User manual MORPHY RICHARDS POD COMPACT BAGLESS VACUUM CLEANER REV 2

[. . . ] Therefore it is vital to retain your original till receipt or invoice to indicate the date of initial purchase. To qualify for the 2 year guarantee the appliance must have been used according to the manufacturers instructions. EXCLUSIONS Morphy richards shall not be liable to replace or repair the goods under the terms of the guarantee where: 1 The fault has been caused or is attributable to accidental use, misuse, negligent use or used contrary to the manufacturers recommendations or where the fault has been caused by power surges or damage caused in transit. 2 The appliance has been used on a voltage supply other than that stamped on the products. [. . . ] Do not attempt this task yourself, contact Morphy Richards using the replacement parts number on the front of this leaflet. Misuse or use for commercial or any other purpose will render the guarantee invalid. Product safety · Never use the appliance without the filters being installed. · Never use the appliance to vacuum hot ashes, broken glass or sharp objects. · To protect against fire, electric shock and personal injury do not immerse cord, plug or cleaner in water or other liquid. Location · Do not use or keep this product outside when it is raining. · Do not store the appliance near hot ovens or heating appliances. Children · Children do not understand the dangers associated with operating electrical appliances. Never allow children to use this appliance. Electrical requirements Check that the voltage on the rating plate of your charger unit corresponds with your house electricity supply which must be A. C. If the socket outlets in your home are not suitable for the plug supplied with this appliance the plug should be removed and the appropriate one fitted. If you cut off the plug and let go of the cable it will rewind into the machine. Therefore you must pull out a length of cable and secure it before cutting off the plug and refitting a new one. IMPORTANT: The plug removed from the mains lead, if severed, must be destroyed as a plug with a bared flexible cord is hazardous if engaged into a live socket outlet. Should the fuse in the 13 amp plug require changing a 13 amp BS1362 fuse must be fitted. Personal safety · The plug must be removed from the wall socket before cleaning or maintaining the appliance. · Never modify the cleaner in any way. Other safety considerations · Never use in the presence of explosive liquids or vapours. · Never pick up inflammable or poisonous liquids such as petrol, copier toner or other volatile substances. · Repairs to electrical appliances are only to be undertaken by trained personnel. · Use only genuine Morphy Richards spare parts and accessories. 2 New pod vc73121 rev 2 20/3/03 10:09 PM Page 4 Illustration Á fi A / Â Ê , Â > Ë È fl · , , ¤ fi< Features / ¤ < > fi fl · Flexible hose Pod release latch Carrying handle Cable rewind button Power on / off / variable power switch Wheels Dust pod Hose inlet Accessories you should have , , , Â Ê Á Ë È Accessory hook Floor nozzle Crevice tool Brush tool (clips onto ) Extension tubes Hose handle Upholstery nozzle Storage hook 3 New pod vc73121 rev 2 20/3/03 10:09 PM Page 5 Assembly Your pod vacuum cleaner has an efficient suction action to provide high levels of cleaning on all types of surface around the home. Always remove the plug from the power socket before fitting or removing accessories. Controls On/off/variable power control Press the on/off/variable power switch fi down to turn the appliance on. Turn the dial clockwise to increase the power for maximum suction or anticlockwise to reduce suction when cleaning delicate surfaces such as curtains etc. If suction power appears to be low check that the variable power dial is set to maximum. Insert the flexible hose Insert the flexible hose / in the hose inlet duct · on the front of the product, press until it clicks into position. Release button Suction control on the handle The suction power can be adjusted using the fingertip control on the handle. Closed : full suction Open : low suction To remove the flexible hose Press the release button to release the flexible hose. Pull the hose firmly from the hose inlet duct. 2 position wheeled floor nozzle , , The brushes should be retracted for use on carpets and down for use on hard floors by adjusting the lever on the floor nozzle. Fitting the extension tubes and accessories Join the two extension tubes Ê together and attach the extension tubes to the handle end Á of the hose. [. . . ] Insert the clean micro exhaust filter and replace the filter grille. Changing and cleaning the motor protection filter This cleaner is fitted with a motor protection filter. NEVER USE THE VACUUM CLEANER WITHOUT THIS IN PLACE. IMPORTANT · All filters should be checked regularly for signs of damage, preferably after each cleaning task. · Always disconnect the cleaner from the mains when checking filters. · If the sound of the cleaner changes slightly, clean the filters and check for blockages. 6 New pod vc73121 rev 2 20/3/03 10:09 PM Page 8 Care and maintenance Your cleaner is manufactured to withstand normal day-to-day use, but an occasional wipe over with a damp cloth will help maintain its good looks. [. . . ]