Vorwerk kobold VK150 Instruction Manual

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INSTRUCTION MANUAL

Kobold VK150 Vacuum cleaner and accessories

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CONTENTS

Product overview ..................4

Preliminary remark ................ 5

1 For your safety .......... 7

1.1 Intended use ...................7

1.2 Hazards warnings ..............10

1.3 Danger levels ..................14

2 Geing started ...............15

2.1 Aaching the accessory part .....15

2.2 Standby position and

power seing ..................16

2.3 Mains connection ..............18

2.4 Adjusting the height ............20

2.5 Carrying the device ............21

2.6 Switching the device on and oﬀ, seing the power

performance level ..............22

3 Operation ..................23

3.1 Kobold HD50 Hard ﬂoor

aachment ...................24

3.2 Kobold EB370 Electronic brush ..25

3.2.1 Brush-suction .................26

3.2.2 Carpet cleaning with the

Kobold FK370 Freshener kit .....29

3.2.3 Cleaning maresses ............35

3.3 Kobold SP530 Hard ﬂoor cleaner .38

3.3.1 Accessories for Kobold SP530

Hard ﬂoor cleaner .............39

3.3.2 Switching the Kobold SP530 Hard

ﬂoor cleaner on/oﬀ ............41

3.4 Kobold ESS150 Electronic

suction hose ..................48

3.5 Kobold TR15 Telescopic tube .....49

3.6 Kobold PB430 Polsterboy .......50

3.7 Kobold GD15 Window cleaning kit 52

3.7.1 Operating the Kobold Window

cleaning kit ...................54

3.7.2 Cleaning window panes .........55

3.7.3 Allow Koboclear to dry .........56

3.7.4 Vacuum dried Koboclear .......56

3.8 Additional accessories ..........58

3.8.1 Kobold VD15 Variable nozzle .....58

3.8.2 Kobold SD15 So nozzle ........60

3.8.3 Kobold FD15 Flexo nozzle .......61

4 Maintenance ................ 63

4.1 Spare parts and consumable

materials .....................64

4.2 Maintaining Kobold VK150

Vacuum cleaner ...............66

4.2.1 Exchange Premium Filter bag

Kobold FP140/150 .............66

4.2.2 Cleaning and exchaning the Kobold VK150 Motor

protection ﬁlter ................68

4.3 Kobold EB370 Electronic brush ..70

4.3.1 Checking and cleaning ..........70

4.3.2 Exchaning the brushes .........71

4.4 Kobold SP530 Hard ﬂoor cleaner . 72

4.4.1 Checking and cleaning the

sealing lip frame ...............73

4.4.2 Checking the suction channel ....74

4.5 Kobold PB430 Polsterboy .......75

4.6 Kobold Window cleaning kit .....76

4.7 Additional accessories ..........77

5 Troubleshooting ............. 78

6 Disposal and environmental

protection .................. 88

6.1 Disposing of the device .........88

6.2 Disposing of the packaing ......88

6.3 Information on environmental

protection ....................89

7 Warranty ................... 91

8 Services .................... 91

9 Technical details ............92

10 EU energy label classiﬁcation* . 96

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PRODUCT OVERVIEW

Nature and extent of the accessories included may vary. Accessories can be purchased separately and may not be available in

each country. The illustrations shown in this manual are meant to illustrate the functions of the Kobold VK150 Vacuum cleaner

and its accessories. The illustrations may differ with respect to detail and proportions of the actual product.

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LEGEND

Item Kobold VK150 Vacuum cleaner

Power cord

Cable hook (covered), rotatable

Cable channel

Telescopic rod handle

Connector plug

Release key

- for adjusting the handle

Air outlet

Suction value display

Rotating switch (on the back)

Aachment socket

Release buon

- for electronic accessory parts and other accessories

Recessed grip boom

Filter cover

Lever

- to open the ﬁlter cover

Recessed grip top

Motor housing

Cable hook (folding)

Remote release for electronic accessory parts and other accessories

Grip

Main switch

Item Floor care accessory parts

Non-electronic accessories:

Kobold HD50 Hard ﬂoor aachment

- for hard ﬂoor vacuuming

Electronic accessories:

Kobold SP530 Hard ﬂoor cleaner

- for vacuuming and wet cleaning of hard ﬂoors

Kobold EB370 Electronic brush with Kobold FK370 Freshener kit and Kobold MB370 Maress brushes

- for vacuuming and cleaning carpets and maresses

Item Additional accessories

Electronic accessories:

Kobold PB430 Polsterboy

Kobold ESS150 Electronic suction hose

Non-electronic accessories:

Kobold TR15 Telescopic tube

Kobold VD15 Variable nozzle with drilling dust aachment and brush

Kobold FD15 Flexo nozzle with cleaning plate

Kobold SD15 So nozzle

Shoulder strap

Kobold GD15 Window cleaning kit with Kobold GD15 Glass nozzle, Kobold GT15 Glass cloth

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PRELIMINARY REMARK

Congratulations on the purchase of your new vacuum cleaner, the Kobold VK150 Vacuum cleaner. Delivering brilliance and cleanliness, the light and easily manoeuvrable Kobold will stay true to you and your household for many years. Its unique and practical accessories will bring joy to cleaning your household.

BEFORE GETTING STARTED

• Read the instruction manual carefully before using the

Kobold for the first time.

• Keep the instruction manual for future use. It is an im-

portant part of the Kobold and must be kept with it if you pass it on to someone else.

CHARACTERS AND SYMBOLS

The symbols which appear in this instruction manual have the following meanings:

Warning symbol

Reference to Vorwerk’s customer service department/support

Symbol for a helpful tip

Reference to Vorwerk’s Internet website

• Instructions

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SUITABILITY OF THE DEVICES FOR FLOORS

Carpet type EB370 SP530 HD50

Velour carpeting ++ - -

Loop pile carpeting ++ - -

Berber carpeting +* - -

Sisal carpeting +* - -

light, loose carpets +* - -

Deep-pile carpeting (>1.5 cm) +* - -

Silk carpeting +* - -

Carpets with long, interwoven ﬁbres (Saxony)

- - -

Loosely woven carpeting - - -

Flokati, fur - - -

with so function

Tab. 1.1 Suitability of accessory parts for carpet types

The symbols indicate:

++ excellent suitability

+ very good suitability

- not suitable

Note!

• Follow the detailed application instructions in the following chapters.

Hard ﬂoor type SP530 HD50

Sealed wooden ﬂooring (e.g. parquet, beech or oak ﬂoorboards)

Laminate ++ +

Oiled wooden ﬂooring (e.g. ﬂoorboards, parquet made of beech or oak)

PVC, CV, linoleum ++ +

Natural stone ﬂooring (e.g. marble, granite, slate)

Clay ﬂooring (e.g. terracoa) ++

Ceramic tiles and ﬁne stoneware ++ +

Sealed cork ﬂooring ++

Sensitive natural stone ﬂooring (e.g. Solnhofer stone)

Ruged concrete ﬂooring (e.g. washed concrete)

- +

Unsealed wooden ﬂooring made of sowood (e.g. pine, spruce)

Unsealed cork ﬂooring ++

) suitable for dry cleani ng with cleaning clot h Kobold MF520/530 Dry

) with c leaning cloth Kobold MF520/530 So

Tab. 1.2 Suitability of accessory parts for hard wood types

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For your safety

1 FOR YOUR SAFETY

Greatest possible safety is a characteristic of Vorwerk products. The product safety of the Kobold VK150 Vacuum cleaner and its accessories can however only be ensured if this chapter is followed.

1.1 Intended use

Note!

The appliance is not to be used by children younger than 8 years. Children from 8 years on or persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge may only use this appliance in case they have been given supervision or instruction about how to use it safely and they understand what risks are involved. Children should be supervised to ensure they do not play with the appliance. Cleaning and maintenance may not be performed by children without supervision.

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For your safety

KOBOLD VK150 VACUUM CLEANER

The Vacuum cleaner is solely intended for removing dust within domestic areas. The vacuum cleaner may only be used with the corresponding Vorwerk accessories.

• To find out which carpet and hard floors are suitable for using the accessory

parts, refer to tables 1.1 and 1.2 (see page 6).

KOBOLD EB370 ELECTRONIC BRUSH

The Electronic brush may only be used in connection with a Kobold Vacuum cleaner. It is exclusively intended for carpet and maress maintenance. The Electronic brush shall only be used for the carpet described in Tab. 1.1. The Electronic brush must under no circumstances be used with the following carpet types: Furs, ﬂokati, carpets with long, interwoven ﬁbres (Saxony), loosely woven carpets, extreme deep-pile carpets, unsealed cork ﬂooring.

KOBOLD FK370 FRESHENER KIT AND KOBOLD MB370 MATTRESS BRUSHES

The Freshener kit and the maress brushes may only be used in connection with the Electronic brush and a vacuum cleaner by Vorwerk. The Freshener kit and the maress brushes are solely intended for use with dry cleaning powder such as Kobosan or Lavenia. They must not be used with liquid, foam or damp cleaning agents.

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For your safety

KOBOLD HD50 HARD FLOOR ATTACHMENT

The hard ﬂoor aachment is only intended for cleaning even hard ﬂoors in domestic areas.

KOBOLD SP530 HARD FLOOR CLEANER

The hard ﬂoor cleaner may only be used on the hard ﬂoor types listed in Tab. 1.2. The following ﬂooring types must never be wet cleaned: untreated cork ﬂooring, untreated tile ﬂoors, untreated sowood ﬂoors.

KOBOLD GD15 WINDOW CLEANING KIT

The Kobold GD15 Window cleaning kit is exclusively intended for cleaning and maintenance of smooth, non-treated glass surfaces. Suitable are window panes without special ﬁings due to coatings (e.g. lotus eﬀect), mirrors or winter gardens made of glass. Not suitable are ma ﬁnished or structured glass surfaces (e.g. frosted glass in the bathroom, glass with ornaments) or plastic surfaces (e.g. Plexiglass, monitors, TV), as well as windows with open-pored window frames such as auto panes.

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For your safety

1.2 Hazards warnings

Note!

• Read the instruction manual carefully before using the Kobold VK150 Vacuum cleaner for the first time.

• Observe the following notes in particular.

• Keep the instruction manual for future use. It is an important part of the Kobold and must be kept with it if you pass it on to someone else.

Risk of electric shock!

• Always switch the device off before all retrofitting, cleaning and maintenance work and disconnect the mains power cord from the socket.

• Never disconnect the mains power cord from the mains by pulling the connecting cable, but rather by pulling the mains plug connector from the socket.

• Unplug the mains power cord from the socket so the connecting cable can be retracted by the cable winder.

• Do not vacuum either fluids or damp dirt nor damp floor mats or carpets.

• Do not use the device in moist environments.

• You should never use the electronic accessories on wet surfaces or outdoors.

• Never clean your device or your electronic accessories, especially the electrical connections of the Kobold Electronic suction hose, with water or damp cleaners.

• When using your motorised accessory parts, Kobold EB370 Electronic brush and Kobold SP530 Hard floor cleaner, make sure not to pass over the connecting cable or other cables lying on the floor.

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For your safety

Warning! The Electronic suction hose contains electricalconnections.

• Do not use it to vacuum water.

• Do not submerge in water for cleaning purposes.

• The hose must be checked regularly and should not be

used if damaged.

Risk of electric shock!

• Never perform repairs on your device yourself. Repairs to electric devices may only be carried out by the responsible Vorwerk customer service department.

• Do not insert any pointed objects into the electric contacts.

• Do not change the contacts.

• Never carry the device by the connecting cable.

• Do not operate the electrical devices or the connecting cable any further if they are damaged.

• Contact your nearest Vorwerk customer service department in the event of damage.

Fire hazard!

• Do not vacuum glowing ash or burning cigarettes.

Explosion hazard!

• Do not vacuum explosive or easily inflammable substances.

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For your safety

Risk of injury

• Do not vacuum any body parts. Do not vacuum near children or pets.

• Do not vacuum hair with the Polsterboy.

Pinching hazard!

• Stay clear of the rotating parts of the electronic accessory parts.

• Pull the power plug out of the socket before storing the device or leaving it unattended.

Choking hazard!

• Keep small parts such as the Dovina fragrance chips or the cover of the revision opening of the hard floors attachment away from children.

Loss of suitability for allergy sufferers!

• Use only original Vorwerk filters and filter bags. Do not reuse spent filter bags.

