Goldair GHV40 Operating Instructions Manual

Brand: Goldair

Model: GHV40

Category: Vacuum cleaners

Type: Operating Instructions Manual

2-in-1 Duo Stick Vacuum

Model GHV40

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

GHV40: 9.6V DC 85W, 2-in-1 Vacuum

Thank you for choosing this Goldair 2-in-1 Stick Vacuum. This Goldair appliance has

been designed and manufactured to high standards of engineering, and with proper use

and care, as described in this manual, will provide you with years of useful service.

Please read these instructions carefully.

GENERAL CARE AND SAFETY GUIDE

ALWAYS

✔Always ensure hands are dry before

handling the plug or the Vacuum .

✔Use only as described in this manual.

✔Always be sure to unplug from the

socket when not in use and before

cleaning.

✔Use only manufacturers recommended

attachments.

✔Carry out regular checks of the supply

cord to ensure no damage is evident.

NEVER

✘Leave vacuum cleaner when plugged

in. Unplug from outlet when not in use and

before servicing.

✘Never use outdoors or on wet surfaces.

✘Never use this appliance for any

purpose other than its intended use. This

appliance is for household use only.

✘This appliance is not intended for use

by persons (including children) with

reduced physical, sensory or mental

capabilities or lack of experience and

knowledge, unless they are supervised or

have been given instruction concerning

the use of the vacuum by a person

responsible for their safety.

✘Close supervision is necessary when

the appliance is near children.

✘Use you vacuum to pick up anything

that is burning or smoking, such as

cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes.

✘Pull or carry by cord, use cord as a

handle, close door on cord, or pull cord

around sharp edges or corners. Do not run

vacuum cleaner over cord. Keep cord

away from heated surfaces.

✘Unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug,

grasp the plug, not the cord.

✘Never use harsh, abrasive or caustic

cleaners to clean this appliance.

✘Never operate the appliance with a

damaged cord or plug, after it

malfunctions, or if it has been damaged in

any manner.

✘Use without dust bag and/or filter in

place.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

GENERAL CARE AND SAFETY GUIDE continued…

•Check that your local mains voltage matches the voltage of the mains adaptor

provided with this appliance.

•This product includes rechargeable nickel metal hydride (Ni-MH) batteries.

Batteries must be recycled or disposed of properly. Do not incinerate batteries or

expose to high temperatures, as they may explode.

•Leaks from battery cells can occur under extreme conditions. If the liquid gets on

the skin, wash immediately with soap and water or neutralise with a mild acid such

as lemon juice or vinegar. If the liquid gets into the eyes, flush them immediately

with clean water for a minimum of ten minutes and seek medical attention.

•Batteries should be removed if the appliance is not going to be used for a long

period of time.

•DO NOT attempt to change the batteries used in this product yourself. The

batteries should only be replaced by a reputable service technician.

COMPONENTS

1A. Stick Power Switch

1B. Hand Vac Power Switch

2. Upper Handle

3. Folding Axis Release

4. Release Hand Vac Release Button

5. Stick Vac Body

6. Filter Assembly

7. Hand Vac Unit

8. Motorised Turbo Brush Head

9. Charging Base

10. Charger Cord and Plug

11. Turbo Brush Assembly

CHARGING THE STICK VAC

1. Ensure that the On/Off switch is in the “O” position before charging.

2. Before using the vacuum, charge the unit for 8-10 hours.

3. Plug the charger jack into the charging base.

4. Plug the charger directly into a wall outlet, ensuring the charger station is close to

the outlet.

5. Place the unit onto the charging base. A blue charging light indicates that the

vacuum is properly positioned and that the unit is being charged.

6. Store the vacuum in the charging base when not in use so that it is always charged

and ready to use.

NOTE:

•Peak performance may only be realised after the unit has been charged and

discharged two or three times. To maintain peak performance of your vacuum, it is

recommended that the unit be fully discharged then completely recharged at least

once a month. Each recharge will take approximately 12-16 hours’ charging time.

•The adaptor may become warm during charging –this is normal.

USING THE STICK VAC

NOTE:

•The Stick Vac can only be used when the Hand Vac is attached.

•The Stick Vac and Hand Vac has one power setting only.

1. Remove the appliance from the charging base.

2. Slide the “On/Off” button to the “I”position.

3. When finished vacuuming, slide the “On/Off” button to the “O” position.

ASSEMBLY

NOTE: The dust cup filter must always be used when operating the vacuum.

1. Before assembling this appliance, ensure that all parts are in the box.

2. Attach the handle by inserting into the main vacuum unit and ensure a clicking

sound secures the vacuum into place.

3. Attach the turbo brush head by inserting into the air intake nozzle at the bottom of

the Stick Vac, ensuring that the contact pins are engaged in the connector slots in

the unit. The head is successfully attached when clicked into place.

4. Attach the Hand Vac unit to the Stick Vac by inserting the Hand Vac air intake

nozzle into the opening located in the main body of the Stick Vac and pushing the

handle gently towards the Stick Vac until it clicks into place.

5. To open the dust cup compartment, simultaneously press the dust cup release

buttons on the Hand Vac unit and twist to remove. Ensure the dust cup filter is

inside, then re-attach the dust cup container to the Hand Vac unit.

USING THE HAND VAC

Remove the Hand Vac from the Stick Vac by pressing the release button and gently

pulling the unit away from the Stick Vac by the handle.

EMPTYING THE STICK VAC

For best performance, empty the Stick Vac and clean the dust cup filter after each use.

1. Press down simultaneously on both dust cap release buttons and pull off the dust

cap container.

2. Pull out the dust cup filter.

3. Empty the contents from the dust cup container.

4. Rinse the filter in cold water. Do not machine wash. Wait until completely dry. Air

dry only.

5. Replace the filter carefully into the dust cup compartment. NEVER operate the

appliance without the dust cup filter in place.

6. Reattach the dust cup container into the appliance.

USING THE MOTORISED BRUSH HEAD

NOTE: The motorised brush head is for vacuuming short pile carpets or rugs and

is for use on the Stick Vac unit only.

CAUTION: DO NOT touch the motorised head while it is in motion.

1. Ensure the appliance “On/Off” button is in the “O” position.

2. Firmly insert the motorised brush head into the air intake nozzle of the appliance,

ensuring that the contact pins are engaged in the connector slots in the unit.

3. To remove the motorised head, press the release button at the rear of the nozzle

and pull the attachment downwards.

CLEANING THE MOTORISED BRUSH HEAD

NOTE: The motorised brush head should be checked regularly to ensure that

nozzle cushions, wheels and brush rollers are clean and free from damage, to

avoid scratching sensitive surfaces.

1. If the motorised head becomes blocked or jammed, turn the appliance off

immediately.

2. Carefully remove any items, such as threads, that may have become tangled in the

device.

3. If the motorised head needs to be removed for cleaning, open the hatch cover by

turning the locking screw anti-clockwise a with a screwdriver. Gently remove the

cover.

4. Lift out the roller brush and remove dirt or tangled objects.

5. Fit the roller brush back into device, ensuring that it fits within the guides and spins

freely.

6. Replace the hatch cover and lock into place by turning the locking screw anti-

clockwise until tight

If one of the wheels on the motorised head is jammed:

1. Remove the wheel by carefully inserting a flat head screwdriver into the wheel

cavity and applying gentle upwards pressure against the wheel axle.

2. Remove any dirt or tangled objects.

3. Reattach the wheel and axle by placing them back into the cavity and applying

gentle pressure to click back into place.

BATTERY PACK REPLACEMENT AND DISPOSAL

•This unit is powered by nickel metal hydride (Ni-MH) batteries, which must be

recycled or disposed of in accordance with local law.

•DO NOT attempt to replace the batteries used in this product with any other types

of battery.

•If the Stick Vac appliance is to be disposed of, the batteries should be removed

first.

•DO NOT attempt to replace the batteries used in this product yourself. The

batteries should only be replaced by a reputable service technician.

CAUTION

•NEVER use ordinary batteries for replacement, as these may leak and damage

your appliance.

•USE ONLY with the battery pack supplied with the unit.

•DO NOT attempt to remove the battery pack from the unit to charge it.

•NEVER use the unit without the battery compartment cover in place.

•NEVER attempt to throw the battery pack or unit into a fire or incinerate it.

•DO NOT attempt to remove or damage the battery casing.

•Battery must be recycled or disposed of properly at the end of its service life.

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

PROBLEM POSSIBLE REASON POSSIBLE SOLUTION

Unit will not

operate

Batteries flat Charge unit

Dead battery (battery won't hold

charge) Have batteries replaced by

service technician

Contacts between the unit and

the charging stand are dirty Wipe and clean dirt from

contacts after unplugging

vacuum

No power in electrical outlet

supplying charger Check fuse or breaker. Replace

fuse/reset breaker

Motorised head

will not work

The two metal pins of the

motorised head are not in

contact with the vacuum cleaner

Firmly insert the motorised head

into the air intake nozzle. This

will connect the motorised

nozzle to the unit power supply.

Motorised head is clogged up Remove all lint, hair, etc. from

motorised brush

Unit will not pick

up, or suction is

weak

Dust cup container is full Empty dust cup container

Dust cup filter needs cleaning or

replacement Remove dust cup filter and

check for object(s) in air duct

and remove. Clean or replace

dust cup filter

Unit needs recharging Charge unit

Dust escaping

from unit

Dust cup container is full Empty dust cup container

Dust cup filter is not installed

correctly Review dust cup filter

installation instructions

Puncture or hole in dust cup

filter Replace dust cup filter

SUPPORT AND TECHNICAL ADVICE

North Shore City, Auckland, New Zealand

Monday –Friday 8am-5pm

Phone: 0800 232 633

Website: www.goldair.co.nz

Your Goldair product has been inspected and tested and is guaranteed subject to the

following for a period of two years from the date of purchase against defects in

workmanship and materials. During this period, such defects will be rectified by

repair or replacement of the product purchased. Your product contains no user

serviceable components and this warranty becomes invalid if in our opinion the

product has been misused, abused, incorrectly installed, tampered with, connected

to an electrical supply not corresponding with the name plate specification, or

subjected to power surges. The warranty does not include any labour or other

associated expense that may be involved in removal or installation of the product.

Normal wear and tear is expressly excluded.

If your Goldair product fails to operate satisfactorily, please return it to the retailer

from whom it was purchased. To obtain a repair or replacement product under this

warranty, you will need to produce satisfactory evidence of date of purchase. The

completed warranty and purchase receipt must be presented with the product. The

warranty should be filled out at the time of purchase. It is in your interest to make

sure this is done.

If the product is to be replaced (cannot be repaired) then that replacement will be of

the same or similar product or accessory excluding packaging, instruction card etc.

Where a replacement product is supplied, this shall be guaranteed for the balance of

the original warranty period.

Any model that is no longer available will be replaced by a model of a value and with

such features as we consider appropriate in the circumstances. Goldair Ltd is not

responsible for freight forwarding charges, losses or damage in transit.

If service is required after the warranty period has expired, the product should be

returned to a qualified electrical technician. Service outside of the warranty period

will be at your cost.

Consumers GuaranteeAct (1993).

In accordance with the above act consumers are advised that: The manufacturer

does not undertake that repair facilities and parts are necessarily available for this

product.

If any of the provisions of the foregoing are contrary to any relevant legislation, then

that provision shall be deemed to be excluded from the warranty and the rest of the

provisions will continue to apply.

TWO YEAR WARRANTY

IMPORTANT: PLEASE RETAIN THIS WARRANTY CARD

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ADDRESS:

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Goldair GHV40 Operating Instructions Manual

Brand: Goldair

Model: GHV40

Category: Vacuum cleaners

Type: Operating Instructions Manual

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