OWNER S MANUAL LG CORDLESS HANDY-STICK CLEANER

OWNER S MANUAL LG CORDLESS HANDY-STICK CLEANER Before using, carefully read the Safety Precautions pages to allow for safe operation of the product. After reading this manual, keep it in an easily accessible location. VS84***** MFL67983107 www.lg.com

TABLE OF CONTENTS BEFORE USING ADDITIONAL INFORMATION 3 7 8 Safety Precautions Included with Product Parts 19 Troubleshooting REFERENCE METHOD OF USE 20 Product Specifications 10 11 12 14 Assembling Handy-Stick Cleaner Assembling Charging Stand Using the Product Charging the Battery WARRANTY 21 LG Handy-Stick Cleaner WARRANTY MAINTENANCE 15 16 17 18 Cleaning the Dust Bin Assembling the Dust Bin Cleaning the Nozzle Removing Clogs WARNING: This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. 2

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS This guide contains many important safety messages. Always read and obey all safety messages. Read all instructions before using. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Basic Safety Precautions After reading this manual, please keep it in an easily accessible location. This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can result in property damage and/or serious bodily harm or death. Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or WARNING serious injury. CAUTION Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING 1. This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. 2. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance. 3. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by an LG Electronics Service Agent in order to avoid a potential hazard. 4. This appliance can be used by children aged 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance must not be performed by children without supervision. 3

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WARNING This appliance is designed for normal indoor domestic use only. It is not to be used for any office or commercial application. No one other than a repair technician shall disassemble or modify the product. Contact an authorized LG service center for service. Failure to follow this warning may cause fire or electrical shock. Do not spray combustible materials such as gasoline or solvents, or surfactants such as detergents or bath soaps, or drinks near the cleaner and its charging stand. Doing so can cause an explosion or fire. Do not vacuum toxic solutions such as chlorine bleach, ammonia, or drain cleaner. Do not allow the power cord to be crushed, kinked or cut by heavy objects. Using a damaged cord or plug could cause fire or electrical shock. Have faulty or damaged power cords replaced by an authorized service center. Do not let liquids such as water enter the product, and do not use the unit to pick up liquids, sharp pointy objects, or hot embers. Doing so could cause fire or electric shock. If water accidentally enters the unit, immediately turn off the power switch of the main body, pull out the power plug, and contact an LG Electronics Service Agent to avoid hazard. Do not insert pins or sharp pointy utensils into or around the cleaner or its charging stand. There is a risk of electrical shock. Do not use the appliance if gas odors can be detected. Unplug the unit and provide ventilation to avoid possible dangers. There is a risk of fire or explosion. Make sure that the unit is plugged into a wall socket that is rated at over 10 amps and that is not overloaded. Overloading of any wall socket can cause fires and product malfunction. Do not use the appliance if the power cord or socket is in any way loose or damaged. Doing so can cause fire or electrical shock. Do not operate the appliance with the suction inlet or outlet blocked. Doing so causes deformation of main body or fire by overheating. Do not operate the cleaner while dust bin is taken out. There is a risk of product damage or electrical shock injury. Do not place power cord and the product near heating devices. Doing so can cause deformation of main body, malfunction, or fire. Do not touch the prongs when pulling the plug from the outlet. Doing so can cause electrical shock. Do not allow children or pets to play with the product or use the product as a toy. Doing so can cause personal injury and damage to the unit. Do not handle the appliance and plug with wet hands. Doing so may cause electrical shock. Do not clean the inlet with water and then use immediately without sufficiently drying the components first. Doing so may cause electrical shock and malfunction. Disconnect from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use harsh or abrasive cleaners. Failure to follow this warning can cause electrical shock and exterior damage. Do not place hands into the intake while the appliance is operating. Allow the unit to stop operating and disconnect from the wall outlet to avoid any personal injury. Do not wash the exterior of inlet or bottom surface with water or detergent. Use only a damp cleaning cloth. Failure to follow this warning may damage product or cause electrical shock. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its authorised service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard. Do not use the product at a place subject to industrial oil fumes or metal particulates. Doing so can cause fire or product failure. Do not use in an enclosed space where vapors are present from paint, paint thinner, mothproofing substances, flammable dust or other explosive or toxic materials. 4

