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INSTRUCTION MANUAL

KOBOLD VK200 UPRIGHT VACUUM CLEANER AND ACCESSORIES

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CONTENTS

Product overview Preliminary remarks

1 For your safety . . . . . . . . 7

1.1 Intended use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

1.2 Hazard warnings . . . . . . . . . . 10

1.3 Danger levels. . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

2 Geing started . . . . . . . . . . . 14

2.1 Mounting the telescopic handle . . 14

2.2 Mains connection . . . . . . . . . . 15

2.3 Aaching the accessory head . . . 17

2.4 Removing and replacing

the accessory head. . . . . . . . . . 17

2.5 Standby position and

power seing. . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

2.6 Adjusting the handle height . . . . 20

2.7 Carrying the Kobold VK200

Upright Vacuum Cleaner . . . . . . 21

2.8 Switching the device on and oﬀ, seing the power performance

level. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

2.9 Filter ﬁll level indicator, ﬁlterbags, motor protection ﬁlter . 24

2.10 Dovina fragrance chip . . . . . . . 26

3 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

3.1 Kobold EB400

Automatic Electric Brush . . . . . 28

3.2 Kobold VF200 Carpet Freshener. . 34

3.3 Kobold SP530 DuoClean . . . . . . 41

3.4 Kobold PB440 Electric Upholstery Brush and Maress Cleaning Set

MP440/MR440 . . . . . . . . . . . 52

3.5 Kobold ESS200

Electric Suction Hose . . . . . . . . 59

3.6 Additional accessories . . . . . . . 60

4 Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . 68

4.1 Spare parts and consumable

materials . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

4.2 Maintaining Kobold VK200

Upright Vacuum Cleaner . . . . . . 70

4.3 Kobold EB400

Automatic Electric Brush . . . . . . 75

4.4 Kobold SP530 DuoClean . . . . . . 77

4.5 Kobold PB440 Electric Upholstery Brush and Maress Cleaning Set

MP440/MR440 . . . . . . . . . . . 80

4.6 Additional accessories . . . . . . . 82

5 Troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . 83

6 Disposal and environmental

protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96

6.1 Device disposal . . . . . . . . . . . 96

6.2 Disposing of the packaing . . . . . 96

6.3 Information on environmental

protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97

7 Warranty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99

8 Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99

9 Technical details . . . . . . . . . 100

10 EU energy label classiﬁcation . .105

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PRODUCT OVERVIEW

Nature and extent of the accessories included may vary. Accessories can be purchased as options. The illustrations shown in this instruction manual are meant to illustrate the functions of the Kobold VK200 Upright Vacuum Cleaner and its accessories. The illustrations may differ with respect to detail and proportions of the actual product.

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KOBOLD VK200 UPRIGHT VACUUM CLEANER

ADDITIONAL ACCESSORIES

ACCESSORY HEADS

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LEGEND

Item Kobold VK200 Upright Vacuum Cleaner

Kobold VK200 Upright Vacuum Cleaner

Mains switch

Cable hook (covered), rotatable

Grip

Telescopic handle

Cable channel

Remote release for electronic accessory heads and other accessories

Release lever for handle adjustment

Cable hook (folding)

Button – to open the filter cover

Filter cover

Eyelet for attaching the shoulder strap (both sides)

Attachment socket

Release lever for electronic accessory heads and other accessories

Carry handle

Filter fill level indicator

Power cord

Dovina shaft with flap (covered)

Shoulder strap

Item Accessory heads

Electronic accessories:

Kobold EB400 Automatic Electric Brush – to vacuum and clean carpets and hard f loors

Kobold SP530 DuoClean – for vacuuming and wet cleaning of hard floors

Kobold PB440 Electric Upholstery Brush

and

The Mattress Cleaning Set with MP440 Mattress Freshener and MR440 Mattress Vacuumer for the Kobold PB440 Electric Upholstery Brush – for cleaning mattresses

Non-electronic accessories:

Kobold VF200 Carpet Freshener – for cleaning carpets

Item Additional accessories

Electronic accessories:

Kobold ESS200 Electric Suction Hose

Non-electronic accessories:

TR15 Telescopic Tube

VD15 Variable Nozzle with Drilling Dust Attachment and Brush Tip

FD15 Flexo Nozzle with cleaning brush attachment

SD15 Soft Nozzle

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PRELIMINARY REMARKS

Congratulations on the purchase of your new Kobold VK200 Upright Vacuum Cleaner. Delivering brilliance and cleanliness, the light and manoeuvrable Upright Vacuum Cleaner will perform for you and your home for many years. Its unique and practical accessories will bring joy to cleaning your home.

BEFORE GETTING STARTED

• Read the instruction manual carefully before using the

Kobold VR200 Upright Vacuum Cleaner and accessories for the first time.

• Keep the instruction manual for future use. It is an

important part of the Upright Vacuum Cleaner and must be kept with it if you pass it on to someone else.

CHARACTERS AND SYMBOLS

The symbols which appear in this instruction manual have the following meanings:

Warning symbol

Reference to Vorwerk’s customer service department/support

Symbol for a helpful tip

Reference to Vorwerk’s Internet website

• Instructions

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SUITABILITY OF THE ACCESSORY HEADS FOR FLOORS

Carpet type Kobold EB400

Automatic Electric Brush

Kobold VF200

Carpet Freshener

Kobold SP530

DuoClean

• Loop pile carpeting • Velour carpeting ++ ++ –

• Berber carpeting• Deep-pile carpeting (> 1.5 cm)

• Light, loose carpets • Silk carpeting • Sisal carpeting

+ – –

• Fur • Flokati • Loosely woven carpeting

• Carpets with long, interwoven fibres (Saxony)

– – –

Hard ﬂoor type

• Sealed wooden flooring (e.g. parquet, beech or oak floorboards)

++ – ++

• Laminate ++ – ++

• Oiled wooden flooring (e.g. floorboards, parquet made of beech or oak)

+ – ++

• PVC, CV, linoleum + – ++

• Natural stone flooring (e.g. marble, granite, slate)

• Clay flooring (e.g. terracotta)

+ – ++

• Ceramic tiles and fine stoneware ++ – ++

• Sealed cork flooring ++ – ++

• Sensitive natural stone flooring (e.g. Solnhofer stone) – – ++

• Ruged concrete flooring (e.g. washed concrete) – – –

• Unsealed wooden f looring made of softwood (e.g. pine, spruce) • Unsealed cork f looring

– – ++

) Only for d ry cleaning with cleani ng cloth Kobold MF520/530 Dr y. No wet cleaning.

) Only w ith cleani ng cloth MF520/530 Universal Soft .

Table 1.1 Suitability of the accessory heads for floors

Note!

Follow the detailed application instructions in the following chapters.

++ excellent suitability

+ very good suitability

– not suitable

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For your safety

1 FOR YOUR SAFETY

Greatest possible safety is a characteristic of Vorwerk products. The product safety of the Kobold VK200 Upright Vacuum Cleaner and its accessories can however only be ensured if this chapter is followed.

1.1 Intended use

Note!

This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical,

sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.

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For your safety

KOBOLD VK200 UPRIGHT VACUUM CLEANER

The Upright Vacuum Cleaner is solely intended for removing dust within domestic areas. This also includes use for typical household applications in shops, offices and similar work environments, agricultural operations, by customers in hotels, motels and similar living environments and in bed and breakfast operations. The Upright Vacuum Cleaner may only be used with the corresponding Vorwerk accessories.

• To find out which carpet and hard floors are suitable for using the accessory heads, refer to “Table 1.1 Suitability of the

accessory heads for floors” on page 6.

KOBOLD EB400 AUTOMATIC ELECTRIC BRUSH

The Automatic Electric Brush may only be used in combination with a Kobold vacuum cleaner. It is intended only for the care of floors and carpets. The Automatic Electric Brush is intended only for the types of carpet and hard flooring specified in “Table 1.1 Suitability of the accessory heads for floors” on page 6. The following carpet and flooring types must not be cleaned with the Automatic Electric Brush: Skins, flokati rugs, carpets with long fibres twisted into them (Saxony), loosely knotted and loosely woven carpets, high shag pile carpets, unsealed cork floors, unsealed soft wood floors, Belgian granite, sensitive natural stone floors (e.g. Solnhofer flag stones), raw concrete floors (e.g. exposed aregate concrete).

KOBOLD VF200 CARPET FRESHENER

The Carpet Freshener may only be used in combination with a Kobold vacuum cleaner. It is intended only for the care of carpets and rugs. The Carpet Freshener is intended only for the types of carpet specified in “Table 1.1 Suitability of the accessory heads for floors” on page 6. The following carpet types must not be cleaned with the Carpet Freshener: deep pile carpets >1.5 cm, furs, flokati, carpeting with long, interwoven fibres (Saxony), loosely tied and loosely woven carpets, silk carpets.

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For your safety

KOBOLD SP530 DUOCLEAN

The DuoClean may only be used in combination with a Kobold vacuum cleaner. It is only intended

for use on the hard floor

types specified in “Table 1.1 Suitability of the accessory heads for floors” on page 6. The following

types of flooring must

not be wet cleaned: untreated cork flooring, untreated tile flooring, untreated softwood flooring.

KOBOLD PB440 ELECTRIC UPHOLSTERY BRUSH

The Electric Upholstery Brush may only be used in combination with a Kobold vacuum cleaner and the corresponding Electric Suction Hose. It is intended only for the care of upholstered furniture.

KOBOLD MP440/MR440 MATTRESS CLEANING SET

The Mattress Cleaning Set may only be used in combination with a Kobold vacuum cleaner and the Kobold Electric Upholstery Brush. It is intended only for the care of mattresses.

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For your safety

1.2 Hazard warnings

Note!

• Read the instruction manual carefully before using the Kobold VR200 Upright Vacuum

Cleaner and accessories for the first time.

• Observe the following notes in particular.

• Keep the instruction manual for future use. It is an important part of the Upright Vacuum

Cleaner and must be kept with it if you pass it on to someone else.

Risk of electric shock!

• Always switch the device off before all retrofitting, cleaning and maintenance work and

disconnect the mains plug from the socket.

• Switch off the device on the switch of the Kobold VK200 Upright Vacuum Cleaner and then

disconnect the mains plug before leaving the device unattended.

• Never pull the mains plug from the socket by the power cord, only by the plug.

• Do not vacuum liquids, damp dirt or damp floor mats or carpets.

• Do not use the device in moist environments.

• Do not use the electrical accessories on wet surfaces or outdoors under any circumstances.

• Never use water or wet cleaning agents to clean your device or electrical accessories, espe

cially the electrical connections of the Kobold ESS200 Electric Suction Hose.

• When using the motorised accessory heads, the Kobold EB400 Automatic Electric Brush

and the Kobold SP530 DuoClean, never drive over the power cord or other cables on the floor.

• Never perform repairs on your device yourself. Repairs to electric appliances may only be

carried out by your authorised Vorwerk Customer Service Centre.

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For your safety

• Do not insert any pointed objects into the electrical contacts.

• Do not modify the electrical contacts.

• Never carry the device by the power cord.

• Do not continue using the electrical accessory heads or the power cord if they become

damaged.

• In case of damage, contact your Vorwerk Customer Service Centre.

Warning! The Kobold ESS200 Electric Suction Hose has electrical connections.

• Do not use it to vacuum water.

• Do not submerge in water for cleaning purposes.

• The hose must be checked regularly and should not be used if damaged.

Fire hazard!

• Do not vacuum glowing ash or burning cigarettes.

Explosion hazard!

• Do not vacuum up explosive or readily inflammable substances.

Risk of injury due to negative pressure!

• Do not vacuum any body parts. Do not vacuum near children or pets.

• Do not vacuum hair on the head.

Pinching hazard!

• Keep clear of movable elements of the accessory heads.

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For your safety

Choking hazard!

• Keep small parts such as Dovina fragrance chips out of reach of children.

Loss of suitability for allergy sufferers

• Only use original Kobold filters and filterbags. Do not reuse spent filterbags.

Risk of injury due to sharp fragments of plastic!

• Do not use the device if plastic components have been damaged due to falling or impacts.

Protect yourself against fragments with sharp edges.

Note! Risk of damage from improper use!

• Only use original Kobold products.

• Only operate the device with alternating current voltage on a connection properly installed

by a qualified electrician.

• Only operate the device with the alternating current voltage stated on the type plate.

• The Kobold motor protection filter must be installed to operate the device.

• Only use the device with an original FP200 3in1 Premium Filterbag.

• Never use the Kobold SP530 DuoClean without the cleaning cloth.

The device complies with the safety regulations of the country where it was sold by an authorised Vorwerk organisation. If the device is used in a different country, compliance with local safety standards cannot be guaranteed. Therefore, Vorwerk assumes no liability for resulting safety risks for the user.

