BORMANN BVC4100 Vacuum Cleaner Instruction Manual

BORMANN BVC4100 Vacuum Cleaner Instruction Manual

Safety instructions

• It is the responsibility of the owner and the operator to read, understand and comply with the following:
• You must check all electrical products, before use, to ensure that they are safe. You must inspect power cables, plugs, sockets and any other connectors for wear or damage.
• Ensure that the insulation on all cables and on the appliance is safe before connecting it to the power supply.
• Ensure that cables are always protected against short circuit and overload.
• Regularly inspect power supply cables and plugs for wear or damage and check all connections to ensure that none are loose.
• Important: Ensure that the voltage marked on the appliance matches the power supply to be used and that the plug is fitted with the correct fuse.
• DO NOT pull or carry the appliance by the power cable.
• DO NOT pull the plug from the socket by the cable.
• DO NOT use worn or damaged cables, plugs or connectors. Immediately have any faulty item repaired or replaced by a qualified electrician.
• Disconnect the machine from the power supply before servicing, changing accessories, or performing any maintenance. Use only genuine parts and accessories. Unauthorized parts and accessories may be dangerous and will invalidate your warranty. Maintain the machine in good condition. Use only a qualified technician for repair/servicing. Keep machine clean, but DO NOT use solvents. Ensure the correct paper dust bag is firmly in place before operating the machine for dry cleaning. Wrong or no paper dust bag may cause machine faults and will invalidate your warranty. DO NOT allow children or untrained persons to operate the machine.
• DO NOT place attachments close to your face (especially eyes, ears, etc). Do not point the hose end at other persons or animals.
• DANGER! DO NOT vacuum hot or glowing ash, cigarette ends, flammable, explosive, corrosive or other dangerous substances.
• DO NOT operate the unit without the paper dust bag in place when dry vacuuming (see section regarding paper dust bags).
• DO NOT leave machine running unattended. Turn power supply OFF, and DO NOT leave the vicinity until motor has come to a complete stop.
• DO NOT operate the cleaner while under the influence of drugs, alcohol or impairing medication, or if you are tired.
• DO NOT use the cleaner in the rain or in very damp conditions.
• When not in use, store the cleaner in a safe, dry, childproof location.
• DO NOT use the cleaner for a task it is not designed to perform.
• This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduces physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning the use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure they do not play with the appliance.
• If the supply cord is damaged in any way, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its service agent or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.
• Do not leave the appliance unattended when in use.
• Always unplug appliance before cleaning.
• No liability can be accepted for any damage caused by non compliance with these instructions or any other improper use or mishandling.

Description of main parts (Picture A)

1. Handle
2. Rear wheels
3. Rear storage container
4. Shut-off valve basket
5. Water tank
6. Paper dust bag
7. Shampoo water pipe
8. Big spray head
9. Shampoo water pipe connector
10. Plastic tube
11. Foam filter
12. Floor brush
13. Crevice tool
14. Suction hose, and shampoo delivery tube assembly
15. Small spray head

Assembly (Picture B)

1. Do not connect the mains plug yet.
2. Undo tank clasps and lift off the top section assembly.
3. Remove contents from inside the tank. Check and identify each component as listed in fig.1. If anything is missing or damaged please contact your supplier immediately.
4. Insert a large wheel on each side of the rear basket and ensure they are pushed all the way in.
5. Turn the tank upside down and insert the moulded castor mountings into their positions in the black base. Retain each castor moulding with the self-tapping screws provided.
6. For dry suction fit the paper dust bag.
7. For carpet washing or wet suction fit the foam filter.
8. Re-assemble the top to the tank.
9. Fasten the 2 clasps.
10. Attach the suction hose to the suction inlet on the front of the tank.
11. Push the end of the suction hose into the air diffuser handle. Push the end of the air diffuser handle into the plastic tube. Fit the required accessory to the base of the plastic tube or directly to the diffuser handle if the plastic tube is not required.

Using the paper dust bag (Picture C)

WARNING! Always disconnect the plug from the mains supply before removing the tank cover.
IMPORTANT: The filter is made of high quality paper designed to filter small particles of dust. We Recommend that this filter be used for dry vacuuming only.

