Compact Cyclonic
Bagless Cylinder Vacuum Cleaner
Model Number: RHCV35BM01
220-240V AC 50/60Hz 700W
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PLEASE RETAIN
FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
CONTENTS
Safety instructions
Energy performance label
Technical data
Vacuum feature diagram
Vacuum cleaner assembly
Using your vacuum cleaner
Cleaning and care
Problem solving
Guarantee and customer services
Spare parts
Connection to the mains supply
Disposal information
Thank you for purchasing your Russell Hobbs Compact Cyclonic Bagless
Cylinder Vacuum Cleaner.
To get the best from your new cleaner, take a few moments to read these instructions and keep them in a safe place for future reference.
Should you require any further assistance, our friendly Product Care team will be happy to help.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
WARNING:
• It is hazardous for anyone other than a competent person to carry out any service or repair operation that involves the removal of a cover which gives protection against exposure to electrical parts.
• If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
• This product is intended for household use only.
Do not use outdoors.
• This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.
• Do not operate this appliance for anything other than its intended use. This product is intended for household use only. Do not use outdoors.
• Do not immerse in water or other liquids for cleaning.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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• Do not direct at people, animals, electrical outlets, or equipment containing electrical components.
• Unplug from outlet when not in use. Do not leave the cleaner unattended while plugged in.
• Do not use with damaged cord or plug.
• Do not use vacuum cleaner if it has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors or dropped into water.
• Keep the vacuum cleaner away from water; do not allow it to get wet. If unit is wet, do not plug unit into wall socket or turn unit on.
• Do not handle the vacuum cleaner with wet hands.
• Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as a handle, close door on cord, pull cord around sharp corners or edges, or expose cord to heated surfaces.
• Do not unplug by pulling on cord.
• To protect against electrical shock do not immerse cord, plug, or appliance in water or other liquid.
• Unplug from the mains outlet when not in use, before putting on and taking off parts, and before cleaning.
• The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer may cause fire, electric shock or injury. Only use the accessories supplied by the manufacturer.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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WARNING:
• Do not let the cord hang over the edge of the worktop, or touch hot surfaces.
• Do not use this vacuum to pick up water or any other liquids, combustible substances or hot/burning objects.
• Only use the unit when fully assembled.
• Never place your fingers or other objects into any part of the cleaner. Be aware that loose clothing or hair may become trapped in the cleaner if improperly used.
• Before use, ensure that all of the air vents of the cleaner are clear and there is no restriction of air flow.
• When cleaning stairs, ensure the cleaner is on a step below you. NEVER place the cleaner above.
• Caution: Exhaust air discharged from the rear of the cleaner may extinguish a gas fire, pilot light, or disturb ashes in an open fire. Always avoid directing the cleaner toward naked flames.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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• Important: This cleaner has a thermal safety device which automatically cuts off the power supply in case of over heating. If the safety device has switched the cleaner off, unplug from the mains, allow the cleaner to cool down and check for any blockages. Once the cleaner has cooled it can be plugged back in to the mains and used as normal.
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ENERGY PERFORMANCE LABEL
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The purpose of the energy label is to help you understand a vacuum cleaner’s energy efficiency performance.
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1. Energy rating – based primarily on energy consumption and pick-up.
2. Annual energy
usage – the amount of energy used over a year.
3. Emissions – the amount of dust in the air emitted from the machine’s exhaust.
4. Noise – the noise level produced by the machine, measured in decibels.
5. Pick up (carpets) – the rating of how much dust the machine picks up from carpets.
6. Pick-up (hard
floors/crevices) – the rating of how much dust the machine picks up from hard floors and crevices.
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TECHNICAL DATA (PRODUCT FISCHE)
Trade mark Russell Hobbs
Model RHCV35BM01
Energy efficiency class
Annual energy consumption
(kWh/year)
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25.3
Carpet cleaning performance class E
Hard floor cleaning performance class
B
Dust re-emission class C
Sound power level
Rated input power
80dB
700 W
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VACUUM FEATURE DIAGRAM
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Hose suction control
Extension tubes
Floor head hose connector
Floor head
Floor surface selector
Hose
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Hose attachment
Dust container
Container release button
Power button
Cord rewind button
Carry handle
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VACUUM CLEANER ASSEMBLY
Before using your vacuum cleaner
Remove all packaging and lay out the separate components.
