Delonghi XWF 1500E User Manual

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ENGLISH

Important information

1. Read the instruction booklet carefully before using the appliance.

2. Before using, check that the mains voltage corresponds to the voltage indicated in the

specifications label under the handle.

3. Connect your cleaner only to power outlets with a minimum of 10 amps V, and make sure the
outlet is earthed. For machines with double insulation (see symbol on specifications
label) earthing is not necessary.

4. Always disconnect the appliance from mains outlet when not in use or before any
maintenance or care operation.

5. Do not clean the appliance with trichloroethylene or other solvents.

6. Do not tug on the power cord to disconnect the appliance from mains outlet.

7. Do not leave your cleaner unattended while it is running. Keep it away from the reach of

children and persons unfit to use it.

8. Do not run the appliance over the power cord as this may damage the insulation.

9. Do not use to pick up flammable liquids.

10.Do not use the appliance to pick up matches, hot ash, or burning cigarette ends.

11.This cleaner is intended for domestic use only, and must be used in accordance with the

operating instructions contained in this booklet.

12.Particular care must be taken when using the appliance on stairs.

13.Be especially careful when using the appliance on stairs.

14.Do not attempt to use the appliance if it appears to be faulty.

15.For all repairs, always have your appliance serviced at an authorized Technical Service

Centre.

The manufacturer reserves the right to change the specifications of the appliance and/or accessories
without prior notice.
Use only original spare parts and accessories so as to maintain the appliance in good working order
and NOT invalidate the warranty.

Caution: make sure that all the fabrics and surfaces to be cleaned are colourfast and sturdy enough
for extraction cleaning. Do not use the cleaner on delicate hand-woven rugs and carpets.
If in doubt, spot-test in an inconspicuous area and wait until completely dry before checking the
results.
When using for the first time, employ a low concentration shampoo solution
The manufacturer disclaims any liability for damage to rugs, carpets, chairs, upholstery, etc., resulting
from the use of detergents other than those provided with the appliance.

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Components description

1. Flexible hose

2. Handle

3. Pump switch

4. ON/OFF switch

5. Power cord storage slot

6. Motor unit

7. Water injection system

8. Shampoo solution injection system

9. Extraction cleaning/rinse selector

10. External twin-compartment solution tank

11. Motor unit fastening catches

12. Water/shampoo + water indicator

13. Plastic tank

14. Trolley

15. Handgrip

16. Spray trigger

17. Suction power selector

18. Solution dispenser

19. Solution dispenser fastening clips

20. Solution injector coupling

21. Motor unit housing

22. Solution dispenser nozzle

23. Suction inlet port

Tools and accessories

24. Flexible hose with handgrip

25. Two extension tubes

26. Large transparent “wash-dry” attachment
for carpets/floors

27. Squeegee attachment for floors

28. Small transparent “wash-dry” attachment
for upholstery

29. Multi-purpose nozzle

30. 1 bottle shampoo

31. Crevice tool

32. Round brush attachment

33. Two-position carpet/floor brush to pick up
solids and dust

34. Window cleaning attachment
(where supplied)

35. Polyurethane foam water shield filter

36.

Diffuser cone

37.

Curved steel handle

38. Extension tubes handgrip

*The attachments supplied with the
appliance may vary according to model.

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Re-attach motor unit to the tank, making sure
to line it up with the notch over the suction inlet
port (fig. 5).

Remove the external solution tank (removable)
using the handle (fig.6).

Fill both compartments.

Open the hatch marked , fill with approx.

2.5 l. water and close. Open the hatch marked
, pour in a quantity of shampoo and

water using the doses indicated on the bottle.
The total volume should be approx. 2.2 l.
(fig.7).
To do this, proceed as follows: if for example
the quantities recommended are 1 part
shampoo to 20 parts water, fill the tank marked
with the symbol with water, checking
the level on the indicator located on the outside
of the tank (fig.8) to notch 9 (corresponding to
approx. 2 l.) and then top up to the Max level
with shampoo.

ASSEMBLYING AND SETTING

UP YOUR MACHINE

DRY VACUUM

The numbers in brackets in the text refer to the
description of the appliance given on page 4.

Caution: while assembling and preparing
the appliance for use, make sure that it is
not plugged in.

Remove the motor unit by releasing the
catches (fig.1).

Lift off motor unit by the easy-grip handle and
remove tools from inside the tank. Make sure
that the polyurethane foam filter (35) required
for extraction cleaning and wet vacuuming is
fitted over the motor housing (21) (fig.2).

Remove the curved steel handle by moving the
ends out of the slots (first one side, then the
other) (fig.3).

Remove the diffuser cone from inside the tank.
Pour around 2 litres of water into the tank; replace
the diffuser cone, attach the steel handle and
replace the motor unit

(fig.4).

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