service manual
Issued 10/06
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roduct overview
Technical info
Specifications
General safety note
All operating instructions contained within this service manual are intended solely for the use of
adequately trained personnel. The instructions assume the service engineer has the correct test equip-
ment to complete the activity. Prior to using any consumer mains supply sockets you must ensure the
socket is tested for correct polarity.
Testing DC18 for correct insulation
The following insulation tests MUST be carried out prior to and on completion of all services to DC18,
and BEFORE any functional checks. You must ensure that a full visual inspection of the product is
completed prior to any service activity.
Ensure at all times during service and testing that consumers, pets and children are
not exposed to any live electrical supply.
Insulation test points
Electrical testing
all floors
allergy
Suction power (airwatts)
200
200
Pre-motor filter
3-6 months washable
3-6 months washable
Post-motor filter
Lifetime pad
Lifetime HEPA
Telescope reach wand
Yes
Yes
Motorised brush control
Yes
Yes
Hygienic bin emptying
Yes
Yes
Bin capacity (L)
1.7
1.7
Cable length (m)
7.5
7.5
Maximum reach (m)
11.9
11.9
Main motor (W)
1200
1200
Sound level (dBa)
83
83
Height (mm)
1110
1110
Width (mm)
300
300
Depth (mm)
415
415
Operational weight (kg)
6.6
6.6
Test 1
Test 2
Test directly onto the top of the vac
motor (see pages 6-8 for access).
Bond the live and neutral pins of the cleaner head connector
block using the crocodile clip. With the pins bonded test the
two screws in the lower brushbar motor cover.