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For your safety

1.3 Danger levels

• For your safety, please observe the hazard warnings in the text of the chapters

that follow.

You can identify the hazard warnings in the following chapters by the warning symbol and/or a signal word indicating a danger level:

Danger level Warning symbol Signal word Possible risks

3 Warning!

- Risk of electric shock

- Fire hazard

- Explosion hazard

Caution! - Risk of injury

1 Note!

- Risk of damage from improper use

- Property damage from improper use

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Getting started

2 GETTING STARTED

In this chapter you will learn how to set up your Kobold VK200 Upright Vacuum Cleaner for use. You will get to know the basic functions of your Upright Vacuum Cleaner and how to use it properly.

2.1 Mounting the telescopic handle

The telescopic handle is not attached to the Kobold VK200 Upright Vacuum Cleaner on delivery. Proceed as follows to attach the telescopic handle on the Upright Vacuum Cleaner:

The telescopic handle is easiest to attach if you first insert the Upright Vacuum Cleaner in an accessory head. For instructions on mounting an accessory head, see chapter “2.3 Attaching the accessory head” on page 17.

• Fully unfold clamping lever and hold it.

• Insert the telescopic rod handle

into the opening of the Upright Vacuum

Cleaner as far as the stop point, when you will feel it engage.

• Close the release lever

Now the telescopic handle is firmly secured to the Upright Vacuum Cleaner and cannot be released.

II.

Fig. 2.1 Mounting the telescopic handle

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2.2 Mains connection

ATTACHING THE POWER CORD

Before using the Kobold VK200 Upright Vacuum Cleaner for the first time, attach the power cord as follows:

• Fully unfold clamping lever

and hold it.

• Pull the telescopic handle

out slightly.

• Feed the power cord

with the locking nose to the left through the opening

on handle

and thread it into the telescopic handle (l.).

• Apply the supplied tool

with the hook above the power cord in the cable

channel

and then swivel it around the telescopic handle (I.) so it fits firmly.

• Now slide the tool down along the grip with the telescopic handle until you

hear the plug on the power cord engage with the connection on the Upright Vacuum Cleaner (II.).

Once it is inserted, leave the power cord in the device permanently.

Only remove the power cord if you need to replace it (see chapter “4.2.3 Removing the power cord from the Kobold VK200 Upright Vacuum Cleaner” on page 74).

click

II.

III.

Fig. 2.2 Attaching the power cord

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WINDING UP AND UNWINDING THE POWER CORD

Warning! Risk of electric shock!

• Pull the mains plug from the socket before winding up the power cord!

Caution! Danger of damaging electrical parts!

• Make sure the device and power cord are not damaged during winding up.

Wind up the power cord when you have finished using the Upright Vacuum Cleaner.

• Wind the power cord

around the cable hook on the Upright Vacuum

Cleaner and the cable hook on the grip

Unwind the power cord when you want to use the Upright Vacuum Cleaner.

• To unwind the power cord, turn the cable hook to the side.

The power cord is released from the cord wrap.

• Now turn the cable hook

back to the vertical position.

CONNECTING THE POWER CORD

• Connect the mains plug to the socket.

Fig. 2.3 Winding up the power cord

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2.3 Attaching the accessory head

You can use the following accessory heads to clean your floor:

- Kobold EB400 Automatic Electric Brush

- Kobold VF200 Carpet Freshener

- Kobold SP530 DuoClean

The attachment process is the same for all four accessory heads:

• Connect the attachment socket

of the Upright Vacuum Cleaner to the pivot

on the accessory head

• Make sure you hear the attachment socket click into the pivot.

2.4 Removing and replacing the accessory head

To remove the accessory head from your Kobold VK200 Upright Vacuum Cleaner, you have two options:

• Unlock the accessory head at the top of the telescopic handle by sliding the

switch

up.

• Push the switch at the bottom of the suction port

up to unlock the

accessory head

Once it is unlocked, you can remove the accessory head from the Upright Vacuum Cleaner.

Fig. 2.4 Attaching the accessory head

(shown here: Automatic Electric Brush)

Fig. 2.5 Removing the accessory head

(shown here: Automatic Electric Brush)

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2.5 Standby position and power setting

In combination with an accessory head, you can either use your Kobold VK200 Upright Vacuum Cleaner in the power setting or set it into standby position.

SETTING THE DEVICE INTO STANDBY POSITION

Caution! Risk of injury from toppling device!

The standby position is used to park the device after you have finished

working with it or when you take a break.

• The Kobold VK200 Upright Vacuum Cleaner with the accessory head in standby position must be placed on a level surface.

Note! Risk of damage when the device starts up automatically.

• Note that the Kobold VK200 Upright Vacuum Cleaner starts up automatically when you take it out of the standby position if you have not first switched off the mains switch.

The standby position is used to store your Upright Vacuum Cleaner when you are not using it. You can also “park” it in this position if you want to take a short break while cleaning. In the standby position, the device stands upright and firmly on the floor. You can put the Upright Vacuum Cleaner into standby position when it is facing straight ahead.

• In order to do so, turn the Upright Vacuum Cleaner at the pivot so that it and

the accessory head, such as the Automatic Electric Brush

, faces straight

ahead.

Now you can set it to standby position.

Fig. 2.6 Standby position

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• Move the telescopic handle forward until it stands upright and you can

hear it click into the pivot

• If you will not be using your Upright Vacuum Cleaner for some time,

disconnect the mains plug and store the device properly.

If you place the Kobold VK200 Upright Vacuum Cleaner with the Kobold

EB400 Automatic Electric Brush or the Kobold VF200 Carpet Freshener into the standby position, and have not switched it off via the main switch, the Upright Vacuum Cleaner automatically switches off the fan and the brush of the EB400/VF200 stops. The filter level indicator and the control lights of the accessory head continue to be lit.

ROLLING THE KOBOLD VK200 UPRIGHT VACUUM CLEANER

You can conveniently roll the device in standby position

to move it to

different places:

• In the standby position, tilt the device backwards

so it stands on the rollers.

• Move it in the desired direction on the rollers

SETTING THE DEVICE INTO POWER SETTING

In the power setting, the Upright Vacuum Cleaner can be moved freely and the device can be steered in all directions on the floor.

• Hold the accessory head firmly in place with your foot and tilt the telescopic

rod handle back so that you hear it disengage from the standby position.

Now the accessory head can be moved in all directions again.

Fig. 2.7 Rolling the Upright Vacuum

Cleaner

Fig. 2.8 Rolling the Upright Vacuum

Cleaner

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Getting started

HANGING UP ON THE WALL

You can hang the Upright Vacuum Cleaner on the wall to store it.

• Leave the device in the power setting.

• With the upper opening of the cable hook

, hang the device on the wall.

The accessory head hangs down

2.6 Adjusting the handle height

Caution! Danger of damaging electrical parts!

• Ensure that the power cord is freely moveable in the cable channel when adjusting the handle.

• Do not hold the power cord whilst adjusting the handle.

• Ensure that the power cord does not get jammed inside the cable channel of the handle.

How to set the handle of your Upright Vacuum Cleaner to the desired height:

• Fully unfold clamping lever

and hold it.

• Set the adjustable handle

to the desired height.

• Close the release lever

to lock the adjustable handle .

• Push or pull slightly on the adjustable handle

until you hear a click.

Now the adjustable handle is firmly locked and ready for use.

• To store the Upright Vacuum Cleaner (or to use it for cleaning higher than

floor level), set the adjustable handle to the lowest position.

Fig. 2.9 Haning up on the wall

Fig. 2.10 Extending the telescopic handle

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2.7 Carrying the Kobold VK200 Upright Vacuum Cleaner

Warning! Risk of electric shock!

• Never carry the Kobold VK200 Upright Vacuum Cleaner by the power cord.

• Before carrying the device, push in the adjustable handle all the way in.

CARRYING WITH THE CARRY HANDLE

Caution! Risk of injury if the carry handle is not locked!

If the carry handle does not properly lock in the carrying position, your

fingers may get pinched.

• Make sure the carry handle engages properly before you carry the Upright Vacuum Cleaner.

To carry the Upright Vacuum Cleaner by the carry handle, proceed as follows:

• Swivel the integrated carry handle

out to the stop .

• Pull the carry handle

up until it locks.

• When you release the carry handle, a spring pulls it back into the original

position.

Fig. 2.11 Carrying with the carry handle

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CARRYING WITH THE SHOULDER STRAP

Note! Risk of damage due to falling!

The carry strap could come loose, causing the Kobold VK200 Upright

Vacuum Cleaner to fall down.

• Make sure that the carry strap is securely attached to the Upright Vacuum Cleaner and the eyelet on the grip.

To use the Upright Vacuum Cleaner in areas above the floor, you can carry it using the shoulder strap:

• Hook one end of the shoulder strap

into the eyelet on the grip .

• Hook the other end of the shoulder belt into one of the two eyelets

on the

side of the Upright Vacuum Cleaner.

Fig. 2.12 Attaching the shoulder strap

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2.8 Switching the device on and off, setting the power performance level

SWITCHING ON

• Switch the Kobold VK200 Upright Vacuum Cleaner on by sliding the main

switch

from position forward .

SETTING THE POWER PERFORMANCE LEVEL

In general, we recommend power performance level auto (automatic suction power).

When the Kobold EB400 Automatic Electric Brush is used, the suction

power is regulated automatically if power performance level auto is set using the main switch

• To manually set the suction power levels with the main switch

, proceed as

follows:

- auto – Automatic suction power (recommended)

- so – minimum power

- med – medium power

- max – maximum power

We recommend vacuuming with the power performance level auto when

using all accessory parts. The other power levels are specially intended for specific uses. You will find them in the chapters on the accessory parts.

Fig. 2.13 Switching on and setting the

power performance level

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FUNCTION KEY (ONLY IN COMBINATION WITH THE KOBOLD EB400 AUTOMATIC ELECTRIC BRUSH)

The function key is only active when using the Kobold EB400 Automatic Electric Brush.

The Automatic Electric Brush recognises the type of flooring and adjusts to it automatically. You can also switch manually between hard floors and carpet using the function key

• To do so, press the function key

Intelligent floor detection is deactivated. To reactivate floor detection,

switch the Upright Vacuum Cleaner off and back on again. Press the function key again to manually change the floor setting.

SWITCHING OFF THE DEVICE

• To switch the Upright Vacuum Cleaner off, slide the main switch

all the way

back.

2.9 Filter ﬁll level indicator, ﬁlterbags, motor protection ﬁlter

FILTERBAG AND MOTOR PROTECTION FILTER

A FP200 3in1 Premium Filterbag and the motor protection filter are already installed in your Upright Vacuum Cleaner on delivery. See chapter “4 Maintenance” on page 68

to find out how to replace the filterbag and the motor pro-

tection filter.

Fig. 2.14 Function key

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Getting started

The filter cover of the Upright Vacuum Cleaner is equipped with a cover

lock. It cannot be closed unless a filterbag is installed.

Note! Risk of damage due to closing the filter cover by force.

• Do not use force to close the filter cover.

• Only use the device with a correctly inserted, original FP200 3in1 Premium Filterbag.

FILTER FILL LEVEL INDICATOR

The filter fill level indicator

with 6 light series informs you when you need to

replace the filterbag or in case of a fault:

Filter ﬁll level indicator Status/state of the FP200 3in1 Premium Filterbag

All rows lit up green The filterbag is empty 4 or 2 rows lit up green The filterbag is filling up

(replacement not required yet)

All rows lit up yellow The filterbag has to be replaced

All rows flashing red

Fault (see chapter “5 Troubleshooting” on page 83)

Fig. 2.15 Filter cover

Fig. 2.16 Filter fill level indicator

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2.10 Dovina fragrance chip

Caution! Choking hazard due to swallowing small parts!

• Keep small parts such as Dovina fragrance chips out of reach of children.

INSERTING A DOVINA FRAGRANCE CHIP

• Take the Dovina fragrance chip out of the package.

• Open the flap on the Dovina chamber on the shoulder of the Upright Vacuum

Cleaner.

• Make sure that the Dovina scent chip sits behind the flap .

• Close the flap

REMOVING THE DOVINA FRAGRANCE CHIP

• Open the flap on the Dovina chamber on the shoulder of the Upright Vacuum

Cleaner

• Grasp the Dovina fragrance chip on either side to pull it out.

• Used Dovina fragrance chips can be disposed of in household waste.

