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Tornado Essential 600W Corded Vacuum
Model No. FLR00168
User Manual
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Tornado Essential 600W Corded Vacuum
Model No. FLR00168
User Manual
IMPORTANT – RETAIN THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
Contents
Page No.
2 Contents
3 Reading and Storing the User Manual
3 Important Safety Instructions for Proper Use
6 Explanation of Symbols
7 Description of Parts
7 Before first use of Your 2 in 1 Vacuum Cleaner
8 Using Your 2 in 1 Vacuum Cleaner
9 Using as a Handheld Vacuum Cleaner
10 Emptying Your Vacuum Cleaner
11 Cleaning the Filters
12 Care and Use of Your Vacuum Cleaner
12 Recommended Filter Cleaning Intervals
12 Storing Your 2 in 1 Vacuum Cleaner
13 Troubleshooting Guide
13 Mains Plug Wiring Information
13 Technical Specification
14 Recycling Information
14 Customer Support
15 Notes
Back Page Warranty Information

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Tornado Essential 600W Corded Vacuum
Model No. FLR00168
User Manual
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READING AND STORING THE USER MANUAL
Before using this product, please read through this
manual carefully paying particular attention to the safety
instructions. Failure to do so may result in personal injury
or damage to the product.
Carefully save this instruction manual for future reference.
Ensure the user manual is included when passing the product on
to any third parties.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR PROPER USE
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions
should always be followed.
Only use the product as described in this user manual. Any other
use is considered improper and may result in damage to property
or persons.
The manufacturer or vendor cannot be held liable for damages or
injury incurred through improper or incorrect use.
• Read and familiarise yourself with all operating
instructions before using this Vacuum Cleaner.
• Before plugging your unit into the mains, visually check
that the unit is intact and has not suffered any transit
damage.
• Check that the voltage indicated on the data plate
corresponds with that of the local network before
connecting the appliance to the mains power supply.
• This appliance can be used by persons with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of
experience and knowledge if they have been given
supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance
in a safe way and understand the hazards involved.
• Children shall not play with the appliance.
• Keep the appliance and its cord out of reach of children
less than 8 years when it is energised or cooling down.
• DO NOT immerse the appliance or its cord in water or
any other liquids.
• DO NOT leave the appliance unattended during use.
• DO NOT leave the appliance unattended whilst

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Tornado Essential 600W Corded Vacuum
Model No. FLR00168
User Manual
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connected to the mains supply.
• DO NOT use this appliance outdoors.
• It is imperative to unplug the power cord after the
appliance has been used, before it is cleaned and whilst
being repaired.
• Repairs to electrical appliances should only be performed
by qualified personnel. Improper repairs may place user
at serious risk.
• DO NOT operate this appliance with a damaged plug or
cord, after a malfunction or after being dropped or
damaged in any way.
• Regular, periodic checks should be carried out on the
mains cable to ensure no damage is evident. Should there
be any signs of damage the appliance should not be used.
• If the power cable is damaged, it should only be replaced
by qualified personnel in order to avoid a hazard.
• DO NOT allow the mains cable to hang over sharp edges
or come in contact with hot surfaces.
• Allow the unit to cool before storage.
• Before cleaning, disconnect the appliance from the mains
supply and allow to cool.
• This appliance is intended for household use only and
should not be used for industrial purposes.
• DO NOT use any accessories or attachments with this
appliance other than those supplied or recommended by
supplier.
• DO NOT use this appliance for anything other than its
intended use.
• DO NOT push objects into any openings as damage to the
appliance and/or electric shock may occur.
• Unplug after each use. Grasp the plug, not the cord.
• DO NOT pull or carry the Vacuum Cleaner by the
electrical cord, use the handle provided.
• Ensure fingers and other objects are never placed in any
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Tornado Essential 600W Corded Vacuum
Model No. FLR00168
User Manual
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trapped if the vacuum is used improperly.
• Keep hair, loose clothing, jewellery, fingers and all parts
of the body away from openings and moving parts.
• Keep all air vents clear and free of dust, lint, hair and
anything else that may reduce airflow.
• Avoid directing the appliance towards naked flames as
the air discharged may extinguish gas fires or pilot lights
and may disturb ashes in open fires.
• DO NOT Vacuum water or any other liquids with this
vacuum.
• DO NOT Vacuum hot ashes or lit cigarettes, etc.

