Sharper Image Smart Touchless Vac-Can User manual

Brand: Sharper Image

Model: Smart Touchless Vac-Can

Type: User manual

Smart Touchless Vac-Can

User Manual

Model VK-9108A

Item 58034

PLEASE READ AND SAVE THESE IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

IMPORTANT SAFETYINSTRUCTIONS

This electrical appliance must always be used according to the following safety instructions.

Save these instructions as this manual contains important safety and operating information.

When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, including:

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE

USING THE APPLIANCE

WARNING! To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury:

1. Always turn the power OFF before unplugging.

2. Always unplug the appliance before cleaning or servicing. Do not unplug

by pulling the cord; to unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.

3. Do not let the appliance be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary

when used near children. Do not use in AUTO mode or leave appliance

plugged in near small children or infants.

4. Do not pull or carry the appliance by the cord. Keep the cord away

from heated surfaces.

5. Do not use the appliance if the cord or plug is damaged.

6. Do not handle the plug or appliance with wet hands.

7. Do not use appliance on wet surfaces.

8. Do not expose to rain.

9. Do not use appliance to dispose of water or damp materials such as mud,

tile gout, plaster filter, or caulking. Do not use to vacuum any liquid or wet

objects.

10. Do not use this appliance to vacuum up burning or combustible liquid,

such as gasoline. Do not use in areas where these liquids may be present.

11. Do not use this appliance to vacuum up burning or smoking materials,

such as cigarettes, matches or hot ashes.

12. Keep hair, loose clothing, and all parts of the body, fingers, away

from openings and moving parts.

13. Do not force any objects into appliance openings.

14. Do not use this appliance to vacuum hard or sharp objects or large

surface litter. Pick these up by hand before vacuuming.

15. Do not operate without the Collection Bin properly in place.

16. Use the appliance only as described in this User Manual.

17. Turn the appliance off and unplug before removing or replacing the

inner Collection Bin or filter.

18. Unplug appliance before cleaning or maintenance.

19. If the appliance is not working as it should, review the Trouble Shooting

section on page 6, and then call for instructions where to send for repair.

Do not attempt to repair, as it will invalidate your warranty.

20. When cleaning the outside of the appliance, wipe with a damp cloth

to reduce the static electricity on the outer surface.

WARNING: In order to prevent electric shock, do not use on wet

surfaces. Do not expose to rain. Store indoors.

DESCRIPTION OF SMART TOUCHLESS VAC-CAN

A. Lid

B. HEPA Filter

C. Collection Bin

D. Control Panel

E. Infrared Stay-

Open Sensor

F. Manual Vacuum

Kick-Switch

G. Infrared Vacuum Sensor

H. Dirt Inlet

I. Lid Sensor

J. Air Outlet Filter

K. Filter Holder

L. Power cord

CONTROL PANEL DESCRIPTION

Image # Display Description

1 POWER

Press to turn unit on. Press again to

cycle through modes. Hold for 3

seconds to turn unit off.

2 AUTO Automatic vacuum mode

3 MAN Manual vacuum mode

4 FULL Collection Bin full indicator

5 START/OFF Press to start or stop vacuum cycle

6 OPEN Press to open trash can lid

7 CLOSE Press to close trash can lid

INDICATOR

LIGHT

Blue – Trash can lid open

Red – Trash can lid closed

BEFORE FIRST USE

HEPA FILTER AND TRASH BAG INSTALLATION

1. Remove the included HEPA filter from plastic bag and install it into Collection

Bin’s filter slot with flaps facing upward.

2. Remove Collection Bin and unlock side clips to

separate the upper part from the bottom part of

Collection Bin. (see fig. a & b)

3. Insert any appropriate sized trash bag into the

bottom part of the Collection Bin. Re install the

upper part of the bin and lock in place with side

clips. Replace Collection Bin into the trash can.

The trash can is ready for use.

SENSOR TRASH CAN OPERATION INSTRUCTION

1. Press the POWER button to turn the unit on. A Blue Indicator Light under AUTO

will illuminate indicating the unit is on and ready to use.

2. Place your hand or any object 4 – 12 inches above Lid

Sensor to open trash can lid automatically. (see fig. c) The lid

will remain open if Infrared Sensor in front of the trash can

detects people or object within its range.

3. To manually open and close trash can lid, press OPEN and

CLOSE buttons.

4. When the Collection Bin is full, the indicator light FULL will

flash and beep audibly.

5. Utilize Infrared Sensor or press OPEN to open the trash can lid. Follow TRASH

BAG INSTALLATION steps above to remove and replace the trash bag.

Note: Trash can lid will not open during a vacuuming cycle.

VACUUM OPERATIONINSTRUCTION

1. Press the POWER button to power on. A Blue Indicator Light under AUTO will

illuminate. The vacuum defaults to Auto Mode for automatic use when turned on.

2. Sweep debris toward the inlet at the base of the unit. The infrared sensors will

detect the debris and automatically initiate a timed vacuuming cycle of 5 seconds.

3. Activate Manual Mode by pressing the POWER button again. The Blue Indicator

Light will illuminate under MAN. Sweep debris toward the inlet at the base of the

unit, press the START/OFF button or gently tap the Manual Vacuum Kick-

Switch to start and stop vacuum.

