NILFISK GU 15 DMU User Manual

112, 115, 212, 215, 218 GU 12 SMU, GU 15 SMU GU 12 DMU, GU 15 DMU, GU 18 DMU

INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE MODE D'EMPLOI INSTRUCCIONES DE USO

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This book has important information for the use and safe operation of this machine. Failure to read this book prior to operating or attempting any service or maintenance procedure to your Clarke machine could result in injury to you or to other personnel; damage to the machine or to other property could occur as well. You must have training in the operation of this machine before using it. If your operator(s) cannot read this manual, have it explained fully before attempting to operate this machine.

All directions given in this book are as seen from the operator’s position at the rear of the machine.

For new books write to: Clarke®, 2100 Highway 265, Springdale, Arkansas 72764.

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Clarke reserves the right to make changes or improvements to its machine without notice.

Always use genuine Clarke Parts for repair.

2100 Highway 265

Springdale, Arkansas, 72764

CONTENTS

Important Safety Instructions Grounding Instructions Introduction Parts and Service Rating plate Unpacking the Machine Technical Speciﬁ cations Know Your Machine Set-Up and Assembly Operating the Machine Using the Wand Using the Tools Maintenance Changing the Paper Dust Bag Changing the Cloth Dust Bag Changing the Brush Changing the HEPA-ﬁ lter Changing the Exhaust ﬁ lter Cleaning or changing the Pre-Filter After Using the Machine

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following: Read all instructions before using this appliance. This machine is for commercial use, for example in hotels, schools, hospitals, factories, shops and ofﬁ ces other than normal residential housekeeping purposes. THIS APPLIANCE IS INTENDED FOR DRY USE ONLY! DO NOT USE FOR WET FLOOR OR CARPET!

WARNING!

To reduce the risk of ﬁ re, electric shock, or injury: * Do not leave the appliance when it is plugged in. Unplug the unit from the outlet when not in use and before servicing.

WARNING! To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces. * Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used by or near children. * Use only as described in this manual. Use only the manufacturer’s recommended attachments. * If the appliance is not working as it should be, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors or dropped into water, return it to a service center. The machine must not be used if the electrical cord shows any sign of damage. Regularly inspect the cord for damage, particularly if it has been crushed, shut in a door or run over. * Do not pull or carry by the cord, use the cord as a handle, or pull the cord around sharp edges or corners. Keep the cord away from heated surfaces. * Do not unplug by pulling on the cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord. * Do not handle the plug, cord or appliance with wet hands. * Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with any opening blocked. * Keep loose clothing, hair, ﬁ ngers, and all parts of body away from openings and moving parts. * Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes or matches. Under no circumstances should the machine be used for picking up hot material. In particular the machine must not be used for cleaning open and closed ﬁ replaces, ovens or similar that contain warm or glowing ashes. * Do not use without dust bag and/or ﬁ lters in place. * Turn off all controls before unplugging. The plug must always be removed from the socket outlet before starting any service or repair work of the vacuum cleaner or the cord. * Avoid vacuuming hard or sharp objects. * Use extra care when cleaning on stairs. * The machine must not be used for picking up combustible materials which are health endangering or explosive materials such as petrol (gasoline), nor should it be used in an explosive atmosphere. The machine must not be used for picking up water, other liquids or for picking up hazardous - i.e. poisonous dust. * The machine is not designed for picking up hazardous - i.e. poisonous dust. * No changes or modiﬁ cations of the mechanical, electrical or thermal safety devices should be made. * When repairing or replacing the cord, the same type of cord as originally supplied with the machine must be used. This cord can be supplied by Clarke.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

This appliance must be grounded. If it should electrically malfunction, grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock. This appliance is equipped with a cord having an equipmentgrounding conductor and grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.

DANGER!

Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock. Check with a qualiﬁ ed electrician or service person if you are in doubt as to whether the outlet is properly grounded. Do not modify the plug provided with the appliance. If it will not ﬁ t the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualiﬁ ed electrician. This appliance is for use on a nominal 120-volt circuit, and has a grounding plug that looks like the plug illustrated in Figure 1 below. A temporary adapter illustrated in Figures 2 and 3 may be used to connect this plug to a 2-pole receptacle as shown in Figure 2 if a properly grounded outlet is not available. The temporary adapter should be used only until a properly grounded outlet (Figure 1) can be installed by a qualiﬁ ed electrician. The green-colored rigid ear, tab, or the like extending from the adapter must be connected to a permanent ground such as a properly grounded outlet box cover. Whenever the adapter is used, it must be held in place by a metal screw. Grounding adapters are not approved for use in Canada. Replace the plug if the grounding pin is damaged or broken. The Green (or Green/Yellow) wire in the cord is the grounding wire. When replacing a plug, this wire must be attached to the grounding pin only. Extension cords connected to this machine should be 12 gauge, three-wire cords with three-prong plugs and outlets. DO NOT use extension cords more than 50 feet (15 meter) long.

