Applica VC50, VC80 How To Use

1. Insert the Swivel Hose connection by pushing it

into the Vacuum canister until it clicks/locks into

place. (A1 & A2)

2. Fit the 2 Extension Tubes together by pushing the

thin end of one into the wide end of the other. You

may have to twist the Tubes slightly for a firm fit.

Push the assembled Extension Tubes onto the end

of the Swivel Hose (see Parts Illus.).

3. Attach the Sweeper or other accessories to the

lower Extension Tube as needed. You may want to

attach the Crevice Tool directly to the end of the

Swivel Hose when vacuuming between furniture

cushions.

For VC50:

Pull the 2-in-1 Accessory off

the Clip on the Extension Tube and remove the

Dusting Brush accessory to use the Crevice Tool.

For both models:

the Sweeper is designed for use

on hard floors and carpets. Use the foot pedal to

switch the Sweeper for floors ( ) or

carpets ( ). For hard floors (wood, tile,

cement), use the setting with the brushes down.

4. Pull out the power cord and plug it into a standard

outlet. Press the On/Off Pedal with your foot to

start and stop the vacuum.

For 220V models:

These models are double insulated and do not need grounding.

For VC80:

Adjust the suction power by sliding the

Variable Suction Control to MIN or MAX (B). For

example, you may want to use MIN suction

control with the Dusting Brush accessory when

dusting lamp shades or table tops, use MAX

suction with the Sweeper accessory on carpets or

hard floors.

6. A Dust Bag “Full” Indicator will appear in color in the window of the canister lid

when the Dust Bag is full (see “Parts” Illustration). When this happens, the vacuum

will lose some suction power and the Dust Bag should be emptied. See “Cleaning &

Storage.”

7. When finished vacuuming, press the On/Off Foot Pedal to turn the Vacuum Off and

unplug. Press the Retractable Cord Pedal with your foot and the cord will wind into

the unit. CAUTION: The cord moves fast when retracting. Stand clear of the cord as it

rewinds so it does not swing into you as it retracts. See “Cleaning & Storage.”

How To Use

CLEANING & STORAGE

1. NOTE: Always turn off and unplug the unit before cleaning. Carpet freshener or fine

powder can clog the bag and cause it to burst if too full. The Dust Bag Full Indicator

will alert you that airflow may be blocked or your Dust Bag needs to be emptied. Also

check the Dust Filter and Micro-Air Filter regularly to see if they need cleaning (see

#6 below).

2. To empty the reusable cloth Dust Bag,

for VC80:

press the Release Latch at the front of the unit and

lift the canister lid.

For VC50:

Pull up on the

Release Latch at the front of the unit and lift the

canister lid. (C1 & C2)

For VC80:

Carefully remove the Dust Bag by

grasping it at the collar, sliding it up the track

guides, and lifting it out of the unit.

For VC50:

Pull

the Dust Bag Latch forward, grab the bag collar

and carefully remove the Dust Bag (see C1 & C2).

Slide the Dust Bag Clip off and empty the bag into

the trash. Slide the Dust Bag Clip

back into place before replacing the

bag in the canister.

4. The cloth Dust Bag may be hand-

washed with soap and water. Hang it

up to air dry thoroughly before

replacing it in the vacuum.

5. To replace the bag,

for VC80:

slide

the Dust Bag collar all the way down

into the track guides.

For VC50:

Pull

the Dust Bag Latch back and clip it

onto the collar of the Dust Bag. Be

sure to fit the hole in the collar of the

Bag over the opening on the inside of the vacuum canister.

For both models,

the vacuum lid and be sure it latches shut before operating.

Both models

are equipped with 2 filters. A Dust Filter, which helps prevent dust from

getting into the motor, is located on the inside of the canister and visible once you

remove the Dust Bag. A Micro-Air Filter

is located under the Vent at the back of

the unit to help filter out dust particles

that may escape into the air. These

should be washed every few months

and should be replaced after a few

washes.

To clean or replace the Dust Filter,

open

the vacuum canister lid. Remove the

Dust Bag as explained for your model,

and pull the filter holder straight up out

of the canister (D). Shake debris into a

trash can or use a small whisk broom or

sweep away particles. Wash the filter in soap and water. Allow it to air dry

completely before replacing it in the Vac.