eta TIGER Robot Vacuum Cleaner 2 In 1 with Smart Application User Manual
- June 15, 2024
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Robot vacuum cleaner 2 in 1 with smart application
USER MANUAL
TIGER
Product images are for illustrative purposes only
eta 4242
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
Dear Customer, thank you for purchasing our product. Keep these instructions
together with the receipt and, if possible, the packaging and the inner
contents of the packaging, too.
GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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Consider the instructions for use as a part of the appliance and pass them on to any other user of the appliance.
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Check whether the data on the type label correspond with the voltage in electric socket.
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Never use the appliance if its power cord is damaged, if it does not work properly, if it fell down and was damaged. In this case take the appliance to a special service to check its safety and proper function.
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The product is intended for home use and similar (in shops, offices and similar workplaces, in hotels, motels and other residential environments, in facilities providing accommodation with breakfast). It is not intended for commercial use!
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This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.
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Before replacing accessories or accessible parts, which move during operation, before assembly and disassembly, before cleaning or maintenance, turn off the appliance!
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If the power cord of the appliance is corrupted, it has to be replaced by the manufacturer, its service technician or a similarly qualified person.
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Never use the appliance if the power cord or power plug are damaged, if the appliance is not correctly operating or if it has fallen on the floor and been damaged, or if it has fallen into water.
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In order to ensure safety and proper function of the appliance, use only original spare parts and accessories approved by the manufacturer.
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NOTE: Use only the charging dock supplied together with this unit for charging.
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To power the appliance, only apply safe small voltage in accordance with the type plate.
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Don´t put hands close to rotating part.
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Never immerse the vacuum cleaner into water (even its parts)!
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Never vacuum without a properly inserted filtration system and micro-filters.
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Do not vacuum sharp objects (e.g. glass, shatter), hot, flammable, explosive items (e.g. ash, hot cigarette butts, gasoline, thinners and aerosol vapours) or greases (e.g. fats, oils), caustic agents (e.g. acids, solvents). Vacuuming these objects may lead to damage of the dust filters, or the vacuum cleaner.
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Pores of the filters may be clogged when vacuum cleaning very fine dust (e.g. fine sand, cement dust, plaster). Thus, air permeability will be reduced and the suction performance will drop. In this case, clean the filters even though the dust container is not full yet.
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Always switch off the vacuum cleaner first and disconnect the power cord from power supply and only then empty the dust container, clean/replace micro-filters, clean the vacuum cleaner or its accessories.
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Do not expose the vacuum cleaner and the charging dock to weather (rain, frost, direct sunshine etc.).
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Never use the appliance for any other purpose than for the intended purpose described in these instructions for use!
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Disconnect the appliance from the mains when not in use for a long period. Switch off the vacuum cleaner and slide it out of the contacts of the charging station.
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Secure please gaps on the floor (eg, Threshold Strip) to avoid damaging the brushes. These joints may also limit the vacuum cleaner jams bristle of brush into the gaps.
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This device can not be used on a carpet whose pile length is over 1 cm. At the same time, the vacuum cleaner may not function properly on some types of dark carpets which surface „deceives” the sensors an can cause chaotic movements of the vacuum cleaner or its failure to reach some parts of the floor. Robot vacuum cleaner can cross floor transition strips of approx. 2 cm in height.
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Make precautions to solve the problem which may make the cleaning in trouble, such as:
– Keep the easily knock over objects in a safe place.
– Permian the edge of the carpet.
– The hanging table cloth and curtain should not touch the ground.
– The flammable object should be cut from the fire source.
– Sort out the tangled power cord on the floor.
– Pick up the newspaper, book, magazine and large piece of paper scattered on the floor. -
Don´t use the vacuum cleaner in rooms with temperature above 40 °C or below 0 °C.
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Don´t use the laser module/its cover as a handle when carrying the vacuum cleaner! Don´t put the vacuum cleaner upside down on any surface – risk of laser module damage.
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Check whether the main brush is correctly fixed inside the robot before cleaning.
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Examine if the dustbin is empty and insure it is fixed before it works.
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See if up-ground height sensor are wiped clean.
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If the room which needs to be cleaned wants a partition, you can place the virtual wall, at the same time, check the facing opening width.
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Please be aware that device needs 11 cm of clearance underneath furniture so that it will not become trapped.
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Do NOT drop the Robot, should this happen, run the Robot to see that everything is okay before letting it operate by itself without you being present.
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If the battery is leaking, remove it immediately; it can damage the vacuum cleaner.
