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  • Page 1 INSTRUCTION MANUAL KOBOLD VK200 UPRIGHT VACUUM CLEANER AND ACCESSORIES...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Danger levels... . . 13 Kobold VF200 Carpet Freshener . . 34 protection Kobold SP530 DuoClean ..41 Device disposal ... 96 Getting started Kobold PB440 Electric Upholstery Disposing of the packaging .

  • Page 3: Product Overview

    Nature and extent of the accessories included may vary. Accessories can be purchased as options. The illustrations shown in this instruction manual are meant to illustrate the functions of the Kobold VK200 Upright Vacuum Cleaner and its accessories. The illustrations may differ with respect to detail and proportions of the actual product.
  • Page 4 LEGEND Item Kobold VK200 Upright Vacuum Cleaner Item Accessory heads Kobold VK200 Upright Vacuum Cleaner Electronic accessories: Mains switch Kobold EB400 Automatic Electric Brush – to vacuum and clean carpets and hard floors Cable hook (covered), rotatable Kobold SP530 DuoClean Grip –...

  • Page 5: Preliminary Remarks

    PRELIMINARY REMARKS CHARACTERS AND SYMBOLS Congratulations on the purchase of your new Kobold VK200 Upright Vacuum Cleaner. Delivering brilliance and cleanli- The symbols which appear in this instruction manual ness, the light and manoeuvrable Upright Vacuum Cleaner have the following meanings: will perform for you and your home for many years.
  • Page 6 • Unsealed wooden flooring made of softwood – – (e.g. pine, spruce) • Unsealed cork flooring Only for dry cleaning with cleaning cloth Kobold MF520/530 Dry. No wet cleaning. Only with cleaning cloth MF520/530 Universal Soft. excellent suitability Table 1.1...

  • Page 7: For Your Safety

    For your safety FOR YOUR SAFETY Greatest possible safety is a characteristic of Vorwerk products. The product safety of the Kobold VK200 Upright Vacuum Cleaner and its accessories can however only be ensured if this chapter is followed. Intended use...
  • Page 8 (e.g. exposed aggregate concrete). KOBOLD VF200 CARPET FRESHENER The Carpet Freshener may only be used in combination with a Kobold vacuum cleaner. It is intended only for the care of carpets and rugs. The Carpet Freshener is intended only for the types of carpet specified in “Table 1.1 Suitability of the accessory heads for floors”...
  • Page 9 KOBOLD SP530 DUOCLEAN The DuoClean may only be used in combination with a Kobold vacuum cleaner. It is only intended for use on the hard floor types specified in “Table 1.1 Suitability of the accessory heads for floors” on page 6. The following types of flooring must not be wet cleaned: untreated cork flooring, untreated tile flooring, untreated softwood flooring.

  • Page 10: Hazard Warnings

    • Always switch the device off before all retrofitting, cleaning and maintenance work and disconnect the mains plug from the socket. • Switch off the device on the switch of the Kobold VK200 Upright Vacuum Cleaner and then disconnect the mains plug before leaving the device unattended.
  • Page 11 • Do not continue using the electrical accessory heads or the power cord if they become damaged. • In case of damage, contact your Vorwerk Customer Service Centre. Warning! The Kobold ESS200 Electric Suction Hose has electrical connections • Do not use it to vacuum water. • Do not submerge in water for cleaning purposes.
  • Page 12 • Keep small parts such as Dovina fragrance chips out of reach of children. Loss of suitability for allergy sufferers • Only use original Kobold filters and filterbags. Do not reuse spent filterbags. Risk of injury due to sharp fragments of plastic! •...

  • Page 13: Danger Levels

    For your safety Danger levels • For your safety, please observe the hazard warnings in the text of the chapters that follow. You can identify the hazard warnings in the following chapters by the warning symbol and/or a signal word indicating a danger level: Danger level Warning symbol Signal word...

  • Page 14: Getting Started

    Getting started GETTING STARTED In this chapter you will learn how to set up your Kobold VK200 Upright Vacuum Cleaner for use. You will get to know the basic functions of your Upright Vacuum Cleaner and how to use it properly.

