User Guide & Instructions Vorwerk Folletto s.r.l. Capitale Euro 3.000.000 Via Ludovico di Breme, 33 20156 Milano Numero verde 800-014457 Codice Fiscale 04029500966 GIUGNO08 Vorwerk Folletto è presente su Internet all’indirizzo www.folletto.it CODE 22857 - GIUGNO08 - COPIES 100.000 PRINTED ON ECOLOGICAL PAPER. PARTIAL OR TOTAL REPRODUCTION OF THE TEXT AND IMAGES IS FORBIDDEN.
3 2 Dear Customer... ed The Vorwerk System, together with the product you bought, will always be a precious help, fair and trusty, result of constant improvements of the already excellent performances and of a particular look after details and design. to by b e Co s un pe tr ci y fi First of all we want to thank you for the trust you accorded to our Sales Representative and to our Company. We are sure that You, as millions of Customer in the all World, will be completely satisfied with your choice.
5 4 Injury hazard Do not use the appliance on any part of the body. Always unplug the appliance when it is stored or left unattended. Stay away from rotating brushes of the electronic brush. Never use the vacuum cleaner near children or pets. Suffocation hazard Small parts, like the Dovina fragrance chips, must be kept out of children’s reach. motor protection filter is correctly fitted.
7 6 Description & features Technical specifications Assembly & Use 69 Changing the pad modules 70 Hard floor module 70 Polishing module for waxed and parquet floors 71 Polishing with Kobolin 72 Maintenance 73 Spare parts & consumables 74 74 75 76 78 79 Polsterboy PB 420 80 80 81 82 83 84 Tiger 260 96 96 97 Accessories Description & features Technical specifications Assembly & Use Maintenance Spare parts & consumables Important Notice Floor cleaning accessories Non-floor cleaning accessories Technic
9 to by b e Co s un pe tr ci y fi ed 8 Vorwerk is the leading company in the field of household cleaning appliances: since the thirties, the vacuum cleaners manufactured at the factories of the Vorwerk Group have always been the perfect solution to household cleaning problems. Vorwerk is a success created by focusing attention on one key factor: the Customer.
11 10 This was the situation when Vorwerk began introducing innovations in the thirties. The German company marketed a product that revolutionized the concept of the vacuum cleaner, ed Entering the XXI century, Kobold is the synthesis of a decade of commitment, passion and research.
13 12 Filtration Efficiency (HEPA, High Efficiency Particulate Air Filter) The new filtering system Premium Filterbag FP 40: 3 in 1 With the development of the new Kobold VK 140 comes also a brand new and innovative filtering technology included in the Premium Filterbag FP 40.
15 14 Odour Filtration The built-in anti-odour pearls absorb bad odours inside the filter bag. These pearls have and incredibly large activated surface area. Each gram of these pearls has an equivalent surface area of around 6 tennis courts. The open porous structure adsorbs the smell deep inside the antiodour pearls where it remains. Combined with the Dovina fragrance chip your house smells fresh and clean.
Kobold VK 140 with HD 40 Description & features MAINS LEAD VK 140 HANDLE MAIN ON/OFF AND POWER SETTING SWITCH TELESCOPIC STICK STICK RELEASE/LENGHT ADJUSTER BUTTON ACCESSORY ATTACHMENT/RELEASE BUTTON SWIVELING CABLE STAY ON THE REAR SIDE GROOVE FOR MAINS LEAD MAINS LEAD SOCKET AIR EXIT MOTOR HOUSING LOWER HANDLE FILTER UNIT OPENER PREMIUM FILTERBAG FP 40 EXHAUSTED INDICATOR APPLIANCE/ACCESSORY CONNECTOR The Kobold VK 140 is the “heart” of a grand domestic cleaning care and hygiene system.
Technical specifications VK 140 Kobold VK 140 with HD 40 Technical specifications Housing Motor High-grade recyclable plastic Maintenance-free switched reluctance motor, ball-bearing, electronic performance control, nominal speed 60,000 rpm Ventilator Single-stage radial fan Voltage for 220-240 VAC 50/60 Hz nominal performance 900 watts, with additional devices max. 1,300 watts, action radius 7.0 m in accordance with IEC 60 312 Suction values (average) for complete appliance without nozzle max.
