LG VB-20701HRF User Guide [en,fa]

OWNER’S MANUAL

NEW TYPE CYCLONE VACUUM CLEANER

This information contains important instructions for the safe use and maintenance of the vacuum cleaner. Especially, please read all of the information on page 4, 5, 6, 7 for your safety. Please keep this manual in an easily accessible place and refer to it anytime.

VB-20701HRF

VB-20701HTS

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Table of contents

Important safety instructions..........................................................................	4~7
How to use .....................................................................................................	8~22
Assembling vacuum cleaner ........................................................................................................	8~9
Operating vacuum cleaner .............................................................................................................	10
Using carpet and floor nozzle / Suction Hole for device protection ...............................................	11
Using the accessory nozzles..........................................................................................................	12
Basic using method of the steam cleaner.......................................................................................	13
Vacuum cleaning, Steam cleaning, Simultaneous vacuum steam cleaning ..................................	14
When cleaning hardwood/laminated/general floor/carpet, When removing old stain/floor stain ... 15
How to supply water, How to replace and clean the microfiber cloth .............................................	16
Emptying dust tank ........................................................................................................................	17
Cleaning dust tank .........................................................................................................................	18
Cleaning air filter and motor safety filter ........................................................................................	19
How to assemble dust separator ...................................................................................................	20
Cleaning exhaust filter ...................................................................................................................	21
Storage method after use ..............................................................................................................	22
What to do if your vacuum cleaner does not work ........................................	23
What to do when suction performance decreases ........................................	23

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Read and follow all instructions before using your vacuum cleaner to prevent the risk of fire, electric shock, personal injury, or damage when using the vacuum cleaner. This guide do not cover all possible conditions that may occur. Always contact your service agent or manufacturer about problems that you do not understand. This appliance complies with the following EC Directives :-2006/95/EC Low Voltage Directive -2004/108/EC EMC Directive.

This is the safety alert symbol.

This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.

All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word “WARNING” or “CAUTION.” These words mean:

WARNING	This symbol will alert you to hazards or unsafe practices which could cause serious
	bodily harm or death.
CAUTION	This symbol will alert you to hazards or unsafe practices which could
	cause bodily injury or property damage.

WARNING

1.This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.

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

3.If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by LG Electronics Service Agent in order to avoid a hazard

4.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.

5.CAUTION: This hose contains electrical connections:

–do not use to suck up water ;

–do not immerse in water for cleaning;

–the hose should be checked regularly and must not be used if damaged.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING

6.Symbol or means steam.

7.The steam must not be directed towards equipment containing electrical components, such as the interior of ovens.

WARNING

•Do not plug in if control switch is not in OFF position.

Personal injury or product damage could result.

•Keep children away and beware of obstructions when rewinding the cord to prevent personal injury

The cord moves rapidly when rewinding.

•Disconnect electrical supply before servicing or cleaning the unit or when cleaner is not in use.

Failure to do so could result in electrical shock or personal injury.

•Do not use vacuum cleaner to pick up anything that is burning or smoking such as cigarettes, or hot ashes.

Doing so could result in death, fire or electrical shock.

•Do not vacuum flammable or explosive substances such as gasoline, benzene, thinners, propane (liquids or gases).

The fumes from these substances can create a fire hazard or explosion. Doing so could result in death or personal injury.

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

Doing so could result in death or electrical shock.

•Do not unplug by pulling on cord.

Doing so could result in product damage or electrical shock. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.

•Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of the body away from openings and moving parts.

Failure to do so could result in electrical shock or personal injury.

•Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as a handle, close a door on cord, or pull cord around sharp edges or corners. Do not run vacuum cleaner over cord. Keep cord away from heated surfaces.

Failure to do so could result in electrical shock or personal injury or fire or product damage.

•The hose contains electrical wires. Do not use it if it is damaged, cut or punctured.

Failure to do so could result in death,or electrical shock.

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

Personal injury or product damage could result.

•Do not use the vacuum cleaner if the power cord or plug is damaged or faulty.