Fig. 2.17 Inserting a Dovina fragrance

chip

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Operation

3 OPERATION

Depending on the accessory head or accessories you are using, continue with one of the following chapters:

Accessory head Application Chapter/page

Kobold EB400 Automatic Electric Brush

Vacuuming and cleaning carpets and hard floors

3.1 on page 28

Kobold VF200 Carpet Freshener

Cleaning carpets with Kobosan

3.2 on page 34

Kobold SP530 DuoClean Vacuuming and wet cleaning

hard floors

3.3 on page 41

Kobold PB440 Electric Upholstery Brush

Vacuuming upholstery surfaces and recesses

3.4 on page 52

Kobold PB440 Electric Upholstery Brush combined with Kobold MP440/MR440 Mattress Cleaning Set

Cleaning and vacuuming mattresses with Lavenia

3.4 on page 52

Additional accessories Vacuuming surfaces, corners,

joints etc. of furniture

3.6 on page 60

VF200

Fig. 3.1 Kobold VK200 Upright Vacuum

Cleaner and accessory heads

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Operation

3.1 Kobold EB400 Automatic Electric Brush

Are you using your Kobold VK200 Upright Vacuum Cleaner with the Kobold EB400 Automatic Electric Brush? Then this chapter is for you! Here you will learn everything about its basic functions and brush and suction on carpets and hard floors.

The Automatic Electric Brush performs equally well on carpets and hard floors. For especially thorough carpet cleaning, the Automatic Electric Brush has its own motor that drives the integrated roller brush. Figure 3.2 shows the Automatic Electric Brush and its operating elements.

The Automatic Electric Brush with its versatile functionality can be used on most floors.

• However, before using the Automatic Electric Brush, please confirm that the

device is suitable for your floor (Table 1.1 on page 6).

Warning! Risk of electric shock!

• Never drive your Kobold EB400 Automatic Electric Brush over the power cord or other cables on the floor.

Caution! Pinching hazard!

• Stay clear of the moveable parts of the Kobold EB400 Automatic Electric Brush.

Note! Risk of damage from improper use!

• Avoid working with the device in one specific spot for a prolonged period of time.

• Avoid vacuuming loose carpets/fringes.

Fig. 3.2 Automatic Electric Brush EB400

Legend

Pivot

Carpet/hard floor operating display

Inspection flap

Ultrasound sensor

Rear sealing lip

Front sealing lip

Roller brush

Floor plate

Supporting roller

Switching between modes on hard floor (flex/fine)

Type plate

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Operation

3.1.1 Floor cleaning with the Kobold EB400 Automatic Electric Brush

The Kobold EB400 Automatic Electric Brush not only vacuums up dust and dirt, but “combs” through the carpet at the same time with the rotating roller brush. This loosens dirt and cleans the deeper layers of the carpet. Several operating methods are at your disposal for the floor cleaning with the Automatic Electric Brush. The respective operating mode is shown on the display (hard floors

or carpet ).

This chapter tells you how to select which setting for your floor.

Caution! Risk of injury from debris flying out!

• Avoid abruptly placing the device on loose, coarse debris (e.g. glass shards), especially at eye level.

• Switch off the Kobold EB400 Automatic Electric Brush before lifting it up.

Note! Risk of damage from improper use!

• Avoid working with the device in one specific spot for a prolonged period of time.

• Avoid vacuuming loose carpets/fringes.

THE INTELLIGENT FLOOR TYPE DETECTION

The Automatic Electric Brush is equipped with intelligent floor detection. The Automatic Electric Brush detects the floor type to be cleaned via a sensor and automatically adjusts the suction process for the different floor types: Hard floors or carpet. The Automatic Electric Brush with intelligent floor detection starts when you switch on the Upright Vacuum Cleaner with the main switch.

Fig. 3.3 Brush and suction with

intelligent floor detection

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CARPET MODE

If the Automatic Electric Brush detects a carpet the suction nozzle moves down and the brush touches the carpet. The operating display light (Fig. 3.3) is lit continuously.

HARD FLOOR MODE

When the sensor detects hard floors, the supporting roller and the front brush strip with sealing lip are extended while the rear sealing lip swings by 90°. The operating display light (Fig. 3.3) is lit continuously.

MANUALLY SWITCHING BETWEEN HARD FLOOR/CARPET MODE

You can also set the floor mode manually using the function key

on the

handle of the Upright Vacuum Cleaner.

• Select the correct power performance level for your floor according to

“Table 3.1 Settings for the floor types” on page 32.

• Press the function key

on the main switch of the Upright Vacuum Cleaner

to switch between hard floor mode and carpet mode.

The operating display light (Fig. 3.3) flashes when the mode is manually set.

REACTIVATING INTELLIGENT FLOOR DETECTION

When you manually change the operating mode, intelligent floor detection is deactivated.

• Reactivate the automatic function by switching the Upright Vacuum Cleaner

off and back on again.

Fig. 3.4 Manually switching between

hard floor/carpet mode

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SWITCHING FLEX/FINE

- Flex seing: Your Automatic Electric Brush is perfectly pre-set with the ﬂex

seing for everyday vacuuming.

- Fine seing: You can adjust the Automatic Electric Brush speciﬁcally when

vacuuming ﬁne dust from joints and cracks. You will obtain maximum dust collection, for instance from a wooden ﬂoor with lots of joints, with the ﬁne seing.

Caution! Risk of injury due to the rotating brush!

• Always switch off the Kobold VK200 Upright Vacuum Cleaner with the main switch before changing the setting on the bottom of the Kobold EB400 Automatic Electric Brush.

• Switch off the Upright Vacuum Cleaner with the main switch.

The Automatic Electric Brush automatically defaults back to carpet mode.

• Push the slider

on the underside of the device to the position (fine) for

fine dust in joints or the position

(flex) for picking up coarse material on

smooth floors.

We recommend the flex setting for normal work. Only select the fine

setting for floors with large joints or cracks, such as wooden plank floors.

When the Kobold EB400 Automatic Electric Brush is in hard floor mode,

the slider cannot be operated. In this case, switch the Kobold VK200 Upright Vacuum Cleaner off and back on again using the main switch to set the Kobold EB400 Automatic Electric Brush to carpet mode.

Fig. 3.5 Switching flex/fine

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TIPS FOR BRUSH-SUCTION

We generally recommend using the power performance level auto. The other power performance levels are specially intended for specific types of carpet.

Power

performance

level

With normal function for the ﬂoor types:

soft

(50 W)

- Light, loose carpets, Floor mats

- silk carpeting,

- carpets with fringes,

- sensitive deep-pile carpeting

- Deep-pile carpeting,

- very dense velour carpeting

auto or med,

max

- Hard floors

- Stairs

- Sisal floors

Table 3.1 Settings for the floor types

• Use the power performance level max for carpeted floors with excessive

amounts of fine dust.

• Floor detection should always be activated when using the Automatic Electric

Brush.

• Set the correct power performance level according to “Table 3.1 Settings for

the floor types”.

• If you want to brush-suction a delicate floor even more gently, activate hard

floor mode with the function key before even moving onto the surface.

• Switch back to hard floor mode again each time after switching on the

Upright

Vacuum Cleaner, because hard floor mode is deactivated automatically

when the

Upright Vacuum Cleaner is switched off.

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• Move the device evenly back and forth.

For vacuuming under low furniture where there is little ground clearance,

set the Automatic Electric Brush to the power setting and lay the Upright Vacuum Cleaner flat on the floor.

If you set the Kobold VK200 Upright Vacuum Cleaner to the standby

position in between, the rotating brush shuts off automatically.

FOR CARPET OR TEXTILE FLOORING

• Never let the device work in one place for a longer period, otherwise the

carpet may be damaged.

• Keep moving the device back and forth during operation.

• To make sure that the Automatic Electric Brush cleans right up to the edges

of the carpet, vacuum with the side of the Brush parallel to the edge.

The rotating roller brush can also work ‘mechanically’ and comb the

fringes of a rug when used in hard floor mode. Only pull the Kobold EB400 Automatic Electric Brush over the fringes backwards, away from the carpet.

3.1.2 Combination with older vacuum cleaner models

If you use the Kobold EB400 Automatic Electric Brush in combination

with the Kobold VK150 Upright Vacuum Cleaner or older models, the manual switch operation and the suction regulation is disabled (Level auto).

Fig. 3.6 Parallel carpet edge vacuuming

Fig. 3.7 Only vacuum fringes backwards

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3.2 Kobold VF200 Carpet Freshener

Use the Kobold VF200 Carpet Freshener to professionally clean your carpet. This chapter tells you how.

• Before you start with the Carpet Freshener, brush-suction the carpet as usual

with the Automatic Electric Brush (see chapter “3.1.1 Floor cleaning with the Kobold EB400 Automatic Electric Brush” on page 29).

• The take the Automatic Electric Brush off the Upright Vacuum Cleaner

(see chapter “2.4 Removing and replacing the accessory head” on page 17).

• Now attach the Carpet Freshener to the Upright Vacuum Cleaner

(see chapter “2.4 Removing and replacing the accessory head” on page 17).

3.2.1 Carpet cleaning with the Kobold VF200 Carpet Freshener

Warning! Risk of electric shock!

• Never drive your Kobold VF200 Carpet Freshener over the power cord or other cables on the floor.

Depending on the amount of use, we recommend cleaning carpets every

1 - 4 months.

If possible: Remove all moveable furniture before you begin cleaning.

Legend

Dosage container cover

Pivot Foot switch (activate/deactivate

Kobosan dosage) Kobold VF200 Carpet Freshener

Side dosage wheel

Dosage roller

Dosage container

Brush cover

Roller brush

VF200

Fig. 3.8 Kobold VF200 Carpet Freshener

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We recommend Kobosan active for cleaning carpets and rugs. It contains

what is known as the anti-soil formula. Thanks to this formula, your carpets do not absorb dry dirt as quickly and stay clean longer. Kobosan active has been certiﬁed as “Suitable for Allergic People” by TÜV NORD.

One bag of Kobosan active is enough for 3.5 - 7 square metres of carpet,

depending on the degree of soiling.

Kobosan active can be purchased from the Mail Order Hotline (see chapter

“8 Services” on page 99).

Kobosan active can also be obtained from our online shop

at .vorwerk.co.uk

Warning! Risk of electric shock!

• Never use the Kobold VF200 Carpet Freshener in combination with liquid, foam or moist cleaning agents.

• Only use dry cleaning powders such as Kobosan active.

• Always switch the device off and disconnect the mains plug before all retrofitting, cleaning and maintenance work.

• Never pull the mains plug from the socket by the power cord, only by the plug.

Fig. 3.9 Kobosan active

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Note! Risk of damage from improper use!

• Prior to application, check an unobtrusive location of the carpet for colour fastness with Kobosan active.

• Do use the Kobold VF200 Carpet Freshener on rug fringes since they could be damaged.

• Do not use the Carpet Freshener the following floors:

- Carpets with a pile height greater than 1.5 cm

- Needle felt and similar flooring

- Coco or sisal flooring

• Please note that a larger amount of wool abrasion can occur with wool carpets or Berber-style pile carpeting.

FILLING THE DOSAGE CONTAINER

The removable dosage container is installed inside the Carpet Freshener.

• Insert the dosage container

into the Carpet Freshener . Make sure that

dosage is deactivated first (switch

is up).

• Open the cover

of the dosage container by pushing it forward slightly

and then lifting it up.

• Add the desired amount of Kobosan active (maximum 500 g) evenly to the

dosage container

• Close the dosage container

(put the cover on and slide it closed).

VF200

Fig. 3.10 Inserting the dosage container

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KOBOSAN ACTIVE DOSAGE

• Operate Kobosan active dosage with the foot switch

- Switch up: Kobosan active dosage = deactivated

- Switch down: Kobosan active dosage = activated

• Set the Upright Vacuum Cleaner to power performance level auto.

The suction motor starts and drives the brush of the Carpet Freshener. Kobosan active is brushed directly into the carpet.

• Move the Carpet Freshener back and forth in adjacent passes.

• For a normal level of dirt you optimally cover the area of the carpet with

Kobosan cleaning agent by travelling over it once.

• After one pass over the area being cleaned, deactivate the dosage container by

pressing the foot switch

The dosage container does not have to be deactivated if it is empty.

WORK IN KOBOSAN ACTIVE

• Make sure that the dosage container is deactivated

• Then run the Carpet Freshener over the area covered with Kobosan active at

right angles to the previous working direction.

• Depending on the degree of dirt, work in the Kobosan active for up to three

minutes per square metre in all four directions.

• Then open the windows and allow it to dry. Depending on the type of carpet

and room temperature, drying should not take more than 30 minutes.

Fig. 3.11 Kobosan active dosage

activation/deactivation

VF200

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Once Kobosan active has been worked in, you no longer need the Carpet

Freshener. The Carpet Freshener should be cleaned straight aer every use (see chapter “3.2.2 Cleaning the Kobold VF200 Carpet Freshener aer use” on page 39).

