Samsung Vacuum Cleaner SU 2950 Series User Guide

Vacuum  
Cleaner  
SU-2950 Series  
FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY  
Operating  
Instructions  
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ......................... 1  
ASSEMBLING PARTS ..................................................... 2  
OPERATION .................................................................... 3  
MAINTENANCE ............................................................... 5  
TROUBLESHOOTING ..................................................... 8  
Read these instructions before operating the vacuum cleaner  
•The design and specification may be different depending on the models.  
 
Assembling Parts  
Identifications of parts  
The assembled cleaner will look  
like the illustration to the left.  
1-1  
1. Handle  
2. Power switch  
3. Quick release cord hook  
4. Post-Motor Filter  
5. Crevice tool  
6. Handle release  
7. Carrying handle  
8. Hose  
9. Extension wand  
10. Combination tool  
11. Cyclone-Lever  
12. Dirt Cup  
13. Filter Cup  
14. Upper Tank  
15. Cap Cyclone  
16. Hose Wand Base  
17. Height Adjustment Dial  
18. Hose Clip  
Back  
Front  
19. Mini Turbo Brush  
WARNING!  
OPERATE THE VACUUM CLEANER ONLY AT THE VOLTAGE SPECIFIED ON THE NAMEPLATE.  
Step 1. Attaching the Handle  
Insert the screw provided  
into the existing hole.  
Tighten the screw securely  
with a screwdriver.  
Before securing the handle,  
please check that the  
handle is fitted to the  
vacuum body and make  
sure there’s no gap.  
Stand the vacuum  
upright and slide the  
base of the handle  
firmly into the grooves  
at the top of the  
1-2  
1-3  
vacuum body.  
Step 2. Attaching the Hose and Tools  
Line up the tabs on the  
base of the Twist Snap  
Hose with the  
corresponding notches  
on the hose collar as  
shown.  
Slide the end of the  
hose wand with tabs  
into the Hose Wand  
Base.  
1-4  
1-5  
Attach the Mini Turbo  
Brush by putting the  
rib at the bottom of  
Mini Turbo Brush on  
two hooks of Handle.  
Snap Mini Turbo  
Brush into place as  
shown.  
Slide the extension  
wand and the crevice  
tool together into the  
storage clip.  
1-6  
1-7  
2
 
Operation  
2-2  
2-3  
2-1  
Handle positions  
Transporting cleaner  
ON-OFF Switch  
1.To turn cleaner on, press the  
Power switch.  
The handle of your cleaner has  
three positions; upright for storage  
and when using cleaning tools;  
operating for general operation on  
carpet and floors; low for reaching  
under low furniture. Step on handle  
release pedal to lower handle.  
To move your cleaner from room to  
room, put the handle in upright  
position, tilt the cleaner back on its  
rear wheels and push forward.  
2.To the cleaner off, press the  
Power switch again.  
A. Combination tool:  
2-4  
2-5  
Two types of cleaning tools are included in  
one attachment: rotate for desired tool.  
·Use brush side to dust furniture,  
blinds, books, lamps, shelves.  
A
·Use upholstery side for curtains,  
draperies, cushions, fabrics.  
B. Crevice tool:  
Use in corners, on stairs, baseboards, and  
behind furniture.  
B
C
Carrying handle  
C. Extension Wand:  
Use with desired attachments and narrow  
wand for a longer reach.  
The cleaner can also be moved by  
using the carrying handle.  
D
D. Mini Turbo Brush :  
Use rotating brush action for small areas  
such as stairs and upholstery.  
Note: Press gently when using Mini Turbo  
Brush to gain maximum cleaning. Too much  
pressure could cause the brush to stop rotating.  
option  
option  
E
E. Wooden Floor Brush (Select Models):  
Use for bare floors. Swivel head turns to  
get into tight spaces and fits under cabinets.  
Note: The Wooden Floor Brush does not  
store on board.  
Cleaning Tool attachments  
Attachment tools can be used  
to clean furniture or drapes, on  
stairs or in corners.  
When using the attachments,  
ensure the vacuum cleaner is  
placed firmly on the floor with the  
handle in the upright position.  
Do not place the vacuum on top of  
furniture or steps as the brushroller  
may cause damage.  
3
 