20 Assembly & Use Kobold VK 140 with HD 40 Assembly & Use 21 Assembly & Use By winding the mains cord, make sure that it is rolled in the same direction as shown in the picture. (FIGURE 10) VK 140 To get the Kobold VK 140 ready for used, fit the HD 40 as shown in the picture.. (FIGURE 7) FIGURE 10 Wind the connecting cable around the two hooks which are designed for this purpose. FIGURE 7 To do this, guide the mains plug and lead through the rod handle.
Assembly & Use Handling and telescoping the Kobold VK 140 VK 140 With the integrated grip handles, you can comfortably transport the Kobold VK 140, use it on stairs and mattresses, and clean raised areas throughout the home.. 23 Assembly & Use Making the appliance ready for operation Remove the mains cord from the lead holder by turning the hook downwards. Insert the plug into the wall socket.
Assembly & Use Using the Kobold VK 140 with the HD 40 VK 140 To assemble, insert the Kobold VK 140 into the joint nozzle of the HD 40 nozzle until it clicks into place.
26 Maintenance Kobold VK 140 with HD 40 Maintenance 27 Maintenance Changing the filter bag and inserting the Dovina fragrance chip Press the yellow release button. VK 140 In the Kobold VK 140 all the filter system is integrated in the Filterbag thus changing it will renew the entire filtering system. If, while using the appliance, the exhausted filterbag display is completely yellow the filter bag should be changed. (FIGURE 21) FIGURE 22 Open the front filter cassette.
28 Maintenance Inserting new filter bags Press the Dovina fragrance chip into the new filter bag plastic plate. 29 Maintenance Ensure both filter bag corners are tucked within the green supports. (FIGURE 30) VK 140 Small parts, like the Dovina fragrance chips, must be kept out of children’s reach. FIGURE 26 Insert the filter bag plastic plate starting with the bottom first, ensuring the two small plastic “tabs” go over the green base plate of the Kobold VK 140.
Maintenance VK 140 Do not reuse filter bags otherwise you lose the allergy reducing performance. Only original Vorwerk filterbags guarantee the allergy reducing performance. If the filter bag breaks, clean the filter compartment and the motor protection filter thoroughly. If the motor protection filter is very soiled, replace it. Then change the filter bag. In order to re-establish the allergy reducing performance, turn the appliance on and let it run at least 45 minutes.
Maintenance Maintenance of the HD 40 VK 140 If the HD 40 becomes clogged while using the Kobold VK 140, open the transparent hatch on the upper side of the brush and remove the blockage, then close the hatch again. (FIGURE 38) 33 Spare parts & consumables Kobold VK 140 with HD 40 Spare parts & consumables VK 140 32 FIGURE 38 To open the transparent cover pull it upwards. To close it, replace it and push it backwards.
MAINS LEAD VK 140 HANDLE MAIN ON/OFF AND POWER SETTING SWITCH ACCESSORY ATTACHMENT/RELEASE BUTTON MAINS LEAD SOCKET AIR EXIT MOTOR HOUSING LOWER HANDLE FILTER UNIT OPENER PREMIUM FILTERBAG FP 40 EXHAUSTED INDICATOR TÜV SEAL FILTER UNIT LOWER HANDLE APPLIANCE/ACCESSORY CONNECTOR AUXILIARY ON /OFF AND POWER SETTING SWITCH ON THE REAR SIDE ACCESSORY ATTACHMENT/RELEASE BUTTON EB 360 FIGURE 1 di n STICK RELEASE/LENGHT ADJUSTER BUTTON GROOVE FOR MAINS LEAD a world-renowned standard for quali
Assembly & Use Kobold VK 140 with EB 360 Assembly & Use VK 140 To get the Kobold VK 140 ready for use, fit the EB 360 as shown in the picture. (FIGURE 3) 37 Assembly & Use By winding the mains cord, make sure that it is rolled in the same direction as shown in the picture. (FIGURE 6) Pay attention to possible damages to the appliance or the connecting cable when winding it up. Check that the mains cord can slide freely through the handle when telescoping.
Assembly & Use Handling and telescoping the Kobold VK 140 VK 140 With the integrated grip handles, you can comfortably transport the Kobold VK 140, use it on stairs and mattresses, and clean raised areas throughout the home. (FIGURE 8) 39 Assembly & Use Making the appliance ready for operation Remove the mains cord from the cable holder by turning downwards. Insert the plug into the wall outlet.