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Dispose of a discharged battery in a suitable way.
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Disconnect the battery if the robot vacuum cleaner will not be used for a long time.
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Never use the appliance for any other purpose than for the intended one described in these instructions for use! This appliance is not intended for outdoor use.
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The pictures of the parts and vacuum cleaner accessories in the instruction of use are only informative and can differ from your product.
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The manufacturer is not responsible for damage caused by improper use of the appliance and the accessories. Failure to replace or maintain all filters regularly and also using nonoriginal filters, the properties of which resulted in failure or damage of the vacuum cleaner is also understood to be improper use of the appliance.
Wireless connection and compatibility
- The ETA company cannot be liable in any way for any incidental, indirect or consequential damages, or for any loss of data or loss due to information leakage during wireless communication.
- Successful wireless communication cannot be guaranteed 100% on all Smart devices and Wifi networks (routers). Due to the variety of devices on the market, there may be cases where the character or specification of a given smart device or Wifi network (router) makes connection impossible or is in some way disturbed. In addition, several factors, including hardware and software configuration, also affect the success of wireless communication over a Wifi network. The connection between the robot and your Wifi network can also be adversely affected by the surrounding Wifi networks that they can be tuned to the same channel and disrupt connections (e.g. in housing estates, apartment buildings, etc.). These facts are not a reason to claim the appliance.
The application is owned and operated by a third party (hereinafter the “Subject”) different from HP TRONIC Zlín, Ltd. (hereinafter the „Seller“). No personal information is transmitted between the Subject and the Seller. When registering for the application, the customer transfers the personal data directly to the Subject, which becomes the personal data controller. The Application and the associated privacy policy are governed by the Rules of the Subject.
| No one else can disassemble main- tain or. Transform the product except the
maintenance technicians designa- ted by our company or it may cause fire
electric shock or personal injury.| | Use only the charging dock and charging
cable supplied together with the unit for charging.
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| Do not touch power supply cable with wet hands – electric shock hazard.| |
Don’t bend the power cord overly or place weight on it, or it may cause
power cord damage, fire or electric shock.
| Don’t twist your clothes or any part of your body (head, finger, etc.) into
the brush or wheel of the Robot, or it may cause personal injury.| | Don’t
approach cigarette, lighter, match and other heat objects or combustible
materials such as the gasoline cleaner.
| Don’t use the Cleaner in commercial places, or the Cleaner may be damaged by
excessive use.| | Insert the power cord of the charger well or it may cause
electric shock,
short circuit, smoking or fire.
| Insert the supply cable connector into the charging dock tightly – risk of
electric shock, short circuit or fire.| | Remove all easily damaged objects
(including luminous objects, fabrics,
glass bottles, etc.) before using, or it may cause damage to these objects
or affect the using of the cleaner.
| Please use the Cleaner cautiously in the presence of the children to avoid
frightening or harming them.| | Don’t stand or sit on the Cleaner, or it may
cause damage to the Cleaner or personal injury.
| Don’t make the Cleaner take in water and other liquors for fear of the
product damage.| | Don’t use the Cleaner on small tables and chairs or other
small
space, otherwise the Cleaner may be damaged.
| Don’t use the Cleaner outdoors, or it may cause the product damage.| | Don’t
leave movable thread, wire and other objects with the length of
more than 150 mm on the ground or the brush may be entangled.
APPLICABILITY
The product, mainly applicable to home, hotel rooms and small office, is good
for cleaning to various short-haired carpet, wood floor, hard floor, ceramic
tile, etc.
Since the vacuum cleaner moves freely in the space of your home, it is
necessary to adapt the environment to this fact. Before use, remove all
unwanted objects (stretched cables, scattered clothes, papers, bags, etc.)
from the floor that could impede the movement
of the vacuum cleaner or, conversely, fragile objects (e.g. glass and ceramic
vases) that could be damaged by the vacuum cleaner.
If you use the device in an apartment with several storeys, it is necessary to
carry the charging station along with the device from one storey to another.
