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Connecting the flexible hose
Push the end of the head (1) on the flexible
hose into the attachment point (2) on the
vacuum cleaner.
To remove the flexible hose from the vacuum
cleaner, press on the button (3) situated on
the head, then pull upwards.
Assembling the tubes
(depending on model)
• Metal or plastic tube (6)
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Fit together the two tubes by twisting slightly.
Using the cleaning head and Accessory
Nozzles
Fit the large cleaning head onto the
end of the tube.
• The 2 position head is equipped with a
pedal (7) which allows you to alter its position
according to the type of floor to be cleaned.
Hard floor position (tiles, parquet floors...)
Press on the pedal to lower the brush.
Carpet or rug position. Press on the pedal
to lift the brush up.
• Crevice Tool (8)
For vacuuming in those normally inaccessible
places like a window frame or a crevice in the
wall.
• Dusting brush (9)
For vacuuming picture frames, furniture
outlines, books and other uneven objects.
How to plug in and use
Pull out the mains lead to the desired length
and plug into the socket.
Press the button (10) to start the vacuum
cleaner.
To stop it press the button (10) again.
Press the button (11) to rewind the power
cord.
Adjusting the power level
• If your appliance is equipped with an
electronic variable rotary button (12), you can
choose the power appropriated for the task.
The more you rotate the rotary button (12)
towards the right, the greater the suction
power.
• The flexible hose handle has a manual air
flow regulator (13) which allows you to briefly
reduce the suction level.
Park-System (14)
For short breaks during vacuuming, for
example to move a small piece of furniture or
a rug, use the [Park system] to support the
flexible hose and cleaning head.
• Slide the hook attached to the large cleaning
tool into the slot on the rear of the appliance.
Carrying and storage (15)
When you have switched off and unplugged
the appliance, press the button (11) to
automatically rewind the cord.
You can move or store your appliance in a
vertical position by sliding the hook on the
large cleaning head into the clip on the
underside of the appliance.
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Please read all the following information,
which contains important instructions for
the safety, the use and the maintenance
of the appliance.
This appliance complies with the following EC
Directives: 73/23/EEC and 89/336EEC.
■ This appliance is not intended for use by
young children or infirm person without
supervision.
■ Do not use the appliance if the mains lead is
damaged or faulty.
■ This appliance is provided with a mains lead
and if this becomes damaged, it must be
repaired by an Authorised Service Centre or
a qualified person in order to avoid any
hazard.
■ Unplug from the socket when not in use and
before cleaning the appliance or
undertaking maintenance operations.
■ If no dust bag is inserted, the cover
cannot be closed. Please do not close it
by force!
■ Do not vacuum flammable or explosive
substances(liquids or gases).
■ Do not vacuum hot ash, embers or sharp
objects.
■ Do not vacuum water or other liquids.
■ This cleaner includes an automatic thermal
safety device which automatically turns off
the power if the suction inlet, hose or
extension wand becomes clogged. If this
occurs, disconnect from the mains outlet,
remove the material responsible for the
clogging and then wait about 10 minutes,
before operating your cleaner again.
The wires in the mains lead of this appliance
are coloured in accordance with the following
code:
BLUE-neutral BROWN - live
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of
this appliance may not correspond with the
coloured markings identifying the terminals in
your plug,
PROCEED AS FOLLOWS:
The wire which is coloured BROWN must be
connected to the terminal which is marked L
or coloured RED.
The wire which is coloured BLUE must be
connected to the terminal which is marked N
or coloured BLACK
VERY IMPORTANT:
Neither wire is to be connected to the earth
terminal of a 3 pin plug.
If a 13 amp plug is fitted, fit a 13 amp BS 1362
fuse.
If any other type of plug is used, protect with a
15 amp fuse at the distribution board.
For appliances which come with mains lead
and plug moulded on : the plug moulded on to
the cord incorporates a fuse.
For replacement use a 13 amp BS 1362 fuse.
Only ASTA approved or certified fuses should
be used.
The fuse cover/carrier must be replaced in the
event of changing the fuse.
The plug must not be used if the fuse
cover/carrier is lost. A replacement cover/
carrier must be obtained from authorised
electrical goods retailers.
WARNING!
Should it become necessary to replace the
moulded on plug then the detective plug
should be destroyed to avoid any possible
shock hazard that could occur should such a
plug be inserted into a 13 amp socket
elsewhere in the house.
Information for your
safety
How to Use
Important for users in
the UK