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For your safety

Note! Risk of damage from improper use!

• Use original Vorwerk parts only.

• Only operate the device with alternating current voltage and at a connection that was properly installed by a specialist.

• Use the device with the alternating current voltage stated on the type plate.

• Use the device only with the Motor protection filter installed.

• Never use the hard floor cleaner without cloth.

The device fulﬁls the safety instructions of the country in which it was sold by an authorised Vorwerk organisation. When using the device in another country, compliance with local safety standards cannot be guaranteed. Vorwerk therefore rejects any resulting safety risks for the user.

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For your safety

1.3 Danger levels

• For your safety, also observe the hazard warnings specified in the following

sections.

You can identify the hazard warnings in the following sections by the warning symbol and/or a signal word indicating the danger level:

Danger level

Warning

symbol

Signal word Possible risks

Warning!

- Risk of electric shock

- Fire hazard

- Explosion hazard

Caution! - Risk of injury

1 Note!

- Risk of damage from improper use

- Material damage from improper use

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Getting started

2 GETTING STARTED

In this chapter you will learn how to set up your Kobold VK150 Vacuum cleaner for use. You will come to know the basic functions of your Vacuum cleaner and how to handle it properly.

Want to use your Vacuum cleaner for ﬂoor care?

• Start with chapter “2.1 Aaching

the accessory part” on page 15.

Or would you like to use your Kobold above the ﬂoor, e.g. for upholstery, curtains or furniture?

• Then start with chapter

“2.3 Mains connection” on page 18.

2.1 Attaching the accessory part

For ﬂoor care purposes, you can use one of the following accessory parts:

- Kobold EB370 Electronic brush

- Kobold HD50 Hard ﬂoor aachment

- Kobold SP530 Hard ﬂoor cleaner

The aachment process is the same for all three accessory parts:

• Connect the attachment socket



of the Vacuum cleaner to the pivot on the

accessory part



• Make sure that you can hear the attachment socket snap into the pivot.

Fig. 2.1 Aaching the accessory part

(here: Electronic brush)

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Getting started

2.2 Standby position and power setting

Once you have connected the Kobold VK150 Vacuum cleaner to one of the accessory parts, you can set the device into standby position or keep it in power seing.

Caution! Risk of injury from toppling device!

The standby position is used to turn off the device after finishing cleaning.

• In standby position, place the Vacuum cleaner with the accessory part only on horizontal surfaces.

SETTING THE DEVICE INTO STANDBY POSITION

In standby position, the device stands upright and ﬁrmly on the ground. If you wish to put the device away for a quick break or if you have ﬁnished vacuuming, set it into standby position by completing the following steps:

• Move the telescopic handle forward



until it stands upright and you can

hear it snap into the pivot.

ROLLING THE DEVICE

Also, you can conveniently roll the device in standby position to move it to diﬀerent places:

• To do this, tilt the device backward



in standby position so that it stands on

the rollers.

• Then roll it in the desired direction.

Fig. 2.2 Standby position

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Getting started

SETTING THE DEVICE INTO POWER SETTING

In power seing, the Kobold VK150 Vacuum cleaner can be moved freely into all directions on the ground. The following steps describe how to set the device from standby position into power seing:

• Hold the accessory part



firmly in place with your foot and tilt the telescop-

ic handle backwards so that you can hear it snap out of the standby position.

HANGING UP THE DEVICE

To store the Vacuum cleaner, it is possible to hang it on the wall.

• To do this, leave the device in the power setting position.

• Hang the device with the upper opening of the cable hook



onto the wall.

The accessory part thereby hangs pointing downward.

Fig. 2.3 Power seing

Fig. 2.4 Cable hook for haning

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Getting started

2.3 Mains connection

INSERTING THE CONNECTING CABLE

The connecting cable can best be inserted when the telescopic handle



is slightly pulled out. Before using the Kobold for the ﬁrst time, insert the connecting cable as follows:

• Lead the connecting cable through the handle



• Pull the connecting cable through the cable channel on the telescopic handle



downwards.

• Plug the connector plug into the connection socket



until you can hear it

engage.

After inserting the connecting cable, leave it connected to the device. Only

remove the connecting cable when you replace it.

WINDING UP AND UNWINDING THE CONNECTING CABLE

Warning! Risk of electric shock!

• Disconnect the mains power cord from the socket before you wind up the connecting cable.

Caution! Danger of damaging electrical parts!

• Make sure not to damage the device and the connecting cable while winding up.

Fig. 2.5 Inserting the connecting cable

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Getting started

Wind up the connecting cable when not using the Kobold VK150 Vacuum cleaner.

• Push in the cable hook



so that it opens and pull it out.

• Wrap the connecting cable around the cable hook



and the cable hook



on the grip.

Unwind the connecting cable when you would like to use the Vacuum cleaner again.

• To unwind the connecting cable, turn the cable hook



to the right.

The connecting cable will detach from the cord wrap.

• Fold the cable hook



in again.

CONNECTING THE CONNECTING CABLE

• Plug the mains power cord into the socket.Fig. 2.6 Winding up and unwinding the

connecting cable

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Getting started

2.4 Adjusting the height

Caution! Danger of damaging electrical parts!

• Ensure that the connecting cable is freely movable inside the cable channel when telescoping the tube.

• Do not hold the connecting cable when telescoping.

• Ensure that the connecting cable does not get jammed inside the telescopic handle.

ADJUSTING THE HEIGHT

For ﬂoor maintenance, use the release key



to pull the telescopic handle up-

wards. Complete the following steps:

• Press and hold the release key



• Pull out the telescopic handle until you reach the desired height.

• Now release the release key



• Make sure that you can hear the telescopic handle engage.

• If at first it does not engage, move the telescopic handle slightly up or down.

If you wish to turn oﬀ the Kobold VK150 Vacuum cleaner or use it for

cleaning work above the ﬂoor, move the telescopic handle to the lowest position in the previously mentioned fashion.

Fig. 2.7 Release key for adjusting the

handle

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Getting started

2.5 Carrying the device

Warning! Risk of electric shock!

• Never carry the device by the connecting cable.

Before carrying the device, push in the telescopic handle all the way.

USING THE RECESSED GRIPS

To transport the Kobold VK150 Vacuum cleaner or to use it on stairs, maresses or other areas in the room, you can li it by using both recessed grips



• To carry the Vacuum cleaner in upright position, lift it by using the recessed

grip on the top



• To carry the Vacuum cleaner in reverse position, lift it by using the recessed

grip on the bottom



USING THE SHOULDER STRAP (WITH ESS ELECTRIC SUCTION HOSE)

To use the Vacuum cleaner above the ﬂoor, you can also carry it by using the separate shoulder strap:

• Hang the shoulder strap with the hook into the bottom opening



• Hang the shoulder strap with the hook into the cable hook



USING THE SHOULDER STRAP (WITH SGS NON-ELECTRONIC SUCTION HOSE)

To use the Vacuum cleaner above the ﬂoor, you can also carry it by using the shoulder strap:

• Unwind the shoulder strap that is coiled into the recess at the end of the

SGS Suction hose.

• Hook the shoulder strap onto the cable hook and hang it over your shoulder.

• When removing from shoulder, simply use the autowind when feeding back

into recess.

Fig. 2.8 Carrying by the recessed grips

Fig. 2.9 Hook in shoulder strap

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Getting started

2.6 Switching the device on and off, setting the power

performance level

SWITCHING ON THE DEVICE

• To switch on the Kobold VK150 Vacuum cleaner, slide the main switch



forwards.

SETTING THE POWER PERFORMANCE LEVEL

In general, we recommend power performance level A (Automatic). Using the main switch



, you can set the device to the following power perfor-

mance levels:

When using the Kobold EB370 Electronic brush

When using all other accessory parts or accessories:

- A - Automatic suction performance - 1. Level - minimal performance,

- 2. Level - medium performance,

- 3. Level - maximum performance.

(A - in this case A corresponds to the minimal performance)

SWITCHING OFF THE DEVICE

• To switch off the Vacuum cleaner, slide the main switch



all the way back.

Fig. 2.10 Switching on and seing the

power performance level

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Operation

USING THE ROTATING SWITCH

• When carrying the device with the shoulder strap, you can alternately use the

rotating switch



on the backside of the device:

• To switch on the device, turn the rotating switch



to the right.

• To set the device to power performance level A or 1 - 3, turn the rotating

switch



either forward or backward to the corresponding level.

• To switch off the device, turn the rotating switch  back into its initial position.

3 OPERATION

Depending on which accessory part or accessory you are using, continue operation. The following table shows you with which chapter to continue:

Accessory part Case of application Chapter / Page

Kobold HD50 Hard ﬂoor aachment

Vacuuming even hard ﬂoors 3.1 on page 24

Kobold EB370 Electronic brush

Vacuuming and cleaning carpets and maresses

3.2 on page 25

Kobold SP530 Hard ﬂoor cleaner

Vacuuming and wet cleaning of hard ﬂoors

3.3 on page 38

Kobold PB430 Polsterboy

Vacuuming upholstery surfaces and upholstery joints

3.6 on page 50

Additional accessories

Vacuuming furniture surfaces, corners, joints, etc.

3.8 on page 58

Fig. 2.11 Using the rotating switch

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Operation

3.1 Kobold HD50 Hard ﬂoor attachment

The Hard ﬂoor aachment is a special nozzle that allows for cleaning even hard ﬂoors of various types. In contrast to other commercially available hard ﬂoor nozzles, this nozzle is also suited for removing coarse dirt. It can easily move around furniture or stands and vacuums evenly along all skirting boards.

The Hard ﬂoor nozzle can be used as a special nozzle for most ﬂoorings.

• It is still recommended that you check if the usage of the hard floor nozzle is

also suited for your flooring (Table 1.1 and Table 1.2 on page 6).

Caution! Choking hazard from swallowing small parts!

• Keep small parts such as the cover of the revision opening away from children.

Caution! Risk of injury from inner components!

• Do not turn the Kobold HD50 Suction nozzle beyond the end stop.

APPLICATION

• Set the power performance level.

• To vacuum efficiently, move the device back and forth in an even motion.

For an optimal cleaning of hard ﬂoors with deep joints or cracks, we recommend using the Kobold EB370 Electronic brush.

Fig. 3.1 Hard ﬂoor aachment

Legend



Hinge



Revision opening cover – Opening for removing blockages



Suction nozzle



Bristle – covered plate (removable)

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Operation

3.2 Kobold EB370 Electronic brush

Are you using your Kobold VK150 Vacuum cleaner with the Electronic brush? Then this chapter is for you! The electric brush can be used on carpets and hard ﬂoors. Here you will learn everything about its basic function and the bristle suction on carpets and matresses. Furthermore, you will be introduced to the two special functions: carpet cleaning and maress cleaning.

In order to clean carpets more thoroughly, the Electronic brush is equipped with a motor, which drives the integrated roller brushes. The ﬁgure on the le with the legend displays the Electronic brush and its operation elements.

The Electronic brush with its multi-purpose functionality can be used on most carpets.

• It is still recommended that you check if the usage of the Electronic brush is

also suited for your carpet (Table 1.1 on page 6).

Warning! Risk of electric shock!

• When using your Electronic brush, make sure not to pass over the connecting cable or other cables lying on the floor.

Caution! Risk of injury from moving parts!

• Stay clear of the moving parts of the Electronic brush.

Note! Risk of damage from improper use!

• Avoid working with the device on one specific spot for a prolonged period of time.

• Avoid the suction of loose carpets/fringes.

Fig. 3.2 Electronic brush

Legend



Hinge



Foot switch so/normal function



Release key



Front cowling



Operation display



So function control display

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Operation

3.2.1 Brush-suction

The brush-suction process with the Kobold EB370 Electronic brush is the more thorough alternative to conventional vacuuming. The Electronic brush not only vacuums dust and dirt, it also “combs” through the carpet at the same time by applying the rotating roller brushes. This enables the device to li ingrained dirt from between the carpet ﬁbres. This chapter explains how to operate during the brush-suction process.

• Before you start the brush-suction process, read the following notes in order

to select the correct settings for your carpets.

NORMAL AND SOFT FUNCTION

You can set the normal or the so function on the Electronic brush itself. The normal function is suited for a number of ﬂoorings with normal wear resistance. For less wear-resistant, sensitive surfaces, the so function, which has a smaller rotational speed, is the more suitable option.

