Amica VM XPro Dark Vertical Vacuum Cleaner User Manual

Amica VM XPro Dark Vertical Vacuum Cleaner

Product Information

Specifications:

• Model: VM XPro
• Variants: VM XPro Dark, VM XPro Aqua
• Power supply: 25.9V/230V
• Rated Power: 420W
• Maximum power: 450W
• Weight: 4.25 kg

Product Usage Instructions

Mounting the Storage Stand:
Follow the instructions provided to assemble the storage stand for the vacuum cleaner.

Inserting the Dust Container:
Place the dust container securely into the designated compartment.

Insertion, removal, and cleaning of the dust container:
To insert, remove, or clean the dust container, follow these steps:

1. Insert the container as instructed.
2. To remove, unlock the container and pull it out carefully.
3. Clean the container thoroughly before reinserting it back into the vacuum cleaner.

FAQs:

Problem: Three Flashing Indicators

Issue: The electric floor brush is not working.

Solution:

1. Clean the floor brush thoroughly.
2. Ensure the vacuum cleaner is used in a suitable environment.

Problem: Decreased Suction Power and Reduced Runtime

Cause: Charging malfunction

Solution:

1. Contact the store or after-sales service department to purchase a new battery.
2. Operate the vacuum cleaner in an appropriate environment.
3. Fully recharge the battery.

Problem: Battery leakage

Cause: Battery not used for an extended period.

Solution: Replace the battery through an authorized service center.

Safety Instructions for Use:
Follow these safety guidelines for using the vacuum cleaner:

• Do not use without a dust bag and/or filters.
• Avoid using near heat sources.
• Avoid collecting fine particles that may damage the filters.
• Store the lithium-ion battery properly in a cool and dry place.
• Charge the battery to full capacity after purchase to extend its life.
• Avoid contact with liquids leaking from the battery; seek medical attention if contact occurs.
• Keep the battery away from metal objects to prevent short circuits.
• Dispose of the battery and vacuum cleaner in an environmentally safe manner.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

• If the power cord or plug is damaged, it should be replaced by a professional repair shop in order to avoid hazard.
• This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with physical, mental or sensory handicaps, or by persons inexperienced or unfamiliar with the appliance, unless under supervision or in accordance with the instructions as communicated to them by persons responsible for their safety.
• Children shall not play with the appliance.
• This appliance can be used by children aged 8 years and older or by persons with physical, mental or sensory handicaps, or by those who are inexperienced or unfamiliar with the appliance, provided they are supervised or have been instructed how to safely use the appliance and are familiar with risks associated with the use of the appliance.
• Ensure that children do not play with the appliance.
• Do not allow children to clean and maintain the appliance unless they are 8 years or older and are supervised by a competent person.
• Do not use the appliance if it shows any signs of damage to the power cord, or if the appliance has been dropped on the floor.
• Do not expose the appliance to rain or humidity, and do not use it outdoors. Do not operate the appliance with wet hands.
• This appliance is not intended for use at an altitude greater than 2000 metres above sea level
• If you want to turn off the appliance completely, pull the plug out of the wall outlet.

In accordance with European Directive 2012/19/EU and Polish legislation regarding used electrical and electronic goods, this appliance is marked with the symbol of the crossed-out waste container. This marking indicates that the appliance must not be disposed of together with other household waste after it has been used. The user is obliged to hand it over to waste collection centre collecting used electrical and electronic goods. The collectors, including local collection points, shops and local authority departments provide recycling schemes. Proper handling of used electrical and electronic goods helps avoid environmental and health hazards resulting from the presence of dangerous components and the inappropriate storage and processing of such goods.

Carefully read this instruction before using the appliance. This appliance is for household use only.
Note! Packaging materials (bags, polyethylene, polystyrene, etc.) should be kept away from children during unpacking. Children do not realize the dangers that can arise when using electrical appliances; therefore keep the appliance out of reach of children.

