Operating Instructions Vacuum Cleaner (domestic) Model No. MC-UL592 MC-UL594 We would recommend that you carefully study these Operating Instructions before attempting to operate the unit and that you note the Important Safety Instructions. Please keep this Operating Instructions in a safe place with your Authorised Dealer Service booklet. This product complies with the European directives 2006/95/EC and 2004/108/EC.
TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE CAUTION FOR AC MAINS LEAD (UK and Republic of Ireland only) .............................................................................................. 3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE USER .................................................................................................................. 4 PARTS IDENTIFICATION .......................................................................................................................................................
CAUTION FOR AC MAINS LEAD ( UK and Republic of Ireland only) FOR YOUR SAFETY PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING TEXT CAREFULLY This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin mains plug for your safety and convenience. A 13-ampere fuse is fitted in this plug. Should the fuse need to be replaced please ensure that the replacement fuse has a rating of 13-ampere and that it is approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362. Check for the ASTA mark or the BSI mark on the body of the fuse.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE USER Before using the vacuum cleaner, please observe these basic precautions. WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or injury: ■ Do not leave the vacuum cleaner plugged into the socket outlet. The plug must be removed from the socket outlet before cleaning or maintaining the appliance.
PARTS IDENTIFICATION Dust Bin Handle Filter Refresher Handle Upper Cord Storage Hook Lid Buckle HEPA Filter Unit Mini Turbine Nozzle Hose Dust Bin Mains Lead Hook Mains Lead Dust Bin Plate Latch Filter Cover Foot Pedal (Handle release) Overload Protection Reset Button Pre-Filter Furniture Guard Nozzle Beater Bar (inside) Belt (inside) Cord Clip Crevice Hose Hose Hook ON/OFF Switch Floor/Carpet Selector Lower Cord Storage Hook (Carrying Handle) Dusting Brush Extension Wand (Additional 1 pc only
HOW TO ASSEMBLE YOUR VACUUM CLEANER A) HANDLE ASSEMBLY / HOSE ASSEMBLY / MAINS LEAD STORAGE Tape Connection Pipe Hook OF F FLO OR CA Crevice Suction Inlet RP ET Mini Turbine Nozzle 1. Remove tape and screw from the body. 2. Insert the base of the handle into the top of the vacuum cleaner body as shown. Push in handle and tighten the screw. 3. Insert the connection pipe to suction inlet. Ensure that the 2 hooks of the connection pipe are completely fitted into the suction inlet.
Edge Cleaning • Edge cleaning feature enables improved cleaning of carpets near walls and furniture. Overload Protection • The overload protection inside the nozzle stops the nozzle motor when the beater bar jams to prevent belt breakage. Overload Protection Reset Button NOTE: The vacuum cleaner motor will continue to run. TO CORRECT PROBLEM: • Switch the unit off. • Unplug the mains lead. • Check nozzle areas for excessive lint build up or jamming. • Clean jammed area.
HOW TO OPERATE YOUR VACUUM CLEANER A) MAINS LEAD RELEASE 1. Turn the upper cord storage hook to release the mains lead. 2. Fix the mains lead into the cord clip to help secure it during use and turn back the upper cord hook in the upright position. IMPORTANT: To avoid any possible damage to the mains lead, never run over the mains lead or allow it to become caught in the beater bar. B) ON / OFF SWITCH • Plug the mains lead into the wall socket.
CAUTION To prevent damaging carpeted floors, tiled floors, Linoleum, etc., do not leave the beater bar rotating in the same place for too long. E) FILTER CLEANING SYSTEM • Rotate the filter refresher 2 full turns before and after cleaning. • This will remove fine dust from the filter for improved and long lasting suction power. Filter Refresher F) USING TOOLS WITH REMOVABLE HOSE Hose • To remove hose from curved wand holder, grasp the curved wand, twisting and pulling straight out.