Personal injury or product damage could result. In these cases, contact LG Electronics Service Agent to avoid hazard.

•Do not use vacuum cleaner if it has been under water.

Personal injury or product damage could result. In these cases, contact LG Electronics Service Agent to avoid hazard.

•Do not continue to vacuum if any parts appear missing or damaged.

Personal injury or product damage could result. In these cases, contact LG Electronics Service Agent to avoid hazard.

•Do not use an extension cord with this vacuum cleaner

Fire hazard or product damage could result.

•Using proper voltage.

Using improper voltage may result in damage to the motor and possible injury to the user. Proper voltage is listed on the bottom of vacuum cleaner.

•Turn off all controls before unplugging.

Failure to do so could result in electrical shock or personal

injury.

•Do not change the plug in any way.

Failure to do so could result in electrical shock or personal injury or product damage. Doing so result in death. If plug does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the proper outlet.

•Repairs to electrical appliances may only be performed by qualified service engineers.

Improper repairs may lead to serious hazards for the user.

•Do not put fingers near the gear.

Failure to do so could result in personal injury.

gear

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING

•Be careful when using the product on hardwood, coated floor, brick floor and high quality floor etc.

It can cause discoloration or deformation depending on the floor material.

•Please try your vacuum cleaner with steam function on a little floor area beforehand, in order to chek there is no awkward reaction.

•Do not stay in one location or use it on the same location repeatedly.

It can cause discoloration or deformation by the hot heat of the steam.

•Do not open the water hole cap of the nozzle or supply water when the product is being used or when the power is turned on.

It can cause burns or overspill the hot water by hot heat of the steam.

•Never flip or tilt the steam nozzle when the power is turned on, being used for cleaning or right after finishing cleaning.

It can cause burns from the spraying of steam.

•When cleaning the exterior of the nozzle, always unplug the power and do not use volatile substance.

It can cause electric shock and exterior damage.

•Do not touch the bottom surface of the steam nozzle directly with you hands or feet.

It can cause burns.

•Do not pour in synthetic detergent, chemical substance and other substances instead of water.

It can cause product damage or explosion.

•Please use 50% demineralized water and 50% tap water. Do not use only demineralized water, because it is too acid for home appliances. In regions more calcareous, vous can use 2/3 demineralized water and 1/3 tap water.

•Do not clean the exterior and bottom surface of the steam nozzle with water or detergent

It can cause product damage and electric shock.

•Unlike the hose of the existing cleaner, high current flows through the hose, this can cause fire and electric shock.

•Make sure the steam is not applied directly to human or animal.

It can cause a direct burn.

•Make sure that the children, the elderly or people who does not know how to operate the cleaner, do not use the product.

It can cause burns.

•Do not directly touch the surface of the nozzle when cleaning or when the nozzle is heated.

It can cause burns.

•Do not vacuum water or clean with water because the steaming hose is internally installed on the electric connection part.

Periodically check whether there are any problems with the pipe and if there are any damaged parts, stop using the product and contact the service center.

•When attaching or replacing the microfiber cloth, turn off the power and use the cloth board to attach/ detach the cloth.

If you replace the microfiber cloth with the power on, it can cause damage on the floor or cause a fire.

•When the circuit breaker operated when the power is turned on or when using the steam cleaner, immediately stop using the product and contact the

AS center.

It can cause electric shock may occur.

•This hose contains electrical connections:

–Do not use to suck up water;

–Do not immerse in water for cleaning;

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

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

CAUTION

•Do not put any objects into openings.

Failure to do so could result in product damage.

•Do not use with any opening blocked: keep free of dust, lint, hair, and anything that may reduce air flow.

Failure to do so could result in product damage.

•Do not use vacuum cleaner without dust tank and/or filters in place.

Failure to do so could result in product damage.

•Always clean the dust bin after vacuuming carpet cleaners or fresheners, powders and fine dust.

These products clog the filters,reduce airflow and can cause damage to the cleaner. Failure to clean the dust bin could cause permanent damage to the cleaner.