Activate the soft function before you pass over sensitive surfaces. Switch

on the soft function each time you turn on the device, as it is automatically deactivated once the vacuum cleaner is turned off.

• To switch between the normal and the soft function, press the foot switch



on the Electronic brush.

The so function control indicator



lights up yellow and indicates that the so

function is activated.

Fig. 3.3 Switching between normal and

so function

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Operation

SETTING

In general, we recommend power performance level A (Automatic).

• Select the appropriate setting for your flooring according to “Tab. 3.1 Settings

for floor types” on page 28.

• Set the power performance level accordingly.

• Set the normal or soft function accordingly.

TIPS FOR BRUSH SUCTION

• For an efficient brush-suction process, move the device back and forth in an

even motion.

• To vacuum under furniture with little ground clearance, set the Kobold EB370

Electronic brush to power setting and tilt the Kobold flat on the ground.

Should you switch the vacuum cleaner into standby position, the rotating brushes will turn oﬀ automatically.

Caution! Risk of injury from debris flying out from under the brush!

• Avoid abruptly placing the device on loose, coarse debris (e.g. glass shards), especially at eye level.

• Use the soft function when vacuuming such debris.

• Switch off the Electronic brush before lifting.

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Operation

Power performance level

with normal function for the following ﬂoor types:

with soft function for the following ﬂoor types:

- silk carpeting

- light, loose carpets

- loose carpets with fringes

A or 1-2

- deep-pile carpeting

- very dense velour carpeting

A or 2-3

- conventional velour carpeting

- loop pile carpeting

- Berber-style pile carpeting

- Sisal carpeting

- sensitive deep-pile carpeting

Tab. 3.1 Seings for ﬂoor types

The rotating roller brushes can also mechanically process and finely split

the fringes with the soft function. Only pull the Kobold EB370 Electronic brush away from the carpet when passing over the fringes.

EXAMPLE OF APPLICATION: BRUSH-SUCTION OF CARPETS AND TEXTILE FLOORINGS

• Select the appropriate setting for your flooring according to the overview

“Tab. 3.1 Settings for floor types” on page 28.

• Set the power performance level accordingly.

• If necessary, set the Electronic brush to soft function or normal function by

using the foot switch.

• When vacuuming sensitive surfaces, set the Kobold EB370 Electronic brush to

soft function with the foot switch before you start the cleaning process.

• Move the device back and forth in an even motion.

Fig. 3.4 Vacuum fringes using only

reverse motions

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Note! Risk of damage from improper use!

• Avoid working with the device on one specific spot for a prolonged period of time.

• Avoid the suction of loose carpets/fringes.

• Do not leave the device working on one specific spot for a prolonged period of

time, otherwise you might damage the carpet.

• Always move the device in a constant back and forth motion during operation.

• Make sure that the brushes clean right up to the margin of the front and sides.

• Therefore only vacuum the carpet margins parallel to the edge.

3.2.2 Carpet cleaning with the Kobold FK370 Freshener kit

Simply exchange the roller brushes of the Electronic brush with the Freshener kit and you are ready to clean the carpet like an expert. This chapter explains how to proceed.

Fig. 3.5 Vacuum carpet edge parallel

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Depending on the degree of strain on your carpet, we recommend cleaning

the carpet every 1 - 4 months.

If you wish to work on a larger surface, the best thing to do is to remove all

movable furniture beforehand.

To clean carpets and carpet ﬂoorings, we recommend using Kobosan ac-

tive. It contains the so-called “Anti-Soil” formula. This formula prevents carpets from absorbing dry dirt too quickly, which keeps it clean for a longer period of time. Kobosan active received the TÜV NORD certiﬁcate “Suitable for Allergic People“.

One bag of Kobosan active is enough for 3,5 - 7 square metres of carpet,

depending on the degree of soiling.

Kobosan active can be purchased from your customer representative or at

the service centre (see chapter “8 Services” on page 91).

Kobosan active can also be obtained at our online shop

at .vorwerk-kobold.com

Warning! Risk of electric shock!

• Never use the Freshener kit with liquid, foam or damp cleaning agents.

• Only use dry cleaning powder such as Kobosan active.

• Always switch the device off and disconnect the mains power cord from the socket before all brush replacement, cleaning and maintenance work.

Fig. 3.6 Kobosan

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• Never disconnect the mains power cord from the mains by pulling the connecting cable, but rather by unplugging the mains power cord from the socket.

Note! Risk of damage from improper use!

• Test the colour fastness of the carpet against Kobosan active at an inconspicuous spot before application.

• Do not use the Kobold FK370 Freshener kit on carpet fringes as these could be damaged by the Freshener kit.

• Do not use the Freshener kit with the following floorings:

- carpets with a pile height > 1.5 cm

- needled felt and similar flooring

- coco or sisal flooring.

• Please note that a larger amount of wool abrasion can occur with wool carpets or berber-style pile carpeting.

• Before you start cleaning the carpet, apply the brush-suction process with the

normal roller brushes of the Kobold EB370 Electronic brush as you usually do.

• Afterwards, proceed according to the following instructions:

REMOVING THE ROLLER BRUSHES

• Push the green release key



The front cover will disengage.

• Hold the release key



and open the front cover on  both sides.

• Pull the grey roller brushes



on the left and right hand side out of brush

housing.

Fig. 3.7 Removing the roller brushes

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INSERTING THE KOBOLD FK370 FRESHENER KIT

The Freshener kit consists of two cartridges and two grey roller brushes.

• Insert the Freshener kit cartridge



with the green arrow into the side with the green symbol on the grey cover and the other Freshener kit cartridge into the opposite side.

• Make sure that you can hear the cartridges engage.

• Push the front cover down using both hands to the original position. Make

sure that you can hear the front cover engage.

WORKING IN KOBOSAN ACTIVE

• Distribute Kobosan active evenly onto your carpet.

• Switch on the device. The suction motor will automatically remain disacti-

vated with the Freshener kit in place.

• Move the Kobold EB370 Electronic brush with the Freshener kit back and

forth in adjacent streaks.

• Then move the Electronic brush laterally over the surface covered with

Kobosan active.

• Depending on the degree of contamination, work in the Kobosan active for up

to 3 minutes per square metre.

• Then leave it dry with a window opened. Depending on the type of carpet and

the room temperature, it should take around half an hour to dry.

Before vacuuming Kobosan active:

• Switch the device off and unplug the mains power cord from the socket.

• Insert the grey roller brushes again as follows:

Fig. 3.8 Inserting the Freshener kit

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REMOVING THE KOBOLD FK370 FRESHENER KIT

• Push the green release key



. The front cover will disengage.

• Hold the release key



and unfold the front cover  on both sides.

• Hold the Freshener kit cartridges



by the metal brackets and pull them out

of the tunnel.

INSERTING THE ROLLER BRUSHES

• Insert the grey roller brush with the green end into the side with the green

symbol on the grey cover and the other roller brush into the opposite side.

• Push the front cover back down



using both hands. Make sure that you can

hear the front cover engage.

VACUUM KOBOSAN ACTIVE

• Vacuum Kobosan active with the bound contamination by using the Kobold

EB370 Electronic brush as usual. Potential residue in the carpet is not harmful. It will removed over time during daily maintenance.

Replace the ﬁlter bag in the Kobold VK150 Vacuum cleaner in due time. To

do this, observe the suction value display.

Fig. 3.9 Removing the Freshener Kit

Fig. 3.10 Inserting the roller brushes

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REMOVING OLD STAINS

Note! Risk of damage from improper use!

• Test the colour fastness of the carpet against Kobotex at an inconspicuous spot before application.

Old stains might become more visible aer the carpet was cleaned. In most cases Kobotex will be able to remove these.

• Remove the stains with Kobotex



according the instructions on the bottle.

CLEANING THE KOBOLD FK370 FRESHENER KIT

The Freshener kit must be cleaned immediately aer use.

Warning! Risk of electric shock!

• Never insert the Freshener kit into the Kobold EB370 Electronic brush if it is not fully dried after the cleaning process.

Note! Damage to the device as a result of improper cleaning!

• Never use cleaning agents, solvents or alcohol to clean the Freshener kit.

• Do not dry the Freshener kit near heaters or in direct sunlight, as the plastic may heat up and deform.

Fig. 3.11 Using Kobotex

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• Pull the Kobold FK370 Freshener kit out of the Kobold EB370 Electronic brush

before cleaning.

• To do this, lift the freshener brushes



out of the Freshener kit with your

fingers.

• Hold the freshener brushes in such a way that water cannot flow into the

drive openings



• Rinse off the cartridges



and the freshener brushes  under cold or

lukewarm water.

• To remove the water, shake the Freshener kit.

• Place the freshener brushes onto the drive opening



to dry.

• Make sure to place the freshener brushes with the yellow bristles into the

cartridge with the green arrow when reinserting.

3.2.3 Cleaning mattresses

To clean maresses, exchange the normal, grey roller brushes of the Electronic brush with the maress brushes and you are ready to go. For more intensive cleaning, use the Freshener kit as well. In this chapter you will learn how to proceed.

We recommend Lavenia for cleaning maresses. Lavenia not only easily

removes dust, but also bacteria, mite faeces and mould spores to a large extent. Lavenia received the TÜV NORD certiﬁcate “Suitable for Allergic People“.

Lavenia can be used with all maresses with textile and solid surfaces.

One bag of Lavenia is enough for a thorough cleaning of a 1 × 2 m mat-

tress.

Fig. 3.12 Cleaning the Freshener kit

Fig. 3.13 Lavenia

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Lavenia can be purchased at your customer representative or at the

service centre (see chapter “8 Services” on page 91).

Lavenia can also be obtained at our online shop

at .vorwerk-kobold.com

Note! Risk of damage as a result of incompatible cleaning agents!

• Test the colour fastness of the mattress against Lavenia at an inconspicuous spot before application.

Note! Risk of damage from improper use!

• Avoid working with the device on one specific spot for a prolonged period of time (max. 5 sec.).

• Under no circumstances should you use the Kobold EB370 Electronic brush and the Kobold FK370 Freshener kit to clean special or sensitive surfaces (e.g. jersey).

REMOVING THE ROLLER BRUSHES

• Push the green release key



. The front cover will disengage.

• Hold the release key



and unfold the front cover on  both sides.

• Pull the grey roller brushes



on the left and right hand side out of the

brush housing.

Fig. 3.14 Removing the roller brushes

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INSERTING THE KOBOLD MB370 MATTRESS BRUSHES

• Insert the Mattress brush



with the green end into the side with the green

symbol on the grey cover and the other roller brush into the opposite side.

• Applying a slight twist, push the Mattress brushes onto the drive shaft until

they are completely inserted.

• Push the front cover back down using both hands. Make sure that you can

hear the front cover engage.

CLEANING MATTRESSES

• First, vacuum the mattress using power performance level 1.

• Distribute Lavenia evenly onto your matress.

• Exchange the mattress brushes with the Freshener kit

(chapter “Inserting the Kobold FK370 Freshener kit” on page 32).

• Switch on the device.

• Move the Kobold EB370 Electronic brush back and forth in adjacent streaks.

• Then move the Electronic brush laterally over the covered surface.

• Depending on the degree of contamination, work in Lavenia using the

Freshener kit for 2 - 3 min. per 1 x 2 m.

• Allow the powder to dry for 30 min.

• Exchange the Freshener kit with the mattress brushes

(chapter “Removing the Kobold FK370 Freshener Kit” on page 33).

• Switch the device to power performance level 1.

• Remove Lavenia with the Mattress brushes.

Fig. 3.15 Inserting the Maress brushes

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3.3 Kobold SP530 Hard ﬂoor cleaner

The Hard ﬂoor cleaner enables vacuum cleaning and wet cleaning of hard ﬂoors in only one step – with signiﬁcant savings in time and eﬀort. Additionally, the hard ﬂoor cleaner oﬀers the possibility of dry cleaning.

The Hard ﬂoor cleaner cleans hard ﬂoors particularly eﬃciently. For a particularly thorough cleaning, the Hard ﬂoor cleaner has its own motor which drives the cloth holder with Cleaning cloth. The ﬁgure with the legend shows the Hard ﬂoor cleaner as well as its operating elements.

The Hard ﬂoor cleaner can be used on almost all hard ﬂoor types.

• Nevertheless, before using the Hard floor cleaner, make sure that the device is

suited for your floor (Tab. 1.1 and Tab. 1.2 on page 6).