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WARNING Do not disassemble the battery. There is a risk of fire or electric shock. Do not expose product to heat or fire. Do not expose product to direct sunlight. There is a risk of fire and explosion. Do not subject battery to physical impacts. There is a risk of fire and explosion. Use only the specified battery charger included with the product. Do not use the provided adapter with any other products or for other than its intended use. Read and follow instructions in this manual to charge battery properly. Failure to follow these warnings may result in damage to the battery or fire. If any liquid leaks from the batteries, avoid bringing liquid into contact with the skin or eyes. If you come into contact with battery fluid, wash the affected area well with water and seek medical attention. There is a risk of burns and blindness. Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces. Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used by or near children. Use only as described in this manual. Use only manufacturer s recommended attachments. Do not use with damaged cord or plug. If appliance is not working as it should, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, return it to a service center. Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as a handle, close a 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 unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord. Do not handle charger, including charger plug, and charger terminals with wet hands. Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with any opening blocked; keep free of dust, lint, hair, and anything that may reduce air flow. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body away from openings and moving parts. Use extra care when cleaning on stairs. Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids, such as gasoline, or use in areas where they may be present. Do not charge the unit outdoors. Use only the charger supplied by the manufacturer to recharge. Do not incinerate the appliance even if it is severely damaged. The batteries can explode in a fire. Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes. Do not use without filter in place. Use only LG recommended accessories and replacement parts. Unplug from the outlet when not in use for extended periods and before maintenance or servicing. Use extra care when cleaning on stairs. Always turn OFF the vacuum cleaner before connecting or disconnecting the motorized brush bar. Keep the work area well lit. Only plug the vacuum cleaner into an outlet which matches the voltage rating of the appliance. This prevents overloading house wiring circuits which could cause a fire hazard and irreparable product damage. Never use the product for removing toxic gases. The product may fail, and toxic gases will not be removed. Dispose of the unit properly. The battery cells can cause fire or explode if not disposed of properly. Do not point nozzle or tools at eyes or ears. Do not insert nozzle or tools in mouth. Packaging material can be dangerous for children. There is a risk of suffocation. Keep all packaging material from children and dispose of promptly. 5

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS CAUTION Static Electricity may be generated at main body during cleaning. If vacuum cleaner malfunctions due to electrostatic energy, disconnect from the wall outlet and plug in again. Remove socks, stockings, tissues, and other objects from floor before cleaning to prevent them from blocking the inlet during cleaning. This appliance must be used to remove dust only. Keep the vacuum cleaner moving over the carpet surface at all times to avoid damaging the carpet fibers. Do not touch the bottom surface of the vacuum with hand or foot while the appliance is in operation. Do not operate the appliance without the dust bin and its covers in place. Always ensure the dust bin is cleaned when it reaches its limit or beforehand. Using the vacuum continuously while the dust bin is full will cause malfunction and overheating. If a foreign object is attached to the bottom surface of dust bin, remove it before using the product. It could compromise the suction motor and cause malfunction and damage. Do not place vacuum cleaner on unstable surfaces such as chairs or tables. Make sure that all filters are thoroughly dry after routine cleaning. Do not stretch the cord or place the cord under strain. Do not use an extension cord. When not in use, mount the product on the charging stand. 6

INCLUDED WITH PRODUCT Handy-Stick Cleaner Charging Stand (models vary) Fixing screw Owner s Manual Battery* (Spare) Adapter *Available on some models. 7

PARTS - HANDY-STICK CLEANER Power ON/OFF button Speed control button Finger rest - Place finger here for comfortable use. Handy release buttons Main body Handy power button Battery indicator Dust bin release button Built-in brush Charging stand (models vary) Charging indicator (on some models) Brush LED lighting (Only on applied model) 8

PARTS CHARGING STATION / DUST BIN Charging Stand (models vary) Dust Bin Dust bin cover Inner filter (non mesh side) Dust bin Dust separator 9

ASSEMBLING HANDY-STICK CLEANER Tools Required: Phillips screwdriver 1 2 Upper body part Lower body part ➊ Assemble the upper and lower body parts. ➋ Fasten the fixing screw. Attach the upper body part to the lower body part as shown. Keep fingers away from pinch points while assembling. Locate the hole for the fixing screw on the rear side of the product. Using a Phillips screwdriver, insert the provided fixing screw to secure the upper and lower body parts. 10

ASSEMBLING CHARGING STAND (models vary) Insert the upper part of the charging stand into the base until it clicks. 11

USING THE PRODUCT Power ON/OFF button Speed control button (Power or Regular) Battery indicator Projection Vacuum power button Battery indicator Groove Make sure the vacuum body has docked correctly. Press the power button to turn on the product. Press the speed control button to select the motor speed. If the product does not turn on, check the charge level on the battery indicator. Place the rear bottom of the main body on the charger as shown. Make sure the vacuum body has docked correctly. Battery indicator shows remaining charge. A fully charged battery can last up to 20 minutes on the Power mode and up to 30 minutes on the Regular mode (depending on the surface being vacuumed). When the battery indicator shows one blinking light, the battery charge is low and the power will soon turn off. WARNING Do not use this cleaner to vacuum liquids. Vacuuming liquids will cause the unit to malfunction. 12

