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assembly / operation
3. How to Assemble
IMPORTANT: Always unplug the vacuum cleaner
from the electrical outlet before assembling or
removing the accessories.
Insert the flexible hose into the inlet on the main body of
the vacuum cleaner. Push in until it clicks into position
(Fig.3/1).
Push the telescopic extension tube on to the end of the
handle (Fig.3/2).
The telescopic extension tube can be lengthened or
shortened by pushing the button in and sliding the tube
apart or together as required (Fig.3/3).
Fit the combination floor head by pushing onto the
extension tube (Fig. 3/4).
4. How to Operate
Cord Release
Fully unwind the power cord. A yellow mark on the power
cord indicates the recommended cord length. Do not
exceed the cord length beyond the red mark.
On/off Button
1.
Insert the power plug into the electrical outlet. Make
sure the vacuum cleaner is switched off.
2.
Press the on/off switch located on the top of the
vacuum cleaner, to switch on the vacuum cleaner
and press the button again to turn the vacuum
cleaner off.
Carpet Cleaning
For carpet and rug cleaning, press the rocker switch on
the combination floor head to raise the brushes.
Hard Floor Cleaning
For hard floor cleaning, press the rocker switch on the
combination floor head to lower the brushes.
Cord Rewind
To rewind the power cord, press the cord rewind button,
located on the top of the vacuum cleaner, and guide the
power cord with one hand. This will prevent the cord from
whipping which could cause damage or injury.
Variable Power
Located between the on/off and cord rewind buttons
there is a variable power switch. Slide this forwards and
backwards to adjust the suction power.
Carry Handle
Use the carry handle located at the front of the vacuum
cleaner to move from room to room.
Hose Storage
For convenience, there is a slot located at the back of the
vacuum cleaner where the floor tool and hose can be
parked for storage.
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