Gtech SW04 User Manual

SW04

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customer helpline

01905 345891

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www.gtechonline.co.uk

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1 Main Unit
2 Brush Bar
3 Front Visor
4 Dust Tray
5 Edge Wheel
6 Upper Handle

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2

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7 Handle Tubes
8 Lower Handle*
9 Charging Adaptor*
10 Charging Jack
11 LED Indicator
12 ON/OFF button

Packed inside dust tray

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Packed inside dust tray

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Technical specification

Unit operating cycle with full battery up to 60 minutes (dependent on floor surface)
Battery type 4.8V DC 1300mAh
Charging period for fully discharge battery 16 hours
Battery charger output 10V DC, 150mA
Battery charger model JOD-S-100015BS
Sound level 75dB(A)
Weight 1.3Kg

WARNING: Only use a replacement battery as supplied by the manufacturer and only use
the charger provided with the product. Using another charger may damage the product and battery.

Important Safeguards

IMPORTANT:

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE.

RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

Do not use in rain or leave outdoors whilst raining.

WARNING: When using an electrical appliance basic safety precautions should always
be observed, including the following to reduce the risk of fire; electrical shock, or injury:

Assembly

1

lower handle

A

front, with
grip area

base, with
plastic lugs

B

front grip on
handle is
face down

1 Do not store or charge the unit outdoors.
2 Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.
3 Do not handle the charger or appliance

with wet hands.
4 Not to be used as a toy; pay close attention
when used by or near children.
5 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.
6 Children should be supervised to ensure that
they don’t play with the appliance.
7 Use only as described in this manual.
Never modify the charger in any way.

8 Only use the charger supplied with the product.
9 Do not attempt to use the charger with any

other product nor attempt to charge

this product with another charger. A charger
that is suitable for one type of battery pack
may create a risk of fire when used with another

battery pack.
10 Do not abuse the charger cord as this can
increase the risk of fire or electric shock. Never

carry the charger by the cord. Do not pull the
cord to disconnect from a socket; grasp the
plug and pull to disconnect.
11 Keep the charger cord away from hot
surfaces and sharp edges.

12 Do not handle the charger with wet hands.
13 The battery must be removed from the appliance

before it is discarded.

FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY

14 Before use check the power supply and

charger cord for signs of damage or ageing.
To avoid damage it is not recommended
to wrap the cord around the charger for
storage. A damaged or entangled charger
cord can increase the risk of fire and

electric shock.

15 The appliance must be disconnected from
the mains supply when removing the battery.

16 This product includes NiMH batteries; do

not incinerate batteries or expose to
high temperatures, as they may explode.

17 Leaks from battery cells can occur under

extreme conditions. If the liquid gets on the
skin wash immediately with soap and water.

gets into the eyes, flush them

If the liquid
immediately with clean water for a minimum
of 10 minutes and seek medical attention.
Liquid ejected from the battery may cause
irritation or burns. In an emergency situation
contact professional help immediately!

18 Do not use with any opening blocked; keep

openings free of dust, lint, hair and anything
that may interfere with the brushes.

19 Keep hair, clothing, fingers, and all parts of

body clear of moving parts.

20 Do not pick up anything that is flammable,

burning or smoking.

21 Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.

Plastic
lugs

joint
bracket
hole

push down
to ensure all
3 tubes are
connected

assemble
all 3 tubes
and upper
handle

C

‘Click’

CHARGER INSIDE TRAY

‘click’

‘click’

D

hold unit firmly
with one hand

fit to lower
handle and unit

Operation

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Handheld Operation
and Stair Cleaning

Battery Charging & Recharging

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1 Connect the Charging Adaptor to

the Charging Jack on the rear of
the Main Unit, and then plug into an
electrical outlet. The LED illuminates
RED when the charger is connected.

2 Charge the unit for at least 16 hours.

Do not charge the product for longer
than 24 hours.

3 Once the battery is fully charged

switch off the charger at the mains
socket, remove the charging jack
from the battery pack, and unplug
the charger from the mains socket.

Do not pull the charger by the
cord, grasp the charger and pull
to disconnect.

1 WARNING: Only use the charger
provided with the product. Using
another charger may damage the
product and battery.

2 Before use check the power
supply and charger cables for signs

of damage or ageing. A damaged
charger can increase risk of re or
electric shock.

3 if the battery is damaged in any way
do not attempt to charge it and
replace it immediately.

4 Never run the battery empty and
then put the product away without
switching it off - deep discharge can
damage the battery.

Floor Cleaning

1 For normal cleaning
push the sweeper at
over the oor.

2 For deeper cleaning
and carpet grooming,
lift the Handle to
lower the brush bar
into the carpet.

Carrying

To avoid spilling dirt
from the Dust Tray do
not carry the product
‘nose down’.

Bin Empty

To achieve the best performance,
empty the Dust Tray after
each use.

The LED does not ash or
change colour when the unit is
fully charged.
The unit will only re-charge
when the unit is switched off.

To maintain peak performance of your cordless sweeper, it is recommended
that the unit be fully discharged, then completely recharged at least once a
month.

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Care &

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Maintenance

WARNING: Do not accidentally turn the

unit on while cleaning it.
Each week clean the product with a dry
cloth, plus the chamber in which the Dust
Tray ts. Remove hair and bre from the
Brush Bar and Edge Wheel.

