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

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    4.2.3 Removing the power cord from 3.2.1 Carpet cleaning with the the Kobold VK200 Upright Vacuum Kobold VF200 Carpet Freshener . . 35 Cleaner ....75 3.2.2 Cleaning the Kobold VF200 Carpet...
  • Page 3 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 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 SUITABILITY OF THE ACCESSORY HEADS FOR FLOORS Carpet type Kobold EB400 Kobold VF200 Kobold SP530 Automatic Electric Brush Carpet Freshener DuoClean • Loop pile carpeting • Velour carpeting – • Berber carpeting• Deep-pile carpeting (> 1.5 cm) – – • Light, loose carpets • Silk carpeting • Sisal carpeting •...

  • 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 For your safety KOBOLD VK200 UPRIGHT VACUUM CLEANER The Upright Vacuum Cleaner is solely intended for removing dust within domestic areas. This also includes use for typical household applications in shops, offices and similar work environments, agricultural operations, by customers in hotels, motels and similar living environments and in bed and breakfast operations.
  • Page 9 For your safety 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.
  • Page 12 • Never use the Kobold SP530 DuoClean without the cleaning cloth. The device complies with the safety regulations of the country where it was sold by an authorised Vorwerk organisation. If the device is used in a different country, compliance with local safety standards cannot be guaranteed. Therefore, Vorwerk...

  • 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: Power Cord

    A yellow collar is included with your Kobold VK200 Upright Vacuum Cleaner. Please follow the below instructions to attach the power cord correctly. Before using the Kobold VK200 Upright Vacuum Cleaner for the first time, attach the power cord as follows: 1. Push down on the clamping lever Pull the telescopic handle out slightly.
  • Page 16 Once it is inserted, leave the power cord in the device permanently. Only remove the power cord if you need to replace it (see chapter “4.2.3 Removing the power cord from the Kobold VK200 Upright Vacuum Cleaner” on page 75).
  • Page 17 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 18: 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 19: 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 20 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 21: 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 22: 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 23 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 24: 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 25 Getting started 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.

  • Page 26: 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 27: 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 28: Operation

    Cleaning and vacuuming 3.4 on page 53 Upholstery Brush mattresses with Lavenia combined with Kobold MP440/MR440 Mattress Cleaning Set Additional accessories Vacuuming surfaces, corners, 3.6 on page 61 joints etc. of furniture Fig. 3.1 Kobold VK200 Upright Vacuum Cleaner and accessory heads...
  • Page 29 Operation Kobold EB400 Automatic Electric Brush The Automatic Electric Brush performs equally well on carpets and hard floors. For especially thorough carpet cleaning, the Automatic Electric Brush has its own motor that drives the integrated roller brush. Figure 3.2 shows the Automatic Electric Brush and its operating elements.

  • Page 30: Operating Display And Floor Mode

    Operation 3.1.1 Operating display and floor mode Four operating methods are at your disposal for the floor cleaning with the Automatic Electric Brush. The respective operating mode is shown on the display: LED-Display Operating mode Automatic hard floor mode Bar lit continuously The EB400 Automatic Electric Brush has automatically detected a hard floor and has changed into hard floor mode...

  • Page 31: Floor Cleaning

    Operation MANUALLY SWITCHING BETWEEN HARD FLOOR/CARPET MODE You can also set the floor mode manually using the function key on the handle of the Vacuum System. • Select the correct power performance level for your floor according to “Table 3.1 Settings for the floor types” on page 33. •...
  • Page 32 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 33 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 34: Combination With Older Vacuum Cleaner Models

    Automatic Electric Brush to the power setting and lay the Upright Vacuum Cleaner flat on the floor. If you set the Kobold VK200 Upright Vacuum Cleaner to the standby position in between, the rotating brush shuts off automatically.

  • Page 35: 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 Kobold EB400 Automatic Electric Brush”...
  • Page 36 “8 Services” on page 99). Fig. 3.9 Kobosan active 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.
  • Page 37 Operation Note! Risk of damage from improper use! • Prior to application, check an unobtrusive location of the carpet for colour fastness with Kobosan active. • Do not use the Kobold VF200 Carpet Freshener on rug fringes since they could be damaged. •...
  • Page 38 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 39 Operation 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 40). REPLACING THE ACCESSORY HEAD •...

  • Page 40: Cleaning The Kobold Vf200 Carpet Freshener After Use

    • Never use cleaning agents, solvents or alcohol to clean the Kobold VF200 Carpet Freshener. • Before cleaning, take the Carpet Freshener off the Kobold VK200 Upright Vacuum Cleaner. • Never clean the entire device under running water since water may remain in the device.
  • Page 41 Operation The dosage container can only be removed after dosage is deactivated (see “Fig. 3.11 Inserting the dosage container” on page 37). • Remove the dosage roller from the container. However, this is only neces- sary if it is very dirty (see chapter “4 Maintenance” on page 69). •...