Note: You may utilize the manual vacuum Kick-Switch to start and stop vacuum

cycle during Auto or Manual Mode.

fig. c

fig. a

fig. b

COLLEC

TION BIN CLEANING INSTRUCTIO

1. Press and hold the POWER button for 3 seconds to turn off

the unit. Unplug Power Cord from AC outlet.

2. Open trash can lid, lift handle to remove Collection Bin from

the unit.

3. Unlock side clips and remove trash bag(Refer to Trash Bag Installation

instructions above).

4. Wash Collection Bin by hand in warm water with mild soap. Avoid using harsh

chemical or abrasive cleaning material. Rinse and dry thoroughly. The

Collection Bin is NOT dishwasher safe.

5. Gently clean sensors and dirt inlet area with a damp cloth. Do not scrub or use

abrasive cleaning materials.

6. Replace Collection Bin back into the unit. If Collection Bin is improperly installed,

an audible Beep will sound once the unit is plugged in and powered back on.

HEPA AND AIR OUTLET FILTERS CLEANING INSTRUCTION

It is recommended to clean the HEPA and Air Outlet filters periodically to keep the

Smart Touchless Vac-Can operating at peak performance. Poorly maintained HEPA

and Air Outlet filters may collect debris to cause obstruction in vacuum’s air flow and

significant degrade performance.

1. Press and hold the POWER button for 3 seconds to turn off

the unit. Unplug Power Cord from AC outlet.

2. To remove HEPA filter, open trash can lid, lift and remove

HEPA filter from its housing. (see fig. a)

3. To remove Air Outlet filter, press the filter holder in the back

of the unit, the holder will pop open. (see fig. b& c)

4. Rinse both filters under cold running water for two

minutes until water runs clear and filter is clear from

any visible debris.

5. Dry filters thoroughly before inserting back into

housing placements.

IMPORTANT! NEVER OPERATE THE MACHINE

WITHOUT HEPA OR AIR OUTLET FILTER PROPERLY IN

PLACE.

fig. a

fig. b

fig. c

STORAGE INSTRUCTION

1. Press and hold the POWER button for 3 seconds to turn off the unit. Unplug

Power Cord from AC outlet.

2. Thoroughly clean the unit by follow Collection Bin Cleaning Instructions and

HEPA and Air Outlet filter cleaning instructions on page 5.

3. Unplug Power Cord from the back of the unit and store it inside Collection Bin.

Never wrap cord tightly around the unit, bending cord in sharp angles may cause

breakage.

4. Store the Smart Touchless Vac-Can indoors in a clean, dry place. Never store

the unit when it is still plugged in.

WARNING! TO AVOID ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT USE THE SMART

TOUCHLESS VAC-CAN OUTDOORS OR IN WET SURROUNDINGS.

TROUBLE SHOOTING

Problem Possible Cause Possible Solution

Smart Touchless

Vac-Can does not

power on

Not firmly plugged in

2. Unit is in off status

3. Collection bin is not in position

4. No power in wall plug

5. Blown house fuse or tripped circuit

breaker

6. Cover is not closed

Plug in firmly

2. Press POWER button and switch

mode between AUTO and MAN

3. Reinstall Collection Bin

4. Check house fuse or circuit breaker

5. Have a qualified licensed electrician

replace house fuse or reset circuit

breaker

6. Press the close button

Does not run,

audible beep.

Collection Bin is n

ot in

place or

improperly placed inside the unit

install the Collection Bin

correctly

Does not vacuum

Dirt Inlet is blocked

2. Collection Bin is full

3. Debris too large for inlet

First power off unit

1. Clean path of Dirt Inlet

2. Empty Collection Bin

3. Clear large debris

Sensors do not

activate

Unit is not

AUTO mode

Press POWER button to cycle to AUTO

mode

Suction is not strong

Filters may be dirty

Clean both HEPA and Air Inlet filters

by follow filter cleaning instructions

on page 5

Trashcan Lid won’t

Objects are detected

2. Collection Bin handle is improperly

placed

Remove object

2. Swing Collection Bin handle to the

other side

Tenergy Corporation

436 Kato Terrace

Fremont, CA 94539

(510) 687-0388

Email: [email protected]

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LIMITED WARRANTY

Tenergy warrants its product shall be free from defects in materials

and workmanship, under normal conditions and use, for a Limited

Warranty Period of twelve (12) months from the date of original

purchase. This warranty is not applicable to cases other than

defects in material and workmanship. This warranty is only valid

upon presentation of the proof of purchase which include the

original invoice or sales receipt indicating the date of purchase,

store name, model and serial number or UPC of the product. In no

case shall Tenergy Corporation's liability be greater than the actual

purchase price of this product. This limited warranty does not cover

normal wear and tear, water damage, or other alleged defect or

nonconformity that is a result of abuse, misuse, neglect, tampering,

unauthorized or improper use or installation, disassembly, repair,

alteration, or accident by Purchaser. Please make all warranty

claims to Tenergy Customer Service at Tenergy Customer Service at

[email protected]

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Sharper Image Smart Touchless Vac-Can User manual

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