Troubleshooting
Problem
Probable Cause
Remedy
Appliance does not
operate
Plug is not inserted or
the appliance is not
switched on.
Insert the plug into a
mains socket and switch
on the appliance.
There's no power in the
socket.
Test the appliance at
another socket which
you are sure carries
current.
Power cord is damaged. Have the power cord
replaced by Fakir
Customer Services.
Appliance does not
vacuum dust.
Dust bag is full.
Replace the dust bag.
Filter is dirty.
Clean or replace the
corresponding
filter.
Nozzle, telescopic tube
or vacuum hose are
clogged.
Eliminate clogging. If
necessary, use a wooden
stick (e.g. a
broomstick) with a proper
length to do this.
The power setting does
not suit the flooring.
Set the power to the
setting suggested for the
flooring.
The attached nozzle
does not fit the flooring.
Attach the correct
nozzle.
The carpet/hard floor
switch is in the wrong
position for the particular
type of floor.
Set the carpet/hard floor
switch to the correct
position for the type of
floor.
Appliance operates
unusually loud.
Sucked-in particles
clogging in the air path.
Remove particles. If
necessary, use a wooden
stick (e.g. a broomstick)
with a proper length to
do this.
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