Defy Rechargeable Vacuum Cleaner – VRT 61821 B Owner Manual

VRT 61821 B
2 IN 1 CORDLESS VACUUM CLEANER
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Small appliance
Instruction manual
Please read this user manual first!
Dear Valued Customer,
Thank you for selecting this Defy appliance. We hope that you get the best results from
your appliance which has been manufactured with high quality and state-of-the-art
technology. Therefore, please read this entire user manual and all other accompanying
documents carefully before using the appliance and keep it as a reference for future
use. If you handover the appliance to someone else, give the user manual as well.
Follow the instructions by paying attention to all the information and warnings in the
user manual.
Remember that this user manual may also apply to other models. Differences between
models are explicitly described in the manual.
Meanings of the Symbols
Following symbols are used in various sections of this manual:
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Important information and useful
hints about usage.
WARNING: Warnings against
dangerous situations concerning the
security of life and property.
Protection class for electric shock.
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CONTENT
1 Important safety and
environmental instructions 4-5
1.1 General safety. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
1.2 Compliance with WEEE Directive and
Disposing of the Waste Product . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
1.3 Compliance with RoHS Directive . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
1.4 Information on Waste Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
1.5 Package information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
2 Your cordless stick vacuum
cleaner
6-7
2.1 Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
2.2 Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
3 Operation
8-10
3.1 Intended use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
3.2 Installing the body and brush . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
3.3 Charging the appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
3.4 Operating the appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
3.5 Starting cordless vacuum cleaner . . . . . . . . . . 9
3.6 Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
4 Cleaning and care
11-12
4.1 Cleaning the dust container . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
4.2 Cleaning the brush . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
4.3 Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
4.4 Handling and transportation . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
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Important safety and environmental instructions
This section contains safety •• Do not use the appliance with an
instructions that will help protect extension cable.
from risk of personal injury or •• Prevent damage to the power
material damage.
cable by not squeezing, bending,
Failure to follow these instructions or rubbing it on sharp edges.
voids any granted warranty.
•• Do not touch the appliance or its
plug when it is plugged in if your
1.1 General safety
hands are damp or wet.
•• This appliance complies with •• Do not pull the power cable when
international safety standards.
unplugging the appliance.
•• This appliance may be used by •• Do not vacuum flammable
children aged 8 years and above materials and when vacuuming
and persons whose physical, cigarette ash, make sure that it
perceptive or mental skills are has cooled down.
impaired or who are inexperienced
or not knowledgeable about the •• Do not vacuum water or other
appliance as long as they are liquids.
supervised or informed and made •• Protect the appliance from rain,
aware of the safe use of the humidity and heat sources.
appliance and the encountered •• Never use the appliance in or
dangers. Children should not play near places where combustible or
with the appliance. Cleaning and inflammable ambience or places
user maintenance should not be are present.
performed by children unless they •• Unplug the appliance before
are supervised by an adult.
cleaning and maintenance.
•• If the power cable or the appliance •• Do not immerse the appliance
itself is damaged, do not use it. or its power cable in water for
Contact an authorised service.
cleaning.
•• Your mains power supply should •• Do not attempt to dismantle the
comply with the information appliance.
supplied on the rating plate of the •• Only use original parts or
appliance.
parts recommended by the
manufacturer.
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Important safety and environmental instructions
•• Do not clean particles such as
cement, plaster and compressed
paper in order to prevent the filter
from being clogged and the motor
being damaged.
•• Only use the appliance with the
supplied adapter.
•• Do not use the appliance without
filters; otherwise it can be
damaged.
•• If you keep the packaging
materials, store them out of the
reach of children.
1.2 Compliance with WEEE
Directive and Disposing of the
Waste Product
1.3 Compliance with RoHS
Directive
The product you have purchased complies with EU
RoHS Directive (2011/65/EU). It does not contain
harmful and prohibited materials specified in the
Directive.
