SBI Heating Accessories AC02586 Ash Vacuum Cleaner Instruction Manual

SBI Heating Accessories AC02586 Ash Vacuum Cleaner

Product Information

Specifications

• Model: AC02586
• Language: English
• Conforms to UL STD. 1017
• Certified to CSA STD. C22.2 No.243-01
• Specifications subject to change without notice

Important Safety Instructions
Safe and effective use of the Ash Vacuum is the owner’s responsibility. When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following:

READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS VACUUM.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury:

• Do not leave vacuum cleaner when plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before servicing.
• To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.
• Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used with children nearby.
• Use only as described in this manual. Use only manufacturer’s recommended attachments.
• Do not use with damaged cord or plug. If vacuum cleaner is not working as it should, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, contact your dealer.
• Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as a handle, close lid on cord, or pull cord around sharp edges or corners. Do not run vacuum cleaner over cord. Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
• When you want to pull the plug from the wall contact, please do this at the plug itself and not by means of the electrical cable.
• Do not handle plug or vacuum cleaner with wet hands.
• Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with any opening blocked. Keep exhaust free of dust, lint, hair, and anything that may reduce airflow.
• Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of the body away from openings and moving parts.
• Turn off all controls before unplugging.
• Use extra care if used when cleaning stairs.
• Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids, such as gasoline, or use in areas where they may be present.
• Hold plug when rewinding onto cord reel. Do not allow plug to whip when rewinding. Unplug before connecting the hose.
• Do not pick up hot embers, hot ash, or anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes or matches.
• Do not use without filter in place.

Instructions for Use
Please follow these instructions to correctly operate and maintain your Ash Vacuum:

FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)

• Q: Can I use the Ash Vacuum outdoors?
• A: No, the Ash Vacuum should not be used outdoors or on wet surfaces.
• Q: Can I use the Ash Vacuum without a filter?
• A: No, the Ash Vacuum should always be used with a filter in place.
• Q: Can I use the Ash Vacuum to pick up flammable liquids?
• A: No, the Ash Vacuum should not be used to pick up flammable or combustible liquids, such as gasoline.
• Q: What should I do if the vacuum cleaner is not working properly?
• A: If the vacuum cleaner is not working as it should, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, please contact your dealer for assistance.

Instructions

THANK YOU AND CONGRATULATIONS…
for purchasing an SBI Heating Accessories, Ash vacuum. We have worked to ensure that the ash vacuum meets high standards for usability and durability. With proper care, your ash vacuum will provide many years of service. Please take the time to read this manual carefully to learn how to correctly operate and maintain your ash vacuum. Congratulations on your investment in quality.

SPECIAL NOTES IMPORTANT!

• Check your ash vacuum before turning it on. Keep cover latches in place and in working order. Replace damaged, missing or failed parts before using it.
• Ensure that anyone who uses the ash vacuum is familiar with all safety precautions.
• Filter should be removed and thoroughly cleaned monthly or after each 3 to 5 uses. Clean outside away from valuables! (See step 8 on page 3).
• Always operate the ash vacuum with the filter installed; otherwise, dust pass-through or motor damage may result.
• Disconnect power cord from electrical outlet before cleaning filter, servicing or removing lid.
• Do not use a washing machine to wash filter.
• Do not use hair dryer or microwave to dry filter.
• Filter should be gently tapped to remove ash build-up. Moist ash will be tough to remove, allow to drying if necessary, then clean when dry.
• Do not poke at filter or rub filter as this may tear the fabric and lead to dust pass-through.
• Replace filter once a year, or after about 50 uses or if dust passes through after filter cleaning, (see instructions for use step 10 on page 3).

NOTE : General information is given throughout the manual that may help the operator perform the operation or service of the machine.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

SAFE AND EFFECTIVE USE OF THE ASH VACUUM IS THE OWNER’S RESPONSIBILITY.

When using an electrical appliance, basic precaution should always be followed, including the following:

READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS VACUUM.

WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury:

1. Do not leave vacuum cleaner when plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before servicing.
2. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces
3. Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used with children nearby.
4. Use only as described in this manual. Use only manufacture’s recommended attachments.
5. Do not use with damaged cord or plug. If vacuum cleaner is not working as it should, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, contact your dealer.
6. Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as a handle, close lid on cord, or pull cord around sharp edges or corners. Do not run vacuum cleaner over cord. Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
7. When you want to pull the plug from the wall contact, please do this at the plug itself and not by means of the electrical cable.
8. Do not handle plug or vacuum cleaner with wet hands.
9. Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with any opening blocked. Keep exhaust free of dust, lint, hair and anything that may reduce airflow.
10. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers and all parts of body away from openings and moving parts.
11. Turn off all controls before unplugging.
12. Use extra care if used when cleaning stairs.
13. Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids, such as gasoline, or use in areas where they may be present.
14. Hold plug when rewinding onto cord reel. Do not allow plug to whip when rewinding.
15. Unplug before connecting the hose.
16. Do not pick up hot embers, hot ash or anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes or matches.
17. Do not use without filter in place.
18. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING
To reduce the risk of electric shock, this vacuum cleaner has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). This plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the proper outlet. Do not change the plug in any way.

