17-18 Notes Disposal information Thank you for purchasing your Russell Hobbs Refresh & Clean Carpet Wleaner. To get the best from your new cleaner, take a few moments to read these instructions, and keep them in a safe place for future reference.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE WARNING: • It is hazardous for anyone other than a competent person to carry out any service or repair operation that involves the removal of a cover which gives protection against exposure to electrical parts.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE WARNING: • Keep the appliance out of reach of children when it is energized or cooling down. • Do not operate this appliance for anything other than its intended use.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE WARNING: • Do not let the cord hang over the edge of the worktop, or touch hot surfaces. • Never remove parts from the appliance such as the screws and so on.
CARPET WASHER FEATURE DIAGRAM 1. Handle 10. Dirty water tank 2. Carry Handle 11. Brush bar (not visible) 3. On/Off Switch 12. Clean water release trigger 4. Clean water tank cap 13. Power cord tidy 5. Clean water tank release handle 14.
CARPET WASHER ASSEMBLY Assembling Your Carpet Washer Note: Do not plug the power cord into an electrical outlet until the machine is fully assembled. You will need a cross-head screwdriver 1. Carefully unpack all components and set aside the packaging. 2.
HELPFUL HINTS FOR CLEANING CARPET: Use only the cleaning solution recommended by Russell Hobbs with this carpet washer. Do not over-saturate the carpet with cleaning solution while using the carpet washer.
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Fill remainder of clean water tank with warm tap water (max 40°C). Replace cap. IMPORTANT: Use only carpet cleaning solution recommended by Russell Hobbs. Using incorrect cleaning solutions may cause excess foaming. Excessive foam will prevent the machine from working effectively.
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USING YOUR CARPET WASHER Start to use your Carpet Washer 1. Plug the cord into the electrical socket. Turn on the machine by using the on/off switch located on the side of the machine. IMPORTANT: Never leave unit unattended with power on. Turn off when emptying and filling tanks.
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USING YOUR CARPET WASHER Emptying your Carpet Washer 1. When you have finished cleaning, or when the dirty water tank is full, remove the dirty water tank by pressing the release tab behind the handle [Fig. 5] Fig. 5 2. Twist the dirty water tank outlet cap to the left and remove, empty, rinse and replace the tank.
CLEANING THE FILTERS AFTER CLEANING: Allow the carpet to dry completely. Try not to walk on the carpet until it is dry. If it is necessary to walk on the carpet, place white towels on the areas to be walked on. If the carpet is not dry and the furniture must be placed back in the room, use plastic or foil under the furniture to prevent staining the carpet.
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CLEANING THE FILTERS Cleaning the Pre-Motor Filter To access the pre-motor filter, remove the dirty water tank. The filter is located in the base unit [Fig. x]. Rinse with warm water and allow it to dry before reuse or storage. NOTE: Do not store the cleaner with solution in the clean water tank or dirty water in the dirty water tank.
PROBLEM SOLVING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION 1. Not properly plugged into 1. Plug in firmly. outlet. Reset circuit breaker or Cleaner Won’t No electricity in wall outlet replace the fuse. On/Off switch not turned on. 3. Push on/off switch to on. Blown fuse/tripped breaker.
GUARANTEE AND CUSTOMER SERVICES At Russell Hobbs, we take all our customer feedback seriously. Feel free to contact our Product Care Team, on 0345 209 7461 Monday – Friday: 8am-8pm & Saturday: 9am – 1pm, who will be more than happy to assist you.
SPARE PARTS To order carpet cleaning solution and to check the availability spare parts, please contact our friendly Customer Services team on: 0345 209 7461 Opening times: Monday - Friday 8am – 8pm & Saturday 9am – 1pm Or visit us at www.productcare.co.uk...
CONNECTION TO THE MAINS SUPPLY WARNING- THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED This appliance is designed to operate from a mains supply of 220-240V~ 50/60Hz. Check that the voltage marked on the product corresponds with your supply voltage. This product is fitted with a 13A plug complying with BS1363. If this plug is unsuitable or needs to be replaced, refer to customer services.
CONNECTION TO THE MAINS SUPPLY For UK use only – PLUG • As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this appliance may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows: •...
Model: RHCC5001 Made by G2S Ltd under license. G2S Limited, Wigan, WN2 4AY Russell Hobbs is the registered trademark of Spectrum Brands (UK) Ltd. This symbol is known as the 'Crossed-out wheelie bin Symbol'. When this symbol is marked on a product/batteries, it means that the product/batteries should not be disposed of with your general household waste.