CleanStar VBP-BATT30 Instruction Manual

CLEANSTAR AEROLITE FLASH

BATTERY POWERED BACKPACK VACUUM

Instruction Manual

Read all instructions before using this appliance

Part no# VBP-BATT30

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When using your Vacuum, basic safety precautions should always be observed,

Including the following:

Vacuum Safety

Read Owner’s Manual before using this product.

Failure to do so can result in serious injury or death.

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury.

1. Use only as described in this manual. Use only the recommended attachments, battery, charger, and replacement parts.

2. DO NOT use the vacuum outdoors or on wet surfaces. DO NOT expose to rain or water.

3. DO NOT use or store vacuum in wet or moist conditions.

4. DO NOT try to recover any liquid with this vacuum. This vacuum is for DRY RECOVERY only

5. DO NOT USE A DAMAGED VACUUM.

If the unit is not working. As it should, or if it has been damaged. Left outdoors, or exposed to water, take it to an Authorized Repair

Center for inspection and repair.

6. DO NOT allow the vacuum to be used as a toy. Pay close attention when using the vacuum near children.

7. DO NOT handle the switch or battery pack with wet handle.

8. DO NOT put any objects into openings. Do not use with any opening blocked, keep free of dust, lint, hair, and anything that may reduce air flow.

9. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body away from openings and moving parts.

10. Use with extra care when cleaning on stairs.

11. DO NOT vacuum flammable or combustible materials or anything that is burning or

Smoking, such as cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes.

12. Sparks inside the motor can ignite flammable vapors, to reduce the risk of fire or

explosion, do not use near combustible liquids, gases, or dusts, such as gasoline or other fuels., Lighter fluid, cleaners, oil-based paints, or natural gas.

13. To reduce the risk of inhaling toxic vapors or dust. DO NOT vacuum or use near toxic

or hazardous materials.

14. DO NOT use without filter in place.

15. Disconnect battery pack before servicing vacuum.

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR BATTERY POWER BACK PACK VACUUM

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1. Main Unit 14. Dusting Brush

2. Exhaust Grill Port 15. Crevice Tool

3. On/Off Power Switch 16. Upholstery Tool

4. Canister Lid Tabs 17. Exhaust Grill

5. Waist Band 18. Blower Port

6. Shoulder Straps 19. Wessel-Werk Low Profile Tool

7. Back Board Panel 20. Paper Dust bag

8. Carry Handle 21. Waist Band Back Support Panel

9. Hose Inlet 22. Waist Bang Tool Carrier

10. Canister Lid 23. Cloth Dust Bag

11. Blower Attachment 24. HEPA Pre-Motor Filter

12. Flexible Hose 25. Exhaust Filter

13. Telescopic Rod

ASSEMBLING YOUR VACUUM

INSERT THE HEPA DUST BAG

Note: This unit can be used with the cloth bag alone, however it must be cleaned after every use if there is No Disposable dust bag installed.

Important: Do not use the vacuum without all filters, cloth bag, and with or without

Disposable dust bag in place.

1. Close the power with switch and remove the flexible hose.

2. To open the canister lid press on the canister lid tabs on each side of the unit and lift canister lid. (Fig.1)

3. Pull the tab on the Disposable dust bag holder out slightly and flip upwards.(Fig 2)

4. Holding the Disposable dust bag in your hand, place it firmly between the slots in the bag holder. (Fig 2)

5. The cardboard face of the new bag should rest securely in the dust bag cover guide.(Fig 3)

6. Ensure that the cloth bag is in place. (Fig. 4)

7. Flip the Disposable bag holder over, pressing the tab on the bag holder until it clicks then replace the canister lid.

8. The canister lid can be replaced on the unit with the hose opening on the right or left, as per your preference. (Fig 5)

Cloth Bag

Attaching the flexible hose to the vacuum

The flexible hose should be connected to the Vacuum before strapping the unit on.

1. To connect the flexible hose into the hose inlet, insert the threaded end of the flexible hose into the hose inlet and turn counter-clockwise until it locks into place. (Fig 6)

2. Turn on the switch than you can operate the vacuum.

USING THE ATTACHMENTS

z Dusting Brush

The dusting brush is used for the furniture. (Fig 9) z Crevice Tool

Use for radiators, crevices, corners, baseboards and between cushions. (Fig10) z Upholstery Tool

The unique surface makes it an excellent tool for removing unwanted pet hair. (Fig11)

Note: This tool is not a grooming tool and should not be used on animals.

