Argos vcc35a12k User manual
VCC35A12K
Instruction Manual - Please keep for future reference
These instructions contain important information which will help you get the
best from your appliance and ensure safe and correct use and maintenance.
Important - Please read these instructions fully before installing or using
Bagless Cylinder Vacuum Cleaner
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Contents
Safety Information 2-3
Parts 4
Assembly 5
Operation 6-7
Operating the appliance 6
Using the Cleaning Accessories 7
Maintenance 8-10
Emptying the Dust Tank 8
Filters Maintenance 9
Cleaning HEPA filter 9
Cleaning the air filter 10
Power cord rewinding 10
Troubleshooting 11
Technical Specifications 12
Guarantee 13
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Safety Information
Important - Please read all instructions before use and keep for future reference
FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.
When using the vacuum cleaner,
basic safety precautions should
always be observed, including the
following:
1. Only use the vacuum cleaner
indoors on dry surfaces. Do not
handle the plug or vacuum
cleaner with wet hands. Do not
use outdoors or on wet surfaces.
2. Turn off the vacuum cleaner
controls before disconnecting or
connecting from the mains supply.
3. Always unplug the vacuum
cleaner before connecting or
disconnecting the vacuum hose
and accessories.
4. Children should be supervised
to ensure that they do not play
with the appliance.
5. This appliance can be used by
children aged from 8 years and
above and persons with reduced
physical, sensory or mental
capabilities or lack of experience
and knowledge if they have been
given supervision or instruction
concerning use of the appliance in
a safe way and understand the
hazards involved.
6. Only use as described in this
manual. Only use
recommended attachments.
7. Do not use the vacuum cleaner
if it has been dropped, damaged,
left outdoors or dropped into
water.
8. Do not use the vacuum cleaner
with a damaged cord or plug. If
the supply cord is damaged,
please consult qualified
technician.
9. Do not pull or carry by cord. Do
not use the cord as a handle,
close a door on the cord or pull
cord around sharp edges or
corners. Do not run the vacuum
cleaner over the cord. Keep the
cord away from heated surfaces.
10. Do not put any objects into
openings. Do not use with any
openings blocked and do not
restrict air-flow. Keep all openings
free of dust, lint, hair or anything
that might reduce airflow.
11. Keep hair, loose clothing,
fingers and all parts of the body
away from openings and moving
parts.
12. Do not pick up hot coals,
cigarette butts, matches or any
hot, smoking or burning objects.
13. Do not pick up flammable or
combustible materials (lighter
fluid, petrol, kerosene etc.) or use
in the presence of explosive
liquids or vapours.
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Safety Information
Important - Please read all instructions before use and keep for future reference
14. Do not vacuum up harmful or
toxic material (chlorine, bleach,
ammonia, drain cleaner etc.).
15. Do not vacuum up hard or
sharp objects such as glass, nails,
screws, coins, etc.
16 Do not use without ALL of the
filters in place.
17. Take extra care when
vacuuming on stairs.
18. Keep vacuuming area well lit.
19. Store the vacuum cleaner in a
cool, dry area.
20. Turn off the on/off switch
before unplugging the vacuum
cleaner.
21. Only use CE-approved 13
amp extension cords.
Non-approved cords may
overheat. Care should be taken to
arrange the cord so that the cord
cannot be tripped over.
WARNING: Always switch off
and unplug the vacuum cleaner
from the electrical outlet before
assembling, opening or emptying
the dirt container, connecting/
disconnecting the attachments, or
carrying out maintenance or
troubleshooting checks.
CAUTION: The vacuum cleaner
is a very powerful unit. Before
plugging the cord into the electrical
outlet, make sure the switch is in the
‘off’ position. Hold the vacuum
cleaner firmly when starting and in
use.
IMPORTANT: If the inlet, hose or
extension tube is blocked, switch off
the vacuum cleaner and remove the
blockage(s) before re-starting the
vacuum cleaner.
IMPORTANT: We recommend
that filters should be checked and
cleaned periodically.
For washable filters, ensure they are
completely dry before inserting back
into the vacuum cleaner.