  • Page 15: Mains Connection

    Getting started Mains connection ATTACHING THE POWER CORD Before using the Kobold VK200 Upright Vacuum Cleaner for the first time, attach the power cord as follows: • Fully unfold clamping lever and hold it. • Pull the telescopic handle out slightly.
  • Page 16 Getting started WINDING UP AND UNWINDING THE POWER CORD Warning! Risk of electric shock! • Pull the mains plug from the socket before winding up the power cord! Caution! Danger of damaging electrical parts! • Make sure the device and power cord are not damaged during winding up. Wind up the power cord when you have finished using the Upright Vacuum Cleaner.

  • Page 17: Attaching The Accessory Head

    Make sure you hear the attachment socket click into the pivot. Brush) Removing and replacing the accessory head To remove the accessory head from your Kobold VK200 Upright Vacuum Cleaner, you have two options: • Unlock the accessory head at the top of the telescopic handle by sliding the switch •...

  • Page 18: Standby Position And Power Setting

    Getting started Standby position and power setting In combination with an accessory head, you can either use your Kobold VK200 Upright Vacuum Cleaner in the power setting or set it into standby position. SETTING THE DEVICE INTO STANDBY POSITION Caution! Risk of injury from toppling device! The standby position is used to park the device after you have finished working with it or when you take a break.
  • Page 19 If you will not be using your Upright Vacuum Cleaner for some time, disconnect the mains plug and store the device properly. If you place the Kobold VK200 Upright Vacuum Cleaner with the Kobold EB400 Automatic Electric Brush or the Kobold VF200 Carpet Freshener...

  • Page 20: Adjusting The Handle Height

    Getting started HANGING UP ON THE WALL You can hang the Upright Vacuum Cleaner on the wall to store it. • Leave the device in the power setting. • With the upper opening of the cable hook , hang the device on the wall. The accessory head hangs down Adjusting the handle height Caution! Danger of damaging electrical parts!

  • Page 21: Carrying The Kobold Vk200 Upright Vacuum Cleaner

    Getting started Carrying the Kobold VK200 Upright Vacuum Cleaner Warning! Risk of electric shock! • Never carry the Kobold VK200 Upright Vacuum Cleaner by the power cord. • Before carrying the device, push in the adjustable handle all the way in.
  • Page 22 CARRYING WITH THE SHOULDER STRAP Note! Risk of damage due to falling! The carry strap could come loose, causing the Kobold VK200 Upright Vacuum Cleaner to fall down. • Make sure that the carry strap is securely attached to the Upright Vacuum Cleaner and the eyelet on the grip.

  • Page 23: Switching The Device On And Off, Setting The Power Performance Level

    Getting started Switching the device on and off, setting the power performance level SWITCHING ON • Switch the Kobold VK200 Upright Vacuum Cleaner on by sliding the main switch from position forward SETTING THE POWER PERFORMANCE LEVEL In general, we recommend power performance level auto (automatic suction power).
  • Page 24 FUNCTION KEY (ONLY IN COMBINATION WITH THE KOBOLD EB400 AUTOMATIC ELECTRIC BRUSH) The function key is only active when using the Kobold EB400 Automatic Electric Brush. The Automatic Electric Brush recognises the type of flooring and adjusts to it automatically. You can also switch manually between hard floors and carpet using the function key •...

  • Page 25: Filter Fill Level Indicator

    Getting started The filter cover of the Upright Vacuum Cleaner is equipped with a cover lock. It cannot be closed unless a filterbag is installed. Note! Risk of damage due to closing the filter cover by force • Do not use force to close the filter cover. •...

  • Page 26: Dovina Fragrance Chip

    Getting started 2.10 Dovina fragrance chip Caution! Choking hazard due to swallowing small parts! • Keep small parts such as Dovina fragrance chips out of reach of children. INSERTING A DOVINA FRAGRANCE CHIP • Take the Dovina fragrance chip out of the package. •...

  • Page 27: Operation

    Cleaning and vacuuming 3.4 on page 52 Upholstery Brush mattresses with Lavenia combined with Kobold MP440/MR440 Mattress Cleaning Set Additional accessories Vacuuming surfaces, corners, 3.6 on page 60 joints etc. of furniture Fig. 3.1 Kobold VK200 Upright Vacuum Cleaner and accessory heads...