Warning! Risk of electric shock!

• With the Hard floor cleaner, never run over power cords or cables lying on the floor.

• Do not vacuum liquids.

Caution! Risk of injury from moving parts!

• Keep away from the moving parts of the Hard floor cleaner.

Fig. 3.16 The Hard ﬂoor cleaner

Legend

Joint

Secondary air ﬂap

Holding magnet

Side cover

LED display

Cloth holder with cloth

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3.3.1 Accessories for Kobold SP530 Hard ﬂoor cleaner

CONCENTRATED CLEANING AGENT KOBOCLEAN

Koboclean is suitable for cleaning various waterproof ﬂoors. Thanks to its high cleaning power, even stubborn dirt can be removed reliably. Koboclean meets all legal requirements rearding environmental compatibility and biodegradability.

Koboclean is available as Koboclean Parquet which has been especially developed for cleaning wood surfaces (cork, parquet ﬂoors and laminate) and also as Koboclean Universal for cleaning all other wet wipeable surfaces (e.g. tiles, PVC). The concentrated cleaning agent Koboclean must be diluted before being used. It must not be applied directly.

KOBOLD MF520/530 CLEANING CLOTH

The Cleaning cloths have been especially developed for the Hard ﬂoor cleaner.

The Cleaning cloth is available in the following four types:

- “MF520/530 Parquet” for wet-cleaning wooden ﬂoors (cork, parquet,

la minate),

- “MF520/530 Universal” for all other wet-wipeable surfaces

(e.g. tiles, PVC; also suited for extremely rough surfaces)

- and “MF530 Dry” for dry cleaning hard ﬂoors (see Tab. 3.2 on page 40).

- The “MF520/530 Universal so” Cleaning cloth is particularly suited for

open-pored ﬂoors.

The Parquet, Dry and Universal So Cleaning cloths are not included in the scope of delivery of the basic set.

Fig. 3.17 Concentrated cleaning agent

Koboclean

Fig. 3.18 Kobold MF520/530 Cleaning

cloth

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SUITABILITY OF KOBOLD MF520/530 CLEANING CLOTHS FOR DIVERSE HARD FLOOR TYPES

MF520/530

Universal

MF520/530

Universal

Soft

MF520/530

Dry

MF520/530

Parquet

Moistening (ml) 100 80 - 60-80*

Sealed wooden ﬂoors/cork (e.g. parquet, ﬂoor boards)

+ +

++ ++

Oiled, waxed wooden ﬂoors/cork (e.g. parquet, ﬂoor boar ds)

+ +

++ ++

Unsealed wooden ﬂoors/cork

- - + -

Laminate + ++ ++ ++

Stone ﬂoors (e.g. marble, granite, Jura limestone, artiﬁcial stone)

++ ++

++ -

open-pored natural stone (e.g. Solnhofen stone, slate, clinker plates)

+ ++

++ -

Clay ﬂoors (e.g. terracoa, clinker, brick clay tiles)

+ ++

++ -

ceramic tiles, glazed ++ +

++ -

elastic ﬂoors ++ ++ ++ -

rough concrete plates - - - -

Tab. 3.2 Suitability of Cleaning cloths

Meaning of symbols:

++ excellently suited

+ suitable

- unsuitable

* Follow the cleaning and

care information issued by the manufacturer.

 Cloths contain microﬁber; follow

the cleaning and care instructions of the manufacturer. Follow the cleaning and care information issued by the manufacturer.

On rough ﬂoors, an increased

degree of wear is possible.

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3.3.2 Switching the Kobold SP530 Hard ﬂoor cleaner on/off

Warning! Risk of electric shock!

• Do not vacuum liquids.

Caution! Risk of injury from moving parts!

• Keep away from the moving parts of the hard floor cleaner.

Note! Risk of damage from improper use!

• Before activating the device, make sure that there are no small stones, granulates such as cat litter or other pointed or sharp-edged objects under the Cleaning cloth.

• Never work on the same spot for more than 10 seconds.

• Never leave the device standing on the floor with a wet cloth for a longer period of time (more than 30 seconds). Otherwise, delicate floors may be damaged.

• Never use the Hard floor cleaner without cloth.

• Never leave the Hard floor cleaner standing on floors which are particularly sensitive to moisture.

SWITCHING ON

In order to activate the Hard ﬂoor cleaner, the Kobold VK150 Vacuum cleaner must be switched on ﬁrst:

• Switch on the Vacuum cleaner. The LED display marked with “On”

located at the Hard floor cleaner will light up green, and the Hard floor cleaner will be ready to operate.

• Put the Vacuum cleaner in the vacuuming position.

Fig. 3.19 Switching on the Hard ﬂoor

cleaner

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• Now, close the secondary air flap on the device by stepping onto the flap from

behind. The Hard floor cleaner will start when the flap has been closed.

SWITCHING OFF

In order to deactivate the Kobold SP530 Hard ﬂoor cleaner, the Kobold VK150 Vacuum cleaner must be switched oﬀ.

• Switch off the Vacuum cleaner.

The secondary air flap

will open automatically. The secondary air flap will remain open when the Vacuum cleaner is switched off.

If you want to put down the Hard ﬂoor cleaner for a short period of time only (less than 30 seconds), it is suﬃcient to put the Vacuum cleaner in its parking position.

• Put the Vacuum cleaner in its parking position and leave it switched on. The

Hard floor cleaner will deactivate automatically.

• Put the Vacuum cleaner in the vacuuming position again. The Hard floor

cleaner will be switched on automatically.

Note! Risk of damage from improper use!

• Never use the Hard floor cleaner without cloth.

• When working with the Hard floor cleaner, never use acid cleaning agents (e.g. vinegar-based cleaner) or highly alkaline cleaning agents (e.g. chlorine bleaching).

Note!

• Please also refer to the care instructions issued by the floor manufacturer.

Fig. 3.20 Switching oﬀ the Hard ﬂoor

cleaner

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REMOVING THE CLOTH HOLDER SP520/530 FROM THE DEVICE

Warning! Risk of electric shock!

• For your own safety, switch off the Kobold VK150 Vacuum cleaner at its handle each time that the cloth is replaced and pull out the power plug in addition.

In order to be able to ﬁx the cloth at the Cloth holder, the Cloth holder must be removed from the device ﬁrst.

• Put the Vacuum cleaner in the parking position.

• Hold the Vacuum cleaner at its handle grip and tilt it towards the left-hand

side (A).

• Fold the side cover

upwards in order to open it (B).

• Pull the Cloth holder diagonally downwards

at the handle grip (green)

10a

in order to unlock it (C). The Cloth holder can now be extracted from the device without any problems (D).

MOISTENING THE KOBOLD MF520/530 CLEANING CLOTH

Note! Cloth treatment prior to first use!

• For optimised cleaning performance, we recommend washing the Cleaning cloths before their first use.

Note! Repeated application when first used!

• Due to the special cleaning performance of the Kobold SP530 Hard floor cleaner, it is possible that, when using the device for the first time, floors will have to be cleaned several times in order to remove engrained dirt.

Fig. 3.21 Removing the Cloth holder from

the device

10a

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Afterwards, the Hard floor cleaner will deliver a convincing cleaning performance after each application.

Note! Material damage when used on unsuitable floors!

• For sensitive floors, such as floors which are not permanently sealed (oiled cork, oiled parquet, coated, oiled stoneware), it is recommendable to test the device at a hidden spot first in order to prevent damage to the floor.

• Please also refer to the cleaning and care information issued by the floor manufacturer.

Note! Material damage from standing moisture!

• In the case of floors which are extremely sensitive to moisture, rewipe the floors with a dry Kobold MF520/530 Parquet Cleaning cloth and the Kobold VK150 Vacuum cleaner at full power.

• You should also rewipe the floor with a dry Parquet Cleaning cloth and the Vacuum cleaner at full power if the floor is too moist, e.g. because you have used an incorrect quantity of water.

For cleaning the hard ﬂoor with the Kobold SP530 Hard ﬂoor cleaner, Kobold MF520/530 Cleaning cloths, which have been specially developed for this application, are used. You can use both wet (MF520/530 Universal, Universal so and Parquet) and Dry (MF520/530 Dry) Cleaning cloths.

For wet cleaning, the Cleaning cloth is to be moistened before. The especially-developed SP520/530 Dosing bole for simple, fast and hygienic moistening of cloths enables an exact dosing of the water quantity and the Koboclean cleaning agent.

Fig. 3.22 Filling the SP520/530 Dosing

bole

max.

5 ml

500 ml

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For processed wood surfaces (e.g. oiled/waxed cork, parquet, laminate), please use the Kobold MF520/530 Parquet.

• Open the Dosing bottle

• Take the lower part of the Dosing bottle and hold it diagonally so that the 5 ml

mark is the lowest point.

• Add 5 ml of Koboclean Parquet cleaner

(up to the 5 ml mark).

• Fill the Dosing bottle with water up to the “max” mark and close it.

• Press the lower part of the Dosing bottle together (A) in order to pump the

liquid into the upper part of the Dosing bottle.

• Equally distribute 60-80 ml of the liquid over the back of the Cleaning cloth by

pressing (B) the lower part of the Dosing bottle

. Avoid applying the liquid

onto the front/cleaning side.

During the cleaning process, the Cleaning cloth will equally dispense the moisture required to the floor.

For all other ﬂoors suited for wet cleaning (e.g. tiles, PVC), please use the “MF520/530 Universal” or “Universal so” Cleaning cloth.

• Open the Dosing bottle

• Take the lower part of the Dosing bottle and hold it diagonally so that the 5 ml

mark is the lowest point.

• Add 5 ml of Koboclean universal cleaner

(up to the 5 ml mark).

• Fill the Dosing bottle with water up to the “max” mark and close it.

• Press the lower part of the Dosing bottle together (A) in order to pump the

liquid into the upper part of the Dosing bottle.

• Equally distribute 100 ml of the liquid over the back of the Cleaning cloth by

pressing (B) the lower part of the Dosing bottle.

Avoid applying the liquid

onto the front/cleaning side.

During the cleaning process, the Cleaning cloth will equally dispense the moisture required to the floor.

Fig. 3.23 Moistening the cloth

max

max.

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FIXING THE KOBOLD MF520/530 CLEANING CLOTH AT THE KOBOLD CLOTH HOLDER

Note! Risk of damage from improper use!

• When fixing the cloth at the Cloth holder, please ensure that the cloth is fastened in an even position. Avoid an excessive inclination of the cloth towards the Cloth holder at all times.

• In order to fix the Cleaning cloth at the Cloth holder, slide the Cloth holder

into the bag

13a

of the cloth (A) first.

• Then, put the grip

13b

of the cloth over the handle grip (green)

10a

of the Cloth

holder and fix it on the velcro strip provided at the handle grip (B).

INSERTING THE CLOTH HOLDER INTO THE DEVICE

Warning! Risk of electric shock!

• For your own safety, switch off the Vacuum cleaner at its handle each time that the cloth is replaced and pull out the power plug in addition.

Note! Risk of damage from improper use!

• Avoid forced insertion and extraction of the Cloth holder.

• Hold the Kobold VK150 Vacuum cleaner at its handle grip, and tilt the Vacuum

cleaner towards the left-hand side.

Fig. 3.24 Fixing the cloth holder at the

cloth

13a

13b

10a

Fig. 3.25 Inserting the cloth holder into

the device

10a

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• Hold the Kobold SP520/530 Cloth holder at its handle grip (green)

10a

and,

while the side cover is open, slide it

into the device until it has reached the

end position (A).

• Cause the Cloth holder to latch by pulling the handle grip upwards.

• Now, close the side cover by folding it downwards, and causing the cover to

latch audibly (B).

CLEANING WITH THE KOBOLD SP530HARD FLOOR CLEANER

Caution! Risk of injury from ejected suction material!

• Avoid moving the Hard floor cleaner laterally towards loose coarse particles (e.g. glass splinters).

• Do not clean at eye level while using the Hard floor cleaner (e.g. on stairs or platforms).

• Switch off the Hard floor cleaner before lifting it.

Note! Risk of damage from improper use!

• If the device hooks into objects or gets jammed, the Vacuum cleaner is to be switched off immediately in order to avoid damages.

We recommend always operating the device set to suction stage 3.

• Move the Hard floor cleaner in regular paths.

• Ensure that the Hard floor cleaner is constantly in motion.

