Bulldog Cylinder Vacuum
Please read and keep these instructions
getting the best from
your new cleaner...
If your cleaner isn’t picking up as well as it should, please
check
• Dustbags
It is important to replace them regularly otherwise the
performance of the cleaner will be impaired.
Bags can be blocked with dust even though they do not
appear full.
• Filters
It is important that the filters are cleaned regularly and if
necessery replaced to allow air through the appliance.
• Blockages
Check the nozzle, tubes and hose for blockages.
UK
Helpline: 0870060 2604
Replacement parts: 0870 167 6635
Ireland 1800 409119
www.morphyrichards.com
For replacement parts, help with using your Morphy Richards
products and lots more, contact us by phone or through our website
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Important safety
instructions
The use of any electrical appliance
requires the following of common sense
safety rules.
Primarily there is danger of personal
injury and secondly danger of damage to the
appliance and property. These are indicated
in the instructions text by the following two
conventions:
WARNING: Danger of personal injury
IMPORTANT: Damage to the appliance
In addition we offer the following
essential safety advice.
Location
• Do not use or keep this product outside
when it is raining.
• Do not store the appliance near hot ovens
or heating appliances.
Mains lead
• Do not allow the mains lead to become
strained or run this appliance over it.
• If the electrical cable becomes damaged
the complete cable assembly must be
replaced. Do not attempt this task
yourself, contact us using the helpline
number.
Children
• Children do not understand the dangers
associated with operating electrical
appliances. Never allow children to use
this appliance.
Other safety considerations
• Never use in the presence of explosive
liquids or vapours.
• Never pick up inflammable or poisonous
liquids such as petrol, copier toner, or
other volatile substances. Never pick up
acids, asbestos or asbestos dust.
• Always disconnect the appliance from the
mains supply after use or prior to
cleaning or replacing dust bags.
• The appliance should never be left
running unsupervised.
Product safety
• Never use the appliance without the filter
installed.
• Never use the appliance to vacuum hot
ashes, broken glass, sharp objects or
liquids.
• Never modify the cleaner in any way.
• Repairs to electrical appliances are only
to be undertaken by trained personnel.
Unprofessional repairs can be dangerous
for users.
• Use only genuine Morphy Richards spare
parts and accessories.
Electrical
requirements
Check that the voltage on the rating plate
of your appliance corresponds with your
house electricity supply which must be A.C.
(Alternating Current).
If the socket outlets in your home are not
suitable for the plug supplied with this
appliance, the plug should be removed and
the appropriate one fitted.
WARNING: The plug removed from
the mains lead, if severed, must be
destroyed as a plug with bared flexible
cord is hazardous if engaged into a live
socket outlet.
Should the fuse in the 13 amp plug
require replacement, a BS1362 13 amp fuse
must be fitted.
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Features
⁄ Dust bag container cover
¤ Dust bag container clips
‹ Onboard tool storage
› Dust bag container
fi Protective rubber bumper
fl Hose inlet
‡ Motor protection filter
· Dust inlet tube
‚ Dust bag holder
„ Varible power control
‰ On/off button
Accessories you should have:
 Turbo nozzle
Ê Combination floor nozzle
Á Telescopic metal tubes
Ë Suction hose with airflow control handle
È Upholstery nozzle
Í Brush attachment
Î Crevice tool
Ï Paper dust bag
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Controlling suction power
The suction power can be varied to suit
the surface being cleaned, by using the
variable power control „.
The suction power can also be adjusted
using the fingertip control on the handle of
the suction hose Ë.
Closed: full suction
Open: reduced suction
Operation
Suction hose
Lining up the locking tabs on the hose to
location slots on the vacuum. Push the hose
end Ë into the suction hose inlet fl on the
vacuum cleaner.Turn the rotating hose
clockwise until it clicks.Make sure it is
securely in place. The appropriate cleaning
tool can be attached directly to the other end
of the suction hose.
Switching on
Plug the appliance into the mains supply.
Ensure that the variable power control „
isset to minimum by turning the dial anticlockwise as far as it will go. Push the on/off
switch ‰ to start the suction motor. Turn the
variable power dial clockwise to the desired
power. Push the switch again to turn off the
motor
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Open
Closed
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Tools and
accessories
Telescopic metal tubes Á
Attach the telescopic tube to the handle
end of the hose. Extend to the desired length
by pressing down the slider release and
pulling out the tube.
Turbo nozzle
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The turbo nozzle is particulary usful for
the removal of hairs etc from carpets and
upholstery.
Cleaning the turbo nozzle
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The turbo nozzle should be regularly
cleaned and any hairs or fibres wrapped
around the brush bar removed to maintain
optimum performance.
Avoid picking up large debris with the
turbo nozzle as it may jam the turbo fan. If
ths happens remove nozzle from tubes and
open flaps underneath nozzle debris. Make
certain flap is fully closed before re-use.
Combination floor nozzle
Ê
This nozzle is suitable for general
purpose cleaning on a wide variety of floor
coverings.Use the brushes ‘up’ for carpets
and brushes ‘down’ on hard floors.
Tool storage
The tools may be stored in the on-board
storage area at the rear of the cleaner.
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Standard
accessories Application
Curtains and
delicate
fabrics
Textiles and
upholstery
Carpets and
other textile
floor coverings
(brushes up)
Settings for
heavy dirt and
smooth floors
(brushes
down)
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Opening the dust
bag container
To access the dust bag Release the cover
clips by lifting the bottom of the clips
upwards. Then lift off the dust bag container
cover.