  • Page 28: Kobold Eb400 Automatic Electric Brush

    Operation Kobold EB400 Automatic Electric Brush Are you using your Kobold VK200 Upright Vacuum Cleaner with the Kobold EB400 Automatic Electric Brush? Then this chapter is for you! Here you will learn everything about its basic functions and brush and suction on carpets and hard floors.
  • Page 29 Floor cleaning with the Kobold EB400 Automatic Electric Brush The Kobold EB400 Automatic Electric Brush not only vacuums up dust and dirt, but “combs” through the carpet at the same time with the rotating roller brush. This loosens dirt and cleans the deeper layers of the carpet.
  • Page 30 Operation CARPET MODE If the Automatic Electric Brush detects a carpet the suction nozzle moves down and the brush touches the carpet. The operating display light (Fig. 3.3) is lit continuously. HARD FLOOR MODE When the sensor detects hard floors, the supporting roller and the front brush strip with sealing lip are extended while the rear sealing lip swings by 90°.
  • Page 31 Caution! Risk of injury due to the rotating brush! • Always switch off the Kobold VK200 Upright Vacuum Cleaner with the main switch before changing the setting on the bottom of the Kobold EB400 Automatic Electric Brush.
  • Page 32 Operation TIPS FOR BRUSH-SUCTION We generally recommend using the power performance level auto. The other power performance levels are specially intended for specific types of carpet. Power performance With normal function for the floor types: level - Light, loose carpets, Floor mats - silk carpeting, soft - carpets with fringes,...
  • Page 33 Brush parallel to the edge. The rotating roller brush can also work ‘mechanically’ and comb the fringes of a rug when used in hard floor mode. Only pull the Kobold EB400 Automatic Electric Brush over the fringes backwards, away from the carpet.

  • Page 34: Kobold Vf200 Carpet Freshener

    Operation Kobold VF200 Carpet Freshener Use the Kobold VF200 Carpet Freshener to professionally clean your carpet. This chapter tells you how. • Before you start with the Carpet Freshener, brush-suction the carpet as usual with the Automatic Electric Brush (see chapter “3.1.1 Floor cleaning with the Kobold EB400 Automatic Electric Brush”...
  • Page 35 Kobosan active can also be obtained from our online shop at www.vorwerk.co.uk Warning! Risk of electric shock! • Never use the Kobold VF200 Carpet Freshener in combination with liquid, foam or moist cleaning agents. • Only use dry cleaning powders such as Kobosan active.
  • Page 36 • Prior to application, check an unobtrusive location of the carpet for colour fastness with Kobosan active. • Do use the Kobold VF200 Carpet Freshener on rug fringes since they could be damaged. • Do not use the Carpet Freshener the following floors: - Carpets with a pile height greater than 1.5 cm...
  • Page 37 Operation KOBOSAN ACTIVE DOSAGE • Operate Kobosan active dosage with the foot switch - Switch up: Kobosan active dosage = deactivated - Switch down: Kobosan active dosage = activated • Set the Upright Vacuum Cleaner to power performance level auto. The suction motor starts and drives the brush of the Carpet Freshener.
  • Page 38 Once Kobosan active has been worked in, you no longer need the Carpet Freshener. The Carpet Freshener should be cleaned straight after every use (see chapter “3.2.2 Cleaning the Kobold VF200 Carpet Freshener after use” on page 39). REPLACING THE ACCESSORY HEAD •...
  • Page 39 Cleaning the Kobold VF200 Carpet Freshener after use Warning! Risk of electric shock! • Be sure to take the Kobold VF200 Carpet Freshener off your Kobold VK200 Upright Vacuum Cleaner before cleaning. Note! Risk of damage to the device due to improper cleaning! •...
  • Page 40 Operation The dosage container can only be removed after dosage is deactivated (see “Fig. 3.10 Inserting the dosage container” on page 36). • Remove the dosage roller from the container. However, this is only neces- sary if it is very dirty (see chapter “4 Maintenance” on page 68). •...