Caution: Do not use Upholstery Tool on delicate or woven Fabrics that may snag. Do not use on wooden floors as this accessory might cause mild scratching. z Blower Attachments

The blower attachments can be used With the vacuum to pick up very fine dirt Particles in tight crevices or spots, or to Inflate inflatable items or air mattresses (Fig12)

Manual Suction Control

Your vacuum cleaner includes a manual variable suction control on the flexible hose handle. The suction power can be adjusted by moving the suction regulator to the desired position between open and Closed. (Fig. 13)

Using the Blower Attachments

The blower attachments are extremely useful for vacuuming in hard to reach crevices and small compartments such as in cars.

Important Note: When blocking the air holes, grasp the blower attachment firmly so that they do not blow off.

Note: Do not use blower function to clear dust Off of fragile or delicate objects unless

they are secured or held firmly in place as the blower action is quite strong and cause

damage. The blower attachments have air bleed holes. these air bleed holes help relieve some air pressure so that the attachment does not blow off. However should an increase in air pressure be desired simply cover one or more of the air bleed holes.

1 ． Pull up and hold the exhaust tab, with the free hand pull out the exhaust grill.(Fig.13)

2 ． Remove the exhaust filter.

3 ． To place the blower port into the exhaust outlet, align the lower tabs on the blower port with the slots on the exhaust. Pull up on the exhaust tab and push the top of the blower port until it snaps into place. (Fig.14)

4. To attach the hose to the blower port, align the flexible hose and turn counter-clockwise until it stops. The hose is now securely in place. (Fig.15)

5. To blow up inflatable items, select the appropriate size blower attachment that will fit into the air valve.

6. Turn the unit on and hold the blower attachment and air valve while the vacuum exhaust is pumping air into the inflatable.

7. To detach the flexible hose turn clockwise and pull out from blower port.

Using Your Vacuum

1. Ensure the battery pack is correctly assembled in the vacuum

2. Connect hose and telescopic tube if desired.

3. Correctly place shoulder straps on each shoulder and secure the waist band with hook and loop strips. (Fig.16)

Caution: If the waist band and both Shoulder straps are not properly and securely in

place the unit could fall off your back causing damage or injury.

4. Turn the unit on by pressing the switch located near the base of the unit. (Fig.17)

Removing & Replacing Disposable Dust Bag

Important: DO NOT use the vacuum without all filters, cloth bag, and with or without

Disposable dust bag in place.

1. To remove the Disposable dust bag, press on the canister lid tabs on each side of the unit and lift canister lid. (Fig.18)

2. Pull the tab on the HEPA dust bag holder out slightly and lift upwards.(Fig.19)

3. Holding the disposable dust bag in your hand, slide it out from the slots in the bag holder .Hold carefully in order to avoid having dust fall out of disposable dust bag.(Fig19)

4. Replace the disposable dust bag with a new bag. Do not reuse the same vacuum bag.

5. The cardboard face of the new bag should rest securely in the dust bag cover guides.

6. Place the cloth bag into the vacuum.

7. Flip the disposable bag holder and press tab until it clicks.

8. Replace the canister lid onto the vacuum.

Warning: Never over fill the disposable dust bag – replace when bag is full and clean the cloth bag and filters each time the disposable dust bag is replaced.

Cleaning & Replacing the Cloth Bag

Note: Clean the cloth bag out-doors when changing the disposable dust bag. Optimum performance is achieved by using the disposable dust bag with the cloth bag. This decrease the need for cleaning the cloth bag.

Cleaning the Cloth Bag Used with the Disposable Dust Bag:

1. Remove the cloth bag, holding the handle at the bottom of the bag, shake out doors vigorously over a bin.

2. Inspect the cloth bag regularly for tears or damage .Replace the cloth bag if damage or tears are present.

Cleaning the Cloth Bag when Used Alone:

1. Remove the cloth bag, empty dust and dirt into a bin and shake vigorously out-doors until there is no more dust.

2. The cloth bag is hand wash-able in lukewarm water.

3. Allow to air dry for 24 hours or longer if needed. The cloth bag should be replaced when needed. Never replace Cloth Bag into the vacuum if still wet.

Note: If used often without Disposable dust bag, replacement and washing will be required more often.

4. Replace clean cloth bag in Unit ,and replace the canister lid.

Cleaning the HEPA Pre-Motor Filter

Important, Please Note: The HEPA pre-motor filter will stop most of the tiniest dust particles and airborne allergens from re-entering the air you breathe. In fact it stops

99.97% of all particles as small as 0.3 microns- many times smaller than a human hair!

