Dirt Devil V101 manual Operation

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Operation

2 Operation

2.1Unpacking

1.Unpack the appliance with all its accesso- ries.

2.Check that the contents are complete and intact (Figs. 1 – 4).

NOTE:

Consult your dealer immediately if you detect damage due to transport.

ATTENTION:

Principally ship or transport the appliance only in its original packaging to avoid dam- age. Keep the packaging for such an event.

Dispose of no longer needed packaging material properly.

2.2Assembly

WARNING:

Danger of injury! Only assemble the appli- ance if it is not connected to the mains. Oth- erwise the appliance could start up and limbs, hair or pieces of clothing might be sucked in.

1.Push the end of the suction hose into the socket as shown until the catch snaps into place (Fig. 5/A).

2.Push the nozzle onto the lower end of the telescopic tube (Fig. 5/B).

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3.Insert the handle into the upper end of the telescopic tube (Fig. 6/A).

4.Adjust the length of the telescopic tube. To do this, press the telescopic tube lock down (Fig. 6/B1). Then extend the telescopic tube to the desired length (Fig. 6/B2). To engage the lock of the telescopic tube, re- lease the catch while pulling. You will hear a distinct click.

2.3Vacuum cleaning

WARNING:

Danger of injury! A damaged appliance must not be used. Check the vacuum cleaner and the power cord each time before using it.

WARNING:

Danger of injury! Especially when cleaning stairs take care that you always stand above the appliance.

ATTENTION:

Only use the vacuum cleaner with all filters intact, in dry condition and correctly placed. Make sure that the openings of the vacuum cleaner are not clogged.or obstructed. Oth- erwise the vacuum cleaner might be dam- aged.

NOTE:

Your vacuum cleaner is equipped with a safety switch to prevent overheating. It auto- matically cuts off the power supply if the motor is overheated. In this case switch off the vacuum cleaner and disconnect it from the mains. Remove the cause of the over- heating. Wait for about 45 minutes. After it has cooled off, you may use the vacuum cleaner again.

1.Push on the desired nozzle, .

Observe the recommendations of the flooring manufacturers.

2.When using the floor nozzle, adjust the "carpet/hard floor" switch according to the type of flooring:

for smooth floors, e.g. laminate, tiles, PVC, etc.

for deep- and short-pile carpets, runners, etc.

3.Pull out the power cord until the yellow marking is visible. (Fig. 7/5).

WARNING:

Danger of electric shock! If the red marking shows (Fig. 7/4) retract the cord by pressing the retract button to pull in the cable (Fig. 7/

2)up to the yellow mark again. Otherwise the cable can break off.

7.When working with the vacuum cleaner, pull if after you like a sleigh.

NOTE:

With the bypass vent (Fig. 1/5) you can quickly reduce the suction power if less power is needed, or to release objects acci- dentally sucked in.

2.4Switching off

1.	Switch off the vacuum cleaner with the on/	GB
	off switch (Fig. 7/3) and pull the plug from
	the mains socket.
2.	Keep the plug in your hand.

WARNING:

Danger of injury! During uncontrolled retrac- tion the power cord can whip around, become an obstacle or overthrow objects. Therefore, keep the plug in your hand and guide the cord during retraction.

3.Press the cable retraction button (Fig. 7/2) to pull in the power cord.

2.5Transportation and storage

To transport the appliance you can carry it by the carrying-handle (Fig. 8/1) or by the car- rying-hole (Fig. 8/2) .

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When storing the appliance or during work breaks, you can hang the storage hook (Fig. 9/1) into the bracket on the housing (Fig. 9/2).

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We recommend to first telescope the telescop- ic tube chapter 2.2, „Assembly“, step 4).

ATTENTION:

Never store the appliance next to heat

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5.Attach accessories temporarily not in use to the accessory holder on the suction tube (Fig. 2).

Your vacuum cleaner is now ready for use.

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4.Insert the mains plug into a socket with ground/safety contact.

5.Switch on the vacuum cleaner with the on/ off switch (Fig. 7/3).

6.Set the power control (Fig. 7/1) to suit the type of floor to be cleaned.

sources (e.g. stoves or radiators). Avoid exposing it to direct sunlight. The heat might damage the appliance.

For long-time storage remove the dust fil- ter bag chapter 3.1, „Changing the dust filter bag“ and dispose ot it properly. Always store the appliance in a cool, dry place and keep it out of reach of children.

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