REPLACING THE ACCESSORY HEAD

• Make sure that the Upright Vacuum Cleaner is switched off and the mains

plug is disconnected from the socket.

• Take the Carpet Freshener off the Upright Vacuum Cleaner (see chapter

“2.4 Removing and replacing the accessory head” on page 17) and attach the Automatic Electric Brush.

VACUUMING UP KOBOSAN ACTIVE

• Use the Automatic Electric Brush to vacuum the dried Kobosan active off the

carpet.

Any residue remaining in the carpet or rug does no harm. This residue is

vacuumed up over time with daily care.

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3.2.2 Cleaning the Kobold VF200 Carpet Freshener after use

Warning! Risk of electric shock!

• Be sure to take the Kobold VF200 Carpet Freshener off your Kobold VK200 Upright Vacuum Cleaner before cleaning.

Note! Risk of damage to the device due to improper cleaning!

• Never use cleaning agents, solvents or alcohol to clean the Kobold VF200 Carpet Freshener.

• Before cleaning, take the Carpet Freshener off the Kobold VK200 Upright Vacuum Cleaner.

• Never clean the entire device under running water since water may remain in the device.

• Do not dry the Carpet Freshener near a radiator or in direct sunlight since the plastic may warp.

The Carpet Freshener should be cleaned immediately aer every use.

CLEANING THE DOSAGE CONTAINER

• Remove any residue of Kobosan active in the from the dosage container, for

example with the Flexo Nozzle on the Electric Suction Hose.

• If it is very dirty, clean the dosage container under running cold or lukewarm

water.

• In order to do so, take the dosage container out of the Carpet Freshener

• Remove the cover

VF200

Fig. 3.12 Removing the dosage container

for cleaning

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The dosage container can only be removed aer dosage is deactivated (see

“Fig. 3.10 Inserting the dosage container” on page 36).

• Remove the dosage roller from the container. However, this is only neces-

sary if it is very dirty (see chapter “4 Maintenance” on page 68).

• Dry the dosage container and cover.

CLEANING THE BRUSH

• Open the brush cover

on the underside of the device by pressing from the

side

• Take out the brush

and hold it on the side with the pin.

• Rinse out the brush under running cold or lukewarm water straight after

every use. Make sure that the pin does not come into contact with water.

• Shake excess water off the brush.

• After it has dried, reinstall the brush in the Carpet Freshener (set onto the pin

and swing in) and close the brush cover on the device.

REMOVING OLD STAINS

Note! Risk of damage from improper use!

• Prior to application, check an unobtrusive location of the carpet for colour fastness with Kobotex.

Old stains may become visible or be more apparent than before on the carpet after cleaning. They can almost always be removed with Kobotex.

• Remove the stains with Kobotex

according to the instructions on the bottle.

VF200

Fig. 3.13 Removing the roller brush from

the Carpet Freshener

Fig. 3.14 Using Kobotex

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3.3 Kobold SP530 DuoClean

The Kobold SP530 DuoClean enables vacuum cleaning and wet cleaning of hard floors in only one step – with significant savings in time and effort. Additionally, the DuoClean offers possibility of buffing/cleaning with a dry cloth.

The DuoClean cleans hard floors particularly efficiently. For a particularly thorough cleaning, the DuoClean has its own motor which drives the cloth holder and cleaning cloth. Figure 3.15 shows the DuoClean and its operating elements.

The DuoClean can be used on almost all hard floor types.

• Nevertheless, before using the DuoClean, make sure the device is suited for your

floor (“Table 1.1 Suitability of the accessory heads for floors” on page 6).

Warning! Risk of electric shock!

• Never drive your Kobold SP530 DuoClean over the power cord or other cables on the floor.

• Do not vacuum liquids.

Caution! Risk of injury from moving parts!

• Keep away from the moving parts of the Kobold SP530 DuoClean.

Fig. 3.15 Kobold SP530 DuoClean

Legend

Pivot

Secondary air flap

Holding magnet

Side cover

LED displays

Cloth holder with cloth

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3.3.1 Accessories for the Kobold SP530 DuoClean

KOBOCLEAN

The concentrated cleaning agent Koboclean is suitable for cleaning various types of sealed hard floors. Thanks to its high cleaning power, even stubborn dirt can be removed reliably. Koboclean satisfies all requirements rearding environmental compatibility and biodegradability. The cleaning agent is available as Koboclean Parquet which has been specially developed for cleaning wood surfaces (cork, parquet floors and laminate) and also as Koboclean Universal for cleaning all other wet wipeable surfaces (e.g. tiles, PVC). The concentrated cleaning agent Koboclean must be diluted before being used. It must not be applied undiluted.

KOBOLD MF530 CLEANING CLOTH

The cleaning cloths have been specially developed for the DuoClean. The cleaning cloth is available in the following four types:

- Kobold MF530 Universal So cleaning cloth, especially well suited for appli-

cation to open-pore ﬂoors (terracoa, granite, slate).

- Kobold MF530 Parquet cleaning cloth for wet-cleaning wooden ﬂoors (cork,

parquet, laminate).

- Kobold MF530 Universal cleaning cloth for all other wet-wipeable surfaces

(e.g. tiles, PVC, also suitable for rougher surfaces).

- Kobold MF530 Dry cleaning cloth for dry cleaning hard ﬂoors (see “Table

3.2 Suitability of the cleaning cloths” on page 43).

The Parquet, Dry and Universal So cleaning cloths are not included in

the delivery of the basic set.

Fig. 3.16 Koboclean

Fig. 3.17 Cleaning cloth

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SUITABILITY OF THE KOBOLD MF530 CLEANING CLOTHS FOR DIVERSE HARD FLOOR TYPES

Hard ﬂoor type Kobold MF

Universal

Kobold MF

Universal Soft

Kobold MF Dry

Kobold MF

Parquet

Moistening (ml) 100 80 – 60-80*

• Sealed wooden floors/cork (e.g. parquet, f loorboards) + +

++ ++

• Oiled or waxed wooden floors/cork (e.g. parquet, floorboards)

+ +

++ ++

• Unsealed wooden flooring/cork – – + -

• Laminate + ++ ++ ++

• Stone f loors (e.g. marble, granite, Jura limestone, artificial stone)

++ ++

++ –

• Open-pored natural stone (e.g. Solnhofer stone, slate, clinker plates)

+ ++

++ –

• Clay floors (e.g. terracotta, clinker, brick clay tiles) + ++

++ –

• Ceramic tiles, glazed ++ +

++ –

• Elastic floors ++ ++ ++ –

• Rough concrete plates – – – –

* Follow the cleaning and care information issued by the manufac turer.

) Cloths contain microfibre; follow the cleaning and care information issued by the manufactu rer.

) On rough floors, an increased deg ree of wear is possible.

Table 3.2 Suitability of the cleaning cloths

++ excellent suitability

+ good suitability

– not suitable

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3.3.2 Switching the Kobold SP530 DuoClean on/off

Warning! Risk of electric shock!

• Do not vacuum liquids.

Caution! Risk of injury from moving parts!

• Keep away from the moving parts of the Kobold SP530 DuoClean.

Note! Risk of damage from improper use!

• Before switching on the device, make sure that there are no small stones, granulates such as cat litter or other pointed or sharp-edged objects under the cleaning cloth.

• Never work on the same spot for more than 10 seconds.

• Never leave the device standing on the floor with a wet cloth for a longer period of time (more than 30 seconds). Otherwise, delicate floors may be damaged.

• Never use the DuoClean without a cleaning cloth.

• Never leave the DuoClean with damp cleaning cloth standing on floors which are particularly sensitive to moisture.

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SWITCHING ON

To switch on the DuoClean, the Upright Vacuum Cleaner must be switched on first:

• Switch the vacuum cleaner to the power performance level auto.

The LED display marked with “ON”

on the DuoClean will light up green, and

the DuoClean will be ready to operate.

• Set the Upright Vacuum Cleaner to the power setting.

• Now, close the secondary air flap

on the DuoClean.

The DuoClean will start when the flap has been closed.

SWITCHING OFF THE DEVICE

To switch off the Kobold SP530 DuoClean, the Upright Vacuum Cleaner has to be switched off:

• Switch off the Upright Vacuum Cleaner.

The secondary air flap

will open automatically. The secondary air flap will remain open when the Upright Vacuum Cleaner is switched off.

If you want to put down the DuoClean for a short period of time only (less than 30 seconds), it is sufficient to put the Upright Vacuum Cleaner in the standby position.

• Put the Upright Vacuum Cleaner in the standby position (see chapter

“2.5 Standby position and power setting” on page 18) and leave the Upright Vacuum Cleaner switched on.

The DuoClean will switch off automatically.

• Set the Upright Vacuum Cleaner back to the power setting.

The DuoClean will be switched on automatically.

Fig. 3.18 Switching on the DuoClean

Fig. 3.19 Switching off the DuoClean

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Note! Risk of damage from improper use!

• Never use the Kobold SP530 DuoClean without the cleaning cloth.

• When working with the Kobold SP530 DuoClean, never use acid cleaning agents (e.g. vinegar-based cleaner) or highly alkaline cleaning agents (e.g. chlorine bleaching).

Note!

• Please also refer to the care instructions issued by the floor manufacturer.

REMOVING THE CLOTH HOLDER SP530 FROM THE DEVICE

Warning! Risk of electric shock!

• For your own safety, switch off the Kobold VK200 Upright Vacuum Cleaner with the main switch each time that the cleaning cloth is replaced and also pull the mains plug.

In order to be able to fix the cleaning cloth on the cloth holder, the cloth holder must be removed from the device first.

• Put the Upright Vacuum Cleaner in the standby position.

• Hold the Upright Vacuum Cleaner by the handle grip and tilt it towards the

left-hand side (A).

• Fold the side cover

upwards in order to open it (B).

• Pull the cloth holder

diagonally downwards from the device by the green

handle grip

to unlock it (C).

The cloth holder can now be easily pulled from the device (D).

Fig. 3.20 Removing the cloth holder from

the device

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MOISTENING THE KOBOLD MF530 CLEANING CLOTH

Note! Material damage can occur when used on unsuitable floors!

• For sensitive floors, such as floors which are not permanently sealed (oiled cork, oiled parquet, coated, oiled stoneware), it is recommendable to test the device at a hidden spot first in order to prevent damage to the floor.

• Please also refer to the cleaning and care information issued by the floor manufacturer.

Note! Material damage can occur from standing moisture!

• In the case of floors which are extremely sensitive to moisture, clean the floors with a dry Kobold MF530 Parquet cleaning cloth and the Kobold VK200 Upright Vacuum Cleaner at full power.

• You should also clean the floor with a dry Kobold MF530 cleaning cloth and the Kobold VK200 Upright Vacuum Cleaner at full power if the floor is too moist, e.g. because you have used an incorrect quantity of water.

For optimised cleaning performance, we recommend washing the cleaning

cloths before their ﬁrst use.

Due to the special cleaning performance of the DuoClean

, it is possible that, when using the device for the ﬁrst time, ﬂoors will have to be cleaned several times in order to remove engrained dirt. Aerwards, the DuoClean will deliver a convin cing cleaning performance aer each application.

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For wet cleaning, the cleaning cloth should be moistened before use. The SP530 Dosing Bottle is specially designed for simple, fast and hygienic moistening of cloths enabling an exact application of the water quantity and the concentrated cleaning agent Koboclean.

MOISTENING THE CLEANING CLOTH

For processed wood surfaces (e.g. oiled/waxed cork, parquet, laminate), please use the Parquet cleaning cloth and Koboclean Parquet. For all other floors suited for wet cleaning (e.g. tiles, PVC), please use the Universal or Universal Soft cleaning cloth and Koboclean Universal.

• Open the Dosing Bottle SP530

• Take the lower part of the Dosing Bottle and hold it diagonally so that the 5 ml

mark is the lowest point.

• Add 5 ml of the concentrated cleaning agent Koboclean

(up to the 5 ml

mark).

• Fill the Dosing Bottle with water up to the “max” mark and close it.

• Pump the desired amount of liquid into the dosing section (60–80 ml for

Koboclean Parquet or 100 ml for Koboclean Universal) by squeezing the bottle (A).

• Distribute the cleaning fluid from the dosing section evenly over the back of

the cleaning cloth

by squeezing again (B).

During the cleaning process, the cleaning cloth will equally dispense the moisture required to the floor.

Never moisten the front/cleaning side of the cleaning cloth!

max.

5 ml

500 ml

Fig. 3.21 Filling the dosing bottle

max.

