GRUNDIG VCP 8931 2 In 1 Cordless Stick Vacuum Cleaner User Manual

GRUNDIG VCP 8931 2 In 1 Cordless Stick Vacuum Cleaner

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Thank you for choosing an Grundig product. We would like you to achieve the optimal efficiency from this high quality product which has been manufactured with state of the art technology. Please make sure you read and understand this guide and supplementary documentation fully before use and keep it as a reference. Include this guide with the unit if you hand it over to someone else. Observe all warnings and information herein and follow the instructions.
Symbols and their meanings
These symbols are used throughout this guide:
Important information and recommendations regarding the use of the appliance.
WARNING: Warnings on personal injury or property damage.
Electric shock protection rating

Important safety and environmental instructions

This section contains safety instructions to prevent hazards that can result in injury or property damage.
Any warranty is void if these instructions are not followed.

General safety

• This appliance complies with international safety standards.

• This device can be used by children over 8 years of age, people with physical, sensory or mental challenges or people with lack of experience or knowledge; as long as control is ensured or information is provided regarding the hazards. Children must not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be carried out by unattended children.

• Do not use the appliance if the power cord or the appliance is damaged. Contact authorized service.

• Your mains power supply shall be in align with the specified information on the type tag.

• Do not use the appliance with an extension cord.

• To prevent damage to the power cord, prevent it from being pinched, crimped or rubbed against sharp edges.

• Do not touch the plug of the appliance with damp or wet hands while the appliance is plugged in.

•  Do not pull on the cord while unplugging the appliance.

• Do not vacuum flammable materials and ensure that the cigarette ashes are cooled down before vacuuming them.

• Do not vacuum water and other fluids.
  • Protect the appliance against precipitation, humidity and heat sources.

• Do not use the appliance in or near explosive or flammable environments and substances.

• Unplug the appliance before cleaning and maintenance.

• Do not immerse the appliance or its power cord in water for cleaning.

• Do not disassemble the appliance.

• Use only original parts or parts recommended by the manufacturer.

• To prevent blockage of the filter or damage to the motor, do not vacuum cement, plaster or fragments of compressed paper.

• Use the appliance with the adapter delivered with the appliance only.

• Do not use the appliance without filters, it may get damaged.

• If you keep the packaging materials, keep them out of the reach of children.

• This appliance is not intended to be used by persons, including children, with physical, sensory and mental disabilities or those who have not adequate experience and knowledge regarding its use, unless they are under the supervision of a person responsible for their safety or they are informed about the operation of the appliance.

• The children shall be supervised to prevent them from playing with the appliance.

• Unplug the adaptor and remove the battery pack before any cleaning or maintenance procedure.

• To avoid any risk of hazard, a damaged adaptor shall be replaced by the manufacturer, the authorized representative of the manufacturer or a similarly qualified technician.

• Keep your fingers, hair and loose clothes away from moving parts or clearances while vacuuming.

• Batteries shall be removed from the appliance before discarding the appliance.

•  Disconnect the appliance from power supply before removing the battery.

• Please discard used batteries in accordance with local laws and regulations.

• The batteries included in this appliance may only be replaced with qualified persons.

• Please install/remove batteries as per the instructions specified in the user guide.

• Rechargeable batteries shall be removed from the appliance before recharging operation;

• Do not use batteries of different types or old and new batteries together.

•  Batteries shall be installed with the correct polar layout.

• Remove the depleted batteries from the appliance and dispose of these batteries in a safe way.

• If you do not intend to use the appliance for a long while, the batteries shall be removed.

•  Do not short circuit the supply terminals.

• Use with ZB1858 batteries only.

• This appliance shall not be operated by children and people with limited physical, sensory and cognitive skills or people with lack of experience and knowledge unless they are under supervision or they are provided with the relevant instructions.

• The children shall be supervised to prevent them from playing with the appliance.

Compliance with the WEEE Regulations and Waste Disposal

This product does not contain the dangerous and prohibited materials indicated in the “Regulation on The Control of Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment” published by  Ministry of Environment and Urbanisation of Republic of Turkey. Complies WEEE Regulations. This product was manufactured from recyclable and reusable high quality parts and materials. Therefore, do not dispose of this product with other domestic wastes at the end of its life cycle. Take it to a collection point for electrical and electronic equipment. You can ask your local administration about these collection points. You can help protect the environment and natural resources by delivering the used products for recycling.

