AEG VAMPYR 831I User Manual

VAMPYR® 831 i electronic

Bodenstaubsauger
Cylinder vacuum cleaner

Aspirateur-traîneau

Stofeuiger, sledemodel
Aspirapolvere da pavimento

Gebrauchsanweisung
Operating instructions

Mode d’emploi
Gebruiksaanwijzing
Istruzioni per l’uso

A = Opening button for paper K

dustbag compartment L

B = Button for accessories compartment M

C = Accessories compartment N

D =On/Off button O
E = Micro-filter change indicator P
F = Bectronic power control Q
G - Dustbag full indicator R
H = Foot-operated flex rewind button S
I = Micro-filter cassette T
J = Micro-filter

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Storage rail
Motor-protection filter

Paper dustbag
= Roor cleaning head
^ Carrying handle
; Button for suction hose removal

■ Telescopic tube
: Handle

■ Suction hose
= Socket for electric,

power cleaning head

Contents

Descriptton of appliance
Before using the appliance for the first time
Safety instructions for the user
Assembling the vacuum-cleaner ready for use

Fitting suction hose and tube/s together
Suction tube/Telescopic tube
Connecting suction hose
Mains connection/Flex rewind

Using the floor deaning head & accessory nozzles

Using the floor cleaning head
Accessory nozzles

Switching on and adjusting

Switching on 21
Adjusting power

Maintenance

Changing the paper dustbag

Changing the micro-filter 23
Motor protection filter 23

Transportaflon and storage
What do Ido if...?

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Special accessories 26

For the sake of the environment

AEG Service Centres in Europe

Printed on recycled paper.

AEG - putting words into action.

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Before using the an>llanoe for the first time

Please read all the information contained in this booklet. It gives you important in
structions on safety, use, and maintenance of the appliance. Rease keep these
instructions in a safe place and pass them on, if necessary, to the next owner.

Safety Instructions for the user

■ This appliance meets the radio interference suppression requirements of EC
Directive 82/499 EC and 87/308 EG, EN 55014/DIN VDE 0875 Part 1, as well as
the standards concerning the reverse effects of electrical appliances on the
power mains EN 60555 Parts 1-3/DIN VDE 0838 Parts 1-3, of June 1987.

■ This appliance must only be connected to the same mains voltage as shown on
the rating plate.

■ The circuit of the socket used must be protected with a fuse of at least 13 A.

■ Before maintenance or cleaning, ensure that the appliance is switched off and

unplugged from the mains supply.

■ Never use the flex to pull the mains plug out of the plug socket.

■ Do not operate the appliance if:

- the flex is damaged

- the housing shows visible signs of damage.

■ Avoid running over the flex with the appliance, cleaning head or electric power
cleaning head.

■ Hnopaperdustt>agi8lnsertodtheoovercannotbedosed.PleaMdc»notuse
force]

■ Make sure a paper dustbag, a MICROFILTCR, and a motor protection fitter are

al\Arays inserted.

■ This vacuum cleaner should only be used for normal dry household dust and dirt

It must not be used on people or animals.
ffeep children away from electrical appliances.

The manufacturer cannot be held responsible for any damage caused by use or

operation of the appliance contrary to these instructions.

■ Allow fitted carpets that have been shampooed to dry out completely. Never use
your vacuum cleaner to vacuum liquids, othenwise it may be damaged. There is
also a risk of an electric shock.

a Never use your appliance to vacuum matches, glowing embers, or cigarette-

ends. Avoid vacuuming hard, pointed objects, since they may damage the appli
ance or paper dustbag.

a If the flex is defective, the complete flex rewind unit should be replaced by your

Service Centre or an authorised AEG Service Agent

a Repairs to electrical appliances should only be carried out by a trained electri

cian. Improper repairs may place the user at serious risk,

a If your vacuum cleaner has a fault, please contact your electrical retailer or the

AEG Service Centre direct

a If the appliance is wrongly operated for a purpose other than that for which it is

intended, no liability can be accepted for any possible damage.

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Importaiit for users in the UK

The wires in the mains lead of this appliance are coloured in accordance with the fol
lowing 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 BLACKI
If a 13 amp plug is fitted, fit a 13 amp BS1362 fuse. If any other type of plug is used, pro

tect with a 15 amp fuse at the distribution board.

For appliances which come with mains lead and plug moulded on: the plug mould
ed on to the cord incorporates a fuse. For replacement use a 13 amp BS1362 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 defective plug

should be destroyed.

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