  • Page 41: Kobold Sp530 Duoclean

    (“Table 1.1 Suitability of the accessory heads for floors” on page 6). Warning! Risk of electric shock! • Never drive your Kobold SP530 DuoClean over the power cord or other cables on the floor. Fig. 3.15 Kobold SP530 DuoClean •...
  • Page 42 Kobold MF530 Universal cleaning cloth for all other wet-wipeable surfaces (e.g. tiles, PVC, also suitable for rougher surfaces). Kobold MF530 Dry cleaning cloth for dry cleaning hard floors (see “Table 3.2 Suitability of the cleaning cloths” on page 43). Fig. 3.17 Cleaning cloth The Parquet, Dry and Universal Soft cleaning cloths are not included in the delivery of the basic set.
  • Page 43 Operation SUITABILITY OF THE KOBOLD MF530 CLEANING CLOTHS FOR DIVERSE HARD FLOOR TYPES Hard floor type Kobold MF Kobold MF Kobold Kobold MF Universal Universal Soft MF Dry Parquet Moistening (ml) – 60-80* • Sealed wooden floors/cork (e.g. parquet, floorboards) +¹...
  • Page 44 • Do not vacuum liquids. Caution! Risk of injury from moving parts! • Keep away from the moving parts of the Kobold SP530 DuoClean. Note! Risk of damage from improper use! • Before switching on the device, make sure that there are no small stones, granulates such as cat litter or other pointed or sharp-edged objects under the cleaning cloth.
  • Page 45 DuoClean. The DuoClean will start when the flap has been closed. SWITCHING OFF THE DEVICE To switch off the Kobold SP530 DuoClean, the Upright Vacuum Cleaner has to be switched off: • Switch off the Upright Vacuum Cleaner.
  • Page 46 REMOVING THE CLOTH HOLDER SP530 FROM THE DEVICE Warning! Risk of electric shock! • For your own safety, switch off the Kobold VK200 Upright Vacuum Cleaner with the main switch each time that the cleaning cloth is replaced and also pull the mains plug.
  • Page 47 Kobold MF530 Parquet cleaning cloth and the Kobold VK200 Upright Vacuum Cleaner at full power. • You should also clean the floor with a dry Kobold MF530 cleaning cloth and the Kobold VK200 Upright Vacuum Cleaner at full power if the floor is too moist, e.g.
  • Page 48 Operation For wet cleaning, the cleaning cloth should be moistened before use. The SP530 Dosing Bottle is specially designed for simple, fast and hygienic mois- tening of cloths enabling an exact application of the water quantity and the con- centrated cleaning agent Koboclean. 500 ml 5 ml MOISTENING THE CLEANING CLOTH...
  • Page 49 Fig. 3.23 Fixing the cleaning cloth on the cloth holder • For your own safety, switch off the Kobold VK200 Upright Vacuum Cleaner on the handle grip each time that the cleaning cloth is replaced and also disconnect the mains plug.
  • Page 50 • Avoid moving the Kobold SP530 DuoClean laterally towards loose coarse particles (e.g. glass splinters). • Do not clean at eye level while using the Kobold SP530 DuoClean (e.g. on stairs or platforms). • Switch off the Kobold SP530 DuoClean before lifting it.
  • Page 51 Operation REPLACING THE KOBOLD MF530 CLEANING CLOTH Note! Risk of damage from improper use! • Never leave a wet cleaning cloth in the Kobold SP530 DuoClean when storing it. • If the cleaning cloth is too dry or too dirty, remove it from the DuoClean and insert a new cleaning cloth.

  • Page 52: Kobold Pb440 Electric Upholstery Brush And Mattress Cleaning Set Mp440/Mr440