•Do not use vacuum cleaner to pick up sharp hard objects, small toys, pins, paper clips, etc.

They may damage the cleaner or dust bin.

•Store the vacuum cleaner indoors.

Put the vacuum cleaner away after use to prevent tripping over it.

•The vacuum cleaner is not intended to use by young children or infirm people without supervision.

Failure to do so could result in personal injury or product damage.

•Only use parts produced or recommended by LG Electronics Service Agents.

Failure to do so could result in product damage.

•Use only as described in this manual. Use only with LG recommended or approved attachments and accessories.

Failure to do so could result in personal injury or product damage.

•To avoid personal injury and to prevent the machine from falling when cleaning stairs, always place it at the bottom of stairs.

Failure to do so could result in personal injury or product damage.

•Use accessory nozzles in "MIN" mode.

Failure to do so could result in product damage.

•Don’t grasp the tank handle when you are moving the vacuum cleaner.

The vacuum cleaner’s body may fall when separating tank and body. Personal injury or product damage could result. You should grasp the carrier handle when you are moving the vacuum cleaner.

•Make sure the filters (exhaust filter and motor safety filter) are completely dry before replacing in the machine.

Failure to do so could result in product damage.

•Do not dry the filter in an oven or microwave.

Failure to do so could result in fire hazard.

•Do not dry the filter in a clothes dryer.

Failure to do so could result in fire hazard.

•Do not dry near an open flame.

Failure to do so could result in fire hazard.

•If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by an approved LG Electronics Service Agent to avoid a hazard.

•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.

•The steam must not be directed towards equipment containing electrical components, such as the interior of ovens.

•Symbol or means steam.

Thermal protector :

This vacuum cleaner has a special thermostat that protects the vacuum cleaner in case of motor overheating. If the vacuum cleaner suddenly shuts off, turn off the switch and unplug the vacuum cleaner.

Check the vacuum cleaner for possible source of overheating such as a full dust tank, a blocked hose or clogged filter. If these conditions are found, fix them and wait at least 30 minutes before attempting to use the vacuum cleaner. After the 30 minute period, plug the vacuum cleaner back in and turn on the switch.

If the vacuum cleaner still does not run, contact a qualified electrician.

How to use Assembling vacuum cleaner

Hose Handle

Spring latch

Telescopic pipe

Steam cleaning vacuum tool	Telescopic pipe

Push the nozzle into the telescopic pipe.

•Push telescopic pipe firmly into hose handle.

•Grasp the spring latch to expand.

•Pull out the pipe to desired length.

Click!

Fitting pipe

Flexible Hose

Button

Attachment Point

Connecting the hose to the vacuum cleaner

Push the fitting pipe on the flexible hose

into the attachment point on the vacuum cleaner. To remove the flexible hose from the vacuum cleaner,press the button situated on the fitting pipe, then pull the fitting pipe out of the vacuum cleaner.

How to use Operating vacuum cleaner

	Plug
Cord reel button	Control button
	Control button

MAX line

How to operate	Emptying the dust tank Park mode	Storage

•Pull out the power cord to the desired length and plug into the socket.

•Press the control button of the hose handle to operate vacuum cleaner.

•To turn off, press the OFF button.

•Press the cord reel button to rewind the power cord after use.

•Always empty the dust tank when the dust tank level reaches the MAX line.

WARNING

No liquid suction.

Liquid suction can cause defects.

•To store during vacuuming, for example to move a small piece of furniture or a rug, use park mode to support the flexible hose and nozzle.

-Slide the hook on the nozzle into the slot on the side of vacuum cleaner.

•When you have switched off and unplugged the vacuum cleaner, press the cord reel button to automatically rewind the cord.

•You can store your vacuum cleaner in a vertical position by sliding the hook on the nozzle into the slot on the underside of the vacuum cleaner.

