Gtech Compact Upright Battery Power Cordless Bagged Vacuum Cleaner Instruction Manual

Gtech Compact Upright Battery Power Cordless Bagged Vacuum Cleaner

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

IMPORTANT: READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE.
RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
Do not use in rain or leave outdoors whilst raining.

WARNING: basic safety precautions should always be observed when using an electrical appliance in order to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or injury. These include the following

Personal safety:

• Store indoors in a dry place out of the reach of children.
• Always use responsibly. This appliance can only be used by the following individuals if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way, and understand the hazards involved: children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge.
• Don’t let children play with the appliance; supervise children using or maintaining the appliance.
• Only use manufacturer’s recommended attachments as described in this manual; misuse or use of any accessory or attachment, other than those recommended, may present a risk of personal injury.
• Take extra care when cleaning stairs.
• Keep the appliance and accessories away from hot surfaces.
• Do not block the appliance openings or hinder air flow; keep openings free of any objects including dust, lint, clothing, fingers (and all parts of the body).
• Keep loose clothing, fingers and other body parts, particularly hair, away from the brush-bar, openings and other moving parts.

Electrical safety:

• Only use batteries and chargers supplied by Gtech.
• Never modify the charger in any way.
• The charger has been designed for a specific voltage. Always check that the mains voltage is the same as that stated on the rating plate.
• A charger that is suitable for one type of battery pack may create a risk of fire when used with another battery pack; never use the charger with another appliance or attempt to charge this product with another charger.
• Before use, check the charger cord for signs of damage or ageing. A damaged or entangled charger cord increases the risk of fire and electric shock.
• Do not abuse the charger cord.
• Never carry the charger by the cord.
• Do not pull the charger cord to disconnect it from a socket; grasp the plug and pull to disconnect.
• Do not wrap the charger cord around the charger when storing.
• Keep the charger cord away from hot surfaces and sharp edges.
• The charger cord cannot be replaced. If the charger cord is damaged, the charger should be discarded and replaced.
• If charging the battery through an extension cord, use only CE-approved 13amp extension cords, as non-approved extension cords may overheat. Care should be taken to arrange the extension cord and charger cord as they can be a trip hazard.
• Do not handle the charger or the appliance with wet hands.
• Do not store or charge the appliance outdoors.
• Unplug the charger from the mains socket before removing the battery and before cleaning and maintaining the appliance.
• Ensure the appliance is off before connecting or disconnecting the accessories and motorized brush-bar.

Battery safety:

• This appliance includes Li-ion batteries; do not incinerate batteries or expose to high temperatures, as they may explode.

• Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns.

• In an emergency situation, seek professional help immediately.

• Leaks from the battery cells can occur under
  extreme conditions. Do not touch any liquid that leaks from the battery. If the liquid gets on the skin, wash immediately with soap and water. If the liquid gets into the eyes, flush them immediately with clean water for a minimum of 10 minutes and seek medical attention. Wear gloves to handle the battery and dispose of it immediately in accordance with local regulations.

• Shorting the battery terminals may cause burns or fire.

• When the battery pack is not in use, keep it away from paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws or other small metal objects that could make a connection from one terminal to another.

• When you dispose of the appliance, remove the battery and dispose of the battery safely and in accordance with local regulations.

Service:

• CAUTION – to reduce the risk of injury from moving parts, remove battery before servicing.
• Before using the appliance, and after any impact, check for signs of wear or damage. If repairs are needed, go to www.gtech.co.uk/ support or call 01905 345 891
• Do not use the appliance if any part is damaged or defective.
• Repairs should be carried out by a service agent or a suitably qualified person in accordance with relevant safety regulations. Repairs by unqualified persons could be dangerous and will render the warranty void.
• The Gtech HyLite can be used in hand-held mode.
• Never modify the appliance in any way, as this may increase the risk of personal injury.
• Only use replacement parts or accessories provided or recommended by Gtech.
• If the appliance is not working as it should, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors or dropped into water, contact Gtech on 01905 345891.

Intended use:

• This appliance has been designed for domestic dry vacuum cleaning only.
• Do not attempt to vacuum up liquids or use on wet surfaces.
• Do not pick up anything that is flammable, burning or smoking.
• Use only as described in this manual.
• Do not use on concrete, tarmacadam or other rough surfaces.
• The brush-bar may damage certain floor surfaces. Before vacuuming flooring, rugs or carpets, check the flooring manufacturer’s recommended cleaning instructions.
• This product may damage delicate fabrics or upholstery. Care should be taken with loose-weave fabrics, or where there are loose threads. If in doubt, please test on an inconspicuous area first.
• The Gtech HyLite has a constantly rotating brush-bar. Never leave the cleaning head in one spot for an extended period of time as this may damage the surface.

