Tesco vc108 User Manual

User
Guide

VC108

Vacuum Cleaner

VC108 Vacuum Cleaner User Guide

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION $There are no user serviceable parts in this appliance.

Unauthorised dismantling or servicing will void the warranty.

To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury:

$If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the

$Read all the instructions carefully before using your

manufacturer or its service agent or a similarly qualified

appliance and keep them for future reference. If you pass

person in order to avoid a hazard

the product on to a third party, include this manual.

$Refer all servicing which involves the taking or putting on of

$Unplug the appliance from the mains supply when not in

parts (other than those specifically referred to in this manual),

use, removing or attaching filters, accessories, the dust cup

to a qualified repair person or approved service centre.

and before cleaning any part of the appliance.

$Do not use attachments or accessories which are not

$When unplugging, hold the plug top, not the power cord.

recommended by the manufacturer. They may cause

$Do not immerse the body of the cleaner or the electrical

malfunction or injury.

cord or plug in water or liquids.

$Do not use harsh abrasives, or caustic cleaners when

$Never leave the cleaner unattended when it is connected to

cleaning this appliance.

the electricity supply.

$Store the appliance away from direct sunlight, with all

$Do not use outdoors in damp or wet weather

accessories detached and out of the reach of children.

$Do not use your appliance indoors in damp or wet

conditions.

Electrical Information

$Do not use attachments or accessories not recommended

Before using this appliance ensure that the voltage of your

by the manufacturer.

electricity supply is the same as that indicated on the rating

$Close supervision is necessary when an appliance is used

plate of the appliance.

near children. Children should not operate this appliance.
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.

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

Class II construction double insulated. This product

$This appliance is for household use. Do not use for any

must not be connected to earth.

purpose not expressly specified in this manual.

$

$

SPECIFICATIONS

Model: VC108
Voltage: 220-240 V AC 50Hz
Power: 1400W( nom) 1600W (max)
Net Weight: 5.5 Kg

Noise level: 86.64dB

When operating your cleaner:

$Do NOT use the vacuum cleaner if it has been dropped, $Use only on dry, indoor surfaces.

damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water.

$Do NOT put any objects into openings.

$Do NOT pull or carry the cleaner by the cord, close a door

$Do NOT use with any filters blocked.

on the cord, or pull the cord around sharp edges or corners.

$Do NOT use without all the filters in place.

$Use the handle to carry and move the cleaner.

Before use check that the dust bag is empty and empty it

$Do NOT run the appliance over the power cord.

frequently during use.

$Do NOT handle the mains plug or cleaner with wet hands.

$Switch the cleaner off before plugging or unplugging the

$Do NOT use the vacuum cleaner to pick up large objects vacuum cleaner into the mains supply.

or objects that are likely to damage the vacuum cleaner.

$Use extra care when vacuuming on stairs.

Do NOT attempt to vacuum long hair, string, pieces of

$Keep all vents openings and attachments free of dust,

cloth, etc. when vacuuming carpets or floors. These may

lint, hair and anything else that may reduce air flow.

clog the vacuum cleaner.

$Keep the end of the hose and all attachments away from

$Keep hair, loose clothing, jewellery, fingers, feet and all

your face and body.

parts of your body away from openings and moving parts.

$If the appliance becomes clogged, switch off and unplug

$Do NOT vacuum hot items; e.g. cigarettes, matches, ashes.

the power cord before clearing the obstruction.

$Do NOT vacuum hard or metal objects, nails pins, etc.

$NEVER leave the cleaner unattended while it is plugged

$Do NOT pick up toxic, or flammable materials or use in into the mains

the presence of explosive or toxic dust, liquids or vapour.

$

$

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IMPORTANT NOTICE - PLEASE READ BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT!

THIS CLEANER WORKS BY SUCKING AIR AT HIGH PRESSURE THROUGH A POWERFUL MOTOR. FOR
EFFICIENT AND SAFE OPERATION IT IS ESSENTIAL THAT ALL THE AIRWAYS AND FILTERS ARE CLEANED
AT REGULAR INTERVALS AND THAT THE DUST IS EMPTIED BEFORE THE DUST CONTAINER IS FULL
AND AFTER EVERY USE OF THE APPLIANCE.