Packaging information

The product’s packaging is made of recyclable materials, in accordance with the National Legislation.  Do not dispose the packaging waste with the household waste or other wastes, dispose it to the packaging col-lection areas specified by local authorities.

Waste batteries

Ensure that the waste batteries are disposed of in accordance with local laws and regulations. The symbol on the battery and packaging indicates that the battery delivered with the product should not be considered as household waste. This symbol may be used in combination with a chemical symbol in some regions. If the batteries contain more than 0.0005 % mercury and more than 0.004 % of lead, the Hg chemical is added for mercury and the Pb chemical symbol is added for lead under the symbol. By ensuring that the batteries are dis-posed correctly, you shall contribute to the prevention of potential damage to the environment and human health due to improper disposal of the batteries.

Overview

Controls and components

1. On-Off switch
2. Mode button +
3. Mode button –
4. EPA E10 filtre cover release button
5. Wand release button
6. Brush release button
7. Electric turbo brush
8. Battery pack release button
9. Body of the appliance
10. Dust container
11. Dust reservoir lid opening button
12. Foldable wand button
13. Charging dock
14. Charging dock tube
15. Charging dock support
16. Hard floor roll
17. Charge adaptor
18. Elbow
19. Crevice tool
20. Mini turbo brush
21. Dust brush
22. Screw
23. Dowel

Technical data

• Nominal input power: 450 W: Input:
• 100 – 240 V~ 50-60 Hz 0.8 A (max.)
• Output: 36 V 0.6 A
• Charging period: 4-5 hours
• Operation period under maximum power: 7 mins
• Operation period under medium power: 22 mins
• Operation period under minimum power: 45 mins
• The rights to make technical and design changes are reserved.
• External Power Supply Parameter
• Manufacturer:
• Dongguan Yinli Electronics Co., Ltd
• Model ID: YLS0241A-E360060
• Input Voltage: 100-240V~
• Input Frequency: 50-60Hz
• Input Current: 0.8A
• Output Voltage: 36.0V
• Output Current: 0.6A
• Output Power: 21.6 W
• Average active efficiency: 87.19%
• Efficiency at low load (10%): 79.58%
• Power consumption under no load: 0.09 W

Installation

Intended use

This appliance is intended for household use and it is not suitable for industrial use.

Installation of the mobile charging dock

1. Install charging dock tube (15) to the charging dock support (14), then install the charging dock (13) to the charging dock tube (14).

2. Install the thin end of the charger to the seat on the charging dock (13). Plug the charging adaptor (17) to the outlet.
   

3. If you want to install the charging dock (13) to the wall, detach the charging unit from the tube (14) and support (15) using two separate buttons.

4. Position the charging dock (13) at a height of 102-104 cm from the ground.

5. Install the end of the charging adaptor (17) to the seat on the back of the charging dock (13). Secure the charging dock (13) to the wall using two screws and two dowels.

Installation of the body and the brush

1. Install the wand to the end of the body (9). Remove it by pressing the release button.

2. Press the electric turbo brush release button (6) on the electric turbo brush (7) and push it in the direction of arrow towards the wand.

3. Install the mini turbo brush (20) to the charging dock (13).
   

4. Place other accessories to the charging dock support (15).

Operation

Charging the appliance

1. Secure the wheels of the electric turbo brush (7) to the clearance on charging dock support (15).
2. Install the body (8) to the charging dock (13). Plug the charging adaptor (17) to the outlet.
3. Flashing of the charge indicator LEDs in white colour indicates that the appliance is being charged.
   • When all levels of the charge indicator LEDs are illuminated, this indicates that the charging of the appliance is completed.

It takes up to 5 hours to charge the appliance completely. The appliance shall not be operated while charging.

Start Up

It may be connected for charging before the complete discharging of the battery. The appliance may be kept continuously as charging on the charging dock until the next operation.

1. Press the on/off button (1) to operate the appliance. The appliance starts operating with the minimum speed when the on/off button is pressed.
2. Press the “+” mode button (2) once to operate the appliance with medium speed. Press once more to operate it with the maximum speed.
3. Press the “-” mode button (3) once to switch to a lower speed while operating at maximum speed or medium speed.