GROUNDED OUTLET

GROUNDING PIN

Figure 1

PLEASE NOTE: FOR NORTH AMERICA ONLY

ADAPTER

METAL SCREW

GROUNDED

OUTLET BOX

Figure 2

TAB FOR GROUNDING SCREW

Figure 3

INTRODUCTION

This manual will help you get the most from your Clarke Carpetmaster vacuum cleaner. Read it thoroughly before operating the machine. This product is intended for commercial use only.

PARTS AND SERVICE

Repairs, when required, should be performed by your Authorized Clarke Service Center, who employs factory trained service personnel, and maintains an inventory of Clarke original replacement parts and accessories. Call the Clarke DEALER named below for repair parts or service. Please specify the Model and Serial Number when discussing your machine. (Dealer, afﬁ x service sticker here.)

RATING PLATE

The Model Number and Serial Number of your machine are shown on the rating plate on the machine. This information is needed when ordering repair parts for the machine. Use the space below to note the Model Number and Serial Number of your machine for future reference.

MODEL NUMBER____________________________________

SERIAL NUMBER ___________________________________

UNPACKING THE MACHINE

When the machine is delivered, carefully inspect the shipping carton and the machine for damage. If damage is evident, save the shipping carton so that it can be inspected. Contact the Clarke Customer Service Department immediately to ﬁ le a freight damage claim.

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION

(as installed and tested on the unit)

Model Single motor

112, 115

GU 12 SMU,

GU 15 SMU

Double motor

212, 215, 218

GU 12 DMU,

GU 15 DMU

GU 18 DMU Voltage V/Hz 110-120/50-60 110-120/50-60 Rated Power W 1000 1200 Protection class (electrical) Sound Pressure Level dB(A) 69 69 Total weight lbs/Kg 17/7.7 18.7/8.5

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As you read this manual, you will occasionally run across

KNOW YOUR MACHINE

a bold number in parentheses - example: (2). These

numbers refer to an item shown on this page. Refer back to this page whenever necessary, to pinpoint the location

of an item mentioned in the text.

1 Handle

2 Cord Hook

3 Vacuum Hose

4 Handle Lock Button

5 Dust lid

7 Light, Green - Only Double Motor Unit

8 Light, Red Only Double Motor Unit

6 Carrying Handle

(212, 215, 218 -versions)

9 Brush Housing

10 Brush Height Adjustment Knob

11 Pedal

13 Wand

14 Crevice Tool

15 “Dust Bag Full” Indicator

16 Dust lid button

17 Main Power Switch

18 Exhaust Filter Cover

19 Filter Cover Latch

20 Power Cord Clamp

21 Dusting Brush

Insert the handle at the opening at the top of the bag housing, until the button at handle snaps in place.

SET UP AND ASSEMBLY

1. Carefully take out the vacuum cleaner from its carton.

2. Push the Handle (1) into the opening at the top of the Dust

compartment until the button at the rod snaps in place and secure the handle to the housing.

Never operate the vacuum cleaner without a Dust Bag in place. Thease machines is equipped with an "no bag" clip. This means that if a dust bag not is ﬁ tted or ﬁ tted uncorrect - the dust lid (5) would not be able to close.

IMPORTANT !

Foot pedal must be used to release base to operating/non operation position. Failure to do so could result in damage to the release mechanism.

OPERATING THE VACUUM CLEANER

Lower

Higher

On - Off

Release base

1. Release the power cord from the cord hooks (2) at the backside of the vacuum cleaner. Turn the lower hook so that the cord is released. Unwind the whole power cord .

2. Adjust the height of the handle, by pushing at the handle lock button (4) and then pull or push at handle to make it comfortable to use.

3. Add the cord to the hook of the handle in order to make an anti strain

function. Then plug-in the power cord into a electrical outlet.

4. Turn the Main Power Switch (17) ON. “l” is ON and “O” is OFF. Now the vacuum motor will start.

5. Step on the Pedal (11) and then tilt the cleaner backwards. Now the brush motor will start (Dual-versions only). At Dual-versions the green light (7) at the brush housing (9) will come on to indicate that the brush

motor is running.

IMPORTANT !

Foot pedal must be used to release base to operating/non operation position. Failure to do so could result in damage to the

handle release mechanism.

6. Turn the Height Adjustment Knob (10) to adjust the height that the

brush will operate in - depending on the material at the surface to be vacuumed. For carpets with short textiles the brush should in the lower position. Turn the knob to the left (when you are placed in front of the machine) to lower the brush. For carpets with longer textiles the brush should in a higher position.Turn the knob to the right (when you are placed in front of the machine) to set the brush at a higher level. If the red light comes on, slowly turn the knob in the opposite direction until the light goes off. If the red light (8) stays on continuously, there may be debris wrapped around the brush, during operation. At a double motor units this can cause the overload protector for the brush motor to trip. If this occurs, turn the Main Switch (17) OFF and unplug the power cord. Remove any debris from the brush and plug in the power cord, turn the Main Switch (17) back ON. This will automatically reset the overload protector. If the overload protector trips repeatedly contact your dealer for service. For more information of the light indicators at the Dual-versions - see the table below.