• Do not immerse the body of the appliance in water or other liquids.
• Immersing in water may cause an electric shock.
• If water spills on the external components of the appliance, dry it thoroughly before switching back on. Do not touch wet surfaces in contact with the appliance connected to power supply, immediately disconnect it from the mains.
• When pulling out the plug from the wall outlet, never pull by the cord, only the plug, holding the socket with your other hand.
• Do not attempt to remove any parts of the housing.
• Using attachments that were not supplied with the product may cause damage to the appliance.
• Never place the appliance on hot surfaces.
• Do not place the cord over sharp edges or near hot surfaces.
• Before you put the plug into the wall outlet, make sure your hands are dry.
• Do not put any objects inside the appliance.
• Make sure that the voltage indicated on the nameplate corresponds to that of your home electrical mains. Alternating current must be used, typically marked ~.
• This appliance is intended for use at home or in facilities, such as kitchen for employees; in shops, offices and other working environments, use by the customers of hotels, motels and other residential facilities, in rural residential buildings, in the accommodation facilities.
• Pull the plug from the wall outlet before replacing accessories.
• Do not pull the vacuum cleaner or move it by the cord, do not use the cord as a handle, do not close the door squeezing the cord, do not place the cord over sharp edges or near hot surfaces.
• Be careful not to move the vacuum cleaner on the cord.
• Do not insert any objects into the openings in the vacuum cleaner.
• Do not use the vacuum cleaner when any opening is blocked, dispose of dust, lint, hair and anything that may restrict air flow.
• Keep hair, loose clothing parts, fingers and other body parts away from the openings and moving parts.
• Do not use the vacuum cleaner to collect flammable substances such as petrol, and do not use it in places where similar substances may be present.
• If the appliance has a winder, hold the plug while winding up the cord.
• Do not let the plug was left loose during retracting.
• Do not collect any items that burn or smoke, such as cigarettes, matches or hot ashes.
• Do not use the vacuum cleaner without a dust bag and/or filters.
• If the opening, which sucks air, hose or telescopic tube are clogged, you should immediately turn off the vacuum cleaner Before restarting the vacuum cleaner, first remove the blocking item.
• Do not use the vacuum cleaner too close to heaters, radiators, cigarette butts, etc.
• Before using the vacuum cleaner, remove sharp objects from the floor to avoid damaging the dust bag/bin.
• Do not collect fine particles such as: flour, gypsum, printer toners, etc., as this may clog filters and damage the vacuum cleaner.
• Make sure that extension tube is fully withdrawn before you put away your vacuum cleaner either in vertical or horizontal position.
• Store the lithium ion battery in a cool and dry place.
• The lithium-ion battery comes pre-charged by the manufacturer to 40%.
• After purchase, charge it up to 100%.
• This is to extend the life of the battery.
• Liquids leaking from the battery may cause irritation and burns.
• If the liquid contacts your skin, seek medical attention, wash and rinse off the liquid as soon as possible with soap and water, and neutralize with a weak acid such as lemon juice or vinegar.
• If the liquid gets into your eyes, rinse your eyes immediately with clean water for at least 10 minutes.
• When not in use, keep the battery away from metal objects such as paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws, or other small metal objects that could short-circuit the two battery terminals.
• Short circuit between battery terminals may cause burns or fire.
• The appliance is designed for operation at temperature from 4.5°C to 40°C,
• Do not use a damaged or modified appliance or battery.
• Damaged or modified batteries may be unreliable, causing fire, explosion, or injury.
• Do not expose the appliance or battery to heat or fire.
• Temperature above 130°C may cause an explosion.
• Recycling and proper disposal of the battery helps to conserve natural resources.
• The product contains a lithium-ion battery.
• You must dispose of the battery properly.
• Before disposing of the vacuum cleaner, dispose of the battery in an environmentally safe manner.
• Do not dispose of the battery with domestic municipal waste.

The properties of lithium-ion batteries may slightly deteriorate over time depending on use. You can purchase a 25.9 V / 230 V battery or have it replaced by authorised service centre. For detailed information, please go to our website: https://czescizamienne.amica.pl/Product/Part

SPECIFICATION

• Power specification: 25,9V/230V
• Nominal power: 420W
• Maximum power: 450W
• Net weight: 4,25 kg

Features and components

1. Crevice attachment
2. 2 in 1 brush
3. Mopping attachment*
4. Storage stand for a vacuum cleaner and accessories
5. Charger
6. Tube
7. Electric brush with LED light
8. Mopoping pad for the mopping attachment*

Instal and use the storage stand

• The storage stand should be placed on a level surface to avoid tipping over and damaging the vacuum cleaner.
• The vacuum cleaner should be placed carefully on and off the storage stand to avoid tipping over and damaging the appliance.

NOTE: Keep the storage stand away from potential sources of high and low temperature such as radiators, stoves, etc. Storing the vacuum cleaner in high or low temperature can significantly affect the battery performance and life.

Assemble the storage stand:
Install the base and clip-on bracket and place the assembled storage stand on a level surface.

Set up the vacuum cleaner:
Before placing the vacuum cleaner on the storage stand, check that the stand is level and make sure the vacuum cleaner is turned off. Carefully place the vacuum cleaner in the clipon bracket on the storage stand and do not walk away until it is appliance is firmly held in the bracket.