Pay attention to the power indicator LEDs during operation. These indicators gradually turn off as the charge level is reduced, and when all indicators are turned off and only one indicator illuminates in red, then the charge of the appliance is about to run out. The appliance stops operating automatically after a short while when the red LED illuminates.

If the appliance is placed on the charging unit while it is being operated, it shall be stopped automatically.

1. This appliance is suitable for use on carpets and hard floors.
2. Open the lock manually for operation while the appliance is locked as upright.
3. Press one of the two buttons (12) on the wand to fold the wand. Thus, you may reach hard-to-reach areas such as the areas under the seats.

The appliance has a feature of standing upright thanks to the locking mechanism of the brush. The floor shall be flat to ensure correct operation of this feature. (hard floor, hardwood, etc.) The appliance shall be kept in the charging dock when it is not used and while it is stored. The vacuum may be placed upright for short periods (2-3 minutes) during the cleaning thanks to the locking of the brush. (hard floor, hardwood, etc.)

Accessories

You may use the accessories by installing them to the end of the body.

1. Crevice tool (19): Suitable for vacuuming the rear of the furnitures, hard to reach areas and crevice areas.
2. Dust brush (21): Suitable for vacuuming curtains, waxed furniture and delicate and fragile objects.
3. Mini turbo brush (20): Suitable for vacuuming floorings, stair steps, car interiors, sofas and seat, etc. It is also used for vacuuming pet hair on such surfaces.
4. You may use the accessories to access hard to reach places by installing the elbow to the end of the body.
5. This accessory is suitable for use on delicate hard floors (natural hardwood, etc.).

Cleaning and maintenance

Turn off and unplug the appliance before cleaning.
WARNING: Deformation may occur on the filters within time as a result of usage. It shall be replaced with a new one to prevent loss of performance. Contact with the customer services to buy a new one.

Cleaning of the dust reservoir

We recommend you to clean the dust reservoir (10) after each operation.

1. Wipe the surface of the body with a wet cloth (9).

2. Press the dust reservoir lid opening button (11) to open the dust reservoir (10) and discharge the dust collected inside.

3. Push the trigger under the applance to clean the dust reservoir (10). Detach the dust reservoir (10) from the body (9).
   

4. Remove the metal filter and inlet foam inside the dust reservoir (10) by rotating the metal filter coun-ter-clockwise.

5. Remove the inlet foam inside the metal filter.
   Remove the dust on the metal filter and inlet foam by tapping them to a hard surface such as a waste bin or by using a brush.

6. Install the inlet foam to the metal filter.

7. Install the metal filter inside the dust reservoir (10) by rotating it clockwise.

8. While installing the metal filter and inlet foam to the dust reservoir you have detached them from, place them as per the lock symbols on the dust reservoir.

9. Wipe the body (9) with a wet cloth.

10. Install the body (9) to the dust reservoir (10).
    

Cleaning of the metal filter and inlet foam

1. Remove the metal filter and inlet foam inside the dust reservoir (10) by rotating the metal filter counter-clockwise.

2. Remove the inlet foam inside the metal filter.

3. Remove the dust on the metal filter and inlet foam by tapping them to a hard surface such as a waste bin or by using a brush.
   

4. Install the inlet foam to the metal filter.

5. Install the metal filter and inlet foam inside the dust reservoir (10) by rotating the metal filter clockwise.
   

Clean the metal filter and inlet foam by washing under running cold water once a month after removing the dust on them.

1. Remove the metal filter and inlet foam inside the dust reservoir (10) by rotating the metal filter counter-clockwise.
2. Remove the inlet foam inside the metal filter.
3. Remove the dust on the metal filter and inlet foam by tapping them to a hard surface such as a waste bin or by using a brush.
   

WARNING: Wash with cold water. Warm water deteriorates the structure of the filter.

1. Wash the inlet foam under running cold water and let it dry.
2. Install the dried inlet foam to the metal filter.
3. Install the metal filter and inlet foam inside the dust reservoir (10) by rotating the metal filter clockwise.
   

It may 24 to 48 hours to dry the washed inlet foam. Reinstall it once you are sure that it is dried.

Cleaning of the EPA E10 Filter and outlet foam

Clean the EPA E10 filter and outlet foam regularly.