Fig. 3.22 Moistening the cleaning cloth

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FIXING THE KOBOLD MF530 CLEANING CLOTH ONTO THE CLOTH HOLDER

Note! Risk of damage from improper use!

• When attaching the cleaning cloth on the cloth holder, always ensure that the cloth is fastened evenly. The cloth must not be at an excessive angle relative to the cloth holder.

• To attach the cleaning cloth to the cloth holder, slide the ‘feet’ of cloth holder

into the fabric pockets of the cleaning cloth (A) first.

• Then, put the Velcro tab

of the cleaning cloth over the green handle grip of the cloth holder and and secure it onto the Velcro strip provided at the handle grip (B).

INSERTING THE CLOTH HOLDER INTO THE DEVICE

Warning! Risk of electric shock!

• For your own safety, switch off the Kobold VK200 Upright Vacuum Cleaner on the handle grip each time that the cleaning cloth is replaced and also disconnect the mains plug.

Note! Risk of damage from improper use!

• Avoid forced insertion and extraction of the cloth holder.

Fig. 3.23 Fixing the cleaning cloth on the

cloth holder

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• Hold the Upright Vacuum Cleaner by the handle grip and tilt it towards the

left-hand side.

• Hold the cloth holder by the green grip

and, while the side cover is open,

slide it

into the device until it has reached the end position (A).

• Fix the cloth holder into the correct position by pulling the handle grip

upwards until it clicks into place.

• Now, close the side cover by folding it downwards, and ensure that the cover

‘clicks’ shut (B).

CLEANING WITH THE KOBOLD SP530 DUOCLEAN

Caution! Risk of injury from debris flying out!

• Avoid moving the Kobold SP530 DuoClean laterally towards loose coarse particles (e.g. glass splinters).

• Do not clean at eye level while using the Kobold SP530 DuoClean (e.g. on stairs or platforms).

• Switch off the Kobold SP530 DuoClean before lifting it.

Note! Risk of damage from improper use!

• If the device hooks into objects or gets jammed, the Kobold VK200 Upright Vacuum Cleaner should be switched off immediately in order to prevent damage.

In combination with the DuoClean, we recommend always operating the device with the power set to performance level auto.

• Move the DuoClean in regular paths.

• Ensure that the DuoClean is constantly in motion.

Fig. 3.24 Inserting the cloth holder into

the device

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REPLACING THE KOBOLD MF530 CLEANING CLOTH

Note! Risk of damage from improper use!

• Never leave a wet cleaning cloth in the Kobold SP530 DuoClean when storing it.

• If the cleaning cloth is too dry or too dirty, remove it from the DuoClean and

insert a new cleaning cloth.

The service life of a cleaning cloth depends on how dirty the ﬂoor is and

on the ﬂoor type.

• Wash dirty cleaning cloths in the washing machine at 60 °C without fabric

softener.

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3.4 Kobold PB440 Electric Upholstery Brush and

Mattress Cleaning Set MP440/MR440

The Kobold PB440 Electric Upholstery Brush removes dust from your upholstered furniture in no time. Furthermore, it cleans upholstery faster than any other device because it brushes and vacuums it at the same time. With the Mattress Cleaning Set MP440/MR440, attached to your Electric Upholstery Brush, you can professionally clean your mattresses as well. This chapter explains how to operate the Electric Upholstery Brush.

3.4.1 Cleaning upholstery with the Kobold PB440 Electric

Upholstery Brush

CONNECTING THE KOBOLD PB440 ELECTRIC UPHOLSTERY BRUSH

• Connect the Electric Suction Hose to the Upright Vacuum Cleaner (see chapter

“3.5 Kobold ESS200 Electric Suction Hose” on page 59).

• Connect the Electric Upholstery Brush to the Electric Suction Hose.

• To do this, slide the handle of the Electric Suction Hose into the attachment

socket

of the Electric Upholstery Brush.

Caution! Pinching hazard!

• Do not vacuum any body parts. Do not vacuum near children or pets.

• Do not vacuum your hair with the PB440 Electric Upholstery Brush.

• Do not operate the Kobold PB440Electric Upholstery Brush without the suction nozzle or Mattress Cleaning Set.

Caution! Risk of injury from debris flying out!

• Avoid abruptly placing the device on loose, coarse debris (e.g. glass shards), especially at eye level.

Fig. 3.25 Kobold PB440 Electric

Upholstery Brush

Legend

Attachment socket

Recessed grips

Suction nozzle Suction nozzle opening for

crevices Slider to direct the suction

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• Switch on the Upright Vacuum Cleaner.

The Electric Upholstery Brush is automatically switched on as well.

REGULATING THE SUCTION FORCE

• Regulate the suction force as usual on the Upright Vacuum Cleaner.

• Select power performance level med on your Upright Vacuum Cleaner in

normal use.

• Select power performance level soft on your Upright Vacuum Cleaner when

dealing with loose and/or sensitive material.

VACUUMING SURFACES

• Move the green slide

into the position “Vacuum surface” .

• During the cleaning process, place the suction openings of the Handheld

Upholstery Brush completely on the upholstery.

• Move the device over the upholstery easily and without applying pressure.

VACUUMING JOINTS

• Move the green slide into the position “Vacuum Crevice”

• To vacuum particles in areas that are difficult to reach, such as crevices.

grooves or similar areas, use maximum suction force - power level auto.

Fig. 3.26 Suction function switching

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3.4.2 Cleaning mattresses with the Kobold PB440

Electric Upholstery Brush and the Mattress Cleaning Set MP440/MR440

To clean mattresses, use your Kobold PB440 Electric Upholstery Brush with the Mattress Freshener MP440

and the Mattress Vacuumer MR440 instead of the normal suction nozzle. For regular vacuum cleaning of mattresses, the MR440 mattress cleaning set is recommended.

We recommend Lavenia for cleaning mattresses. Lavenia not only easily

removes dust, but also bacteria, mite faeces and mould spores to a large extent. Lavenia received the TÜV NORD certificate “Suitable for Allergic People”.

Lavenia is not suitable for stain removal. Please use Kobotex for this

purpose. Observe the leaflets included with Lavenia and Kobotex.

Lavenia can be used with all mattresses with textile and solid surfaces.

One bag of Lavenia is enough for a thorough cleaning of a single mattress.

Use 2 bags for a double mattress.

Lavenia can be purchased from the Mail Order department. (see chapter

“8 Services” on page 99).

Fig. 3.27 Electric Upholstery Brush,

Mattress Freshener and Mattress Vacuumer

Fig. 3.28 Lavenia with TUV seal of

approval

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Lavenia can also be obtained through an online shop

at www.vorwerk.co.uk

Note! Risk of damage as a result of incompatible

cleaning agents!

• Test the colour fastness of the mattress against Lavenia at an inconspicuous spot before application.

Note! Risk of damage from improper use!

• Avoid working with the device in one specific spot for a prolonged period of time (max. 5 seconds).

• Do not vacuum mattresses with the suction nozzle of the Electric Upholstery Brush. Only use the Mattress Vacuumer MR440 to avoid damage to mattresses.

• Use Lavenia, the Mattress Freshener MP440 and the Mattress Vacuumer MR440 only on mattresses. The Mattress Cleaning Set is not suitable for use on other upholstery fabrics or furniture, and may damage sensitive materials.

• Use the Mattress Freshener MP440 with the corresponding nubbed disc exclusively for mattress cleaning.

REMOVING THE KOBOLD PB440 ELECTRIC UPHOLSTERY BRUSH SUCTION NOZZLE

• Pull the suction nozzle

down and off the Electric Upholstery Brush by the

gripping grooves

Fig. 3.29 Removing the suction nozzle

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CLEANING MATTRESSES

• Attach it with the two lugs

to the Electric Upholstery Brush and lock the

Mattress Vacuumer with one swivel motion

upwards towards the Electric

Upholstery Brush.

• Switch the Upright Vacuum Cleaner to suction level auto.

To do this the slide switch of the Electric Upholstery Brush must be in the flat position.

• Lay the Electric Upholstery Brush flat with Mattress Vacuumer and with the

underside on the mattress.

The rubber vibrating bars begin to audibly vibrate.

• Vacuum the mattress with the Mattress Vacuumer.

• Switch the Upright Vacuum Cleaner back off.

• Spread the contents of a bag of Lavenia cleaning agent (120 g) evenly over the

mattress.

• Swap the Mattress Vacuumer for the Mattress Freshener. To do so push

the green sliding button

outwards, to release the lock, and place the Mattress Dry Cleaning set with the lugs on the Electric Upholstery Brush and latch the Mattress Freshener with one swivel motion

upwards onto the

Electric Upholstery Brush.

• Switch the Electric Upholstery Brush to suction level auto.

The nubbed disk starts to rotate.

When using the Kobold PB440 Electric Upholstery Brush with the Maress

Freshener MP440, the suction function of the Kobold VK200 Upright Vacuum Cleaner is switched oﬀ automatically. While you are working in Lavenia, only the motor of the Kobold PB440 Electric Upholstery Brush runs to drive the nubbed disc of the Maress Dry Cleaning set MP440. When older Electric Upholstery Brush models are used, the Kobold VK200 Upright Vacuum Cleaner continues running. In this case we recommend the power performance level soft.

Fig. 3.30 Mattress Vacuumer MR440 and

Mattress Freshener MP440

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• Lay the Mattress Freshener MP440 with the nubbed disc flat onto the

mattress, without a lot of pressure, in order to evenly distribute Lavenia over the entire surface.

Note! Risk of damage from improper use!

• Do not press the Kobold PB440 Electric Upholstery Brush with the Mattress Freshener MP440 firmly onto the mattress with both hands. Doing so could cause damage to your Mattress Cleaning Set and mattress.

• Work in Lavenia with the Mattress Freshener for 2-3 minutes on an area of

about 1 x 2 metres.

• Allow the powder to dry for about 30 minutes. Ensure good ventilation.

• Then exchange the Mattress Freshener for the Mattress Vacuumer.

Proceed as described above for exchanging accessory heads.

• Switch on the Upright Vacuum Cleaner with power performance level auto.

The sliding switch on the Electric Upholstery Brush has to be in the surface cleaning position

• Place the bottom of the Electric Upholstery Brush with Mattress Vacuumer

flat onto the mattress.

The rubber beater bars start to vibrate audibly.

•

Vacuum up Lavenia with the Electric Upholstery Brush and Mattress Vacuumer.

Fig. 3.31 Evenly distributing Lavenia and

working it in

Fig. 3.32 Vacuuming up Lavenia

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CLEANING THE MATTRESS FRESHENER MP440 AND MATTRESS VACUUMER MR440 AFTER USE

• After each use, check the Mattress Cleaning Set for residues of dirt.

• Vacuum away any Lavenia residue or wet clean the device if it is very dirty.

For instructions see chapter”4.5 Kobold PB440 Electric Upholstery Brush and Mattress Cleaning Set MP440/MR440” on page 80.

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3.5 Kobold ESS200 Electric Suction Hose

The Kobold ESS200 Electric Suction Hose can be used in a number of ways in connection with the Kobold VK200 Upright Vacuum Cleaner.

ATTACHING THE KOBOLD ESS200 ELECTRIC SUCTION HOSE

• Insert the port

of the Electric Suction Hose into the attachment socket of

the Upright Vacuum Cleaner.

The handle of the Electric Suction Hose can be connected to the Flexo

Nozzle, the Variable Nozzle, the So Nozzle or the accessory heads (e.g. the Electric Upholstery Brush).

Using the Electric Upholstery Brush with the Electric Suction Hose is espe-

cially convenient as the Electric Upholstery Brush can be guided very well and used in a more precise way.

Fig. 3.33 Electric Suction Hose

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3.6 Additional accessories

By using the accessory set, you have a suitable solution for every task. This chapter provides an overview of the various nozzles and their applications. You can connect the accessories directly to the Kobold ESS200 Electric Suction Hose or to the Kobold TR15 Telescopic Tube.

3.6.1 Kobold TR15 Telescopic Tube

The Kobold TR15 Telescopic Tube makes it possible to work in areas that are high up in the room. You can easily vacuum spider webs, dust in corners or dusty curtain rods without having to use a ladder or step stool.

Caution! Risk of injury from unlocked tube!

• Make sure to lock the handle before using the Kobold TR15 Telescopic Tube.

Used with the Flexo Nozzle, you can easily, conveniently and safely clean

curtains or tapestry way up under the ceiling.

Thanks to the So Nozzle, you can now easily remove dust from ceiling

lamps and chandeliers.

CONNECTING THE KOBOLD TR15 TELESCOPIC TUBE

To use the Telescopic Tube, the Electric Suction Hose must be connected to the Kobold VK200 Upright Vacuum Cleaner.