How to use Using carpet and floor nozzle / Suction Hole for device protection

Carpet

Pedal

Floor

Suction Hole for Device

Protection

Extension Pipe for

Lenght Adjustment

Carpet and floor nozzle	Suction hole for device protection

•Two position nozzle

This is equipped with a pedal which allows you to alter its position according to the type of floor to be cleaned.

•Carpet or rug position

press the pedal ( ) to lower brush.

•Hard floor position (tiles, parquets floor) Press the pedal ( ) to lift the brush up.

•You can perform cleaning at any place like corner or crevice since revolution of the suction hole is free.

• Cleaning carpet and floor nozzle

• Clean the hole and brush of nozzle.

How to use Using the accessory nozzles

Upholstery nozzle Dusting brush Crevice tool


Upholstery nozzle	Dusting brush	Crevice tool

Upholstery nozzle is for vacuuming upholstery, mattresses, etc.

Dusting brush is for vacuuming picture frames, furniture frames, books and other irregular surfaces.

Crevice tool is for vacuuming in those normally hard-to-reach places such as reaching cobwebs or between the cushions of a sofa.

NOTICE

Use accessory in the MIN mode.

• BOX •

• Accessory nozzles include in the "PE BAG" with owner's manual.

NOTICE

Be cautious to use the product on TV, LCD, Monitor or furniture, it can cause small scratch.

How to use Basic using method of the steam cleaner

By using the steam cleaning vacuum tool,you can do vacuum cleaning and steam cleaning simultaneously or individually,in an easy way.

CAUTION Please check not to put only demineralized water in your tank. We advice you to mix 50%

demineralized water and 50% tap water. In regions more calcareous, you can mix 2/3 demineralized water to 1/3 tap water.

Handle

Steam safety switch

Hose

Extension pipe

How to supply water

How to attach the microfiber cloth

Assembly and power ON/OFF	How to supply water, How to attach the microfiber cloth

Always hold the steam safety switch during steam cleaning.

• Align the extension pipe (2)and the terminal part of the steam cleaning vacuum tool (3), and connect the two completely until you hear the “Click”. If the steam cleaning vacuum tool and the extension are not completely connected, the nozzle will be pulled out or the steam will not be generated.

• Connect the hose (1) and the extension pipe (2) completely until you hear the “Click” sound.

• When you press the “STEAM” button (4) on the function control button on the handle part of the hose (1), the steam will be generated. Initial steam generation time is about 2.5 minutes and it will take a little longer for the cloth to get wet.

You must operate the “STEAM” button after filling the water.

• When you press the “STEAM” button (4)one more time or press the “OFF” button (5), the steam will stop.

To supply water, always unplug the power and put the hose handle on the floor. And then pour the water into the unit.

• Open the water hole cap of the steam cleaning vacuum tool.

• Use the measuring cup to pour 250cc of water and then close the water hole cap tightly.

When attaching the cloth, you must always turn off the system power.

• After attaching the cloth on the cloth board, install it on the nozzle for steam cleaning.

Be careful because the cloth board can be hot.

• After aligning the vacuum tool with the cloth board, press it from the top. Connect after you hear the clicking sound. The cloth must be attached on the cloth board for the vacuum tool and the cloth board to be connected.

CAUTION

To prevent safety accidents during steam cleaning, if you do not press the steam safety switch
within 30 seconds, the unit will recognize that the cleaning has been completed and turn off the
power. If you want to use the steam again, press the “STEAM” button one more time.
• During initial steam nozzle operation, it will operate for 150 seconds (2.5 minutes) even when you
do not press the steam safety switch.
• About 2 minutes after pressing the “STEAM” button, you can start the cleaning and after about
2.5 minutes, you can check the steam with your eyes.
• The cloth can get wet faster depending on how the steam vacuum tool is used and the time. At
this time, when you replace the cloth, you can clean with a dry cloth.	13

How to use Vacuum cleaning, Steam cleaning, Simultaneous vacuum steam cleaning


Vacuum cleaning	Steam cleaning	Vacuum steam cleaning

•Connect the carpet and floor nozzle or steam cleaning tool to the extension pipe.

