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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should
always be followed. These instructions should be saved for future
reference:
• 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 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 a
qualified electrician. 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 the
manufacturer or a suitable qualified after-sales-service 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
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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 part of the
vacuum cleaner. Clothing or hair may become 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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Description of Parts
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1. Handle
2. Pet Tool Storage Position
3. Dust Compartment Release Catch
4. Filter Cover Release Catch
5. Flexible Hose
6. Filter Assembly
7. Dust Compartment
8. Air Outlet
9. Air Outlet Cover Release Catch
10. Handle Release Catch
11. Floor Brush Height Adjuster
12. Floor Brush
13. Adaptor
14. Extension Tube
15. Pet Brush
16. Brush Tool
17. Crevice Tool
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3
1
2
13
8
10
7
12
5
9
15
14
16
17
11
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Description of Parts – Rear View
Setting the Floorbrush Height
Before using your vacuum cleaner, set the correct height of the Floor Brush (12) for the type
of floor being cleaned using the Floor Brush Height Adjuster (11) as below:
Floor Type
Floor Brush Height Adjuster (11) position
Deep Pile Carpeted Floors and Rugs
Thick Pile Carpeted Floors
Normal Carpeted Floors
Short Pile/Thin Carpets, Carpet
Tiles, etc.
Hard Floors, Laminates, Tiled, etc.
18. Upper Cable Hook
19. Lower Cable Hook
20. Hose Tool Connector
21. On/Off Switch (Foot Operated)
22. Wheels
23. Mains Cable
18
19
20
21
22
22
23
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Using Your Vacuum Cleaner
3. Press the foot operated On/Off Switch (20 -
arrowed) to power up the vacuum cleaner:
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2. Fully unravel the Mains Cable (22) and insert
the mains plug into the nearest socket.
1. Rotate the Upper Cable Hook (17) until it is in
the down position and release the mains
cable as shown right:
4. Press the Handle Release Catch (10 -
arrowed) with your foot (11) and pull
the cleaner back by the Handle (1) to
start vacuum cleaning.
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Using the Attachments
1. The Crevice Tool (17)
2. The Brush Tool (16)
3. The Extension Tube (14)
Pull the Hose Tool Connector (20) from the back
of the vacuum cleaner and push the Adaptor
(13) onto the end of the connector. Push the
Crevice Tool (17) onto the end of the Adaptor
(13) as shown right:
Left: Using the Brush Tool (16) to clean small
gaps and spaces.
Right: Using the Crevice Tool (17) to clean
floor edges, stairs, etc.
Pull the Hose Tool Connector (20) from the back
of the vacuum cleaner and push the Adaptor
(13) onto the end of the connector. Push the
Brush Tool (16) onto the end of the Adaptor
(13) as shown left:
Insert the Extension Tube (14) in line with the Crevice or Brush Tool to give extra reach
whilst cleaning:
Above: Using the attachments with the Extension Tube (14) to give more reach whilst cleaning.
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1. Once the dust level reaches the ‘MAX’ mark
on the Dust Compartment (7) it will need
emptying and the filters cleaned.
WARNING do not continue to use your
vacuum cleaner once the ‘MAX’ mark has
been reached as permanent damage may
occur to the appliance.
4. The Pet Brush (15)
5. Cleaning the Stairs
Emptying and Cleaning Your Vacuum Cleaner
WARNING Always disconnect the cleaner from the mains power supply before cleaning.
1
MAX
Unhook the Flexible Hose (5) from the back
of the vacuum to give extended reach as
shown right:
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Pull the Hose Tool Connector (20) from the back
of the vacuum cleaner and push the Adaptor
(13) onto the end of the connector. Push the Pet
Brush (15) onto the end of the Adaptor (13) as
shown left:
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2. Left: Remove the Cotton (a) and the Foam filter (b).
Wash the filters in running water until clean. Allow the
filters to dry thoroughly for 24 hours before reuse.
2. Right: Remove the Dust Compartment (7) by
pulling the Dust Compartment Release Catch
(3) upwards and removing it away from the
main unit.
3. Left: To empty the Dust Compartment (7), hold the
Dust Compartment over a waste bin and press the
dust compartment open button (arrowed left) and the
door at the bottom of the Dust Compartment (7) will
swing open. Allow the dust to empty out into the bin.
