Morphy Richards VC73240MUK Bedienungsanleitung

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Bagless Cylinder Never Loses Suction*

Eco Vacuum Cleaner

Please read and keep these instructions

guarantee. See back of this

instruction book for details.

(UK and Ireland customers only)

www.morphyrichards.co.uk

Dust canister

Empty the canister regularly, even if it does not appear full.

Filters

We recommend cleaning the pre-motor filter every month.

Clean the exhaust filter every six months.

Blockages

Check the hose, tubes and tools for blockages.

Suction control

Check the suction control is in the maximum position.

*Tested in accordance with IEC 60312. Maintain as per these instructions.

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FEATURES

⁄Dust canister handle

¤Dust canister

‹Dust canister screen filter

›Dust canister empty button

ﬁHose inlet

ﬂDust canister release

button

‡Carrying handle

·Automatic cable rewind

‚On/Off button

„Exhaust filter cover

‰Power plug and cable

ÂTube standby slot

ÊExhaust filter cover release

latch

Accessories

ÁMetal telescopic tube

ËTelescopic tube release

button

ÈUpholstery nozzle with

detachable dusting brush

ÍCrevice tool

ÎCombination floor nozzle

ÏBrush height adjustment

switch

ÌHose connector

ÓHose handle

ÔSuction control

On-handle tool storage

(for È& Í)

ÒHose

ÚTurbo nozzle

(certain models only)

ﬂ

‰

ÚÎ



‚

ﬁ

‹

›

⁄

„

⁄

‡

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OPERATING THE APPLIANCE

1Fit the hose to the cleaner by inserting the

hose connector Ì into the hose inlet ﬁ and

turning it anti-clockwise until it locks into

place A.

To remove, turn clockwise.

2Attach the metal telescopic tube Á to the

hose handle Ó.

Extend the telescopic tube to the required

length by pressing down the tube release

button Ë and pulling out the tube B.

3Attach the combination floor nozzle Î to the

telescopic tube C.

Use the brush height adjustment switch Ï

to switch between two positions:

• Brush up for carpets, rugs etc.

• Brush down for hard floors, tiles etc.

4Pull out the power cable ‰ to its full length

and plug in to the mains supply.

A yellow

mark on the power cable indicates the

recommended cable length. Do not pull out the

cable beyond the red mark.

5Switch on by pressing the On/Off button ‚.

To switch off, press the On/Off button again.

6After use, unplug and press the automatic

cable rewind button ·to retract the power

cable.

WARNING: When using the automatic

cable rewind button, always hold the plug

as the power cable will rewind quickly.

Using & cleaning the turbo

nozzle (certain models only)

When vacuuming

pet hair, stairs and

upholstery, a

ttach the turbo nozzle

to either

the hose handle

or the

telescopic tube Á

as described in ‘Operating the appliance’.

IMPORTANT: Do not use the turbo nozzle on

suede and leather surfaces.

Following use, hair or fibres may become

wrapped around the brush bar, reducing the

performance. To remove:

1Switch the vacuum cleaner off and disconnect

the power plug

‰

from the electrical outlet.

2Lay the turbo nozzle on a flat surface and turn

over to expose the brush bar.

3Using a pair of scissors, carefully cut through

any threads or hairs wrapped around the brush

bar

If large particles are picked up, they may

become trapped in the turbo fan and stall the

brush bar. Open the fan cover to remove the

trapped item.

Fan cover

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ADDITIONAL ACCESSORIES

ttach either of the additional accessories to

either the hose handle

or the

telescopic

tube Á

as described in ‘Operating the

appliance’.

•Upholstery

nozzle with detachable d

usting

brush È can be separated into two parts:

Dusting brush: for pelmets, delicate objects

etc.

Upholstery

nozzle

: for carpet, upholstery and

stairs etc.

•Crevice tool Ífor awkward places, behind

radiators etc.

TOOLS STORAGE

The crevice tool and upholstery nozzle with

detachable dusting brush can be stored on

board the hose handle for added

convenience.