PRODUCT COMPONENTS
3.1 PACKAGE CONTENTS
Item | Description | Designation | Quantity | Match code |
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Robotic vacuum cleaner | A | 1 | – | |
Charger station | D | 1 | – | |
Power cable | E | 1 | – | |
Mop extension | F | 1 | ETA424200030 | |
Mop (1 pc spare) | F1 | 1+1 | ETA424200350 | |
Side brushes (1 pair spare) | A7 | 2+2 | ETA424200080 | |
HEPA filter (1 pc spare) | B4 | 1+1 | ETA424200070 | |
Cleaning tool | G | 1 | ETA424200010 | |
2 in 1 dirt container (installed in the vacuum cleaner) | B | 1 | ETA424200020 | |
Main brush (installed in the vacuum cleaner) | A8 | 1 | ETA424200050 | |
Main brush cover (installed in the vacuum cleaner) | A9 | 1 | ETA424200040 | |
– | Battery (installed in the vacuum cleaner) | – | 1 | ETA424200270 |
3.2 ROBOTIC VACUUM CLEANER
A – Robotic vacuum
cleaner
A1 – Front bumper
A2 – Sensors against falling downstairs
A3 – Charging contacts
A4 – Storage battery compartment cover
A5 – Drive Wheels (Left / Right)
A6 – Front wheel
A7 – Side brushes
A8 – Main brush
A9 – Main brush cover
A10 –RESET button
A11 – Laser module
B – Dirt container 2 in 1
C – Control panel
F – Mop extension
3.3 DIRT CONTAINER 2 IN 1
B – Dirt container 2 in 1
B1 – Button for release
B2 – Dirt tank
B3 – Filter cover
B4 – HEPA filter
B5 – Rubber stopper for the water tank
G – Cleaning tool
3.4 CONTROL PANEL
C – Control panel
C1 – ON /OFF/AUTO (automatic cleaning) / STOP
(PAUSE) button
C2 – CHARGING / STOP (PAUSE)
C3 – Wifi indicator light
3.5 CHARGER STATION
D – Charger
station
D1 – Charging contacts
D2 – Socket for power cable
E – Power cable
3.6 MOP EXTENSION
F – Mop extension
F1 – Mop
PREPARATION FOR USE
Remove all packing material, remove vacuum cleaner and accessories.
Remove any adhesive films, stickers, paper or other protective elements from
the vacuum cleaner. 4.1
VACUUM CLEANER PREPARATION
According to use, install the 2 in 1 dirt container B and if you are going to
mop, fill the tank with clean water and install the mopping attachment F
including the F1 mop. Install the main brush A8 and the side brushes A7. 4.2 CHARGER
STATION INSTALLATION
- Place the charging station on the floor. Make sure there is enough space on the sides of the base (at least 0.5 m) and in front of the base (at least 1.5). Don´t expose the charging dock to sunshine.
- Connect the cable to the charging station and then to the power supply.
VACCUM CLEANER USE
Note
The vacuum cleaner has voice notifications that are set to Czech at the
factory.
5.1 SWITCHING ON THE VACUUM CLEANER
- Press the C1 button.
- After the system is loaded, an acoustic signal and a voice alert will sound (the C1 button light will be permanently lit).
5.2 BATTERY CHARGING
- Check that the charging station is properly connected to the mains.
- Place the vacuum cleaner near the charging station and press the C2 button. If the battery is too low, place directly and correctly the vacuum cleaner on the charging station.
Notes
- Standard charging time is approx. 3-4 hours. Fully charged battery will work for approx. 120 minutes, depending on set functions.
- The stated operating times are based on ETA‘s internal testing and only apply to a new and fully charged battery. Depending on the age and wear of the battery, the operating time decreases.
- If you do NOT intend to use the vacuum cleaner for a long time, remove the battery.
- After cleaning, the vacuum cleaner will automatically search for the charging station.
- The “ETA SMART” application makes it easy to find out the battery status. The application can also be sent back to the charging station at any time.
5.3 START / STANDBY MODE
Start (Cleaning)
Press the C1 button to start the vacuum cleaner.
Standby mode (Pause)
The vacuum cleaner enters standby mode whenever it is switched on. When the
vacuum cleaner is in operation (cleaning), press the C1/C2 button to put it
into standby mode. This will interrupt the cleaning process.
5.4 CLEANING MODES AND DEVICE FUNCTIONS WITHOUT USING THE ETA SMART
APPLICATION
Smart automatic cleaning
Press the C1 button. During cleaning, the vacuum cleaner moves gradually and
systematically in the space according to the programmed route. It divides the
space into individual segments. As soon as the vacuum cleaner cleans the
entire available space, it automatically searches for the charging station.
Return to the charging station
The vacuum cleaner has a function of automatic return to the charging station
after cleaning.
You can also use the C2 button to send the vacuum cleaner to the charging
station.
Reset
If the vacuum cleaner gets stuck (the vacuum cleaner does not work properly
and does not respond), press the RESET button A10. This switches off the
vacuum cleaner. You can then switch the vacuum cleaner on again and work with
it.