FAILURE TO CLEAN THE FILTERS AND EMPTY THE DUST CONTAINER WILL RESTRICT THE AIRFLOW.
THIS WILL RESULT IN POOR CLEANER PERFORMANCE.

LONG TERM NEGLECT WILL BLOCK THE AIRFLOW AND MAY DAMAGE THE CLEANER BEYOND
REPAIR. ANY DAMAGE CAUSED BY FAILURE TO CLEAN THE FILTERS, AIRWAYS AND DUST CONTAINER

AS SPECIFIED IN THESE INSTRUCTIONS WILL NOT BE COVERED BY THE WARRANTY.

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Your Vacuum Cleaner and its accessories

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Flexible Hose

Flexible Hose

Handle

Hose

Collar

Unpacking The Cleaner

Remove all packaging from the appliance and accessories.
Retain the packaging. If you dispose of it, do so according to
any recycling regulations.

Identify the cleaner components from the illustrations. If any
items are missing or damaged, contact your nearest Tesco store
for assistance. Please have your receipt ready when you call.

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Mains ON/OFF Pedal

Hose Inlet

Front Cover

Cord Rewind Pedal

Front Cover Release

Storage

Hook

Cord Storage

Compartment

Carry Handle

Bag Full Indicator

Air Outlet Filter Cover

Extension

Tube

Tube

Adjuster

Floor

Brush

Tools Assembled

on Accessory Hook

Upholstery

Tool

Crevice

Tool

Accessory

Hook

Attaching the Flexible Hose Attaching the Hose Extension Tube

There are two spring Push the hose handle firmly into
latches at the side of the top of the extension tube.
the Hose Collar. The tube will fit only one way

round.

Press both latches in,
and push the collar
firmly into the Hose
Inlet. Release the
latches and check
that the collar snaps
into place.

You can use the
cleaner using only the hose or with the extension tube fitted.

Press the Tube Adjuster forward and
extend or retract the tube. Release the
adjuster and pull the tube gently back and
forth until it locks into place.

Assembling your Vacuum Cleaner

Spare Bag

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Attaching the Accessories

Push the accessory firmly onto the
end of the hose extension (or
directly onto the hose handle if you
are not using the extension tube).

Parking the Attachments

The crevice tool and the upholstery tool
fit into one another so they can be
parked singly or together.

VC108 Vacuum Cleaner User Guide

Operating your Vacuum Cleaner

To extend the power cord:

When vacuuming:

Gently pull the cord from

Move the vacuum head back and forth over the surface. Use

the recess located in the

even strokes. Do not press- let the cleaner do the work.

rear of the cleaner. The
cord has two marks.

The yellow mark shows

Open and close the

the maximum safe length

airflow slider to vary the

to which you can extend

suction power of the

the cord. If you can see the

cleaner.

red mark the cord has
be en l en gt hened too
much.

Using the Accessories

Never extend the cord

The Floor Brush is adjustable for use on carpets or bare floors.

beyond the red mark or
you may damage the cord

Bare Floors: Press the lever showing the Brush Symbol. The

winding mechanism.

brush and squeegee will appear .

To rewind the cord: Unplug
the cord. Press the Cord
Release Lever. Gently guide
the cord back by hand into
the cleaner until it is fully
rewound. Do not let the cord
return unaided or it may whip
and cause damage or injury.

Using the Appliance

Connect the hose and extensions to the appliance.
Open the airflow slider in the

Smooth Floors: Press the lever showing the Floor symbol to

handle.

retract the floor brush.
Extend the power cord to a usable
length.

The Upholstery tool is useful for

vacuuming soft furnishings and
Plug the unit into the mains and

awkward spaces.
switch on the power.

The Crevice Tool is a dual-purpose

Press the Mains ON/OFF pedal to

tool. Use it extended to vacuum down

switch the power ON. (Press again

the side of cushions, etc. Turn the

to switch the power OFF)

head through 90º to clean curtains,

etc.

Never attach or remove accessories when the vacuum cleaner is switched on.

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General Do's and Don'ts

VC108 Vacuum Cleaner User Guide

When you have finished vacuuming:

$Switch off and unplug the appliance.

