TRUPER MAX-20A Cordless Hand Vacuum User Manual

TRUPER MAX-20A Cordless Hand Vacuum

Product Information

The Cordless Hand Vacuum has a 500 ml capacity and is model MAX-20A with code 102446. It is powered by a 20V ion-lithium battery with a capacity of 2 Ah and has an autonomy of approximately 20 minutes. The charging time for the battery is around 60 minutes. The vacuum has an input voltage of 127V, frequency of 60Hz, and a current of 1.1A. The output voltage is 21.5V and 3.5A. The power cable has cable clamps type Y and the construction class of the tool is Class III. The charger construction class is reinforced insulation, and the IP grade is IP20.

Product Usage Instructions

• Before using the Cordless Hand Vacuum, read the manual thoroughly to understand the technical data, power requirements, and general power tool safety warnings. Keep the manual for future reference. To gain the best performance of the tool, prolong the duty life, make the warranty valid if necessary, and to avoid hazards of fatal injuries, it is crucial to read and understand the manual before using the tool.
• When using the tool, avoid exposing it to rain, liquids, and/or dampness as it may alter the build quality of the electric insulation. Ensure that all power sources are disconnected before gaining access to the terminals. Only use a grounded extension cable labeled for outdoors use when operating power tools outdoors to reduce the risk of electric shock.
• If the power cable gets damaged, it should only be replaced by the manufacturer or at an authorized service center. Do not alter the plug in any way. When using an extension cable, verify that the gauge is enough for the power that your product needs. Refer to the table provided in the manual to determine the right size to use depending on cable’s length and the ampere capability shown in the tool’s nameplate. When in doubt, use the next higher gauge.
• To assemble the Cordless Hand Vacuum, refer to the parts section in the manual. Before starting up, ensure that you have prepared the vacuum as per the preparation section in the manual. Refer to the maintenance section in the manual for tips on maintaining your Cordless Hand Vacuum. If you encounter any issues with the tool, refer to the troubleshooting section in the manual. For authorized servicer centers, refer to the authorized servicer centers section in the manual. The warranty policy is also available in the manual.

Technical Data

WARNING Avoid the risk of electric shock or severe injury. When the power cable gets damaged it should only be replaced by the manufacturer or at a Authorized Service Center. The build quality of the electric insulation is altered if spills or liquid gets into the tool while in use. Do not expose to rain, liquids and/or dampness.
WARNING Before gaining access to the terminals all power sources should be disconnected.

Power Requirements

WARNING Tools with double insulation are equipped with a polarized plug (one prong is wider than the other). This plug will only fit in the right way into a polarized outlet. If the plug cannot be introduced into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still doesn’t fit, call a qualified electrician to install for you a polarized outlet. Do not alter the plug in any way. Double insulation eliminates the need of both a grounded third power cord with three prongs or a grounded power connection.
WARNING When using an extension cable, verify the gauge is enough for the power that your product needs. A lower gauge cable will cause voltage drop in the line, resulting in power loss and overheating. The following table shows the right size to use depending on cable’s length and the ampere capability shown in the tool’s nameplate. When in doubt use the next higher gauge .

WARNING When operating power tools outdoors, use a grounded extension cable labeled “For Outdoors Use”. These extensions are especially designed for operating outdoors and reduce the risk of electric shock.

General power tools safety warnings

WARNING! Read carefully all safety warnings and instruction listed below. Failure to comply with any of these warnings may result in electric shock, fire and / or severe damage. Save all warnings and instructions for future references.

Work area

• Keep your work area clean, and well lit.
• Cluttered and dark areas may cause accidents.
• Never use the tool in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust.
• Sparks generated by power tools may ignite the flammable material.
• Keep children and bystanders at a safe distance while operating the tool.
• Distractions may cause loosing control.

Electrical Safety

• The tool plug must match the power outlet. Never modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs with grounded power tools.
• Modified plugs and different power outlets increase the risk of electric shock.
• Avoid body contact with grounded surfaces, such as pipes, radiators, electric ranges and refrigerators.
• The risk of electric shock increases if your body is grounded.
• Do not expose the tool to rain or wet conditions.
• Water entering into the tool increases the risk of electric shock.
• Do not force the cord. Never use the cord to carry, lift or unplug the tool. Keep the cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts.
• Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock.
• When operating a tool outdoors, use an extension cord suitable for outdoor use.
• Using an adequate outdoor extension cord reduces the risk of electric shock.
• If operating the tool in a damp location cannot be avoided, use a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) protected supply.
• Using a GFCI reduces the risk of electric shock.

Personal safety

• Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a tool. Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication.
• A moment of distraction while operating the tool may result in personal injury.
• Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye protection.
• Protective equipment such as safety glasses, anti-dust mask, non-skid shoes, hard hats and hearing protection used in the right conditions significantly reduce personal injury.
• Prevent unintentional starting up. Ensure the switch is in the “OFF” position before connecting into the power source and / or battery as well as when carrying the tool.
• Transporting power tools with the finger on the switch or connecting power tools with the switch in the “ON” position may cause accidents.
• Remove any wrench or vice before turning the power tool on.
• Wrenches or vices left attached to rotating parts of the tool may result in personal injury.
• Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
• This enables a better control on the tool during unexpected situations.
• Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Keep hair, clothes and gloves away from the moving parts.
• Loose clothes or long hair may get caught in moving parts.
• If you have dust extraction and recollection devices connected onto the tool, inspect their connections and use them correctly.
• Using these devices reduce dust-related risks.

