Vorwerk Kobold System VK 140 User's Manual & Instructions

Vorwerk Kobold System VK 140 User's Manual & Instructions

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Vorwerk Folletto s.r.l.
Capitale Euro 3.000.000
Via Ludovico di Breme, 33
20156 Milano
Numero verde 800-014457
Codice Fiscale 04029500966
Vorwerk Folletto
è presente su Internet all'indirizzo
www.folletto.it
CODE 22857 - GIUGNO08 - COPIES 100.000
PRINTED ON ECOLOGICAL PAPER.
PARTIAL OR TOTAL REPRODUCTION OF THE TEXT AND IMAGES IS FORBIDDEN.
GIUGNO08
Kobold
System
VK 140

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  • Page 1 Vorwerk Folletto s.r.l. GIUGNO08 Capitale Euro 3.000.000 Via Ludovico di Breme, 33 20156 Milano Numero verde 800-014457 Codice Fiscale 04029500966 Vorwerk Folletto è presente su Internet all’indirizzo www.folletto.it CODE 22857 - GIUGNO08 - COPIES 100.000 Kobold PRINTED ON ECOLOGICAL PAPER.
  • Page 2: Dear Customer

    Never vacuum up glowing ash underlines once again the attention of maintenance. or smouldering cigarette ends. Vorwerk to the evolution of its Patrizio Barsotti Do not clean your appliance or Use your Kobold VK 140 products for the customer satisfaction.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Assembly & Use on carpets and mattresses Assembling & Disassembling Declaration of conformity: The producer, Vorwerk Elektrowerke GmbH & Co. KG, declares that all the motors Use on carpets described in this manual are in conformity to all the laws and rules applicable to the “Soft function”...
  • Page 4: Vorwerk And The Environment

    Non-floor cleaning accessories Our instruction manuals are Technical specifications The Green Dot Vorwerk is a member of the Dual printed on FFC-bleached paper. Assembly & Use System (Green Dot). We Working with the Tiger 260 participate in the elimination of Parking &...
  • Page 5: A History Of Improving The Quality Of Life

    From the outset, the support. truly up to the job, and that now Vorwerk saw this as the only way counts hundreds of thousand of demonstrating the uniqueness advisors all over the world,...
  • Page 6: The Kobold System

    Kobold has developed a new and This was the situation when action capable of cleaning carpets exclusive generation of special filter Vorwerk began introducing like never before. New accessories that reduce the allergic potential of innovations in the thirties. The...
  • Page 7: The New Filtering System

    The new filtering system Filtration Efficiency Optimized Dust Capacity was designed (HEPA, High Efficiency Kobold VK 140 to be compact and lightweight and Particulate Air Filter) extremely easy to handle, and even The filtration efficiency of filter elements is evaluated by the designed to have great dust Filtrello Premium FP 40 European standard EN1822.
  • Page 8: Hygiene And Allergy

    Highest filtration efficiency accumulating. Vorwerk has fitted This data of the performance Odour filtration of the filterbag have been its appliances with a state of the a...
  • Page 9: Kobold Vk 140 With Hd 40

    It took years of research to obtain MAINS LEAD an appliance that, worthy of the great tradition, integrates HANDLE Vorwerk all these features: MAIN ON/OFF AND POWER SETTING SWITCH high suction power in a very quiet product; high energy efficiency...
  • Page 10: Technical Specifications

    Technical specifications Technical specifications For quick and easy cleaning of hard floors, waxed floors, parquet or ceramic tiles Kobold VK 140 with HD 40 where an effective, manageable electric Technical specifications broom is needed, use the 40; connected to the 140, it is extremely agile on all kinds of floors.
  • Page 11: Assembly & Use

    Assembly & Use Assembly & Use By winding the mains cord, make sure that it is rolled in the same direction as shown in Kobold VK 140 with HD 40 the picture. Assembly & Use (FIGURE 10) Doing otherwise you might damage the cable.
  • Page 12: Handling And Telescoping The Kobold Vk 140

    Assembly & Use Assembly & Use Handling and telescoping Making the appliance ready the Kobold VK 140 for operation With the integrated grip handles, you can Remove the mains cord from the lead comfortably transport the holder by turning the hook downwards. Kobold VK 140, use it on stairs and mattresses, and clean...
  • Page 13: Using The Kobold Vk 140 With The Hd 40

    Assembly & Use Assembly & Use Parking, transporting and storage Using the Kobold VK 140 with the HD 40 of the Kobold VK 140 To assemble, insert the into Parking A fundamental feature for storing the Kobold VK 140 the joint nozzle of the nozzle until it is the parking position, clicks into place.
  • Page 14: Maintenance

