Samsung VCDC12, VCDC20, VCDC12 SERIES, VCDC20 SERIES User Manual

Vacuum Cleaner

VCDC12** VCDC20**

user manual

Before operating this unit, please read the instructions carefully.

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safety information

SAFETY INFORMATION

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

WARNING

CAUTION/WARNING SYMBOLS USED

WARNING

CAUTION

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.

Indicates that a danger 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.

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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

ﬂ oor is wet. Do not use to suck up water.

3. 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.

4. Slide to the Stop(or Min)position before inserting a plug

into the electrical outlet.

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

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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.

8. This appliance can be used by children aged from 8

years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved.

9. Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and

user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.

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.

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contents

ASSEMBLING THE CLEANER

OPERATING THE CLEANER

MAINTAIN TOOLS AND FILTER

TROUBLESHOOTING

07 ON/OFF Switch 07 Power Cord 08 Power-Control

09 Using accessory 10 Maintain ﬂ oor tools 11 Emptying the dust bin 12 When to clean the dust pack 13 Cleaning the dust pack 14 Cleaning the outlet ﬁ lter 15 Change the battery (option)

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assembling the cleaner

OPTION

• Features may vary according to model.

• Please do not press the button

of dust bin handle when carrying machine.

• For storage, park the ﬂ oor nozzle.

OPTION

06_ assembling

operating the cleaner

ON/OFF SWITCH

1) BODY CONTROL TYPE 2) HANDLE CONTROL TYPE

• When removing the plug from the electrical outlet, grasp

CAUTION

the plug, not the cord.

02 OPERATING

POWER CORD

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POWER-CONTROL

sender

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.

• BODY (BODY-CONTROL TYPE ONLY)

MIN = For delicate surface e.g. net

curtains. MAX = For hard ﬂ oors and heavily soiled carpets.

HANDLE CONTROL TYPE

• HOSE

Vacuum cleaner MODE (MIN/MID,MAX)

Press the MODE button repeatedly to select the correct mode. (ON) MIN

MID → MAX

→

sender

Handle Control

The cleaner is controlled by

using infrared signals.

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maintain tools and ﬁ lter

USING ACCESSORY

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.

• To check for blockages, separate the

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

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Accessory

• Dusting brush for furniture. shelves, books,

etc.

• Crevice tool for radiators, crevices, corners,

between cushions.

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MAINTAIN FLOOR TOOLS

Carpet Cleaning

Floor Cleaning

Turbine

Brush

2-Step Brush (Option)

• Adjust the inlet lever according to the ﬂ oor

surface.

• Remove waste matter

completely if the inlet is blocked.

Carpet Cleaning

Floor Cleaning

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

Turbine

Brush

maintain tools and ﬁ lter

click

EMPTYING THE DUST BIN

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1. Once dust reaches the

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

4. Throw away dust into

the bin.

- Empty into a plastic bag

(recommended for asthma/ allergy sufferers)

2. Take the dust bin out

by pressing the button.

5. Close the dust bin

cover.

3. Separate the dust bin

cover.

click

6. 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.

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WHEN TO CLEAN THE DUST PACK

HANDLE CONTROL TYPE

BODY CONTROL TYPE

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

indicated below.

Turn the vacuum power to ‘MAX’.

HANDLE CONTROL TYPE

If suction is noticeably reduced with the inlet ﬂ oating 10cm above ﬂ at ﬂ oor, clean it.

When suction is noticeably reduced continuously, please cleaning the Dust Pack as shown in the following illustration.

BODY CONTROL TYPE

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CLEANING THE DUST PACK

1. Remove the dust bin and dust pack as

shown.

2. Remove the sponge and ﬁ lter from the dust pack.

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

water.

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4. Let the sponge and ﬁ lter dry in the shade for more

than 12 hours.

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

6. Put the assembled dust pack into the main

body.

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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maintain tools and ﬁ lter

CLEANING THE OUTLET FILTER

OPTION - MICRO FILTER

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

Replacement ﬁ lters are available at your local Samsung distributor.

Remove and replace the blocked outlet ﬁ lter.

OPTION

14_ maintain

maintain tools and ﬁ lter

BATTERY TYPE : AA

Size

CHANGE THE BATTERY (OPTION)

WARNING

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 AA.

1. Never disassemble or recharge the batteries.

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

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

4. Dispose of the batteries property.

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BATTERY TYPE : AA

Size

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