WARNING:

• Do not use water, solvents or polishes to clean the outside of the appliance; wipe clean with a dry cloth.
• Never immerse the unit in water and do not clean in a dishwasher.
• Only use authentic Gtech bags, batteries, charger etc.
• Do not use without a bag fitted.
• For domestic use only.
• Turn off after brush-bar has ejected.
• Allow to cool down if battery has overheated (see Troubleshooting – Check down below).

Thank you for choosing a Gtech HyLite

“I started Gtech to create sensible, easy to use products, which do a great job. Your opinion is important to us and we will use your feedback to improve our products and services and let other people know what it’s like to be part of the Gtech family.”

Nick Grey – Inventor, Owner of Gtech

Please take the time to write a review of the HyLite by visiting www.gtech.co.uk/product-reviews or, if you didn’t purchase directly from Gtech, please leave a review with the retailer.

Make a note of your product serial number for future reference. You can find this on the underside of item.

What’s in the box

Main unit (with 1 x bag fitted)
Battery (fitted)
Handle
3 x replacement bags
Charger
Hair removal too

Battery removal

Press the latch on the top of the battery and slide it out of the battery- housing.

To refit the battery, line it up and slide it into the battery-housing. The battery will click into place when correctly fitted.

WARNING: remove battery before carrying out any form of assembly.

Assembly

Hold the handle so that it is facing to the left and rotate the steering module so that the wheels are on the right hand side.

Pull the wheels down in a clockwise motion until the steering module clicks into place.
The handle should now look like the image on the right.

Holding the unit from the right-hand side, line the steering module up with the locking tabs on the main unit. You can’t do this while the main unit is on the floor.

Lift the handle up to a 90° angle. The locking tabs on the steering module will slot in and you’ll hear a ‘click’ when it’s locked into place.

Press the green button and pull the handle upwards to extend

When the handle is fully extended, you’ll hear a ‘click’.

To compress the handle, simply press and hold the green button while pushing downwards, releasing the green button towards the bottom. The handle will lock into place.

Operation

Place your foot on the left side of the unit and recline the handle. Press the power button to turn it on. You can also do this with your hand when it is in hand-held mode – be careful of the rotating brush-bar.

To detach the handle, squeeze the two green buttons on each side of the steering module. The handle will now unlock and can be removed from the main unit.

Hand-held operation

When cleaning surfaces such as carpets and upholstery, hold the vacuum and slide it back and forth. Please be aware of the constantly rotating brush-bar while using this product in its hand-held mode.

For use on stairs, grip and move the vacuum over each step. Extra care should be taken when vacuuming stairs.

Brush-bar eject system

In the case of a jam, the brush-bar will automatically eject itself to allow you to remove any obstructions and prevent damages.

Once the brush-bar ejects, turn the unit off.

Assess the blockage. If necessary, remove the brush-bar, running the blade of the hair removal tool between the brushes to cut the strands (see p.12-13 for more information).

After clearing the jam, slide the brush-bar back into place and turn the latch to the ‘locked’ position. Ensure the brush-bar button is pushed back in. The vacuum is now ready to use again.

Recharging the battery

Plug the charger into the mains and connect it to the battery. Switch the power on at the mains.

The battery can be charged on or off the main vacuum unit.

For optimum battery performance, we recommend turning the plug socket off once the battery is fully charged.

Battery state-of-charge indicator

The battery indicator shows how much charge remains in the HyLite battery.

Whilst charging, the ‘G’ on the battery will pulsate green. When fully charged, it will show a solid green colour.

Removing the bag

Remove the battery before removing the bag.
Open the bag-chamber by lifting the latch on top of the lid.

Lift and remove the bag-chamber lid.

Turn the product onto its back, unhook the end of the bag and disconnect the collar from the inlet. You can then remove the bag.

Dispose of the bag safely and replace with a new one.
(You can get more bags at www.gtech.co.uk)
Do not reuse bags as this could damage and reduce the performance of the HyLite.

Replacing the bag

Put the new bag in the bag-chamber, fitting the collar over the inlet.

To expand the bag, pull the hoop at the end of the bag over the hook at the edge of the chamber.

Brush-bar removal

Place the lid back onto the chamber and press down. It will click into place once it is secure.

Remove the battery before maintaining any part of your HyLite. Rotate the latch from the ‘locked’ position to the ‘unlocked’ position.

Pull the latch out to remove the brush-bar.