• Insert the adaptor

of the Telescopic Tube into the handle of the Electric

Suction Hose.

Fig. 3.34 Extending Telescopic Tube

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ADJUSTING THE LENGTH AND LOCKING

• Turn the handle grip

in the direction marked “open” (identifiable through

the symbol

) and adjust the Telescopic Tube to the desired length.

• Turn the handle grip

in the direction marked “close” to lock the Telescopic

Tube at this length.

Fig. 3.35 Adjusting the length

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3.6.2 Kobold VD15 Variable Nozzle

The Kobold VD15 Variable Nozzle is extremely versatile. It has two attachments that can be used for different tasks.

• Attach the socket

of the Variable Nozzle to the Electric Suction Hose.

The Variable Nozzle is provided with a joint

so that you are able to vacuum at

an angle of 90 degrees. The extendable and flexible tip

allows you to reach even those corners and spots that are hard to reach or very narrow. In addition, you can provide the tip with one of the attachments,

either with the Drilling

Dust Attachment or with the Bristle Brush.

ADJUSTING THE LENGTH

• Pull out the tip

• To slide the extension back in again, push the spring button

and then slide

the tip back.

Fig. 3.36 Variable Nozzle

Legend

Socket

Pivot

Tip (extendable)

Spring button

Fig. 3.37 Adjusting the length

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Operation

DRILLING DUST ATTACHMENT

The Drilling Dust Attachment allows you to collect drilling dust. You can drill a hole into the wall without having to worry about dust polluting your home.

• Connect the Drilling Dust Attachment to the tip of the Kobold VD15 Variable

Nozzle.

• Switch on the Kobold VK200 Upright Vacuum Cleaner.

• Place the Drilling Dust Attachment with the back seal against the wall.

Due to the suction force of the Upright Vacuum Cleaner, the Drilling Dust Attachment will adhere to the wall by itself, provided it is completely even. This way you can freely use your hands to drill the hole.

Remove the Drilling Dust Attachment from the wall before switching off

the Upright Vacuum Cleaner.

BRISTLE BRUSH

The Bristle Brush enables your Variable Nozzle to access even the smallest spaces and the tightest places. It is perfectly suited for vacuuming skirting boards and spaces between furniture and shelves.

• To do this, connect the Bristle Brush to the tip of your Variable Nozzle.

Fig. 3.38 Drilling Dust Attachment

Fig. 3.39 Bristle Brush

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3.6.3 Kobold SD15 Soft Nozzle

The Kobold SD15 Soft Nozzle can either be used for vacuuming loose dust quickly and in a gentle manner, or to remove stubborn dirt. You can vary the bristle ring length and thereby adjust it to the type of surface.

The Soft Nozzle is especially well-suited to vacuum uneven surfaces such as keyboards, bookshelves, lampshades and all types of furniture surfaces.

• Connect the Soft Nozzle to the Kobold ESS200 Electric Suction Hose.

• By using the slider

you can adjust the bristle length.

• In the case of light dust or sensitive objects, increase the bristle length. To do

this, move the slider

forward.

• Decrease the bristle length by pulling the slider

back if you wish to work on

stubborn dirt and non-sensitive surfaces.

Fig. 3.40 Soft Nozzle

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3.6.4 Kobold FD15 Flexo Nozzle

The Kobold FD15 Flexo Nozzle is a multi-purpose accessory that can be used on different surfaces. In order to do this you can adjust the nozzle for the different areas of application:

Nozzle setting for vacuuming

Flexo Nozzle – complete - Furniture surfaces

- Stairs

- Wa lls, doors Flexo Nozzle – top part - Upholstery, fabrics, car seats Flexo Nozzle – folded - Joints, corners

- Between upholstery Cleaning plate without bristle plate - Curtains, wall fabrics

KOBOLD FD15 FLEXO NOZZLE – COMPLETE

You can use the completely assembled Flexo Nozzle to vacuum furniture surfaces, stairs, walls or doors.

Fig. 3.41 Flexo Nozzle

Legend

Cleaning Plate

Slider

Flexo Nozzle top part

Release lever

Bristle plate

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For more functions, only use individual parts of the Flexo Nozzle depending on the intended use:

KOBOLD FD15 FLEXO NOZZLE – TOP PART

You would like to vacuum dust, threads and hair from upholstery, fabrics or the inside of your car? Then remove the cleaning plate from the Flexo Nozzle.

• To do this, push the release lever

on the back of the attachment down.

• Slide the top part

of the Flexo Nozzle upwards and out.

• Connect the Flexo Nozzle to the Kobold ESS200 Electric Suction Hose.

KOBOLD FD15 FLEXO NOZZLE – FOLDED

You would like to vacuum dust from joints, corners or between upholstery? Remove the cleaning plate from the Flexo Nozzle.

• To do this, push the release lever

on the back of the attachment down.

• Slide the top part

of the Flexo Nozzle upwards and out.

• Move the slider

down so the wings of the Flexo Nozzle fold in.

• Connect the Flexo Nozzle to the Electric Suction Hose.

Fig. 3.42 Flexo Nozzle top part

Fig. 3.43 Flexo Nozzle, folding in

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CLEANING PLATE

You would like to clean larger areas such as furniture surfaces or stairs, walls and doors? Then use the cleaning plate of the Flexo Nozzle.

• Mount the cleaning plate

on the top part of the Flexo Nozzle.

• Make sure all parts are correctly fitted.

• Connect the Flexo Nozzle to the Electric Suction Hose.

• To clean curtains or textile wall coverings, remove the bristle plate

• To remove the bristle plate

, push up the bracket on the back of the attach-

ment and remove the white bristle plate with a quick pull.

Fig. 3.44 Cleaning plate

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Maintenance

4 MAINTENANCE

Maintain your Kobold VK200 Upright Vacuum Cleaner regularly, so it can give you maximum performance and ease of use at all times. In the following chapter you will learn how to maintain the different devices and accessory heads and how to exchange parts.

Device/accessories Step Time/frequency

Kobold VK200 Upright Vacuum Cleaner

Exchange the 3in1 Premium Filterbag FP200

When suction power display is entirely yellow

Cleaning the motor protection filter

If dirty

Exchange the motor protection filter

If very dirty

Cleaning the filter unit If dirty

Kobold EB400 Deep Cleaning Carpet Head

Checking and cleaning Once a month Exchange brushes If worn

Kobold VF200 Carpet Freshener

Check and clean After each use Exchange brushes If worn

Kobold SP530 DuoClean

Checking and cleaning the sealing lip frame

If required

Checking the suction channel

If required

Kobold PB440 Electric Upholstery Brush

Vac uum If dirty

Mattress Cleaning Set MP/MR440

Vacuum, wet cleaning with cloth if very dirty

After each use, only if very dirty

Additional accessories

Clean If dirty

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4.1 Spare parts and consumable materials

You have purchased a quality product from Vorwerk. To keep you as satisfied in the future with your Vorwerk device as you were the first day, we recommend you take advantage of our reorder options for original care products and original consumables in time. Reordering is quick and easy:

From our Mail Order Hotline (see chapter “8 Services” on page 99).

At our online shop at .vorwerk.co.uk

ORIGINAL QUALITY

Fig. 4.1 The Original Quality Logo

identifies tested quality!

VK200

Fig. 4.2 Consumable materials for reordering, from left to right: Kobotex, Koboclean, Lavenia, Kobosan active, Dovina fragrance chip,

3in1 Premium Filterbags, cleaning cloths and motor protection filter

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4.2 Maintaining Kobold VK200 Upright Vacuum Cleaner

Warning! Risk of electric shock!

• Always switch the device off before all retrofitting, cleaning and maintenance work and disconnect the mains plug from the socket.

4.2.1 Exchange Kobold FP200 3in1 Premium Filterbag

Caution! Loss of suitability for allergy sufferers!

• Use original Kobold filters and filterbags only.

• Do not reuse spent filterbags.

Note! Risk of damage from improper use!

Dampness in the filter area can damage the device.

• Should the filter area be damp, make sure to dry it before using the device any further.

• Exchange the 3in1 Premium Filterbag FP200 and the Kobold VK200 motor protection filter.

Vorwerk Premium ﬁlter bags can be purchased from the Mail Order

Hotline (see chapter “8 Services” on page 99).

Vorwerk Premium ﬁlter bags can also be obtained at our online shop

at .vorwerk.co.uk

The following performance data have been veriﬁed by TÜV NORD:

Dust capacity

Fine dust reduction

Bacteria and mould retention

Hygienic ﬁlter bag replacement

Hygienic ﬁlter bag disposal

Odour reduction

TÜV NORD Systems

GmbH & Co. KG

certiﬁed

Premium

Filter Bag FP200

SEPT-2053/15

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Maintenance

OPENING THE FILTER UNIT

• Pull the switch

down to open the filter cover .

REMOVING THE FULL OR DAMAGED 3IN1 PREMIUM FILTERBAG

• Remove the 3in1 Premium Filterbag and dispose of it in household waste.

INSERTING A NEW 3IN1 PREMIUM FILTERBAG

Note! Risk of damage from improper use!

• Avoid inserting the 3in1 Premium Filterbag forcefully.

• Insert a new, wrapped 3in1 Premium Filterbag

into the filter unit of

your Kobold VK200 Upright Vacuum Cleaner.

• Do not cut the package bands on the filterbag. The Upright Vacuum Cleaner

does this for you when you close it.

• Make sure that the 3in1 Premium Filterbag is fully inserted under the filter

cover.

CLOSING THE FILTER UNIT

• Push the filter cover of the filter unit shut until the cover lock engages.

Resistance is felt when the cover locks as the cover will cut the package

bands on the filterbag. No resistance will be felt if the cover is subsequently closed again, since the package bands have already been cut.

The cover of the Upright Vacuum Cleaner filter unit will not close, if the

filter bag was not inserted or not inserted correctly.

Fig. 4.3 Opening the filter cover

Fig. 4.4 Inserting the 3in1 Premium

Filterbag

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• If the filter cover can only be closed with difficulty, do not use force. Instead,

ensure that the filterbag has been inserted correctly.

4.2.2 Cleaning and/or exchanging the Kobold VK200 motor

protection ﬁlter

The motor protection filter serves to protect your Upright Vacuum Cleaner from pollution. To ensure a long service life for your Upright Vacuum Cleaner, make sure to perform visual inspections and maintain the motor protection filter regularly. The motor protection filter can be cleaned as many times as necessary. It must only be exchanged if the 3in1 Premium Filterbag has been damaged or if the motor protection filter is extremely dirty or gummed up.

Note! Risk of damage from improper use!

• Use the Upright Vacuum Cleaner only with the motor protection filter inserted.

Fig. 4.5 Opening the filter cover and

removing the filterbag

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REMOVING THE MOTOR PROTECTION FILTER

The motor protection filter

is held in two places in the filter compartment of

the Upright Vacuum Cleaner

and .

• Grasp the flap

and push it down while pulling the flap towards yourself at

the same time.

The locking mechanism disenages and the filter can be removed.

CLEANING THE KOBOLD MOTOR PROTECTION FILTER

Note! Risk of damage from improper use!

• Do not clean the motor protection filter with water or other fluids.

• Vacuum the motor protection filter from both sides.

EXCHANGING THE MOTOR PROTECTION FILTER

• If the motor protection filter has been damaged or is extremely dirty, insert a

new one.

The Motor protection ﬁlter can be purchased from the Mail Order Hotline

(see chapter “8 Services” on page 99).

Motor protection ﬁlters can also be obtained at our online shop

at .vorwerk.co.uk

Fig. 4.6 Removing the motor protection

filter

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INSERTING THE MOTOR PROTECTION FILTER

• Position the motor protection filter

behind the rib .

• Swing the filter up until it engages in the retainer

• Close the filter unit.

Note! Risk of damage from improper use!

• Use the Kobold VK200 Upright Vacuum Cleaner only with the motor protection filter inserted.

4.2.3 Removing the power cord from the Kobold VK200 Upright Vacuum Cleaner

The power cord is designed to remain permanently connected to the device once it has been installed. However, you can remove the power cord if it is damaged and has to be exchanged.

Warning! Risk of electric shock!

• Disconnect the plug from the mains socket before removing the power cord.

• Release the plug from the Upright Vacuum Cleaner.

You can release the plug by pushing it up in the cable channel using the supplied tool

. The tool is included with the replacement power cord.

• Thread the plug through the cable channel

up and out of the handle grip .

• Dispose of the damaged power cord and insert a new, original Vorwerk power

cord as described in chapter “2.2 Mains connection” on page 15.

Fig. 4.7 Inserting the motor protection

filter

Fig. 4.8 Removing the power cord

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4.3 Kobold EB400 Automatic Electric Brush

Warning! Risk of electric shock!