Assembly & Use Parking, transporting and storage of the Kobold VK 140 Parking VK 140 In the parking position, the Electronic Brush EB 360 switches itself off automatically, so you can pause the vacuuming process for a moment - for example to place or lift an object to the side - without switching off the appliance. The Kobold VK 140 then remains at the selected performance setting. The Kobold VK 140 and EB 360 can stand together alone.
42 Maintenance Changing the filter bag and inserting the Dovina fragrance chip Press the yellow release button. 43 Maintenance Inserting new filter bags Press the Dovina fragrance chip into the new filter bag plastic plate. (FIGURE 23) VK 140 Small parts, like the Dovina fragrance chips, must be kept out of children’s reach. FIGURE 19 FIGURE 23 Open the front filter cassette.
Maintenance VK 140 Ensure both filter bag corners are tucked within the green supports. (FIGURE 27) FIGURE 27 FIGURE 28 Finally, close the filter cassette back onto the motor head ensuring that it clicks firmly into place.
Maintenance VK 140 If the filter bag breaks, clean the filter compartment and the motor protection filter thoroughly. If the motor protection filter is very soiled, replace it. Then change the filter bag. In order to re-establish the allergy reducing performance, turn the appliance on and let it run at least 45 minutes. This measure is for ensuring the antiallergic performance of the appliance. Not doing it will under no circumstances damage the appliance.
Description & features EB 360 Description & features The innovative EB 360 is a multifunctional appliance. Coupled with the Kobold VK 140, it’s perfect for cleaning and caring for mattresses, carpets, rugs. The EB 360 is also perfect for vacuuming on hard floors. ATTACHMENT TO VK 140 “SOFT” FUNCTION PEDAL EB 360 OPERATING LIGHT With the new automatic power regulation function, coupled with the Kobold VK 140, the EB 360, automatically adapts to different types of rugs and carpets or hard floors.
50 Technical specifications EB 360 Technical specifications EB 360 Assembly & Use on carpets and mattresses Appliance usable exclusively when connected to Kobold appliances Connects to the Kobold through a practical connection system.
Assembly & Use Use on carpets To clean carpets and rugs, the EB 360 should be fitted with the bristle brushes. (FIGURE 6) To change the brushes, refer to chapter “Assembly & Use on carpets and mattresses”. EB 360 FIGURE 6 FIGURE 7 If you need to remove the brushes, remove the brushes already mounted in the tunnels by pulling on the ends or the fresher kit by pulling the handles. (FIGURE 7) Fit the carpet brushes with a slight rotary movement on the drive shaft until they click into place.
Assembly & Use Use on mattresses EB 360 FIGURE 14 To handle the Kobold VK 140 on mattresses you can adapt it as described in chapter Kobold VK 140 “Assembly and use Handling the appliances and telescoping”. Use the special slatted brushes on mattresses (see FIGURE 2 at page 49). This makes mattress care both easy and effective. Be aware that some mattresses have very special surfaces (eg. Jersey) that are not suitable to be cleaned with slatted brushes.
FIGURE 21 The Freshener Kit FK 360 is the latest accessory for the EB 360 that when used with Lavenia on mattresses and Kobosan active on carpets and rugs, makes it possible to effectively dry clean and hygienize mattresses, rugs and carpets (see FIGURE 13 at PAGE 52). With the Kit installed the Kobold VK 140 interrupts the suction. Before fitting the Kit, disconnect the appliance from the mains supply as described in chapter: “Assembly & Use on carpets and mattresses”.
Disconnect the plug from the mains supply and replace the Freshener Kit FK 360 with the mattress brushes (see page 54). Before refreshing your carpeted floor, clean it with the EB 360 with bristle brushes. Then fit the Freshener Kit FK 360 into the EB 360 (see FIGURE 13 at PAGE 52) and spread the Kobosan active over the floor, following the instructions given on the packet. Switch on the Kobold VK 140.
Assembly & Use When using the EB 360 with brushes on carpets and rugs (especially fine velour), set the Kobold VK 140 suction power to automatic setting “A” (FIGURE 33). EB 360 FIGURE 33 To clean hard floors the EB 360 should be fitted with the bristle brushes.
