Samsung SC8790 User Manual

✻ Before operating this unit, please read the instructions carefully.
✻ For indoor use only.

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safety information

SAFETY INFORMATION

•

Before operating the appliance, please read this manual thoroughly and retain

it for your reference.

•

Because these following operating instructions cover various models,

the characteristics of your vacuum cleaner may differ slightly from those
described in this manual.

WARNING

WARNING

CAUTION/WARNING SYMBOLS USED

WARNING

Indicates that a danger of death or serious injury exists.

CAUTION

Indicates that a risk of personal injury or material damage exists.

OTHER SYMBOLS USED

Represents something you must NOT do.

Represents something you must follow.

Indicates that you must disconnect the power plug from the socket.

2_ safety information

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

1. Read all instructions carefully. Before switching on, make sure that the voltage of your
electricity supply is the same as that indicated on the rating plate on the bottom of the
cleaner.

2. WARNING : Do not use the vacuum cleaner when rug or floor is wet.

Do not use to suck up water.

3. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children. Do

not allow the vacuum cleaner to be used as a toy. Do not allow the vacuum cleaner
to run unattended at any time. Use the vacuum cleaner only for its intended use as
described in these instructions.

4. Do not use the vacuum cleaner without a dust bin. Empty the dust bin before it is full

in order to maintain the best efficiency.

5. Do not use the vacuum cleaner to pick up matches, live ashes or cigarette butts.

Keep the vacuum cleaner away from stoves and other heat sources. Heat can deform
and discolour the plastic parts of the unit.

6. Avoid picking up hard, sharp objects with the vacuum cleaner as they may damage

the cleaner parts. Do not stand on the hose assembly. Do not put weight on the hose.
Do not block the suction or the exhaust port.

7. Switch the vacuum cleaner off on the body of the machine before unplugging from

the electrical outlet. Disconnect the plug from the electrical outlet before emptying the
dust bin. To avoid damage, please remove the plug by grasping the plug itself, not by
pulling on the cord.

8. 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.

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

10. The plug must be removed from the socket outlet before cleaning or maintaining the

appliance.

11. The use of an extension cord is not recommended.

12. If your vacuum cleaner is not operating correctly, switch off the power supply and

consult an authorized service agent.

13. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its service

agent or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.

14. Don’t carry the vacuum cleaner by holding the hose.

Use the handle on the vacuum cleaner set.

15. Unplug the cleaner when not in use. Turn off the power switch before unplugging.

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contents

AssemblING The CleANeR

05

05 Assembling the Cleaner

OpeRATING The CleANeR

06

06 Power cord
06 Power control

mAINTAIN TOOls ANd fIlTeR

08

08 Using accessory
09 Maintain floor tools
11 Emptying the dust bin
12 Cleaning the dust pack
14 Cleaning the motor protection filter
14 Cleaning the outlet filter

15 Change the battery

TROUbleshOOTING

16

4_ contents

assembling the cleaner

• For storage, park the oor nozzle.

assembling the cleaner _5

01 ASSEMBLING THE CLEANER

• Please do not press the button

of dust bin handle when
carrying machine.

OPTION

operating the cleaner

POWER CORD

6_ operating the cleaner

• When removing the plug from the electrical outlet, grasp the

plug, not the cord.

CAUTION

POWER CONTROL (INFRARED CONTROL)

Don’t cover the handle sender when you use a handle control button.

3. Using Auto mode

Press the Auto button to operate the vacuum cleaner automatically.

- hOse

1. Vacuum cleaner ON/OFF(

)

Press the ON/OFF button to operate the

vacuum cleaner. Press again to stop the

vacuum cleaner.

2. Vacuum cleaner (-,+)

Press the MODE button repeatedly to select

the correct mode.

(ON) MIN → MID → MAX

Handle Control

The cleaner is controlled by using

infrared signals.

sender

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02 OPERATING THE CLEANER

If the remote control is not working, the
cleaner can be operated using the control
button on the body of the machine.

- bOdY

Press the power control button repeatedly to select

the correct mode.

(ON(MAX) → OFF)

The IR light indicates the part that receives the infra-red signal from the handle
control.

The filter light is illuminated when the dust pack requires checking or emptying.
An audio signal will also sound.

This indicates that the automatic suction mode is selected. The level of suction
is indicated by the LED display.

POWER CONTROL

8_ maintain tools and filter

maintain tools and filter

USING ACCESSORY

Pipe

• Adjust the length of the telescopic pipe by sliding

the length control button located in the center of the
telescopic pipe back and forth.

• To check for blockages, separate the telescopic pipe

and adjust to shorten. This allows for easier removal
of waste clogging the tube.

Accessory

• Push the accessory on to the end of

the hose handle.

• To use the dusting tool, push the

accessory on to the end of the hose
handle.

• To use the upholstery tool, push the

accessory on to the end of the hose
handle.

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03 MAINTAIN TOOLS AND FILTER

maintain tools and filter

MAINTAIN FLOOR TOOLS

Elbow Extending Tube (Option)

1.

Connect the elbow extending tube to connecting part for hose knob and telescopic pipe.

2. Fit the telescopic pipe to the lower part of the elbow extending tube.

3. Press the PUSH button.

4. With the PUSH button pressed, the elbow extending tube is folded.

5. Using the elbow extending tube allows hard to reach areas (e.g. under furniture)to be
cleaned without having to kneel down.

1 2 3 4

5

2-Step Brush (Option)

•

Adjust the inlet lever according to the floor surface.

•

Remove waste matter completely if the inlet is blocked.

Carpet Cleaning Floor Cleaning

3 Way Brush (Option)

•

Adjust the inlet lever according to the floor surface.