The on-handle tool storage may be

removed if not required. Push the on-handle

tool storage backwards towards the hose

and pull away

SUCTION CONTROL

When required, the control on the hose

handle may be slid backwards to reduce the

suction. Slide forwards for maximum suction.

TUBE PARKING

During short breaks in cleaning, the tubes

can be held in an upright, ‘standby’ position.

Rotate the floor nozzle until the lug on the

neck can be fitted into the tube standby slot

Â on the rear of the appliance, whilst you

move furniture for instance.

IMPORTANT: Ensure that the appliance is

never left unattended whilst it is switched on.

SAFETY CUT-OUT

If the cleaner overheats, a motor protection

thermostat will automatically switch the motor

off. If this happens, switch the cleaner off,

unplug from the power supply and leave

the cleaner to cool for at least 60 minutes.

Check the airways for blockages, empty the

dust canister and clean the filters before

restarting.

PRODUCT STORAGE

IMPORTANT: Always unplug the vacuum

cleaner from the electrical outlet and rewind

the power cable as directed before storing.

NOTE: Always store the vacuum cleaner

base down.

EMPTYING THE DUST

CANISTER

Empty the dust canister ¤regularly even if it

does not look full, this will maintain the

performance.

1Unplug the cleaner from the mains outlet.

Press the dust canister release button

ﬂ

and

pull the canister away from the main body F.

3Take the canister to a dustbin.

4Hold the dust canister over the dustbin.

Press the dust canister empty button ›on

the back of the dust canister. This opens the

door at the base of the canister for the

contents to be emptied-out.

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FILTERS

IMPORTANT: Do not use any detergents or

boiling water to wash the filters.

IMPORTANT: Never use the vacuum

cleaner unless the filters are fitted. Never

use the vacuum cleaner with wet or damp

filters installed.

Dust canister screen filter

The dust canister screen filter ‹ should be

cleaned every time the dust canister is

emptied.

1Follow steps 1-4 of ‘Emptying the Dust

Canister’.

2Rotate the lid of the dust canister

anti-clockwise and lift away from the canister

3Using a soft brush and a damp cloth, wipe

the dust canister filter and the dust canister

clean H.

IMPORTANT: Ensure screen filter is

thoroughly dry before re-fitting into the dust

canister.

4Re-attach the lid to the dust canister and

re-attach the assembly to the main unit.

Pre motor filter

The motor filter should be checked and, if

necessary, cleaned every time the dust

canister is emptied.

1This filter is located behind the dust canister

¤. To access the filter, remove the dust

canister (follow steps 1-2 of ‘Emptying the

dust canister’, page 4).

2To access the pre-motor filter, lift the filter

cover release tab I1 and lift off the filter

cover I2.

2Lift out the filter by pulling the tab towards

you J.

3Remove the foam filter from its housing K.

4Tap the filter clean over a dust bin to remove

the dust and dirt.

To thoroughly clean, rinse the filter in warm

water but the filter must be thoroughly dry

before re-use. Allow to air dry for 24 hours

before replacing.

5Return the pre-motor filter to its housing and

replace back into the vacuum cleaner,

ensuring the pre-motor filter cover and dust

canister are securely in place.

I1 I2

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Exhaust filter

The exhaust filter should be cleaned every

time the dust canister is emptied.

This filter is located beneath the On/Off

button ‚and the automatic cable rewind

button ·on the rear of the unit.

1To access the exhaust filter, lift the exhaust

filter cover release latch Ê L1 and lift off

the filter cover L2.

2Pull the tab towards you to remove the

exhaust filter M.

3Tap the filter clean over a dust bin to remove

the dust N.

The filter may be rinsed in warm water but

must be thoroughly dry before re-use.

Allow to air dry for 24 hours before replacing.

4Replace the filter back into the main unit and

reattach the cover.

MAINTENANCE

WARNING: The power cable must be

disconnected before all maintenance and

cleaning procedures.

