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NSTRUCTION

M

ANUAL

Cylinder Bagless

Vacuum Cleaner

Warranty Helpline: 1800 509 394 (Australia)

0800 450 259 (New Zealand)

The Gold Technical Support Line: 1902 215 259

Personal Product Support

(Charges will apply at $2.95 per minute)

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Introduction

Thank you for purchasing this Bush product which has been designed and manufactured to give you many years of trouble free service.

You may already be familiar with using a similar product, but do take time to read these instructions - they have been written to ensure you get the very best from your purchase.

Safety is important

!

operate this vacuum cleaner.

Keep this information in a safe place for future reference.

Contents

Introduction......................................................................... 2

Safety is important ........................................................................ 2

Specification....................................................................... 5

Model Number.................................................................................. 5

Power Supply ................................................................................... 5

Filtration.............................................................................................. 5

Features............................................................................................... 5

Safety Instructions ............................................................ 6

Power Source ................................................................................... 6

Using the Vacuum Cleaner........................................................... 6

Transporting your vacuum.......................................................... 7

Servicing ............................................................................................ 7

Parts Identification............................................................ 8

Extension Tube................................................................................. 9

Crevice tool/brush........................................................................... 9

Upholstery tool ............................................................................... 9

Floor brush...................................................................................... 10

BodyGuard ......................................................................... 11

Using Your Vacuum Cleaner ............................................ 13

Preparing for use........................................................................... 13

Assembly.......................................................................................... 13

Switching on................................................................................... 13

Suction control ............................................................................. 14

Cord rewind.................................................................................... 15

Storage ............................................................................................ 15

Emptying the dust container................................................... 16

Clearing blockages ...................................................................... 17

Service and Maintenance ............................................... 18

Cleaning the Dust Container Filter ....................................... 18

Cleaning the Pre-motor Filter .................................................. 18

Cleaning the Exhaust Filter ...................................................... 19

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Troubleshooting............................................................... 20

Thermal cut-out.............................................................................. 20

Disposal............................................................................. 20

Guarantee ......................................................................... 21

Specification

Model Number

• BVC1805

Power Supply

• Power supply 240V AC 50Hz

• 1600W nominal, 1800W maximum power output

Filtration

• 4 Stage filtration

Features

• 1800 watt cylinder bagless vacuum cleaner

• Metal telescopic tube

• Floor brush

• Crevice tool/brush

• Variable speed

• Automatic cord rewind

• 1.6L capacity

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Safety Instructions

This product should never be left unattended when connected to the mains supply.

Power Source

Your vacuum cleaner requires a 240V 50Hz supply. Do not use any other supply.

Using the Vacuum Cleaner

• Do not vacuum wet surfaces, pick up wet objects or use in wet

conditions.

• Do not use the vacuum cleaner to pick-up burning objects as

this is a fire risk.

• Do not use the vacuum cleaner to pick up hot objects such as

coal and ash.

• Do not use the vacuum cleaner to pick-up large objects that are

likely to cause blockage and damage to the vacuum cleaner.

• Do not stand the cleaner on its rear face while cleaning.

• Do not run over the mains cable with your vacuum cleaner.

• This vacuum clean is for domestic use only. Industrial or

commercial use invalidates the warranty.

• Most new carpets have a running in period in which only light

vacuuming is recommended.

• This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including

children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities,

or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been

given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance

by a person responsible for their safety.

• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play

with the appliance.

• Do not operate the cleaner without the container and filters

installed.

Transporting your vacuum

• To move your vacuum cleaner from

room to room, unplug the unit and

carry using the carry handle.

• Never pull the vacuum cleaner by

its mains power cord when

moving.

Servicing

• With the exception of filters and the dust container, there are no

user-serviceable parts in the vacuum cleaner.

• Contact the BUSH helpline on 1800 509 394 in Australia or

0800 450 259 in New Zealand if you are in any doubt about the

installation, operation or safety of your vacuum cleaner.

• Ensure you replace the filters when necessary.

• Always empty the dust container when indicated on the

vacuum cleaner.

• The plug of the power cord must be removed from the wall

socket before emptying the dust container, cleaning the

appliance or undertaking any maintenance operations.

• If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the

manufacturer or its service agent or a similarly qualified person

in order to avoid a hazard.

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Parts Identification

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1 Suction control

2 Hose handle

3 Flexible hose

4 Metal telescopic tube

5 Crevice tool/brush

6 Upholstery tool

7 Extension locking catch

8 Floor brush

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9 Floor type selector

10 Hose connector release button

11 Dust container

12 Transportation wheel

13 Power On/Off button

14 Carry handle

15 Variable speed button

16 Cable rewind button

Extension Tube

This vacuum cleaner incorporates an adjustable extension tube.