Power Tools Use and Care

• Do not force the tool. Use the adequate tool for your application.
• The correct tool delivers a better and safer job at the rate for which it was designed.
• Do not use the tool if the switch is not working properly.
• Any power tool that cannot be turned ON or OFF is dangerous and should be repaired before operating.
• Disconnect the tool from the power source and / or battery before making any adjustments, changing accessories or storing.
• These measures reduce the risk of accidentally starting the tool.
• Store tools out of the reach of children. Do not allow persons that are not familiar with the tool or its instructions to operate the tool.
• Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
• Service the tool. Check the mobile parts are not misaligned or stuck. There should not be broken parts or other conditions that may affect its operation. Repair any damage before using the tool.
• Most accidents are caused due to poor maintenance to the tools.
• Keep the cutting accessories sharp and clean.
• Cutting accessories in good working conditions are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
• Use the tool, components and accessories in accordance with these instructions and the projected way to use it for the type of tool when in adequate working conditions.
• Using the tool for applications different from those it was designed for, could result in a hazardous situation.

Use and care of the battery-operated tool

• Recharge only with the charger specified by .
• A charger that is suitable for one type of battery pack may create a risk of fire when used with another battery pack.
• Use power tools only with specifically designated battery packs.
• Use of any other battery packs may create a risk of injury and fire.
• When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from other metal objects, like paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws, or other small metal objects, that can make a connection from one terminal to another.
• Shorting the battery terminals together may cause burns or a fire.
• Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from the battery; avoid contact. If contact accidentally occurs, flush with water. If liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek medical help.
• Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns.

Service

• Repair the tool in a Authorized Service Center using only identical spare parts.
• This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained.

Safety warnings for the use of vacuum cleaners

Dangerous materials

• WARNING Do not vacuum or use the vacuum cleaner near flammable liquids, explosive gases or vapors such as gasoline or other fuels, lighter fluid, hot liquids, cleaners, oil-based paints, natural gas, hydrogen or explosive dusts such as coal dust, magnesium powder, grain dust or gunpowder. Sparks inside the engine can ignite flammable vapors or dusts.
• WARNING Do not vacuum anything that is  burning or producing smoke, such as cigarettes, matches or hot ashes.
• CAUTION To reduce the risk of health hazards, do not vacuum toxic materials.
• Do not vacuum masonry dust or soot from the chimney, as it is a very fine dust and will not be trapped by the filter, which may cause damage to the motor. When vacuuming fine dust use a special dust filter (sold separately).

While operating the hand vacuum

• CAUTION Keep away from openings and moving parts; hair, loose clothing, fingers and any other body parts.
• Do not use or store near hazardous materials.
• Do not leave the vacuum cleaner running unattended.
• Do not leave vacuum cleaner unattended when plugged into power source.
• Do not place any objects over the ventilation openings.
• Do not operate the vacuum cleaner with the vents blocked; keep them free of dust, lint, hair, or anything that reduces air flow.
• CAUTION Do not use the vacuum cleaner to vacuum liquids.
• Do not use the vacuum cleaner with a broken filter or without the filter installed.
• To reduce the risk of falls, use extreme caution when cleaning stairs.
• If the vacuum cleaner is not working properly; is missing parts, has been dropped or damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, take it to a Au-thorized Service Center.
• Turn the vacuum cleaner off before removing the battery.
• Remove the battery when not in use or before servicing.
• Do not allow it to be used as a toy. Particular care should be taken when used by or near children.
• Do not expose vacuum cleaner to rain. Store indoors.
• Use ear protectors when performing services that make noises above 85 dB.

Batteries and charger

• DANGER Use only Truper Max chargers to charge the tool battery. Using any other charger may result in fire or risk of injury.
• DANGER Use only batteries specifically designed for the tool. Other batteries may create a risk of injury or fire.
• Connect the charger to an alternating current (AC) supply only.
• DANGER Do not use the charger outdoors.
• Respect the “+/-” polarity when charging.
• Never recharge a leaking battery.
• Do not use batteries or the charger for purposes other than those for which they were designed.
• Do not modify the battery or charger contacts.
• Never expose the batteries to temperatures higher than 122 °F.
• DANGER Never expose batteries to fire, they could explode.
• CAUTION Batteries should be kept away from any metallic object such as paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws or any other object that could cause the terminals to make contact, coins, keys, nails, screws or any other object that could make the terminals make contact; because it would cause a short circuit that could cause burns or fires.
• CAUTION Under extreme conditions, battery fluid  may leak. If so, avoid any contact. If accidental contact occurs, wash with abundant water, rinse with lemon juice and vinegar. If the liquid enters in contact with the eyes, wash with abundant water during several minutes and look for medical help immediately. Liquid ejected from the batteries could cause irradiation or burns.
• CAUTION To maximize battery life, fully discharge the battery at least once a month. Do not leave the battery uncharged for more than three months. Always charge the battery to its maximum capacity. Before using the machine for the first time, charge the battery for a minimum of 6 hours.
• Avoid stopping constantly while vacuuming to prevent damage to the battery.