CAUTION While using the tools, hold the handle with one hand to avoid pulling the vacuum cleaner over. While using the tools, always grasp the curved wand and not the tools or the hose. MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING DUST BIN CLEANING WARNING Electrical Shock or Personal Injury Hazard Disconnect the electrical supply before servicing or cleaning the vacuum cleaner. Failure to do so could result in electrical shock or personal injury from vacuum cleaner suddenly starting.
• Clean up outer dust bin with clean, soft cloth that has been dipped in water and wrung dry. • Place dust bin back into vacuum cleaner by inserting the bottom first and tilting back. • Push forward and lower dust bin handle to lock dust bin in place. NOTE: • A lid holding bracket is located on the hinge area of the dust bin. • This bracket may release in order to prevent damage to the dust bin or the dust bin plate due to the dust bin was dropped or the dust bin plate getting any impact.
MAINTAINING THE HEPA FILTER UNIT • Check HEPA filter unit frequently and clean when dirty. Lid Pull to release HEPA Filter Unit Pull to release Buckle • Remove HEPA filter unit from dust bin by pulling both buckle as shown. • Clean HEPA filter unit by gently tapping over a rubbish container. Tap on Lid several sides to ensure best cleaning. DO NOT clean the HEPA filter unit by brush or clean it with water. • Reinstall the HEPA filter unit as per reverse procedure.
REPLACING HEPA EXHAUST FILTER Buckle • The HEPA exhaust filter removes dirt from exhaust air. • Check HEPA exhaust filter after emptying dust bin Replace when dirty. • Lay down the vacuum cleaner as shown. • To remove filter cover, slide upwards the buckle as shown. • By holding the filter cover as shown, pull it out towards you. Filter Cover • Grasp the HEPA exhaust filter and pull out to remove it.
THERMAL PROTECTOR • This vacuum cleaner has a thermal protector which automatically trips to protect the vacuum cleaner from overheating. • If a clog prevents the normal flow of air to the motor, the thermal protector trips and turns the motor off automatically. This allows the motor to cool in order to prevent possible damage to the vacuum cleaner.
• Loop new belt around motor shaft and beater bar belt groove. • Reinstall the beater bar by inserting the end cap of the beater bar to the slot for both side. End Cap Slot Nozzle • After reinstalling the beater bar, turn it by hand to make sure that belt is not twisted or pinched and that all rotating parts turn freely. • Reinstall lower plate. See “Removing and Installing Lower Plate”.
REMOVING CLOGS If the vacuum cleaner does not seem to have adequate suction, first check if the dust bin is full or if a filter is clogged. • Check the hose area. Curved Wand • Remove hose by grasping the curved wand, twisting, and pulling straight off. Then, press both hooks and pull out the connection pipe from the suction inlet. • Visually inspect the hose and the base area into which the hose is connected. • Remove any visible clog. • Re-connect the connection pipe to the suction inlet.
BEFORE REQUESTING SERVICE WARNING Electrical Shock or Personal Injury Hazard Disconnect the electrical supply before servicing or cleaning the vacuum cleaner. Failure to do so could result in electrical shock or personal injury from vacuum cleaner suddenly starting. Review this chart to find do-it-yourself solutions for minor performance problems. Any service needed, other than those described in these Operating Instructions, should be performed by an authorised service representative.
VACUUM CLEANER CONSUMABLES / ACCESSORIES (For UK and Republic of Ireland customers only) DESCRIPTION MC-UL592 MC-UL594 Exhaust filter YMV72K95000 Mini Turbine Nozzle YMV96Q95000 Extension wand YMV40P7X030 Crevice YMC61RXB030 Dusting brush YMV88R95000 Floor nozzle YMV89Q95000 - Belt YMV28S95000 Beater bar ass’y YMV92R95000 Handle unit YMV97B95000 Handle screw YMV54B95000 Upper filter YMV34K95000 Dust compartment filter kit YMV0VK95000 YMV0VK96000 YMV43K95000 Pre-filter Dust com
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