5.5 USING THE MOPING ATTACHMENT
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Remove the 2 in 1 Dirt Tank B from the vacuum cleaner, open the rubber stopper B5 and fill the tank with water.
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Attach the F1 mop to the lower part of the moping attachment correctly.
Soak and wring the mop before use. Then attach the mopping attachment to container B. -
Insert container B with mopping attachment F installed back into the vacuum cleaner.
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Switch on the device and select the required cleaning mode.
Notes
- When mopping, we recommend cleaning the individual rooms.
- Do not use/pour any detergent in the mop water tank.
- When mopping, check the vacuum cleaner and add water to the moping attachment, if necessary, or rinse the mop.
- Do not use the mop attachment on carpets and prevent the vacuum cleaner from hitting the carpet.
- Remove and clean the moping attachment after use. Do not leave it installed on the vacuum cleaner while charging.
APPLICATION ETA SMART
The vacuum cleaner can be operated in simplified mode using buttons on control
panel C.
In order to use all device´s functions, you will have to install and use smart
app “ETA SMART”, allowing extension of vacuum cleaner functionality and
increased user comfort.
All other information, operating instructions of the app, instructions and
hints for successful pairing with home network can be found at:
www.etasince1943.com/robot
The app is available from Apple Store or Google Play database (or use the
following QR code for easy installation:
Note
If QR code is not active, find the app manually (by its name).
VACUUM CLEANER MAINTENANCE
Carry out maintenance and cleaning regularly, depending on the frequency of
use and the amount of cleaning. In a more polluted environment (a pet
household), more frequent maintenance will be required. Failure to carry out
maintenance may damage the vacuum cleaner and its components!
Carefully wipe vacuum cleaner body incl. laser module with dry cloth. Remove
dirt (if any) in the laser module area (the dirt could deactivate the rotation
mechanism and result in deterioration of the surface mapping function and
behaviour of the device.)
CAUTION
When turning the device, don´t put it on the laser module. Risk of damage!
7.1 CHARGING CONTACTS CLEANING
Switch off the vacuum cleaner and disconnect the charging station from the
power supply! Clean the charging contacts (A3, D1) on the vacuum cleaner and
on the station with a soft dry cloth. Clean at least once a month. Do not use
aggressive cleaning agents or oils to clean the contacts. 7.2 CLEANING OF
DIRT CONTAINER 2 IN 1
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Remove the dirt tank B from the vacuum cleaner. Dispose of dirt together with normal household waste.
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Clean the dirt tank with the tool G (or other suitable).
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Remove the HEPA filter B4 from the dirt container. Blow or knock the HEPA filter B4 gently. Also thoroughly clean the area where the HEPA filter is stored (do this every time you empty the dirt container). NOTICE
• Do not use any aggressive detergents or cleaning substances or hot water to clean the HEPA filter.
• Dry cleaning is recommended to maintain HEPA filter parameters.
• If you choose to wash the HEPA filter with water, its filtering ability will be reduced.
• The maximum number of filter washes is 3x. Then it is necessary to buy a new one.
• It is recommended to change the HEPA filter at least twice a year.
• The HEPA filter is not dishwasher safe.
• Neglecting to clean and replace the HEPA filter can lead to vacuum cleaner failure! -
Pour out any excess water from the tank.
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After maintenance fold up the dirt container including the HEPA filter and put it back in the vacuum cleaner.
7.3 MAIN BRUSH CLEANING
- Press the cover lock A9 and remove the main brush A8 from the vacuum cleaner.
- Clean the main brush with the cleaning tool G (or other suitable). You can also use scissors to remove tangled hair / hair. Wipe the main brush cover and main brush compartment with a soft, dry cloth.
7.4 SIDE BRUSHES CLEANING
- Remove the two side brushes, clean them and remove the twisted hair / pet’s hair).
- Observe side marks (L – left, P – right).
7.5 WHEELS
CLEANING
Clean the front, left and right wheel using a soft cloth and the G
tool. NOTICE
Some hair / pet’s hair may be wrapped around the wheel axes and other dirt may
stick. Inspect and clean the wheels regularly.
7.6 SENSORS CLEANING
After each cleaning, clean the sensors with a soft cloth. 7.7 MOP EXTENSION CLEANING
- Remove the mop attachment F from the container B.
- Remove the F1 mop from the mop attachment.
- Rinse the tank with water. Rinse mop F1 in flowing water.