Check the unit after unpacking for any visual damage such as:
• Misaligned or damaged parts
• Damage to the main body and separate components
• Damage to the plug or cable.
If you can see any damage do not use the vacuum cleaner and contact customer services.
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VACUUM CLEANER ASSEMBLY
Ensure the unit is unplugged before assembling.
1. Place the dust container into the unit, base first, aligning the tabs on the container with the grooves in the unit. Push down until it secures into place.
Note: Do not carry the unit with the dust container.
2. Insert the hose attachment into the hose outlet, aligning the grooves in the outlet with the clips on the connector. Turn the hose attachment clockwise to secure into place.
3. Connect the extension tubes by slotting them together. Insert the extension tube into the floor head hose connector and firmly push together.
4. Insert the extension tube assembly into the floor head and rotate if necessary.
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USING YOUR VACUUM CLEANER
Once assembled:
1. The cord is stored inside the unit. Pull the power cord out of the machine to as long as you require and stop when you see the yellow tab. Do not over-extend. If the red tab is visible, then wind the cord back in by pressing the cord rewind button until only the yellow tab is visible.
2. Plug the cable into a wall socket and press the switch on.
3. Press the power button to start vacuuming.
4. Move the vacuum cleaner floor head in a forwards and backwards motion over the areas you would like to clean.
Note: Large items can get trapped in the brush/floor head which could cause the unit to overheat. Make sure you pick up larger items that could get trapped before vacuuming.
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USING YOUR VACUUM CLEANER
5. You can adjust the suction power of the floor head. To use less suction power, move the suction control tab in the direction indicated. For maximum suction power, close the tab.
6. The 2 in 1 crevice tool is for narrow gaps and hard to reach places.
It attaches to either the extension tube in the same manner as the floor head.
7. To adapt the tool for use as a brush on delicate surfaces, slot the brush head onto the top of the crevice head. To use as a crevice tool, pull off the brush head and keep it in a safe place.
8. When using the floor head you can adapt the brush depending on floor type. To clean on hard floors, push the surface selector to the hard floor icon. (refer to diagram.)
To clean on carpets, push the surface selector down so the carpet/rug icon (refer to diagram.)
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Hard Floor Icon
Carpet/Rug Icon
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USING YOUR VACUUM CLEANER
Emptying the dust container
When the dust container starts to fill it will need to be emptied.
1. To remove the dust container, press in and hold the release button located at the top of the lid handle.
2. Lift the container away from the unit base.
3. Locate the bin release clip on the back bottom of the container.
4. Release the base carefully over a bin by pulling the tab away and downwards. You may need to tap the sides to empty all of the dirt.
Close the base to secure.
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You may wish to empty the dust container outdoors as emptying may create a dust cloud.
Place the dust container into the unit, base first, aligning the tabs on the container with the grooves in the unit. Push down until it secures into place.
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CLEANING AND CARE:
CLEANING THE EXTERNAL HEPA FILTER
Before you clean the appliance, disconnect the mains plug from the wall socket.
1. Remove the filter cover on the back of the cleaner by pushing the tab downwards and pulling the cover away.
2. Tap over a bin to remove any excess dust. Wash in warm water and allow to dry for 24 hours.
3. Once dried, put the filter back into the cover and refit the assembly on the back of the vacuum cleaner by pushing inwards until secure.
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CLEANING AND CARE:
CLEANING THE DUST CONTAINER HEPA FILTER
1. Remove the dust container and rotate the lid so that the dot is aligned with the unlock symbol. Lift off the lid.
2. Remove the dust container filter by turning it in the direction of the
OPEN arrow , then remove the Velcro filter cover. Get rid of excess dirt by tapping over a bin.
3. Wash the filter in warm water only and allow to dry for 24 hours.
4. Secure the Velcro around the filter cover.
5. Slot the filter back onto the lid and turn in the direction of the
CLOSE arrow to secure.
6. Place the lid onto the container with the dot aligning with the unlock symbol. Make sure the entire lid is correctly sat on the container as it is a tight fit. To secure, turn the lid so the dot aligns with the lock symbol.
