Therefore, please note the following points. The vacuum cleaner must only be operated with: ■ Manufacturer's original MEGAfilt®SuperTEX dust bags ■ Manufacturer's original replacement parts, accessories and optional accessories The vacuum cleaner is not to be used for: ■ vacuuming persons or animals ■ vacuuming up: - Insects and spiders - Hazardous, sharp-edged, hot or burning substances. - Damp or liquid substances - Highly flammable or explosive substances and gases - Ash, soot from tiled stoves and central heating systems Safety information This vacuum cleaner complies with the recognised rules of technology and the relevant safety regulations. We confirm that it complies with the following European directives: 89/336/EEC (amended by Directives 91/263/EEC, 92/31/EEC and 93/68/EEC). 73/23/EEC (amended by Directive 93/68/EEC). ■ Always observe the information on the rating plate when using the vacuum cleaner and connecting to the power supply. ■ Never use the vacuum cleaner without a MEGAfilt® SuperTEX dust bag fitted. => This can damage the vacuum cleaner. ■ Only allow children to use the vacuum cleaner under supervision. ■ Keep the vacuum cleaner away from the face when using nozzles and tubes. => There is a risk of injury. ■ Never carry the vacuum cleaner by the power cord. ■ Fully extend the power cord when using the vacuum cleaner continuously for a long period of time. ■ When disconnecting the appliance from the mains, pull the plug, not the power cord. ■ Do not pull the power cord around sharp corners or allow it to become trapped. ■ Unplug the power cord from the mains before carrying out any work on the vacuum cleaner or its accessories. ■ Do not use the vacuum cleaner if it is damaged. Unplug the power cord from the mains if a fault is detected. ■ For safety reasons, only authorised after-sales service personnel are permitted to carry out repairs and fit replacement parts to the vacuum cleaner. ■ The vacuum cleaner should be protected from moisture and sources of heat. ■ Switch off the vacuum cleaner when it is not in use. ■ At the end of its life, the vacuum cleaner should be disposed of in an appropriate manner. ■ For safety reasons, vacuum cleaners with a power rating of more than 2300 W are fitted with a temperature safety switch. This automatically switches off the vacuum cleaner if it is blocked and overheating. Unplug the power cord from the mains and make sure that the nozzle, suction pipe and hose are not blocked. Also check whether the filter needs changing. Having cleared the blockage, leave the vacuum cleaner to cool down for at least one hour. It can then be switched back on again. Disposal information ■ Packaging The packaging is designed to protect the vacuum cleaner from being damaged during transport. It is made of environmentally-friendly materials and can be recycled. Dispose of packaging that is no longer required at an appropriate recycling point. ■ Used vacuum cleaners Used vacuum cleaners still contain many recyclable materials. Therefore, please take used vacuum cleaners to your retailer or recycling centre so that they can be recycled. For current disposal methods, please enquire at your appliance dealership or local council. Please note Only connect the appliance to a socket rated for at least 16 amps. If a fuse is tripped when you switch on the vacuum cleaner, this may be because other electrical appliances which have a high current draw are connected to the same power circuit. To prevent the fuse from tripping, select the lowest power setting before switching the vacuum cleaner on, and increase the power only once it is running. 9 en Fold out picture pages. Setting up Figure a) Insert the flexible hose adapter into the air intake opening and allow it to engage. b) To remove the flexible hose, press the two lugs together and pull the tube out. Figure Ea a) Align and connect the handle and the telescopic tube. b)Push the handle straight into the telescopic tube until it engages. To release the connection, squeeze the collar sleeve and pull the handle out. Figure Ea Push the telescopic tube straight into the connecting piece of the floor tool until it engages. To release the connection, squeeze the locking collar and pull the telescopic tube out. Figure Ea Press the adjusting sleeve in the direction of the arrow and adjust the telescopic tube to the length required. Figure Holding the power cord by the plug, pull out the required length and plug the plug into the mains socket. Figure To switch your vacuum cleaner on and off, press the On/Off button in the direction of the arrow. Vacuuming You have bought an extremely powerful device. The highest suction setting is therefore only recommended for heavily soiled, short-pile carpets and hard floors. Figure 1^ The required suction power can be selected by adjusting the suction regulator. ■ Low __, -ni-II I suction range: For vacuuming delicate fabrics, ...