1.4 Information on Waste
Batteries
This symbol on rechargeable batteries/
batteries or on the packaging indicates
that the rechargeable battery/battery
may not be disposed of with regular
house hold rubbish.
For certain
rechargeable batteries/batteries, this symbol may
be supplemented by a chemical symbol. Symbols
for mercury (Hg) or lead (Pb) are provided if the
rechargeable batteries/batteries contain more
than 0,0005 % mercury or more than 0,004 %
lead.
Rechargeable batteries/batteries, including
those which do not contain heavy metal, may not
be disposed of with household waste. Always
dispose of used batteries in accordance with local
environmental regulations. Make enquiries about
the applicable disposal regulations where you live.
This product complies with EU WEEE
Directive (2012/19/EU). This product
bears a classification symbol for waste
electrical and electronic equipment
(WEEE).This product has been manufactured with
high quality parts and materials which can be
1.5 Package information
reused and are suitable for recycling. Do not
dispose of the waste product with normal
Packaging materials of the product are
domestic and other wastes at the end of its service
manufactured from recyclable materials
life. Take it to the collection center for the recycling
in accordance with our National
of electrical and electronic equipment. Please Environment Regulations. Do not dispose of the
consult your local authorities to learn about these packaging materials together with the domestic or
collection centers.
other wastes. Take them to the packaging material
collection points designated by the local
authorities.
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Your cordless stick vacuum cleaner
2.1 Overview
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9
10
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12
13
1. Stick vacuum cleaner handle
2. Stick vacuum cleaner on/off button
3. Speed adjustment button
4. Handle collapsing button
5. Cordless vacuum cleaner removal button
6. Cordless vacuum cleaner handle
7. Cordless vacuum cleaner on/off button
8. Body
9. Dust container removal button
10. Dust container
11. Brush removal button
12. Brush
13. LED light
14. Handheld vacuum cleaner
15. Charging and power indicator
The values which are declared on the markings affixed to your product or in other printed documents supplied with it
represent the values which have been obtained in the laboratories pursuant to the pertinent standards. These values
may vary according to the usage of the appliance and ambient conditions.
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Your cordless stick vacuum cleaner
2.2 Technical data
Model
VRT 61814 VR
Supply voltage
Power
VRT 61818 VW
VRT 61821 VD
100-240V~ 50-60Hz
14.4 W
18 W
21.6 W
Product spec
DC 14.4V 2000mAh
Li-on
DC 18V 2000mAh Li-on
DC 21.6V 2000mAh
Li-on
Apaptor Input
100-240V~50/60Hz
0.3A
100-240V~50/60Hz
0.3A
100-240V~50/60Hz
0.5A
18V 500mA
22V 500mA
27V 500mA
14.4V 5W
14.4V 5W
21.6V 8W
Apaptor Output
Brush spec
Charging time
4~6H
Technical and design modification rights are reserved.
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Operation
3.1 Intended use
The appliance has been designed for household
use and is not suitable for industrial use.
3.2 Installing the body and
brush
1. Lift the handle (1) in the arrow direction.
3. Attach the handheld cleaner to the body (8).
2. Attach the brush (12) to the body (8).
3.3 Charging the appliance
1. Insert the thin end of the adapter to the charger
and plug the adapter in.
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Operation
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Check the power indicator LEDs
(15) during operation. As charging
level decreases, these indicators will
gradually go off and the appliance
will stop working when all indicators
are off.
Appliance will automatically stop if it
is placed on charger while still in use.
3.5 Starting cordless vacuum
cleaner
1. Press removal button (5) to remove the vacuum
2. The charging indicator LED (15) will come on
cleaner from the body (8).
and the product will start to be charged; when 2. Press on/off button (7) of the cordless vacuum
charging is done, all charging indicators will be
cleaner to switch on your appliance.
on.