Operation  
2-7  
2-8  
2-6  
For maximum cleaning  
performance, The following  
carpet height settings are  
recommended:  
·Lowest setting: for bare  
floors  
·Medium setting : for short  
and medium pile carpets  
·Higher settings: for very  
deep pile carpet where  
easier pushing effort is  
desired, while maintaining  
good cleaning performance.  
Note: If the cleaner is difficult  
to push, rotate knob to the  
next higher setting.  
Carpet height  
Cleaning lightweight  
adjustment  
flexible rugs  
Carpet and rug cleaning takes  
place at the nozzle (A).  
Stand on one end of rug and move  
cleaner toward other end or edge.  
Before reaching edge, push down on  
handle. This will lift up the nozzle(front of  
cleaner)and will prevent rug from clinging  
to cleaner.  
Continue to lift front of cleaner so that  
when you have reached the edge, it is  
completely off the rug. Move cleaner  
back to start again, lower front of cleaner,  
and use only forward strokes.  
When it is necessary to raise  
and lower the nozzle for  
various carpet pile heights,  
rotate the nozzle control dial  
(B) to the desired setting.  
4
 
Maintenance  
Familiarize yourself with these home maintenance tasks as proper use and care of your cleaner will  
ensure continued cleaning effectiveness.  
When to empty the Dirt Cup  
The dirt cup needs to be emptied when the dirt reaches the "Full" line on the side of the Cup.  
If more dirt than this accumulates, your cleaner will not operate effectively.  
Note: All new carpet has loose fibers which can fill the Dirt Cup quickly while vacuuming.  
Emptying the Dirt Cup  
Disconnect cleaner from electrical outlet.  
3-1  
3-3  
3-2  
Full Line  
Unlock  
Position  
Lock  
Position  
Empty dirt into garbage container.  
Put the Dirt Cup back in the  
vacuum and slide the lever to the  
"Lock" position.  
Slide the Cyclone-Lever to the  
"Unlock" position.  
Grasp handle and pull the Dirt  
Cup straight out to remove from  
Vacuum.  
Cleaning The Circular  
Filters.  
Grasp the Filter Cup located at  
the bottom of the Dirt Cup and twist  
counterclockwise to unlock and  
remove.  
Cleaning the Pre/Post-motor Filter  
3-4  
3-5  
3-6  
Pre-Motor  
Filter  
Hepa-Filter  
The Post-Motor Filter assists in  
the filtration process to return  
clean air to the room. It is  
located behind the door on the  
front of the Cleaner.  
Grasp the Circular Filters and twist  
to unlock.  
How to clean  
Disconnect cleaner from  
electrical outlet.  
Pull straight up to remove.  
Separate the Outer foam and  
Inner pleated Circular Filters.  
Wash each individually by hand  
in warm water. Mild detergent  
may be used if desired.  
Rinse well, then air dry  
Thoroughly dry before putting  
them back together and  
The Pre-Motor Filter protects the  
Motor from debris.  
It is located underneath the Dirt  
Cup and Filter Cup in the  
Center of the round part of the  
Cyclone-Lever.  
Remove the small round Filter  
and any debris on top of it.  
Rinse  
well under warm water, then air  
dry thoroughly before replacing.  
When the filter becomes dirty,  
The Hepa-Filter :  
Open the door, remove the filter  
and replace.  
The Hepa-Filter is not  
washable and must be  
replaced.  
replacing in the Filter Cup The  
Filter Cup may be washed In  
warm water with a mild  
detergent. Make sure it is  
completely dry before  
reassembling with fliters.  
Do not operate cleaner without  
Either the Pre-Motor Filter or  
Post-Motor Filter in place.  
Replace the door by inserting  
the tabs on the left side and  
snapping the right side into  
place.  
5
 
Maintenance  
The belt  
3-7  
3-8  
The belt on your cleaner causes the  
agitator to rotate and is important for  
the effective operation of the  
cleaner. The belt is located under  
the bottom plate of the cleaner and  
should be checked from time to time  
to be sure it is in good condition.  
When to replace  
Disconnect cleaner from  
electrical outlet.  
Remove agitator and used belt.  
Discard used belt.  
How to replace  
Disconnect cleaner from electrical  
outlet.  
To check belt, remove bottom plate  
as shown in “How to replace.”  
Replace belt if it is stretched, cut or  
broken.  
Place handle in low position and turn  
cleaner over so bottom side is up.  
Remove the 5 screws as shown with  
a screw driver.  
3-9  
3-10  
3-11  
Insert agitator through belt and place  
belt in belt guide (C) on agitator.  
With lettering on outside of belt and  
positioned as shown in box on (D),  
slide new belt over motor pulley (B).  
Grasp agitator firmly and fit it into  
position by first sliding the end opposite  
the belt into the rectangular slot (F) on  
side of cleaner.  
Pull other side of agitator (G) into place.  
Turn agitator, making sure belt is not  
pinched between agitator and agitator  
shield.  
Should the agitator shield (D)  
become dislodged while replacing  
the belt or the agitator, reposition it  
as shown, noting the placement of its  
belt guide (E)  
When to replace the  
agitator brush roll  
3-12  
3-13  
When agitator brushes are worn, the  
agitator should be replaced.  
To check condition of brushes,  
disconnect cleaner from electrical  
outlet.  
Move the edge of a card across  
bottom plate while turning agitator.  
To maintain cleaning effectiveness,  
replace agitator if brushes do not  
touch card.  
Reposition bottom plate and 5  
screws. Tighten screws securely.  
How to replace  
Disconnect cleaner from electrical  
outlet.  
Remove bottom plate, belt and  
agitator following directions in “The  
belt” section beginning with Fig. 3-10.  
Discard old agitator.  
Continue following the directions in  
“The belt” section to reposition belt,  
new agitator and bottom plate.  
6
 