    Maintenance Maintenance Changing the filter bag Kobold VK 140 with HD 40 and inserting the Dovina Maintenance fragrance chip Press the yellow release button. (FIGURE 22) In the all the filter system is Kobold VK 140 integrated in the Filterbag thus changing it will renew the entire filtering system.
  • Page 15: Inserting New Filter Bags

    Maintenance Maintenance Ensure both filter bag corners are tucked Inserting new filter bags within the green supports. Press the fragrance chip into the (FIGURE 30) Dovina new filter bag plastic plate. (FIGURE 26) Small parts, like the Dovina fragrance chips, must be kept out of children’s reach. Finally, close the filter cassette back onto FIGURE 26 FIGURE 30...
  • Page 16: Caring For The Motor Protection Filter

    Maintenance Maintenance Do not reuse filter bags otherwise you lose the allergy reducing performance. Before doing any maintenance, Only original Vorwerk filterbags disconnect the appliance from the mains guarantee the allergy reducing supply by removing the plug. performance. If the filter bag breaks, clean the filter compartment and the motor protection filter thoroughly.
  • Page 17: Maintenance Of The Hd 40

    Maintenance Spare parts & consumables Maintenance of the HD 40 Kobold VK 140 with HD 40 If the becomes clogged while using HD 40 140, open the transparent Spare parts & consumables hatch on the upper side of the brush and Kobold VK remove the blockage, then close the hatch again.
  • Page 18: Kobold Vk 140 With Eb 360

    HEPA filter system MAINS LEAD that, worthy of the great which sets a new level of filtering tradition, integrates all these Vorwerk performance and easiness in HANDLE features: maintenance. As well as saving time and effort,...
  • Page 19: Assembly & Use

    Assembly & Use Assembly & Use By winding the mains cord, make sure that it is rolled in the same direction as shown in Kobold VK 140 with EB 360 the picture. Assembly & Use (FIGURE 6) To get the ready for use, fit Pay attention to possible damages to the Kobold VK 140...
  • Page 20: Making The Appliance Ready For Operation

    Assembly & Use Assembly & Use Handling and telescoping Making the appliance the Kobold VK 140 ready for operation With the integrated grip handles, you can Remove the mains cord from the cable comfortably transport the holder by turning downwards. Insert the Kobold VK 140, use it on stairs and mattresses, and clean...
  • Page 21: Maintenance

    Assembly & Use Assembly & Use Parking, transporting and storage Kobold VK 140 with EB 360 of the Kobold VK 140 Maintenance In the all the filter system is Parking Kobold VK 140 integrated in the Filterbag thus changing it In the parking position, the Electronic will renew the entire filtering system.
  • Page 22: Changing The Filter Bag And Inserting The Dovina Fragrance Chip

    Maintenance Maintenance Changing the filter bag Inserting new filter bags Press the Dovina fragrance chip into the and inserting the Dovina new filter bag plastic plate. fragrance chip Press the yellow release button. (FIGURE 23) (FIGURE 19) Small parts, like the Dovina fragrance chips, must be kept out of children’s reach.
  • Page 23: Caring For The Motor Protection Filter

    Do not reuse filter bags. Due to the blocked pores, the Kobold VK 140 loses performance and can overheat. Do not reuse filter bags otherwise you lose the allergy reducing performance. Only original Vorwerk filter bags guarantees the allergy reducing performance.
  • Page 24: Replacing The Front Panel Of The Appliance

    Maintenance Spare parts & consumables Kobold VK 140 with EB 360 Spare parts & consumables If the filter bag breaks, clean the filter compartment and the motor protection filter thoroughly. If the motor protection filter is very soiled, replace it. Then change the filter bag.
  • Page 25: Description & Features

    Description & features Description & features The innovative is a deep in the mattress and EB 360 considerably reducing the EB 360 multifunctional appliance. Coupled with the quantity of allergens. Description & features Kobold VK 140, it’s perfect for cleaning and caring for mattresses, carpets, rugs.
  • Page 26: Technical Specifications

    Technical specifications Assembly & Use EB 360 EB 360 Technical specifications Assembly & Use on c rpets nd m ttresses Appliance usable exclusively when connected to Kobold appliances Assembling & Disassembling Simply insert the into the Connects to the Kobold through a practical connection system. Kobold VK 140 joint nozzle of the Electronic Brush until it clicks into place.
  • Page 27: Use On Carpets