Release base

On - Off

Lower

Higher

NOTE! Always disconnect the power cord before performing any machine maintenance.

Change the bag whenever the “Bag Full” Light (15) comes on. For details of dust bag replacement see separate instruction in this manual. If the light comes on before the bag is full, the inside of the bag may be coated with very ﬁ ne dust (change the bag), or debris may be built up somewhere between the brush and the bag.

LIGHT INDICATION AND FUNCTION FOR THE BRUSH MOTOR

GREEN RED CONDITION FUNCTION

ON OFF

ON -

BLINKING

OFF ON -

OFF ON Brush stalled

OFF

BLINKING

Normal operation In normal operation, the green light is constantly illuminated.

Brush position too high (low loading)

Brush position too low (heavy loading)

1. Green light will blink if the brush is not in contact with the carpet.

2. Green light will be constantly illuminated once the brush is in contact with the carpet or the user adjusts the brush height adjustment to a lower position.

1. If the condition 3, red light blinking, continues for 10 seconds or more, the control module will cut out the power supply to the brush motor.

2. The red light will still be illuminated until you turn off the switch or unplug the cord.

1. The red light will be constantly illuminated and the control module will instantly cut the power supply to the brush motor, if the brush was stalled accidentally.

2. The red light will still be illuminated until you turn off the switch or unplug the cord.

- 212, 215, 218 - Double Motor Units only!

USING THE WAND (OPTIONAL)

The Wand (13) is not supplied as a standard item in all variants of these machines. Do like this in order to use the wand.

1. Push the machine to upright locked position. The brush motor will then stop (Dual-version only), and the brush will be lifted up from the surface at other versions. Then slide the Wand out of its holder.

2. Use the wand for cleaning hard to reach places like ﬂ oor corners, or furnitures.

IMPORTANT !

Foot pedal must be used to release base to operating/non operation position. Failure to do so could result in damage to the handle release mechanism.

USING THE TOOLS (OPTIONAL)

These tools are not standard items in all machine variants. Use these tools for a better cleaning performance at hard to reach areas. A Crevice Tool (14) and Dusting Brush (21) is placed comfortable at the machine, just behind the wand.

Remove the wand from the vacuum cleaner and you will have free access to the Tools.

1. The dusting brush is placed in the upper section of the cleaner.

2. The crevice tool is placed in the lower section of the cleaner.

3. Install the Crevice Tool or Dusting Brush on the end of the Wand,

if desired. Now the vacuum cleaner will have an extended coverage performance and can be used for cleaning hard to reach areas like roof strips, or furnitures.

IMPORTANT !

Foot pedal must be used to release base to operating/non operation position. Failure to do so could result in damage to the handle release mechanism.

MAINTENANCE

Always disconnect the power cord before performing any machine maintenance.

CHANGING THE PAPER DUST BAG

Change the bag whenever the “Bag Full” (15) indicator comes on. To replace the Paper Dust Bag:

Disconnect the power cord from the electrical outlet. Pull

the Dust lid button (16) and remove the Dust lid outwards to remove it from the cleaner.

Push downwards at the edge to the left of the plastic

holder, so that the bag inlet loosens from the vacuum inlet of the machine.

Grasp at the cardboard piece of the bag and gently pull

the full bag outwards - away from cleaner. Insert a new paper dust bag into the slot of the bag holder

and push the bag in place. Check so that the paper dust bag not is jammed in the holder.Only the cardboard piece of the bag should be attached to the bag holder.

Push the bag holder with the new bag upwards, so that

the bag inlet fasten to the inlet of the machine. Make sure that the bag is unfold and will ﬁ t in place at the bag housing. Also check that the ”no bag” clip is placed to the left so that the lid will be able to close.

Fit the two notches of the back cover to the two slots at

the lower part of the bag housing, and push the back cover back in place at the housing.

NOTE!

Photos belows shows changing of the paper dust bag! Never operate the machine without a Dust Bag in place.

EMPTYING THE CLOTH DUST BAG

Empty the Bag whenever the “Bag Full” Light (15) comes on. To empty or to replace:

Disconnect the power cord from the electrical outlet. Pull

the Dust lid button (16) and drag the Dust lid outwards to remove it from the cleaner.

Push downwards at the edge to the left of the plastic

holder, so that the bag inlet loosens from the vacuum inlet of the machine.

Grasp at the plastic ﬂ ange of the bag and gently pull the

bag outwards - away from cleaner. Remove bag clip and shake out bag contents.

Put the bag clip back on the bag.

Insert the cleaned/new cloth bag into the slot of the bag

holder and push the bag in place so that bag is secured.

Push the bag holder with the new bag upwards, so that

Fit the two notches of the back cover to the two slots at

the lower part of the bag housing, and push the back cover back in place at the housing.

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