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Vacuum Cleaner For Household Use Only Model No.: SL163E Rev 1 Note: The specifications and/or components of this appliance are subject to change without prior notice. If the Hose, Floor Head or any Accessories should fail during use, please call 1300 105 888 for an immediate replacement.
Warnings Before using this appliance, read and follow all warnings and instructions in this manual, even if you are familiar with this product. 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 have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
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For electrical safety, any repairs to the product must be performed by a qualified electrical person only, or the product must be disposed of. DO NOT misuse the cord. Never pull the appliance by the cord or pull to disconnect it from the outlet.
DO use only as described in this manual. Use only manufacturer's recommended attachments. DO Keep cord away from heated surfaces. DO Keep all openings free of dust, lint. hair, and anything that may reduce airflow. DO use extra care when vacuuming on stairs. DO keep your work area well lit.
Components Dust Canister Upholstery Tool Carry Handle Crevice / Brush Small Turbo Head Telescopic Tube Large Turbo Floor Head (Carpet Only) Hose Coupling Flexible Hose Power On – Off Button Hose Handle Exhaust Grille Standard Floor Head Cord Rewind Button Note: The specifications and/or components of this appliance are subject to change without prior notice Page 6 of 20...
Assembly Method Please Note: Always remove the plug from the power socket before fitting or removing accessories. Ensure all Filters are fitted and fitted correctly before using. Fitting Flexible Hose Align the two tabs on the side of the hose coupling with the two slots in the vacuum cleaner Hose Connector hole, then push the hose coupling all the way into the Hose Connector hole.
Tools Crevice tool with Swivel Brush Crevice tool is for cleaning furniture and into • corners. Brush attachment can be used for general • applications Upholstery Tool • The Upholstery tool is used for cleaning sofas and curtains, etc. Power and Power Cord Before using the appliance, pull to unwind the cord fully up to the yellow •...
Suction Relief Slide The Suction Relief Valve is used for easy, temporary reduction of the vacuum cleaner suction at the floor head. Slide the Suction Control Slide to the open position to reduce the suction power and then slide close to revert back to full suction power at the floor head. Floor Head The floor head is adjustable to suit either hard floors or carpets.
10 Large Turbo Floor Head – For Carpet Only IMPORTANT: Keep Fingers, Hair and all other body parts away from the floor head / rotary brush when in use as injury may occur. This Turbo Floor Head was designed to be used on carpet only. Do not use it on hard floor surfaces The Turbo floor head has a rotary brush which can be used for vacuuming difficult debris such as pet hair.
11 Small Turbo Head IMPORTANT: Keep Fingers, Hair and all other body parts away from the head / rotary brush when in use as injury may occur DO NOT use on pets or people. The Small Turbo head has a rotary brush which can be used for vacuuming difficult debris such as pet hair off furniture and car seats etc.
12 Safety Devices Operation NOTE: The motor has an overheating protection device built in. It will automatically switch off power to the motor if it overheats. e.g. from blocked nozzles, full dust Canister or uncleaned and blocked filters. If this happens, turn off the vacuum cleaner and unplug from the power socket, clean blockage and / or filters and allow to rest for at least 60 minutes which should be enough time for the motor to cool down.
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During emptying of the dust canister, the outer lower post should be • removed so as to clean away any hair and debris that may be wrapped around the inner post. To remove, whilst the dust canister trap door is open, hold the dust •...
To refit the dust canister lower clear section, line up the tab on the side • of the lid with the Open padlock symbol on the dust canister, push the top and bottom canister components together then rotate the dust canister lower clear section clockwise until it locks in place and the tab is located above to locked padlock symbol as shown.
IMPORTANT! Never use the vacuum cleaner with wet or damp filters or without ALL filters fitted. Using wet or damp filters will damage the filters, may cause serious damage to the vacuum cleaner and will void your warranty. 14.1.1 Main Filter Remove the Dust Canister as described previously.
Note: Only clean the white filter if it is very dirty, otherwise just tap the edge of the filter on a hard surface to dislodge any dust and remove any large debris. If washing, wash the filter in warm mild soapy water, rinse in clean fresh cold water and let completely dry.
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Remove the grill by pushing down the clips to unlatch and pull forward to expose the filter. To remove the Filter, push the small handle (1) inward to unlatch. Then swing out (2), then pull out (3). Note: Only wash the filter if it is very dirty, otherwise just tap the edge of the filter on a hard surface to dislodge any dust and remove any large debris.
14.2 Cleaning the Vacuum Cleaner Body and Tools Do not clean the vacuum cleaner, components or accessories using petrol or any other flammable liquid or solvents, etc. Clean only the outside of the vacuum cleaner. Use only a moist cloth and mild detergent for cleaning the vacuum cleaner, components and accessories.
16 Troubleshooting Clean the Filters and empty the Dust Canister Noisy operation Check for partial blockages and unblock. Clean the Filters and empty the Dust Canister. Check for blockages and unblock Suction Not Strong Check that the Suction Relief Valve on the hose handle is closed.
17 Warranty Against Defect 12 Month Warranty Thank you for your purchase from Kmart. Kmart Australia Ltd warrants your new product to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for the period stated above, from the date of purchase, provided that the product is used in accordance with accompanying recommendations or instructions...
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