•

Remove waste matter completely if the inlet is blocked.

Carpet Cleaning Floor Cleaning

•

Vacuum dust in wide area at once.

•

Remove waste matter completely if
the inlet is blocked.

Parquet Master Brush (Option)

10_ maintain tools and filter

maintain tools and filter

Blanket Brush(Option)

1

Turbine

Brush

2 3

For picking up pet hair

and fibre on upholstery

and bed linen.

Use for bedclothes only. Be cautious not to damage brush during unclogging.

CAUTION

1. Remove waste matter completely when inlet is blocked.

2. Turn the lock button to ( ), and remove.

3. To reassemble, align the cover to the front of the main body and close. After closing
the cover, ensure that the lock button is turned to the( ) position.

•

Vacuum dust in wide area at once.

•

Remove waste matter completely if
the inlet is blocked.

Parquet Brush (Option)

Please be careful not to damage the brush.

CAUTION

Frequent vacuuming of hair or pet fur may cause a falling-off of the rotation due to
matters tangled around the drum. In this case, clean the drum with care.

1. Turn the lock button to unlock position use the like coin ( ).

2. Remove the guide air use the like coin.

3. Remove waste matter such as dust and hair tangled around the brushbar using scissors.

4. Remove dust inside the brush housing using a dry duster or crevice tool.

5. Assemble the guide air.

6. Turn the lock button to lock position use the like coin ( ).

Super turbine brush (Option)

1 2

4 5

3

6

For improved
pickup of pet

hair and fibre on

carpets.

EMPTYING THE DUST BIN

maintain tools and filter

03 MAINTAIN TOOLS AND FILTER

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Once dust reaches the dust full
mark, empty the dust bin.

Throw the dust away in the bin.

Take the dust bin out by
pressing the button.

After emptying the dust bin,
remove the obstacles like hair,
fur on the cap of the dust bin.

Separate the dust bin cover.

Before use, push the dust bin
into the main body and press
the cover dust of the vacuum
cleaner until you hear the
“click” sound.

4 5 6

1 2 3

You may rinse the dust
bin with cold water.

- Empty into a plastic bag.
(recommended for asthma/allergy sufferers)

Option

When emptying any vacuum cleaner it is difcult to avoid exposure
to dust. To minimize this risk, Please ensure that you encase the

dust pot in a large bag to empty it and close the bag as tightly as
possible round the pot. Remove the pot and close the bag as
tightly and quickly as possible and dispose of this immediately.
it is advisable to wear disposable gloves and a face mask while
emptying the cleaner. If at all possible, ask a non allergy sufferer to
empty the dust pot when required.

12_ maintain tools and filter

CLEANING THE DUST PACK

WHEN TO CLEAN THE DUST PACK

maintain tools and filter

• The lamp will turn red when suction is reduced. If the

light comes on, please clean the dust pack.

• Turn the vacuum power to

‘MAX’.

When suction is noticeably reduced continuously, please cleaning the dust pack.

• If the filter check indicator turns red with

the inlet floating 10cm above flat floor,
clean the dust pack.

Handle ControlBody Control

03 MAINTAIN TOOLS AND FILTER

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Make sure the lter is completely dry before putting it back into the vacuum

cleaner. Allow 12 hours for it to dry.

CLEANING THE DUST PACK

1

4

7

2

5

3

6

Remove the dust bin and
dust pack as shown.

Remove the fixed frame
of the dust pack cover.

Before reassembly, align the
dust pack cover and dust
pack correctly.

Put the assembled dust pack into the

main body.

Remove the sponge and
filter from the dust pack.

Wash the sponge and the

filter of the dust pack with
water.

Let the sponge and filter dry
in the shade for more than
12 hours.

Put the sponge and lter into

the dust pack.

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14_ maintain tools and filter

CLEANING THE MOTOR PROTECTION FILTER

maintain tools and filter

• Take out both the dust bin and the dust pack.

• Remove the motor protection filter from the mian

body. Shake and tap the dust from it and put back in
machine.

CLEANING THE OUTLET FILTER

Make sure the lter is completely dry before putting it back into the vacuum

cleaner. Allow 12 hours for it to dry.

1 2 3

Remove the dust bin and

HEPA Filter as shown.

Clean the HEPA Filter.

Let the HEPA Filter dry in the

shade for more than 12 hours.

4

Put assemble HEPA Filter into the main body.

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03 MAINTAIN TOOLS AND FILTER

maintain tools and filter

CHANGE THE BATTERY

1. When the vacuum cleaner does not work, replace

the batteries. If the problem persists, please
contact our authorized dealer.

2. Use 2 batteries of size AAA.

BATTERY TYPE : AAA Size

1. Never disassemble or recharge the batteries.

2. Never heat up the batteries or throw them into fire.

3. Do not reverse (+), (-) poles.

4. Dispose of the batteries property.

CAUTION

troubleshooting

pROblem sOlUTION

Motor does not start

• Check cable, pulg and socket.

• Leave to cool.

Suction force is gradually
decreasing

• Check for blockage and remove.

Cord does not rewind fully • Pull the cord out 2-3m and push down the cord rewind button.

Vacuum cleaner does
not pick up dirt

• Check hose and replace if required.

Low or decreasing suction

• Please check lter and, if required, clean as illustrated in the
instructions. if lters are out of condition change them to new ones.

Body overheating • Please check lters, If required clean as illustrated in the instruction.

Static electicity discharge • Please decrease power suction.

This Vacuum cleaner is approved the following.
EMC Directive : 2004/108/EEC
Low Voltage Directive : 2006/95/EC

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