SILVERCREST SHSS 18 B1 2-IN-1 Cordless Vacuum Cleaner Instruction Manual

SHSS 18 B1 2-IN-1 Cordless Vacuum Cleaner
Instruction Manual

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IAN 359922_2101

Before reading, unfold the page containing the illustrations and familiarise yourself with all functions of the device.

Introduction

Congratulations on the purchase of your new appliance.
You have selected a high-quality product.
The operating instructions are part of this product.
They contain important information about safety, usage, and disposal. Before using the product, please familiarise yourself with all operating and safety instructions.
Use the product only as described and for a specified range of applications. Please also pass these operating instructions on to any future owner.

Intended use

This appliance has been designed exclusively for vacuum cleaning dry surfaces and dry residues.
This appliance is intended solely for use in private households. The appliance must not be used to vacuum people or animals. Any other usage or modification of the appliance is deemed to be improper and carries a significant risk of accidents.
The manufacturer accepts no liability for damages caused by improper use or incorrect operation of the appliance. The appliance is not intended for commercial use.

Package contents

• 2-in-1 cordless handheld/floor vacuum cleaner
• 2-in-1 crevice and brush attachment
• Handle rod
• Cradle (with charging socket)
• Mains adapter
• Operating instructions

NOTE

• Check the package for completeness and signs of visible damage.
• If the delivery is incomplete or damage has occurred as a result of defective packaging or during transport, contact the Service hotline (see section Service).

Appliance description

Figure A:

Figure B:

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Technical specifications

Floor nozzle

Hand element

Rechargeable batteries

Mains adapter

NOTE

• No user action is required to switch the product between 50 and 60 Hz. The product switches automatically to either 50 or 60 Hz.

Safety information

DANGER! ELECTRIC SHOCK!

• Never use the handheld vacuum cleaner if the cable, plug, or casing is damaged.
• To prevent accidents, have defective plugs and/or mains cables replaced immediately by an authorized specialist, our customer service or a similarly qualified person.
• Have all repairs carried out by a specialist workshop.
  Under no circumstances should you open the appliance yourself.
  Repairs that are not carried out by a specialist workshop could lead to physical injuries.
• Before charging the appliance, make sure that the mains voltage corresponds to the voltage indicated in the technical specifications for the mains adapter.
• Never touch the mains adapter or the appliance with wet or damp hands.
• Do not use the mains adapter with an extension cable; connect the mains adapter directly to a mains socket.
  Do not charge or use the appliance outdoors.

WARNING! RISK OF INJURY!

• Do not change any accessories while the appliance is switched on.
• Do not use the handheld vacuum cleaner for vacuuming up water or other liquids.
• Do not use the handheld vacuum for vacuuming up sharp objects or glass shards.
• Never vacuum up burning matches, glowing ashes, or cigarette butts.

WARNING! RISK OF INJURY!

• Do not use the handheld vacuum for vacuuming up chemical products, stone dust, gypsum, cement or similar particles.
• This appliance is not suitable for use with inflammable and explosive substances or chemical and aggressive liquids.
• Always store the appliance indoors. To prevent accidents, keep the appliance in a dry location when not in use.
• Under extreme conditions, leaks in the battery cells may occur. In the event that battery fluid comes into contact with skin or eyes, the affected area must be rinsed off with water immediately.  Contact a physician.
• This appliance may be used by children aged 8 years and above and by persons with limited physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge, provided that they are under supervision or have been told how to use the appliance safely and are aware of the potential risks. Do not allow children to use the appliance as a toy. Cleaning and user maintenance tasks may not be carried out by children unless they are supervised.
• Use only accessories recommended by the manufacturer.
• The main adapter must not be used for other purposes.
• Always grip the power plug to disconnect the appliance from the power supply.
• Always be sure to keep the hand vacuum away from heating elements, ovens or other heated appliances and surfaces.

WARNING! RISK OF INJURY!

• Always make certain that the ventilation slots are not obstructed.
  A blocked ventilation circuit can result in overheating and damage to the appliance.
• Take special care when using the hand vacuum on stairs. Risk of falling!
• This product contains rechargeable batteries. Do not throw the appliance into a fire and do not subject it to high temperatures. There is a risk of an explosion!
• Always remove the hand element from the handle rod before cleaning the rotary brush to avoid accidental starting of the rotary brush.

ATTENTION! PROPERTY DAMAGE!