1. The bag must be completely dry when used to collect dry dust as a wet or damp bag will clog quickly and be very difficult to clean.
2. Check the bag carefully and regularly for tears or small holes. Even a small hole can cause dust to be exhausted. Never use a bag with holes or tears as this may cause damage to the motor and invalidate warranty. Replace it immediately

Installing & Cleaning

WARNING! Ensure you read, understand and apply ‘Safety Instructions. Reminder: DO NOT vacuum hazardous substances. Use of an incorrect paper dust bag will invalidate your warranty

1. Ensure the machine is unplugged from the power supply.
2. Fit the paper dust bag down over the basket and push it fully home.
   5.2.3 Re-position the head onto the tank, and clip in place.
   5.2.4 Insert the larger end of the plastic hose into the front inlet on the tank and lock in place. Push the required attachment onto the free end of the hose.
   5.2.5 Plug into the power supply. Switch the motor to vacuum only
   5.2.6 When you have completed vacuuming, turn the switch to the ‘Off’. (Position ‘O’), and unplug from power supply.

Wet vacuum cleaning (Picture D)

WARNING! Ensure you read, understand and apply Safety Instructions. Reminder: Remove plug from power supply before opening unit. DO NOT vacuum solvents, explosives, inflammable and/or hazardous liquids such as petrol, oil, spirits, paint, thinners, acids etc. Use of an incorrect filter will invalidate your

warranty

Ensure the machine is unplugged from the power supply. Make sure the tank is clean and free from dust and dirt. For wet vacuum cleaning the foam filter must be used. When using the foam filter first remove any paper dust bag fitted. Ensure the foam filter is clean and dry. Place the foam filter over the filter cage and adjust carefully. Fit the required accessories or tubes to the suction hose. Ensure the switch is ‘Off’ (position ‘0’) before plugging into the power supply. Switch to the ‘On’.

When you have completed vacuuming, turn the switch to the ‘Off’ (position ‘O’), and unplug from power supply. After use, empty the tank and dry.

WARNING! The tank is not designed for liquid storage. Always empty liquids after use. Never store the cleaner with liquid in the tank. To vacuum large quantities of liquid, from a sink or tank etc., do not immerse the nozzle completely in the liquid; leave a gap at the top of the nozzle opening to allow an air inflow. The machine is fitted with a float valve which blocks the suction action when the tank has reached its maximum capacity. The user will notice an increase in motor noise. When this happens, turn off the machine, disconnect from power supply, remove the head from the tank and empty the liquid into a suitable receptacle or drain. To continue vacuuming, refit the head and proceed. After wet vacuuming, turn the machine off and remove plug from power supply. Empty the tank and clean/dry the inside and outside before storage.

Carpet Cleaning (Picture E)

SET-UP

Water, mixed with a suitable carpet shampoo solution, is pumped deep into the fibres of the carpet via the shampoo application nozzle. The dirty liquid is then sucked back into the waste tank along with the dirt and grime dislodged by the cleaning solution.
WARNING! Ensure you read, understand and apply Safety Instructions. Reminder: DO NOT vacuum hazardous substances. Ensure the machine is unplugged from the power supply. Fit the foam filter. Reposition the head onto the tank body and clip in place. Ensure that the shampoo solution has been mixed with the recommended proportion of water and pour it into the shampoo tank. Insert the shampoo tank connecting tube and filter into the tank and push the cap onto the tank filler neck to avoid any shampoo splashing out whilst working. Plug the nozzle on the other end of the shampoo tank connecting tube into the shampoo inlet hole on the rear of the motor housing. Ensure that the transparent shampoo delivery tube is fitted correctly around the suction hose and held in place with the clips provided. Screw the large threaded connector on the end of the flexible suction hose to the vacuum inlet on the front of the tank. Push the connector on the end of the shampoo delivery tube into the shampoo outlet nozzle on the front of the motor housing. Slide the spraying trigger fitting into the mount at the top of the plastic tube. Push gently and ensure it clicks into place. Fit the large washing head to the plastic tube. Connect the shampoo delivery tube from the head to the trigger. The black fitting is a push and twist fit. The spraying nozzle at the other end of the delivery tube is a push fit into the mounting on the underside of the head. There is a notch in the nozzle which must fit onto a spigot in the head mounting to ensure that the nozzle outlet is the right way round. Select the switch to position switch ”I”, to operate the wet and dry function. Select the switch to position switch “II”, for simultaneous shampoo application and dirty liquid suction.