Because of this incredible filtration performance, the HEPA pre-motor filter will accumulate many fine dust particles that are difficult to see. Be assured that the HEPA pre-motor filter is doing the job. Clean the HEPA pre-motor filter after each use as described in this section

1. Remove the cloth bag from the canister.

The HEPA pre-motor filter bag is located underneath the cloth bag. To remove the HEPA filter, lift the form the sides of the HEPA filter.

2. Vigorously ”TapClean” the HEPA pre-motor filter on a hard surface to remove any residual dust that might still be on the HEPA pre-motor filter.

3. You can wash the HEPA pre-motor filter by running it under the tap and allowing the water to run on the dirty side at least once a month or when suction appears to be decreased.

HOW TO CHARGE THE BATTERY PACK

When using the charger, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following:

Battery and Charging Safety

To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, battery explosion, or injury:

1. Basic information and warning for Cleanstar Battery and Charger are contained below.

For detailed usage and warning information, read the HOW TO CHARGE THE BATTERY

PACK carefully before using this unit.

2. Use only the Cleanstar Charger and Cleanstar Battery Pack supplied with the Cleanstar

Aerolite Flash.

3. DO NOT expose battery pack to temperatures above 50°C. Never leave battery packs in automobiles on hot days, where temperatures can be much higher than the outside temperature.

4. DO NOT use or store vacuum or batteries in wet or moist conditions, or with flammable or combustible materials.

5. DO NOT charge batteries or store battery for extended periods, 1 month or more, in temperatures above 32°C or below 5°C.

6. When charging, make sure that the charger has at least 6 inches of clearance on all

sides. Adequate airflow is required to cool the charger when in use.

7. Connect charging cord to a properly grounded outlet only. See Grounding Instructions below.

8. DO NOT use a damaged cord or plug for charging.

9. DO NOT pull on charger’s cord to unplug. Grasp and pull the plug, not the cord.

10. DO NOT handle the charger’s cord plug with wet hands when inserting into electrical outlet.

11. Keep sparks and flames away from batteries. Do not smoke near batteries or charger.

12. DO NOT charge the unit outdoors.

13. DO NOT attempt to repair, service, or modify the battery system or charger. Contact your place of purchase with any issues.

14. DO NOT short-circuit the battery or charger terminals with conductive items such as paper clips. This can deliver high current, resulting in heat and fire.

15. DO NOT crush, drop, incinerate or damage the battery pack. DO NOT use a battery

pack that has been damaged in any way. DO NOT incinerate the battery even if it is severely damaged or non-working. The battery can explode in a fire.

CHARGER GROUNDING INSTRUCTION

THE BATTERY CHARGER MUST BE GROUNGED.

If the charger should malfunction or stop working, grounding provides a path of least resistance for electrical current, thereby reducing the risk of electrical shock. This unit is equipped with a cord that has an equipment-grounding conductor and grounding plug. The plug must be inserted in an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances. Cutting of the ground wire or using a cord that is not equipped with a ground wire will void the warranty on the unit, and Cleanstar will accept NO liability associated with the unit.

Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in a risk of electrical shock. Check with a Qualified electrician or service person if you are unsure

that the outlet is properly grounded.

Do not modify the plug provided with the charger. If it will not fit the outlet, have a proper

outlet installed by a qualified electrician.

SPECIFICATIONS AND PARTS

Charger Specification:

Charger input: 100-240V~ 50/60Hz

Charger output: 29.4V 2A

Battery Specification:

Lithium Polymer chemistry: 25.2V

Approximate charge time: 4.0 hours

Approximate run time for new battery: 30 minutes.

Motor Specification:

DC motor: 300 watt

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1. Battery pack 2. Charger 3. charger’s cord

OPERATION

Charge in a well ventilated area. DO NOT block charger

vents. Keep them clear to allow proper ventilation.

CHARGING LITHIUM POLYMER BATTERY PACKS

Lithium Polymer batteries deliver fade-free power for their entire run time. The Cleanstar vacuum will not gradually lose power due to decreasing battery charge. The vacuum will perform at its normal performance level until the battery has been depleted. Once this

happens, recharging of the battery is required. It is not necessary to drain the battery pack completely before recharging.

If the charger’s light is not lit at any point during the charging process, remove the battery pack from the charger to avoid damaging the product. DO NOT insert another battery.

Contact your place of purchase with any issues.

BATTERY PROTECTION FEATURE

The 37-volt Lithium Polymer batteries are designed with features that protect the Lithium

Polymer cells and maximize battery life. When the battery has reached its minimum voltage level the electronics will shut off the battery. Once the battery shuts off, it must be recharged.