1. Remove the lid simultaneously while pressing the EPA E10 filter release button (4).
2. Remove the EPA E10 filter and the outlet foam inside it.
3. Remove the dust on the EPA E10 filter and outlet foam by tapping them to a hard surface such as a waste bin or by using a brush.
   

WARNING: Wash with cold water. Warm water deteriorates the structure of the filter.

1. Inspect the outlet foam regularly. Clean it by washing under running cold water after removing the dust on them in case of excessive dust . Reinstall it once it is dried.
2. Install the EPA E10 filter and outlet foam to the lid.
3. Place the lid back.
   

Cleaning of the brush

WARNING: Do not wash the turbo brush (9) and the main roll brush.

1. To remove the electric turbo brush (7), open the lock with the roll brush release tab in the direction of the arrow. (You may use a coin to open it.)
2. Install the EPA E10 filter and outlet foam to the lid.
3. Place the lid back.
   

After cleaning the roll brush, re-install it and lock the tab.

Storage

• If you do not intend to use the appliance for a long time, store it carefully.
• Unplug the appliance.
• Ensure that the appliance is kept out of reach of children.
• If you shall not be using the battery for a long period of time, please keep it in a cool and dry place at half charged condition. Do not charge or discharge completely.
• Store the battery on a non-conducting material, and do not allow the battery to contact metal directly. This shall damage the battery.

5.6 Transport and shipping

• During transport and shipping, carry the appliance with its original packaging. The packaging of the appliance will protect the appliance against physical damage.
• Do not put heavy objects on the appliance or its packaging. Otherwise the appliance may be damaged.
• If the appliance is dropped, the appliance may not operate or permanent damage may occur.

Problems and remedies

WARNING: Check the following points before asking for repair assistance from the service

and wand. Inspect and clean the connection points.

Suction power is getting reduced.

| Dust reservoir (10) is full.| Clean the dust reservoir (10) and the filter.
You may have reached the cleaning period of the filters.| Clean the filters.
Filters may be deformed as a result of operation and their replacement period may have come.| Please contact the customer services to buy a new filter.
Motor inlet foam is not cleaned.| Clean the filters and recharge the appliance.
Hair and similar materials may have tangled on the rotating roll on the turbo brush (7).| Clean the turbo brush roll.
There is disturbing noise from the motor.| Vacuum connection is blocked.| Separate the appliance as body (9), brush (7) and  wand. Inspect and clean the connection points.
Something may have stuck between the dust reservoir and the filter.| Open the dust reservoir and inspect the filter area.
Cannot charge the vacuum cleaner.| The vacuum cleaner is not installed to the charging dock.| Install the vacuum cleaner to the charging dock.

Make sure that it is seated properly. Check the connection.

Operates for a very short time after charging.| It is not charged for the adequate period.| Charge for 4-5 hours as per the instructions.
| Motor inlet foam is not cleaned.| Clean the filters and recharge the appliance.
| Battery life is deteriorated.| Contact the customer services to buy a new battery.
1 LED light on the appliance, closest to the handle, flashes rapidly in red.| Your appliance has been discharged.| Charge it.
A red and white LED is illuminated continuously during operation.| Battery is faulty.| Contact the customer services.
1 LED light on the appliance, closest to the handle, illuminates continuously in red during operation.| Hair and similar materials may have tangled on the rotating roll on the turbo brush.| Clean the turbo brush roll.
1 LED light on the appliance, closest to the handle, illuminates continuously in red during charging.| Current may be excessive.| Use the proper adaptor.
A red and white LED is illuminated continuously during charging.| The body is not installed properly to the charging dock.| Remove the adaptor from the charging dock, place the body to the charging dock again and plug the adaptor to the charging dock again.
A bad smell (slight humidity, dust, plastic material odour) occurs on the air outlet.| Have you purchased the appliance within the last 3 months?| It is normal that a bad smell (slight odour of plastic) occurs within 3 months after the purchase date.
| The dust reservoir and the filters are not cleaned properly.| Clean the dust reservoir and the filters.
| Filters may be installed while wet after they are washed.| Remove the filters and ensure that they are dry before installing them to the appliance.
| Filters may be deformed as a result of the frequency of operation and their replacement period may have come.| Please contact the customer services to buy a new filter.

References

• Grundig Global

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