Place a new bag in the

$Rewind the power cord.

cradle, return the cradle

$Disconnect the accessories and store the cleaner in the

to its place in the cleaner

vertical position or place the cleaner normally with the

and close the lid.

accessories in the parked position. (See Storage)

Removing the Dust

The Dust bag should be emptied at regular
intervals to prevent clogging, with a loss of
suction power and poor cleaning. When the

Cleaning and Replacing the Filters

'Dust Bag Full' indicator goes red the dust

Clean the two filters often. Failure to clean the filters regularly
bag must be emptied to avoid damage to

will reduce the cleaner efficiency and may shorten its

the cleaner

lifespan.

The Motor Filter is in a cage at the rear of the cleaner.

Lift off the cover and then remove the filter as shown.
Press the top cover release

catch and hinge the
cover up

Lift the filter out from the

cage, and wash it under
Lift the bag in its cradle

running water. Allow to
out of the cleaner.

dry fully.

When it is dry, replace it

in the cage

Brush the outlet

cavity out.

This will help keep

t h e i n t e r n a l

Detach the bag from the

airways clean and

cradle and discard it.

maintain cleaner

performance.

Replace the complete filter in the cleaner.

Do NOT attach or remove accessories when the vacuum
cleaner is switched on.

Do NOT pull the cleaner around the room by the hose.
Do NOT over extend the hose. Trying to reach beyond the

Clearing a Blockage

hose length could cause an accident.
Be especially careful on stairs.
Do NOT pull or carry the cleaner by the cord, close a door on

the cord, or pull the cord around sharp edges or corners. Do
not over extend the cord. Switch the cleaner off and move it to a
closer power point. Use just enough cord to do the job.

Use the carry handle to lift or move the cleaner.
If you are moving the cleaner a long way or up a flight of stairs,

switch off, rewind the power cord and park the accessories.

NEVER operate the cleaner with damaged filters or with a filter

missing. Use approved filters and regularly clean and replace

them.

If the cleaner loses suction this may be due to clogged filters or

a blockage. DO NOT operate the cleaner if the suction is

impaired.

If you suspect a blockage:

$Set the cleaner upright, switch off and unplug immediately.

Empty the dust, check all the filters and clean them.

If this does not remove the blockage:

$Check the extension tubes and accessories visually and

remove any blockage with a stick or broom handle.

please return the unit to your nearest Tesco store together with

Service and spares

the original receipt as proof of purchase. This warranty in no

If you have difficulty obtaining replacement spares, filters

way affects your consumer rights

UK: Waste electrical products should not be
disposed of with household waste.

e for details.

ROI: Produced after 13th August 2005. Waste
electrical products should not be disposed of with
household waste. Please recycle where facilities

Your appliance is covered by a warranty for 12 months from

exist. Check with your Local Authority or retailer for

the date of purchase. If a fault develops during this period,

recycling advice.

, etc.
contact the TESCO electrical help line on 0845 456 6767.
Please have your purchase receipt with you when you call.

Separate
disposal facilities exist, for your nearest facilities see
www.recycle-more.co.uk or in-stor

Warranty

This appliance is intended only for household use. It must be
properly installed and operated in accordance with these
instructions. Failure to do this will invalidate the warranty.

Tesco Stores Ltd Delamare Road, Cheshunt, Herts, EN8 9SL

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When you have finished Vacuuming:

Switch the cleaner off and unplug from the mains.

Empty the dust bag and clean the filters

Wipe the cleaner body with a damp cloth and dry thoroughly. Do NOT allow
water or liquids to penetrate the vacuum cleaner. This could be dangerous.

Store the cleaner safely out of the reach of children and pets.

The cleaner can be stored upright on its base with the hose and accessories
disconnected and separately stored. Alternatively, it may be stored in the normal
position with all accessories parked as shown in the illustration opposite

VC108 Vacuum Cleaner User Guide

The Inlet Filter is If there is any dirt around

located at the rear of the inlet cavity carefully
the dust compartment. brush it out. This will help

keep the internal airways
clean and maintain top

Open the cleaner and

cleaner performance.

remove the bag to
expose the filter. Lift the
filter out.

When the filter is thoroughly dry replace it in the inlet.

Lift the filter out from the cage, and wash it under running
water. Allow to dry fully.

Place a new bag in the
cradle, return the cradle

to its place in the cleaner
and close the lid.

When it is dry, replace it in the cage