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REPLACING THE KOBOLD MF520/530CLEANING CLOTH

Note! Risk of damage from improper use!

• Never leave a wet cloth in the device when storing it.

If the Cleaning cloth is too dry or too dirty, remove it from the Kobold SP530 Hard ﬂoor cleaner and insert a new Cleaning cloth. The service life of a Cleaning cloth depends on how dirty the ﬂoor is and on the ﬂoor type.

• Clean used Cleaning cloths in the washing machine at 60 °C without fabric

softener.

3.4 Kobold ESS150Electronic suction hose

The Electronic suction hose can be used in a number of ways in connection with the Kobold.

ATTACHING THE KOBOLD ESS150ELECTRONIC SUCTION HOSE

• Insert the Electronic suction hose port



into the attachment socket of the

Kobold.

The handle  of the Electronic suction hose can be connected to the

Kobold PB430 Polsterboy, the Kobold FD15 Flexo nozzle, the Kobold VD15 Variable nozzle or to the Accessory parts.

Using the Polsterboy with the Electronic suction hose is especially convenient as the Polsterboy can be guided and used in a more precise way.

Fig. 3.26 Electronic suction hose

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3.5 Kobold TR15Telescopic tube

Our Telescopic tube makes it possible to work on areas that are high up in the room. You can easily vacuum spider webs, dust in corners or dusty curtain rods without the hassle of having to use a ladder.

Caution! Risk of injury from non-sealed tube!

• Make sure to lock the handle before using the Telescopic tube.

Used with our Kobold FD15 Flexo nozzle, you can easily, conveniently and

safely clean curtains or tapestry way up under the ceiling.

Thanks to the Kobold SD15 So nozzle, you can now easily remove dust

from ceiling lamps and chandeliers.

CONNECTING THE TELESCOPIC TUBE

To use the Telescopic tube, the Kobold ESS150 Electronic suction hose must be connected to the Kobold VK150 Vacuum cleaner.

• Insert the adaptor of the Telescopic tube



into the handle of the Electronic

suction hose.

ADJUST LENGTH AND LOCK

• Turn the handle



into the direction marked “open” (identifiable through the

symbol



) and adjust the Telescopic tube to the desired length.

• Turn the handle



into the direction marked “close” to lock the telescopic

handle in the adjusted length.

Fig. 3.27 Telescopic tube

Fig. 3.28 Adjusting the length

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3.6 Kobold PB430Polsterboy

The Polsterboy removes dust from your upholstered furniture in no time. Furthermore, it cleans upholstery faster than any other device because it vacuums and brushes it at the same time. This chapter explains how to operate the Polsterboy.

CONNECTING THE POLSTERBOY

• Connect the Electronic suction hose to the Kobold VK150 (chapter “3.4 Kobold

ESS150 Electronic suction hose” on page 48).

• Connect the Polsterboy to the Electronic suction hose. To do this, slide the

handle of the Electronic suction hose into the attachment socket



of the

Polsterboy.

Caution! Risk of injury from moving parts!

• Do not vacuum any body parts. Do not vacuum near children or pets.

• Do not vacuum hair with the Polsterboy.

• Do not operate the Polsterboy without the Suction nozzle.

Caution! Risk of injury from ejected, previously absorbed material!

• Avoid abruptly placing the device on loose, coarse particles (e.g. glass shards), especially at eye level.

• Switch on the Vacuum cleaner. The Polsterboy is automatically switched on as

well.

Fig. 3.29 Polsterboy

Legend



Aachment socket



Recessed grips



Suction nozzle



Suction nozzle opening for joints



Slider

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REGULATING THE SUCTION FORCE

• Regulate the suction force as usual on the Kobold VK150 Vacuum cleaner.

• Select power performance level 2 on your Vacuum cleaner in normal case.

• Select power performance level 1 on your Vacuum cleaner when dealing with

loose and/or sensitive material.

VACUUMING SURFACES

• Move the green slide



into the position “Vacuum surface” .

• During the cleaning process, place the suction openings of the Kobold PB430

Polsterboy completely on the upholstery.

• Pass over the upholstery easily and without applying pressure.

VACUUMING JOINTS

• Move the green slider into the position “Vacuum joint”



. To vacuum residues in areas that are diﬃcult to reach, such as joints, grooves or similar areas, use maximum suction force.

• To do this, set the Vorwerk vacuum cleaner to maximum suction force (power

performance level 3).

Fig. 3.30 Slider

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3.7 Kobold GD15 Window cleaning kit

Used with your Kobold VK150 Vacuum cleaner, the Window cleaning kit removes dirt and dust from your windows and other even glass surfaces in no time. The Kobold Window cleaning kit cleans your windows thoroughly and streakfree.

Caution! Risk of injury from improper use of the cleaning suspension!

• Make sure that the cleaning suspension Koboclear is kept out of reach of children!

• Prevent the contact of cleaning suspension Koboclear with eyes. If the cleaning suspension Koboclear comes in contact with eyes, immediately wash the eyes with water!

• Prevent the swallowing of the cleaning suspension Koboclear. In case of swallowing, consult a doctor immediately and show him or her the packaging or lable!

• Use the cleaning suspension Koboclear only in properly ventilated rooms!

Risk of damage from improper use!

• Apply the cleaning suspension Koboclear only on smooth and nontreated glass surfaces.

• Avoid contact with sealants, window sills, window frames or floors.

• Do not use Koboclear for windows with open-pored window frames.

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KOBOCLEAR CLEANING SUSPENSION

Koboclear mainly consists of water, alcohol and calcium carbonate (chalk). Koboclear fulﬁls the legally speciﬁed guidelines in terms of environmental friendliness and biodegradability. The cleaning suspension is suited for all nontreated, even glass surfaces. The dirt on the window panes is dissolved from the surface due to the cleaning suspension and bound with calcium carbonate (chalk). The alcohol content of about 10 percent ensures that the cleaning suspension dries up quickly aer application on the window panes.

A bole of Koboclear is suﬃcient for about 100 m². The cleaning suspension Koboclear can be used for about 2 years aer

opening the packing.

Koboclear can be purchased at your customer representative or at the

Vorwerk shops or at the service centre (see chapter “8 Services” on page 91).

Koboclear can also be obtained at our online shop

at .vorwerk-kobold.com

Fig. 3.31 Koboclear cleaning suspension

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KOBOLD GLASS CLOTH GT15

The Glass cloth is made up of a special microﬁbre, which was selected specially for working with Koboclear cleaning suspension. Apply the cleaning suspension on the window panes by wearing the glass cloth and spreading it while applying lile pressure.

KOBOLD GLASS NOZZLE GD15

Using the Glass nozzle, remove the remaining, dry chalk powder (calcium carbonate) from the window panes. The chalk powder must be dry before vacuuming it with Glass nozzle. With the help of the bristles of the Glass nozzle Koboclear can easily be vacuumed oﬀ the pane. The Glass nozzle can reach each corner since the so bristles are spread over the entire breadth of the Glass nozzle. The Glass nozzle is thus used as a hand brush, which cleans the pane and simultaneously vacuums the dust.

3.7.1 Operating the Kobold Window cleaning kit

This chapter explains how to operate the Kobold GD15 Window cleaning kit.

PREPARATION OF WINDOW CLEANING

Using the Kobold ESS150 Electronic suction hose or the Kobold TR15 Telescopic tube, the Glass nozzle can be lead excellently and can be used ﬂexibly as well as accurately.

• Connect the Electronic suction hose (chapter “3.4 Kobold ESS150 Electronic

suction hose” on page 48).

• Connect the Telescopic tube (chapter “3.5 Kobold TR15 Telescopic tube” on

page 49) to the Electronic suction hose.

Fig. 3.32 Microﬁbre cloth

Fig. 3.33 Glass nozzles

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CONNECT THE KOBOLD GLASS NOZZLE GD15 ONTO THE KOBOLD VK150 VACUUM CLEANER

• Attach the Glass nozzle to the Kobold ESS150 Electronic suction hose or the

Kobold TR15 Telescopic tube. To do this, push the connection port of the Glass nozzle above the connection port of the Electronic suction hose or the Telescopic tube.

• Make sure that the Glass nozzle engages audibly in the connection socket of

the Electronic suction hose or the Telescopic tube.

DETACH GLASS NOZZLE FROM VACUUM CLEANER

• Press the button on the Electronic suction hose or Telescopic tube handle and

pull out simultaneously the Glass nozzle from the connection piece.

3.7.2 Cleaning window panes

Vigorously shake the Koboclear cleaning suspension before using it!

Koboclear is highly eﬃcient. Use it sparingly.

THE KOBOLD WINDOW CLEANING TAKES PLACE IN THREE STEPS:

APPLY KOBOCLEAR

• Spread about 20 to 30 ml of cleaning fluid over the entire area of application

of the Glass cloth when applied for the first time.

• Spread the cleaning suspension Koboclear evenly with the Glass cloth on the

(nontreated) window pane, so that covered film remains on the window pane.

Fig. 3.34 Insert Glass nozzle onto the

Electronic suction hose

Fig. 3.35 Insert Glass nozzle onto the

Telescopic tube

Fig. 3.36 Apply Koboclear on cloth

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• For each further m of glass surface, apply a smaller amount (1 to 2 squirts) of

the Koboclear cleaning suspension onto the Kobold Glass cloth GT15.

3.7.3 Allow Koboclear to dry

The alcohol content of the cleaning suspension ensures that the window pane dries quickly. The drying time depends on the external conditions (air humidity, room and external temperature) and on the applied quantity of the cleaning suspension. White chalk powder (calcium carbonate) remains on the window pane.

3.7.4 Vacuum dried Koboclear

Using the Kobold Glass nozzle GD15, you can easily and quickly remove the white chalk powder without leaving any residue or streaks behind. Time-consuming polishing is not required.

• Allow Koboclear to dry.

• Leave the Glass nozzle with its suction openings placed completely on the

glass surface while vacuuming.

• Push the Glass nozzles over the entire window pane in even motions and

vacuum the chalk powder.

Fig. 3.37 Apply Koboclear

Fig. 3.38 Allow Koboclear to dry

Fig. 3.39 Vacuum Koboclear

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VACUUMING BY CONNECTING THE KOBOLD TR15TELESCOPIC TUBE

You can adjust the length of the Telescopic tube at the handle.

• Turn the handle



to “open” (identifiable through symbol ).

• Adjust the length of the Telescopic tube.

• Turn the handle to “close” (identifiable through the symbol



) to lock the

Telescopic tube.

REGULATE SUCTION FORCE

• Regulate the suction force on the Kobold VK150 Vacuum cleaner as usual.

• Select power performance level 3 in normal case of your Vacuum cleaner.

Fig. 3.40 Vacuum Koboclear with

Telescopic tube

Fig. 3.41 Adjusting and locking the length

of the Telescopic tube

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3.8 Additional accessories

If you are using the nozzle product line, you will have the perfect solution for every case. This chapter will give you an overview of the diﬀerent nozzles and their areas of application. You can aach the accessories directly to the Kobold ESS150 Electronic suction hose or to the Kobold TR15 Telescopic tube/Electronic suction tube.

3.8.1 Kobold VD15Variable nozzle

Your Variable nozzle is extremely versatile. It has two aachments that can be used for diﬀerent tasks.

• Attach the socket



of the Variable nozzle to the Electronic suction hose.

The Variable nozzle is provided with a joint



so that you are able to vacuum at

an angle of 90 degrees. The extendable and ﬂexible tip



allows you to reach even those corners and spots that are hard to reach or very narrow. In addition, you can provide the tip with one of the aachments,



either with the Drilling

dust aachment or with the Bristle brush.

ADJUSTING THE LENGTH

• Pull out the tip



• To slide the extension back in again, push the spring button



and then slide

the tip back.

Fig. 3.42 Variable nozzle

Legend



Socket



Joint



Tip (extractable)



Spring buon

Fig. 3.43 Adjusting the length

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DRILLING DUST ATTACHMENT

The Drilling dust aachment allows you to collect drilling dust. You can drill a hole into the wall without having to worry about dust polluting your apartment.

• Connect the Drilling dust attachment to the tip of the Kobold VD15 Variable

nozzle.

• Switch on the Kobold VK150 Vacuum cleaner.

• Place the drilling dust attachment with the back seal against the wall.

Due to the suction force of the Vacuum cleaner, the Drilling dust aachment will adhere to the wall by itself, provided it is completely even. This way you can freely use your hands to drill the hole.

