LG VK9821UHS Owner’s Manual

OWNER’S MANUAL

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.

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Table of contents

Important safety instructions...........................................................................	4-7
How to use
Assembling vacuum cleaner ............................................................................................................	8
Operating vacuum cleaner .............................................................................................................	10
Using the carpet master..................................................................................................................	11
Using hard floor nozzle / mini turbine nozzle .................................................................................	12
Using the accessory nozzles..........................................................................................................	13
Basic operation of the steam cleaner.............................................................................................	14
Vacuum cleaning, steam cleaning, simultaneous vacuum and steam cleaning ............................	15
Cleaning hardwood/laminated/general floor/carpet, when removing old stain/floor stain ..............	16
How to add water, how to replace and clean the microfiber cloth ..................................................	17
Using the sani punch nozzle......................................................................................................	18-22
Emptying dust tank ........................................................................................................................	23
Cleaning dust tank .........................................................................................................................	24
Cleaning air filter and motor safety filter ........................................................................................	25
Cleaning exhaust filter ...................................................................................................................	26
Storage method after use ..............................................................................................................	27
Check before requesting for service.........................................................................................	28~29
Trouble shooting ..............................................................................................	30

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 vacuum is intended for Domestic use only, and must not be used for commercial purposes or applications. This guide does not cover all possible conditions that may occur. Always contact your service agent or manufacturer about problems that you are not sure of.

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 CAUTION

WARNING

This symbol will alert you to hazards or unsafe practices which could cause serious bodily harm or death.

This symbol will alert you to hazards or unsafe practices which could cause bodily injury or property damage.

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 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, 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 incorrect 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, personal injury, product damage, or possible 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.

•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 could cause burns from hot water spilling over.

•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.

•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 children, the elderly or people who do 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.

•If the ciruit breaker trips 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.

•Do not use the steam nozzle on the wooden floor.

It can cause discoloration or deformation when using the steam nozzle.

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

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

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 the manufacturer for user support.

NOTE

This Vacuum is not intended for commercial applications. It must only be used for normal indoor domestic home applications. It must only be used for dry vacuuming.

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

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 power outlet

•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.

•The Power cord is marked with a yellow and red band marker. The yellow is a warning band that the cord should not be pulled out any further, and the red band means to stop extending the cord as it is at the end of its length.

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

•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, hold down 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.

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