• Always switch the device off before all retrofitting, cleaning and maintenance work and disconnect the mains plug from the socket.

Caution! Pinching hazard!

• Stay clear of the moveable parts of the Kobold EB400 Automatic Electric Brush.

4.3.1 Checking and cleaning

• Check the under side every once in a while to prevent damage to the device

and floor.

• Perform visual inspections from time to time in order to detect defects or very

dirty areas.

• A dirty sensor

can simply be vacuumed. Do not insert any sharp objects

into the sensor shaft.

4.3.2 Taking out the brush to clean or exchange it

REMOVING THE ROLLER BRUSH

• Set the Automatic Electric Brush upside down.

• Unlock the floor plate

by pressing the locks on both sides at the same

time with your hands.

• Take off the floor plate

• First lift the green side of the roller brush

out of the Automatic Electric

Brush and then pull the black side

off the axle.

Fig. 4.9 Removing the roller brush

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CLEANING THE ROLLER BRUSH

Note! Risk of damage to the device due to improper cleaning!

• Never wet clean the roller brush. The roller brush is not dishwasher safe nor waterproof.

• Remove lint, hair and other dirt from the roller brush.

• Hair can be cut with scissors along the slots

• Make sure that the green cap and the metal cup and ball bearing

of the

roller brush underneath the cap are not loosened.

REINSTALLING THE ROLLER BRUSH

• Set the brush

with the black side onto the TORX® cam . The green side is

inserted on the opposite side

• Place the floor plate

under the green sealing lip and swivel it round to

the middle of the device, until both locking bolts

audibly lock.

Note! Risk of damage from improper use!

• If the green cap has been removed, ensure that the small metal bearing ball fits correctly. Otherwise the bearing may be damaged.

Roller brushes can be purchased from the Mail Order Hotline (see chapter

“8 Services” on page 99).

Fig. 4.10 Cleaning the roller brush

Fig. 4.11 Inserting the roller brush

Fig. 4.12 Swivel in floor plate

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Roller brushes can also be obtained at our online shop

at .vorwerk.co.uk

4.4 Kobold SP530 DuoClean

Warning! Risk of electric shock!

• Always switch the device off before all retrofitting, cleaning and maintenance work. Before cleaning and maintenance work, also disconnect the mains plug from the socket.

• Never clean electrical connections with water, wet cleaning agents or the wet cleaning cloths.

• Never pour water over the device. Never rinse it with running water.

Caution! Pinching hazard!

• Keep away from the moving parts of the Kobold SP530 DuoClean.

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4.4.1 Checking and cleaning the sealing lip frame

Check the condition of the sealing lips regularly; if required, remove fluff balls, hairs, etc.

REMOVING THE SEALING LIP FRAME

In order to be able to clean the sealing lips thoroughly, the frames can be removed from the Kobold SP530 DuoClean.

• Set the DuoClean upside down.

• Grip the centre of the sealing lip frame

and pull it off the device.

• If required, clean the sealing lip frame with running water.

MOUNTING THE SEALING LIP FRAME

Before reattaching the sealing lip frames in the device, they must have dried completely. Due to their different enagement hooks, each sealing lip frame only fits at one side of the device. Here, the end-to-end sealing lip of the frame must be directed inwards.

• Put the sealing lip frame

with its engagement hooks in the intended catch

mechanism

on the device, at first at only one side.

• Slightly press the sealing lip frame together so that you are also able to insert

the second side.

Fig. 4.13 Removing the sealing lip frame

Fig. 4.14 Reattaching the sealing lip frame

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4.4.2 Checking the suction channel

Regularly check the suction channel for blockage.

• To remove blockages, remove the suction channel

from the device at the

lower end.

• Remove any objects

blocking the device.

• Reinsert the suction channel until you can feel it latching.

The suction channel has reached its correct position when the bracket

can be

moved freely after having been inserted.

Fig. 4.15 Pulling out the suction channel

Fig. 4.16 Removing objects

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Maintenance

4.5 Kobold PB440 Electric Upholstery Brush and

Mattress Cleaning Set MP440/MR440

Warning! Risk of electric shock!

• Always switch the device off and before all retrofitting, cleaning and maintenance work and disconnect the mains plug from the socket.

• Never clean the Kobold PB440 Electric Upholstery Brush or suction nozzle with water or damp cleaning agents.

KOBOLD PB440 ELECTRIC UPHOLSTERY BRUSH

• Press the release lever and pull the Electric Upholstery Brush from the electric

suction hose by the grip handles

• Detach the suction nozzle by pulling it downwards.

• Brush or wipe the device dry.

• Check the suction nozzle every once in a while to ensure that no threads or

hairs have coiled around the roller brushes.

• If so, remove the suction nozzle.

• Cut the threads or hairs with small scissors.

• When inserting the suction nozzle, place the tips of the nozzle into the intended

openings first.

• Push the suction nozzle at the finger grooves

firmly against the device.

Make sure that you can hear the suction nozzle engage.

Fig. 4.17 Removing the suction nozzle

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CLEANING THE MATTRESS FRESHENER MP440

After the cleaning process, Lavenia residue may be stuck to the nubbed disc which impairs functionality during subsequent use.

• Check the nubbed disc for residual dirt after every mattress cleaning.

• Vacuum up any Lavenia residue with the Electric Suction Hose, Flexo Nozzle

or Soft Nozzle.

The nubbed disc can also be removed for cleaning under running water. Proceed as follows:

The nubbed disc can only be removed if the Maress Freshener is

mounted on the Electric Upholstery Brush.

• Mount the

Maress Freshener

on the Electric Upholstery Brush .

• Turn the nubbed disc to release it (bayonet closure) .

Note the symbol (lock) on the nubbed disc.

• After cleaning and drying the nubbed disc, reinstall it by turning it in the

opposite direction

Fig. 4.18 Nubbed disc

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CLEANING THE MATTRESS VACUUMER MR440

Lavenia may get stuck between the rubber beater bars of the Mattress Vacuumer.

• Vacuum up Lavenia residue with the Electric Suction Hose, Flexo Nozzle or

Soft Nozzle. Never wet clean the entire device.

If it is very dirty, you can remove the beater unit from the Mattress Vacuumer for separate wet cleaning:

• Attach the Mattress Vacuumer to the

Electric Upholstery Brush

(l.).

• Remove the

vibrating bars by first pulling one side and then the other side

of the holders outwards

(II.).

• Clean the vibrating bars under running water

(III.).

4.6 Additional accessories

This chapter applies to the following accessories:

- Kobold VD15 Variable Nozzle

- Kobold FD15 Flexo Nozzle

- Kobold SD15 So Nozzle

• The accessory heads can be rinsed off under running water.

• Allow the accessory heads to dry off before reusing them.

• Clean the bristles of the Soft Nozzle with soap and lukewarm water.

II.

III.

Fig. 4.19 Removing the vibrating bars

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Troubleshooting

5 TROUBLESHOOTING

Warning! Risk of electric shock and injury!

• Never perform repairs on your device yourself. Repairs to electric appliances may only be carried out by your authorised Vorwerk Customer Service Centre.

If your device is not working properly, it may be due to one of the following causes:

Fault Possible causes and rectiﬁcation

The device does not run.

The power cord may not be properly enaged in the Upright Vacuum Cleaner.

• Ensure that the power cord is inserted correctly

(see chapter “2.2 Mains connection” on page 15).

The device doesn’t run and the LEDs flash red.

During initial set up the telescopic handle may not have been mounted correctly and so the electrical connection cannot be made between the power cord and device.

• Pull out the mains plug.

• Extend the handle again up to the stop and allow it to lock into

place,

The device is already in use: Possibly the device has overheated.

• Pull out the mains plug.

• Let the device cool down and try again.

If the fault still continues to occur:

• Contact the Vorwerk customer service (see chapter “8 Services”

on page 99).

KOBOLD VK200

UPRIGHT VACUUM CLEANER

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Troubleshooting

Fault Possible causes and rectiﬁcation

After inserting a new, banded Premium Filterbag and switching on the device, all LED rows do not light up green.

Possibly the bands of the filter bag have not been severed.

• Open the filter cover and check whether the bands have been

cut by the closure of the filter cover. If not, cut the bands by hand and close the cover again.

Filter cover has become detached from the device.

It is possible you have bumped against the opened cover.

Reinsert the cover:

• Set the filter cover onto the hinges of the device.

• Push the filter cover of the filter unit shut until the cover latch

enages. If this is not possible, or if force would be required, check if the filterbag is correctly inserted.

The Upright Vac uum

Cleaner

releases

an un-

pleasant odour.

The 3in1 Premium Filterbag FP200 has lost its ability to retain odours even though it is not full.

• Exchange the 3in1 Premium Filterbag and insert a new Dovina

fragrance chip.

• Thoroughly clean the suction channel of the Upright Vacuum

Cleaner and/or the connected device as well as the motor protection filter.

KOBOLD VK200

UPRIGHT VACUUM CLEANER

Fig. 5.1 Inserting the filter cover

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Troubleshooting

Fault Possible causes and rectiﬁcation

The suction force of the Upright Vacuum Cleaner is declining.

The filterbag is probably full.

• Exchange the 3in1 Premium Filterbag.

The suction channel of the Upright Vacuum Cleaner or that of another connected device is blocked.

• Clean the suction channel of the Upright Vacuum Cleaner and/

or that of the connected device.

• Check whether the filter fill level indicator on your Upright

Vacuum Cleaner lights up yellow. If so, exchange the 3in1 Premium Filterbag.

The motor protection filter is extremely dirty.

• Clean or exchange the motor protection filter (see chapter “4.2.2

Cleaning and/or exchaning the Kobold VK200 motor protection filter” on page 72).

The Upright Vacuum Cleaner sets itself to a different power performance level and gets louder.

After prolonged use, with high ambient temperature or when the 3in1 Premium Filterbag is full or blocked, the Upright Vacuum Cleaner will set itself to a different power performance level as a result of overheating so that the suction performance can no longer be regulated. In this case the valve will open automatically allowing air to flow directly into the inside of the motor.

• Check the suction channel and the connected accessory heads.

• Remove the blockage and exchange the 3in1 Premium Filterbag

if neccessary.

• Let the motor cool down.

This effect can also be the result of switching from hard floors to carpeting or generally when using power performance level auto (automatic suction power).

KOBOLD VK200

UPRIGHT VACUUM CLEANER

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Troubleshooting

Fault Possible causes and rectiﬁcation

The Automatic Electric Brush is too loud.

The roller brush

is not mounted on the TORX® cam of the

gear mechanism.

• Check if the roller brush

is correctly inserted and mount it on

the TORX® cam of the gear mechanism if necessary.

The small bearing ball

of the cub and ball bearing is missing.

• Make sure that the bearing ball

is properly inserted.

The green cap of the cup and ball bearing

is not properly

installed.

• Check if the green cap

is properly installed. If not then posi-

tion the green cap correctly .

The floor plate is not properly enaged

• Make sure that both locks (left and right)

enage audibly

with a click during installation .

Maybe original Kobold accessories were not used, which can lead to bearing or motor damage.

• Use original Kobold roller brushes only.

An object might have got stuck in the area around the roller brushes.

• Remove the object.

Threads have coiled around the roller brush.

• Cut the threads as described in chapter “4.3.1 Checking and

cleaning” on page 75.

The slider for switching between coarse materials and fine dust on the underside of the Automatic Electric Brush cannot be moved.

The Automatic Electric Brush is in hard f loor mode.

• Make sure that the Automatic Electric Brush was properly

switched off. Connect the Automatic Electric Brush with the Upright Vacuum Cleaner and in the standby position ( joint locked) switch them on and back off.

The Automatic Electric Brush is now in carpet mode.

KOBOLD EB400

AUTOMATIC ELECTRIC BRUSH

Fig. 5.2 Roller brush, TORX® cam, green

cap and bearing ball

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Troubleshooting

Fault Possible causes and rectiﬁcation

The Automatic Electric Brush switches itself off, the operating display flashes red .

A vacuumed object is blocking the brush of the Automatic Electric Brush.

• Switch the device off and unplug the mains plug from the

socket.

• Remove the object.

Threads block the brush of the Automatic Electric Brush.

• Cut the threads as described in chapter “4.3.1 Checking and

cleaning” on page 75.

The suction channel of the Automatic Electric Brush is blocked.

Switch the device off and unplug the mains plug from the socket.

• Open the inspection flap

on the underside of the Automatic

Electric Brush.

• Remove the blockage.

• To do this, use an appropriate object (e.g. screwdriver, crochet

needle).

The Automatic Electric Brush is hard to push.

You might have set the power performance level too high.