To extend the tube, push the locking catch forward and pull the tube to the desired length. Release the locking catch to lock the tube into position.

Locking catch

Crevice tool/brush

The crevice tool can be used to clean hard to reach places.

Attach it directly to the handle for greater control, alternatively, attach to the extension tube for greater reach.

The crevice tool is fitted with a small brush that rotates forwards and clocks into position for use.

The brush can be removed by rotating the brush back until it clicks into the storage position.

Upholstery tool

The upholstery tool can be used to clean carpets, upholstery and stairs etc.

Attach it directly to the handle or the tube for extra use.

Crevice tool

Brush use

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Floor brush

Push the extension tube onto the hose handle, then fit the floor brush to the extension tube. Alternatively, the floor brush can be attached directly to the handle if preferred.

Fit the floor brush to the end of the extension tube.

Floor type selector

The selector on the floor brush allows you to choose the most appropriate setting for the type of floor covering.

Height adjustable settings

Floor brush

The brush can be raised or lowered depending on the surface to be cleaned.

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Brush down Brush up

• The brush down position is intended for use on non-carpeted

floors or short bristled carpets.

• The brush up position is intended for general use on all types of

carpet.

NOTE:

The brush down position can be used on carpets with a longer pile to increase the amount of ‘pick-up’ for ground in dirt, but it also increases the amount of force required to move the brush head over the carpet.

More hygienic cleaning

The dust canister of this bagless cleaner has been treated to provide anti-bacterial protection

ANTI-BACTERIAL PROTECTION

Up to 99.9% effective against common household bacteria

Through independent testing, our formula has been designed to protect against the most likely bacterial household intruders.

+ more hygienic storage

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+ more hygienic dust disposal

F i l t e r t r e a t e d w i t h a n t i b a c t e r i a l p r o t e c t i o n

Filtration treated with

BodyGuard to provide antibacterial protection

Anti-bacterial performance demonstration - bacteria introduced to white fabric in a water solution.

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Fabric without BodyGuard shows substantial growth on and around the sample

BodyGuard sample protected against bacteria on and around the fabric

= a more hygienic home

Using Your Vacuum Cleaner

This vacuum cleaner has been designed to operate horizontally. Do not operate in a vertical position as this will block the exhaust and cause overheating.

Preparing for use

Carefully remove your vacuum cleaner from the box. You may wish to store the packaging for future use. This unit is supplied with the dust container fitted. Once assembled, it is ready for use.

Assembly

Push the hose connector into the hose inlet socket (1). Then rotate the connector 90 o clockwise (2) to lock the hose to position.

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To release the hose connector, press and hold the latches (3) on the side of the hose connector and rotate the connector 90 o anticlockwise to remove the hose from the unit.

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Switching on

1. Pull the power cable to the desired length. When you are nearing

at the maximum, a yellow marker will be visible on the cable.

A red marker indicates that you have reached the maximum

cable ength.

D

O NOT ATTEMPT TO PULL THE POWER CABLE BEYOND THE RED

MARKER

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2. Insert the mains plug into a

mains power socket and

switch the socket on.

Power On/Off button

3. Press the Power On/Off

button to switch the unit On.

4. The power can be adjusted

using the variable speed

button.

4. After use, press the Power

On/Off button to switch your

vacuum cleaner Off, then

unplug from the mains

supply.

Variable speed button

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LWAYS UNPLUG YOUR VACUUM CLEANER WHEN NOT IN USE

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Suction control

A thumb operated suction control is located on the hose handle. This allows you to reduce or increase the amount of suction to suit the vacuuming task.

Maximum suction gives the best results during normal vacuuming, however, reduced suction may be more appropriate if you are vacuuming fabrics or upholstery.

Maximum suction

Reduced suction

Cord rewind

WARNING

T

AKE GREAT CARE WHEN USING THE CORD REWIND BUTTON

,

PARTICULARLY WHEN CHILDREN OR PETS ARE NEARBY

,

AS THE

REWIND ACTION MAY CAUSE THE CORD TO

‘

WHIP

’.

Caution

Always ensure that your vacuum cleaner is unplugged from

the mains supply before using the cord rewind button.

Holding the power cord in one hand, press the cord rewind button and carefully feed the cableback into the cleaner.

Cord rewind button

Storage

To aid storage, there are two brush holders on the vacuum cleaner.

One is located on the underside of the vacuum cleaner, and the other is at the rear.

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Emptying the dust container

When the dust container looks full or the cleaner loses suction, the dust container will need to be emptied as follows:

1. Unplug the cleaner and open the

dust container cover by pushing in

the release button.

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2. Lift out the dust container by the

handle.

3. Take the dust container over to a

rubbish bin and empty the

container by pressing the release

catch. Take care not to breathe in

the dust when emptying.

4. To maintain cleaning performance

remove and clean the main filter

each time the bin is emptied. (See

instructions on page 18).