• The product is equipped or supplied with a lithium-ion battery. Do not throw the batteries into a fire and do not subject them to high temperatures. There is a risk of an explosion!
• Do not use the hand vacuum cleaner without the HEPA filter inserted.
• Do not use the mains adapter for a different product and do not attempt to charge this appliance using a different mains adapter.
  Use only the main adapter supplied with this appliance.
• The batteries in this appliance cannot be replaced.
• Never charge non-rechargeable batteries!
  The main adapter is intended for indoor use only.

Before first use

• Remove all packaging materials and protective stickers from the appliance, especially the pro- tective sticker on the contacts on the back of the hand element 3.
• Place the cradle 19 onto the stand until the cradle 19 clicks into place.

NOTE

• The appliance batteries are not charged upon delivery. The batteries must be charged for 5–6 hours before using the appliance for the first time.

Charging the appliance

• To charge the appliance, connect the mains adapter 17 to a mains socket. Plug the barrel plug 18 into the charging socket p on the underside of the cradle 20 Feed the cable through the recess on the rear of the cradle 19 so that the cradle o is not resting on the cable.
• Place the handle rod with the attached hand element 3 onto the cradle 19. The charge indicator lamp 2 lights up red. When the appliance is fully charged, the charge indicator lamp 2 lights up blue
• Do not recharge the batteries until the suction power of the appliance has become noticeably weaker.

NOTE

• When the batteries are weak, the charge indicator lamp 2 starts flashing blue. When this happens, the appliance can be operated for another 3 to 5 minutes.
• Once the batteries are completely discharged, the charge indicator lamp 2 flashes red five times and the appliance switches off.

Assembly/disassembly

Fitting the handle rod

1. Loosen the screw 11 at the back of the handle rod 10 with a screwdriver in an anticlockwise direction. Pull the screw 11 out of the screw hole on the handle rod 10.
2. Attach the handle rod 10 to the handle rod bracket of the appliance. Push the handle rod 10 all the way onto the handle rod bracket until it is firmly seated on the appliance. (Fig. 1).
   
3. Insert screw 11 into the screw hole at the back of the handle rod 10. Tighten the screw q clockwise with a screwdriver (Fig. 1).

Connecting/removing the hand element to/from the handle rod

1. To connect the hand element 3 to the handle rod 10, push the tip of the hand element 3 into the opening in the hand element recess 13.
2. Then press the grip 1 of the hand element 3 into the handle rod 0 until the hand element 3 clicks firmly into place (Fig. 2). To remove the hand element 3 from the handle rod 0, press both release buttons w.
3. Then pull the hand element 3 upwards and forwards out of the hand element recess 13 (Fig. 3).

Operation

ATTENTION! PROPERTY DAMAGE!

• The suction opening must always be open and may not be blocked. Blockages lead to overheating and damage to the motor.
• Do not vacuum shag pile carpet with the floor nozzle. The rotary brush 14 can get caught in the carpet and jam!

NOTE

• Make sure that the HEPA filter 5 and the coarse filter 6 are always inserted before using the appliance.
• As soon as the suction power of the appliance begins to diminish noticeably and the charge indicator lamp 2 flashes blue, connect the appliance to the mains adapter 17.

Using the hand element with the handle rod

1. Insert the hand element 3 into the hand element recess 13 as described in the section Assembly/disassembly.
2. Switch on the appliance using the On/Off switch 8. The charge indicator lamp 2 lights up blue, the LED light t on the floor nozzle lights up and the rotary brush r starts rotating.
   NOTE
   ► Press the ECO button 9 to switch to the energy-saving ECO mode. The appliance now uses a lower suction power but can run for longer.
   Press the ECO button 9 again to work with full suction power.
3. Guide the floor nozzle over the area to be vacuumed. Hold the handle rod 10 so that the floor nozzle moves smoothly over the floor.
4. Press the On/Off switch 8 when you have finished vacuuming. The rotary brush r stops and the charge indicator lamp 2 as well as the LED light t switch off.

Using the 2-in-1 crevice and brush  attachment

NOTE

• Switch the appliance off before attaching or removing the 2-in-1 crevice and brush attachment 16.

The appliance’s 2-in-1 crevice and brush attachment 16 have two different nozzles for different applications. Choose the appropriate nozzle depending on your needs:

Brush nozzle
Use the brush nozzle to clean soft and/or delicate surfaces.
Crevice nozzle
Use the crevice nozzle to clean narrow and hard-to-reach locations.