    Kobold PB440 Electric Upholstery Brush and Mattress Cleaning Set MP440/MR440 The Kobold PB440 Electric Upholstery Brush removes dust from your uphol- stered furniture in no time. Furthermore, it cleans upholstery faster than any other device because it brushes and vacuums it at the same time. With the Mattress Cleaning Set MP440/MR440, attached to your Electric Upholstery Brush, you can professionally clean your mattresses as well.
  • Page 53 Operation • Switch on the Upright Vacuum Cleaner. The Electric Upholstery Brush is automatically switched on as well. REGULATING THE SUCTION FORCE • Regulate the suction force as usual on the Upright Vacuum Cleaner. • Select power performance level med on your Upright Vacuum Cleaner in normal use.
  • Page 54 Cleaning mattresses with the Kobold PB440 Electric Upholstery Brush and the Mattress Cleaning Set MP440/MR440 To clean mattresses, use your Kobold PB440 Electric Upholstery Brush with the Mattress Freshener MP440 and the Mattress Vacuumer MR440 instead of the normal suction nozzle. For regular vacuum cleaning of mattresses, the MR440 mattress cleaning set is recommended.
  • Page 55 • Use the Mattress Freshener MP440 with the corresponding nubbed disc exclusively for mattress cleaning. REMOVING THE KOBOLD PB440 ELECTRIC UPHOLSTERY BRUSH SUCTION NOZZLE • Pull the suction nozzle...
  • Page 56 Mattress Dry Cleaning set MP440. Fig. 3.30 Mattress Vacuumer MR440 and Mattress Freshener MP440 When older Electric Upholstery Brush models are used, the Kobold VK200 Upright Vacuum Cleaner continues running. In this case we recommend the power performance level soft.
  • Page 57 Note! Risk of damage from improper use! • Do not press the Kobold PB440 Electric Upholstery Brush with the Mattress Freshener MP440 firmly onto the mattress with both hands. Doing so could cause damage to your Mattress Cleaning Set and mattress.
  • Page 58 After each use, check the Mattress Cleaning Set for residues of dirt. • Vacuum away any Lavenia residue or wet clean the device if it is very dirty. For instructions see chapter”4.5 Kobold PB440 Electric Upholstery Brush and Mattress Cleaning Set MP440/MR440” on page 80.

  • Page 59: Kobold Ess200 Electric Suction Hose

    Operation Kobold ESS200 Electric Suction Hose The Kobold ESS200 Electric Suction Hose can be used in a number of ways in connection with the Kobold VK200 Upright Vacuum Cleaner. ATTACHING THE KOBOLD ESS200 ELECTRIC SUCTION HOSE • Insert the port of the Electric Suction Hose into the attachment socket of the Upright Vacuum Cleaner.

  • Page 60: Additional Accessories

    3.6.1 Kobold TR15 Telescopic Tube The Kobold TR15 Telescopic Tube makes it possible to work in areas that are high up in the room. You can easily vacuum spider webs, dust in corners or dusty curtain rods without having to use a ladder or step stool.
  • Page 61 Operation ADJUSTING THE LENGTH AND LOCKING • Turn the handle grip in the direction marked “open” (identifiable through the symbol ) and adjust the Telescopic Tube to the desired length. • Turn the handle grip in the direction marked “close” to lock the Telescopic Tube at this length.
  • Page 62 Operation 3.6.2 Kobold VD15 Variable Nozzle The Kobold VD15 Variable Nozzle is extremely versatile. It has two attachments that can be used for different tasks. • Attach the socket of the Variable Nozzle to the Electric Suction Hose. The Variable Nozzle is provided with a joint so that you are able to vacuum at an angle of 90 degrees.
  • Page 63 The Drilling Dust Attachment allows you to collect drilling dust. You can drill a hole into the wall without having to worry about dust polluting your home. • Connect the Drilling Dust Attachment to the tip of the Kobold VD15 Variable Nozzle. •...
  • Page 64 3.6.3 Kobold SD15 Soft Nozzle The Kobold SD15 Soft Nozzle can either be used for vacuuming loose dust quickly and in a gentle manner, or to remove stubborn dirt. You can vary the bristle ring length and thereby adjust it to the type of surface.
  • Page 65 Operation 3.6.4 Kobold FD15 Flexo Nozzle The Kobold FD15 Flexo Nozzle is a multi-purpose accessory that can be used on different surfaces. In order to do this you can adjust the nozzle for the different areas of application: Nozzle setting for vacuuming Flexo Nozzle –...
  • Page 66 Slide the top part of the Flexo Nozzle upwards and out. • Connect the Flexo Nozzle to the Kobold ESS200 Electric Suction Hose. KOBOLD FD15 FLEXO NOZZLE – FOLDED Fig. 3.42 Flexo Nozzle top part You would like to vacuum dust from joints, corners or between upholstery? Remove the cleaning plate from the Flexo Nozzle.
  • Page 67 Operation CLEANING PLATE You would like to clean larger areas such as furniture surfaces or stairs, walls and doors? Then use the cleaning plate of the Flexo Nozzle. • Mount the cleaning plate on the top part of the Flexo Nozzle. •...