NB push the door closed once the Dust Compartment
(7) is empty.
Cleaning the Filters
Dust Compartment Filters
1. Right: Hold the Dust Compartment (7) and lift the
Filter Cover Release Catch (4) and open the top of
the Cylinder.
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3
2
a.
b.
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Air Outlet Filter
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3. Hold the Cylinder and twist off the Cyclonic Filter
by rotating the filter top to the unlocked
position as shown left. Wash the Cyclonic filter
carefully in running water until clean. Allow the
filter to dry for 24 hours before reuse.
NB avoid wetting the lid section whilst cleaning
the Cyclonic filter.
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4. Once the Cyclonic filter is dry, re-insert it into
the Dust Compartment (7) and rotate to the
locked position as shown right.
5. Left: Replace the Cotton and the Foam filters
and close the top of the cylinder until the Filter
Cover Release Catch (4) clicks home.
Replace the Dust Compartment into the main
unit and push into place until it also clicks home
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Right: Press the Air Outlet Cover Release
Catch (9) and remove the cover
containing the Hepa filter.
Remove the Hepa filter from the cover
and wash carefully in running water until
clean. Allow the filter to dry for 24 hours
before reuse.
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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 in water or any other liquids.
• Empty the Dust Compartment (7) as soon as the ‘MAX’ mark has been reached.*
• Wash the Filters regularly – see table below.
• Allow the filter to thoroughly dry out for 24 hours before reassembly and use.
*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
WARNING Ensure the filter is cleaned periodically according to the table above, failure to
clean the filter regularly will severely impair the performance and permanent damage may
occur to the appliance and may invalidate your warranty.
• Shake
out
debris
when
you
empty
the dust
container
•
Rinse
under
water
once
a
month
• Allow to dry thoroughly for 24 hours before reuse.
Round Cotton Filter
•
Occasionally
r
emove
any
dust/debris
as
necessary
.
• The filter should
also
be
rinsed
under
water once a
month.
• Allow to dry thoroughly for 24 hours before reuse.
•
Round Sponge Filter
• Shake
out
debris
once
a
month
•
Rinse
under
water
once
every
3-6
months
• Allow to dry thoroughly for 24 hours before reuse.
Outlet Hepa Filter
Cyclonic Filter
• Shake
out
debris
once
a
month
•
Rinse
under
water
once
a month – carefully avoid
getting the lid part wet.
• Allow to dry thoroughly for 24 hours before reuse.
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Electrical Connections
This appliance is fitted with a fused three-pin plug to BS 1363. If the plug has to be
removed, it should be cut off and carefully disposed of immediately. To avoid a possible
shock hazard, do not insert the discarded plug into a mains socket.
Fitting a new plug
The mains lead must be connected as shown below. The wires are coloured with the
following code - Brown wire = Live (L), Blue wire = Neutral (N).
NB no connection must be made to the Earth (E) terminal.
• The Blue wire must be connected to the terminal marked N or coloured Black.
• The Brown wire must be connected to the terminal marked L or coloured Red.
• Check that there are no cut or stray strands of wire inside the plug.
• Use a 13 Amp BS 1362 fuse, only use BSI or ASTA approved fuses.
• If you are in any way unsure which plug or fuse to use, always refer to a qualified
electrician.
• After replacing or changing a fuse on a moulded plug, the cover must be refitted to the
plug; the appliance must not be used without a fuse cover.
Technical Specification
Model Number
FLR00050
Supply Voltage
AC 220-240V ~ 50-60Hz
Rated Power
700W
Protection Class
II
Unpacked Weight (approx.)
6.8 Kgs
Dimensions (approx.)
353mm (d) x 330mm (w) x 1080mm (h)
Dust Compartment Capacity
3.5L
Connect
Brown to
Live (L)
Connect
Blue to
Neutral (N)
Ensure the outer sheath of the mains lead
is securely held by the cable clamp
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Troubleshooting Guide
Problem
Possible Cause
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 filter.
The vacuum is making a
“hissing” sound.
The airflow is restricted
Empty the Dust
Compartment. Check and
clean the filter.
Waste electrical products should not be disposed of with household waste. Please
recycle where facilities exist. Check with your Local Authority or retailer for recycling advice.
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