• Attach the 2-in-1 crevice and brush attachment 16 to the hand element 3.
• Alternatively, you can attach only the brush nozzle or only the crevice nozzle to the hand element 3.
• When you are done using it, pull the 2-in-1 crevice and brush attachment z or the single nozzle off the hand element 3.

Using the hand element

1. Remove the hand element 3 from the hand element recess 11 as described in the section Assembly/disassembly.
2. If necessary, attach the 2-in-1 crevice and brush attachment 16 to the hand element 3. Alternatively, you can attach only the brush nozzle or only the crevice nozzle to the hand element 3.
3. Press the On/Off switch 2 on the hand element 3 to start vacuuming the desired areas. The charge indicator lamp 2 lights up blue during operation.
4. When you are finished vacuuming, press the On/Off switch 2 again. The charge indicator lamp 2 switches off.

Cleaning and maintenance

WARNING! RISK OF INJURY!

• Always unplug the mains adapter u from the mains power socket. Pull the barrel plug i out of the charging socket p on the cradle o before cleaning the cradle o.
• Always remove the hand element 3 from the hand element recess e on the handle rod 0 before cleaning
  — the hand element 3,
  — the handle rod 0, or
  — the rotary brush r.

ATTENTION! PROPERTY DAMAGE!

• Do not use abrasive or aggressive cleaning materials. They can damage the surface of the appliance!

NOTE

• The LED light t is maintenance-free.
  The LEDs cannot be replaced!

Emptying the dirt container and cleaning the filter

NOTE
► To achieve the best results, empty the dirt container 7 and clean the HEPA filter 5 regularly.
► If you need a new HEPA filter 5, please contact our customer service department (see section Ordering replacement parts).

1. To open the dirt container 7, remove the hand element 3 from the hand element recess e.
2. Press the release button 4 and, at the same time, pull the dirt container 7 forwards and off.
3. Start by pulling the HEPA filter 5 and then the coarse filter 6 out of the dirt container 7 (Fig. 4). Tap out both parts over a rubbish bin or similar. If necessary, you can rinse out the HEPA filter 5  with fresh water. Allow it to air dry fully afterward.
   
4. Empty the dirt container 7 into the rubbish bin or similar.
5. First re-insert the coarse filter 6 and then the dry HEPA filter 5.
6. Replace the dirt container 7 onto the hand element 3 by first pushing the lower catch on the hand element 3 into the recess on the dirt container 7. Then, press the upper part of the dirt container 7  onto the hand element 3 until the dirt container 7 clicks into place and sits firmly.

Cleaning the appliance
Wipe the appliance with a damp cloth. For stubborn dirt, add a little mild detergent to the cloth.
Ensure that the appliance is completely dry before using it again.

Cleaning the rotary brush
The rotary brush r should be checked regularly for blockages; any hair, threads, or dirt should be removed. Remove the rotary brush r as follows:

1. Turn the floor nozzle upside down.
2. Push the catch on the cover plate towards the symbol and remove the cover plate (Fig. 5).
3. Remove the rotary brush r.
4. Remove any dirt (on both sides of the brush bristles) and clean the rotary brush r. To do this, take a damp cloth and wipe the individual bristle bundles from the inside to the outside.
5. To replace the rotary brush r, first push the broad end onto the drive shaft so that the rotary brush r hooks into place.
6. Then, push the other end into the mount so that the rotary brush r sits straight in the floor nozzle.
7. Reattach the cover plate until it clicks firmly into place. The cover plate locks automatically as the latch moves towards the symbol (Fig. 5).
   

Storage

• When you are not using the appliance, place it on the cradle 19.
• Store the 2-in-1 crevice and brush attachment 16 in the accessory compartment a.
• Alternatively, you can put the brush nozzle and crevice nozzle into the accessories holders individually or together.
• Store the appliance in a dust-free and dry location.

Troubleshooting

The appliance is not working.

• The battery is not charged.
  Charge the appliance (see section Charging the appliance).
• The appliance is defective.
  Contact the customer service department (see section Service).

The appliance is running but hardly sucking up any dirt.

• The battery is not sufficiently charged.
  Charge the appliance (see section Charging the appliance).
• The dirt container 7 is full.
  Empty the dirt container 7 (see section Cleaning and maintenance).
• The HEPA filter 5 is blocked.
  Clean the HEPA filter 5 (see section Cleaning and maintenance).

The appliance will not charge.

• The mains adapter u is not correctly connected to the charging socket p or the mains socket.
  Check the connections of the main adapter 16.
• The mains adapter 17 is defective.
  Contact the customer service department (see section Service).