1 Don’t use abrasive materials to clean
the product or immerse it in water.

2 Don’t pick up liquids or use on wet oors.
3 Don’t use on concrete, Tarmacadam

or other rough surfaces.
4 Don’t pick up pieces of string or fabrics
with the unit.
5 Don’t clean rug tassels or frayed
carpets with the unit.

Brush Bar & Edge
Wheel Removal

The Brush Bar and Edge Wheel can be
removed for cleaning or replacement.

1 Push the latch and un-hook the
Edge Wheel Cover from the front of
the unit.
2 Slide the belt off the end of the Brush
Bar drive gear.
3 Lift the end of the Brush Bar, then
slide out of the unit.
4 The Edge Wheel Brush can be pushed

out of the cover.
5 Remove any hair, bre and dust from the

Edge Wheel and Brush Bar.
6 Replace the Brush Bar by tting the shaft

into the bearing in the housing, then

engage the end with the drive gear into the

unit. Note: peg to relocate

into unit.

7 Ret the belt onto the drive gear.
8 Hook the Edge Wheel Cover back onto

the unit and push into place until the
latch is securely engaged.

Note: peg
to relocate
into unit.

Product Is Not Working Properly?

1 Empty the Dust Tray.
2 Remove any build-up of hair or bre from

the Brush Bar and Edge Wheel.
3 Fully discharge the product (run until
battery is at) and then recharge for
16 hours.

Battery Pack Removal & Replacement

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At the end of the product’s or battery’s life
the battery should be removed for disposal
and recycling. Only a technically competent
person should undertake battery removal
and replacement.

Follow these steps for battery removal
or replacement:

1 Switch off the product and ensure

the Charger is disconnected.
2 Remove the Telescopic Tubes and
Dust Tray.
3 Turn the unit over, being careful not
to switch the product on.
4 Press the clip to release the
Battery Cover.

5 Carefully lift the battery out.
6 Slide the plastic cover off the black (-)

cable connector.
7 Push the latch on the connector and
pull the connector off the battery

contact.

8 Repeat for the red (+) cable connector.
9 Push the cable connectors onto the

new battery contacts, ensuring they
are securely tted.
10 Slide the plastic covers back over the

connectors.

11 Replace the battery into the

compartment and ret the battery cover.

ONLY USE A REPLACEMENT BATTERY AS SUPPLIED BY MANUFACTURER
Replacement batteries, Brush Bars and Edge Wheels can be purchased
through the helpline Tel: [phone] or by visting www.gtechonline.co.uk

If uncertain as to how to replace your battery
pack, we suggest you take your unit to a reputable
small appliance service technician to have this
service performed.

Battery Cover

Clip

Underside of Sweeper

Cable
Connector

WARNING: NEVER touch both the metal

battery contacts at the same time with any
metal objects as this may create sparks
that can cause small burns.
NEVER use the unit in a partially assembled
state.

Battery Connector

Warranty Information

Grey Technology has provided the
SW04 Cordless Power Sweeper with a

12 month guarantee.

In Guarantee:

Please retain your receipt as proof of purchase.
In the rare and unfortunate event of your
Gtech product being faulty, please accept
our apologies and we will aim to remedy the
problem as fast as possible once brought to our
attention. However please be aware that due
to Company Policy, Grey Technology can only
repair or replace all or part of the product if proof
of purchase is provided and the claim is made
within 12 months of the purchase date.

If your product is within the 12 months warranty
period you should either return this product with
its receipt to the retailers where the product was
purchased or if a simple part or advice is required
ring the Gtech Helpline where we will be more than
happy to assist.

We would like to remind our customers that
the Gtech guarantee does not cover any
unauthorised repairs and will be annulled:

1 if the product has been damaged due to

incorrect use or maintenance.

2 if any part is modified or replaced or if it is

used in any way that is not
recommended by Gtech.

3 if it is used with any parts not produced or

not recommended by Gtech.

4 if it is used for purposes other than those

specified by Gtech.

If after reading the manual and following the
instructions you are sure that the product is
defective please call the

01905 345891

A Customer Service Advisor will be available
to deal with any problems you have with our
product. To assist them please be ready with
the product, a detailed description of the
problem, and your proof of purchase.

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Gtech Helpline on

Note: Gtech cannot refund any monies if the
product was brought from a third party.
Note: The battery is a consumable item and is
not covered by this guarantee.

The symbol indicates that this product is
covered by legislation for waste electrical and
electronic products (EN2002/96/EC)

When the sweeper has reached the end of its
life, it and the NiMH battery it contains should
not be disposed of with general household
waste. The battery should be removed from
the sweeper and both should then be disposed
of properly at a recognised recycling facility.

WARNING: Only use the charger supplied with
the product.

Out of Guarantee:

If your Gtech product is over 12 months old
and you need any parts or advice then please
contact our Helpline. Parts will be sent out
usually within 3 weeks of request.

Call your local council, civic amenity site, or
recycling centre for information on the disposal
and recycling of electrical products.
Alternatively visit www.recycle-more.co.uk
for advice on recycling and to find your nearest
recycling facilities.

03/05/11

Using another charger may damage the
product and the battery and will invalidate
your guarantee.

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