User manual PROGRESS DIAMANT 812.3 LIDL

[. . . ] Keep the operating instructions in a safe place and pass them on to any subsequent owners. Protecting the environment Do not simply throw away packaging material and old appliances. Equipment packaging: · The cardboard packaging can be deposited at a waste paper recycling point. [. . . ] · Repairs to electrical appliances may only be carried out by qualified specialists. Improperly effected repairs may result in significant risk to the user. · For this reason, if there is a malfunction in your appliance please contact your specialist dealer or PROGRESS customer service directly. 11 Preparing the vacuum cleaner for use The accessories can be connected by pushing and twisting, and can be disconnected by pulling them apart and twisting. Connecting the suction hose and suction tube. Join the suction hose handle firmly to the suction tube. Attaching the suction hose Insert the suction hose connector in the suction inlet. Press the release button and pull out the connector in order to remove the suction hose. Connecting the suction tubes Join the two tubes. Mains connection/Cable rewind The mains cable is in the cable compartment. Press the foot button; the cable rewinds automatically when vacuuming has been completed. Adjust the Telescopic Tube (depending on model) Push down the button on the tube and adjust the tube to the desired working position. 12 Using the nozzles The nozzles may be attached to the suction tube or the handle on the suction hose, depending on requirements. Using the floor nozzle* For the daily care of carpets and hard floors. Without being changed over manually, the floor nozzle is entirely suited for daily vacuuming of carpets and hard floor surfaces such as parquet, tiles, linoleum, etc. Crevice nozzle For vacuuming crevices, gaps and corners. Using the floor nozzle* For the daily care of carpets and hard floors. The brushes can be extended for smooth floors and retracted for carpets. Upholstery nozzle For vacuum cleaning all upholstered furniture, mattresses, etc. The thread lifting strips on the nozzle even pick up thread and lint. Crevice and upholstery nozzle stored in the appliance For specific cleaning requirements, two additional parts are included with the vacuum cleaner in an integrated accessories compartment*. Open the compartment by pressing gently as shown in the figure. *depending on model 13 Switching on Switching on and off You can switch the appliance on and off by pressing the On/Off button. Maintenance and cleaning Prior to maintenance or cleaning, ensure that the appliance is switched off and that the mains plug has been removed from the socket: Power adjustment: Power adjustment - Rotary control* The suction power can be varied to suit individual vacuuming requirements using the electronic power adjuster. Changing the paper filter The paper filter must be replaced if the window on the filter replacement indicator is completely red when the appliance is operating at maximum power and the nozzle is raised from the floor. The paper filter should be replaced even if it does not appear to be full because fine dust can block the pores in the surface of the filter. Power adjuster ­ Secondary air regulator* Using the regulator on the handle, you can reduce the suction power, e. g. The wider you open the regulator, the lower the suction power at the nozzle becomes The cover can be opened by pressing the button and folding back until it locks. Hygienic filter change: When removing the full filter bag, pull the closing tab to automatically close the opening. There will be slight resistance when the tab is pulled. 14 Bags full of normal household dust may be disposed of with household waste. [. . . ] This can be avoided if you set the electronic power adjuster to the lowest power level and then select a higher level after switching the appliance on. Your vacuum cleaner can be fitted with a gentle start-up control which reduces the starting current to the motor and therefore prevents the electric circuit cut-out being triggered under normal conditions. [. . . ]