3. After using the appliance, switch it off by
– If the charging indicator LED (15) is on, this
pressing the On/off button (7) of the cordless
means that the product is being charged.
vacuum cleaner.
– If all levels of the charging indicator LED (15)
is on, this means that the product is fully
charged.
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It takes up to 4-6 hours for the
appliance to be fully charged.
WARNING: Appliance cannot be
operated during the charging
process.
3.4 Operating the appliance
1. Press the on/off button (2) to switch on the
appliance.
2. When you press on/off button (2), appliance
will start at maximum speed. Press speed
adjustment button (3) to use in low speed.
When you press speed adjustment button
again, the appliance will run at maximum speed
again.
3. After using the appliance, switch it off by
pressing the On/off button (2).
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Operation
3.6 Accessories
You can use your accessories by inserting them to
the end of your vacuum cleaner.
Dust brush
Suitable for cleaning the curtains, and sensitive
and fragile objects.
Upholstery tool
Suitable for cleaning the floorings, stair steps,
inside of the cars, sofas, armchairs etc.
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4 Cleaning and care
Switch off and unplug the appliance before 6. Replace the HEPA filter in its holder after all
cleaning it.
parts are dried and place filter holder in the dust
container (10).
WARNING: Never use gasoline,
solvent, abrasive cleaning agents,
metal objects or hard brushes to
clean the appliance.
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4.1 Cleaning the dust
container
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It is recommended to clean the dust
container after every use.
7. Replace the dust container (10) in the body of
cordless vacuum cleaner (14).
1. Press the dust container removal button (9) to
remove the dust container (10).
4.2 Cleaning the brush
2. Pull the filter by holding the handle and remove
1. Press the brush removal button (11) and remove
it from dust container (10).
the brush (12) from the body (8).
2. To clean the brush (12), release the lock using
the roller brush release tab as shown below.
3. Remove the HEPA filter by grasping the handle
of the filter holder and turning counterclockwise.
4. Wash out the dust container (10), filter holder 3. Remove the roller brush.
and HEPA filter under the running water.
5. Clean the body of the cordless vacuum cleaner
(14) with a soft damp cloth.
4. After cleaning and drying the roller brush,
reattach it and lock the tab.
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4 Cleaning and care
4.3 Storage
•• If you do not intend to use the appliance for a
long time, store it carefully.
•• Unplug the appliance.
•• Store the appliance in a vertical position or with
its handle folded.
•• In order to fold the handle, turn the folding
button (4) clockwise and fold the handle (1).
•• Keep the appliance out of the reach of children.
4.4 Handling and
transportation
•• During handling and transportation, carry
the appliance in its original packaging. The
packaging of the appliance protects it against
physical damages.
•• Do not place heavy loads on the appliance or on
the packaging. The appliance may get damaged.
•• Dropping the appliance may render it nonoperational or cause permanent damage.
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Branches
If you have followed the instructions and still have a problem, contact the
customer care line on 086 100 3339. They will be able to advise you on any aspect
of the appliance.
South African Branches:
Sub-Saharan Africa Branches:
BLOEMFONTEIN
Unit Number 5
Monument Business Park
50 Monument Road
Oranjesig, Bloemfontein
[email protected]
ZAMBIA: SOUTHGATE INVESTMENTS LTD
Plot 1606, Sheki Sheki Road
P.O. Box 33681
Lusaka, 10101, Zambia
Tel: +260 0211 242332/3
Fax: +260 0211 242933
[email protected]
CAPE TOWN
5A Marconi Rd. Montague Gardens, 7441
[email protected]
DURBAN
135 Teakwood Road, Jacobs,
Durban, 4052
[email protected]
EAST LONDON
Robbie de Lange Road, Wilsonia,
East London, 5201
[email protected]
GAUTENG, MIDRAND
127 15th Road, Cnr Pharmaceutical &15th Rd,
Midrand, Gauteng
[email protected]
POLOKWANE
87 Nelson Mandela Drive, Superbia 0699
[email protected]
PORT ELIZABETH
112 Patterson Road, North End, Port Elizabeth
6001
[email protected]
Record in the space below the listed
information for future reference.
