Hoover 3220, 5220, 7220 User Manual

HandiVac

HandiVac

This guide covers

the following models:

HandiVac 7.2 (3220)
HandiVac 9.6 (5220)

HandiVac 14.4 (7220)

* Model pictured

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HandiVac

Hoover HandiVac

Congratulations on your purchase of your new Hoover vacuum cleaner. There are many useful features
built into your cleaner and we recommend that you carefully read this instruction book so that you
may take best advantage of them. Call us on 1300 360 845 if you have a query.

Specifications

HandiVac 7.2

220-240V AC 50Hz

7.2V 42W
Model No. 3220
Part No. 14110085

HandiVac is a trademark of Hoover Floorcare Asia Pacific.

HandiVac 9.6

220-240V AC 50Hz

9.6V 46W
Model No. 5220
Part No. 14110083

HandiVac 14.4

220-240V AC 50Hz

14.4V 100W
Model No. 7220
Part No. 14110100

Before you begin

• Use only the charger supplied by the manufacturer to recharge this appliance.

• Charge indoors only.
Warning: Failure to fully charge the HandiVac before use, it could reduce the battery ability to hold

full charge, therefore reducing the HandiVac operations duration.

• This appliance is designed for domestic use only. Not for commercial application.

• Your Hoover HandiVac arrives partially charged and therefore requires full charging in its base for
14 hours before use. This appliance can only be used in conjunction with the charging base
supplied. The charging base is suitable for connection to any 240V powerpoint wall socket.

• This appliance should be charged indoors only.

• The cleaner must be operated in accordance with these instructions and used only for domestic
household cleaning to remove DRY dirt and dust from household carpets, flooring and fabrics.
This cleaner is not fit to be used as an industrial cleaner, and is not designed for the collection of
vitreous building material including particle board, construction products and similar products
such as wood/fibres, cement, fillers, fibre glass etc or excessive or frequent sand. The infrequent
pick-up of these materials in these circumstances may be harmful to your cleaner and may void the
manufacturer’s warranty.

Please read these instructions thoroughly

This will ensure you obtain full benefit from your new cleaner. Keep this Instruction Book in a handy place
for future reference.

Important

• Do not use outdoors.

• Do not expose to rain – store indoors.

• To avoid excessive heat and damage to the unit or batteries, do not operate the vacuum cleaner
while in the charging unit.

• Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used by children.

• Use only as described in this manual. Use only manufacturer’s recommended attachments.

• Do not use extension cords or outlets with inadequate current carrying capacity.

Before you Begin

• Do not handle charger or vacuum cleaner with wet hands.

• Do not incinerate or mutilate batteries as they will explode at high temperature.

• Leaks from battery cells can occur under extreme usage or temperature conditions. If the liquid
gets on the skin wash quickly with soap and water, or neutralise with a mild acid such as lemon
juice or vinegar. If the liquid gets into the eyes, flush them immediately with clean water as quickly
as possible.

• Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking such as cigarettes, matches or hot materials.

• Do not use without a filter/s in place.

• Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids such as gasoline, or use in areas where
they may present.

• Do not pick up large or small pieces of sharp-edge debris such as glass.

• Locate the charging base indoors in a cool, dry area not exposed to the severe weather to
avoid electrical shock and/or cleaner damage.

• Repair or replacing the battery should be only done by the manufacturer or its authorised
service agent to avoid a hazard.

• Always disconnect cord from electrical powerpoint before cleaning.

• Do not operate any appliance with a damage cord, plug or charger, or if the appliance is
damaged in any way.

• Do not place the nozzle or vacuum near eyes or ears when operating.

• For best performance keep the vacuum and filters clean, and repair or replace a
damaged filter.

• Never unplug the recharging base by pulling on the power cord.

• 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.

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