Release catch

5. When empty, lift the base back until it clicks into position at the

bottom of the dust container.

6. Slide the dust container back into the vacuum cleaner.

Clearing blockages

If the suction still seems to be lower than expected after the dust container bag has been emptied, there may be a blockage in one of the tubes or attachments. Unplug the cleaner and check the following areas for blockages:

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• The hose inlet socket (a).

• The joint where the flexible

hose connects to the

attachments (b).

• The inlet to the floor brush (c).

c a

If you cannot see the blockage, it may be in one of the knee-joints situated at the end of the plastic hose. To undo these joints, use a flat-bladed screwdriver (or similar tool) to carefully press in the release lugs, then pull the joint apart. Remove any blockage, then push the joint together again until the lugs latch into place.

Release lugs

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Service and Maintenance

Depending on usage you will need to periodically clean the filters.

Refer to the instructions in the following sections.

Caution

The dust container and filters must be fitted before the

vacuum cleaner is used, to avoid damaging the motor.

Cleaning the Dust Container Filter

The dust container filter should be cleaned regularly and replaced every 6 months or when required.

1. Follow the instructions on page

16 and empty the dust container.

2. Lift the dust container filter and

gently tap the filter against the

side of a rubbish bin to remove

excess dust.

3. Hand-wash the container in cool

soapy water.

4. Rinse thoroughly under running

water to remove all particles and soap.

5. Allow to dry naturally.

NOTE:

Do not machine wash the dust container and do not attempt to dry using any kind of heated appliance.

6. Refit the container when dry.

Cleaning the Pre-motor Filter

The pre-motor filter should be cleaned regularly and replaced every six to nine months depending on usage.

1. Open the dust container cover as described on page 16.

2. Remove the filter element, take

outside and shake vigorously to

clean.

• Wash the filter in warm soapy

water, rinse thoroughly and allow

to dry naturally. DO NOT force dry.

3. Replace the filter and refit the dust

container.

• If your cleaner is still not functioning correctly, please contact

the BUSH helpline on 1800 509 394 in Australia or 0800 450

259 in New Zealand.

Cleaning the Exhaust Filter

The exhaust filter should be cleaned regularly and replaced every six to nine months depending on usage.

1. Press the catches on the back of

the filter housing to remove the

exhaust filter cover.

Catches

2. Lift out the filter from the back of

the exhaust filter cover.

• Wash the cloth filter in warm

soapy water, rinse thoroughly and

allow to dry naturally. DO NOT

force dry.

3. Replace the filter and refit.

Ensure that the filter housing is locked securely in place before

use.

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Troubleshooting

Thermal cut-out

This vacuum cleaner is fitted with a thermal cut out that protects the cleaner if the motor overheats. If the cleaner stops suddenly of its own accord, follow this procedure:

1 Switch off the vacuum cleaner and unplug from the mains

supply.

2 Check for the source of the overheating problem (blocked hose,

clogged filter etc.).

3 Unblock the hose, empty the dust container and clean the filters

if required.

4 Wait for approximately 30-40 minutes to allow the motor to

cool.

5 After 30-40 minutes, plug in the vacuum cleaner and switch it

on. The vacuum cleaner should now work.

6 If it still does not work, wait another 20 minutes and try again.

If your cleaner is still not functioning correctly, please contact the

BUSH helpline on 1800 509 394 in Australia or 0800 450 259 in

New Zealand.

Disposal

At the end of its useful life, please dispose of this

vacuum cleaner in an environmentally friendly manner.

Guarantee

Please keep your receipt as proof of purchase. This product is warranted for any defect in materials or workmanship for one year after the original date of purchase. This product is for normal domestic and office use only. This warranty does not cover damage from misuse or neglect, accidental damage, vermin infestation, excessive voltages such as lightning or power surges or any alteration that affects the performance or reliability of the product.

If guarantee is required please contact the BUSH helpline on

1800 509 394 in Australia or 0800 450 259 in New Zealand.

Have your receipt of purchase on hand.

This guarantee is subject to the following provisions

• It is only valid within the boundaries of the country of purchase.

• The vacuum cleaner must be correctly assembled and operated

in accordance with the instructions contained in this manual.

• The vacuum cleaner must be used solely for domestic purposes.

• The guarantee will be rendered invalid if the vacuum cleaner is

resold or damaged by inexpert repair.

• The guarantee does not cover accidental damage, misuse,

cabinet parts or consumable items.

• The manufacturer disclaims any liability for incidental or

consequential damages.

This guarantee is in addition to, and does not diminish, your statutory or legal rights.

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BUSH Helpline: 1800 509 394 Australia

BUSH Helpline: 0800 450 259 New Zealand

PO BOX 6287, SILVERWATER NSW1811 www.bushaustralia.com.au