  • Page 42: Kobold Sp530 Duoclean

    Operation Kobold SP530 DuoClean The Kobold SP530 DuoClean enables vacuum cleaning and wet cleaning of hard floors in only one step – with significant savings in time and effort. Additionally, the DuoClean offers the possibility of buffing/cleaning with a dry cloth. The DuoClean cleans hard floors particularly efficiently.

  • Page 43: Accessories For The Kobold

    Operation 3.3.1 Accessories for the Kobold SP530 DuoClean KOBOCLEAN The concentrated cleaning agent Koboclean is suitable for cleaning various types of sealed hard floors. Thanks to its high cleaning power, even stubborn dirt can be removed reliably. Koboclean satisfies all requirements regarding environmental compatibility and biodegradability.
  • Page 44 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 45: Switching The Kobold Sp530

    Operation 3.3.2 Switching the Kobold SP530 DuoClean on/off Warning! Risk of electric shock! • 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! •...
  • Page 46 Operation SWITCHING ON To switch on the DuoClean, the Upright Vacuum Cleaner must be switched on first: • Switch the vacuum cleaner to the power performance level auto. The LED display marked with “ON” on the DuoClean will light up green, and the DuoClean will be ready to operate.
  • Page 47 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 48 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. because you have used an incorrect quantity of water.
  • Page 49 Operation For wet cleaning, the cleaning cloth should be moistened before use. The SP530 Dosing Bottle is specially designed for simple, fast and hygienic moistening of cloths enabling an exact application of the water quantity and the concentrated cleaning agent Koboclean. 500 ml 5 ml MOISTENING THE CLEANING CLOTH...
  • Page 50 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 51 • Switch off the Kobold SP530 DuoClean before lifting it. Note! Risk of damage from improper use! • If the device hooks into objects or gets jammed, the Kobold VK200 Upright Vacuum Cleaner should be switched off immediately in order to prevent damage.
  • Page 52 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 53: Cleaning Upholstery With The

    Operation 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 54 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 55: Cleaning Mattresses With The

    Operation 3.4.2 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 56 Operation Lavenia can also be obtained through an online shop at www.vorwerk.co.uk Note! Risk of damage as a result of incompatible cleaning agents! • Test the colour fastness of the mattress against Lavenia at an incon- spicuous spot before application.
  • Page 57 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 58 Operation • Lay the Mattress Freshener MP440 with the nubbed disc flat onto the mattress, without a lot of pressure, in order to evenly distribute Lavenia over the entire surface. 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.
  • Page 59 Operation CLEANING THE MATTRESS FRESHENER MP440 AND MATTRESS VACUUMER MR440 AFTER USE • 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”...

  • Page 60: Kobold Ess200

    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 61: Kobold Tr15 Telescopic Tube

    CONNECTING THE KOBOLD TR15 TELESCOPIC TUBE To use the Telescopic Tube, the Electric Suction Hose must be connected to the Kobold VK200 Upright Vacuum Cleaner. • Insert the adaptor of the Telescopic Tube into the handle of the Electric...
  • Page 62 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 63: Kobold Vd15 Variable Nozzle

    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 64 Connect the Drilling Dust Attachment to the tip of the Kobold VD15 Variable Nozzle. • Switch on the Kobold VK200 Upright Vacuum Cleaner. • Place the Drilling Dust Attachment with the back seal against the wall. Due to the suction force of the Upright Vacuum Cleaner, the Drilling Dust Attach- ment will adhere to the wall by itself, provided it is completely even.

  • Page 65: Kobold Sd15 Soft Nozzle

    Operation 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. The Soft Nozzle is especially well-suited to vacuum uneven surfaces such as key- boards, bookshelves, lampshades and all types of furniture surfaces.

  • Page 66: Kobold Fd15 Flexo Nozzle

    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 67 Operation For more functions, only use individual parts of the Flexo Nozzle depending on the intended use: KOBOLD FD15 FLEXO NOZZLE – TOP PART You would like to vacuum dust, threads and hair from upholstery, fabrics or the inside of your car? Then remove the cleaning plate from the Flexo Nozzle. •...
  • Page 68 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 69 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 70: Spare Parts And Consumable Materials

    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.

  • Page 71: 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 72 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 73: Kobold Vk200 Motor Protection Filter

    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 74 The Motor protection filter can be purchased from the Mail Order Hotline (see chapter “8 Services” on page 99). Fig. 4.6 Removing the motor protection filter Motor protection filters can also be obtained at our online shop at www.vorwerk.co.uk...

