AEG-Electrolux Z1140 User Manual

Mighty Mite

Household Type

Vacuum Cleaner

Owner’s Guide

IMPORTANT

For any advice and
to order dust bags,

filters and

accessories

on your cleaner ,

please telephone

Customer Care

08706 055055

INDEX

Important Safeguards .............................. 2

Service Information .................................. 4

Automatic Motor Shut-Off......................... 4

Use........................................................... 5

Accessories........................................... 6-7

Maintaining............................................... 8

Dust Bag ............................................... 8-9

HEPA Filter............................................... 9

Problem Solving ..................................... 10

Guarantee ...............................................11

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IMPORTANT USER INFORMATION

IT IS MOST IMPORTANT THAT THIS INSTRUCTION BOOK SHOULD BE RETAINED WITH THE APPLIANCE
FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. SHOULD THE APPLIANCE BE SOLD OR TRANSFERRED TO ANOTHER
OWNER, OR SHOULD YOU MOVE HOUSE AND LEAVE THE APPLIANCE, ALWAYS ENSURE THAT
THE BOOK IS SUPPLIED WITH THE APPLIANCE IN ORDER THAT THE NEW OWNER CAN BE ACQUAINTED
WITH THE FUNCTIONING OF THE APPLIANCE AND THE RELEVANT WARNINGS.

THESE WARNINGS ARE PROVIDED IN THE INTEREST OF SAFETY. YOU MUST READ THEM
CAREFULLY BEFORE INSTALLING OR USING THE APPLIANCE.

• This appliance is designed to be operated by adults. Children should not be allowed to tamper with the

controls or play with the product.

• It is dangerous to alter the specifications or modify the product in any way.

• Always store your vacuum cleaner in a dry place away from damp atmosphere and do not use it to pick
up water or other liquids.

• Do not use the appliance in the presence of flammable gasses.

• Never allow anyone to have access to the rotating brush of the appliance (if fitted) unless the appliance

is disconnected from the mains supply.

• Never leave the appliance running unattended.

• Remove the plug from the wall socket before attempting any form of user maintenance specified in the user

instruction booklet.

• Do not carry or drag your vacuum cleaner by the mains supply cable.

• Do not tug at the mains supply cable to remove the plug from the wall socket.

• Ensure the mains supply cable is kept well away from the rotating brushes (where fitted) of your appliance

whilst in operation.

• Keep the mains supply cable away from heat, oil, sharp edges and rough surfaces. Always ensure that the
cable is not damaged in any way.

• Never pick up hot cinders or lighted cigarette ends.

• Extreme care is required when cleaning stair carpets with your appliance. Ensure that your cleaner is in

a stable position at the bottom of the stairs, and take care not to stretch the hose beyond its actual length.
Always ensure when using your cleaner on the stair treads that you keep one hand firmly on the appliance.

• Dust bags and filters should be changed at regular intervals as stated in your instruction booklet.

• Always use genuine Electrolux dust bags.

• Do not place the air freshener loose inside the dust bag compartment.

• Do not use the appliance without a dust bag or with the dust cover removed.

• When fitting and changing the accessories always follow the instructions in the instruction booklet.

• Under no circumstances should you attempt to repair the appliance yourself. Repairs undertaken by

unauthorised or inexperienced persons may cause injury and/or serious malfunctioning.

• This appliance should be serviced by authorised Electrolux personnel and only genuine Electrolux spare
parts should be used.

• The supply cable fitted to your machine is of two core construction. Where a moulded-on plug is not fitted
the leads at the end of the cable are not prepared for a specific type of plug.

As a general guide to fitting any plug

• Ensure the lengths of wire inside the plug are prepared correctly.

• Connections should be firmly made after all conductor strands are entered into the terminal posts.

• When preparing the cable ends take care not to damage the outer sheath, or the insulation surrounding

the inner conductors.

• Tighten all screws.

• Replace the top cover of the plug and secure.

Extension Cable

• If using an extension cable at any time always ensure that the insulation sheath is in good condition and

is not damaged in any way.

• Make sure that the socket is fitted to the extension cable correctly, if in doubt have it checked by a Qualified

electrician.

Double Insulation

• Your vacuum cleaner is double insulated. This means that all external parts are electrically insulated
from the mains. This is done by placing insulation barriers between the electrical and mechanical

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components, making it unnecessary for the cleaner to be earthed.

BEFORE YOU START
CHECK THE VOLTAGE

First check the voltage shown on the data plate (see rear view) to make sure that the cleaner is of the correct
voltage for your electricity supply. If it is not, do not use the cleaner but refer back to your dealer.

CONNECTING TO YOUR ELECTRICITY SUPPLY

Permanently connected to the cleaner is a mains supply (2-core) cable fitted with a non-rewirable plug incorporating
a 13A fuse.
In the event of the fuse requiring replacement the fuse cover should be removed using a small screwdriver. The old
fuse MUST be replaced by a 13A ASTA approved BS1362 fuse or a BSI approved fuse. The cover must be replaced
before the plug is used again. In the event of loss of the fuse cover, replacements can be obtained from your Electrolux
dealer or Electrical Retailers and must be of the same colour as indicated by the coloured insert on the base of the plug.
If difficulty is experienced in obtaining a replacement, contact Electrolux on 08706 055055.