Do not wash with detergents. Only
use warm water, max 40°C.
IMPORTANT: The motor is
equipped with a thermal cut-out. If for
any reason the unit should overheat,
the thermostat will automatically turn
the unit off. Should this occur, unplug
the vacuum cleaner from the
electrical outlet and turn off the
switch. Remove dirt container and
empty. Clean filters. Allow the unit to
cool for approximately one (1) hour.
To re-start, plug into an electrical
outlet and switch back on. This
vacuum cleaner is intended for
household use only and NOT for
commercial or industrial use.
PLEASE KEEP INSTRUCTIONS
FOR FURTHER USE
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Parts
Please familiarise yourself with parts and accessories listed below
Tools required for assembly
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9
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2
3
2
4
3
8
10
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6
Cord rewind button
Dust container release handle
Handle of the dust ontainer
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5
6
Power button
Hose inlet
Dust container
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8
Hose and handle
Combination floor head
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10
Crevice tool
Telescopic metal tube
1. To fit the hose, push it firmly into
the hose socket on the front of the
appliance and then turn it clockwise
until the hose is fixed.
2. To remove the hose, turn it
anticlockwise.
Assembly
Hose
1. Attach the tube into the hose
handle by inserting the bigger end of
one tube into the handle.
Connecting tube and accessories
5
2. Set the telescopic tube to the
desired length. To do this 1 , push
the slide button forward and 2 pull
out the bottom part of the tube to
make it longer. Release the slide
button and let the tube snap into
place.
3. Attach the floor nozzle to the
telescopic tube by firmly sliding the
tube into the nozzle.
Always remove the plug from the
mains socket before assembling or
disassembling accessories.
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2
3
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2
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2
3
1. Pull the power cord out of the
appliance and insert the mains plug
into the mains socket.
A YELLOW mark on the power cord
indicates the ideal cable length. Do
not extend the power cord beyond
the RED mark.
Warning: To avoid over heating
always extend to ideal cable length
BEFORE use.
2. Press the power button on top of
the appliance to switch on the
appliance.
3. You can quickly reduce the
suction power by pushing the air flow
regulator on the hose handle. Push it
forward, suction power will increase;
push it backward, suction power will
reduce.
Operation
Operating the appliance
6
● Dual position carpet / floor brush
(Drawings for reference only)
Position 1: Bristles extended
- For hard floors
Position 2: Bristles retracted
- For carpets
● Combination tool (dusting brush
and crevice tool)
For corners, edges or small spaces
Operation
Using the Cleaning Accessories
7
Position 1
Hard floor
Position 2
Carpet
1
2
Empty dust canister regularly and do
not allow contents of dust canister to
exceed the marked max line
threshold. If max threshold is
exceeded filters will immediately
begin to block.
1. Press the dust tank release button
to remove the dust tank.
2. Hold the dust container over a
trash receptacle and then press the
dust release button to open the dust
container door. Empty the dust
container.
3. Close the dust container door after
emptying.
Always switch off the appliance
and unplug from the mains socket
before carrying out any
maintenance or cleaning.
Clean the outside of the appliance
with a slightly damp cloth. Dry
thoroughly before use.
Maintenance
Emptying the Dust Tank
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9
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2
3
It is very important to keep the filters
clean to maintain maximum
performance from the vacuum.
Clean the filters regularly. We
recommend you replace the filters
once a year.
Maintenance
Filters Maintenance
1. Turn the lid of the dust container
anticlockwise to remove the lid.
2. Remove the HEPA filter with
casing by turning them
anticlockwise.
3. Separate the casing from the
HEPA filter.
4. Tap the HEPA filter against a trash
receptacle. Wash it and its casing
under running water. Dry thoroughly.
• DO NOT USE DETERGENTS TO
CLEAN THEM.
5. Put the HEPA filter back into the
casing. Attach the HEPA filter with
the casing to the lid by screwing
them clockwise.
6. Attach the lid of the anticlockwise
to the dust container by turning it
clockwise.
7. Put the dust tank back into the
appliance until it snaps home,
making sure the opening on the dust
tank is aligned with the air inlet.
Cleaning HEPA filter
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