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Tornado Essential 600W Corded Vacuum
Model No. FLR00168
User Manual
IMPORTANT – RETAIN THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
Explanation of Symbols
The following warning symbols or words are used in this instruction manual:
Products labelled with UK Conformity Assessment identifies
products conforming to UK statutory requirements.
Products labelled with this symbol conform to applicable
provisions of the European Economic Area.
You should now recycle your waste electrical goods and in doing
so help the environment. This symbol means waste electrical
products at the end of their useful life should not be disposed of
with normal household waste and not sent to landfill. Please
ensure it is taken to a suitable facility for disposal. Check with
your Local Authority or retailer for recycling advice or visit
www.recycle-more.co.uk, enter your postcode to find out your
nearest recycling site.
This symbol indicates that the supply uses an alternating current
mains supply.
This symbol indicates that the product is double insulated
and therefore does not require an earth connection.
WARNING!
This designates a hazard with moderate risk, which may result
in severe injury or damage to the product if not adhered to.

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Tornado Essential 600W Corded Vacuum
Model No. FLR00168
User Manual
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Description of Parts
Before first use of Your 2 in 1 Vacuum Cleaner
Remove all packing materials and discard responsibly.
Ensure that all parts are present – see ‘Description of Parts’ above:
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1. Handle
2. Upper Cable Hook
3. Mains Cable
4. Lower Cable Hook/Handle Release
Catch
5. Handheld Cleaner Handle
6. On/Off Switch
7. Air Outlet
8. Dust Compartment Release Button
9. Conical Hepa Filter
10. Dust Compartment
11. Floor Tool
12. Crevice Tool
13. Upholstery Tool
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5
3
1
2
12
8
11
7
9
10
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Tornado Essential 600W Corded Vacuum
Model No. FLR00168
User Manual
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Using Your 2 in 1 Vacuum Cleaner
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3. Press the On/Off Switch (6) to the ‘I’ position to
power up the vacuum cleaner.
2. Fully unravel the
Mains Cable (3)
and insert the
mains plug into the
nearest socket.
1. Rotate the Upper Cable Hook (2)
clockwise until it is in the down position
and release the Mains Cable (3).
4. Place your foot gently on the Floor Tool (11)
and pull the cleaner back by the Handle (1)
to start vacuum cleaning.
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3
4

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Tornado Essential 600W Corded Vacuum
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User Manual
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Using the Vacuum Handheld
Use the cleaner handheld to clean upholstered furniture and hard to get at areas:
A. Push the Lower
Cable Hook/Handle
Release Catch (4)
in.
B. Pull the Handle (1)
out of the vacuum.
C. Push the Handle
Release Catch (4)
up.
Right: Attach the Crevice Tool (12)
onto the outlet of the handheld
cleaner to clean floor edges, stairs,
door architraves, etc.
A.
B.
C.
Left: Attach the Upholstery Tool
(13) into the outlet of the handheld
cleaner to clean Upholstery and
other soft furnishings.

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Tornado Essential 600W Corded Vacuum
Model No. FLR00168
User Manual
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1. Once the dust level reaches the
‘MAX’ mark on the Dust
Compartment (10) it will need to
be emptied and the filters cleaned
as follows:
2. Hold the Dust Compartment (10)
and press the Dust Compartment
Release Button (8) and remove the
Dust Compartment (10).
Empty the dust out into a bin as
shown left:
Emptying Your Vacuum Cleaner
WARNING! Always disconnect the cleaner from the mains power supply
before cleaning.
WARNING! do not continue to use your vacuum cleaner once the ‘MAX’
mark has been reached as permanent damage may occur to the appliance.
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Tornado Essential 600W Corded Vacuum
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User Manual
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1. Pull the Conical Hepa Filter (9) out of the
Dust Compartment (10).
2. Wash the Conical Hepa Filter (9) in
warm running water until the filter is
clean. Allow the filter to thoroughly dry
for 24 hours before reuse.
3. Pull the Sponge Filter out and wash in
warm running water until the filter is
clean. Allow the filter to thoroughly dry
for 24 hours before reuse.
Cleaning the Filters
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Tornado Essential 600W Corded Vacuum
Model No. FLR00168
User Manual
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Care and Use of Your Vacuum Cleaner
• Always disconnect the cleaner from the mains
power supply before cleaning.
• Clean outside of the cleaner with a clean damp
cloth. Never clean with harsh or abrasive cleaners.
• Do not submerge the cleaner or its cord in water or
any other liquids.
• Empty the Dust Compartment (10) as soon as the
‘MAX’ mark has been reached.*
• Wash the Conical Hepa & Sponge Filters regularly – see table below.
• Allow the filters to thoroughly dry out for 24 hours before refitting them back
to the vacuum.
WARNING!* do not continue to use your vacuum cleaner once the ‘MAX’
mark has been reached as permanent damage may occur to the appliance.
Recommended Filter Cleaning intervals
Filter Type
Recommended cleaning period
Conical Hepa Filter (9)
Round Sponge Filter
•
Occasionally
r
emove
any
dust/debris
as
necessary
.
• The filter should
also
be
washed
under
warm water once a month.
• Allow to dry thoroughly for 24 hours
before reuse.
WARNING! Ensure the filters are cleaned periodically according to the table
above, failure to clean the filters regularly will severely impair the performance
and permanent damage may occur to the appliance which may invalidate your
warranty.
Storing Your 2 in 1 Vacuum Cleaner
1. Unplug the mains plug and return the Upper Cable Hook (2) to the upright
position.
2. Wrap the Mains Cable (3) around the Upper Cable Hook (2) and the Lower
Cable Hook (4).
3. Store your cleaner in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
• Shake
out
debris
when
you
empty
the
dust container
•
Wash clean
under
war
m
water
once
a
month
• Allow to dry thoroughly for 24 hours
before reuse.

