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VI • FOR YOUR SAFETY
Read the instructions for use carefully and keep them in a safe place.
• Your vacuum cleaner is an electrical appliance: it must only be used under normal operating conditions.
The appliance should be used and stored out of the reach of children. Never leave the appliance unattended when it is
switched on. Always keep nozzles and tube ends well away from eyes and ears.
• Make sure that the operating voltage of your vacuum cleaner is the same as your supply voltage - 230-240v.
• Unplug the appliance by removing the plug from the power outlet: immediately after use, before changing accessories,
before maintenance, cleaning or changing the dustbag.
• Do not vacuum wet surfaces, any kinds of liquids, hot substances, ultra-fine substances (plaster, cement, ash, etc.)
large sharp debris (glass), dangerous products (solvents, stripping compounds, etc.), chemical products (acids,
cleaners, etc.), inflammable or explosive products (petrol- or alcohol-based).
• Do not immerse the appliance in water, do not project water on the appliance or store it outdoors.
• Do not use the appliance:
- if it has been dropped and shows signs of damage or functions abnormally.
- if the supply cord is defective.
In this case do not open the appliance and call our helpline (overleaf).
• Repairs should only be carried out by specialists using original replacement parts.
It is dangerous to try to repair an appliance by yourself.
• Vacuum cleaner supply cords and winding systems must, in all cases, be replaced by our approved Service Centre as special
tools are needed to avoid accidents during repairs.
• In accordance with current regulations, before disposing of an appliance no longer needed, the appliance should be made non-
operational (by unplugging it and cutting off the electricity supply cord).
• This product has been designed for domestic use only, any professional use, innapropriate use or failure to comply with
the instructions, the manufacturer accepts no responsibillity and the guarantee will not apply.
Your appliance conforms to the 73/23 EEC and 89/336 EEC directives.
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VII • WHAT TO DO IF…
Important!
As soon as your vacuum cleaner starts to malfunction, and before performing any checks:
• Stop the appliance by pressing the Start/Stop switch.
• Unplug the appliance.
Your vacuum cleaner will not start or will not suck.
• The product is not connected to the mains: check that the product is correctly plugged in.
• Either a tool* or the hose is blocked: unblock the tool* or the hose.
Your vacuum cleaner suction power is ineffective, makes more noise than usual, and whistles.
• A tool* or the hose is partially blocked: unblock the tool* or the hose.
• The bag* is full or blocked by fine dust: replace the bag* or empty the cloth bag.*
• The foam filter* and the micro-active filter *are saturated: clean the foam filter* and replace the micro-active filter.*
• The mechanical power control is open: close the mechanical power control.
• The electronic power control* is in the min. position: increase power using the electronic power control* (except
when vacuuming delicate fabrics).
• The nozzle is difficult to remove: open the mecanical power control or reduce its power.
The dust bag full indicator is red.
• The bag* is full: replace the bag* or empty the cloth bag*.
• The HEPA filter cartridge* is full: change the HEPA filter cartridge*.
The power cord does not fully retract.
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The cord slows down as it is retracted: pull out the cord until completely extended and press on the retraction button.
If a problem persists, take the appliance to the nearest Rowenta Authorised Service Centre.
See the list of Rowenta Authorised Service Centres
Or contact the Rowenta Consumer Service :
0845 602 1454 - UK
(01) 4751947 - Ireland
www.rowenta.co.uk
