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When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, 

including the following:

READ ALL THE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS VACUUM CLEANER.

WARNING

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury:
• Do not use out doors or on wet surfaces.
• Do not leave vacuum cleaner when plugged in.
• Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used near 

children. Do not allow children to operate this appliance.

• Use only as described in this manual. Use only manufacturer's recommended attachments.
• Do not use with damaged cord or plug. If vacuum cleaner is not working as it should, has

been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, return it to a service centre
before using.

• Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as a handle, close door on cord. Keep cord away

from heated surfaces.

• Do not use extension cords or outlets with inadequate current carrying capacity.
• Turn off all controls before unplugging.
• Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug not the cord.
• Do not handle plug or vacuum cleaner with wet hands.
• Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with any opening block, keep free of dust,

lint, hair and anything that may reduce air flow.

• Do not use to pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches or

hot ashes.

• Do not use without dust bag in place.
• Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.
• Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids such as gasoline, or use in areas

where they may be present.

• Store your cleaner indoors in a cool, dry area.
• Keep your work area well lighted.
• Unplug electrical appliances before vacuuming them.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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Summary of Contents for POWERMAX

Page 1: ...ny of these kits please contact Electrolux Customer Services on 08706 055 055 Our advice To get top performance from your vacuum cleaner use only Electrolux accessories The Animal Kit The Car Kit 4506 02 01 01 Electrolux Group Floorcare Helpline Telephone 08706 055 055 www electrolux co uk Z4520 Z4590 ...

Page 2: ...d Accessories and safety precautions 3 Before starting 4 Getting the best results 4 Replacing the paper dustbag 5 Replacing the reusable textile dustbag 5 Cleaning the motor filter 6 Replacing the exhaust filter 6 Cleaning the hose and nozzle 7 Troubleshooting and customer information 8 Electrical supply instructions 9 Warning instructions 10 Guarantee 11 Z45xx_ifu_2 qxp 2005 04 27 10 59 Page 2 ...

Page 3: ...force the cover shut Never vacuum Sharp objects Fluids this can cause serious damage to the machine Hot or cold cinders lit cigarette butts etc Fine dust from plaster concrete flour or ash for example The above can cause serious damage to the motor damage which is not covered by the warranty Electrical cable precautions A damaged cable must be replaced by an authorised Electrolux service engineer ...

Page 4: ...cuum cleaner 7 Adjust the suction power using the linear potentiometer button on the vacuum cleaner or the suction control on the hose handle GETTING THE BEST RESULTS Hard floors Use the dual purpose floor nozzle with the left pedal in position 8 Carpets Use the dual purpose floor nozzle with the left pedal in position 9 Reduce suction power for rugs and fabrics Upholstered furniture Use the uphol...

Page 5: ...t 1 Close the dustbag compartment and continue cleaning Note Replace the dustbag even if it is not full it may be blocked Also replace after using carpet cleaning powder Use only Electrolux original dustbags Dustbag reference number E53n REPLACING THE TEXTILE DUSTBAG Z4590 6 Remove the hose and open the dustbag cover 7 Pull the cardboard holder to remove the textile dustbag 8 9 Slide the plastic c...

Page 6: ...ck into the cleaner and close the cover Filter reference number EF 1 Replacing the micro exhaust filter The exhaust filter should be replaced approximately every 4 months 4 Open the filter grill to remove the exhaust filter 5 Remove the filter unit 6 Take the filter out of the grill and insert a new one 5 Put the filter set back into the cleaner 6 Close the filter cover Note Do not use cleaning ag...

Page 7: ...ckage in the hose by dropping a small coin through it Tubes and hose 1 Use a cleaning strip or similiar to clear the tubes and hose 2 It is sometimes possible to clear the hose by massag ing it However be careful in case the obstruction has been caused by glass or needles caught inside the hose Note The warranty does not cover any damage to hoses caused by cleaning them Cleaning the floor nozzle 3...

Page 8: ... in mind All plastic parts are marked for recy cling purposes For futher details see our website www electrolux com For repairs or accessories contact the Electrolux Group Floorcare Helpline on 08706 055 055 If you have any comments on the cleaner or the Instructions for Use booklet please contact us on 08706 055 055 The symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product may not...

Page 9: ...se it should be plugged into a 13 Amp socket in another part of your home The wires in the mains cable of this appliance are coloured in accordance with the following code Blue Neutral Brown Live As the colours of the wires in the mains cable of this appliance may not cor respond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug proceed as follows The wire which is coloured blue mu...

Page 10: ...ord use cord as a handle close door on cord Keep cord away from heated surfaces Do not use extension cords or outlets with inadequate current carrying capacity Turn off all controls before unplugging Do not unplug by pulling on cord To unplug grasp the plug not the cord Do not handle plug or vacuum cleaner with wet hands Do not put any object into openings Do not use with any opening block keep fr...

Page 11: ... the instruction booklet The Company does not accept liability for defects arising from neglect misuse or accident This guarantee excludes such normal wearing parts as filters brushes and dust bags as the life of these depends upon the amount and nature of use Proof of the date of purchase will be required before service under guarantee is provided For futher assistance call the Electrolux Group F...

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