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Tornado Essential 600W Corded Vacuum
Model No. FLR00168
User Manual
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Troubleshooting Guide
Problem
Possible Cause
Possible Solution
Unit fails to turn on.
The unit may not be
properly plugged in.
The fuse may have
tripped.
Ensure the plug is fully
inserted into the socket
and the socket is switched
on.
Check the fuse on the
mains board, if it has
tripped, reset it.
Low suction or poor pick-
up.
Dust Compartment is
full.
Filters are clogged.
Empty the Dust
Compartment. Check and
clean the filters.
The vacuum is making a
“hissing” sound.
The airflow is restricted
Empty the Dust
Compartment. Check and
clean the filters.
Non-Rewireable Mains Plug
If your appliance is supplied with a non-rewireable plug fitted to the mains lead
and should the fuse need replacing, you must use an ASTA approved one
(conforming to BS 1362 of the same rating). Never use a plug with the fuse cover
missing. If in doubt, consult a qualified electrician.
If you need to remove the plug – DISCONNECT FROM THE MAINS – and then cut
it off the mains lead and immediately dispose of it safely. Never attempt to reuse
the plug or insert it into a socket outlet as there is a danger of electric shock.
Technical Specification
Model Number
FLR00168
Supply Voltage
AC 230V ~ 50/60Hz
Rated Power
600W
Protection Class
II
Unpacked Weight (approx.)
1.7 Kgs
Dimensions (approx.)
253mm (d) x 163mm (w) x 1047mm (h)
Vacuum (max)
14kpa (max.)
Dust Compartment Capacity
0.6L

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Tornado Essential 600W Corded Vacuum
Model No. FLR00168
User Manual
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Recycling Information
Disposal of the Packaging
Dispose of paper and cardboard in appropriate paper re-cycling facilities.
Dispose of recyclable plastics in appropriate plastic re-cycling facilities.
Dispose of non-recyclable plastics in the appropriate plastics collection service.
Disposal of the Product
You should now recycle your waste electrical goods and in doing so
help the environment. This symbol means waste electrical products
at the end of their useful life should not be disposed of with normal
household waste and not sent to landfill. Please ensure it is taken to
a suitable facility for disposal. Check with your Local Authority or
retailer for recycling advice or visit www.recycle-more.co.uk, enter
your postcode to find out your nearest recycling site.

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Tornado Essential 600W Corded Vacuum
Model No. FLR00168
User Manual
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Notes

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Tornado Essential 600W Corded Vacuum
Model No. FLR00168
User Manual
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WARRANTY
Thank you for purchasing your Daewoo Vacuum.
As part of our commitment to quality, we are offering you an extra 2 years warranty in
addition to your 1 year guarantee
Your Daewoo vacuum product is guaranteed for 1 year from the date of original purchase,
with proof of purchase or receipt. If any defect should occur due to faulty workmanship or
material, your faulty vacuum should be returned to the place of purchase, replacement or refund is
at the discretion of the retailer.
The guarantee is subject to the following provisions:
•
The product must be correctly installed and operated in accordance with the
requirements contained in the instruction manual.
•
The product must be used solely for domestic purposes.
•
It does not cover general wear and tear, damage, misuse or any consumable parts.
•
The guarantee will be rendered invalid if the product is re-sold or has been damaged through
inexpert repair.
•
The guarantee is only valid within the UK and Eire.
Your standard 1 year guarantee will only be extended to the maximum available for your
individual product upon registration. (Note: products must be registered individually and
covers the main body and housing). If you do not register your product within 28 days of the
original purchase date, your product will only be guaranteed for 1 year.
To validate your extended 2 year warranty*please register your purchase online within 28
days of the original purchase date by registering at:
https://help.daewooelectricals.com
or
Contact Us (daewooelectricals.com)
*Your extended warranty is only valid with proof of purchase receipt and subject to the
conditions outlined above.
Daewoo is a registered trademark.
Produced and imported under licence by
Eurosonic Group Limited
Brightgate House
1 Brightgate Way
Manchester M32 0TB UK
EU Rep: EuroSonic Magppie (ESM) Ltd. Ireland D05 X006
www.esgltd.com
