ToWeR T513006 Performance Corded Vacuum Cleaner with HEPA Filter User Manual

ToWeR T513006 Performance Corded Vacuum Cleaner with HEPA Filter

THIS BOX CONTAINS

• Instruction manual
• 3-in-1 vacuum cleaner
• Filter
• Brush tool
• Crevice tool
• Wall mounting kit
  

SPECIFICATIONS

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

Please read these safety NOTES carefully BEFORE using your Tower appliance.

These warnings have been provided in the interest of safety. Basic safety precautions should always be followed including the following:

KEY SAFETY POINTS

This product is fitted with a thermal cut-out, which will activate if the motor overheats due to blocked air inlets. If the appliance cuts out, allow it to cool for 1 hour, then empty the dust container and clean all of the filters.

• DO NOT use the appliance without the dust container filter in place.
• Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.

GENERAL SAFETY

• If the supply cord or appliance is damaged, stop using the appliance immediately and seek advice from the manufacturer, its service agent or a similarly qualified person.
• DO NOT place the appliance near a heat source.
• The use of accessory attachments is not recommended by the appliance manufacturer apart from those supplied with this product.
• DO NOT pull the plug out by the cord as this may damage the plug and/or the cable.
• Switch off and unplug before fitting or removing tools/ attachments, once charged and before cleaning.
• Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
• Children should not play with the appliance.
• 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.
• Cleaning and user maintenance should not be undertaken by children without supervision.
• Take care when any appliance is used near pets.
• DO NOT use this appliance for anything other than its intended use.
• This appliance is for household use only.
• DO NOT use the appliance outdoors.
• This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as: Staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments; by clients in hotels, motels and other residential type environments; farm houses; bed and breakfast type environments.
• DO NOT immerse cords, plugs or any part of the appliance in water or any other liquid.

It is important that this instruction manual is retained for future reference.
If the appliance is given to someone else, it should always be accompanied by these operating instructions, as they form an integral part of the appliance.

WHILST USING THE VACUUM

• Not suitable for carpets with long fibres as the bristles will damage the fibres.
• Keep the vacuum cleaner moving over the carpet surface at all times to avoid damaging the carpet fibres.
• DO NOT handle the appliance or plug with wet hands.
• Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers and all body parts away from moving parts.
• DO NOT pick up anything that is burning or smoking such as cigarettes, matches or hot ashes.
• DO NOT vacuum any large, sharp, or broken objects, such as pieces of glass.
• DO NOT vacuum water or any other liquid.
• DO NOT use to pick up hazardous or abrasive liquids (solvents, corrosive products, detergents, etc), flammable liquids such as alcohol, gasoline or use in an area where they might be present.
• Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.
• Use only manufacturer’s recommended accessories.
• In the unlikely event the appliance develops a fault, stop using it immediately and seek advice from the Customer Support Team.

PLUG AND CORD

• Check that the voltage of the main circuit corresponds with the rating of the appliance before operating.
• WARNING: DO NOT let the cord hang over the edge of a table or counter, serious burns may result from the air fryer being pulled off the counter where it may be grabbed by children or become entangled with the user.
• DO NOT let the supply cord touch hot surfaces.
• DO NOT carry the appliance by the power cord.
• DO NOT use any extension cord with this appliance.
• DO NOT pull the plug out by the cord as this may damage the plug and/or the cable.

WIRING SAFETY FOR UK USE ONLY

IMPORTANT : As the colours in the mains lead of this appliance may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, please proceed as follows:

The wires in the mains lead are labelled in accordance with the following code:
Blue neutral [N] Brown live [L] Green/ Yellow [EARTH]

PLUG FITTING DETAILS (WHERE APPLICABLE)

• The wire labelled blue is the neutral and must be connected to the terminal marked [N].
• The wire labelled brown is the live wire and must be connected to the terminal marked [L].
• The wire labelled green/yellow must be connected to the terminal marked with the letter [E].
• On no account must either the brown or the blue wire be connected to the [EARTH] terminal.
• Always ensure that the cord grip is fastened correctly.
• The plug must be fitted with a fuse of the same rating already fitted and conforming to BS 1362 and be ASTA approved.
• If in doubt consult a qualified electrician who will be pleased to do this for you.

NON-REWIREABLE MAINS PLUG

If your appliance is supplied with a non-rewireable plug fitted to the mains lead and should the fuse need replacing, you must use an ASTA approved one (conforming to BS 1362 of the same rating). If in doubt, consult a qualified electrician who will be pleased to do this for you.
If you need to remove the plug – disconnect it from the mains – then cut it off of the mains lead and immediately dispose of it in a safe manner. Never attempt to reuse the plug or insert it into a socket outlet as there is a danger of an electric shock.

WARNING:
This appliance MUST be earthed!

STRUCTURE OF YOUR APPLIANCE

BEFORE FIRST USE

SETTING UP

1. Remove your appliance from the packaging.
2. Check that there is no visible damage to the body.
3. Check that all listed parts are present.
4. Remove any stickers or labels from the appliance. DO NOT remove any warnings.
5. Dispose of the packaging in a responsible manner.

