Philips FC8439 user manual

Contents

1. Importantp. 6

   Read this user manual carefully before you use the appliance and save it for future reference. -- Check if the voltage indicated on the appliance corresponds…

2. Electromagnetic fields (EMF)p. 6

   This Philips appliance complies with all standards regarding electromagnetic fields (EMF). If handled properly and according to the instructions in this user…

3. Preparing for usep. 6

   Connecting accessories

4. Hosep. 6
5. Tubep. 6

   or any other accessory at the eyes or ears nor put it in your mouth when it is connected to the vacuum cleaner and the vacuum cleaner is switched on. -- When…

6. Nozzlesp. 7

   Combination nozzle (specific types only) The combination nozzle can be used on either carpets or hard floors. 1 Connect the combination nozzle to the tube. 2…

7. Accessory clip (specific types only)p. 7

   The accessory clip can simply be snapped onto the tube. -- The crevice tool and the small nozzle can be snapped onto the clip (Fig. 13)

8. Using the appliancep. 7

   Vacuuming 1 Pull the cord out of the appliance and put the mains plug in the wall socket (Fig. 14). 2 Push the on/off button on top of the appliance with your…

9. Vacuumingp. 7

   Pull the cord out of the appliance and put the mains plug in the wall socket (Fig. 14). 2 Push the on/off button on top of the appliance with your foot to…

10. Adjusting suction powerp. 8

    You can adjust the suction power while vacuuming. 1 Adjust the suction power with the electronic suction power knob (Fig. 16). -- Turn the knob to MAX for…

11. Storagep. 8

    Switch off the appliance and remove the mains plug from the wall socket. 2 Press the cord rewind button to rewind the mains cord (Fig. 18). 3 Put the appliance…

12. Replacementp. 8

    Always unplug the appliance before you replace the dustbag or the filters

13. Replacing the dustbagp. 8

    Replace the dustbag as soon as the dustbag-full indicator has changed colour permanently, i.e. even when the nozzle is not placed on the floor (Fig. 20). 1…

14. Replacing filtersp. 8

    Motor Protection Filter Replace the Motor Protection Filter once a year. 1 Switch off the appliance and open the cover. Remove the filter. 2 Insert a new…

15. Obtaining replacement itemsp. 9

    If you have any difficulties obtaining dustbags or filters for this appliance, please contact the Philips Customer Care Centre in your country or consult the…

16. Environmentp. 9

    Do not throw away the appliance with the normal household waste at the end of its life, but hand it in at an official collection point for recycling. By doing…

17. Guarantee & servicep. 9

    If you need information or if you have a problem, please visit the Philips website at www.philips.com or contact the Philips Customer Care Centre in your…

18. Troubleshootingp. 9

    The suction power is insufficient. -- Make sure the suction power knob is in maximum position. -- Perhaps the dustbag is full. Replace the dustbag. -- Perhaps…