Storage/Charging Location: 3. The Dust Bowl and the Filter bag must be dried
Trouble shooting
• Extreme weather (too hot or too cold) is completely before vacuuming.
dangerous and not good for the Ni-Cd battery. 4. Always bring the appliance to licensed small
Do not charge the battery in temperatures appliance repair shop or licensed electrician Problem Problem Cause Problem Answer
above 37 degree C, or below 0 degree C. for service or repair.
• Keep away from heat sources. Garages,
Unit won t work 1. Battery is not installed 1.
workshops and indoor areas are the ideal properly 2. Bring it to a licensed
Storage/Charging places for the vacuum. 2. Dead Battery (won t hold 3. electrician or shop
• Do not store the vacuum in areas with high a charge) 4. for repair job
temperature, or in the trunk of your car, while
3. Contacts between
it is parked underneath direct hot sunshine
Adapter and battery dirty.
4. Don t know
Cleaning and Maintenance:
5. Battery not charged 5. Charge for at least 15 hours
1. Do not clean or wipe the Vacuum with paint
thinner or chemical solution, that might
damage the casing of the Vacuum. Clean the Low or No Suction A. Weak Battery a) Recharge the Battery
casing with mild soap and dampen cloth only. Power B. Dust Bowl Full b) Empty Dust Bowl
2. Brush off the Filter Bag over a trash can. If C. Filter is clogged c) Clean Filter
necessary, wash and rinse the Filter with cold
water. Important! The Filter Bag is NOT
machine washable.
Dust Leaking I. Dust Bowl Full i. Empty Dust Bowl
from the Unit Il. Dust Bowl and Main Body ii. Reassemble the unit by
is not closed tightly aligning both halves of
the unit, and lightly fit
into place. The Release
Latch will lock on the Dust
Bowl to the Main Body.
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Battery Replacement: Remarks: • Always bring the battery-pack and the CAUTION: The suction hole must be open and
Bring it to a licensed electrician or shop for repair Do not use extension cord unless it is absolutely appliance to a licensed technician or shop for free of any obstructions at all times. Otherwise,
job necessary. Use of improper extension cord could repair job. the motor will overheat and could become
result in electric shock, fire risks, and personal • To maintain a charge for the appliance, place damaged.
Important: injury risks! the appliance back onto the charging brackets
Do not use any other batteries or battery-pack, with the Charger plugged into a standard NOTE: The Cordless Hand Vacuum is shipped with
which are not included or provided by the original You must observe the following when using an outlet at all times. the batteries uncharged. charging of the unit for
manufacturer of this vacuum cleaner. extension cord: • Always store the battery-pack and the appliance 20 hours prior to first use is required.
1. The pin and plug and specifications of extension together in a cool area with the battery-pack
CAUTION cord must match the charger correctly (consult fully charged. IMPORTANT: To maintain peak performance of
• Use only with the battery pack supplied with a licensed electrician or shop for advise). • Do not remove the battery-pack from the your cordless hand vacuum, it is recommended
the unit. 2. The extension cord and plug must be in proper appliance, except for the purpose of servicing, that the unit be fully discharged, then completely
• Do not attempt to remove the battery pack electrical condition. replacing or trashing the Battery-Pack. re-charged at least once a month.
from the unit to charge it.
• Never attempt to throw the battery pack or Nickel-Cadmium Batteries-Handling First-Aid: NOTE: Peak performance may only be realized
unit into a fire or incinerate it. Precautions: • Leaks from Batteries: It could happen under after the unit has been charged and discharged
• Do not attempt to remove or damage the • Do not incinerate battery-pack or expose to extreme environments. If the liquid, which is two (2) or three (3) times.
battery casing. high temperatures, as they might explode. 20-35% solution of potassium hydroxide leaks.
• Do not place the batteries and the appliance And, if the liquids get on skin, you should wash CAUTION: NEVER use the unit without the battery
Important: Recharging the Hot Batteries. in the area of strong heat, or in area with high immediately with mild soap and water, or compartment cover in place.
Do not recharge the Hot Batteries, you must set risk of short circuit, or in fire. neutralise the areas with lemon juice or vinegar.
the appliance aside and cool down for • Do not short the terminals. Cover the battery- Seek medical treatment immediately. Important: Any other servicing or repair should
approximately 30 minutes before attempting to pack terminals with electrical adhesive tape. • If the Battery Leaks get into eyes, you should be performed by a licensed electrician, or licensed
recharge the batteries. DO NOT disassemble or reassemble the battery- flush them at once with clean running water service center.
The reason for the situation to happen is when pack; remove components from the battery- and seek medical treatment immediately.
continuous use of the appliance causes the pack.
batteries to become hot. It usually does not • Do not clean or wipe the battery-pack with WARNING: NEVER use ordinary batteries for
happen under normal circumstances. If the paint thinner or chemical solution that might replacement, as these mayleak and damage your
problem persist, you should bring the appliance damage the casing of the batteries. vacuum cleaner.
to a licensed electrician, or shop for repair.
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