Aerus QuickLux - Manual (Page 2)

Important Safety Instructions
When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be taken.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS VACUUM CLEANER
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock or injury:
• Use only as described in this manual.
• Use only manufacturer's recommended accessories and attachments.
• Do not use without exhaust afterfilter in place.
• Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with any opening blocked. Keep free of dust, lint, hair, or other
materials that may reduce airflow.
• Do not handle plug or appliance with wet hands.
• Do not allow to be used as a toy.
• Do not allow appliance to be operated by or near children.
• Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.
• Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.
• Do not use to vacuum flammable or combustible liquids such as gasoline. Do not use in areas where such
liquids may be present.
• Do not vacuum anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes.
• Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body away from openings and moving parts.
• Do not leave appliance unattended when plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before servicing.
• Do not change the plug in any way. Do not use adapters. To reduce risk of electrical shock, this appliance has a
polarized plug. This plug will fit in an electrical outlet only one way. If it does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to
install the proper outlet.
• Turn off all controls before unplugging.
• Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
• Do not use with damaged cord or plug.
• Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as a handle, close door on cord, or pull cord around sharp edges or
corners. Do not run appliance over cord. Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
• Do not attempt to service this unit. Return appliance to an authorized Aerus center if it is not working properly, has
been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water.
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
1. Unpack the vacuum cleaner from the carton. Identify
the parts shown below. (Fig. A)
2. To assemble handle, swing handle away from
vacuum cleaner body (Fig. B). Continue moving
handle until in line with vacuum cleaner body.
3. Support handle and apply gentle pressure with your
hand at point show by arrow (Fig. C). Handle will
snap into its operating position.
4. Reversing this procedure (Fig. B) will allow the handle
to fold into a storage position. Please note that
excessive folding may cause damage to the motor
housing or handle.
5. The included floor tool is a deluxe swivel tool that can
be adjusted for all floor surfaces simply by stepping
on the adjusting lever. Simply attach to the opening
at the base of the vacuum cleaner. This opening is
also designed to accept standard canister tools for
additional types of cleaning on all types of surfaces –
on or above the floor.
OPERATION
1. Plug unit into a 110-120 volt AC electric outlet.
2. Your vacuum is equipped with a two speed switch. High power is recommended for hard floors and permanently
installed carpeting. Low speed is for use on throw rugs and other light cleaning tasks – including above the floor
cleaning.
3. To empty the dust compartment, pull back on the release tab. Grip the dust compartment and pull out (Fig. D).
Empty dust compartment and brush off exhaust afterfilter. Frequent cleaning of the dust compartment and
afterfilter will provided maximum performance.
4. The exhaust afterfilter bag may be removed (Fig. E) and washed in water. Replace bag only after it is completely
dry. Never operate the vacuum cleaner without the afterfilter or dust compartment in place.
5. The power cord can be wrapped around the cord hooks on the back of the vacuum (Fig. F). For convenient storage,
your QuickLux ® can be hung on a hook (Fig. G), stored in a closet or under a bed with the handle folded.
SERVICE
For prompt service, call the nearest Aerus location
listed in your telephone directory. Your authorized Aerus
location offers you the best in service both during and
after the warranty period, as well as genuine Aerus ™
parts and supplies.
If you have further questions, contact Aerus Customer
Service at 1-800-243-9078 in the U.S.A. and
1-800-668-0763 in Canada. Or visit our website at
www.aerusonline.com.
Every effort is made to ensure that customers receive
an up-to-date instruction manual on the use of Aerus ™
products; however, from time to time, modifications to
our products may without notice make the information
contained herein subject to alteration.
All power units of the Aerus ™ Home Care System are
certified by the Canadian Standards Association and
listed by Underwriters Laboratories Incorporated.