Cleaning

Your cleaner is manufactured to withstand

normal day-to-day use, but an occasional

wipe over will help maintain its good looks.

Abrasive cleaners should not be used.

Blockages

1Switch off the vacuum cleaner and remove

the plug from the electrical outlet.

2To disconnect the hose Ò from the vacuum

cleaner, turn the hose connector Ì

clockwise, then pull the hose away from the

unit.

3Remove any blockages then re-connect the

hose securely.

HELPLINE

If you have any difficulty with your appliance,

do not hesitate to call us.

We are more likely to be able to help than

the store from where you bought it.

Please have the following information ready

to enable our staff to deal with your query

quickly.

• Name of the product

• Model number as shown on the underside of

the appliance.

• Serial number as shown on underside of the

appliance.

UK Helpline 0844 871 0960

Replacement Parts 0844 873 0726

Ireland Helpline 1800 409 119

WEBSITE

You may also contact us through our

website, or visit the site to browse and

purchase appliances, spare parts and

accessories from the extensive Morphy

Richards range.

UK Helpline 0844 871 0960 Replacement Parts 0844 873 0726 Ireland Helpline 1800 409 119

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IMPORTANT

SAFETY

INSTRUCTIONS

The use of any electrical

appliance requires the

following common sense

safety rules.

Please read these

instructions carefully before

using the product.

Primarily there is danger of

injury or death and secondly

the danger of damage to the

appliance.

Personal safety

• Keep loose clothing, hair,

fingers etc. away from the

floor nozzle whenever the

cleaner is connected to the

mains.

• Only lift the product by the

carrying handle ‡.

• Disconnect from the mains

supply before attempting to

clear or clean the brush.

• Disconnect from the mains

supply before cleaning or

emptying the appliance.

• Never use in the presence of

explosive liquid or vapours.

• Never pick up inflammable or

poisonous liquids such as

petrol, copier toner or other

volatile substances. Never

pick up acids, asbestos or

asbestos dust.

• Never touch the plug or

power cable with wet hands.

• Unprofessional repairs can be

dangerous for users.

• 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.

• To protect against fire,

electric shock and personal

injury, do not immerse cable,

plug or cleaner in water or

other liquid.

Location

• Do not use or keep this

product outside.

• Do not store the appliance

near hot surfaces eg. ovens

or heating appliances.

Power cable

• Do not allow the power cable

to become strained or run

this appliance over it.

• If the power cable becomes

damaged, the power cable

assembly must be replaced.

Do not attempt this task

yourself, contact the helpline

number that is found at the

bottom of the page.

Product safety

• Never use the appliance

without the filters being

installed.

• Never use the appliance with

wet or damp filters.

• Never use the appliance to

vacuum hot ashes, broken

glass, sharp objects or

liquids.

• Never over-extend the hose

such that the cleaner is

pulled over. If the cleaner is

knocked over, switch off

before attempting to upright.

• Never pick the cleaner up by

the floor nozzle when

connected to the mains, use

the carrying handle.

• Never modify the cleaner in

any way.

• Use only Morphy Richards

spare parts and accessories.

• The appliance must never be

left running unsupervised.

• This appliance is intended for

domestic use only. Misuse or

use for commercial or any

other purpose will render the

guarantee invalid.

• Always disconnect the

appliance from the mains

supply after use.

Children

• Children do not understand

the dangers associated with

operating electrical

appliances. Never allow

children to use this appliance.

• Children should be

supervised to ensure that

they do not play with the

appliance, or stumble over

the power cable.

Electrical

requirements

Check that the voltage on the

rating plate of your appliance

corresponds with your house

electricity supply which must

be A.C. (Alternating current).

If the socket outlets in your

home are not suitable for the

plug supplied with this

appliance, the plug should be

removed and the appropriate

one fitted.

WARNING: The plug

removed from the power

cable, if severed, must be

destroyed, as a plug with a

bared flexible cable is

hazardous if engaged into

a live socket outlet.