Removing the dust
bag
1 Lift the dust bag holder ‚ upwards to
remove.
2 Slide the dust bag away from the inlet
tube ·
3 Dispose of the bag with your household
waste.
Refitting the dust
bag
1 Slide the bag over the dust inlet tube.
Push the bag fully onto the tube until it
reaches the stop.
2 Slide the dust bag holder ‚ down over
both the cardboard collar of the bag and
the plastic stop. The bag should now be
firmly held against the stop.
Refitting the dust
container cover
1 Place the cover on top of the dust bag
container.
2 Secure the fixing clip on top of the cover
and then pressing the bottom part of the
clips down
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Cleaning the foam
lid filter
DO NOT USE THE PRODUCT WITHOUT
THE FOAM FILTER FITTED
1 To clean the foam filter first remove the
dust container cover.
2 Tu rn the cover upside down.
3 Gently push out the cover edge to release
the four edge clips.
4 Lift off the cover base
5 Remove the foam filter
6 Wash the foam in cold water. DO NOT
USE DETERGENTS.
7 Leave to air-dry
IMPORTANT: The foam must be thoughly
dry before re-fitting.
8 Place the foam inside the lid, then fit the
lid cover ensuring all edge clips are fully
engaged.
9 Re-fit to the dust bag container.
Cleaning the motor
protection filter
IMPORTANT: Never use the appliance
without the motor protection filter installed,
otherwise damage to the motor may occur
which would not be covered by the
guarantee.
1 Unclip and remove dust container cover.
2 Take out the filter and clean (by shaking)
or wash.
3 To wash the filter, gently wash in warm
water and leave to air dry. Do not use
detergents. Ensure the filter is fully dry
before replacing into the machine.
4 Close the filter holder and place back into
position before removed.
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Cleaning and
maintenance
Unplug from the mains before cleaning.
The vacuum cleaner, especially the dust
compartment and all accessories can be
cleaned using a damp cloth or a nonabrasive domestic cleaner and wiped dry.
To keep the underside of the floor nozzle
clean, vacuum it at regular intervals using the
crevice tool.
Purchasing dustbags
replacement filters
Use only genuine replacement dustbags
and filters which can be purchased from
specialist retailers or by calling the number
on the front page of this leaflet.
Helpline
If you have any difficulty with your
appliance, do not hesitate to call us. We’re
more likely able to help than the store from
where you bought it.
Please have the following information
ready to enable our staff to deal with your
query quickly:
• Name of the product
• Model number as shown on the
underside of the appliance
• Serial number
WEEE
For electrical products sold within the
European Community.
At the end of the electrical products
useful life it should not be disposed of with
household waste.
Please recycle where facilities exist.
Check with your Local Authority or retailer
for recycling advice in your country.
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Your two-year
guarantee
• It is important to retain the retailers
receipt as proof of purchase. Staple your
receipt to this back cover for future
reference.
Please quote the following information if
the product develops a fault. These numbers
can be found on the base of the product.
Model no. Serial no.
All Morphy Richards products are
individually tested before leaving the factory.
In the unlikely event of any appliance proving
to be faulty within 28 days of purchase it
should be returned to the place of purchase
for it to be replaced. You may be asked to
return a copy of proof of purchase.
If the fault develops after 28 days and
within 24 months of original purchase, you
should contact the helpline quoting model
number and serial number should you
require further assistance. Repair or
replacement of the product is subject to the
exclusions set out below (1-6).
If you suspect a fault, follow the simple
checks detailed below before returning the
appliance or calling the helpline.
• Check the dust bag and filters for
blockages.
• Check the hose and tubes for blockages.
• Check the plug is firmly in the socket and
the supply is switched on.
•Make sure the socket is working by trying
another appliance.
If for any reason this item is replaced
during the two-year guarantee period, the
guarantee on the new item will be calculated
from original purchase date. Therefore it is
vital to retain your original receipt or invoice
to indicate the date of initial purchase.
To qualify for the two-year guarantee the
appliance must have been used according to
the manufacturers instructions.
Morphy Richards shall not be liable to
replace or repair the goods under the terms
of the Guarantee where:
1 The fault has been caused or is
attributable to accidental use, mis-use,
negligent use or used contrary to the
manufacturers recommendations or
where the fault has been caused by
power surges or damage caused in
transit.
2 The appliance has been used on a
voltage supply other than that stamped
on the products.
3 Repairs have been attempted by persons
other than our service staff.
4 Where the appliance has been used for
hire purposes or non-domestic use.
5 The guarantee excludes consumables
such as bags and filters.
6 Morphy Richards are not liable to carry
out any type of servicing work, under the
guarantee.
This guarantee does not confer any rights
other than those expressly set out above
and does not cover any claims for
consequential loss or damage. This
guarantee is offered as an additional benefit
and does not affect your statutory rights as a
consumer.
• This guarantee is valid in the UK and
Ireland only.
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VC70191M UK Rev 2 11/05
The After Sales Division,
Registered address
Morphy richards Ltd, Mexborough,
South Yorkshire, England, S64 8AJ
Helpline (office hours)
UK 0870 060 2604
Republic of Ireland 1800 409119
Morphy Richards products are
intended for household use only
Morphy Richards has a policy of
continuous improvement in product
quality and design. The Company,
therefore, reserves the right to change
the specification of its models at any
time.
For additional information on Morphy Richards products www.morphyrichards.co.uk
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