Delonghi LM 191, XE 1251, XE 1271E Instructions Manual

IMPORTANT

• Read these instructions carefully.

• Before use, check that the mains voltage corresponds to the voltage indicated on the rating
plate under the handle of the appliance.

• Connect the appliance to an efficiently earthed socket with a minimum current rating of 10 A
only. It is not necessary to earth double insulated appliances (see symbol on rating plate).

• When not in use or before cleaning or maintenance, always unplug the appliance from the
mains socket.

• NEVER wash the appliance with triethylene or other solvents.

• NEVER unplug the appliance by pulling the power cable or the appliance itself.

• NEVER leave the appliance turned on when unattended. Keep away from children and unfit
persons.

• NEVER run the appliance over the power cable to avoid damaging the cable insulation.

• NEVER vacuum up inflammable or corrosive liquids.

• NEVER vacuum up matches, ash or cigarette ends when still lit.

• DO NOT use the appliance if it appears to be faulty or if the power cable or plug is
damaged.

• Avoid closing the door on the cable or rubbing it over sharp edges. Keep it away from hot
surfaces.

• Protect the appliance from atmospheric agents (rain, frost, sun, etc).

• Avoid vacuuming up hard or sharp objects as they could damage the dust bag or the
appliance itself. Never use the appliance to vacuum up nails, pins, screws or metal objects.

• Before starting the appliance, make sure the filters are in position.

• The appliance is designed for domestic use only according to the instructions in this manual
and only with the tools provided. The manufacturer declines all liability for damage deriving
from improper use of the appliance.

• For all repairs and for replacement of the power cable if damaged contact your dealer or an
authorised service centre to maintain the efficiency of your appliance and the validity of the
guarantee. For the same reasons, you are always recommended to use original spare parts.

• Bear in mind that a considerable quantity of air is given off from the air outlet grill during
use. This could be unpleasant if directed at people, particularly the face.

• The appliance is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons without
supervision.

• Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

The manufacturer reserves the right to modify appliances and tools without warning.
Original spare parts and tools should be used to maintain the efficiency of your appliance.
Failure to do so invalidates the guarantee.

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DESCRIPTION (see page 2)

1) ON/OFF vacuum switch

2) Power regulator (certain models only)

3) Pump switch (for extraction washing)

4) Air outlet grill with microfilter

5) Handle

6) Motor head

7) Suction outlet + suction hose coupling

8) Detergent tube connection

9) Motor housing

10)Motor head clips

11)Tank

12)Castors

13)Liquid collection drum/unit with tool trol­ley

14)Motor protection polyurethane filter

15)Dust bag holder accessory

16)Large dust bag (certain models only)

17)Hose

18)Handgrip with mechanical power regula­tor and detergent lever

19)Detergent tube

20)Telescopic tube or extension tube (accor­ding to the model)

21)Crevice tool

22)Multipurpose nozzle

23)Carpet/floor brush (certain models only)

24)Two-position carpet/floor brush (certain
models only)

25)Frame for inserts (certain models only)

26)Wet vacuuming insert (certain models
only)

27)Bristle insert (certain models only)

28)Carpet/rug insert (certain models only)

29)Large triangular nozzle

30)Rubber frame

31)Small triangular nozzle (certain models
only)

32)Detergent bottle

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

Release the head by pulling the clips
outwards (fig.1).
Remove the accessories from the drum (fig.2).
Turn the drum upside down and fix the four
castors in place by pushing them into the
holes in the bottom of the drum (fig. 3).
According to the model, the telescopic tube
can be extended either by pushing the button
on the joint or by rotating the joint itself and
at the same time pulling out the required
length of extractable tube (fig. 4).

DRY VACUUMING

Make sure the polyurethane filter (15) is dry,
clean and in place on the motor housing (fig.

5).
Rest the cardboard part of the dust bag on
the bottom of the bag holder (fig. 6) then
push from the top to secure it firmly in place
in the holder guides. Finally, fit the bag
holder with bag onto the tube connected to
the suction outlet of the appliance (fig. 7).
Make sure the arrow marked on the tool is
facing towards the suction outlet (7).
Attach the hose to the suction outlet (fig. 8).
To remove, press the tabs and pull (fig. 9).
Fit one end of the telescopic tube to the
handgrip and the other to the most suitable
tool for the operation to be performed.
Plug the appliance into the mains socket and
turn on by pressing the ON/OFF switch on
the cover.

Never press the extraction washing pump
switch (3) when the appliance is being used
for dry vacuuming only.

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Tools suitable for dry vacuuming.

Carpet/floor brush (certain models only)

Automatically adapts to the surface to be
cleaned..

Two-position carpet/floor brush (certain
models only)

Efficiently removes dust from floors (marble
or tiled), rugs or carpets.
When the pedal is pushed towards the "hard
floors" symbol ( ), the bristles protrude
to clean hard floors more efficiently. This po­sition is recommended for in-depth cleaning
of floors and for floors with pronounced
joints. When the pedal is pushed towards the
"carpets" symbol ( ), the bristles retract
and the brush is ready to clean fabric surfa­ces and delicate floors such as parquet, mar­ble, etc.

Frame with brush insert for hard floors or
carpet/rug insert (certain models only)

Fit the required insert to the frame. To change
the insert, press the two tabs on the sides of
the frame downwards.

Crevice tool

Can be used to collect crumbs, dust and small
debris. Perfect for hard-to-reach corners such
as radiators, car interiors, etc.

Multipurpose nozzle

Use to clean sofas, upholstery, car interiors,
curtains, etc.

WET VACUUMING

To tackle those minor household emergencies
such as:

- blocked sinks or drains, small floods
(washing machine, dishwasher),
accidental spills of liquid, refrigerator or
freezer defrosting, etc.

Remove the holder and dust bag and make
sure the polyurethane filter (15) is in place on
the motor housing (fig. 4).
Fit the most suitable cleaning tool for the
operation to be performed directly onto the
handgrip. Fit the detergent tube (already
attached to the extraction washing tool) to the
hose handgrip (fig. 10) and attach the clips