4080
WORKMAN
DRY CANISTER – 8L
Easy to Manoeuvre
Micro Fresh Cloth Dust Bag
Accessories Included
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COMMERCIAL
1 Hose inlet
2 Top cover retainer clip
3 Top cover
4 Carry handle
5 Power cord storage
6 Parking slot
7 Exhaust grill
8 On/off button
9 Wheel
10 360° rotating casters
11 Combination floor tool
12 Flexible hose
13 Extension tubes
14 Crevice tool
15 Dusting brush
16 Paper dust bags
17 Cloth dust bag
4080 WORKMAN
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Contents
Safety Instructions ...........................2-3
How to Assemble................................4
How to Operate ............................. 5-6
Accessories ......................................... 7
Dirt Container.................................. 7-9
Clearing Blockages.......................... 10
Service and Help ............................. 11
Technical Specification................... 12
Troubleshooting................................ 13
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1. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
For Commercial Use Only
When using the vacuum cleaner, basic
safety precautions should always be
observed, including the following:
1. This appliance is for dry use only and
is not to be used or stored outdoors or
in wet conditions.
2. Turn off the vacuum cleaner
controls before connecting to or
disconnecting from the mains supply.
3. Always unplug the vacuum cleaner
before connecting or disconnecting
the vacuum hose.
4. This appliance is not intended for use
by young or infirm persons unless they
have been adequately supervised by
a responsible person to ensure that
they can use the appliance safely.
Young children should be supervised
to ensure that they do not play with
the appliance.
5. Use only as described in this manual.
Use only the manufacturer’s
recommended attachments. This
appliance is suitable for commercial
use, for example in hotels, schools,
hospitals, factories, shops, offices
and rental businesses.
6. Do not use the vacuum cleaner
with a damaged cord or plug. Do
not use the vacuum cleaner if it
has been dropped, damaged, left
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outdoors or dropped into water.
Return the vacuum cleaner to a
Hoover Authorised Service Agent for
examination, repair or adjustment.
Regularly examine the power cord for
damage, such as cracking or ageing.
If damage is found replace the cord
before further use.
7. Do not pull or carry by the cord. Do
not use the cord as a handle, close
a door on the cord or pull the cord
around sharp edges or corners. Do
not run the vacuum cleaner over
the cord. Keep the cord away from
heated surfaces.
8. Do not handle the plug or vacuum
cleaner with wet hands. Do not use
outdoors or on wet surfaces.
9. Do not put any objects into openings.
Do not use with any openings
blocked and do not restrict air flow.
Keep all openings free of dust, lint, hair
or anything that may reduce airflow.
10. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers
and all parts of the body away from
openings and moving parts.
11. Do not pick up hot coals, cigarette
butts, matches or any hot, smoking or
burning objects.
12. Do not pick up flammable, hazardous
dust or combustible materials (lighter
fluid, petrol, kerosene, etc) or use in
the presence of explosive liquids
or vapours.
13. Do not vacuum up harmful or toxic
material (chlorine bleach, ammonia,
drain cleaner, etc).
14. Do not vacuum up hard or sharp
objects such as glass, nails, screws,
coins, etc.
15. Do not use without the filters in place.
16. Use extra care when vacuuming
on stairs.
17. Keep vacuuming area well lit.
18. Store the vacuum cleaner indoors in
a cool, dry area.
19. Turn off the switch before unplugging.
20. Do not immerse the vacuum cleaner
into water or other liquids.
WARNING: Always switch off and
unplug the vacuum cleaner from the
electrical outlet before assembling,
opening or emptying the dirt container,
or before connecting/disconnecting the
attachments.
IMPORTANT: If the inlet or hose is
blocked, switch off the vacuum cleaner
and remove the blockage(s) before
re-starting.
IMPORTANT: Cleaning filters improves
vacuum performance. Make sure all
filters are replaced and locked into
place before use.
This appliance is suitable for commercial
use. PLEASE KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS
FOR FURTHER USE.
Motor Thermostat
IMPORTANT: The motor is equipped
with a thermal cut-out. If for any reason,
the vacuum cleaner should over-heat,
the thermostat will automatically turn
the unit off. Should this occur, unplug
the vacuum cleaner from the electrical
outlet and turn off the switch. Remove
the dirt container and empty. Clean
the filters. Allow the cleaner to cool for
approximately one (1) hour before
re-starting.
CAUTION: The vacuum cleaner is a very
powerful unit. Before plugging the cord
into the outlet make sure the switch is
in the ‘off’ position. Hold the vacuum
cleaner firmly when starting.
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