•Operate the function control button to “MAX” or “MIN” mode. When the cleaning is completed, press the “OFF” button to stop the operation.

•Connect the steam cleaning vacuum tool to the extension pipe.

•When you lift the extension pipe up as shown in the arrow, the extension pipe will be fixed after the “Click” sound. When you press the steam vacuum tool button, you can freely use the extension pipe.

•After you press the “STEAM” button of the function control button, the steam will be generated to start the cleaning. When the cleaning is completed, press the “OFF” button or the “STEAM” button one more time to stop the operation.

CAUTION

•Water slightly leaking on the floor when you tilt the vacuum tool during steam cleaning is not a problem.

•Do not flip over the steam vacuum tool during steam cleaning. Water and hot steam will come off the bottom, which can be dangerous.

•Vacuum steam cleaning can only be done with the steam cleaning vacuum tool.

•Connect the steam cleaning vacuum tool to the extension pipe.

•To use both the vacuum cleaning and steam cleaning simultaneously, press the function button for vacuum cleaning and function button for steam cleaning respectively. When you press the “OFF” button, the operation will stop.

How to use When cleaning hardwood/laminated/general floor/carpet

When removing old stain/floor stain

Whencleaninghardwood/laminated/generalfloor When removing old stain/floor stain When cleaning the carpet

• Attach the microfiber cloth on the cloth board and install the steam cleaning vacuum tool.

- When cleaning the hardwood/ laminated/general floor, if you do not use the microfiber cloth, the hot steam will cause discoloration or deformation of the flooring material. Therefore you must always attach the cloth before using the cleaner.

• After turning on the steam cleaning vacuum tool, the steam will be generated to start the cleaning.

•Attach the microfiber cloth on the cloth board and install the steam cleaning vacuum.

•If the stain is not removed at once, repeat the process couple of times.

-If you try to remove the old stain or floor stain excessively in one spot, it can damage the floor

•Detach the cloth board from the steam cleaning vacuum tool.

•After you press the “STEAM” button of the function control button, the steam will be generated to start

the cleaning. When the cleaning is completed, press the “OFF” button or the “STEAM” button one more time to stop the operation.

WARNING

When cleaning on the carpet, don't operate the function control button to “MAX” or “MIN” mode.

It can cause fire or electric shock.

How to use How to supply water, How to replace and clean the microfiber cloth

STEAM SUPPLY

WATER

STEAM SUPPLY

WATER

How to supply water

How to replace and clean the microfiber cloth

•When the “SUPPLY WATER” light is turn on the LED display window of the nozzle, stop operating the steam cleaning vacuum tool and unplug the power.

•Open the water hole cap of the nozzle and use the measuring cup

(water supply cup)to pour the water. (Appropriate amount: 250cc)

•Lock the water hole cap of the vacuum tool in the arrow direction as shown in the picture.

-Turn the cap to the right direction until you hear a clicking sound as the fuel cap of an automobile.

•After turning on the power again, start cleaning when the “STEAM” lamp on the LED display window is turned on.

-When the “SUPPLY WATER” LED is turned on, it will be turned off after 30 seconds to 1 minute after supplying the water and the “STEAM” lamp will be turned on.

When replacing the microfiber cloth, always make sure the power is turned off.

• Detach the cloth board from the steam cleaning vacuum tool and replace the microfiber cloth. Attach the white side of the microfiber cloth on the cloth board on the bottom surface of the cleaner.

• Reuse the dirty cloth by cleaning it with clean water, soap, detergent etc. and then by completely drying the cloth in the shade.

CAUTION

•If you do not completely remove the moisture when using the microfiber cloth, it can cause electric shock and damage the main unit.

•When the microfiber cloth deviates from the attaching surface, it will not be fixated.

•Attach the microfiber cloth so that the vacuum hole of the steam cleaning vacuum tool is not covered.

•The cloth can get wet faster depending on how the steam vacuum tool is used and the time. At this time, when you replace the cloth, you can clean with a dry cloth.

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