Samsung VCC88B0H1K-XAA User Manual [en, es, fr]

Vacuum Cleaner

user manual

SC88B* 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

it for your reference.

• Because the 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

Indicates that a risk of death or serious injury exists.

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.

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.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

POLARIZED PLUG INSTRUCTIONS

- To reduce the risk of electric shock, this appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). This plug will ﬁ t in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not ﬁ t fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not ﬁ t, contact a qualiﬁ ed electrician to install the proper outlet. Do not change the plug in any way.

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safety information

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When using an electrical appliance, you should always follow these basic precautions:

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING YOUR CANISTER VACCUM

WARNING – To reduce the risk of ﬁ re, electric shock, or injury:

1. Do not leave the appliance unattended when it is plugged in. Unplug from the outlet when not in use and before servicing.

2. Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.

3. Do not allow the vacuum to be used as a toy. Pay close attention when the vacuum is used by or near children.

4. Use only as described in this manual. Use only manufacturer’s recommended attachments.

5. Do not use with a damaged cord or plug. If the appliance is not working as it should, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, bring it to a service center.

6. Do not pull or carry by the cord, use the cord as a handle, close a door on the cord, or pull the cord around sharp edges or corners. Do not run appliance over the cord. Keep the cord away from heated surfaces.

7. Do not unplug by pulling on the cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.

8. Do not handle the plug or appliance with wet hands.

9. Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with any opening blocked. Keep free of dust, lint, hair, and anything that may reduce air ﬂ ow.

10. Keep hair, loose clothing, ﬁ ngers, and all parts of your body away from openings and

moving parts.

11. Turn off all controls before unplugging.

12. Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.

13. Do not use to pick up ﬂ ammable or combustible liquids, such as gasoline, or use in

areas where they may be present.

14. Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches, or

hot ashes.

15. Do not use without the dirt cup and/or ﬁ lters in place.

16. Do not use the vacuum cleaner in an enclosed space ﬁ lled with vapors given off by oil

base paint, paint thinner, some moth prooﬁ ng substances, ﬂ ammable dust, or other explosive or toxic materials.

17. Do not pick up hard or sharp objects such as glass, nails, screws, coins, etc.

18. Hold the plug when rewinding onto the cord reel. Do not allow the plug to whip when

rewinding.

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contents

ASSEMBLING THE VACUUM

MAINTAINING THE TOOLS AND

FILTERS

TROUBLESHOOTING

05 Assembling the vacuum

06 Power cord 06 On/Off switch 07 Power control

08 Using accessories 09 Maintaining ﬂ oor tools 10 Emptying the dust bin 11 Cleaning the dust pack 13 Cleaning the outlet ﬁ lter

13 Changing the battery

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assembling the vacuum

OPTIONS

01 ASSEMBLING THE VACUUM

• Please do not push the button of the dust bin handle when carrying the machine. (See page 10 for exact location.)

• When storing, park the ﬂ oor nozzle.

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operating the vacuum

POWER CORD

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

CAUTION

ON/OFF SWITCH

plug, not the cord.

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POWER CONTROL

INFRARED REMOTE-CONTROL

- 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

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

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

- 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.

transmitter

02 OPERATING THE VACUUM

Handle Control

The cleaner is controlled by infrared

signals.

3 2

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.

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maintaining the tools and ﬁ lters

USING ACCESSORIES

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.

ACCESSORIES (OPTIONAL)

• Push the accessory onto the end of

the hose handle.

• Pull out and turn the dusting brush

to clean delicate areas.

• To use the upholstery tool, push the

accessory onto the end of the hose handle.

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MAINTAINING FLOOR TOOLS

2-STEP BRUSH (OPTION)

Carpet Cleaning Floor Cleaning

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

• Remove waste matter completely from the inlet if the inlet is blocked.

PARQUET MASTER BRUSH (OPTIONAL)

•

Vacuums dust in a wide area at once.

•

Remove waste matter completely from the inlet if the inlet is blocked.

03 MAINTAINING THE TOOLS AND FILTERS

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EMPTYING THE DUST BIN

12 3

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

45 6

Throw the dust in the bin away.

- To empty into a plastic bag: (recommended for asthma/allergy sufferers)

To remove the dust bin, push the button on the dust bin handle. Then, lift the dust bin out.

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 a “click” sound.

Rinse the dust bin with cold water only.

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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.

TO CONFIRM THE DUST PACK NEEDS CLEANING

• Turn the vacuum power to ‘MAX’.

03 MAINTAINING THE TOOLS AND FILTERS

Body Control

• If the ﬁ lter check indicator turns red with the inlet held 10cm (4 inches) above a ﬂ at ﬂ oor, clean the dust pack.

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

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Handle Control

CLEANING THE DUST PACK

Remove the dust bin.

Separate the dust pack from the dust bin cover.

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

Separate the dust bin cover from the dust bin.

Remove the sponge and ﬁ lter from the dust pack.

Put the sponge and ﬁ lter into the dust pack.

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Remove the ﬁ xed frame of the dust pack cover.

Shake the sponge and ﬁ lter over a garbage can to remove loose dust, then wash the sponge and ﬁ lter of the dust pack with water.

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.

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Close the dust bin cover.

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

CLEANING THE OUTLET FILTER

03 MAINTAINING THE TOOLS AND FILTERS

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

Clean the HEPA ﬁ lter. If cleaning the ﬁ lter does not resolve the problem, replace the ﬁ lter.

Remove the dust bin and HEPA Filter as shown.

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

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

CHANGING THE BATTERY

1. If the vacuum cleaner does not work, replace the batteries in the handle. If the problem persists, please contact an authorized dealer.

2. Use 2 AAA batteries.

1. Never disassemble or recharge the batteries.

WARNING

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

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

4. Dispose of the batteries property.

BATTERY TYPE : AAA Size

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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 electricity discharge

• Check the cable, plug, and socket.

• Let cool.

• Check for a blockage and remove.

• Pull the cord out 2-3m (6.5 - 9.75 ft.) and push the cord rewind button.

• Check the hose and replace if necessary.

• Please check the ﬁ lters and, if needed, clean as illustrated in the instructions. If the ﬁ lters are clogged and cannot be cleaned, replace with new ones.

• Please check the ﬁ lters. If needed, clean as illustrated in the instructions.

• Please decrease power suction.

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

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