POWERING UP THE APPLIANCE

1. To use the appliance, begin by powering it up. To do this, plug the unit into a compatible mains socket, ensuring the socket switch is turned to the On position.

TURNING THE APPLIANCE ON/OFF

1. Once the appliance is plugged in, push the On/Off switch located on the handle in a downward direction to turn the unit on. The motor will begin to work to show the unit has been turned on.
2. Push the On/Off switch in an upward position while the unit is in operation to turn it off. The motor will stop working to show the unit has been turned off.

ATTACHING AND REMOVING THE EXTENSION POLE

This unit is equipped with an aluminium pole, for extended reach when using the unit as a floor vacuum. This pole is detachable, allowing the unit to be used as a handheld vacuum cleaner, if required.

1. To connect the pole to the vacuum cleaner, push it into the corresponding slot on the main body of the unit until it locks into place.
2. To remove the extension pole and use the vacuum cleaner as a handheld cleaner, press the extension pole release button on the main body of the unit, then pull the pole firmly away from the unit until it detaches.
3. To connect the pole back into the unit, push it into the corresponding slot on the main body of the unit until it locks into place. Take care to ensure the pole is fitted in the right way round; the pole is fitted in the right way round when the two connecting pins are facing towards the back side of the unit.

ATTACHING AND REMOVING THE FLOOR HEAD

This unit comes equipped with a detachable illuminated floor head, for easy cleaning.

1. To remove the floor head from the unit, press the release button at the top of the floor head, near the base of the pole, then pull the floor head firmly out and away from the main body of the unit until it detaches.
2. To connect the floor head back into the pole, push it into the corresponding slot on the main body of the unit until it locks into place. Take care to ensure the floor head is fitted in the right way round; the floor head is fitted in the right way round when the two connecting pins are facing towards the back side of the unit.

ATTACHING AND REMOVING ACCESSORIE

This vacuum cleaner comes complete with a 2 in 1 Crevice and Brush Tool, for vacuuming corners and cleaning delicate surfaces, and a stand-alone crevice tool, for corners and hard-to-reach areas. Either accessory can be attached to either the flexi aluminium pole, or the handheld unit directly.

1. To connect an accessory to the extension pole, attach it to the corresponding hole at the end of the pole until it clicks into place. , Ensure each accessory is firmly connected before turning on the appliance, to prevent them from falling off whilst in use.
2. To connect an accessory directly to the handheld unit, attach it to the slot at the front of the main body of the unit until it clicks into place.
3. To remove an accessory when using the unit as a stick vacuum, grip it firmly, and pull it away from the extension pole until it detaches.
4. To remove an accessory when using the unit as a handheld vacuum, press the release button on the base of the accessory and pull it firmly away from the main body of the appliance.
   

NOTE: Keep the brush free of fibres, hairs, and other objects that could impede proper functioning. Always remove these types of objects when the brush picks them up.

INSTALLING THE WALL MOUNT

1. To wall-mount the appliance, begin by affixing the included wall mount to the wall. To do this, begin by choosing an adequate position and height, roughly one metre above the ground, and mark it on the wall with a pencil, as shown in Figure 1.
   
   

2. Hold the wall bracket level to the marking and mark the position of the two screw holes through the bracket, as shown in Figure 2.
   
   

3. Remove the wall bracket from the wall and drill two holes over the pencil markings with a 6mm masonry drill (not included).

4. Once the two holes have been appropriately drilled, insert one of the included wall plugs into each hole. Ensure each wall plug is firmly secured into place before proceeding.
   

5. When both wall plugs have been securely fitted, place the wall bracket over them and use the included screws to affix it to the wall, as shown on Figure 3. Ensure the wall bracket is firmly secured into place before proceeding.

6. Your appliance can now be wall mounted, as shown in Figure 4.
   

CLEANING AND CARE

EMPTYING THE DUST TANK

Hold the unit over a bin and press the dust tank quick release button. Empty the contents of the dust tank. Once empty, push the cover back into place until there is an audible click.

CLEANING THE FILTER

1. To access the filter, open the dust tank as instructed above, then pull the filter firmly up and away from the main body of the unit. It may be necessary to twist the filter slightly in a counter-clockwise direction in order to pull it out.

2. To clean the filter, rinse it under running water and leave it to dry thoroughly.
   WARNING! The filter is NOT washing machine safe. DO NOT place the filter into the washing machine.
   NOTE: Allow the filter to dry for a period of at least 24 hours before placing it back into the unit. DO NOT use a hair dryer to dry the filter. Air- dry only.

3. Once the filter is thoroughly dry, place it back into its corresponding slot inside the dust tank. Ensure the filter is firmly secured into place before attempting to use the vacuum.

CAUTION! DO NOT use the vacuum cleaner without the filter in place.