Remove the Drilling dust aachment from the wall before switching oﬀ

the Vacuum cleaner.

BRISTLE BRUSH

The Bristle brush enables your Variable nozzle to access even the smallest spaces and the tightest places. It is perfectly suited for vacuuming skirting boards and spaces between furniture and shelves.

• To do this, connect the Bristle brush to the tip of your Variable nozzle.

Fig. 3.44 Drilling dust aachment

Fig. 3.45 Bristle brush

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3.8.2 Kobold SD15Soft nozzle

Your So nozzle can either be used for vacuuming loose dust in a gentle manner or to remove adherent dirt. You can modify the bristle ring length and thereby adjust it to the type of surface. It is especially well-suited to vacuum uneven surfaces such as keyboards, bookshelves, lampshades and all types of furniture surfaces.

• Connect the Soft nozzle to the Kobold ESS150 Electronic suction hose.

• By using the slider



you can adjust the bristle length.

• In the case of light dust or sensitive objects, increase the bristle length. To do

this, move the slider



forward.

• Decrease the bristle length by pulling the slider



back if you wish to work

on adherent dirt and non-sensitive surfaces.

Fig. 3.46 So nozzle

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3.8.3 Kobold FD15Flexo nozzle

Your Flexo nozzle is a multi-purpose accessory that can be used on diﬀerent surfaces. In order to do this you can adjust the nozzle for the diﬀerent areas of application:

Nozzle setting for vacuuming

Flexo nozzle – complete

- Furniture surfaces and stairs

- Wall s, doors

Flexo nozzle – top part - Upholstery, fabrics, car seats

Flexo nozzle – folded

- Joints, corners

- between upholstery

Cleaning plate without Bristle plate - Tapestry, wall fabrics

FLEXO NOZZLE – COMPLETE

You can use the completely assembled Flexo nozzle to vacuum furniture surfaces or stairs.

For more functions, only use individual parts of the Flexo nozzle depending on the intended use:

Fig. 3.47 Flexo nozzle

Legend



Cleaning plate



Slider



Flexo nozzle – top part



Release lever



Bristle plate

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KOBOLD FD15FLEXO NOZZLE – TOP PART

You would like to vacuum dust, threads and hair from upholstery, fabrics or the inside of your car?

• Then remove the nozzle‘s cleaning plate.

• To do this, push the release lever



on the backside of the attachment down.

• Slide the Flexo nozzle top part



upwards and out.

• Connect the nozzle to the Kobold ESS150 Electronic suction hose.

FLEXO NOZZLE – FOLDED

You would like to vacuum dust from joints, corners or between upholstery?

• Remove the nozzle‘s cleaning plate.

• Push the release lever



on the backside of the attachment down.

• Slide the Flexo nozzle top part



upwards and out.

• Move the slider



down so that the nozzle‘s wings fold in.

• Connect the nozzle to the Electronic suction hose.

CLEANING PLATE

You would like to clean larger areas such as furniture surfaces or stairs, walls and doors? Then use the nozzle‘s cleaning plate.

• Mount the Cleaning plate



to the top part  of the Kobold FD15 Flexo

nozzle.

• Make sure all parts are correctly fitted.

• Connect the Nozzle to the Electronic Suction hose.

• To clean tapestry or textile wall coverings, remove the Bristle plate



• To remove the Bristle plate



, push up the bracket on the backside of the

attachment and remove the white Bristle plate with a quick pull.

Fig. 3.48 Flexo nozzle – top part

Fig. 3.49 Flexo nozzle – folded

Fig. 3.50 Cleaning plate

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4 MAINTENANCE

Maintain your Kobold VK150 Vacuum cleaner regularly, so it can bring you maximum pleasure and proper functioning at all times. In the following chapter you will learn how to maintain the diﬀerent devices and accessory parts and how to exchange parts.

Device / Accessories Step Time/Frequency

Kobold VK150 Vacuum Cleaner

Exchange the Premium ﬁlter bag

Suction value display (yellow), only when the device is operated in level 3

Cleaning the Motor protection ﬁlter

if dirty

Exchange the Motor protection ﬁlter

if very dirty

Cleaning the ﬁlter unit if dirty

Kobold EB370 Electronic brush

Check and clean Once a month

Exchange brushes if worn

Kobold SP530 Hard ﬂoor cleaner

Checking and cleaning the sealing lip frame

if required

Checking the suction channel

if required

Kobold PB430 Polsterboy

Clean if dirty

Window cleaning kit (Kobold GD15 Glass nozzle and Kobold GT15 Glass cloth)

Clean if dirty

Additional accessories Clean if dirty

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Maintenance

Warning! Risk of electric shock!

• Always switch the device off before all retrofitting, cleaning and maintenance work and disconnect the mains power cord from the socket.

4.1 Spare parts and consumable materials

You have purchased a quality product from Vorwerk. To keep you as satisﬁed in the future with your Kobold device as you were the ﬁrst day, we recommend you take advantage of our reorder options for original care products and original consumables in time.

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Vorwerk has made reorders easy:

Either in person at your customer representative or at the service centre

(see chapter “8 Services” on page 91).

At our online shop

at .vorwerk-kobold.com

Certiﬁed quality can be identiﬁed by

the Original Quality Logo!

ORIGINAL QUALITY

Fig. 4.1 Consumables that can be reordered f.l.t.r.: Kobotex, Koboclear, Koboclean, Lavenia, Kobosan active,

Dovina fragrance chip, Premium ﬁlter bag FP 140/150, Kobold MF520/530 Cleaning cloth

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4.2 Maintaining Kobold VK150 Vacuum cleaner

4.2.1 Exchange Premium Filter bag KoboldFP140/150

Caution! Loss of suitability for allergy-sufferers!

• Use original Vorwerk filters and filter bags only.

• Do not reuse spent Filter bags.

Note! Risk of damage from improper use!

Dampness in the filter area can damage the device.

• Should the filter area be damp, make sure to dry it before using the device any further.

• Exchange the filter bag and the Motor protection filter.

Vorwerk Premium ﬁlter bags can be purchased at your customer

representative or at the service centre (see chapter “8 Services” on page 91).

Vorwerk Premium ﬁlter bags can also be obtained at our online shop

at .vorwerk-kobold.com

OPENING THE FILTER UNIT

• Pull the green lever



and open the cover of the filter unit.

Fig. 4.2 Opening the ﬁlter unit

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REMOVING THE PREMIUM FILTER BAG KOBOLDVK140/150

• Fold the green ring



forwards so that the hatch of the filter snaps out of the

base plate.

• Remove the filter bag and dispose of the filter bag with the household waste.

INSERTING THE DOVINA FRAGRANCE CHIPS

Caution! Choking hazard from swallowing small parts!

• Keep small parts such as the Dovina fragrance chips away from children.

• Remove the Dovina fragrance chip



from the packaging and place it in the

holder



on the side of of the hatch .

INSERTING THE NEW PREMIUM FILTER BAG

Note! Risk of damage from improper use!

• Avoid inserting the Filter bag forcefully.

• Hold the Filter bag with the hatch



facing down.

• First, stick the two noses



of the hatch into corresponding openings .

• Push the top part of the hatch



against the metal clip of the frame and

connect the hatch to the frame



so that you can hear it snap in.

• Push the corners of the Filter bag between the leads at the filter cover of the

Kobold VK150 Vacuum cleaner.

• Ensure that the filter bag is placed completely under the filter cover.

Fig. 4.3 Removing the Premium ﬁlter bag

Fig. 4.4 Inserting the Dovina fragrance

chips

Fig. 4.5 Inserting the Premium ﬁlter bag

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CLOSING THE FILTER UNIT

• Push the filter cover shut until the cover lock engages.

If the Premium Filter bag Kobold VK140/150 is not placed in the frame correctly or if it is not placed in the frame at all, the Kobold‘s ﬁlter unit will not close. The same applies if a wrong ﬁlter is inserted.

• If the filter cover can only be closed with difficulty, do not use force. Instead,

ensure that the filter bag has been inserted correctly.

4.2.2 Cleaning and exchanging the Kobold VK150Motor

protection ﬁlter

The Motor protection ﬁlter serves to protect your Kobold VK150 Vacuum cleaner from pollution. To ensure a long service life for your Vacuum cleaner, make sure to maintain the Motor protection ﬁlter regularly.

Note! Risk of damage from improper use!

• Use the device only with the inserted Motor protection filter.

The Motor protection ﬁlter can be cleaned as many times as necessary. It must only be exchanged if the ﬁlter bag has been damaged or if the Motor protection ﬁlter is extremely dirty.

• Pull the green lever



and open the cover of the filter unit.

• Press the shackle



of the frame of the motor protection filter  until the Motor protection filter is released from the fastening device (see Fig. 4.8 on page 69).

Fig. 4.6 Closing the ﬁlter unit

Fig. 4.7 Opening the ﬁlter unit

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Fig. 4.8 Motor protection

CLEANING THE KOBOLD VK150MOTOR PROTECTION FILTER

Note! Risk of damage from improper use!

• Do not clean the Motor protection filter with water or other fluids.

EXCHANGING THE MOTOR PROTECTION FILTER

• If the Motor protection filter has been damaged or is extremely dirty, insert a

new one.

The Motor protection ﬁlter can be purchased at your customer representa-

tive or at the service centre (see chapter “8 Services” on page 91).

Motor protection ﬁlters can also be obtained at our online shop

at .vorwerk-kobold.com

INSERTING THE MOTOR PROTECTION FILTER

• Insert the Motor protection filter. Make sure that the Motor protection filter

snaps into place.

• Close the filter unit.

Note! Risk of damage as a result of improper use!

• Use the device only with the inserted Motor protection filter.

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4.3 Kobold EB370 Electronic brush

Warning! Risk of electric shock!

• Always switch off the device before all retrofitting, cleaning and maintenance work and disconnect the mains power cord from the socket.

Caution! Risk of injury from moving parts!

• Stay clear of the moving parts of the Electronic brush.

4.3.1 Checking and cleaning

BOTTOM SIDE

• Check the bottom side every once in a while to prevent damage to the device

and floor.

FRONT NOZZLES

Should small stones get stuck in the front nozzles



, you can best remove these

objects using a pointed object such as a screwdriver.

ROLLER BRUSHES

If threads have coiled around the roller brushes, you can simply cut them using scissors.

• To do this, move the scissors inside the slot



along the side wall of the roller

brushes.

• Cut the threads and remove them.

• In case the threads are heavily entangled, remove the brushes first and then

the threads.

Fig. 4.9 Checking and cleaning the roller

brushes

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CHECKING ROLLER BRUSHES

The green tus of bristles must be longer than the yellow tus (



, Fig. 4.9 on page 70). Otherwise the Kobold EB370 Electronic brush will

not have the desired brushing eﬀect.

• Check from time to time if the green tufts of bristles are still longer than the

yellow tufts (



, Fig. 4.9).

• If they are not, exchange the roller brushes.

4.3.2 Exchanging the brushes

REMOVING THE ROLLER BRUSHES

• Push the green release key



. The front cowling will disengage.

• Hold the release key



and open the front cowling on  both sides.

• Pull the grey roller brushes



on the left and right hand side out of the

tunnel.

• Clean the carrier shaft



if necessary.

INSERTING THE ROLLER BRUSHES

• Insert the roller brush with the green end into the side with the green symbol

on the grey cover and the other roller brush into the opposite side.

• Always change both roller brushes. Applying a slight twist, push the roller

brushes onto the drive shaft until they are completely inserted.

• Check if the brushes are still firmly in place on the drive shaft.

• Close the front cowling using both hands. Make sure that you can hear the

front cowling engage.

• If the front cowling will not close, then the roller brushes are not inserted far

enough.

Fig. 4.10 Removing the roller brushes

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Roller brushes can be purchased at your customer representative or at the

service centre (see chapter “8 Services” on page 91).

Roller brushes can also be obtained at our online shop

at .vorwerk-kobold.com

4.4 Kobold SP530Hard ﬂoor cleaner

Warning! Risk of electric shock!

• Always deactivate the Hard floor cleaner before performing any refitting, cleaning or maintenance work. Before cleaning and maintenance work, the power plug must also be pulled out.

• Never clean electrical connections with water, wet cleaning agents or the wet Vorwerk Cleaning cloths.

• Never pour water over the device. Never rinse it with running water.

Caution! Risk of injury through trapping of body parts!

