GB / IRL Cordless hand vacuum cleaner KH 280 GB / IRL Operating and safety instructions Page 5 - 9 Q } W A E { O P TR Y U I BA-Ident-No.: 280-062004-1 Kompernaß Handelsgesellschaft mbH · Burgstraße 21 · D-44867 Bochum (Germany) Contents Introduction Dear Customer, .................................................................................... Use according to purpose ..................................................................... Description of components .................................................................. Technical Information ........................................................................... Page Page Page Page 6 6 6 6 Safety Important notes on safety .................................................................... Page Operation Before the first use .............................................................................. Charging .............................................................................................. Important advice about the battery ...................................................... Summary ............................................................................................. Use ...................................................................................................... 6 Page Page Page Page Page 7 7 8 8 8 Cleaning Replacing and cleaning the dust filter ................................................... Page Disposal Battery disposal ................................................................................... Page Disposal ............................................................................................... Page Information Customer service ................................................................................. Page Statement of conformity ...................................................................... Page 8 9 9 9 9 GB / IRL 5 Introduction / Safety Cordless hand vacuum cleaner KH 280 Introduction Dear Customer, Our products are designed to fulfil the highest demands of quality, functionality and design. We hope that you will be delighted with your new "Lervia" blender. { Small brush } Battery compartment lid Note: The KH 280 cordless rechargeable hand vacuum cleaner is supplied with the batteries in the uncharged state. Before using the appliance for the first time charge the batteries for 24 hours. Technical Information Nominal voltage: Rating: 230 V~ 50 Hz (power pack) Direct Current (DC), 6 V / 4.2 Ah (accumulator) Use according to purpose Use the rechargeable vacuum cleaner to vacuum dry surfaces or dry vacuum material only. Man or animal must not be vacuumed with this device. Any use or modification of the device other than intended is not in accordance with the specified purpose and poses a substantial accident risk. The manufacturer is not liable for damage caused by application which is not in compliance with the specified purpose or which caused by improper operation. Not suitable for industrial application. Safety Important notes on safety To prevent danger to life from electric shock: · · · Do not charge or use this device outdoors. Never use the hand vacuum cleaner if cables, the plug or the casing are damaged. Send defective devices to the respective service point or have a specialised workshop carry out repairs. Never open the device. Any manipulation performed other than by an authorised service point may prove hazardous to your health. Before switching on the vacuum cleaner, be sure that the voltage as indicated in the technical information of the device complies with the supply voltage. Never touch the plug or the device with wet or damp hands. Do not use the power pack with an extension cord. Connect the power pack directly with Description of components Q W E R T Y U I O P 6 Front nozzle/dust container Dust filter Dust container release button Battery capacity indicator Charging indicator On/off switch Housing charging station AC mains adapter Crevice tool GB / IRL · · · Safety / Operation an electrical outlet. Use the device at the stated current voltage only. To avoid the risk of injury: · Never exchange accessories if the device is in operation. · Do not use the hand vacuum cleaner to vacuum pointed objects or broken glass. · Never vacuum burning matches, glowing ash or cigarette butts. · Never use the hand vacuum cleaner to vacuum chemical products, stone dust, gypsum, cement or other, similar particles. · This hand vacuum cleaner is exclusively intended for dry surfaces. The device is not suitable for foam, water, flammable and explosive substances or other fluids. · Always store the device in closed rooms. To prevent accidents, store the device after use in a dry place. · Extreme conditions may cause the battery cells to leak. If skin or eyes come into contact with the fluid, instantly rinse the affected area with clear water. Seek medical assistance. To act safely: · Caution! Keep children away from connecting lines and the device. Children often underestimate the potential risks from electrical appliances. · Only use accessories recommended by the manufacturer. · The line of the charging station must not be used for other purposes. Never carry the charging station or the power pack by the cable. When repositioning the device, do not disconnect by holding the cable. · Always hold the mains plug to disconnect the device from the power supply. · Observe at all times that the hand vacuum cleaner is not deposited next to radiators, ovens or other heated devices or surfaces. · Always