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Operating Instructions

Before First Use

Remove any promotional material 

from the vacuum cleaner.
When unpacking the vacuum cleaner 

check to see you have received all 

the required components, such as the 

hose and other accessories before 

discarding the packaging.

To Operate the  

Vacuum Cleaner

Locate the crush proof hose and push 

the connection point into the hose 

inlet connection on the front side of 

the vacuum, until a “click” sound  

is heard.
Connect the wide end of the metal 

wand to the hose end, and push 

together firmly.

Fit the floor tool to the narrow end of 

the wand and push together firmly. 

Fully extend the power cord by pulling 

the power plug out from the rear of 

the vacuum, until the yellow tape on 

the cord is showing.

NOTE:

 Ensure that you do not 

over extend the power cord 

– do not extend past the red 

warning tape on the cord.

Plug into a 230/240V power point and 

switch the power on at the power 

point.
To commence vacuuming, push down 
on the on/off button

on/off

cord

press

& lift

up

down

on the top of 

the vacuum cleaner.
When vacuuming is complete, push 

down on the ‘on/off’ button to switch 

off. Turn the power off at the outlet 

and then remove the power cord 

from the power outlet. When removing 

the plug from the power outlet, grasp 

the plug not the cord.
To retract the cord push down on the 
‘cord rewind’ button

on/off

cord

press

& lift

up

down

on top of the 

vacuum cleaner.

IMPORTANT:

 Hold the 

plug end and guide the 

cord into the vacuum 

during retraction to 

prevent it from striking 

you or the vacuum.

CAUTION:

 Always 

ensure that the dust 

container and the 

motor protection filter 

are correctly fitted. 

Never operate without 

the dust container or 

filters in place.

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Summary of Contents for CaptivG3 KBV220

Page 1: ...CaptivG3 Cyclonic Bagless Vacuum KBV220 250 280 Instruction Booklet KBV250 220 280_IB_B11 indd 1 23 08 11 10 12 AM ...

Page 2: ...u need some assistance with your Kambrook appliance please contact our Customer Service Department on 1300 139 798 Australia or 0800 273 845 New Zealand Alternatively visit us on our website at www kambrook com au or www kambrook co nz KBV250 220 280_IB_B11 indd 2 23 08 11 10 12 AM ...

Page 3: ...Contents Kambrook Recommends p4 Safety First Your CaptivG3 Cyclonic p6 Bagless Vacuum Operating Instructions p7 Care and Maintenance p9 Troubleshooting p13 KBV250 220 280_IB_B11 indd 3 23 08 11 10 12 AM ...

Page 4: ...ut a dust container and motor protection filter in place Never use the vacuum cleaner to vacuum hot ashes broken glass sharp objects or liquids Never use in the presence of explosive liquids or vapours Never vacuum up inflammable or poisonous liquids such as petrol copier toner or other volatile substances Never vacuum up acids asbestos or asbestos dust Do not leave the vacuum cleaner unattended w...

Page 5: ... Any maintenance other than cleaning should be performed at an authorised Kambrook Service Centre This appliance is for household use only Do not use this appliance for other than its intended use Do not use in moving vehicles or boats Do not use outdoors Misuse may cause injury The installation of a residual current device safety switch is recommended to provide additional safety protection when ...

Page 6: ...ool ideal for carpet and hard floors 6 Hard floor tool for improved pick up on hard floors KBV280 only 7 Telescopic chrome steel wand is easily extendable or retractable for varying height requirements 8 Cyclonic cone helps separate particles from the air before filtering begins 9 Two washable HEPA filters included 10 Auto cord rewind 11 Convenient carry handle 12 Cord length 5m 13 Small brush 14 ...

Page 7: ... extend the power cord do not extend past the red warning tape on the cord Plug into a 230 240V power point and switch the power on at the power point To commence vacuuming push down on the on off button on off cord press lift up down on the top of the vacuum cleaner When vacuuming is complete push down on the on off button to switch off Turn the power off at the outlet and then remove the power c...

Page 8: ... The brush and upholstery tools can be used to vacuum delicate surfaces and areas such as shelves and venetian blinds Operating Instructions continued Set the variable speed control between minimum and medium power when using the tool accessories Hard Floor Tool KBV280 ONLY Fig 5 The hard floor tool is ideal for vacuuming hard floors with improved pick up Simply fit the hard floor tool to the narr...

Page 9: ...wer outlet and unplug prior to replacing filters or emptying the dust container For optimum use the dust container should be emptied after every use When the dust container reaches the capacity mark MAX it is essential to thoroughly clean both the dust container and filters Fig 8 To remove the dust container ensure the vacuum is down on its wheels remove the dust container by pressing down on the ...

Page 10: ...t and dust is first emptied from the dust container Refer to the EMPTYING THE DUST CONTAINER section 1 Remove the dust container from the vacuum by pressing down on the button on top of the dust container Once released carefully lift the container upwards 2 To remove the HEPA filter from the back flat side of the dust container press the tab and pull out the HEPA filter followed by the foam filter...

Page 11: ... container ensure that the filter is completely dry before use Close the bottom of the container 5 Simply place the foam filter into the back of the HEPA filter and then click the filter assembly into the back of the dust container Fig 13 6 To remove and clean the CaptivG3 cone from inside the dust container firstly ensure the dust container has been emptied Follow the EMPTYING THE DUST CONTAINER ...

Page 12: ...T Dirty and clogged filters may result in reduced suction performance It is recommended that filters are cleaned after every use and replaced regularly to ensure maximum efficiency from your vacuum Exhaust filter The exhaust filter should be cleaned every six months Simply unclip the grill on the top of the vacuum cleaner towards the rear shake and tap the filter to remove any dust accumulated The...

Page 13: ...e is not fitted correctly Dust container is full Ensure the power plug is securely plugged Empty and clean the dust container Refer to Cleaning and Replacing Filters page 10 Check dust container replacement Check dust container installation Check hose installation Empty and clean the dust container Spare Parts To order spare parts for your Kambrook CaptivG3 Cyclonic Bagless Vacuum please contact C...

Page 14: ...14 Notes KBV250 220 280_IB_B11 indd 14 23 08 11 10 12 AM ...

Page 15: ...15 Notes KBV250 220 280_IB_B11 indd 15 23 08 11 10 12 AM ...

Page 16: ...Air Industrial Estate 1A Hale Street Botany NSW 2019 Australia Customer Service Line 1300 139 798 Customer Service Fax 1800 621 337 www kambrook com au Kambrook New Zealand Private Bag 94411 Botany Manukau Auckland 2163 New Zealand Customer Service Line Spare Parts 0800 273 845 Customer Service Fax 0800 288 513 www kambrook co nz KBV250 220 280_IB_B11 indd 1 23 08 11 10 12 AM ...

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