  • Page 68: Maintenance

    Maintenance MAINTENANCE Maintain your Kobold VK200 Upright Vacuum Cleaner regularly, so it can give you maximum performance and ease of use at all times. In the following chapter you will learn how to maintain the different devices and accessory heads and how to exchange parts.

  • Page 69: Spare Parts And Consumable

    Maintenance Spare parts and consumable materials You have purchased a quality product from Vorwerk. To keep you as satisfied in the future with your Vorwerk device as you were the first day, we recommend you take advantage of our reorder options for original care products and original ORIGINAL consumables in time.

  • Page 70: Maintaining Kobold Vk200 Upright Vacuum Cleaner

    • Should the filter area be damp, make sure to dry it before using the device any further. • Exchange the 3in1 Premium Filterbag FP200 and the Kobold VK200 motor protection filter. Vorwerk Premium filter bags can be purchased from the Mail Order Hotline (see chapter “8 Services”...
  • Page 71 Fig. 4.3 Opening the filter cover • Insert a new, wrapped 3in1 Premium Filterbag into the filter unit your Kobold VK200 Upright Vacuum Cleaner. • Do not cut the package bands on the filterbag. The Upright Vacuum Cleaner does this for you when you close it.
  • Page 72 If the filter cover can only be closed with difficulty, do not use force. Instead, ensure that the filterbag has been inserted correctly. 4.2.2 Cleaning and/or exchanging the Kobold VK200 motor protection filter The motor protection filter serves to protect your Upright Vacuum Cleaner from pollution.
  • Page 73 The locking mechanism disengages and the filter can be removed. CLEANING THE KOBOLD MOTOR PROTECTION FILTER Note! Risk of damage from improper use! • Do not clean the motor protection filter with water or other fluids.
  • Page 74 Swing the filter up until it engages in the retainer • Close the filter unit. Note! Risk of damage from improper use! • Use the Kobold VK200 Upright Vacuum Cleaner only with the motor protection filter inserted. 4.2.3 Removing the power cord from the Kobold VK200 Upright...

  • Page 75: Kobold Eb400 Automatic Electric Brush

    • Always switch the device off before all retrofitting, cleaning and main- tenance work and disconnect the mains plug from the socket. Caution! Pinching hazard! • Stay clear of the moveable parts of the Kobold EB400 Automatic Electric Brush. 4.3.1 Checking and cleaning •...
  • Page 76 Maintenance CLEANING THE ROLLER BRUSH Note! Risk of damage to the device due to improper cleaning! • Never wet clean the roller brush. The roller brush is not dishwasher safe nor waterproof. • Remove lint, hair and other dirt from the roller brush. •...

  • Page 77: Kobold Sp530 Duoclean

    • Never clean electrical connections with water, wet cleaning agents or the wet cleaning cloths. • Never pour water over the device. Never rinse it with running water. Caution! Pinching hazard! • Keep away from the moving parts of the Kobold SP530 DuoClean.
  • Page 78 Check the condition of the sealing lips regularly; if required, remove fluff balls, hairs, etc. REMOVING THE SEALING LIP FRAME In order to be able to clean the sealing lips thoroughly, the frames can be re- moved from the Kobold SP530 DuoClean. • Set the DuoClean upside down. •...
  • Page 79 Maintenance 4.4.2 Checking the suction channel Regularly check the suction channel for blockage. • To remove blockages, remove the suction channel from the device at the lower end. • Remove any objects blocking the device. Fig. 4.15 Pulling out the suction channel •...