Maintenance  
Clearing Blockages  
Disconnect cleaner from electrical outlet.  
The hose on the back of the vacuum cleaner that carries the dirt from the nozzle to the Dirt Cup can  
sometimes become clogged. If you notice a change in the sound of the vacuum motor, check for blockages.  
3-14  
3-16  
3-15  
Check Upper Tank and Grille  
Cyclone. To open the Cap,  
grasp the holder and turn  
Toward the left. If the Grille  
was blocked, check and clear  
the grille in the center of the  
Cyclone.  
Remove the Hose and  
disconnect the Wand.  
Check for clogs in the vacuum  
base, the wand, the hose and  
the suction inlet.  
If the blockage persists, turn  
the vacuum cleaner off and  
unplug it. Remove the bottom  
plate. Lift up the short hose in  
the base of the vacuum.  
Inspect the hose for clogs and  
remove any obstructions.  
Replace the short nozzle hose  
and the bottom plate.  
Mini Turbo Brush  
Use for upholstered furniture, carpeted stairs and hard-to-reach places.  
3-17  
3-18  
3-19  
Remove bottom plate.  
And remove brushbar and  
discard.  
Inspect belt to ensure that it is in  
good condition. If broken or  
cracked, please replace. (See  
below for details.)  
With the curved ends facing  
down, slide end plates of  
brushbar into slots on the tool.  
To replace bottom plate, insert  
the four tabs on edge of  
bottom plate into slots on front  
of tool. Pivot bottom plate  
down and snap closed.  
Brush bar Replacement  
Remove the tool from the hose,  
and turn upside down. Slide the  
switch to unlock position.  
3-20  
3-22  
3-21  
With flat sides of turbine  
retainers pointing down, slide  
retainers into grooves in tool  
housing and snap into place.  
Replace brushbar and bottom  
plate.  
Belt Replacement  
Grasp turbine and pull firmly to  
remove.  
Remove belt from turbine pulley.  
Replace with new belt.  
Cleaning Brushbar  
• Cut off pet hairs or threads  
surrounding brush by using  
scissors.  
7
 
Troubleshooting  
Check this list of possible problems and solutions before bringing your vacuum to a service center.  
Problem : Poor job of dirt pickup  
Problem: Cleaner won’t run  
Possible Cause  
Possible Solution  
Possible Cause  
Possible Solution  
· Full or clogged Dirt Cup  
· Empty the Dirt Cup and check for blockages.  
· Broken or worn belt  
· Not firmly plugged in  
· Plug unit in firmly  
· No voltage in wall plug  
· Check fuse or breaker  
· Blown fuse or tripped breaker  
· Replace fuse or reset breaker  
· Filters blocked or dirty  
· Clean filters as per manual instructions  
· Replace belt.  
· Clogged hose or nozzle  
· Clean hose or nozzle area.  
· Hole in hose  
· Replace hose.  
· Dirt Cup improperly installed  
· Properly install the Dirt Cup  
· Incorrect carpet height setting  
· Rotate nozzle control knob to lower setting  
· Clogs in air flow passage  
Problem : Dust escapes the Dirt Cup  
Possible Cause  
Possible Solution  
· Dirt Cup improperly installed  
· Re-install the Dirt Cup.  
·
Clear clogs/clean filters as per manual instructions  
Problem : Abnormal sound  
Possible Cause  
Possible Solution  
Problem : Cleaner hard to push  
Possible Cause  
Possible Solution  
· Incorrect carpet height setting  
· Rotate nozzle control knob to lower setting  
·
·
Strange sound like rushing air  
Check for clogs in hose, nozzle area and or  
filters, clear or clean any clogs or blockages  
as per manual instructions  
This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical,  
sensory or mental capabilities, or tack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been  
given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for  
their safety.  
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.  
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