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CLEANING AND CARE:
CLEANING THE PRE EXHAUST FILTER
1. Remove the dust container.
2. The pre-exhaust filter is a black felt disc located within the vacuum cleaner body.
3. To clean, remove the filter and shake over a bin to remove any dust.
4. Replace the filter, covering the round grill area inside the vacuum cleaner body.
5. Replace the dust container.
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CLEANING AND CARE
Before you clean the appliance, disconnect the mains plug from the wall socket.
Disassembly
1. Press the cord rewind button to automatically bring the cord back inside the unit for storage.
2. To remove the extension hose, manoeuvre it away from the hose connector.
3. To remove the floor head/accessory, pull the extension tube/hose connector away from the head/accessory – you may need to ease it off.
4. To remove the hose, twist the attachment anti clockwise and pull away.
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CLEANING AND CARE
To clean the exterior of the device, use a damp, soft cloth and mild detergent.
NEVER IMMERSE THE VACUUM IN WATER.
Wash non-electrical removable accessories in warm soapy water and allow to dry thoroughly before next use.
If the vacuum is damaged, contact the customer service helpline using the details at the bottom of this page.
Storage
Store in a clean and dry environment
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PROBLEM SOLVING
PROBLEM POSSIBLE PROBLEM POSSIBLE SOLUTION
The vacuum cleaner is
Power cord/plug damage Check the power cord and plug for signs of damage.
plugged in but does not work
Fuse is damaged Check and replace the fuse in the plug.
The suction is decreasing and the vacuum is not picking up dirt
Dust container
Filters are dirty
Hose/head blockages
Vacuum cleaner is over heating
Filters are dirty
Check if the dust container is full, if so, empty it.
Clean the filters.
Check that there are no blockages in the hose or cleaning head.
Check that the filters are not blocked, if so, clean them following the instructions in this booklet.
Automatic power cord rewind does not fully rewind the power cord
Dust is coming out of the vacuum cleaner
Dust container fitting
The air coming out of the vacuum cleaner smells
Filters are dirty
Filters are not dry
Pull the power cord fully out and press the rewind button again.
The dust container has not been fitted correctly. Refit the container following the instructions in this booklet.
Clean the filters. Also clean the hose and dust container
Ensure the filters have been left to dry for 24 hours before refitting back into the vacuum cleaner and using.
We’re here should you need us.
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GUARANTEE AND CUSTOMER SERVICES
At Russell Hobbs, we take all our customer feedback seriously.
Feel free to contact our Product Care Team, on 0345 209 7461
Monday – Friday: 8am-8pm & Saturday: 9am – 1pm, who will be more than happy to assist you.
This product is guaranteed for 12 months from the date of the original purchase. If any defect arises due to faulty materials or workmanship, the faulty product must be returned to the place of purchase.
Refund or replacement is at the discretion of the retailer.
The following conditions apply:
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The product must be returned to the retailer with the original proof of purchase.
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The product must be installed and used in accordance with the instructions contained in this instruction guide and any other instructions for use which are supplied.
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It must be used for domestic purposes only and for its intended use.
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This warranty does not cover wear and tear, damage, misuse or consumable parts.
This does not affect your statutory rights.
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SPARE PARTS
To check the availability of the following spare parts, simply contact our friendly Customer Services team using the details provided at the bottom of this page.
Dust Container
HEPA Filter
External HEPA Filter
Pre Exhaust Filter
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CONNECTION TO THE MAINS SUPPLY
This appliance is designed to operate from a mains supply of
220-240V~ 50/60Hz.
Check that the voltage marked on the product corresponds with your supply voltage.
How to change the fuse
1. Slot the end of a screwdriver into the recess in the fuse holder of the plug.
2. Pull the fuse holder upwards until free of the plug and slide the fuse out.
3. Replace the fuse and replace fuse holder, pushing down until locked into place.
Important: Only ever use 13 amp fuses.
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For Customer Services & Spare
Parts please call
0345 209 7461
Opening times: Monday - Friday
8am – 8pm & Saturday 9am –1pm
Or visit us at
www.productcare.co.uk
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Model: RHCV35BM01
Produced for:
B&M Retail Ltd.
Liverpool L24 8RJ
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