Polti ASPIRA AS400 User Manual

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KEY

1. Mains ON/OFF switch

2. Button for cable winder

3. Handle

4. Button for opening the dust bag storage compartment

5. Button for unhooking the dust bag

6. Dust bag storage compartment cover

7. Dust bag

8. Dust bag holder

9. Air outlet grill

10. Air outlet filter

11. Accessories storage hook

12. Supply cable plug

13. Air inlet filter (Fig. 10)

14. Spring catch for the shoulder belt

15. Manual suction variator

ACCESSORIES A) Extension tube B) Universal brush B1) Brush selector C) Flexible hose D) Joint E) Small brush F) Lance for cleaning corners/skirting boards H) Shoulder belt I) Accessories storage

Polti S.p.A. reserves the right to change equipment or accessory specification without prior notice.

Before using Aspirapolti AS400, read these instructions carefully.

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This appliance is intended for use as a vacuum for solids and dust in accordance with the descriptions and instructions in this manual.

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• Insert the aspiration mouth of the flexible hose (C) into the joint (D) (fig.1) turning it until it connects.

• Connect the extension tubes (A) to the flexible hose (C).

• Choose the required accessory and connect it to the telescopic tube.

• Unwind the supply cable (fig. 2) by pulling it by the plug (12) and connect it to the mains.

• Push the mains ON/OFF switch (1) and start vacuum cleaning (fig. 3).

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This device placed on the handle allows you to change the suction power for the type of cleaning you want to do, or to promptly release in case of accidental suction (ex. curtains). It is suggested to operate with the variator open on curtains, carpets, couches and so on. Turn the variator until the hole on the handle is uncovered. To suck up again at maximum power, turn the ring until the hole is covered.

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• Before storing the vacuum cleaner, rewind the power supply cable by pushing the button (2) as shown in fig. 4.

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The use of the shoulder belt allows to easily clean stairs, curtains etc. with both hands free. Wear the shoulder belt as shown in fig. 5, this will avoid the shoulder belt falling off the shoulder and consequent possible damage to the appliance. Lift the appliance holding it tightly by the handle. Introduce from upwards the tongue (14a) of the spring catch (14) into the guide of the accessories storage placed on the back of the appliance, as shown in fig. 6. Make sure to push in until the safety closure is locked. Now you can start vacuum cleaning.

Note: this working position of the machine does not

compromise its functioning.

HOW TO REMOVE THE SHOULDER BELT

Put the appliance on a steady surface. Using the groove (14b), lift the safety closure and slip it off upwards.

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Before any kind of maintenance, make sure that the supply cable is not connected to the mains.

ATTENTION! Push the button (5) only if you want to replace the dust bag, as indicated in the "replacing the dust bag" paragraph.

REPLACING THE DUST BAG

The performance of the appliance depends on how full the dust bag is. When the suction noticeably decreases, it is necessary to replace the dust bag. Push the button (4) and at the same time lift the cover (6) as shown in fig. 7. Position the appliance over a dust bin, then push the button (5), the dust bag is released from the holder and will fall into the dust bin (fig. 8).

INSERTING A NEW DUST BAG

Insert the lower edge of the dust bag cardboard support (7) into the guide and push, inserting the upper edge of the cardboard support into the two upper guides. Check that the hole of the bag corresponds to the one of the mouth (fig. 9). Put the cover back by first making the two hooks go into their grooves, then push downwards until you hear the click (fig. 9 bis)

REPLACING THE AIR INLET FILTER (13)

Lift the cover as indicated in the "Replacing the dust bag" paragraph. Take out the air inlet filter and replace it with a new one (10). If the air inlet filter is damaged, replace it.

Note: it is recommended to replace the filter every five times

you replace the dust bag.

REPLACING THE AIR OUTLET FILTER (10)

Push the lever placed on the air outlet grill (9) and lift it (fig.11). Remove the filter and replace it with a new one (Fig. 12). Put the air outlet grill back in its position. If the filter is damaged, replace it. Note: it is recommended to replace the filter every five times

you replace the dust bag.

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The accessories storage allows you to fix the accessories on the appliance body or on the handle. Installation on the handle: insert one of the rings of the accessories holder on the handle. Repeat the same operation for the accessories that you want to keep at hand. Installation on the appliance body: make the groove of the accessories holder run into the guide on the back of the appliance, as shown in fig. 13.

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Insert the brush. If you move the selector on the brush (B1) by pressing with your foot, you can change the suction surface without bending down. The position with the bristles outside is recommended for all floors. The position without bristles is recommended for carpets and rugs.

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TROUBLE

• The suction power decreases

CAUSE

• The air inlet filter, the mouth, the flexible hose or the

telescopic tube are obstructed

• The dust bag is full.

SOLUTION

• Clean the filter and take out any obstructions in the tubes

• Replace the dust bag

TROUBLE

• Dust leakage during vacuum cleaning

CAUSE

• The suction flexible hose is not correctly connected

• The air inlet filter is missing or it has been wrongly placed

SOLUTION

• Connect the flexible hose correctly

• Place the air inlet filter correctly or replace it

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Attention! Do not use the appliance without reading the instructions.

• In case of damage or malfunction, do not attempt to disassemble the appliance but contact the nearest Polti Authorised Service Centre.

• Do not allow children to use the machine or any others who may not know how to operate it.

• Do not touch the appliance with wet hands or feet, or with bare feet, when it is plugged into the mains.

• In order not to compromise the safety of the appliance, only use original spare parts and accessories, approved by the manufacturer.

• Do not use the appliance if the supply cable or other important parts of the unit are damaged.

• If the supply cable is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or by its authorized Service Centre.

• Do not suck up acids or solvents, which may cause serious damage to the appliance and especially do not suck up explosive liquids, inflammable gases, explosive powders, benzines, paints, fuel oil, which may cause explosions if they come in contact with the sucked up air.

• Do not use the appliance outdoors or on wet surfaces or to suck up liquids.

• Do not suck up hard or sharp objects, hot cinders or lit cigarettes or similar.

• Do not use the appliance in environments where there is danger of explosion.

• Do not suck up objects on fire or that are hot.

• Never immerse the appliance in water.

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The filters and the dust bags are sold by Polti authorized Service Centres and by quality electrical retailers. We recommend to use manufacturer's original spare parts only.

• Polti declines liability for any damage or accident de-

rived from any use of Aspirapolti AS 400 which is not in conformity with the instructions contained in this booklet.

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No earth required. Ensure the mains voltage suits your appliance.

Fitting the mains plug important

The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:

• Blue: Neutral

• Brown: Live

The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the Terminal which is marked with the letter “N” or coloured BLACK.

The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the Terminal which is marked with the letter “L” or coloured RED.

It is important that the outer sheath is clamped correctly into the 3-pin plug.

If in doubt consuot your local Service Dealer or qualified electrician before the machine is used.

A 13 AMP FUSE MUST BE FITTED TO THE MAINS PLUG.

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