Gtech SW05 Safety And Instruction Manual

Safety and Instruction Manual for

cordless floor cleaner

SW05

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Introduction

It is my pleasure to introduce the SW05 Cordless Floor Cleaner from Gtech. Designed,
patented and developed in the heart of England we hope that you find this product
helps you effortlessly stay on top of your household cleaning. If you have any queries or
comments about your new sweeper, we would love to hear from you.
Our friendly customer service team are available from 9am-5.30pm Monday-Thursday,
and 9am-3.30pm on Fridays on 01905 345891 or, alternatively, please visit our website
www.gtechonline.co.uk. Thank you for your purchase from Gtech, we hope you have many
happy hours using your SW05.

Nick Grey,
Chairman, Grey Technology

Contents

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3 Important Safeguards
4 Unpacking: Part Location
4 Technical Specification
5 Assembly
6 Battery Charging & Recharging
7 Operation
8 Emptying the Dust Container
9 Care and Maintenance
10 Battery Pack Removal & Replacement
11 Gtech Customer Services Helpline
11 Environmental and Product Recycling
12 Warranty Information

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Important Safeguards

IMPORTANT:

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE.

RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

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:

1 Do not store or charge the unit outdoors.
2 Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.
3 Do not handle 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.
8 Do not attempt to use the charger with any other product nor attempt to charge

this product with another charger.

9 Do not abuse the charger cord; never carry the charger or base by the cord or

pull cord to disconnect from an outlet; grasp the charger and pull to disconnect.

10 Keep charger cord away from hot surfaces.
11 The battery must be removed from the appliance before it is discarded.
12 The appliance must be disconnected from the mains supply when removing

the battery.

13 This product includes NiMH batteries; do not incinerate batteries or expose

to high temperatures, as they may explode.

14 Leaks from battery cells can occur under extreme conditions. If the liquid gets

on the skin wash immediately with soap and water. If the liquid gets into the
eyes, flush them immediately with clean water for a minimum of 10 minutes
and seek medical attention.

15 Do not use with any opening blocked; keep openings free of dust, lint, hair and

anything that may interfere with the brushes.

16 Keep hair, clothing, fingers, and all parts of body clear of moving parts.
17 Do not pick up anything that is flammable, burning or smoking.
18 Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.

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FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY

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Unpacking: Part Location

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1 Main Unit
2 Brush Bar
3 Dust Container
4 Upper Handle
5 Handle Tubes

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6 Lower Handle
7 Charging Adaptor
8 LED Indicator
9 Charging Jack
10 ON/OFF button

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Technical specification

Unit operating cycle with full battery up to 45 minutes (dependent on floor surface)
Battery type 4.8V DC 1.3Ah NiMH
Charging period for fully discharged battery 12 hours
Battery charger output 9.0V DC, 150mA
Battery charger model YHD0900150G-31
Sound level 60dB(A)
Weight 0.9Kg

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

may damage the product and battery.

Do not use in rain or leave outdoors whilst raining.

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Assembly

1 Fit the Lower Handle onto the Main Unit, ensuring the handle faces forward.

The clips on the Lower Handle push into the hole in the pivot joint on the Main
Unit. This will require some force to push together. Then push the handle upright.

2 Push the Handle Tubes and the Upper Handle firmly together.

Note: ensure the correct tube is at the bottom, see below. Press the tubes
against a non-marking floor to ensure they are fully connected. Then push the
assembled handle into the Lower Handle.

ensure

correct tube is

at the bottom

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Battery Charging & Recharging

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 will illuminate when the
charger is connected.

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

2 Charge the unit for at least 12 hours. Do not charge the product for longer

than 12 hours.

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

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

Do not attempt to use the charger with any other product nor attempt
to charge this product with any other charger as this will invalidate your
guarantee.

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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Operation

Parking & Release
of Main Handle

1 The Handles and Tubes

park upright for storage.

2 To release for use, press

on the top of the sweeper
with your foot while
pulling back on the Handle.

3 Push the ON/OFF button

to operate the unit. To turn
the sweeper off, push the
ON/OFF button again.

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Operation

Handheld Operation

1 For handheld operation,

remove the main handle
(Upper Handle and
Handle Tubes).

2 Fold the Lower Handle

backwards so it can be used
to push and steer the sweeper.

Emptying the Dust Container

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

1 To remove the Dust Container, grip the bottom of the clear container and pull it

upwards and away from the front of the unit. Note: Make sure the sweeper is

not turned on whilst the Dust Container is removed.

2 Empty the Dust Container, and replace by locating the circular holes over the raised

buttons and push downwards to click back onto the front of the unit.

The Dust Container can be cleaned with a damp cloth, but make sure it is completely
dry before replacing in the sweeper.

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Care & Maintenance

WARNING: Do not accidentally turn the unit on while cleaning it.

1 Each week clean the product with a dry cloth and remove hair and fibre build up from

the Brush Bar.

2 To clean the Brush Bar, remove the belt cover, slide the belt off the end of the Brush
Bar, then lift the Brush Bar out of the unit.

3 Don’t use abrasive materials to clean the product or immerse it in water.
4 Don’t pick up liquids or use on wet floors.
5 Don’t use on concrete, Tarmacadam or other rough surfaces.
6 Don’t pick up pieces of string or fabrics with the unit.
7 Don’t clean rug tassels or frayed carpets with the unit.

If The Product Is Not Working Properly:

1 Empty the Dust Container.
2 Remove any build-up of hair or fibre from the Brush Bar.
3 Fully discharge the product (run until battery is flat) and then recharge for 12 hours.
4 Telephone the Gtech Helpline on: 01905 345891.

If the product needs to be repaired or replaced only use parts which are approved by
the manufacturer.

For further help, technical advice, or to order spare or replacement parts
contact the Gtech Customer Services Helpline.

Tel: [phone] email: [e-mail]

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Battery Pack Removal & Replacement

The battery pack is removable and replaceable

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. 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.

Follow these steps for battery removal or replacement:

Battery Cover

Underside
of Sweeper

1 Switch off the product and ensure the Charger is disconnected.
2 Remove the Handle Tubes and Dust Container.
3 Turn the unit over, so the base is facing upwards.
4 Using a #1 Phillips screwdriver remove the screw from the battery cover.
5 Press the latch and remove the battery cover.
6 Carefully lift out the battery pack.
7 Fit a new battery pack.
8 Replace the battery cover and screw.

WARNING: NEVER use the unit in a partially assembled state.

Replacement batteries can be purchased from Grey Technology:
Tel: [phone] www.gtechonline.co.uk

ONLY USE A REPLACEMENT BATTERY AS SUPPLIED BY MANUFACTURER

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Environment & Product Recycling

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.

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.

For further help, technical advice, or to order spare or replacement parts
contact the Gtech Customer Services Helpline.

Tel: [phone] email: [e-mail]

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Warranty Information

Grey Technology has provided the SW05 Cordless Floor Cleaner 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.

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.

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
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.

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.

WARNING: Only use the charger supplied with the product.
Using another charger may damage the product and the
battery and will invalidate your guarantee.

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