In no circumstances must the plug be used without a correct fuse cover fitted.

If the plug that is fitted to your appliance is not suitable for your socket outlet, it must be cut off and the appropriate
plug fitted.
Remove the fuse from the cut off plug.
The cut off plug should then be disposed of to prevent the hazard of shocks in case it should be plugged into a 13
amp socket in another part of your home.
The wires in the mains cable of this appliance are coloured in accordance with the following code: Blue: Neutral.

Brown: Live.

As the colours of the wires in the mains cable of this appliance may not correspond with the coloured markings
identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:
The wire which is coloured blue must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured black.
The wire which is coloured brown must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured
red.
If using a three-pin plug, do not make any connection to the terminal marked with the letter E or by the earth symbol
or coloured green or green-and-yellow. This cleaner is double insulated and no earth connection is necessary.
It is in your interest to ensure that the plug is correctly attached to the mains cable. In case of doubt, have it done
by a qualified electrician, as Electrolux cannot regard the repair of faults on the plug connection as a service that
can be given free of charge under the terms of the guarantee.

Fuse Cover

13 Amp Fuse

Fuse

Blue

WARNING

If the cleaning head has accidentally passed over the mains supply cable the following action should be taken:

1. Switch off and remove the plug from the socket outlet.

2. Examine the mains supply cable for damage (only after removing the plug from the socket outlet).

3. If there is any sign of damage to the supply cable it MUST be renewed. The repair MUST be carried out by Electrolux

Service Staff or a similar qualified person.

4. NEVER use the machine with a damaged mains supply cable.
Proprietary carpet conditioning and air freshening materials

After using proprietary carpet conditioning powders, it is recommended that the dust bag be changed. Some of
these preparations contain substances which if left in the vacuum cleaner for extended periods could damage the
plastic mouldings which form the structure of the cleaner.
Many air fresheners, household deodorants, sprays and polishes contain a highly flammable gas propellant.
Because of this, it is particularly important that these products are used strictly in accordance with the relevant
manufacturer’s instructions.
It is essential that none of the above products are sprayed directly into the vacuum cleaner or any of its filters, hose
assembly, or dustbag chamber.

Brown

Cord Clamp

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SERVICE

Should you require service on your Electrolux cleaner, please telephone [phone].
Before requesting service, please check whether your problem is covered under Service
Checklist (see below).

SERVICE CHECKLIST

• If your cleaner will not operate, check the plug connection, plug fuse and mains fuse.

• Never allow the dust cup to become so full that it impedes the air-flow, thus reducing
the cleaning efficiency of the machine. The character of household dust and its effect
on the air-flow through the machine may vary considerably. Fluffy dust allows air to
pass through readily whereas fine powdery dust or proprietary cleaning powders,
pack tightly in the dust cup, offering greater resistance to air-flow and will reduce
cleaning efficiency if it becomes overloaded.

• Always store your cleaner in a dry place.

• Check dust bag and filters every week. Replace frequently to ensure maximum

cleaning performance.

• Sucking up such items as stockings, clippings of cloth, sizeable pieces of paper,
wrappings from cigarette packets or sweets etc., may block the hose. Electrolux

regrets that the clearing of blocked hoses cannot be regarded as service that
can be given free of charge, under the guarantee. Should a blockage occur, first

disconnect the cleaner from the electricity supply , refer to section headed “Blockages.”
If these operations are not successful, contact 08706 055055.

• Never pick up hot cinders or lighted cigarette ends.

• Make certain that your cleaner does not come into contact with water or any

other liquid. It is not designed as a wet pick up cleaner, and must never be
used on damp carpets or wet floors.

Important - in the event of the mains supply cable of this vacuum cleaner requiring
replacement, we recommend that this be carried out by a Electrolux Service Agent.

Spares

New filters and dust bags can be obtained from Authorised Electrolux Dealers and
electrical retailers. If difficulty is experienced in obtaining spares please call us on 08706

055055.

Rating Plate

The model, type, and serial numbers are indicated on
the rating plate located on the back side of the cleaner.
For prompt and complete service information, always refer
to these numbers when inquiring about service.

Model & T ype______________________ Serial No. _________________________

MODEL TYPE SERIAL NO.

VOLTS W ATTS HERTZ

ELECTROLUX

Automatic Motor Shut-Off

To protect from overheating, this vacuum cleaner is equipped with a thermostat which
automatically shuts off the motor if it overheats. Should this happen:

1. Turn off the switch and unplug the cleaner because the thermostat will allow the

cleaner to automatically start running again when the motor cools (approximately 30
minutes).

2. Check the hose, bag and filter regularly, as a clogged hose, full bag or dirty filter

could cause the motor to overheat.

3. Call an Electrolux Service Station at 08706 055055 if the cleaner will not

operate after cooling for approximately 30 minutes.

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