62 Assembly & Use Thanks to its rotating and tilting joint nozzle the EB 360 reaches effortlessly hard-to-reach spots. 63 Maintenance EB 360 Maintenance (FIGURE 38) From time to time we recommend checking if the EB 360 is clean. EB 360 For vacuuming under furniture with reduced floor access swivel both appliances fully flat against the floor. It threads become tangled around the brushes, remove the brushes and then clean away the threads.
64 Maintenance Freshener Kit FK 360 Maintenance Wash the drawer directly under cold or warm running water, retaining the brushes to prevent water entering into the drive hole. 65 Spare parts & consumables EB 360 Spare parts & consumables It is also possible to remove the brushes from their respective drawers paying attention to replace them correctly (red bristles in drawer with red arrow).
66 Description & features Pulilux PL 515 Description & features The Pulilux PL 515 is a specific appliance for cleaning and maintaining hard floors. Combining powerful all round perimeter suction with effective brushing action, the Pulilux PL 515 assures more effective dry cleaning of your floors.
Technical specifications Pulilux PL 515 Technical specifications Pulilux PL 515 Assembly & Use Appliance usable exclusively when connected to Kobold appliances. Connects to the Kobold through a practical connection system. Fit the Kobold VK 140 to the joint on the Pulilux PL 515.
Assembly & Use FIGURE 6 Remove the brush unit by means of the yellow ring (FIGURE 6). Insert the required brushes making certain that the selected brushes are facing downward. Check that all the protrusions fit snugly in their respective seats. Close the cowling of the Pulilux PL 515 until it locks and push the handle downwards (FIGURE 7). Only use the handle for opening the appliance, and never for carrying it.
72 Maintenance Pulilux PL 515 Maintenance Spare parts & consumables 73 Pulilux PL 515 Spare parts & consumables The two Pulilux PL 515 modules should never be washed, but can be easily cleaned using the accessories of the Kobold VK 140. The brush units and housings can be replaced when necessary. PL 515 If the PAD set (hard floor module) is worn, replace it with a new set. To do this, lever up the white ring under the PAD using a flat, thin tool that is not sharp.
Description & features Polsterboy PB 420 Description & features Polsterboy PB 420 Technical specifications CONNECTION TO FLEXIBLE HOSE SELECTOR FOR CLEARING SURFACES OR IN-BETWEEN SPACES SURFACE SUCTION PB 420 Appliance usable exclusively when connected to Kobold appliances Connects to the Kobold through a specific flexible hose with electric cable.
76 Assembly & Use 77 Assembly & Use Polsterboy PB 420 Assembly & Use FIGURE 2 To connect the Polsterboy PB 420 to the Kobold VK 140, after inserting the flexible electric hose (ESSVK130/1/5/6) to the Kobold VK 140, attach the Polsterboy as shown in FIGURE 2. The Polsterboy is controlled via the switch on the Kobold VK 140. It has two cleaning functions: for cleaning flat surfaces, set the selector as shown in FIGURE 3.
78 Maintenance Polsterboy PB 420 Maintenance Before doing any maintenance, disconnect the appliance from the mains supply by removing the plug. To clean or replace the brush set press the end of the suction nozzle in FIGURE 5. Spare parts & consumables 79 Polsterboy PB 420 Spare parts & consumables 4964 SET SPAZZOLE ESS FIGURE 5 Release the nozzle as shown in FIGURE 6. 4833 ANELLO FERMACAVO ESS PB 420 Extract the brush set suction nozzle from the motor block as shown in FIGURE 7.
Important notice TIGER 260 Tiger 260 IMPORTANT NOTICE Please read through the instruction manual before using your vacuum cleaner to ensure safe and correct use of the appliance as well as in the future to help you operate the appliance safely and free of defects. Store carefully. Do not use outdoors otherwise electrical shock could occur. This vacuum cleaner must be used for floor and room care only. Never leave the operative device unattended.
82 Overview Tiger 260 non-floor cleaning accessories - Overview Technical specifications 83 Tiger 260 Canister-type vacuum cleaner Technical specifications Motor Maintenance-free universal motor, ball-bearing, electronic performance control, safeguarded with safety switch, nominal speed 37 500 rpm. max. Ventilator Single-stage radial ventilator Housing High-grade, recyclable plastic Electrical connection For 230 Volt a.c. nominal performance 900 Watts, with additional devices max.