PRECAUTIONARY MEASURES

If the opening that sucks in the air or the suction pipe is blocked, you should switch off the vacuum cleaner at once. First clear the blocked substance before you attempt to start the vacuum cleaner again.

1. Do not operate the vacuum cleaner too close to heaters and items like radiators, cigarettes, etc.
2. Before you insert the plug into the wall contact, make sure your hand is dry.
3. When you want to pull the plug from the wall contact, please do this at the plug itself and not by means of the electrical cable.

SPECIAL NOTE:
THIS VACUUM’S MOTORS ARE EQUIPPED WITH THERMAL “OVERHEAT” PROTECTION. IF THE MOTORS RUN TOO HOT THEN THEY WILL SHUT DOWN. YOU MUST WAIT FOR MOTOR TO COOL AND UNPLUG UNIT IN ORDER TO RE-START VACUUM. CLEANING THE FILTER WILL HELP PREVENT A REPEAT OF THIS CONDITION.

**INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

**

IMPORTANT NOTES:
Each use, verify that HEPA filter is in place and that HEPA seal plate wing nut is tight. Always test seal by vacuuming up a small amount of ash while located away from living areas

** Do not attempt to use vac to remove large piles of ash from a fireplace or wood stove. Instead remove bulk of ash with a shovel and ash can (or hod) and then use the ash vac for final cleanup.

1. Plug cord into outlet, (see photo 2 bellow).
2. Press the on/off button to switch the appliance on (see photo 1 bellow).
3. For fireplaces and wood burning stoves see “important note **”, above. Place nozzle in firebox. Keep nozzle pressed against the flat surfaces of stove or fireplace to limit entrance of large chunks into pickup tube.
4. When finished cleaning turn switch off, photo (see photo 1 following) .
5. Remove the plug from the outlet (see photo 2 following) and take vacuum to an outside location away from valuables and breezes.
6. Release the flexible hose from the air intake duct. A Small amount of ash may be generated so be carefull (see 3 following).
7. Verify ash is cold! Allow to cool further if needed, then dump debris. Ash is a great garden supplement!
8. Every 3 to 5 uses, clean HEPA filter while outside and away from valuables. Take the filter out for cleaning (see step below) or change. Follow the four steps below for taking off the filter. NOTE : This process will be dusty. Pictures depict a clean machine for illustrative purposes.
9. Cleaning filter to limit dust place HEPA filter inside a plastic bag (not included). To clean filter, tap gently against a hard surface. Empty plastic bag and inspect filter. Dust within the filter pleats may require gentle flexing of the filter by squeezing the filter’s rubber seals so as to make the filter oval instead of round. Tap filter while “Out of round” to get deeply set dust out of pleats. Follow steps in point 8 for re-assembly of the filter.
10. IMPORTANT: With filter installed and lid in place turn vacuum on at a dry outside location to test filter seal. Look for dust at the exhaust port. A small amount is normal after cleaning filter. Vacuum up a small amount of ash while still outside to give final assurance of a good seal and to verify filter integrity. Replace filter if dust passes though at this point.

SootStop Pre-filter extends the life of HEPA filter. Most helpful with pellets stoves.

See step below for installation:

FILTER CARE :
Filter may be washed or simply shaken out. Replace if holes in fabric develop.

PARTS IDENTIFICATION

1. Ash vac lid
2. ON-OFF Switch
3. Handle
4. Exhaust port
5. Cover latch
6. Metal hose
7. Hose adapter
8. Aluminum tube
9. Metal mesh cover filter
10. Fire-retardant HEPA filter
11. Fire-retardant dust bag
12. Aluminum crevice nozzle

LIMITED WARRANTY

SBI Heating Accessories will repair or replace, at its option, any Ash Vacuum deemed by it to be defective within one year of original purchase date. Warranty is limited to noncommercial users and shall be in force only for the original purchaser. This warranty does not cover customary filter replacement or cases of owner abuse, malicious destruction, or “acts of God” (including power surges). Proof of purchasewill be required, so save your receipt. A Return Goods Authorization Number needs to be requested on all returns by email. Product needs to be returned to our facility, prepaid, at 250 rue de Copenhague, Saint-Augustin-de- Desmaures, Québec, Canada G3A 2H3. SBIHA shall not be liable for any consequential or incidental damages resulting in loss from the use of this product. In no case will SBIHA’s liability exceed the consumer’s purchase cost.

SBI HEATING ACCESSORIES 250 RUE DE COPENHAGUE

SBI Heating Accessories
Conforms to UL STD. 1017
Certified to CSA STD. C22.2 No.243-01

Fax number: 418 878-3001
Email us at service@sbi-international.com

Specifications subject to change without notice.

NOTICE : WE ARE NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR TYPOGRAPHICAL ERRORS.

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