VC-403 Guide.qxd:Value 21/1/10 12:55 Page 3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read all instruction before use and keep for future reference. FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY. 18. Keep vacuuming area well lit. 19. Store the vacuum cleaner in a cool, dry area. When using the vacuum cleaner, basic safety 20.
VC-403 Guide.qxd:Value 21/1/10 12:55 Page 4 CONTENTS SAFETY INFORMATION KNOW YOUR MACHINE ASSEMBLY OPERATION Accessories MAINTENANCE Cleaning the HEPA central filter Cleaning the pre motor filter Cleaning the post motor filter CLEARING BLOCKAGES Removing debris from the hose TROUBLESHOOTING TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS...
VC-403 Guide.qxd:Value 21/1/10 12:55 Page 6 ASSEMBLY Assembling your vacuum cleaner OPERATION Operating the appliance IMPORTANT : Fully unwind the powercord. A yellow mark indicates the recommended cord length. Do not exceed the cord length beyond the yellow mark. POWER...
VC-403 Guide.qxd:Value 21/1/10 12:55 Page 7 Packing away and storage OPERATION Accessories MAINTENANCE WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock, turn the vacuum cleaner off and unplug from the electrical outlet before performing maintenance/troubleshooting checks. Emptying the dirt container NOTE: To obtain the best results, empty the dirt container regularly.
VC-403 Guide.qxd:Value 21/1/10 12:56 Page 8 MAINTENANCE Cleaning the HEPA central filter NOTE: Failure to keep filters clean will result in a loss of performance. 24hr Cleaning the pre motor filter 24hr...
VC-403 Guide.qxd:Value 21/1/10 12:56 Page 9 MAINTENANCE Cleaning the post motor filter CLEARING BLOCKAGES BLOCKAGE INDICATOR: Located in front of the carry handle, the blockage indicator light will illuminate red when the filters, hose or dirt container have become blocked. When this occurs empty the dirt container, check the filters and refer to the maintenance section of your instruction manual.
VC-403 Guide.qxd:Value 21/1/10 12:56 Page 10 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTIONS There is an accessory 1. A part(s) is missing from box 1. Check the ‘KNOW YOUR MACHINE’ page missing of your instructions 1. The unit is not plugged into a mains socket 1.
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220-240V ~ 50Hz Wattage: 1600W max. EEC Statement of Compliance Manufacturer/EEC importer: Hereby on our own responsibility, declare that the VC-403 is manufactured in compliance with the following Directives: Safety: 2006/95/EC Low Voltage Directive EMC: 2004/108/EC Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive Waste electrical products should not be disposed of with household waste.
VC-403 Guide.qxd:Value 21/1/10 12:56 Page 13 P P R R O O D D U U C C T T G G U U A A R R A A N N T T E E E E This product is guaranteed against manufacturing defects for a period of Year This product is guaranteed for twelve months from the date of original purchase.
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