SAMSUNG VCC4580, VCC4581V3K User Manual

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Vacuum Cleaner

user manual

English

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

2_ safety information

safety information _3

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.

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.

WARNING

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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. Slide to the Stop(or Min)position before inserting a plug into the electrical outlet.

6. 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.

7. 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.

8. 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 changing the dust bag or dust container. To avoid damage, please remove the plug by grasping the plug itself, not by pulling on the cord.

9. 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.

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

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

appliance.

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

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

authorized service agent.

14. 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.

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

Use the handle on the vacuum cleaner set.

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

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AssemblING The CleANeR

05 Assembling the Cleaner

OpeRATING The CleANeR

06 On/Off Switch 06 Power cord 07 Power control

mAINTAIN TOOls ANd fIlTeR

08 Using accessory 09 Maintain ﬂoor tools 10 Emptying the dust bin 11 When to clean the dust pack 12 Cleaning the dust pack 13 Cleaning the motor protection ﬁlter 13 Cleaning the outlet ﬁlter

TROUbleshOOTING

01 ASSEMBLING THE CLEANER

assembling the cleaner

• Please do not press the button

of dust bin handle when carrying machine.

OPTION

• For storage, park the oor nozzle.

6_ operating the cleaner

operating the cleaner

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ON/OFF SWITCH

CAUTION

• When removing the plug from the electrical outlet, grasp

the plug, not the cord.

1) BODY CONTROL TYPE 2) ON/OFF TYPE

POWER CORD

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02 OPERATING THE CLEANER

POWER-CONTROL

1) SLIDE CONTROL TYPE ONLY (OPTION)

• SLIDE TO THE STOP POSITION

Vacuum-cleaner switches off (stand by mode)

• SLIDE FORWARD TO MAX

Suction capacity increases smoothly up to

maximum.

- BODY (BODY-CONTROL TYPE ONLY)

MIN = For delicate surface e.g. net curtains. MAX = For hard oors and heavily soiled carpets.

2) BODY-CONTROL TYPE / ON/OFF TYPE

- HOSE

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

8_ maintain tools and ﬁlter

maintain tools and ﬁlter

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PIPE (OPTION)

• Adjust the length of the telescopic pipe by sliding

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

USING ACCESSORY

• To check for blockages, separate the telescopic

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

ACCESSORY (OPTION)

• Dusting brush for furniture. shelves, books, etc.

• Crevice tool for radiators, crevices, corners, between

cushions.

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03 MAINTAIN TOOLS AND FILTER

MAINTAIN FLOOR TOOLS

BLANKET BRUSH (OPTION)

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

Remove waste matter completely when inlet is blocked.

PET BRUSH (OPTION)

For improved pick-up of pet hair and ﬁbre 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.

2-STEP BRUSH (OPTION)

• Adjust the inlet lever according to the oor surface. • Remove waste matter

completely if the inlet is blocked.

Carpet Cleaning Floor Cleaning

Turbine

Brush

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.

WARNING

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

10_ maintain tools and ﬁlter

maintain tools and ﬁlter

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EMPTYING THE DUST BIN

Once dust reaches the dust full mark, or sution is noticeably reduced during cleaning, empty the dust bin.

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Take the dust bin out by pressing the button. Separate the dust bin cover.

Throw away dust into the bin. 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.

1 2 3

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

sufferers)

You may rinse the dust bin with cold water.

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03 MAINTAIN TOOLS AND FILTER

maintain tools and ﬁlter

WHEN TO CLEAN THE DUST PACK

- If suction is noticeably reduced during cleaning, please check the dust pack as indicated

below.

If suction is noticeably reduced with the inlet ﬂoating 10cm above ﬂat ﬂoor, clean it.

Turn the vacuum power to 'MAX'.

HANDLE CONTROL

When suction is noticeably reduced continuously,

please cleaning the Dust Pack as shown in the following illustration.

12_ maintain tools and ﬁlter

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CLEANING THE DUST PACK

2. Remove the sponge and ﬁlter from the dust pack.

1. Remove the dust bin and dust pack as shown.

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

3. Wash the sponge and the ﬁlter of the dust pack with water.

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

5. Put the sponge and lter into the dust pack.

6. Put the assembled dust pack into the main body.

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03 MAINTAIN TOOLS AND FILTER

maintain tools and ﬁlter

CLEANING THE MOTOR PROTECTION FILTER

Remove the motor protection ﬁlter from the vacuum cleaner. Shake and tap the dust from it and put back in machine.

Take out both the dust bin and the dust pack.

Replacement ﬁlters are available at your local Samsung distributor.

Press the xed frame part at the

back of the main body to remove.

CLEANING THE OUTLET FILTER

OPTION - MICRO FILTER

Remove and replace the blocked outlet ﬁlter.

OPTION

14_ troubleshooting

pROblem sOlUTION

Motor dows 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 dows 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 ﬁlters 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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