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TROUBLESHOOTING

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PROBLEM

POSSIBLE CAUSES

SOLUTIONS

There is an accessory
missing

1. A part(s) is missing from box

1. Check the ‘KNOW YOUR MACHINE’ page
of your instructions

The vacuum cleaner
does not switch on

1. The unit is not plugged into a mains socket
2. The power button on the unit has not been
depressed
3. The thermal motor cut out has been activated
4. There is no electricity to the power socket

1. Ensure the plug is firmly in socket and
switched on
2. Depress the power switch on the unit
3 If the unit has cut out during use, disconnect
the unit from the wall socket, allow to cool for
one hour, clean the filters, empty bin/dust bag
and check the hose/accessories for blockages
4. Seek expert help from a qualified electrician

The vacuum cleaner won’t
pick up

1. The accessories are not correctly fitted
2 There are blockages in the hose/accessory
3. The dirt container/dust bag is full
4. The filters are blocked/clogged

1. Check hose and tools are correctly attached
to the machine/hose/tube; refer to ‘OPERATION’
section
2. Check the air paths of the hose/accessory are
not obstructed by blockages
3. Check dirt container/dust bag and if necessary
empty/replace
4. Frequent cleaning of filters will maintain
performance; see ‘MAINTENANCE’ section

Dust is escaping from the
vacuum cleaner

1. The filters/dust bag/dirt container are not
fitted correctly
2. The filters/dust bag are damaged

1. See ‘ASSEMBLY’ and ‘MAINTENANCE’ sections
2. If the filters/dust bag are damaged these will
need to be replaced

Accessories wont pick up
dust/debris

1. The wrong tool is fitted for the task
2. The tools are blocked
3. The filters are blocked
4. The dirt container/dust bag is full
5. The hose/tubes are blocked

1. See ‘KNOW YOUR MACHINE’ section
2. Check the air paths of the tools are not
obstructed by blockages
3. Frequently cleaning filters will maintain
performance; check ‘MAINTENANCE’ section
4. Check and empty the dirt container/replace
dust bag
5. Check the air paths of the hose/tubes are not
obstructed by blockages

The blockage indicator
(if applicable to model)
activates

1. The filters/dust bag/dirt container are blocked
2. The dust bag/dirt container is full
3. The accessories/hose/tube are blocked

1. Frequently cleaning filters will maintain
performance; check ‘MAINTENANCE’ section
2. Check and empty dirt container/replace dust
bag
3. Check the air paths of the accessories/hose/
tubes are not obstructed by blockages

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Summary of Contents for VC-401

Page 1: ...Cylinder Vacuum Cleaner Instruction Manual Please keep for future reference VC 401 For help spares or assistance please call 0845 6042377 or visit www bagsandfilters com VC 401 Guide qxd Value 21 1 10...

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Page 3: ...ials lighter fluid petrol kerosene etc or use in the presence of explosive liquids or vapours 14 Do not vacuum up harmful or toxic material chlorine bleach ammonia drain cleaner etc 15 Do not vacuum u...

Page 4: ...sories 5 MAINTENANCE 5 Emptying the dirt container 5 Cleaning the pre motor filter 6 Cleaning the post motor filter 6 CLEARING BLOCKAGES 6 Removing debris from the hose 6 TROUBLESHOOTING 7 TECHNICAL S...

Page 5: ...g full indicator 4 Dirt container release handle 5 Hose inlet 6 Floor tool parking slot 7 Post motor filter cover 8 Plug 9 Pre motor filter 10 Post motor filter 11 Hose handle 12 Dust bag 13 Tool stor...

Page 6: ...g the appliance IMPORTANT Fully unwind the power cord A yellow mark indicates the recommended cord length Do not exceed the cord length beyond the yellow mark CARPETS HARD FLOORS VARIABLE POWER SUCTIO...

Page 7: ...ds to be replaced regularly When the dust bag indicator shows red and performance reduces it is necessary to replace the dust bag WARNING To reduce the risk of electric shock turn the vacuum cleaner o...

Page 8: ...hr TAP NOTE Failure to keep filters clean will result in a loss of performance Removing debris from the hose NOTE Disconnect the hose from the vacuum cleaner and remove any blockages found and then re...

Page 9: ...structed by blockages 3 Check dirt container dust bag and if necessary empty replace 4 Frequent cleaning of filters will maintain performance see MAINTENANCE section Dust is escaping from the vacuum c...

Page 10: ...the VC 401 is manufactured in compliance with the following Directives Safety 2006 95 EC Low Voltage Directive EMC 2004 108 EC Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive Waste electrical products should...

Page 11: ...s not cover accidental damage misuse cabinet parts knobs or consumable items The product must be correctly installed and operated in accordance with the instructions contained in this manual It must b...

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