PREPARING BATTERY PACK FOR CHARGING

1. Plug the charger’s power cord into the charger (Fig 21)

2. Turn off the power switch. Confirm the switch is in the “O” position.

3. Unlock the battery pack by turning knob clockwise and take the battery pack out from

the vacuum.(Fig 22)

4. Plug the round connector on the charger’s cord into the battery pack. (Fig 23)

5. Plug the charger’s power cord into 240V wall outlet (Fig 24)

6. The indicator light will turn red when charging and turn Green when full charged. The

Battery pack may require approximately 4 hours to fully charge.

Note: Battery pack may get warm while charging. indicate light

Fig 21

Fig 23

Fig 22

Fig 24

Cleanstar Pty Ltd

ABN: 51 121 002 104 ACN: 121 002 104

59 Radford Road, Reservoir VICTORIA 3073

Phone: (03) 9460 5655 Fax: (03) 9460 5666

Email: [email protected]

Web: www.cleanstar.com.au

CONDITIONS OF WARRANTY

This document outlines the terms and conditions of warranty for your Cleanstar Product. This is an important document that should be kept with your proof of purchase documents in a safe place for future reference should you require service for your product.

Thank you for purchasing your new Cleanstar Aerolite Flash battery powered backpack vacuum cleaner. We are confident this product will give you trouble-free use and excellent service, provided the operator uses and maintains the product in accordance with the Instruction

Manual. Please read the Instruction Manual carefully before using the product for correct operation and maintenance procedures, and store it in a safe place for future reference.

1. This is a parts and labour warranty against faulty or defective parts, materials or workmanship in manufacturing, when the product is used and operated in accordance with the Instruction Manual.

2. This product carries a 12 month (1 year) warranty period that commences from the original date of purchase by the first user/purchaser, and is not transferable.

3. The warranty only covers use of the product to remove dry dirt and dust from flooring and other surfaces.

4. This warranty only applies to products purchased and used in Australia.

5. At all times during the warranty period, Cleanstar shall, at its sole discretion, determine whether repair, replacement or refund will apply if the product has a valid warranty claim applicable to it.

6. The repair or replacement of the product under this warranty does not extend the original period of warranty.

7. Please note that this warranty will be voided in the following cases (which are not exhaustive) and the warranty does not apply to the cost of replacing any parts of the product resulting from:

• Accidental damage;

• Normal wear and tear;

• Neglect, misuse or physical abuse by the operator, including failure to properly maintain or service;

• Any alterations, modifications or tampering with the product without the prior written consent of Cleanstar;

• Incomplete or improper installation;

• Incorrect, improper or inappropriate operation;

• Insect or vermin infestation;

• Power surges, electrical storm damage or incorrect power supply/voltage;

• Excessive use or use for which this product has not been designed;

• Vacuuming up water, liquids, toner, powders, glass, hazardous, flammable or corrosive materials, plaster dust, concrete dust and other similar building or construction materials;

• Failure to comply with the operating instructions contained in the Manual supplied with the product;

• If the product is rented;

• If the product is used outside of Australia;

• If the product was serviced or repaired by anyone other than Cleanstar, or one of Cleanstar’s Authorised Service Agents (ASA).

Cleanstar is unable to accept any responsibility under this warranty for any repair work not carried out by an ASA or from the use of non-genuine parts.

8. This warranty does not cover service calls, travelling time or consumable parts such as belts, dust bags, filters, hose or hose parts, rods and wands, floor tools and accessories, motor brushes and other like consumable items, unless defective in manufacture. In order to prolong the life of accessories and consumables, regular care and maintenance is recommended.

9. Please retain your original proof of purchase which will be required before you can make a claim under this warranty. If proof of purchase can not be provided at the time of a warranty claim or service, any work carried out on the cleaner is chargeable.

10. Any transportation and delivery costs involved in the repair of defective parts shall be borne by the claimant. In all instances, unless the product is transported by Cleanstar or a Cleanstar authorised representative, the product is transported at the owner’s cost and risk while in transit to and from Cleanstar or its ASA.

Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and for compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure. The benefits conferred by this warranty are in addition to other rights and remedies under law in respect of the product to which this warranty relates.

TO INQUIRE ABOUT MAKING A CLAIM UNDER THIS WARRANTY, PLEASE FOLLOW THESE STEPS: a) carefully check the Instruction Manual and the terms of this warranty; b) have the name and model number of the appliance available; c) have the proof of purchase available (ie. invoice, receipt, etc) showing where the appliance was purchased from and date of purchase; d) call Cleanstar on (03) 9460 5655 to speak to one of our customer service staff.