• Keep away from the moving parts of the Hard floor cleaner.

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4.4.1 Checking and cleaning the sealing lip frame

Check the condition of the sealing lips regularly; if required, remove ﬂuﬀ balls, hairs, etc.

DISMOUNTING THE SEALING LIP FRAME

In order to be able to clean the sealing lips thoroughly, the frames can be dismounted from the device. Position the device on the ﬂoor or on a table so that the side to be cleaned (the underside) is turned upwards.

• Grip the centre of the Sealing lip frame

and pull it towards you so that it

detaches from its catch mechanism.

• If required, clean the sealing lip frame with running water.

MOUNTING THE SEALING LIP FRAME

Before remounting the Sealing lip frames in the device, they must have dried completely. Due to their diﬀerent enagement hooks, each sealing lip frame only ﬁts at one side of the device. Here, the end-to-end sealing lip of the frame must be directed inwards.

• Put the sealing lip frame

with its engagement hooks in the intended catch

mechanism at the device, at first at only one side

• Slightly press the sealing lip frame together so that you are also able to insert

the second side.

Fig. 4.11 Dismounting the sealing lip

frame

Fig. 4.12 Mounting the sealing lip frame

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4.4.2 Checking the suction channel

Regularly check the suction channels for blockage.

• To remove blockages, remove the suction channel

from the device at the

lower end.

• Remove any objects

blocking the device.

• Re-insert the suction channel by pressing it into the aperture in the device

until you can feel it latching.

The suction channel has reached its correct position when the bracket

can be

moved freely after having been inserted.

Fig. 4.13 Extracting the suction channel

Fig. 4.14 Removing objects

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4.5 Kobold PB430 Polsterboy

Warning! Risk of electric shock!

• Always switch the device off before all retrofitting, cleaning and maintenance work and disconnect the mains power cord from the socket.

• Never clean the Polsterboy or the suction nozzle with water or damp cleaning agents.

Caution! Risk of injury from ejected, previously absorbed material!

• Avoid abruptly placing the device on loose, coarse particles (e.g. glass shards), especially at eye level.

• Unplug the Polsterboy from the suction hose.

• Hold the suction nozzle by the finger grooves



on the suction opening.

• Pull off the Suction nozzle by pulling it downwards.

• Brush or wipe the device dry.

• Check the suction nozzle every once in a while to ensure that no threads or

hairs have coiled around the roller brushes.

• If so, remove the suction nozzle.

• Cut the threads or hairs with small scissors.

• When inserting the suction nozzle, place the tips of the nozzle into the

intended openings first.

• Push the suction nozzle at the finger grooves



firmly against the device.

Make sure that you can hear the suction nozzle engage.

Fig. 4.15 Remove suction nozzle

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4.6 Kobold Window cleaning kit

Warning! Risk of electric shock!

• Always switch the Kobold VK150 Vacuum cleaner off before all retrofitting, cleaning and maintenance work and disconnect the mains power cord from the socket.

• Never insert the Kobold Glass nozzle GD15 into the Vacuum cleaner, if the Glass nozzle is still wet after cleaning.

Note! Risk of damage from improper use!

• Do not dry the Glass nozzle near the heating bodies or in direct sun, since the plastic may distort.

Device/ accessories

Time/Frequency Step

Kobold GD15 Glass nozzle

aer every window cleaning

• Unplug the Glass nozzle from the suction

hose or Kobold TR15 Telescopic tube.

• Vacuum the bristles of the Glass

nozzle by using the Vacuum cleaner.

if required in between

• Unplug the Glass nozzle from the

suction hose or Telescopic tube.

• Clean the Glass nozzle under

ﬂowing water to rinse oﬀ the chalk powder residue from the nozzle.

• Allow the Glass nozzle to dry

completely before using it again.

Fig. 4.16 Vacuum Glass nozzle

Fig. 4.17 Rinse Glass nozzle

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Device/ accessories

Time/Frequency Step

Kobold GD15 Glass cloth

aer every window cleaning

• Thoroughly wash the Glass

cloth under ﬂowing water.

if required • Wash the Glass cloth in the wash machine

at max. 60 °C without fabric conditioner, as speciﬁed on the Glass cloth label.

4.7 Additional accessories

The following chapter applies for the following accessories:

- Kobold HD50 Hard ﬂoor aachment

- Kobold VD15 Variable nozzle

- Kobold FD15 Flexo nozzle

- Kobold SD15 So nozzle

• The accessory parts can be rinsed off under flowing water.

• Allow the accessory parts to dry off before reinserting them.

• Clean the bristles of the Soft nozzle with soap and lukewarm water.

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Troubleshooting

5 TROUBLESHOOTING

Warning! Risk of electric shock and injury!

• Never perform repairs on your device yourself. Repairs to electric devices may only be carried out by the responsible Vorwerk customer service department.

If your device is not working properly, it may be due to one of the following causes:

Fault Possible causes and rectiﬁcation

Filter cover has become detached from the device.

It is possible you have bumped against the opened cover.

Reinsert the cover:

• Lay the Kobold VK150 Vacuum cleaner

horizontally on the ﬂoor.

• Place the ﬁlter cover



in a 60° angle

onto the pivots  of the device.

• Strongly push the ﬁlter cover



with the studs 

into the pivots  until they snap in with a click.

The Vacuum cleaner releases an unpleasant odour.

The Premium Filter bag FP140/150 has lost the ability to retain odours even though it is not full.

• Exchange the Premium Filter bag and insert

a new Dovina fragrance chip.

• Thoroughly clean the suction channel of the

Vacuum cleaner and/or the connected device as well as the Motor protection ﬁlter.

KOBOLD VK150 VACUUM CLEANER

Fig. 5.1 Reinsert the cover

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Troubleshooting

Fault Possible causes and rectiﬁcation

The Vacuum cleaner suction force is declining.

The Premium Filter bag FP140/150 is probably full.

• Exchange the Premium Filter bag.

The Suction channel of the Vacuum cleaner or that of another connected device is blocked.

• Clean the Suction channel of the Vacuum cleaner

and/ or that of the connected device.

• Ensure that the suction value display in level 3 does not light

up yellow. Otherwise exchange the Premium Filter bag.

The Motor protection ﬁlter is extremely dirty.

• Clean or exchange the Motor protection ﬁlter

(chapter “4.2.2 Cleaning and exchaning the Kobold VK150 Motor protection ﬁlter” on page 68).

The Vacuum cleaner will set itself to a diﬀerent performance level and will become louder.

Aer prolonged use, with high ambient temperature or when the Filter bag is full or blocked, the Kobold will set itself to a diﬀerent performance level as a result of overheating so that the suction performance can no longer be regulated. In this case the valve will open automatically allowing air to ﬂow directly into the inside of the motor.

• Check the Suction channel and the connected

accessory parts.

• Remove the blockages and exchange the

Premium Filter bag if necessary.

• Let the motor cool down.

Device is not working.

The connector plug of the connecting cable may not be properly enaged.

• Ensure the a connection has been

established correctly (clicking).

KOBOLD VK150 VACUUM CLEANER

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Troubleshooting

Fault Possible causes and rectiﬁcation

The Kobold EB370 Electronic brush is too loud.

The roller brushes are not correctly inserted.

• Check if the roller brushes are correctly inserted.

The roller brushes must always be aligned with the corresponding coloured symbol (green to green).

• Always exchange both brushes.

Maybe original Kobold accessories were not used, which can lead to bearing or motor failure.

• Use original Kobold roller brushes only.

An object might have got stuck in the area around the roller brushes.

• Remove the object.

It can get noisy when used on hard ﬂooring.

Threads have coiled around the roller brushes.

• Cut the threads as described in the maintenance

chapter “4.3 Kobold EB370 Electronic brush” and “4.3.1 Checking and cleaning” on page 70.

The Electronic brush will switch oﬀ automatically, the operation display



is ﬂashing.

A vacuumed object is blocking the brushes of the Electronic brush.

• Switch the device oﬀ and unplug the

mains power cord from the socket.

• Remove the object.

Threads block the Electronic brush.

• Cut the threads as described in the chapter on

maintenance “4.3 Kobold EB370 Electronic brush” and “4.3.1 Checking and cleaning” on page 70.

KOBOLDEB370

ELECTRONIC BRUSH

Fig. 5.2 The operation display is ﬂashing

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Troubleshooting

Fault Possible causes and rectiﬁcation

The cowling will not close.

The roller brushes are not pushed in far enough or have been mixed up.

Slide in the roller brushes all the way to the end.

• Check if the roller brushes have been

inserted on the correct side.

The Suction channel of the Electronic brush is blocked.

• Open the inspection ﬂap



on the boom

side of the Electronic brush.

• Remove the blockage.

• To do this, use an appropriate object (e.g.

screwdriver, crochet needle).

The Electronic brush can only be moved with great diﬃculty.

You might have set the power performance level too high.

• Use the main switch on the Kobold VK150 Vacuum cleaner

handle to set the device to a lower power performance level or use the automatic seing in general.

The device will not work aer exchaning the roller brushes.

The Electronic brush is not connected properly to the base device.

• Check if the plug connection between the Electronic

brush and the base device is correctly enaged.

The roller brushes are not correctly inserted.

• Place the roller brushes exactly onto the drive axles.

Fault Possible causes and rectiﬁcation

The Kobold FK370 Freshener kit does not ﬁt into the Electronic brush.

If the Freshener kit was placed on a heater or in direct sunlight, then it might have become warped as a result thereof.

• Buy a new Freshener kit.

KOBOLDEB370

ELECTRONIC BRUSH

Fig. 5.3 Inspection ﬂap on the boom

side of the Electronic brush

KOBOLD FK370 FRESHENER KIT

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Troubleshooting

Fault Possible cause and correction

The Kobold SP530 Hard ﬂoor cleaner is automatically switched oﬀ, the operation indicator “ON” is ﬂashing green.

It is possible that the motor is overstrained.

• Switch oﬀ the Kobold VK150 Vacuum cleaner.

• Switch on the Vacuum cleaner and close the

secondary air ﬂap of the Hard ﬂoor cleaner.

The Hard ﬂoor cleaner is swivelling excessively.

The Kobold MF520/530 Cleaning cloth is not ﬁ xed properly.

• Check whether the Cleaning cloth is suﬃciently

and evenly ﬁxed at the Cloth holder.

The cloth holder is not inserted correctly.

• Check whether the Cloth holder has been inserted

and latched into the Hard ﬂoor cleaner correctly.

It is possible that no original Cleaning cloths have been used.

• Only use original Cleaning cloths.

The joint connector of the Hard ﬂoor cleaner is blocked.

• Remove the blockage with a suitable tool

(e.g. screw driver, crochet hook).

The suction channel of the Hard ﬂoor cleaner is blocked.

• Remove the blockage.

• Use a suitable tool (e.g. screw driver, crochet hook).

KOBOLD SP530

HARD FLOOR CLEANER

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Troubleshooting

Fault Possible cause and correction

The Hard ﬂoor cleaner has switched oﬀ by itself; the red operation indicator “STOP” is ﬂashing while the Vacuum cleaner switches oﬀ at the same time.

Moisture has been sucked in.

• Switch oﬀ the Vacuum cleaner.

• Aer the device has dried completely, switch

on the Vacuum cleaner and close the secondary air ﬂap of the Hard ﬂoor cleaner.

• It is possible that this step will need

to be repeated several times.

The Hard ﬂoor cleaner is making noises.

It is possible that the device has not been closed correctly or that the cloth holder has not been mounted correctly.

• Check if the side cover

is present and properly

closed. If not, insert and close the side cover.

• Check the seat and the catch mechanism of the cloth holder.

The vacuuming result of the Hard ﬂoor cleaner is insuﬃcient.

It is possible that the Sealing lip frames are dirty and jammed.

• Remove and clean the sealing lip frames.

It is possible that the Kobold MF370 Cleaning cloth has been ﬁxed in a diagonal position on the cloth holder and collides with the sealing lip frames.

• Check whether the Cleaning cloth is

evenly ﬁxed in the cloth holder.

The secondary air ﬂap does not close/does not remain closed.

It is possible that the holding magnet is dirty.

• Clean the surface of the magnet.

The Hard ﬂoor cleaner causes streaks/marks on the ﬂoor.

It is possible that the supporting feet touch the ﬂoor.