  • Page 80: Kobold Pb440 Electric Upholstery Brush And Mattress Cleaning Set Mp440/Mr440

    • Always switch the device off and before all retrofitting, cleaning and maintenance work and disconnect the mains plug from the socket. • Never clean the Kobold PB440 Electric Upholstery Brush or suction nozzle with water or damp cleaning agents.
  • Page 81 Maintenance CLEANING THE MATTRESS FRESHENER MP440 After the cleaning process, Lavenia residue may be stuck to the nubbed disc which impairs functionality during subsequent use. • Check the nubbed disc for residual dirt after every mattress cleaning. • Vacuum up any Lavenia residue with the Electric Suction Hose, Flexo Nozzle or Soft Nozzle.

  • Page 82: Additional Accessories

    Clean the vibrating bars under running water (III.). Additional accessories III. This chapter applies to the following accessories: Kobold VD15 Variable Nozzle Kobold FD15 Flexo Nozzle Kobold SD15 Soft Nozzle • The accessory heads can be rinsed off under running water.

  • Page 83: Troubleshooting

    If your device is not working properly, it may be due to one of the following causes: Fault Possible causes and rectification KOBOLD VK200 UPRIGHT VACUUM CLEANER The device does not The power cord may not be properly engaged in the Upright Vacuum run.
  • Page 84 Troubleshooting Fault Possible causes and rectification KOBOLD VK200 After inserting a Possibly the bands of the filter bag have not been severed. UPRIGHT VACUUM CLEANER new, banded • Open the filter cover and check whether the bands have been Premium Filterbag cut by the closure of the filter cover.
  • Page 85 The motor protection filter is extremely dirty. • Clean or exchange the motor protection filter (see chapter “4.2.2 Cleaning and/or exchanging the Kobold VK200 motor protec- tion filter” on page 72). The Upright After prolonged use, with high ambient temperature or when the...
  • Page 86 • Make sure that both locks (left and right) engage audibly with a click during installation Maybe original Kobold accessories were not used, which can lead to bearing or motor damage. • Use original Kobold roller brushes only. An object might have got stuck in the area around the roller brushes.
  • Page 87 Troubleshooting Fault Possible causes and rectification KOBOLD EB400 The Automatic A vacuumed object is blocking the brush of the Automatic Electric AUTOMATIC ELECTRIC BRUSH Electric Brush Brush. switches itself off, • Switch the device off and unplug the mains plug from the the operating dis- socket.
  • Page 88 • Clean the dosage container and brush as described in chapter reduced. “3.2.2 Cleaning the Kobold VF200 Carpet Freshener after use” on page 39. The dosage of Kobosan active may not have been sufficient, or the properties of your carpet make it unsuitable for cleaning with the Carpet Freshener.
  • Page 89 Check whether the cloth holder has been inserted and latched into the DuoClean correctly. It is possible that original cleaning cloths were not used. • Only use original Kobold cleaning cloths. The joint connector • Remove the blockage with a suitable tool (e.g. screw driver, of the DuoClean is crochet hook).
  • Page 90 Troubleshooting Fault Possible causes and rectification KOBOLD SP530 The DuoClean Moisture has been sucked in. DUOCLEAN switches off on its • Switch off the Upright Vacuum Cleaner. own, the operating • After the device has dried completely, switch on the Upright Vacuum display light Cleaner and close the secondary air flap of the DuoClean.
  • Page 91 Troubleshooting Fault Possible causes and rectification KOBOLD SP530 The vacuuming It is possible that the sealing lip frames are dirty and jammed. DUOCLEAN result of the • Remove and clean the sealing lip frames as described in chapter DuoClean is “4.4.1 Checking and cleaning the sealing lip frame”...
  • Page 92 Troubleshooting Fault Possible causes and rectification KOBOLD SP530 The DuoClean It is possible that the cleaning cloth has been moistened unevenly. DUOCLEAN cleans edges • Repeat the cleaning process with a new cleaning cloth. insufficiently. • When moistening the cleaning cloth, ensure an equal distribu- tion of the liquid.
  • Page 93 Troubleshooting Fault Possible causes and rectification KOBOLD SP530 The floor is getting It is possible that the cleaning cloth was moistened excessively. DUOCLEAN too wet. • Please observe the dosing instructions. • If required, remove residual liquid quantities with a dry cleaning cloth in a second cleaning step.
  • Page 94 Troubleshooting Fault Possible causes and rectification KOBOLD PB440 The Electric The Electric Upholstery Brush was connected to the TR15 ELECTRIC UPHOLSTERY Upholstery Brush Telescopic Tube or a Suction Hose without the power cord. BRUSH will not operate. • Connect the Electric Upholstery Brush to an Electric Suction Hose.
  • Page 95 Troubleshooting Fault Possible causes and rectification KOBOLD FD15 The wings of the • Reattach the wings. FLEXO NOZZLE Flexo Nozzle are unhooked. If the fault cannot be rectified, please contact Vorwerk’s customer service department (see chapter “8 Services” on page 99).