  • Page 75: Cleaner

    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 76: Kobold Eb400 Automatic Electric Brush

    Maintenance Kobold EB400 Automatic Electric Brush Warning! Risk of electric shock! • 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.
  • Page 77 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 78: Kobold Sp530 Duoclean

    Maintenance Roller brushes can also be obtained at our online shop at www.vorwerk.co.uk Kobold SP530 DuoClean Warning! Risk of electric shock! • Always switch the device off before all retrofitting, cleaning and main- tenance work. Before cleaning and maintenance work, also disconnect the mains plug from the socket.

  • Page 79: Checking And Cleaning The Sealing Lip Frame

    Maintenance 4.4.1 Checking and cleaning the sealing lip frame 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 removed from the Kobold SP530 DuoClean.

  • Page 80: Checking The Suction Channel

    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 81: Kobold Pb440 Electric Upholstery Brush And Mattress Cleaning Set Mp440/Mr440

    Maintenance Kobold PB440 Electric Upholstery Brush and Mattress Cleaning Set MP440/MR440 Warning! Risk of electric shock! • 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 82 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 83: Additional Accessories

    Maintenance CLEANING THE MATTRESS VACUUMER MR440 Lavenia may get stuck between the rubber beater bars of the Mattress Vacuumer. • Vacuum up Lavenia residue with the Electric Suction Hose, Flexo Nozzle or Soft Nozzle. Never wet clean the entire device. If it is very dirty, you can remove the beater unit from the Mattress Vacuumer for separate wet cleaning: •...

  • Page 84: Troubleshooting

    The device is already in use: Possibly the device has overheated. • Pull out the mains plug. • Let the device cool down and try again. If the fault still continues to occur: • Contact the Vorwerk customer service (see chapter “8 Services” on page 99).
  • Page 85 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 86 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 protection filter” on page 73). The Upright After prolonged use, with high ambient temperature or when the Vacuum Cleaner...
  • Page 87 Troubleshooting Fault Possible causes and rectification KOBOLD EB400 The Automatic AUTOMATIC ELECTRIC BRUSH The roller brush is not mounted on the TORX® cam of the Electric Brush is gear mechanism. too loud. • Check if the roller brush is correctly inserted and mount it on the TORX®...
  • Page 88 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 89 Troubleshooting Fault Possible causes and rectification KOBOLD VF200 The cleaning per- There may be cleaning residue from a previous carpet cleaning in CARPET FRESHENER formance of the the device, preventing proper functioning of the Carpet Carpet Freshener Freshener. is significantly •...
  • Page 90 Troubleshooting Fault Possible causes and rectification KOBOLD SP530 The DuoClean It is possible that the motor is overstrained. DUOCLEAN switches off on its • Switch off the Upright Vacuum Cleaner. own, the operating • Let the motor cool down. display light “ON” •...
  • Page 91 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 92 Troubleshooting Fault Possible causes and rectification KOBOLD SP530 The secondary air It is possible that the holding magnet is dirty. DUOCLEAN flap does not close/ • Clean the surface of the magnet. does not remain closed. The DuoClean It is possible that the supporting feet touch the floor. causes streaks/ •...
  • Page 93 Troubleshooting Fault Possible causes and rectification KOBOLD SP530 Streaks are It is possible that the cleaning agent has been overdosed. DUOCLEAN forming. • Repeat the cleaning process with a new cleaning cloth and clear water. It is possible that there are residual quantities of old care products and cleaning agents on the floor.
  • 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 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). Fig. 5.8 Reinserting the wings...

  • Page 96: Disposal And Environmental Protection

    If you nevertheless wish to dispose of the packaging, you can do this at any time and without limitation via your local council facilities (waste paper skip, yellow skip, recycling depot, waste paper collection etc.). To this end, Vorwerk commis- sions legally authorised licensees. If you have any questions, please contact your...

  • Page 97: Information On Environmental Protection

    We are actively involved in cutting back on waste packaging during the development stages and are committed to its disposal and recycling. SAVING ENERGY Vorwerk products protect the environment: They only use a small amount of energy with high suction performance. ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY PRODUCTION We attach a great deal of importance to environmental protection when manufac- turing our products.
  • 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 Customer Services www.vorwerk.co.uk...

  • Page 100: Technical Details

    Technical details TECHNICAL DETAILS Kobold VK200-1 Upright Vacuum Cleaner KOBOLD VK200 Safety signs UPRIGHT VACUUM CLEANER Housing High-grade recyclable thermoformed plastic Motor Maintenance-free reluctance motor with ball bearings and electronic performance control at a nominal rotation speed of 60,000 RPM...
  • Page 101 800 RPM Weight Approx. 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 Approx. 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 106 EU energy label classification...
  • 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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