• In this case, remove the supporting feet

KOBOLD SP530

HARD FLOOR CLEANER

Fig. 5.4 Reinserting the side cover

Fig. 5.5 Removing the supporting feet

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Troubleshooting

Fault Possible cause and correction

The cleaning performance of the Hard ﬂoor cleaner worsens.

It is possible that the Kobold MF370 Cleaning cloth is soiled excessively.

• Replace the cloth.

It is possible that the Cleaning cloth is too dry.

• Replace the cloth.

The Cleaning cloth is not evenly moistened.

• When moistening the Cleaning cloth, ensure

an equal distribution of the liquid.

The Hard ﬂoor cleaner cleans edges insuﬃcientl y.

It is possible that the Cleaning cloth has been moistened insuﬃciently.

• Repeat the cleaning process with a new cloth.

• When moistening the Cleaning cloth, ensure

an equal distribution of the liquid.

It is possible that the Cleaning cloth has not been ﬁxed properly.

• Check whether the Cleaning cloth is suﬃciently

and evenly ﬁxed at the Cloth holder.

When the Kobold VK150 Vacuum cleaner is switched on, the red operation indicator “Stop” is blinking.

The secondary air ﬂap was operated before the Vacuum cleaner was switched on.

• Switch oﬀ the Vacuum cleaner and switch

it back on again aerwards.

KOBOLD SP530

HARD FLOOR CLEANER

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Troubleshooting

Fault Possible cause and correction

The system is streaking.

It is possible that the Cleaning agent has been overdosed.

• Repeat the cleaning process with a new cloth and clear water.

It is possible that there are residual quantities of old care products and cleaning agents on the ﬂoor.

• Repeat the cleaning process until it improves;

a basic cleaning might be required.

It is possible that the Kobold MF520/530 Cleaning cloth is soiled excessively.

• Replace the cloth.

The moisture ﬁlm does not dry evenly.

• Remove residual liquid quantities with a

dry cloth in a second cleaning step.

There are marks. The grip of the cloth is not ﬁxed properly.

• Check the ﬁxture of the grip of the cloth.

A dirt ﬁlm remains on the ﬂoor.

It is possible that the Cleaning cloth is soiled excessively.

• Replace the cloth.

The stain removal is insuﬃcient.

It is possible that the Cleaning cloth is soiled excessively.

• Replace the cloth.

The moisture ﬁlm is uneven.

It is possible that the Cleaning cloth has been moistened insuﬃciently.

• Repeat the cleaning process with a new cloth.

• When moistening the Cleaning cloth, ensure

an equal distribution of the liquid.

KOBOLD SP530

HARD FLOOR CLEANER

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Troubleshooting

Fault Possible cause and correction

The ﬂoor is geing too wet.

It is possible that the Kobold MF520/530 Cleaning cloth was moistened excessively.

• Please observe the dosing instructions.

• If required, remove residual liquid quantities

with a dry cloth in a second cleaning step.

Aer cleaning, the ﬂoor looks tarnished.

It is possible that there are residual quantities of old, polished and shining care products and cleaning agents on the ﬂoor.

• Repeat the cleaning process, and change the

cloth if required until it improves.

Fault Possible causes and rectiﬁcation

The Polsterboy will not operate.

The Polsterboy was connected to the Kobold TR15 Telescopic tube or the suction hose without the power cord.

• Connect the Polsterboy to the Kobold ESS150

Electronic suction hose.

The Kobold VK150 Vacuum cleaner is not switched on.

• Switch on the device.

The bristles of the Polsterboy are deformed or maed.

Fringes or fabrics were sucked in and pulled again.

• Exchange the Suction nozzle.

KOBOLD SP530

HARD FLOOR CLEANER

KOBOLD PB430

POLSTERBOY

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Troubleshooting

Fault Possible causes and rectiﬁcation

The brushes of the Polsterboy no longer rotate.

The Vacuum cleaner is not switched on.

• Switch on the device.

The Suction nozzle is not correctly inserted.

• Make sure to enage the Suction nozzle properly.

Something was sucked in that is blocking the brushes.

• Switch the device oﬀ and unplug the

mains power cord from the socket.

• Remove the object.

• Switch the device back on.

Fault Possible causes and rectiﬁcation

The Flexo nozzle‘s wings are unhooked.

• Reaach the wings.

If the fault cannot be rectiﬁed, please contact Vorwerk‘s customer service

department (see Section “8 Services” on page 91).

KOBOLD PB430

POLSTERBOY

KOBOLD FD15 FLEXO NOZZLE

Fig. 5.6 Reaach the wings

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Disposal and environmental protection

6 DISPOSAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION

6.1 Disposing of the device

As an owner of an electric and electronic device, it is not permied by law (under EU Directive 2002/96/EC of 27 January 2003 on electric and electronic devices and the Electrics and Electronics Act of 16.3.2005) to dispose of this device or its electric/electronic accessories via unsorted domestic waste.

• Instead, use the free collection centres intended for this purpose.

• Contact your city or municipal administration for information.

6.2 Disposing of the packaging

The packaing is an important part of our product: it protects our devices from damage during transportation and reduces the risk of a device fault. For this reason, we cannot avoid using packaing. If you need to return or send in your device during the warranty period, or aer, to the service or customer service department, the original packaing is the best protection against damages in transit. If you nevertheless wish to dispose of the packaing, you can do this at any time and without limitation via your regional facilities (waste paper skip, yellow skip, recycling depot, waste paper collection etc.). To this end, Vorwerk commissions legally authorised licensees.

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Disposal and environmental protection

If you have any questions, please contact your corresponding service centre (see chapter “8 Services” on page 91).

6.3 Information on environmental protection

Preserving nature and protecting the environment: At Vorwerk, environmental protection is an important company objective.

LESS PACKAGING

We use only environmentally friendly material, which is recycled if disposed of correctly. We are actively involved in cuing back on waste packaing during the development stages and are commied to its disposal and recycling.

SAVING ENERGY

Vorwerk products protect the environment: They only use a small amount of energy with high suction performance.

ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY PRODUCTION

We aach a great deal of importance to environmental protection when manufacturing our products. We use recyclable plastics and colours. We deliberately avoid using polluting ﬂame retardants. For our ﬁlter bags we use solvent-free adhesives, unbleached paper or nonhazardous plastic. Our instruction manuals are made from sustainably managed forests and are bleached without chlorine.

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Disposal and environmental protection

REUSABLE MATERIAL

The material for our products can nearly be completely recycled. We largely avoid using PVC. When manufacturing our products, we ensure “sorted” materials: The substances used can later be separated accordingly at modern facilities without much energy expenditure. To make them even easier for recycling, we have labelled most of our plastic components.

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Warranty

7 WARRANTY

Any warranty services can be found in the order note or purchase contract.

8 SERVICES

Either in person with your customer representative

or at the service centre

or .vorwerk-kobold.com

; Services

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Technical details

9 TECHNICAL DETAILS

Kobold VK150 Vacuum cleaner

Safety signs

Housing High-grade recyclable plastic Motor Maintenance-free reluctance motor with ball

bearings with electronic performance control

at a nominal rotation speed of 60,000 rpm. Blower Single-stage radial fan Voltage 220-240 volts alternating current 50/60 Hertz Nominal output 800 was (max. 1200 was nominal output with

auxiliary equipment) Electrical power output

without electronic accessory part or nozzle

Level A 1

Level 2nd Level 3rd Level

130 - 800 was 130 was 450 was 800 was

Radius of action Min. 10 m according to IEC 60312-1 max. underpressure 175 hPa max. air quantity 39,5 l/s max. suction performance 260 was with a clean ﬁlter in ccordance with IEC 60312-1 max. degree of eﬃciency 32% Premium ﬁlter bag volume

2.5 l in accordance with IEC 60312-1

Dust emission Approx. 0.001 mg/m

in accordance with EN 60312

Weight

Approx. 3 kg (without

accessories)

Dimensions Height: approx. 14 cm; width: approx. 21 cm;

length: approx. 72/109 cm Noise emission 81 dB(A) re 1pW sound power level with Kobold EB370

according to EN 60704-3

KOBOLD VK150

VACUUM CLEANER

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Technical details

Kobold EB370 Electronic brush

Safety signs

Housing High-grade recyclable plastic Motor Maintenance-free DC motor and

maintenance-free belt drive Voltage 220-240 volts alternating current 50/60 Hertz Nominal output 100 was (only for use in combination with Kobold

vacuum cleaners) Brushes Exchangeable rotating brushes Working width 300 mm Rotational speed

of the brushes

Approx. 6200 R/min

So function 800 R/min Bristle height adjustment Automatic Rotational speed

with Freshener kit

Approx. 1700 R/min

Weight 1.6 kg Dimensions Height: approx. 7 cm (with horizontal joint)

Width: approx. 30 cm

Length: approx. 33 cm (with horizontal joint) Noise emission 81 dB(A) re 1pW sound power level with Kobold VK150

according to EN 60704-3

KOBOLD EB370

ELECTRONIC BRUSH

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Technical details

Kobold SP530 Hard Floor Cleaner

Safety signs

Housing High-quality, recyclable plastic Gear unit 1

Stage - spur / worm gear

Stage - maintenance-free toothed belt drive 1350 rpm. Motor Maintenance-free DC brush motor Voltage 220 – 240 volts alternating current, 50/60 hertz Nominal output 100 was (only for use in combination with Kobold vacuum

cleaners) Weight approx. 3 kg Dimensions Height: approx. 12 cm (with horizontal joint)

Width: approx. 31 cm

Length: approx. 36 cm (with horizontal joint) Noise emission 87 dB(A) re 1pW sound power level with Kobold VK150 based

on EN 60704-3 on smooth tiles

KOBOLD SP530

HARD FLOOR CLEANER

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Technical details

Kobold PB430 Polsterboy

Safety signs

Housing High-quality plastic with detachable suction

nozzle made of shaer-proof polyamide

Motor Maintenance-free DC motor with direct transmission

Brush mechanics 2 counter-rotating roller brushes with approx.

4000 rpm, stored maintenance-free

Voltage 220-240 volts alternating current 50/60 Hertz

Power output 50 was

Weight 600 g

Dimensions Height: approx. 11 cm

Width: approx. 8 cm

Length: approx. 25 cm

Noise emission 87 dB(A) re 1pW sound power level with Kobold VK150 based

on EN 60704-3 on upholstery fabric

KOBOLD PB430

POLSTERBOY

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EU energy label classiﬁcation*

10 EU ENERGY LABEL CLASSIFICATION*

Manufacturer/supplier Vorwerk Elektrowerke GmbH & Co.

KG, Wuppertal, Germany

Model Kobold VK150 with Kobold EB370 Energy eﬃciency class B Indicative annual

energy consumption

32.9 kWh/year based on 50 cleaning cycles. The actual annual energy consumption depends on how the device is used.

Cleaning performance (carpet) B Cleaning performance

(hard ﬂooring)

Dust re-emission class A Sound power level 81 dB(A) re 1 pW Nominal power input 800 + 100 was Certiﬁcation as universal vacuum

Manufacturer/supplier Vorwerk Elektrowerke GmbH & Co.

KG, Wuppertal, Germany

Model Kobold VK150 with Kobold HD50 Energy eﬃciency class A Indicative annual

energy consumption

26.7 kWh/year based on 50 cleaning cycles. The actual annual energy consumption depends on how the device is used.

Cleaning performance (carpet) supplied nozzle not suitable for use on carpets Cleaning performance

(hard ﬂooring)

Dust re-emission class A Sound power level 84 dB(A) re 1 pW Nominal power input 800 W Certiﬁcation as vacuum for hard ﬂooring

KOBOLD VK150

UPRIGHT VACUUM

WITH

KOBOLD EB370

ELECTRIC BRUSH

KOBOLD VK150

UPRIGHT VACUUM

IN COMBINATION WITH

KOBOLD HD50

HARD FLOOR NOZZLE

The applied measuring and calculation met hods for

the veriﬁcation of the product data i n the table shown

here meet the requirements of Europea n Parliament

and Cou ncil Direc tive 2010/30/EU. Applic able standards: EN 60312-1; EN 60335-2-2; EN 60704-2-1; EN 60704-3

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ORIGINAL QUALITY

Choose quality.

Vorwerk quality

Vorwerk UK Limited

Thorp Building Whitmore Lane Sunningdale Berkshire SL5 0NS United Kingdom

VK150 Vacuum cleaner

21092, VK150eco, 2014_01, EN_UK