More extensive maintenance or maintenance requiring intervention in the inner parts of the appliance must be carried out by a professional service!
PROBLEMS SOLUTIONS
Problem | Solution |
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The device cannot be switched on | Low battery. Place the device in the |
charging dock and recharge.
Ambient temperature lower than 0 °C or higher than 40 °C. Working temperature
of the device is 0-40 °C.
The device cannot be charged| Remove the device from the charging dock and
check correct connection of the cleaning dock to the electric mains.
Check and clean charging contacts (on the device and the charging dock).
The device cannot find its charging dock| The device is too far from the
charging dock, move it nearer to the charging dock. Do not relocate the
charging dock during cleaning operation of the device.
Abnormal behaviour of the machine| Restart the device.
Abnormal sounds are generated| Wheels and the brushes are clogged. Clean where
necessary.
Lower cleaning potential or remaining dust on the surface| The dirt container
is full. Clean it.
The filters are clogged, clean or replace the filters.
The main brush is clogged. Clean it.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
Robotic vacuum cleaner
Appliance protection class| III.
operating voltage| 14.4 V (DC)
Accumulator| Li-Ion
Battery savings| 3350 mAh
Charging time| 3-4 hours
Weight| 3.1 kg
Dimensions| Ø 360 mm x 97 mm
Frequency range| 2.4 GHz
Output power (EIRP)| 15.95 dBm
Wireless technology| Wifi
Declared acoustic level is 73 dB(A) re 1pW.
Compatibility:
Smart device operational system –
– Android 6.0 and higher
– IOS 11.0 and higher
WIfI network
– 2.4 GHz
– WPA1 and WPA2 security (recommended WPA2)
NOTICE
The device cannot be operated on IEEE 802.1X-secured Wifi networks (usually
corporate Wifi networks).
Charging station
Appliance protection class| II.
Input voltage| 100-240 V (AC)
Hereby, ETA a.s. declares that the radio equipment type ETA4242 is in
compliance with Directive 2014/53/EU. The full text of the EU declaration of
conformity is available at the ETA internet address.
The manufacturer reserves the right to change the technical specifications for
the respective model. The manufacturer reserves the right to change/update the
ETA SMART application without prior notice. Due to the character of such
changes/updates, some information or procedures in this manual might become
obsolete or might be missing.
The capacity of the product battery decreases over time. Decreasing of battery
capacity occurs during normal use of the appliance and is considered usual
wear and tear of the appliance. Decreasing battery capacity is not a defect of
the appliance.
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
If the dimensions allow, there are labels of materials used for production of
packing, components and accessories as well as their recycling on all parts.
The symbols specified on the product or in the accompanying documentation mean
that the used electrical or electronic products must not be disposed of
together with municipal waste. For proper disposal of the product, hand it
over at special collection places where it will be received free of charge.
Suitable disposal of the product can help to maintain valuable natural
resources and to prevent possible negative impacts on the environment and
human health, which could be the possible consequences of improper waste
disposal. Fines can be imposed for improper disposal of this type of waste in
agreement with the national regulations. The appliance is equipped with the
Li-Ion battery with long life.
For environmental protection it is necessary to remove the battery from the
appliance after its service life and the battery and the appliance must be
disposed of safely using special collection networks. Ask for more details at
the local authority or at the local waste collection site.
Battery removing
Remove the 2 battery compartment cover screws at the bottom of the vacuum
cleaner.
Remove the battery and unplug the connector. Remove the battery and unplug the
connector. For unplugging the connector use more force for advantage of
overcoming the safety fuse against spontaneous disconnection.
WARNING
Make sure the connectors are connected correctly! The battery connector
contains a safety part that must point at the opposite of the safety part in
the connector in the vacuum cleaner. The connector must be connected exactly
as shown below, otherwise there is a risk of irreversible damage of the vacuum
cleaner base plateWARNINGS
AND SYMBOLS USED ON THE APPLIANCE, PACKAGING OR IN THE INSTRUCTIONS MANUAL:
HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY. DO NOT IMMERSE IN WATER OR OTHER LIQUIDS.
| TO AVOID DANGER OF SUFFOCATION, KEEP THIS PLASTIC BAG AWAY FROM BABIES AND
CHILDREN. DO NOT USE THIS BAG IN CRIBS, BEDS, ARRIAGES OR PLAYPENS. THIS BAG
IS NOT A TOY.
| Please read the instructions manual
| Removable power supply unit
| WARNING
© DATE 10/07/2023
e.č. 45/2023
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