Should the fuse in the 13

amp plug require changing, a

13 amp BS1362 fuse must be

fitted

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VC73240 MUK Rev1 02/11

Morphy Richards products are

intended for household use only.

Morphy Richards has a policy of

continuous improvement in product

quality and design.

The company, therefore, reserves

the right to change the specification

of its models at any time.

The After Sales Division

Morphy Richards Ltd

Mexborough, South Yorkshire,

England, S64 8AJ

Helplines (office hours)

UK 0844 871 0960

Spare Parts 0844 873 0726

Republic of Ireland 1800 409 119

REGISTERING

YOUR FIVE YEAR

GUARANTEE

•Available on registration in the UK

only.

Your standard 2 year guarantee is

extended for an additional 3 years

when you register the product within

28 days of purchase with Morphy

Richards. If you do not register the

product with Morphy Richards

within 28 days, your product is

guaranteed for 2 years. To validate

your 5 year guarantee, register with

us online at

www.morphyrichards.co.uk.

N.B. Each qualifying product needs

to be registered with Morphy

Richards individually.

Please note that the 5 year

guarantee is only available in the

UK and Ireland. Please refer to the

2 year guarantee for more

information.

YOUR TWO YEAR

GUARANTEE

To qualify for the 2 year guarantee,

the appliance must have been used

according to the instructions

supplied.

It is important to retain the retailer’s

receipt as proof of purchase. Staple

your receipt to this back cover for

future reference.

Please quote the following

information if the product develops

a fault. These numbers can be

found on the base of the product.

Model number:

Serial number:

All Morphy Richards products are

individually tested before leaving the

factory. In the unlikely event of any

appliance proving to be faulty within

28 days of purchase, it may be

returned to the place of purchase

for it to be replaced. Alternatively, if

you have a problem, don’t take it

back to the retailer, instead call our

helpline: 0844 871 0960 (for

products purchased within the UK

only).

If the fault develops after 28 days

and within 24 months of original

purchase, you should contact the

Morphy Richards Helpline number

quoting the Model number and

Serial number on the product, or

write to Morphy Richards at the

address shown on the back of this

booklet. However, if you suspect a

fault, follow the simple checks

detailed below before retrying the

appliance or calling the helpline.

• Check the filters.

• Check the plug is firmly in the

socket.

• Check the socket is working by

trying another appliance.

• Check the fuse in the plug.

Subject to the exclusions set out

below, the faulty appliance will then

be repaired or replaced and

dispatched usually within 7 working

days of receipt. You may be asked

to provide a copy of the proof of

purchase.

If, for any reason, this item is

replaced or repaired during the

2 year guarantee period, the

guarantee on the new item will be

calculated from original purchase

date. Therefore, it is vital to retain

your original till receipt or invoice to

indicate the date of initial purchase.

EXCLUSIONS

Morphy Richards shall not be liable

to replace or repair the goods under

the terms of the guarantee where:

1 The fault has been caused or is

attributable to accidental use,

misuse, negligent use or used

contrary to the manufacturer’s

recommendations or where the fault

has been caused by power surges

or damage caused in transit.

2 The appliance has been used on a

voltage supply other than that

stamped on the products.

3 Repairs have been attempted by

persons other than our service staff

(or authorised dealer).

4 The appliance has been used for

hire purposes or non domestic use.

5 The appliance is second hand.

6 Morphy Richards reserves the right

not to carry out any type of

servicing or repair work, under the

guarantee, at its discretion.

7 The guarantee excludes

consumables such as filters.

• This guarantee does not confer any

rights other than those expressly set

out above and does not cover any

claims for consequential loss or

damage. This guarantee is offered

as an additional benefit and does

not affect your statutory rights as a

consumer.

For electrical products sold within the

European Community. At the end of the

electrical products useful life, it should not

be disposed of with household waste.

Please recycle where facilities exist.

Check with your Local Authority or retailer

for recycling advice in your country.

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