When you are ready to start shampooing, press the switch to the II position (this is only to be used when shampooing). Squeeze the trigger to apply shampoo to the area to be washed.

Carpet Cleaning

Vacuum the carpet thoroughly before washing it. For best results we recommend you first remove all furniture from the room to be cleaned, or move it away from the cleaning area.

Clean the whole carpet systematically in squares of approx. 1.5m each. This avoids walking over the cleaned carpet until it completely dry. Start furthest away from the doorway to the room, extend the hose and work backwards. Switch to position switch “II” , and squeeze the trigger to spray shampoo into the area to be cleaned. Squeeze the trigger as you pull the head back towards you, in lengths of approximately 1.5m. Refill the tank if the fluid spray stops. Switch off and return to where you started.

Switch to position to switch “II” suck up the dirty solution and repeat the previous pattern of strokes. Apply more shampoo in any particularly dirty area. The dirty solution is visible as it is sucked up through the transparent head. Stop vacuuming when there is no more dirty fluid visible.

Do not walk over any newly cleaned area until it is completely dry.
WARNING! DO NOT replace furniture until the carpet is completely dry!
WARNING! DO NOT run the pump when there is no shampoo in the tank!
WARNING! The motor noise changes to a higher pitch when the tank is full or blocked. Stop the machine immediately and empty the water tank.
WARNING! Always use a low foam shampoo or use a de-foaming agent.

Storage

Prior to storage, following steps should be taken:

Remove the shampoo head and use the end of the plastic tube to suck up any remaining liquid. Run the vacuum cleaner until the tubes and hose are clean and dry.

Switch off the unit and unplug the unit from the power supply. Then empty the main tank and shampoo tank.

Remove the foam filter to dry. Refit for further wet suction. For dry vacuuming you must fit a dry paper dust bag.

Maintenance

Ensure the machine is unplugged from the power supply. Disconnect the hose from the container. Undo the clasps and remove motor head from the container.

Clear out any dirt or debris from the container and hose.

Clean the foam filter by washing it in a mild soapy solution.

Check that the telescopic suction tube operates smoothly, and check the power cable to make sure it has not received any damage.

Troubleshooting

Cleaner will not operate.| No power supply.Faulty power cable, switch or motor. Container full of liquid.| Check supply. Check and repair or replace faulty item. Empty container.
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Dust comes from the motor cover.| Bag missing or damaged.| Fit or replace dust bag.
Reduced efficiency and increased motor speed/ vibration.| Filter clogged. Nozzle, hose or container inlet blocked.| Clean or replace bag. Check nozzle, hose and container inlet for blockage.
No solution spraying out.| Switch on wrong position. Shampoo tank is empty. Incorrectly fitted trigger or pipes.| Turn switch to the required position. Add more shampoo. Check fittings and connections. Ensure there are no kinks in tubes.

IMPORTANT: No liability is accepted for incorrect use of this product

Disposal

It is prohibited to dispose of this appliance in domestic household waste. Do not dispose this product as unsorted municipal waste. Collection of such waste separately for special treatment is necessary.

Technical Data

The manufacturer reserves the right to make minor changes to product design and technical specifications without prior notice unless these changes significantly affect the performance and safety of the products. The parts described / illustrated in the pages of the manual that you hold in your hands may also concern other models of the manufacturer’s product line with similar features and may not be included in the product you just acquired.
Please note that our equipment has not been designed for use in commercial, trade or industrial applications. Our warranty will be voided if the machine is used in commercial, trade or industrial businesses or for equivalent purposes.
To ensure the safety and reliability of the product and the warranty validity, all repair, inspection, repair or replacement work, including maintenance and special adjustments, must only be carried out by technicians of the authorized service department of the manufacturer.

DISPOSE OF PACKAGING RESPONSIB

DO NOT DISPOSE OF ELECTRICAL GOODS IN HOUSEHOLD WASTE

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