ensure that the vents are not covered. A blocked air circulation can lead to overheating and may cause damage to the device. This product contains rechargeable lead storage batteries. Do not dispose of the batteries by throwing them into fire and do not expose them to high temperatures. Risk of bursting! Exercise caution when using the hand vacuum cleaner on staircases. Do not use the hand vacuum cleaner without installed dust particle filter. Do not use the power pack for any other product. Do not try to charge this device with another charging station. Use the charging station supplied with this device only. · · · · Operation Before the first use 1. The cordless rechargeable vacuum cleaner is operated with rechargeable lead-acid batteries. Before using the vacuum cleaner for the first time charge the batteries for a minimum 24 hours. 2. The rechargeable batteries reach their full capacity after a 24-hour charging cycle. The rechargeable vacuum cleaner can be used for the entire operation period if the batteries are fully charged. If, during operation of the appliance, only one LED lights up, then this shows that the battery capacity is low. In this event, the batteries should be recharged. Charging 1. Position the charging station I next to an electrical power supply and connect the plug. 2. Place the device into the charging station I. GB / IRL 7 Operation / Cleaning The charge indicator T shows red to indicate that the device is positioned correctly in the cradle and that the charging cycle has started. Note: Ensure that the On/Off switch Y is set to Off before starting with the charging cycle. Important: Only return the device to the charging station I if a single light diode of the battery's charge indicator R lights up. Use 1. Remove the vacuum cleaner from the charging station I. 2. To operate the appliance, slide the On/off switch Y into the On position. 3. After use slide the On/off switch Y into the Off position. 4. The small brush { and the crevice tool P are used to clean narrow difficult to reach places. 5. If all the four LEDs in the battery charge indicator light up, then the batteries are fully charged. The fewer LED indicators light up, the lower is the remaining battery capacity. Important: If, during operation of the appliance, only one LED lights up, then this shows that the battery capacity is low. In this event, the batteries should be recharged. Important advice about the battery: In the event that your battery is defective, please contact our Service Centre directly. The service centre for your country is shown on the enclosed guarantee card. Please do not send in the whole device. Just send the defective battery. Remove the batteries as shown in pic. A. Cleaning Summary Replacing and cleaning the dust filter Note: Always make sure that the dust filter W is installed before you use the appliance. 1. To open the front nozzle Q press the dust container release button E and remove the front nozzle Q. Check that the dust filter is installed and slide the front nozzle Q back into place. 2. If you need to use the crevice tool P or the small brush {, they can be inserted into the nozzle opening Q. To obtain the best performance from your vacuum cleaner, empty the dust container Q and clean the dust filter W after every use. 1. To open the front nozzle Q, press the dust container release button E and remove the dust container Q. 2. Take out the dust filter W. 3. Empty the dust container Q. 4. Rinse the dust filter W in cold water and wait until it is completely dry again before replacing it into the dust container Q. 8 GB / IRL Cleaning / Disposal / Information 5. Carefully replace the filter W back into the dust container Q. Never use the vacuum cleaner without the dust filter W in place. 6. Replace the front nozzle. Warning: The nozzle opening and airway must be free and unobstructed at all times. Blockages can lead to overheating and damage to the motor. Please contact your local council office to find out about disposal facilities for your worn-out appliances. Information Customer service The service centre for your country is shown on the guarantee card. Disposal Battery disposal 1. The vacuum cleaner is operated by lead-acid batteries. These batteries must be disposed of properly. 2. When the batteries are no longer capable of being charged, take them out of the appliance and ensure that they are disposed of properly. (Pic. A) 3. To remove the batteries, unscrew the lid on the underside of the vacuum cleaner. (Pic. A) 4. Only remove the batteries when they are about to be disposed of. 5. Take the spent batteries to a recycling centre. Dispose of in accordance with the laws and regulations applicable in your country. Important: Replace with lead-acid batteries. If other batteries are used this can lead to damage to the appliance. Statement of conformity We, Kompernaß Handelsgesellschaft mbH, Burgstr. 21, D-44867 Bochum, Germany, hereby declare that this product conforms with the following EC regulations: EU Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC, 93/68/EEC Electromagnetic compatibility 89/336/EEC, 92/31/EEC: EN 55014-2, EN 55014-1, EN 61000-3-2, EN 61000-3-3 Model type/Description: Cordless hand vacuum cleaner KH 280 Bochum, 30.06.2004 Disposal The packaging is wholly composed of environmentally-friendly materials that can be disposed of at a local recycling centre. Hans Kompernaß - Managing Director We reserve the right to make amendments. 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