    Assembly & Use Assembly & Use Use on carpets “Soft” Function To clean carpets and rugs, the soft function is designed to EB 360 EB 360 should be fitted with the bristle brushes. delicately clean and care for valuable carpets, and even fringed rugs. (FIGURE 6) To change the brushes, refer to chapter This function significantly reduces the...
  • Page 28 Assembly & Use Assembly & Use Use on mattresses To handle the on mattresses Kobold VK 140 you can adapt it as described in chapter Never run the Electronic Brush over the “Assembly and use - mains cord or other cables lying on the Kobold VK 140 Handling the appliances and telescoping”.
  • Page 29: Dry Clean With Freshener Kit Fk

    Assembly & Use Assembly & Use Dry clean with Freshener Kit FK 360 is the latest With the Freshener Kit FK 360 installed, accessory for the Freshener Kit FK 360 that when used the Kobold VK 140 vacuuming remains off. If EB 360 with on mattresses and...
  • Page 30: Kobosan Active For Carpets And Rugs

    Assembly & Use Assembly & Use Kobosan active for carpets and rugs Before refreshing your carpeted floor, clean Disconnect the plug from the it with the with bristle brushes. mains supply and replace the EB 360 Freshener Kit FK 360 with the Then fit the into the mattress brushes...
  • Page 31: Kobotex For Stain Removal

    Assembly & Use Assembly & Use EB 360 Assembly & Use on hard floors When using the EB 360 with brushes on carpets and rugs (especially fine velour), set the Kobold VK 140 suction power to automatic setting “ ” (FIGURE 33) To clean hard floors the should be...
  • Page 32: Maintenance

    Assembly & Use Maintenance Thanks to its rotating and tilting joint nozzle the reaches effortlessly EB 360 EB 360 hard-to-reach spots. Maintenance (FIGURE 38) From time to time we recommend checking if the is clean. EB 360 If the becomes clogged, open the EB 360 hatch on the bottom and remove the FIGURE 38...
  • Page 33: Worn Out Brushes

    Maintenance Spare parts & consumables Freshener Kit FK 360 Maintenance EB 360 Wash the drawer directly under cold or warm running water, retaining the brushes Spare parts & consumables to prevent water entering into the drive hole. It is also possible to remove the brushes from their respective drawers paying attention to replace them correctly (red bristles in drawer with red arrow).
  • Page 34: Pulilux Pl 515

    Description & features Description & features is a specific Pulilux PL 515 Pulilux PL 515 appliance for cleaning and the Polishing module maintaining hard floors. for waxed and parquet floors: polishing brushes on one side and Description & features polishing pads on the other, mainly Combining powerful all round for cleaning and efficiently perimeter suction with effective...
  • Page 35: Technical Specifications

    Technical specifications Assembly & Use Pulilux PL 515 Pulilux PL 515 Technical specifications Assembly & Use Fit the to the joint on the Appliance usable exclusively when connected to Kobold appliances. Kobold VK 140 Connects to the Kobold through a practical connection system. Pulilux PL 515.
  • Page 36: Hard Floor Module

    Assembly & Use Assembly & Use by thorough cleaning, apply the new wax following the manufacturer’s instructions. Allow the wax to dry completely, then Remove the brush unit by means of the polish the floor with the waxing brushes, yellow ring ( .
  • Page 37: Maintenance

    Maintenance Spare parts & consumables Pulilux PL 515 Pulilux PL 515 Maintenance Spare parts & consumables The two should Pulilux PL 515 modules never be washed, but can be easily cleaned using the accessories of the The brush units and housings can be Kobold VK 140.
  • Page 38: Polsterboy Pb 420

    Description & features Technical specifications Polsterboy PB 420 Polsterboy PB 420 Description & features Technical specifications CONNECTION Appliance usable exclusively when connected to Kobold appliances TO FLEXIBLE HOSE Connects to the Kobold through a specific flexible hose with electric cable. Voltage 230 V AC / 50 Hz Power absorption...
  • Page 39: Assembly & Use

    Assembly & Use Assembly & Use Polsterboy PB 420 Assembly & Use This appliance is designed for cleaning For cleaning deep in the crevices and sofas, armchairs, seats and upholstery in difficult corners of sofas and armchairs, set general, even in your car. the selector as shown in FIGURE 4 This concentrates the suction power in the...
  • Page 40: Maintenance

    Maintenance Spare parts & consumables Polsterboy PB 420 Polsterboy PB 420 Maintenance Spare parts & consumables Before doing any maintenance, disconnect the appliance from the mains supply by removing the plug. To clean or replace the brush set press the end of the suction nozzle in FIGURE 5.
  • Page 41: Tiger 260

    Store carefully. examination, repair or adjustment. Do not use outdoors otherwise Repair jobs on the Vorwerk electrical shock could occur. This appliances should only be undertaken vacuum cleaner must be used for by professionals. Faulty repairs or floor and room care only.
  • Page 42: Technical Specifications

