Earlex COMBIVAC User Manual

INSTRUCTIONS AND GUARANTEE

WET ‘N DRY VACUUM & BLOWER

PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE USE

RET

AIN FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

EARLEX L

TD. WILL ACCEPT NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT IF USED FOR

ANY OTHER PURPOSES THAN THOSE DETAILED HEREIN.

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PLEASE READ BEFORE USE

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Do not leave appliance unattended when
plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not
in use and before servicing and cleaning.

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To avoid electric shock, do not expose to
rain. Store Indoors.

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Never pick up inflammable or
combustible liquids such as petrol or
other volatile substances. Do not vacuum
boat bilges since flammable liquids or
fumes may be present.

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Never use in the presence of explosive
liquids, vapours or explosive dust - such
as coal or grain.

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Never pick up asbestos or asbestos dust.

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Do not pick up anything that is burning
or smouldering - such as cigarette ends,
hot coals, matches or similar.

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Do not allow the cleaner to be used by
children.

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Only use the product as detailed in these
instructions.

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Use only manufacturers recommended
attachments and consumables.

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Never modify the cleaner in any way ­this is dangerous and will invalidate the
guarantee.

l Do not use cleaner without the filter in

place.

l If motor sound becomes higher pitched

always

check for the following:

1) Blocked hose or accessory.

2) Blocked filter.

3) Full container.

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Never try to move the cleaner by pulling
with the mains lead.

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Always check that the filter is clear and
not blocked. Keep all openings clear of
any blockages.

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When lifting the unit always hold it with
both hands under the rim of the
container. Beware of excess weight.

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This appliance is not intended for use by
persons (including children) with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities,
or lack of experience and knowledge,
unless they have been given supervision
or instruction concerning use of the
appliance by a person responsible for
their safety.

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Always switch the unit off before
changing between vacuum and blower
functions.

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Earlex recommend the use of appropriate
ear protection when using this product.

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Sound Pressure Level 80dB (A)

INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing an Earlex CombiVacTM. The uses for this product around the home,
garage, workshop and garden are numerous and we hope you will find the product is in constant
use. This cleaner can be used for picking up all kinds of dry material such as dust, brick dust
nails, broken glass, leaves, litter, wood shavings etc. In wet mode it can pick up various types of
liquid spills and help to unblock sinks. In blow mode it can be used for jobs such as collecting
leaves into piles, dusting out the garage or workshop.

Due to the heavy duty nature of a wet & dry cleaner the motor may sound louder than your
normal cleaner. In order to be able to pick up liquids, a special by-pass motor is fitted so that the
liquid can be deposited into the recovery tank without going through the motor.

Before leaving our factory each unit has been checked to ensure that it meets our high safety,
quality and performance standards.

NOTE

The standard floor head supplied with the CombiVac

TM

is designed as a general purpose tool and
does not give the same performance as a conventional vacuum cleaner when used on carpets.
For improved performance when using the CombiVac

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to clean carpets we recommend the use
of the Deluxe Floor Head accessory (WDACC2). This includes a brush attachment for use
on carpets.

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AFETY RULES

IF YOU HAVE ANY PROBLEMS WITH YOUR COMBI VAC OR IF YOU BELIEVE A PART IS
MISSING, DO NOT RETURN TO STORE. PLEASE CONTACT EARLEX LTD ON 01483 454666.

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COMPONENTS

The following components are included in the kit (as illustrated below)

WD0001 Recovery Tank WD0036 Crevice Tool
WDACC4 Extension Tubes x 2 WD0037 Floor Head
WD0029 Paper Filter WD0045 Castors x 4
WD0030 Foam Filter WD0048 Hose
WD0032 Rubber Band WD0082 Motor Housing Assembly
WD0035 Hose Inlet WD0147 Outlet Elbow

UNPACKING AND SETTING UP

1) Remove all packing materials and accessories and lift unit out of the box.

2) Release the two tank clips and lift the motor housing off from the recovery tank.

3)

Remove all components from inside the tank.

4) Turn the tank upside down and insert the 4 castors. These should be pushed in hard until they stop.
Once installed these remain in place permanently.

5) Push the Hose Inlet into the hole in the side of the Recovery Tank. The Hose Inlet must be pushed in
from the outside of the Recovery Tank ensuring that the lug on the side of the Hose Inlet is lined up
with the slot in the hole in the Recovery

T

ank. Grasp the Hose Inlet from inside the Recovery

T

ank and
pull with an up and down motion to engage. Make sure that the clips on the top and bottom of the
Hose Inlet are fixed into place inside the Recovery Tank. Once installed the Hose Inlet can remain in
place permanently.

6) Fit the outlet elbow to the outlet on the motor housing. The outlet elbow can be used to deflect airflow
from the motor away from the work area.

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