
V-9B Battery Tub Vacuum
Operating Instructions
Dowding & Plummer Ltd.
Calthorpe House
Stockeld Road
Birmingham B27 6AP
Tel: 0121 706 5771
Fax: 0121 708 1052
email: sales@victoroorcare.com
www.victoroorcare.com

Technical Data
Product Code V-9B
Voltage (V) 24
Motor Power Rating (Watts) 400
Airow (l/s) 34
Waterlift (mm) 1100
Weight with Batteries (kg) 8.4
Noise Level (dBA) <50
Dimensions (L x W x H) (mm) 400x345x435
Capacity (Litres) 9
Charge Time (Min) 210 approx
Runtime (Min) 65 approx
Specication
Basic Operation
Connecting the Hose
Insert the hose end into the tub and
twist to secure.
Connecting the Battery
Insert the connector from the
powerhead into the connector on
the battery case and click together.
Switching the Machine On and O
To turn the machine on, make sure the
battery is connected and press the switch
to the 1 position. To stop the machine
press the switch to the O position.

Charging the Battery
Make sure that the machine is
switched o and the power head is
disconnected from the battery, by
pulling out the connector.
Connect the charger to the battery
by pushing the charger plug into the
socket on the machine. Make sure that
it clicks into place securely.
When the charger is connected to the machine you can plug the charger into the
mains socket and turn the power on.
The charger will display two red
lights which show that the battery is
charging. During the nal phase of
charging one of the lights with ash
green. Charging is complete when the
light is solid green.
It is important to remember to turn
the power o at the mains socket and
remove the plug from the mains socket
before removing the charger plug
from the machine.
Charging Charged
Ready for Use

Changing the Bag
To change the bag, rstly unplug the
powerhead from the battery.
Unclip the powerhead from the tub
and lift o.
Lift out the lter. You will now be able
to see the bag. Remove the bag and
close the cardboard ap to prevent
dust and dirt escaping. Dispose of the
bag in your designated disposal area.
Take a fresh bag a push it over the
inlet, make sure that the bag is tted
securely. Replace the lter and the
powerhead. You can then connect
the powerhead to the battery and
continue cleaning.

Safety Instructions
These instructions are very important and should be read and understood by
every user of this machine. A copy of this instruction manual should be held at the
location of the machine for future reference.
Important - Use of this Machine
The V-9B is a battery operated tub vacuum that is designed for dry use only within
commercial environments.
It is not designed to and should not be used to pick up hazardous materials
including but not limited to toxic materials, explosive dust or other combustable
material and it is not suitable for use in an explosive atmosphere. This machine is
not for use in ATEX regulated environments.
The machine should not be used to pick up water or solutions or be used to collect
any warm or ignited materials such as glowing ashes or lit cigarette ends.
This machine should only be used by suitably trained operators, who are familiar
with these instructions.
Regular Maintenance
It is important before every use that the machine is checked for damage. If any
damage is found to the machine or the battery compartment it should be reported
to your supervisor or designated person and the machine taken out of use until
the damage has been repaired by Dowding & Plummer Ltd. Following use, check
the bag. If it is full replace with a new one. Only Victor genuine parts and dust bags
should be tted to this machine and its charger. The use of non-genuine spares or
bags will void the warranty. The use of non-genuine spares will aect the machine’s
performance and could cause damage to the machine.
Filters and bags should be checked and changed regularly. The machine should
always be used with a bag, this helps prolong the life of the lter.

Battery Safety
Under no circumstances should the battery compartment be opened. If you
suspect that there may be a fault with the batteries please contact Dowding &
Plummer Ltd.
Batteries are considered wearing parts and are regarded as consumables for
warranty purposes.
Do not short circuit the batteries.
Service life and operational characteristics will be aected by temperature.
Only charge the battery with the V-9B battery charger (product code - C4956)
Do not charge any other type of batteries with the V-9B charging unit.
Do not remove the battery from its casing.
Check the battery compartment for damage before use.
Do not dismantle the battery comaprtment or battery pack.
Do not apply heat to the battery compartment or pack or store ina condition
outside that described in these instructions.
Do not place the battery compartment or charger in liquid.
Do not charge the battery when the ambient temperature is below 0oC.
If the battery pack or compartment is leaking please contact Dowding & Plummer
Ltd. for details on safe disposal and replacement.
Always observe the battery safety symbols below:-
Battery Pack Disposal
At the end of life the battery pack should be returned to Dowding & Plummer
Ltd. who will dispose of the pack safely and in accordance with all WEEE and
environmental regulations.
Do not throw the battery or machine in the bin at the end of their life. The battery
contains substances that may be harmful to the environment.
Never replace the battery within the compartment and re-use. The only proper way
of disposal and replacement is by returning the machine to Dowding & Plummer
Ltd. who will replace the battery pack with a new one supplied by Dowding &
Plummer Ltd.
Never bury the end of life battery pack or incinerate as the batteries contain
harmful substances.

