PHILIPS FC9331 Vacuum Cleaner Instruction Manual
- June 5, 2024
- Philips
Table of Contents
PHILIPS FC9331 Vacuum Cleaner
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Important safety information
Read this important information carefully before you use the appliance and save it for future reference.
Danger
Never vacuum up water or any other liquid, flammable substances or hot
ashes.
Warning
- Check if the voltage indicated on the appliance corresponds to the local mains voltage before you connect the appliance.
- Do not use the appliance if the plug, the mains cord or the appliance itself is damaged.
- If the mains cord is damaged, you must have it replaced by Philips, a service center authorized by Philips or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
- Do not point the hose, the tube or any other accessory at the eyes or ears nor put it in your mouth.
- The plug must be removed from the socket-outlet before cleaning or maintaining the appliance.
- This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
- Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
- Keep the appliance and its cord out of the reach of children.
- This vacuum cleaner is designed for household use only. Do not use this vacuum cleaner to vacuum up building waste, cement dust, ashes, fine sand, lime and similar substances. Never use the vacuum cleaner without any of the filters. This could damage the motor and shorten the life of the vacuum cleaner. Always clean all parts of the vacuum cleaner as shown in the user manual. Do not clean any parts with water and/or cleaning agents if this is not specifically shown in the user manual.
- Only use original Philips accessories or consumables.
- Only operate this product on disposable 1.5 V AA alkaline batteries.
- Do not recharge non-rechargeable batteries.
- Keep product and batteries away from fire and do not expose them to direct sunlight or high temperatures.
- If the product becomes abnormally hot or smelly, or changes color, stop using the product and contact Philips.
- Do not place products and their batteries in microwave ovens or on induction cookers.
- Do not modify, pierce, damage or dismantle the product or battery to prevent batteries from heating up or releasing toxic or hazardous substances. Do not short-circuit, overcharge or reverse charge batteries.
- If batteries are damaged or leaking, avoid contact with the skin or eyes. If this occurs, immediately rinse well with water and seek medical care.
- When you handle batteries, make sure that your hands, the product and the batteries are dry.
- Insert batteries with the + and – poles pointing in the direction indicated in the battery compartment or holder.
- Do not mix different brands and types of batteries, do not mix new and used batteries and do not use batteries with different date codes.
- Remove batteries from the product if you are not going to use it for some time.
- To avoid accidental short-circuiting of batteries after removal, do not let battery terminals come into contact with metal objects (e.g. coins, hairpins, rings). Do not wrap batteries in aluminum foil. Tape battery terminals or put batteries in a plastic bag before you discard them.
- Do not leave empty disposable batteries inside the product.
Caution
- If you clean a washable filter with water, make sure it is completely dry before you put it back into the appliance. Do not dry the filter in direct sunlight, on a radiator or in a tumble dryer. Replace a washable filter if it can no longer be cleaned properly or if it is damaged.
- To guarantee optimal dust retention and performance of the vacuum cleaner, always replace the filters with original Philips filters of the correct type (see ‘Ordering accessories’).
- If your vacuum cleaner has a remote control, please read the battery safety instructions.
- Maximum noise level: Lc = 84 dB(A)
Electromagnetic fields (EMF)
This Philips appliance complies with all applicable standards and regulations
regarding exposure to electromagnetic fields.
Ordering accessories
To buy accessories or spare parts, visit www.philips.com/parts-and-accessories or go to your Philips dealer. You can also contact the Philips Consumer Care Center in your country (see the international warranty leaflet for contact details).
Warranty and support
If you need information or support, please visit www.philips.com/support or read the international warranty leaflet.
Recycling
- This symbol means that electrical products and batteries shall not be disposed of with normal household waste (Fig. 1).
- Follow your country’s rules for the separate collection of electrical products and batteries.
Removal of disposable batteries
Remove disposable batteries from the product when they are empty and when you
discard the product. To remove disposable batteries, see the instructions for
placing and/or removing batteries in the user manual. Take any necessary
safety precautions when you dispose of batteries.
Troubleshooting
This chapter summarizes the most common problems you could encounter with the appliance. If you are unable to solve the problem with the information below, visit www.philips.com/support for a list of frequently asked questions or contact the Consumer Care Center in your country.