84 Assembly & Use 85 Assembly & Use Tiger 260 Assembly & Use Connecting the suction hose Press the electrical suction hose onto the suction socket of the Tiger 260 until the connecting piece can be heard to click into place. When doing so, please take into account the position of the contact clamps, since the electronic suction hose can be assembled in one direction only. FIGURE 3 The hose is connected to the appliance by means of a 360 degree joint.
86 Assembly & Use 87 Assembly & Use Tiger 260 Assembly & Use Switching on and off After your Tiger 260 has been connected to the mains, the green ready-light on the appliance will come on (FIGURE 11). The Tiger 260 is switched on and off by means of the sliding switch on the electronic suction hose. The sliding switch makes sure that you can easily and safely select one of the four power performance settings. Select the desired power performance setting between “A and 3”.
88 Parking & Transporting Tiger 260 Parking & Transporting Parking The Electronic Brush Kobold EB 351 and the ergonomically shaped electrical suction tube can stand on their own together. For this purpose, you place the electrical suction tube in an upright position until your hear the joint nozzle of the Electronic Brush click into place. It is of high importance that the electrical suction tube is leaning forward in a straight line, otherwise it could tip over.
Maintenance Hygiene Microfilter The red indicator on the appliance draws your attention to the fact that the Hygiene Microfilter has to be changed. (FIGURE 21) FIGURE 21 In order to change the Hygiene Microfilter, open the appliance hood and press the flap that is located at the side of the Hygiene Microfilter. When inserting the new Hygiene Microfilter, make sure the flap is showing towards the cable drum. Then close the hood. The appliance is now ready for operation, the red indicator light goes out.
Maintenance You can free textile fabrics as well as upholstery and mattresses from hairs, threads and fuzz with the textile attachment. FIGURE 31 The Vario-attachment thoroughly vacuums dust from seams and gaps, in upholstery and mattresses and between furniture items, to name just a few. Its two joints allow a variety of adjustments, making your work particularly comfortable. For dust removal from radiators, Venetian blind blades and similar items, use the special Vario-attachment connectable brush.
94 Spare parts & consumables Spare parts & consumables 95 Tiger 260 Spare parts & consumables EB 360 BORSA ACCESSORI 4977 DUMMY TEXT 4976 DUMMY TEXT TIGER 260 TIGER 260 4972 DUMMY TEXT 4975 DUMMY TEXT 4980 DUMMY TEXT 4978 DUMMY TEXT 4979 DUMMY TEXT
96 Description & features Accessories Description & features A complete set of multifunctional accessories indispensable for cleaning all kinds of different Accessories Assembly & Use surfaces, in a practical bag for easy transport and storage of all the Kobold System’s accessories.
Assembly & Use Hook the shoulder strap into the corresponding strap eyelet. (FIGURE 6) FIGURE 6 This is to the right on the upper housing. (FIGURE 7) FIGURE 7 FIGURE 8 To connect the accessories to the suction hose simply insert them until it can be heard to click into place. (FIGURE 8) To remove the accessories from the suction hose simply press the button on the Hose.
Assembly & Use Telescopic Tube – TR14 FIGURE 16 FIGURE 17 The telescopic tube TR 14 is the Kobold VK 140 extension of human arms! Hard-toreach spots can be reached with the telescopic tube TR 14 (FIGURE 16) and it’s angled, rotating suction nozzle (with four lock-in positions) with ease. It is also possible to comfortably reach very high raised areas with all kinds of Vorwerk accessories.
102 Assembly & Use With the bristle-covered plate the nozzle can be used for cleaning walls, door frames and skirting boards… (FIGURE 26) FIGURE 26 … It is especially suited for stairs. (FIGURE 27) FIGURE 27 It is also possible to remove the brushes by holding the connection of the cleaning plate in one hand and detaching the white part at the edge with a strong pull from the plate (FIGURE 28).
104 Spare parts & consumables Accessories Spare parts & consumables Troubleshooting & repaira Troubleshooting & repairs Always remove the plug from the mains socket before doing any maintenance.
106 Troubleshooting & repaira EB 360 The appliance does check that the specific bristle brushes for carpets not effectively clean are correctly fitted (page 43); 107 Technical service center Technical service center carpets with the EB 360 fitted: PL 515 Pulilux check that the pads are correct for the type of The appliance leaves marks on the floor (page 56); floor with the PL 515 Pulilux fitted: Polsterboy PB 420 The brushes of the Polsterboy PB 420 do not turn: Filter unit The filter unit
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