Charge the battery:

• The vacuum cleaner is delivered with a discharged battery.
• Please fully charge the battery before using the vacuum cleaner.
• Do not charge the vacuum cleaner at an ambient temperature lower than 5°C and higher than 40°C.
• If the discharged battery indicator appears on the LCD screen when you turn on the vacuum cleaner, please recharge the battery.

Charge the appliance:

• Place the vacuum cleaner securely on the storage stand.
• Connect one end of the power cord to a wall outlet and the other end to the charging port of the vacuum cleaner battery.
• Charging time: about 4-6 hours; depending on usage mode – auto/high/middle/low.
• The operating time of the vacuum cleaner may vary depending on the brushes used and the conditions of use.
• Operating time: MAX: 8 minutes, mid: 16 minutes, LOW : 60 minutes.

Note!

• To prevent blockage of the air inlet, collect large pieces of debris (such as large papers and packaging film) in the area to be cleaned.
• Do not store or charge the battery at ambient temperatures below 5°C or above 40°C.
• Before disposing of the product, remove the battery from the vacuum cleaner.
• Do not modify the vacuum cleaner, accessories, power supply or battery.

Operate the appliance:

• Press the Power button once to start cleaning.
• Press the Power button again to finish cleaning.
• When turned on, the vacuum cleaner will operate in Auto mode. To change the cleaning mode, press the speed button and the vacuum cleaner will go into High Speed mode. Press the speed button again to switch to the Mid Speed mode. Press the button a third time, the vacuum cleaner switches to Low Speed mode. Press the button a fourth time, the vacuum cleaner returns to Auto mode.
• NOTE: Auto-using the dust sensor located at the inlet, your vacuum cleaner automatically adapts the suction power to the detected dust. When dust is detected, the display animation will turn purple-blue. The screen will be blue again when the sensor stops detecting dust.
• The battery level will be displayed on the outer ring of the display in 6 sections. During operation, as the vacuum cleaner battery discharges successive sections will turn off. If the battery is discharged, the “Low power” message will be displayed on the screen – connect the vacuum cleaner to the charger. After charging, a message will appear on the screen informing you that charging is complete.

CLEANING AND CARE

Insert, remove and clean the dust bin:
Note! To maintain the suction power of the vacuum cleaner, empty the dust bin regularly.

Remove the dust bin:

• Position the vacuum cleaner and hold the bottom of the dust bin.
• Press the release button and pull the bin downwards.

To insert the dust bin:

• Push the dust bin upwards with the suction inlet facing outwards.

Empty the dust bin:

• Press the button and the bottom cover of the dust bin will open automatically to empty the bin.

Remove and clean the filter elements:
Note!

• Make sure that all components are properly installed, otherwise the appliance may break down.
• Do not allow water to penetrate the electrical components of the vacuum cleaner, otherwise the appliance may malfunction.
• Hold on both sides to remove the filter elements from the assembly.
• Remove the filter sponge and tap it (do not tap the filter sponge in the opposite direction);
• Wash the filter core, filter elements, dust bin and other elements in it with water.
• After washing the parts, dry them completely and put them back in the dust bin in the reverse order.

Remove and clean the electric floor brush:

Note!

• To ensure correct operation of the Electric Floor Brush, clean the roller brush or wheels when tangled or dirty.
• When removing parts for maintenance, stop the Electric Floor Brush.
• It is not recommended to wash the floor brush with water. Hair tangled on the brush can be removed with scissors or a blade, and dirt attached to the roller brush can be cleaned with a brush.
• Press the release button to remove the Electric Floor Brush:
• Press the Electric Floor Brush Roller Release Button, then rotate on the side of the Electric Floor Brush according to the padlocks shown. When the roller is unlocked, pull it along the brush. To install the roller, proceed in reverse order.

For vacuum cleaners with a mopping attachment:

• How to work with the mopping attachment?
  Note!

  • Fill the mopping attachment with clean water;
  • Moisten the mopping pad and place it on the mopping attachment;
  • Place the vacuum cleaner brush in the mopping attachment;
  • Start vacuuming by turning on the vacuum cleaner with the power button, set the mode according to your preference;
  • When the mopping pad starts to dry, pump water using the footswitch on the mopping attachment;
  • When you finish vacuuming and mopping, turn off the vacuum cleaner, then remove the mopping attachment with the pad, wash or rinse the pad and pour out the water from the mopping attachment.
  • NOTE 1: Before working with the mopping attachment, you should soak and thoroughly wring the mopping pad for better result. When the pad is not wet enough, pump water using the footswitch on the mopping attachment.
  • NOTE 2: Only add clean water to the mopping attachment, no detergents can be added.

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