SERIAL NUMBER……………………………..
DATE OF PURCHASE………………………..
PURCHASED FROM…………………………..
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NAMIBIA: ATLANTIC DISTRIBUTORS (PTY)
LTD
10 Tienie Louw Street, Northern Industrial Area
P.O. Box 21158, Windhoek, Namibia
Tel: (061) 216162
Fax: (061) 216134
[email protected]
ZIMBABWE: TRADECOMAFRICA
Trade Com Africa, 183 Loreley Crescent
Msasa, Harare, Zimbabwe
Tel: +263 4 486165/6
Cell: +263 772 469010
Cell: +263 772 469011
BOTSWANA: RAY MORGAN AGENCIES
RMA Service Centre, Plot 48, East Gate
Gaborone International Commerce Park
Kgale View, Gaborone
Botswana
Tel: +267 390 3996 / 390 3912
Fax: +267 318 7376
Cell: +267 7134 6539
[email protected]; [email protected]
SWAZILAND: LYNDS DISTRIBUTORS
P.O Box 716, Mbabane, Swaziland, H100
Tel: (00268) 2515 4310/8
Fax: (00268) 2518 4318
MOZAMBIQUE: COOL WORLD. LDA
Rua da Resistencia No. 97B R/C
Cell: +258 84 44 61 234
[email protected]
Nosso Show Room
Av: da Industrias, Parcela No.735 * 735A
Machava, Maputo
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Warranty
This certificate is issued by DEFY APPLIANCES (PTY) LIMITED manufacturers of Defy
and Ocean products, hereinafter the Company, to the original purchaser only, of the
appliance described on the certificate and shall constitute the only warranty given in
respect of this appliance.
The Company warrants to the original purchaser that for a period of TWO YEARS from
date of purchase the appliance is free from defect under normal domestic use, both in
workmanship and material, subject to the following conditions.
1. Carry-in service. Small appliances are repaired in our service centres and are not
collected from the customers home. Faulty units must be delivered to the purchasing
dealer or to the nearest Company Service Centre for warranty repairs.
2. Vitreous enamelware, fuses and lamps are specifically excluded from these warranties. It
is an express condition of these warranties that the purchaser takes due care and
attention in the use and maintenance of the appliance. Abuse, misuse in conflict with
operating instructions, connection to incorrect voltages and subjection to commercial use
shall release the Company from its obligations.
3. This warranty shall become void and cease to operate if the appliance is dismantled by,
or any repairs to the appliance are effected by any persons not duly authorised by the
Company, or if substitute parts not approved by the Company are used in the appliance,
or if the serial number of the appliance is removed.
4. The Company shall not be responsible for damages resulting from fire, flood, civil
disturbances or any Act of God. The Company shall not, in terms of these warranties be
responsible nor held liable for any consequential loss or damage of any kind caused by or
due to the failure or malfunction of the appliance. The Company shall not be responsible
for damages caused by insect and/or animal infestation.
5. The Company shall not be responsible for transportation or other costs other than those
incurred within the provisions of Point 1 of this Certificate.
6. For warranties in the Republic of South Africa and Sub-Saharan Africa, please
contact your nearest Defy office. Please refer to the previous page for respective
South African branches and Sub-Saharan Africa branches.
7. Where service is requested under warranty and no fault or defect can be found by the
Company, all costs incurred will be for the purchaser's account.
8. This Certificate as well as your invoice will serve as proof of purchase. For the purpose
of warranty, it will be essential to produce this Certificate and invoice. Failure to do so, will
render the purchaser liable for service costs.
KEEP THIS CERTIFICATE AND SALES INVOICE AS PROOF OF
PURCHASE FOR WARRANTY PURPOSES.
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