Samsung SC8821 User Manual

Vacuum Cleaner

user manual

SC88** series

This manual is made with 100 % recycled paper.

✻ 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

WARNING

WARNING

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.

CAUTION/WARNING SYMBOLS USED

WARNING

CAUTION

OTHER SYMBOLS USED

This vacuum cleaner is designed for domestic household use only. Do not use this

WARNING

vacuum cleaner to clear building waste or debris. Do not use this vacuum cleaner with
any of the fi lters removed as this could cause damage to the internal components and
void your warranty.

Indicates that a danger of death or serious injury exists.

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

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

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 fl oor is wet.

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 effi ciency.

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 qualifi ed 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.

Do not use to suck up water.

safety information _3

contents

ASSEMBLING THE CLEANER

05

OPERATING THE CLEANER

06

MAINTAIN TOOLS AND FILTER

08

TROUBLESHOOTING

15

05 Assembling the Cleaner

06 Power cord
06 On/Off switch
06 Power control

08 Using accessory
09 Maintain fl oor tools
11 Emptying the dust bin
12 Cleaning the dust pack
14 Cleaning the outlet fi lter

14 Change the battery (optional)

4_ contents

assembling the cleaner

OPTION

01 ASSEMBLING THE CLEANER

• Please do not push the button
of dust bin handle when carrying
machine.

• For storage, park the fl oor nozzle.

assembling the cleaner _5

operating the cleaner

POWER CORD

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

CAUTION

ON/OFF SWITCH

plug, not the cord.

POWER CONTROL

REMOTE-CONTROL TYPE (INFRARED CONTROL) (OPTIONAL)

- 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 (+) button to operate the

vacuum to high suction power. Press the
(-) button to operate the vacuum to low
suction power.

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

6_ operating the cleaner

The cleaner is controlled by using

sender

Handle Control

infrared signals.

- BODY

Press the power ON/OFF button repeatedly to start
and to stop the vacuum cleaner.
(OFF → ON → OFF)

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

1

02 OPERATING THE CLEANER

3 2

1

2

3

The ON/OFF button operates the vacuum cleanner or stops it.

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

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

BODY-CONTROL TYPE (OPTIONAL)

- HOSE

To reduce suction for leaning draperies, small rugs, and
other light fabrics, pull the tap air until the hole is open.

- BODY (VOLUME TYPE ONLY)

To control power level, just slide the power control
bottom right and left.

MIN = For delicate fabrics, e.g.net curtains.
MAX = For hard fl oors and heavily soiled carpets.

operating the cleaner _7

maintain tools and fi lter

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 (OPTIONAL)

• Push the accessory on to the end of

the hose handle.

• Pull out and turn the dusting brush

for cleaning delicate areas.

• To use the upholstery tool, push the

accessory on to the end of the hose
handle in the opposite direction.

8_ maintain tools and fi lter

MAINTAIN FLOOR TOOLS

2-STEP BRUSH (OPTION)

Carpet Cleaning Floor Cleaning

• Adjust the inlet lever according to the fl oor surface.

• Remove waste matter completely if the inlet is blocked.

POWER PET PLUS BRUSH (OPTION)

1 2 3

03 MAINTAIN TOOLS AND FILTER

For improved

pickup of pet

hair and fi bre on

carpets.

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. Push the Open button of the transparent screen cover to separate the cover.

2. Remove the brushbar from the transparent screen.

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. Insert brushbar into rotating belt and assemble.

6. Click the transparent screen cover back into place to reassemble.

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PARQUET MASTER BRUSH (OPTION)

•

Vacuum dust in wide area at once.

•

Remove waste matter completely if
the inlet is blocked.

maintain tools and fi lter _9

maintain tools and fi lter

PET BRUSH (OPTION)

For improved pick-up of pet hair and fi bre on carpets.
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.

BLANKET BRUSH (OPTION)

Clogs on turbine keep brush from turning, thus need to be
unclogged as follows.
For picking up pet hair and fi bre on upholstery and bed linen.

Remove waste matter completely when inlet is blocked.

Turn the lock button to ‘UNLOCK’, and remove waste
matter.

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 ‘LOCK’ position.

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

WARNING

10_ maintain tools and fi lter

Turbine

Brush

EMPTYING THE DUST BIN

12 3

03 MAINTAIN TOOLS AND FILTER

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

45 6

Throw the dust away in the
bin.

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

Take the dust bin out by
pushing the button.

Close the dust bin cover.

Separate the dust bin cover.

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

You may rinse the dust bin
with cold water only.

maintain tools and fi lter _11

maintain tools and fi lter

CLEANING THE DUST PACK

WHEN TO CLEAN THE DUST PACK

• 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’.

ON(MAX) ➞ OFF

Body Control

• If the fi lter check indicator turns red with the inlet

fl oating 10cm above fl at fl oor, clean the dust pack.

When suction is noticeably reduced continuously or vacuum cleaner abnormally
overheats, please clean the dust pack.

12_ maintain tools and fi lter

Handle Control

CLEANING THE DUST PACK

1

Remove the dust bin. Separate the dust bin cover.

4

Separate the dust pack.

7

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

10

2

5

Remove the sponge and
fi lter from the dust pack.

8

Put the sponge and fi lter into
the dust pack.

11 12

3

03 MAINTAIN TOOLS AND FILTER

Remove the fi xed frame of
the dust pack cover.

6

Wash the sponge and the
fi lter of the dust pack with
water.

9

Put the assembled dust
pack into the cover.

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

Make sure the fi lter is completely dry
before putting it back into the vacuum
cleaner. Allow 12 hours for it to dry.

Close the dust bin cover.

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

maintain tools and fi lter _13

maintain tools and fi lter

CLEANING THE OUTLET FILTER

12

Press the fi xed frame part at the back of
the main body to remove.

Remove and replace the
blocked outlet fi lter.

Remove the dust bin and HEPA Filter as
shown.

• When suction is noticeably reduced
continuously or vacuum cleaner abnormally
overheats, please clean the outlet fi lter.
Note. Do not wash HEPA fi lter.
If cleaning does not resolve the problem
Please replace blocked out fi lter.

• Replacement fi lters are available at your
local Samsung distributor.

CHANGE THE BATTERY (OPTIONAL)

1. When the vacuum cleaner dows not work, replace the batteries.

If the problem persists, please contact our authorized dealer.

2. Use 2 batteries of size AAA.

1. Never disassemble or recharge the batteries.

WARNING

2. Never heat up the batteries or throw them into fi re.

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

4. Dispose of the batteries property.

14_ maintain tools and fi lter

BATTERY TYPE : AAA Size

troubleshooting

PROBLEM SOLUTION

Motor does not start

Suction force is gradually
decreasing

Cord does not rewind
fully

Vacuum cleaner does not
pick up dirt

Low or decreasing
suction

Body overheating

Static electicity discharge

• Check cable, pulg and socket.

• Leave to cool.

• Check for blockage and remove.

• Pull the cord out 2-3m and push down the cord rewind
button.

• Check hose and replace if required.

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

• Please check fi lters, If required clean as illustrated in the
instruction.

• Please decrease power suction.

• This can also occur when air in the room is very dry.
Please ventilate the room to air humidity become a normal.

04 TROUBLESHOOTING

troubleshooting _15

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