When replacing the brush-bar, ensure that it locates onto the steel pin at the other end of the head, then turn the latch to the ‘locked’ position.

Brush-bar hair removal

To remove hair from the brush-bar, run the blade of the hair removal tool between the brushes to cut the strands.

You can then use the comb end of the hair removal tool to pull the hair from the brush-bar. Never operate the HyLite without the brush bar in place.

Product care

Your Gtech HyLite doesn’t need much maintenance: just keep the filters clean, keep the brush-bar tangle-free and charge the battery. Wipe it with a dry cloth if it gets dirty, including under the bin. Before maintaining any part of the HyLite, remove the battery.

Troubleshooting

Reduced suction|

1. Check for blockages.
2. Clean the brush-bar.
3. Check if the bag is full and needs emptying.
4. Check the lid is closed properly.

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Unexpectedly short battery life|

1. Check the battery is fully charged.
2. Clean the brush-bar.
3. The run-time will vary depending on the surfaces you are cleaning.

Battery will not charge|

1. Check the charger is correctly connected to the battery and mains supply.
2. Check the wall socket is switched on.
3. Try another plug socket.
4. Check the charger cord for signs of wear or damage.

My HyLite won’t switch on|

1. Check the battery is connected.
2. Check the battery is fully charged.

Brush-bar has ejected|

1. Check for blockages.
2. Clean the brush-bar.

‘G’ on battery shows amber for 5 seconds when the battery button is pressed| The brush-bar is jammed:

1. Turn off the HyLite, remove the battery and clear the blockage.

The unit has over-heated:

1. Leave to cool down.

‘G’ on battery shows red| Contact Gtech.

Product support

If these initial tips don’t solve your problem, we have various other ways to help. Visit: www.gtech.co.uk/support

Online
Live chat support
support@gtech.co.uk
How-to videos

HYLITE TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION

The symbol indicates that this product is covered by legislation for waste electrical and electronic products (EN2002/96/EC)

When the vacuum has reached the end of its life, it and the Li-ion battery it contains should not be disposed of with general household waste. The battery should be removed from the vacuum and both should be disposed of properly at a recognised recycling facility.

Call your local council, civic amenity site, or recycling centre for information on the disposal and recycling of electrical products.
Alternatively, visit www.recycle-more.co.uk
for advice on recycling and to find your nearest recycling facilities.

FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY

WARRANTY – REGISTRATION

Visit www.gtech.co.uk/warrantyregistration to register your product and ensure that we have all the information required to provide you with quick and efficient support.
You will need your product’s serial number.

If you purchased directly from Gtech, your details are already registered and your 2-year warranty will start automatically.

If you purchased from an authorised Gtech retailer, please register your warranty within 3 months.
You will need to provide proof of purchase to support any claim(s) against your warranty

WARRANTY – TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Your Gtech HyLite is guaranteed against material or manufacturing faults for 2 years from the date of purchase, subject to the following terms and conditions:

WHAT ISN’T COVERED

Gtech does not guarantee the repair or replacement of a product as a result of:

• Normal wear and tear (e.g. bags, brush-bar).
• Accidental damage, faults caused by negligent use or care, misuse, neglect, careless operation or handling of the vacuum cleaner which is not in accordance with the Gtech HyLite operating manual.
• Use of the vacuum cleaner for anything other than the normal domestic household purposes.
• Use of parts and accessories which are not Gtech genuine components.
• Faulty installation (except where installed by Gtech).
• Repairs or alterations carried out by parties other than Gtech or its authorised agents.
• If you are in doubt as to what is covered by your guarantee, please call the Gtech Customer Care Helpline on 01905 345 891.

SUMMARY

• The guarantee becomes effective at the date of purchase (or the date of delivery if this is later).
• You must provide proof of delivery/ purchase before any work can be carried out on the vacuum cleaner. Without this proof, any work carried out will be chargeable. Please keep your receipt or delivery note.
• All work will be carried out by Gtech or its authorised agents.
• Any parts which are replaced will become the property of Gtech.
• The repair or replacement of your vacuum cleaner is under guarantee and will not extend the warranty period.
• The guarantee provides benefits which are additional to, and do not affect, your statutory rights as a consumer.

Grey Technology Limited
Brindley Road, Warndon, Worcester WR4 9FB
email: support@gtech.co.uk
telephone: 01905 345891
www.gtech.co.uk

References

• Gtech UK Official: Vacuum Cleaners, Home & Gardening
• Gtech UK Official: Vacuum Cleaners, Home & Gardening
• Gtech Product Reviews | Reasons to buy from Gtech
• Register your product | Gtech
• Everything you need to know to Recycle More

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