E X E C U T I V E
P O L O V A C U U M C L E A N E R
complies with
INTERNATIONAL
M o d e l :
VAC1800
IEC60355
1800W (max)
SAFETY SPECIFICATIONS
PLEASE READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE
2 y e a r g u a r a n t e e
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Safety advice and cautions
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Check that the lid is closed properly before
starting the appliance.
Never vacuum hot or sharp objects (cigarette
butts, ash, nails, etc.)
Any misuse or failure to follow the
instructions for use renders the guarantee
and the manufacturer’s liability null and void.
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Read these instructions carefully before
switching on the appliance and keep them for
future reference.
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Failure to follow and observe these instructions
could lead to an accident.
Electric safety
Instructions for use
Vacuuming function:
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Do not use the appliance if the cable or plug is
damaged.
Ensure that the voltage indicated on the
nameplate matches the mains voltage before
plugging in the appliance.
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To secure the hose to the air intake, insert
hose & turn clockwise until hose “clicks” into
place.
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Connect the appliance to a socket that can
supply a minimum of 10 amps.
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To take off the vacuum hose, turn the hose
anticlockwise and pull outwards. (Fig. 1).
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Do not use or store the appliance outdoors.
Do not leave the appliance out in the rain or
exposed to moisture. If water gets into the Securing accessories to the appliance:
appliance, this will increase the risk of electric
shock.
If any of the appliance’s casing breaks,
immediately disconnect the appliance from the
mains to prevent the possibility of an electric
shock.
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The appliance is designed in such a manner
that the follwoing accessories may be
attached to the unit: (use the combination
that best meets your requirements)
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Do not force the electrical cord. Never use Extension tube:
the electric cord to lift up, carry or unplug the
appliance.
Check the state of the electrical connection
cable. Damaged or tangled cables increase the
risk of electric shock.
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Designed to provide access to surfaces
which are out of reach and make floor
cleaning comfortable, its length can be
adjusted by using the adjustment control.
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Do not touch the plug with wet hands.
-Floor tool:
Specially designed for cleaning floors (both
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Use and care:
rugs, carpets and hard floors), the tool has
a retractable brush for greater efficiency on
these floors. It is advisable to have the brush
out for hard floors and the brush in for rugs
and carpets.
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Do not use the appliance if the accessories or
parts are not fastened together properly.
Do not use the appliance to vacuum up water or
any other type of liquid.
Do not use the appliance if the on/ off switch 2-in-1 Crevice tool & floor brush:
does not work.
Do not remove the appliance wheels.
Do not exceed the appliance’s working capacity.
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specially designed for getting into cracks
and difficult corners.
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Disconnect the appliance from the mains Use:
when not in use, before cleaning, making any
adjustment, or accessory change.
This appliance is for household use only, not
professional or industrial use.
This appliance is not a toy. Children should be
supervised to ensure that they do not play with
the appliance.
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Take the length of cable required out of the
housing.
Connect the appliance to the mains.
Switch the appliance on using the on/off
button.
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Choose the desired power.
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This appliance is intended for adult use. Ensure
that this product is not used by the disabled, Speed variation:
children or people unfamiliar to its handling.
This appliance should be stored out of reach of
children and/or the disabled.
Make sure that the air inlet grill on the appliance
is not blocked by dust, dirt or other foreign
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The speed of the appliance can be regulated
by using the speed regulator control. This
function is very useful, as it makes it possible
to adapt the power of the appliance to the
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type of work that needs to be done.
Changing the dust bag:
Once you have finished using the appliance:
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Change the dust bag when there is
a
noticeable reduction in the suction power
of the appliance. (The dust bag does not
necessarily have to be full to need changing;
for example, if very fine dust has been
vacuumed this can cover the pores in the bag
and make it necessary to replace it)
In any case, change the bag when the bag full
indicator is completely red.
Disconnect the hose from the vacuum
cleaner’s air intake.
Open the bag compartment cover. (Fig 3).
Remove the bag from the bag support. (Fig 4).
Check the condition of the motor filter.
Replace the bag with another one, fitting it to
the bag support.
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Turn the appliance off using the on/off switch.
Unplug the appliance from the mains.
Retract the cable by pressing the cable rewind
button and guide the cable into the appliance.
Carry handle/s:
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This appliance has a handle on the upper
part of the body, which facilitates comfortable
transportation.
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This appliance has a handle situated on the
lower bottom front side so that it is easy and
comfortable to carry.
Parking position:
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Close the bag compartment cover; making
sure it is shut properly.
Connect the hose to the vacuum cleaner’s air
intake. (Fig 1)
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This appliance has two parking positions for
comfortable and simple storage.
To make use of the vertical parking put the
appliance in a vertical position (so that the Changing the filters:
rear of the appliance is now leaning against
the floor) secure the hook of the rigid tube to Air inlet and outlet filters:
the hook which can be found on the lower part
of the appliance (Fig. 2a).
To use the horizontal parking position, fix the
break pad hook to the hook situated on the
rear side of the appliance. (Fig. 2b).
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Replacement is recommended at least once a
year or every 100 hours of use.
It is recommended that you change the air
outlet filter at least once after every 100 hours
of using the appliance.
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Safety trip switch:
To remove filters:
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The appliance has a safety trip switch that Air inlet filter:
protects the appliance from overheating.
If the appliance turns itself off and does not
switch itself on again, disconnect it from the
mains supply, and wait for approximately 15
minutes before reconnecting. If the machine
does not start again seek authorised technical
assistance.
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Open the lid of the bag compartment and
remove the bag. (Fig 3).
The air inlet filter can be found in the motor’s
turbine air entrance.
Remove the filter by pulling the filter plate
outwards, until the plate “unclips” (Fig.5)
Change the filter.
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To replace the filter, push the plate towards the
motor grill until the plate “clicks” into place.
Cleaning
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Disconnect the appliance from the mains Air outlet filter:
and allow it to cool before undertaking any
cleaning task.
Clean the device with a damp cloth that
has been administered a couple of drops of
detergent. Dry afterwards.
Do not use solvents, or products with an
acid or base pH such as bleach, or abrasive
products, for cleaning the appliance.
Do not submerge the appliance in water or any
other liquid, or place it under a running tap.
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Open the air outlet grill to access the filter (Fig
6).
Remove the filter from its housing.
Change the filter.
To replace the filter, insert the removable
grill into the designated area and press the
clip downwards and push the top of the grill
towards the unit.
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Accessories
Accessories (such as filters, etc.) can be
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purchased from distributors and authorised
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establishments.
Supplies can be purchased in specialised
shops.
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Anomalies and repair
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Take the appliance to an authorised technical
support service if problems arise. Do not try to
dismantle or repair without assistance, as this
may be dangerous.
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If the connection to the mains has been
damaged, it must be replaced and you should
proceed as you would in the case of damage.
Ecology and recyclability of the product
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The materials of which the packaging of
this appliance consists are included in a
collection, classification and recycling system.
Should you wish to dispose of them, use the
appropriate public containers for each type of
material.
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The product does not contain concentrations
of substances that could be considered
harmful to the environment.
Characteristics:
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Maximum power absorbed: 1800W max
Acoustic pressure level @ max < 82 dB(A)
Note: By virtue of the conditions of fabrication of
this product, the maximum absorbed power can
differ from that specified.
This appliance complies with Directive 2006/95/
EC on Low Voltage and Directive 2004/108/EC on
Electromagnetic Compatibility.
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Avenue Epping
2
Cape Town
P.O. Box 975 Eppindust 7475 South Africa
Tel: +27 21 534 8114 Fax: +27 21 534 8086
Service Centre Share Call: 086 111 5006
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