WEEE and Battery Directives
When the wheelie bin symbol is marked on a product, it means that it should not
be disposed of as unsorted municipal waste. Only discard these items in separate
collections schemes which cater for the recovery and recycling of the materials
contained within. Your co-operation is vital to ensure the success of these schemes
and for the protection of the environment.
Dowding & Plummer Ltd is a registered producer under the WEEE Directive Number
WEEE/ABOO435Y/PRO
Important - Charging Safety
Only charge using the Victor charger supplied with the machine, product code
C4956.
Only place the charger on hard, at and dry surfaces. Do not place the charger on
carpet or other soft furnishings.
Do not place anything on top of the charger.
Do not cover the charger or machine whilst charging or when the mains lead from
the charger is connected to the power socket.
Only charge the battery in a safe designated area.
Before each use check the charger mains cable and plug for damage, if damaged do
not use.
Do not charge in temperatures between 0oC and 50oC.
Do not operate the charger in an explosive atmosphere.
Do not handle the charger with wet hands.
The charger should not be opened and only serviced by Dowding & Plummer Ltd.
The charger should only be used by a trained operator who has read and is familiar
with these instructions.
Do not unplug the charger by by grasping the cable or connecting plug lead.
IMPORTANT NOTE
Battery packs are considered wearing parts and are regarded as consumables for
warranty purposes.

Removing and Installing the Battery Pack
The battery pack should not be removed unless faulty. It is a non-serviceable part
and should only ever be replaced.
The battery pack should only ever be removed by a trained operator approved by
Dowding & Plummer Ltd.
Firstly, remove the powerhead and
lter from the machine. To access the
battery pack, remove the 4 screws from
the lid of the battery compartment.
Lift o the lid to expose the battery.
Turn the lid over and remove the two
screws that attach the red connector to
the battery compartment lid.
Next remove the two screws that
attach the charging socket to the
battery compartment.

Under no circumstances should the battery pack be opened, if you suspect there is
a fault with the batteries please contact Dowding & Plummer Ltd.
For more information on the safe disposal and recycling of this product, battery
pack or charger please contact Dowding & Plummer Ltd on 0121 706 5771.
Wearing the appropriate PPE, carefully
remove the battery. Take care to slide
the charging connector out of the side
of the compartment.
Useful Numbers
Victor Service Department - 0121 765 2352
Victor Sales - 0121 765 2377
email: sales@victoroorcare.com
web: www.victoroorcare.com

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The Floor Care People
The daytime cleaning vacuum, that
delivers more runtime and more power
with less weight.
Cable Free for Daytime Cleaning
Free yourself from the constraints of using cables
with the Victor V-9 Battery Vacuum. Powerful, robust
yet is easy to manoeuvre the V-9 is the choice for
daytime vacuuming.
Lighter for Ease of Use
The V-9B is now even lighter to carry as Victor have
shaved about 25% of its weight.
Longer Run Time
The machine has been completely re-engineered
using the latest battery technology found on electric
cars, which enables the V-9B to deliver over an
hours run time from a single charge.
Longer Life Batteries
The batteries deliver about 1500 charge cycles,
meaning that the batteries should last over 3 years.
More Comfortable to Use
The new 30 degree bend makes the machine more
comfortable for operators to use.
HEPA Filtration
Just as the regular V-9, the battery version
features HEPA fi ltration to help you make a positive
contribution to the indoor air quality.
V-9B
Battery Tub Vacuum
Technical Data
Product Code V-9B
Voltage (V) 24
Motor Power Rating (Watts) 400
Airfl ow (l/s) 34
Waterlift (mm) 1100
Weight with Batteries (kg) 8.4
Noise Level (dBA) <50
Dimensions (L x W x H) (mm) 400x345x435
Capacity (Litres) 9
Charge Time (Min) 210 approx
Runtime (Min) 65 approx

Manual prepared by Dowding & Plummer Ltd
Issue 1
December 2012