NOTE: If the filter appears damaged or is not performing correctly, it should be replaced. It is recommended to replace the filter approximately every three months.

CLEANING THE UNIT BODY

1. Before cleaning the unit body, ensure the unit is disconnected from the mains supply and not in operation.
2. Use a damp cloth to clean the unit body. Never use any abrasive cleaning materials or solvents, as these could cause damage to the surface of the unit.
   WARNING! DO NOT allow any liquids into the unit, as this could cause damage to the electrical components and cause it to malfunction.
   NOTE: Ensure the unit is thoroughly clean and the filter is completely dry before attempting to use or store it.

CLEANING THE BRUSH BAR

1. Lift the lever on the edge of the underside of the floor head, visible on the left-hand side of the first image below.
2. Pull out the small tab directly underneath the lever to release the brush bar (visible on the left-hand side of the first image below) then pull it out from the main body of the appliance, as shown in the second image below.
3. Remove fluff, hairs and other residues from the brush, then fit it back into place.
4. Push the locking tab back down into the main body of the unit until it clicks into place. Push the lever back down to lock the brush bar in place.

CLEARING BLOCKAGES

If the dust tank is overfilled, the filter is clogged up, or the vacuum picks up a larger piece of debris, the vacuum may become clogged.

Should this occur, carry out the following steps to unclog the vacuum:

1. Check the dust tank and empty it if necessary.
2. Check the filter for any debris and rinse it under running water if necessary, as detailed in the sections above.
3. Detach any attachments from the unit and check for blockages.

STORING THE APPLIANCE

Store the appliance in a cool, dry place, preferably inside its original packaging, and out of the reach of children.

TROUBLESHOOTING

fully charged.
Blockage to the dust tank or filter.| Check that there are no blockages to the dust tank or filter and remove as necessary.
The motor protective thermostat

has kicked in.

| Allow the unit to cool for 1 hour, then empty the dust tank and clean all of the filters.
The vacuum will not pick-up or the suction power is weak.| The dust container is full or the filter needs cleaning.| Empty the dust container and clean the filter.
Potential blockages in the dust tank or filter.| Check for blockages and clean the filter and dust tank.
Dust is escaping from the vacuum.| The filter may installed incorrectly.| Ensure the filter is correctly installed inside the unit.
The dust container may be full.| Empty the dust container and reassemble the filter system.
There is a strange noise coming from the vacuum.| The airflow may be restricted or blocked.| Check for blockages and clean the filter and pole.

DISPOSAL OF THE UNIT

Appliances bearing the symbol shown here may not be disposed of in domestic rubbish. You are required to dispose of old electrical and electronic appliances like this separately.

Please visit www.recycle-more.co.uk or www.recyclenow.co.uk for access to information about the recycling of electrical items.

Please visit www.weeeireland.ie for access to information about the recycling of electrical items purchased in Ireland.

The WEEE directive, introduced in August 2006, states that all electrical items must be recycled, rather than taken to landfill.

Please arrange to take this appliance to your local Civic Amenity site for recycling, once it has reached the end of its life.

SPARE PARTS / CUSTOMER SUPPORT

If you have any questions or concerns about your new product, please contact our helpful Customer Support Team:

Spare part replacements and accessories are available to purchase via:

+44 (0) 333 220 6066
www.towerhousewares.co.uk

Please have your Model No. available. This can be found on the front cover of this instruction manual and on the appliance’s rating label.

In the unlikely event the appliance develops a fault, stop using it immediately and seek advice from the Customer Support Team. +44 (0) 333 220 6066

Thank You

We hope you enjoy your appliance for many years…

This product is guaranteed for 12 months from the date of original purchase.
If any defect arises due to faulty materials of workmanship, the faulty products must be returned to the place of purchase.
Refund or replacement is at the discretion of the retailer.
THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS APPLY:
The product must be returned to the retailer with proof of purchase or a receipt.
The product must be installed and used in accordance with the instructions contained in this instruction guide.
It must be used only for domestic purposes.
It does not cover wear and tear, damage, misuse or consumable parts.
Tower has limited liability for incidental or consequential loss or damage.
This guarantee is valid in the UK and Eire only.
The standard one year guarantee is only extended to the maximum available for each particular product upon registration of the product within 28 days of purchase. If you do not register the product with us within the 28 day period, your product is guaranteed for 1 year only.
To validate your extended warranty, please visit www.towerhousewares. co.uk and register with us online.
Please note that length of extended warranty offered is dependent on product type and that each qualifying product needs to be registered individually in order to extend its warranty past the standard 1 year.
Extended warranty is only valid with proof of purchase or receipt.
Your warranty becomes void should you decide to use non Tower spare parts. Spare parts can be purchased from www.towerhousewares.co.uk Or call our Customer Support Team on: +44 (0) 333 220 6066

References

• Everything you need to know to Recycle More
• Recycle Now
• Tower Housewares | Household Appliances | 100 Years of Quality
• WEEE Ireland Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Recycling

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