Parts

Assembly

Filter

• Place the fabric filter (A) inside the screen (B).
• In order for the filter to cover the inner surface of the screen, place the filter frame (C) inside the fabric filter.
• Make sure that the cloth filter is not folded between the screen and the frame.
• With its components assembled, place the screen into the dust compartment cover (D).
• Turn the screen counterclockwise until its notches fit into the slots in the dust compartment lid.

Preparation

Charging the battery

1. Plug the charger plug into a 127 V~ socket.
2. Insert the battery into the charger by sliding it into the charger as shown in the picture. The red light should come on, indicating that charging has started.
   • When the battery is fully charged, the green light will turn on and the red light will turn off.
   • Disconnect the charger from the power supply when charging is complete.
   • If the red light flashes, the battery is defective, replace it with a new one.
   • If the green light flashes, the battery temperature is below 32 °F or above 113 °F. Wait until the battery temperature is in the correct range before charging.

Considerations for battery use
The battery comes DISCHARGED from the factory. It will need to be charged for approximately 1 hour before use. The normal charging temperature is 32 °F to 113 °F. Outside this range, charging is automatically suspended until it reaches the correct temperature. The normal discharge/working temperature is 32 °F to 167 °F. If 167 °F is exceeded, the electronic control shuts off the power to the tool until the temperature reaches the optimum temperature range again. When the battery is below normal voltage during work, the tool stops working. Between each charge, give the charger 15 minutes rest. In a hot environment or after prolonged use, the battery may become too hot to be recharged. Allow the battery to cool before attempting to recharge.

Battery installation

• Once the battery is charged, insert it into the receptacle on the back of the vacuum housing.
• Slide the battery into the receptacle until you hear a click to make sure it is securely in place.
• To remove the battery, press the latch (A) and slide the battery out.
• To make sure the battery is charged, press the indicator button (B). The color of the light indicates the charge level.

Remaining battery capacity

NOTE: Depending on the conditions of use and ambient temperature, the indication may differ slightly from the actual capacity.

Stat up

Switching on and off

• Turn the switch (A) to the ON position (ON).
• To turn the vacuum cleaner off, turn the switch to the OFF position, and disconnect the battery from the receptacle.

CAUTION

• Always verify that the switch is in the OFF position before starting the vacuum cleaner. Always check that the switch is in the OFF position before inserting the battery. The autonomy of the machine is about 20 minutes. To double this value, use a 4 Ah, MAX-BA4 battery (not included).
• Always keep the filter clean for best performance.

Maintenance

Cleaning

• Remove the battery before any cleaning operation.
• Clean the vacuum cleaner with a damp cloth impregnated with a few drops of detergent and dry it afterwards.
• Do not use solvents, products containing chlorine or abrasive products to clean the appliance.
• Do not immerse the vacuum cleaner in water or any other liquid, nor put it under the tap.

Emptying of dust compartment

• Empty the dust compartment (C) when residues are visible through its transparent walls, when it is full or when the unit is not operating at full power.
• Press the compartment opening button (D) and turn the compartment downwards to release it.
• Remove the dust compartment cover (E).
• Place the debris in a suitable container.
• Remove any remaining debris from the filters, the lid and the inside of the compartment.
• To assemble the compartment, follow the above steps in reverse order.

Filter cleaning

• Remove the dust compartment cover (E).
• Disassemble the filter components.
• Hand wash the filters with a mild detergent or dishwashing soap. Make sure that the fabric filter is thoroughly dry before replacing it.
• To assemble the filter components.

Troubleshooting

Authorized Service Centers
In the event of any problem contacting a Authorized Service Center, please see our webpage www.truper.com to get an updated list, or call our toll-free numbers 800 690-6990 or 800 018-7873 to get information about the nearest Service Center.

Warranty Policy

Warranty. Duration: 3 years.
Coverage: parts, components and workmanship against manufacturing or operating defects, except if used under conditions other than normal; when it was not operated in accordance with the instructive; was altered or repaired by personnel not authorized by . To make the warranty valid, present the product, stamped policy or invoice or receipt or voucher, in the establishment where you bought it or in Corregidora 22, Centro, Cuauhtémoc, CDMX, 06060, where you can also purchase parts, components, consumables and accessories. It includes the costs of transportation of the product that derive from the fulfillment of its service network. Phone number 800-018-7873. Made in China. Imported by Truper, S.A. de C.V. Parque Industrial 1, Parque Industrial Jilotepec, Jilotepec, Edo. de Méx. C.P. 54257, Phone number 761 782 9100.

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