2. Waist back pad adjustments
(see Fig. 10)
a) To unfasten hip belt pull Velcro flaps apart.
b) To tighten waist belt pull both flaps until firm tension is felt from the
supporting side elastic and make sure that the flap with the Velcro (right
side) is against the body. Then fasten the left side flap to the right side firmly.
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N.B. Important - the unit is ergonomically correct when the
weight is distributed over the hips and not on the shoulders.
e) Now pull on the lower shoulder straps to make a final adjustment (see fig 11).
to shoulder pads so that the unit does not "pull" backwards but make sure no con-
tact is made with the upper back. (see fig 12)
Operating the Vac
A removable extension cable is supplied with this vacuum cleaner to allow ease of replacement for damaged ca-
bles. PLEASE make sure that you follow the instructions to properly fit this extension cable through the cable
protector fitted to the vacuum cleaner (see Cable sheet). Release cable ties from the extension cable and ensure
that the cable is not coiled when in use.
a) Plug in electric cable into a safe socket. To switch on, reach back with your left hand to the lower side of the
unit and flick the switch. (see fig. 13)
Remember to bend at the knees when plugging in the cord or when bending to pick something up.
b) Stand upright as much as possible, (see fig. 14) your arm on the
handle grip should be almost straight, this will ensure that your arm is more relaxed and the angle of the floor tool
to the floor will make it easier to push.
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11
B
A
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Fitting Unit to the Operators Back
The unit comes with straps fastened for ease of packing. There are
three distinct types of support pads. 1. Contour shoulder pads; 2. Ad-
justable secondary shoulder pads; 3. Waist pads.
Before fitting the
unit become familiar with various adjustments for safe and comfort-
able operation.
1. Shoulder strap adjustments
(see Fig. 8)
a) Fitted to the shoulder pads (A) are the adjustable secondary pads
(B). These pads add extra comfort and support. The secondary pads
can be moved along the shoulder pad to suit your comfort.
a)To loosen the shoulder pads tilt up strap lock and allow webbing to
slide. To tighten pull down on the bottom straps. (see Fig. 9)
Now that adjustments are understood proceed to fit unit for operation
a) Preferably lift the vac onto a table or countertop for ease of fitting.
b) Loosen the shoulder straps (do not detach) slide arms under straps
so that padding is over the shoulders. Make sure straps
do not
twist. Adjust secondary
pads to suit.
c) Sit the vac on your back so that the
Back Support
is
on top of the hips
into the lower back.
d) Tighten hip pad so that the unit is snug into the lower back on top of
the hips. This requires pulling so that the elastic is stretched to a comfortable position.
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