Disposal

Disposal of the device
Never dispose of the appliance in your normal domestic waste. This product is subject to the provisions of European Directive 2012/19/EU.

Dispose of the appliance via an approved disposal company or your municipal waste facility. Please comply with all applicable regulations. Please contact your waste disposal facility if you are in any doubt.

Your local community or municipal authorities can provide information on how to dispose of the worn-out product.

NOTE

• The appliance contains batteries that cannot be removed by the user. To prevent risks, the removal or replacement of the batteries may only be carried out by the manufacturer, the manufacturer’s customer service department, or a similarly qualified person. When disposing of the appliance, indicating that the appliance contains batteries.

Disposal of the packaging

The packaging materials have been selected for their environmental friendliness and ease of disposal and are therefore recyclable. Dispose of the packaging in an environmentally friendly manner.
Note the labeling on the packaging and separate the packaging material components for disposal if necessary.
The packaging material is labeled with abbreviations (a) and numbers (b) with the following meanings: 1–7: Plastics, 20–22: Paper and cardboard, 80–98:  Composites.

Kompernass Handels GmbH warranty

Dear Customer,
This appliance has a 3-year warranty valid from the date of purchase. If this product has any faults, you, the buyer, have certain statutory rights. Your statutory rights are not restricted in any way by the warranty described below.

Warranty conditions
The warranty period starts on the date of purchase.
Please keep your receipt in a safe place. This will be required as proof of purchase.
If any material or manufacturing fault occurs within three years of the date of purchase of the product, we will either repair or replace the product for you or refund the purchase price (at our discretion).
This warranty service requires that you present the defective appliance and the proof of purchase (receipt) within the three-year warranty period, along with a brief written description of the fault and when it occurred.
If the defect is covered by the warranty, your product will either be repaired or replaced by us. The repair or replacement of a product does not signify the beginning of a new warranty period.

Warranty period and statutory claims for defects
The warranty period is not prolonged by repairs effected under the warranty. This also applies to replaced and repaired components. Any damage and defects present at the time of purchase must be reported immediately after unpacking. Repairs carried out after expiry of the warranty period shall be subject to a fee.

Scope of the warranty
This appliance has been manufactured in accordance with strict quality guidelines and inspected meticulously prior to delivery.
The warranty covers material faults or production faults. The warranty does not extend to product parts subject to normal wear and tear or to fragile parts which could be considered as consumable parts such as switches, batteries or parts made of glass.
The warranty does not apply if the product has been damaged, improperly used or improperly maintained. The directions in the operating instructions for the product regarding the proper use of the product are to be strictly followed. Uses and actions that are discouraged in the operating instructions or which are warned against must be avoided.
This product is intended solely for private use and not for commercial purposes. The warranty shall be deemed void in cases of misuse or improper handling, use of force, and modifications/ repairs which have not been carried out by one of our authorized service centers.

Warranty claim procedure
To ensure quick processing of your case, please observe the following instructions:

• Please have the till receipt and the item number (IAN) 359922_2101 available as proof of purchase.
• You will find the item number on the type plate on the product, an engraving on the product, on the front page of the operating instructions (below left), or on the sticker on the rear or bottom of the product.
• If functional or other defects occur, please contact the service department listed either by telephone or by e-mail.
• You can return a defective product to us free of charge to the service address that will be provided to you. Ensure that you enclose the proof of purchase (till receipt) and information about what the defect is and when it occurred.

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Service
Service Great Britain
Tel.: 0800 404 7657
E-Mail:

Importer
Please note that the following address is not the service address. Please use the service address provided in the operating instructions.
KOMPERNASS HANDELS GMBH
BURGSTRASSE 21
44867 BOCHUM
GERMANY
www.kompernass.com

Ordering replacement parts

You can order replacement parts for this product on the internet at www.kompernass.com.

Scan this QR code with your smartphone or tablet. You can use this QR code to navigate directly to our website (www.kompernass.com) where you can view and order the available spare parts.

NOTE

• If you have problems with your online order, you can contact our customer service center by phone or email (see section Service).
• Please always quote the article number (e.g. 123456_7890) when ordering. You can fi nd it on the title page of these operating instructions.
• Please note that online ordering of replacement parts is not possible for all countries.

KOMPERNASS HANDELS GMBH
BURGSTRASSE 21
44867 BOCHUM
GERMANY
www.kompernass.com
IAN 359922_2101