  • Page 96: Disposal And Environmental Protection

    Disposal and environmental protection DISPOSAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION Device disposal As an owner of an electric and electronic device, it is not permitted by law (under Directive 2012/19/EC of the European Parliament and Council of 4 July 2012 on elec- tric and electronic devices, and the Electrics and Electronics Act of 16 March 2005) to dispose of this device or its electric/electronic accessories via unsorted domes- tic waste.

  • Page 97: Information On Environmental Protection

    Disposal and environmental protection Information on environmental protection Preserving nature and protecting the environment: At Vorwerk, environmental protection is an important company objective. LESS PACKAGING We use only environmentally friendly material, which is recycled if disposed of correctly. We are actively involved in cutting back on waste packaging during the development stages and are committed to its disposal and recycling.
  • Page 98 Disposal and environmental protection REUSABLE MATERIAL The material for our products can nearly be completely recycled. We largely avoid using PVC. When manufacturing our products, we use “sorted” materials: The substances used can later be separated accordingly at modern facilities with- out much energy expenditure.

  • Page 99: Warranty

    Warranty, Services WARRANTY Any warranty services can be found in the order note or purchase contract. SERVICES Either in person with your customer representative or at the service centre www.vorwerk.co.uk...

  • Page 100: Technical Details

    EN 60312 Weight Approx. 3 kg (without accessories) Dimensions Height approx. 15 cm; width approx. 21 cm; length approx. 85/109 cm Noise emission 78 dB(A) re 1 pW sound power level with Kobold EB400 Automatic Electric Brush according to EN 60704-2-1...
  • Page 101 800 RPM Weight 1.8 kg Dimensions Height: approx. 7 cm (with horizontal joint) Width: approx. 30 cm Length: approx. 35 cm (with horizontal joint) Noise emission 78 dB(A) re 1pW sound power level with Kobold VK200 according to EN 60704-2-1...
  • Page 102 Weight 1.8 kg Dimensions Height: approx. 11 cm (with horizontal joint) Width: approx. 35 cm Length: approx. 35 cm (with horizontal joint) Noise emission 87 dB(A) re 1pW sound power level with Kobold VK200 according to EN 60704-2-1...
  • Page 103 Height: approx. 12 cm (with horizontal joint) Width: approx. 31 cm Length: approx. 36 cm (with horizontal joint) Noise emission 87 dB(A) re 1pW sound power level with Kobold VK200 Upright Vacuum Cleaner based on EN 60704-2-1 on smooth tiles...
  • Page 104 Height: Approx. 5.5 cm Width: Approx. 25 cm Length: Approx. 20 cm Noise emission 82 dB(A) re1 pW sound power level with Kobold VK200 Upright Vacuum Cleaner based on EN 60704-2-1 on upholstery fabric 85 dB(A) re1 pW sound power level with Kobold VK200 Upright...

  • Page 105: Eu Energy Label Classification

    Manufacturer/supplier Vorwerk Elektrowerke GmbH & Co. KG, UPRIGHT VACUUM CLEANER Wuppertal, Germany IN COMBINATION WITH Model Kobold VK200 Upright Vacuum Cleaner with KOBOLD EB400 EB400 Automatic Electric Brush AUTOMATIC ELECTRIC BRUSH Energy efficiency class Indicative annual energy 21.4 kWh/year based on 50 cleaning cycles. The...
  • Page 109 VK200 UPRIGHT VACUUM CLEANER Choose quality Vorwerk quality ORIGINAL Q UA L I T Y Vorwerk UK Limited Ashurst Manor Church Lane, Sunninghill, Ascot, Berkshire SL5 7DD United Kingdom...

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