• Use the main switch on the handle of the Upright Vacuum

Cleaner to set the device to a lower power performance level or use power performance level auto in general.

The Automatic Electric Brush may be in manual operating mode.

• Switch the Upright Vacuum Cleaner off and back on again.

After replacing the roller brush, the device does not work any more.

The Automatic Electric Brush is not properly connected to the Upright Vacuum Cleaner.

• Check if the plug connection between the Automatic Electric

Brush and the Upright Vacuum Cleaner is correctly enaged.

The roller brush is not correctly inserted.

• Mount the roller brush exactly on the TORX® cam of the drive

axle.

KOBOLD EB400

AUTOMATIC ELECTRIC BRUSH

Fig. 5.3 Flashing operating display

Fig. 5.4 Inspection flap on the underside

of the Automatic Electric Brush

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Troubleshooting

Fault Possible causes and rectiﬁcation

The cleaning performance of the Carpet Freshener is significantly reduced.

There may be cleaning residue from a previous carpet cleaning in the device, preventing proper functioning of the Carpet Freshener.

• Clean the dosage container and brush as described in chapter

“3.2.2 Cleaning the Kobold VF200 Carpet Freshener after use” on page 39.

The dosage of Kobosan active may not have been sufficient, or the properties of your carpet make it unsuitable for cleaning with the Carpet Freshener.

• Check whether your carpet can be cleaned with the Carpet

Freshener.

• Check whether the dosage of Kobosan active was sufficient as

specified in chapter “3.2.1 Carpet cleaning with the Kobold VF200 Carpet Freshener” on page 34.

After brush cleaning, the device does not work any more.

The Carpet Freshener is not properly connected to the Upright Vacuum Cleaner.

• Check if the plug connection between the Carpet Freshener and

the Upright Vacuum Cleaner is correctly enaged

The foot switch was not adequately pressed

to start dosage of

the Kobosan active.

• Activate Kobosan active dosage with the foot switch

KOBOLD VF200

CARPET FRESHENER

Fig. 5.5 Correctly connecting the Carpet

Freshener with the Upright Vacuum Cleaner and pressing the foot switch adequately

VF200

Page 89

Troubleshooting

Fault Possible causes and rectiﬁcation

The DuoClean switches off on its own, the operating display light “ON” flashes green.

It is possible that the motor is overstrained.

• Switch off the Upright Vacuum Cleaner.

• Let the motor cool down.

• Switch the Upright Vacuum Cleaner on and close the secondary

air f lap on the DuoClean.

The DuoClean is swivelling excessively.

The cleaning cloth is not fixed properly.

• Check whether the cleaning cloth is straight and firmly fixed on

the cloth holder.

The cloth holder is not inserted correctly.

• Check whether the cloth holder has been inserted and latched

into the DuoClean correctly.

It is possible that original cleaning cloths were not used.

• Only use original Kobold cleaning cloths.

The joint connector of the DuoClean is blocked.

• Remove the blockage with a suitable tool (e.g. screw driver,

crochet hook).

The suction channel of the DuoClean is blocked.

• Remove the blockage as described in chapter”4.4.2 Checking the

suction channel” on page 79.

• To do this, use an appropriate object (e.g. screwdriver, crochet

needle).

KOBOLD SP530

DUOCLEAN

Page 90

Troubleshooting

Fault Possible causes and rectiﬁcation

The DuoClean switches off on its own, the operating display light “STOP” flashes red and the Upright Vacuum Cleaner switches off at the same time.

Moisture has been sucked in.

• Switch off the Upright Vacuum Cleaner.

• After the device has dried completely, switch on the Upright Vacuum

Cleaner and close the secondary air f lap of the DuoClean.

• It is possible that this step will need to be repeated several times.

When the Upright Vacuum Cleaner is switched on, the operating display “STOP” f lashes red.

The secondary air flap was activated before switching the Upright Vacuum Cleaner on.

• Switch the Upright Vacuum Cleaner off and then switch it back

on.

The DuoClean is making noises.

It is possible that the device has not been closed correctly or that the cloth holder has not been mounted correctly.

• Check if the side cover

is present and properly closed. If not,

reinsert and close the side cover.

• Check the cloth holder is correctly inserted and the green latch

is enaged.

KOBOLD SP530

DUOCLEAN

Fig. 5.6 Reinserting the side cover

Page 91

Troubleshooting

Fault Possible causes and rectiﬁcation

The vacuuming result of the DuoClean is insufficient.

It is possible that the sealing lip frames are dirty and jammed.

• Remove and clean the sealing lip frames as described in chapter

“4.4.1 Checking and cleaning the sealing lip frame” on page 78.

It is possible that the cleaning cloth has been fixed in a diagonal position on the cloth holder and collides with the sealing lip frames.

• Check whether the cleaning cloth is evenly fixed on the cloth

holder.

The secondary air flap does not close/ does not remain closed.

It is possible that the holding magnet is dirty.

• Clean the surface of the magnet.

The DuoClean causes streaks/ marks on the floor.

It is possible that the supporting feet touch the floor.

• In this case, remove the supporting feet

The cleaning performance of the DuoClean worsens.

It is possible the the cleaning cloth is soiled excessively.

• Replace the cleaning cloth.

It is possible the the cleaning cloth is too dry.

• Replace the cleaning cloth.

The cleaning cloth is not evenly moistened.

• When moistening the cleaning cloth, ensure an equal distribu-

tion of the liquid.

KOBOLD SP530

DUOCLEAN

Fig. 5.7 Removing the supporting feet

Page 92

Troubleshooting

Fault Possible causes and rectiﬁcation

The DuoClean cleans edges insufficiently.

It is possible that the cleaning cloth has been moistened unevenly.

• Repeat the cleaning process with a new cleaning cloth.

• When moistening the cleaning cloth, ensure an equal distribu-

tion of the liquid.

It is possible that the cleaning cloth has not been fixed properly.

• Check whether the cleaning cloth is straight and firmly fixed on

the cloth holder.

Streaks are forming.

It is possible that the cleaning agent has been overdosed.

• Repeat the cleaning process with a new cleaning cloth and clear

water.

It is possible that there are residual quantities of old care products and cleaning agents on the floor.

• Repeat the cleaning process until it improves; a basic cleaning

might be required.

It is possible the the cleaning cloth is soiled excessively.

• Replace the cleaning cloth.

The moisture film does not dry evenly.

• Remove residual liquid quantities with a dry cleaning cloth in a

second cleaning step.

There are marks. The grip of the cleaning cloth is not fixed properly.

• Check how the grip of the cloth is fixed.

A dirt film remains on the floor.

It is possible the the cleaning cloth is soiled excessively.

• Replace the cleaning cloth.

Stain removal is insufficient.

It is possible the the cleaning cloth is soiled excessively.

• Replace the cleaning cloth.

The moisture film is uneven.

It is possible that the cleaning cloth has been moistened unevenly.

• Repeat the cleaning process with a new cleaning cloth.

• When moistening the cleaning cloth, ensure an equal distribu-

tion of the liquid.

KOBOLD SP530

DUOCLEAN

Page 93

Troubleshooting

Fault Possible causes and rectiﬁcation

The floor is etting too wet.

It is possible that the cleaning cloth was moistened excessively.

• Please observe the dosing instructions.

• If required, remove residual liquid quantities with a dry

cleaning cloth in a second cleaning step.

After cleaning, the floor looks tarnished.

It is possible that there are residual quantities of old, polished and shining care products and cleaning agents on the floor.

• Repeat the cleaning process, and change the cloth if required

until it improves.

KOBOLD SP530

DUOCLEAN

Page 94

Troubleshooting

Fault Possible causes and rectiﬁcation

The Electric Upholstery Brush will not operate.

The Electric Upholstery Brush was connected to the TR15 Telescopic Tube or a Suction Hose without the power cord.

• Connect the Electric Upholstery Brush to an Electric Suction

Hose.

The Upright Vacuum Cleaner is not switched on.

• Switch on the device.

The bristles of the Electric Upholstery Brush are deformed or matted.

Fringes or fabrics were sucked in and pulled out again.

• Exchange the suction nozzle.

The brushes of the Handheld Upholstery Brush no longer rotate.

The Upright Vacuum Cleaner is not switched on.

• Switch on the device.

The suction nozzle is not correctly inserted.

• Make sure to enage the suction nozzle properly.

Something was sucked in that is blocking the brushes.

• Switch the device off and unplug the mains plug from the

socket.

• Remove the object that was sucked in.

• Switch the device back on.

KOBOLD PB440

ELECTRIC UPHOLSTERY

BRUSH

Page 95

Troubleshooting

Fault Possible causes and rectiﬁcation

The wings of the Flexo Nozzle are unhooked.

• Reattach the wings.

If the fault cannot be rectiﬁed, please contact Vorwerk’s customer service

department (see chapter “8 Services” on page 99).

KOBOLD FD15

FLEXO NOZZLE

Fig. 5.8 Reinserting the wings

Page 96

Disposal and environmental protection

6 DISPOSAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION

6.1 Device disposal

As an owner of an electric and electronic device, it is not permitted by law (under Directive 2012/19/EC of the European Parliament and Council of 4 July 2012 on electric and electronic devices, and the Electrics and Electronics Act of 16 March 2005) to dispose of this device or its electric/electronic accessories via unsorted domestic waste.

• Instead, please use the free collection centres intended for this purpose.

• Contact your local council for information.

6.2 Disposing of the packaging

The packaing is an important part of our product: it protects our devices from damage during transportation and reduces the risk of a device fault. For this reason, we cannot avoid using packaing. If you need to return or send in your device during the warranty period, or after, to the service or customer service department, the original packaing is the best protection against damages in transit. If you nevertheless wish to dispose of the packaing, you can do this at any time and without limitation via your local council facilities (waste paper skip, yellow skip, recycling depot, waste paper collection etc.). To this end, Vorwerk commissions legally authorised licensees. If you have any questions, please contact your corresponding service centre (see chapter “8 Services” on page 99).

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Disposal and environmental protection

6.3 Information on environmental protection

Preserving nature and protecting the environment: At Vorwerk, environmental protection is an important company objective.

LESS PACKAGING

We use only environmentally friendly material, which is recycled if disposed of correctly. We are actively involved in cutting back on waste packaing during the development stages and are committed to its disposal and recycling.

SAVING ENERGY

Vorwerk products protect the environment: They only use a small amount of energy with high suction performance.

ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY PRODUCTION

We attach a great deal of importance to environmental protection when manufacturing our products. We use recyclable plastics and colours. We deliberately avoid using polluting flame retardants. For our filterbags we use solvent-free adhesives, unbleached paper or nonhazardous plastic. Our instruction manuals are made from sustainably managed forests and are bleached without chlorine.

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Disposal and environmental protection

REUSABLE MATERIAL

The material for our products can nearly be completely recycled. We largely avoid using PVC. When manufacturing our products, we use “sorted” materials: The substances used can later be separated accordingly at modern facilities without much energy expenditure. To make them even easier for recycling, we have labelled most of our plastic components.

Page 99

Warranty, Services

7 WARRANTY

Any warranty services can be found in the order note or purchase contract.

8 SERVICES

Either in person with your customer representative

or at the service centre

.vorwerk.co.uk

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Technical details

9 TECHNICAL DETAILS

Kobold VK200-1 Upright Vacuum Cleaner

Safety signs

Housing High-grade recyclable thermoformed plastic Motor Maintenance-free reluctance motor with ball bearings and

electronic performance control at a nominal rotation speed of

60,000 RPM Blower Single-stage radial fan Voltage 220–240 volts alternating current 50/60 Hertz Nominal output 700 watts (max. 1100 watts nominal output with auxiliary equipment) Electrical power

output without accessory head or nozzle

Level auto Level soft Level med Level max

100–450 watts 50 watts 300 watts 450–700 watts

Radius of action Min. 7 m according to IEC 60312-1 Max.

underpressure

160 hPa (according to DIN EN 60312-1 / at 700 watts)

Max. air quantity 44.5 l/s (according to DIN EN 60312-1 / at 700 watts) Max. suction

power

280 watts with clean filter (according to DIN EN 60312-1/

at 700 watts) Max. degree of

efficiency

40% (according to DIN EN 60312-1 / at 700 watts)

Filterbag volume 2.2 l in accordance with IEC 60312-1 Dust emission Approx. 0.001 mg/m

in accordance with EN 60312 Weight Approx. 3 kg (without accessories) Dimensions Height approx. 15 cm; width approx. 21 cm; length approx. 85/109 cm Noise emission 78 dB(A) re 1 pW sound power level with Kobold EB400

Automatic Electric Brush according to EN 60704-2-1

KOBOLD VK200

UPRIGHT VACUUM CLEANER

Kobold VK200 Instruction Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual