Beko VRT 51225 VB Cordless Stick Vacuum Cleaner User Manual

beko VRT 51225 VB Cordless Stick Vacuum Cleaner

Important safety and environmental instructions

This section contains safety instructions to prevent hazards that can result in injury or property damage.
Any warranty is void if these instructions are not followed.
General safety

• This appliance complies with international safety standards.
• This device can be used by children over 8 years of age, people with physical, sensory, or mental challenges, or people with a lack of experience or knowledge; as long as control is ensured or information is provided regarding the hazards. Children must not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be carried out by unattended children.
• Do not use the appliance if the power cord or the appliance is damaged. Contact authorized service.
• Your main power supply shall match the information shown on the rating plate label of the appliance.
• Do not use the appliance with an extension cord.
• To prevent damage to the power cord, prevent it from being pinched, crimped, or rubbed against sharp edges.
• Do not touch the plug of the appliance with damp or wet hands while the appliance is plugged in.
• Do not pull on the cord while unplugging the appliance.
• Do not vacuum flammable materials and ensure that the cigarette ashes are cooled down before vacuuming them.
• Do not vacuum water and other fluids.
• Protect the appliance against precipitation, humidity, and heat sources.
• Do not use the appliance in or near explosive or flammable environments and substances.
• Unplug the appliance before cleaning and maintenance.
• Do not immerse the appliance or its power cord in water for cleaning.
• Do not disassemble the appliance.
• Use only original parts or parts recommended by the manufacturer.
• To prevent blockage of the filter or damage to the motor, do not vacuum cement, plaster, or fragments of compressed paper.
• Use the appliance with the adapter delivered with the appliance only.
•  Do not use the appliance without filters, it may get damaged.
• If you keep the packaging materials, keep them out of the reach of children.
• This appliance is not intended to be used by persons, including children, with physical, sensory, and mental disabilities or those who have not adequate experience and knowledge regarding its use, unless they are under the supervision of a person responsible for their safety or they are informed about the operation of the appliance.
• Children shall be supervised to prevent them from playing with the appliance.
• Unplug the adaptor and remove the battery pack before any cleaning or maintenance procedure.
• To avoid any risk of hazard, a damaged adaptor shall be replaced by the manufacturer, the authorized representative of the manufacturer, or a similarly qualified technician.
• Keep your fingers, hair, and loose clothes away from moving parts or clearances while vacuuming.
• Batteries shall be removed from the appliance before discarding the appliance.
• Disconnect the appliance from the power supply before removing the battery.
• Please discard used batteries in accordance with local laws and regulations.
• The batteries included in this appliance may only be replaced by qualified persons.
• The appliance is not intended to be operated for commercial purposes. This appliance is not designed for commercial use, it is intended for home use and in applications as follows:
• In the staff kitchens of the stores, offices, and other working environments
• In farmhouses;
• By customers in hotels, motels, or other accommodation facilities
• In hostels or similar environments.
• WARNING: Use the HCX1501-3200450E (VRT 51225 VB-VRT50225 VB), HCX1501-2700500E (VRT 50121 VR) re-movable supply unit delivered with the appliance to charge to the battery.
• This appliance shall not be operated by children and people with limited physical, sensory, and cognitive skills or people with a lack of experience and knowledge unless they are under supervision or are provided with the relevant instructions.
• Children shall be supervised to prevent them from playing with the appliance.

Compliance with the WEEE Directive and Disposing of the Waste Product

This product complies with EU WEEE Directive (2012/19/EU) and UK WEEE Regulations (S.I.2013/3113 and its amendments). This product bears a classification symbol for waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE).
This symbol indicates that this product shall not be disposed of with other household wastes at the end of its service life. Used devices must be returned to an official collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic devices. To find these collection systems please contact your local authorities or the retailer where the product was purchased. Each household performs an important role in recovering and recycling old appliances. Appropriate disposal of used appliances helps prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health.
Packaging information 

The product’s packaging is made of recyclable materials, in accordance with the National Legislation.

Do not dispose of the packaging waste with the household waste or other wastes, dispose of it in the pack-aging collection areas specified by local authorities.
Waste batteries

Ensure that the waste batteries are disposed of in accordance with local laws and regulations. The symbol on the battery and packaging indicates that the battery delivered with the product should not be considered household waste. This symbol may be used in combination with a chemical symbol in some regions. If the batteries contain more than 0.0005 % mercury and more than 0.004 % of lead, the Hg chemical is added for mercury and the Pb chemical symbol is added for lead under the symbol. By ensuring that the batteries are disposed of cor-rectly, you shall contribute to the prevention of potential damage to the environment and human health due to improper disposal of the batteries.

Compliance with RoHS Directive
The product you have purchased complies with the EU RoHS Directive (2011/65/EU) and UK RoHS Directive 2012. It does not contain harmful and prohibited materials specified in the Directive.
What to do for energy saving

• When using your appliance, adjust the speed settings according to the surface, in order to save energy.
• Normally, lower speeds are used when cleaning hard surfaces, curtains, and sofas, while high speeds are used for cleaning carpets.

Overview

Controls and components

1. Charge indicator LED lights
2. Power Adjustment button
3. On/off button
4. Emptying dust container ring
5. Dust container
6. Tube release button
7. Appliance release button
8. Charging Dock
9. Accessory attachment parts
10. Tube
11. Brush release button
12. Electric turbo brush
13. Charging adaptor
14. Mini turbo brush (VRT 51225 VB)
15. Dust brush
16. Crevice attachment
17. Screw (4 pcs)
18. Dowel (4 pcs)

Technical data

The rights to make technical and design changes are reserved. The values provided with the appliance or its accompanying documents are laboratory readings in accordance with the respective standards. These values may differ depending on the use and ambient conditions.

External Power Supply Parameter

Installation

Intended use
This appliance is intended for household use and it is not suitable for industrial use.
Installation of the charging dock

Position the charging dock (8) at a height of 112- 114 cm from the ground.

1. Fix four dowels (18) on the wall
2. Place four screws (17) into their locations on the charging dock (8) and mount them on the dowels on the wall.
3. Plug the charging adaptor (13) into the socket.

Installation of the body and the brush

1. Push the tube (10) in the direction of the arrow towards the body by pushing on the tube release button (6).
2. Press the electric turbo brush release button (11) on the electric turbo brush (12) and push it in the direction of the arrow towards the tube.
3. Attach crevice attachment (16) and dust brush (15) to the charging dock (8).

Operation

Charging the appliance

1. Place the appliance on the charging dock (8). After placing dust container (5) on the charging dock (8), push the appliance towards the charging dock.
2. Plug the charging adaptor (13) into the socket.
3. Flashing of the charge indicator LEDs (1) in white color indicates that the appliance is being charged. When all levels of the charge indicator LEDs (1) are illuminated, this indicates that the charging of the appliance is completed.

It takes up to 4 to 6 hours to charge the appliance completely. The appliance shall not be operated while charging.

If the appliance is placed on the charging dock (8) while it is being operated, it shall be stopped automatically.

Usage

1. Push the appliance release button (7) on the charging dock (8) downward and pull the appliance towards yourself at the same time.
2. Remove the appliance from the charging dock (8). Press the on/off button
3. to operate the appliance. The appliance starts operating with the minimum power when the on/off button is pressed.

To switch to the maximum power when operating in the minimum power, push the power adjustment button (2).
To switch to the minimum power when operating in the maximum power, push the power adjustment button (2) again. The appliance may be placed for charging before the complete discharging of the battery. The appliance may be kept continuously as charging on the charging dock (8) until the next operation. This appliance is suitable for use on carpets and hard floors.

Accessories

Crevice (16): Suitable for vacuuming the rear of the furniture, hard-to-reach areas, and narrow areas.

Dust brush (15): Suitable for vacuuming curtains, waxed furniture, and delicate and fragile objects.

Mini turbo brush (14): Suitable for vacuuming floorings, stair steps, car interiors, sofas, seats, etc. It is also used for vacuuming pet hair on such surfaces.

Cleaning and maintenance

Turn off and unplug the appliance before cleaning.

WARNING: Never use gasoline, solvent, abrasive cleaners, metal objects or hard brushes to clean.

WARNING: Deformation may occur on the filters within time as a result of usage. It shall be replaced with a new one to prevent loss of performance. Contact customer services to buy a new one.

Cleaning the Dust container and Filters

WARNING: Do not wash the filters.

We recommend you clean the dustbin (5) after each operation.

Wipe the surface of the body with a wet cloth.

Pull the emptying dust container ring (4) to the last point. The dust container lid will be opened. Empty all the dust it contains.

For detailed cleaning of filters, remove the dust container by turning it clockwise while pulling the dust container ring (4) lightly.

Pull EPA E10 and plastic filter holding from the EPA E10 handle.

Separate EPA E10 and plastic filters from each other.

Remove the dust on the EPA E10 filter by tapping it on a hard surface such as a waste bin or by using a brush.

Remove the dust on the plastic filter by tapping it on a hard surface such as a waste bin or by using a brush.

Attach the EPA E10 filter to the plastic filter back.

Attach plastic filter on the dustbin ring (5).

Fix the connector of the dustbin to the holes on the body, then fix the dustbin by turning counter-clockwise until you hear the click sound.

Cleaning of the brush

WARNING: Do not wash the turbo brush (8) and the main roller.

Press the roller release button.

Remove the dust on it by tapping it lightly on a hard surface or remove the dust with a brush. If any hair, etc. is tangled, remove it by cutting it off.

Fix the roller back to its place by pushing.

Storage

• If you do not intend to use the appliance for a long time, store it carefully.
• Unplug the appliance.
• Ensure that the appliance is kept out of reach of children.
• If you shall not be using the battery for a long period of time, please keep it in a cool and dry place at half-charged condition. Do not charge or discharge completely.
• Store the battery on a non-conducting material, and do not allow the battery to contact metal directly. This shall damage the battery.

Transport and shipping

• During transport and shipping, carry the appliance with its original packaging. The packaging of the appliance will protect the appliance against physical damage.
• Do not put heavy objects on the appliance or its packaging. Otherwise, the appliance may be damaged.
• If the appliance is dropped, the appliance may not operate or permanent damage may occur.

Product Guarantee

12 months breakdown and repair guarantee

Guarantor: Beko plc, 1 Greenhill Crescent, Watford, Hertfordshire. WD18 8UF The guarantee does not in any way diminish your statutory or legal rights.

Your appliance has the benefit of our manufacturer’s guarantee which covers the product for 12 months from the date of original purchase.
This gives you the reassurance that if within that time, your appliance is proven to be defective because of either workmanship or materials, we will at our discretion either repair or replace your appliance. The appliance must be correctly installed, located, and operated in accordance with the instructions contained in the user manual.!The guarantor disclaims any liability for accidental or consequential damage. The Guarantee is subject to the following conditions:

• Documentary proof of the original purchase date is provided.
• The appliance has been installed and operated correctly and in accordance with our operating and maintenance instructions.
• The appliance is used only on the electricity supply on the rating plate.
• The appliance has only been used for normal domestic purposes.
• The appliance has not been altered, serviced, dismantled, or otherwise interfered with by any person.
• The appliance is used in the United Kingdom or the Republic of Ireland.
• Any parts removed during repair work or any product that has been replaced become our property.
• The guarantee is not transferrable if the product is resold.

The Guarantee does not cover:

• Transit, installation, or delivery damage.
• Accidental damage.
• Misuse or abuse.
• Replacement of any consumable item or accessories. These include but are not limited to plugs, cables, light bulbs, knobs, filters, and flaps.
• Repairs or replacements required as a result of unauthorized repairs or inexpert installation that fails to meet the requirements contained in the user
• guide or instruction book.
• Repairs to products used in commercial or non-residential household premises.

How to obtain after-sales service, help, or general advice

Please keep your purchase receipt or other proof of purchase in a safe place as you will need to show us this document if your product requires attention within the guarantee period.
Please also record your product details below, which will allow you to access our services more quickly and help us identify your product. The model number is printed on the front of the user guide and the serial and model number are shown on your product’s rating plate.

• Please call our UK based Customer Service department if you need help or advice from us:
• United Kingdom and Northern Ireland: Republic of Ireland:
• You can also contact us through our website:
• 0333 207 9710
• 01 862 3411
• www.beko.co.uk