    Overview Technical specifications Tiger 260 non-floor cleaning Tiger 260 accessories - Overview Canister-type vacuum cleaner Technical specifications Motor Maintenance-free universal motor, ball-bearing, electronic performance control, safeguarded with safety switch, nominal speed 37 500 rpm. max. Ventilator Single-stage radial ventilator Housing High-grade, recyclable plastic Electrical connection For 230 Volt a.c.
  • Page 43: Assembly & Use

    Assembly & Use Assembly & Use Tiger 260 Assembly & Use Working with the Tiger 260 Connecting the Electronic Brush and other accessories Push the electrical suction tube into the Connecting the suction hose Press the electrical suction hose onto the joint nozzle of the Electronic Brush or of suction socket of the until the...
  • Page 44 Assembly & Use Assembly & Use Tiger 260 Assembly & Use Switching on and off Winding up the connecting cable After your has been connected to The cable can be wound up without the the mains, the green ready-light on the Tiger 260 need of pressing an additional button.
  • Page 45: Parking & Transporting

    If no filter bag is inserted, the appliance automatically. The display is no longer yellow. hood cannot be closed. Always use Vorwerk original filter bags to ensure (FIGURE 20) FIGURE 17 optimum performance from your appliance. If no filter bag is inserted, the appliance hood closed.
  • Page 46: Using Attachments For Raised Areas

    Maintenance Maintenance After having been inserted, the Active Hygiene Microfilter Odour Filter has an effective life of one The red indicator on the appliance draws your attention to the fact that the Hygiene year, depending on how it is used. The Hygiene Microfilter and the Active Microfilter has to be changed.
  • Page 47: The Polsterboy Pb 420

    Maintenance Maintenance You can free textile fabrics as well as In combination with the textile attachment, upholstery and mattresses from hairs, curtains can be cleaned in a thorough and threads and fuzz with the textile protective way all the way up to the ceiling, attachment.
  • Page 48: Spare Parts & Consumables

    Spare parts & consumables Spare parts & consumables Tiger 260 Spare parts & consumables EB 360 BORSA ACCESSORI 4977 DUMMY TEXT 4976 DUMMY TEXT 4972 DUMMY TEXT 4975 DUMMY TEXT 4980 4978 4979 DUMMY TEXT DUMMY TEXT DUMMY TEXT...
  • Page 49: Accessories

    Description & features Assembly & Use Accessories Accessories Description & features Assembly & Use surfaces, in a practical bag for easy A complete set of multifunctional transport and storage of all the accessories indispensable for Assembling the Kobold VK 140 cleaning all kinds of different for raised areas For cleaning special surfaces, telescope the...
  • Page 50: Vario-Nozzle Vd 14

    Assembly & Use Assembly & Use Hook the into the shoulder strap Vario Nozzle – VD14 corresponding strap eyelet. is the specialist for (FIGURE 6) vario-nozzle VD 14 various specific uses. The flat and long tip allows the user to reach narrow and small spaces.
  • Page 51: Telescopic Tube Tr 14

    (FIGURE 21) lock-in positions) with ease. It is also possible to comfortably reach very high raised areas with all kinds of accessories. For example in combination Vorwerk FIGURE 21 with the attachment, On textile surfaces, such as upholstery curtains can be cleaned in a thorough and...
  • Page 52: Maintenance

    Assembly & Use Maintenance With the bristle-covered plate the nozzle can be used for cleaning walls, door frames Accessories and skirting boards… Maintenance (FIGURE 26) The wings of the flexo nozzle FD 14 designed to detach to prevent damage to FIGURE 26 the nozzle or furniture.
  • Page 53: Spare Parts & Consumables

    Spare parts & consumables Troubleshooting & repaira Accessories Troubleshooting & repairs Spare parts & consumables Always remove the plug from the mains socket before doing any maintenance. Kobold VK 140 check that the mains lead is correctly inserted in the socket on the Kobold VK 140 (page 20) check that the mains plug is correctly inserted in the mains socket;...
  • Page 54: Technical Service Center

    Eodem decima et quinta decima. Eodem Only Vorwerk Original Spares guarantee perfect efficiency of the appliances. modo typi, qui nunc nobis modo typi, qui nunc nobis Use of non-original spares will cancel the guarantee.
  • Page 55: Guarantee

    Eodem humanitatis per seacula quarta Always choose the quality of Vorwerk genuine spare parts. decima et quinta decima. Eodem modo typi, qui nunc nobis Beware of imitations that could compromise performance and render the...

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