USING THE PRODUCT The brush is ideal for cleaning short-pile carpet or a normal wood floor surface. 1 It is not recommended for vacuuming deep-pile carpet. 2 Deep-pile carpets may cause the brush to stop rotating. If a motor overload stops the brush from rotating, turn the vacuum cleaner off. Remove tangled threads or fibers if necessary. Turn vacuum cleaner on again to resume vacuuming. 3 After you have finished using the vacuum, place the vacuum cleaner on the floor or on the charging stand. If the product falls over due to improper placement when not in use, it may damage the unit or harm children or pets. The brush motor is fitted with overload protection which stops the motor from rotating, to help prevent accidental injury or damage to tangled threads and fabrics. 13

CHARGING THE BATTERY 1 Battery indicator Charging indicator 2 ➊ If the voltage gets low during operation, the power is automatically turned off to protect the battery. You must then recharge the battery. Securely dock the hand-held cleaner to the main body of the vacuum cleaner. Then place the vacuum cleaner on the charging stand to begin the recharge. ➋ The charging time may vary depending on the battery condition. When the minimum amount of charge is left, it takes about 4.5 hours to fully charge one battery. The battery fitted to the vacuum cleaner is charged first, and then the battery attached to the charging stand is charged (on some models). While the hand-held cleaner is charging, the battery indicator light blinks to show the charge amount. When the battery is fully charged, the hand-held battery status indicator stays on. After 5 minutes, it turns off. While the battery on the charging stand is charging, the single LED indicator on the charging stand blinks, and when the battery is fully charged, the LED remains on. After 5 minutes, it turns off. Remove the charging adaptor plug from the wall outlet if the vacuum will not be used for a long time (on applicable models). Fully charging two discharged batteries may take up to 9 hours. 14

CLEANING THE DUST BIN 1 Dust bin release button 2 Filter cover 3 Dust bin Inner filter Dust separator 5 Inner filter (non mesh side) 4 Clean and dry Fig.1 1 To detach the dust bin, push and hold the release button and pull it in the direction shown. 2 Remove the filter cover assembly in the direction indicated by the arrow, then remove the dust separator from the dust separator. (Beware that the dust that may fall from the filter in the process.) 3 Empty the dust bin. 4 Separate the inner filter from the filter cover as shown in Fig.1. 5 Rinse the detached filter under water until the water runs clear. Set the filter in the shade until completely dry. (Do not use hot water or detergent. They may cause deformation to the filter.) WARNING Turn off the vacuum cleaner and remove battery before servicing to avoid risk of electrical shock or injury. Helpful tip To maintain the vacuum cleaner, clean the filter once a week with a cleaning brush or using another vacuum cleaner, and at least twice a month with water. (Frequent cleaning of the filter can help maintain its performance.) To maintain the best performance of your vacuum cleaner, empty the dust bin after every use. After cleaning the dust separator, be sure to put it back into the dust bin. The dust separator must be in place before using the vacuum cleaner. Without it, dust will be sucked into the main body and motor, causing a malfunction and damage to the vacuum cleaner. 15

ASSEMBLING THE DUST BIN Filter cover Inner filter Dust separator 1 2 3 1 Attach the inner filter back onto the filter cover. 2 Put the dust separator back into the dust bin. 3 Assemble the filter cover back onto the dust separator in the direction indicated by the arrow. Helpful tip To assemble the filter cover, filter holder, and dust bin, align them as shown. 16

CLEANING THE NOZZLE 1 2 3 Hook Brush* 4 5 6 Click Click Tab Gear Belt ➊ Turn off the vacuum cleaner and remove the hand-held vacuum. Press the hook to release the brush cover. Remove the cover and set aside. ➍ Slide the brush back through the belt inside the vacuum nozzle. * Brush type : Models vary WARNING Turn off vacuum cleaner and remove hand-held vacuum before servicing to avoid risk of electric shock or injury. ➋ Lift the brush and detach it from the drive belt. ➎ Secure the brush into the vacuum nozzle. ➌ Remove any tangled hair or threads from the brush. - Use another vacuum cleaner to remove the hair and threads from the brush. - Use a pair of scissors to cut the hair, threads etc. that have collected around the brush. (Do not use water to clean the brush.) ➏ Insert the front tabs on the brush cover then press down by the hooks until the cover clicks into place. Helpful tip After cleaning or replacement, follow instructions to replace brush properly. Before vacuuming, check the nozzle wheels and brush for foreign objects. Remove the objects to protect the floor surface. 17

REMOVING CLOGS 1 2 4 3 If you notice a loss in suction, first check the filters as described on page 15. If the filters are clean, There may be a clog. The arrows show areas where clogs are most likely to occur. To check for clogs : 1 Unplug and turn off the vacuum cleaner. 2 Check the hand-held vacuum where it connects to the main body by pressing the release buttons on the upper body. 3 Check the main body where it connects to the hand-held vacuum while the hand-held is removed. 4 Remove the dust bin and check the dust bin inlet where it connects to the main body. 5 Turn the vacuum cleaner over, remove the brush (see page 17), and check the agitator inlet. WARNING Electrical shock and personal injury hazard. Always remove the vacuum cleaner from the charging stand before servicing. Remove the hand-held vacuum and the battery before servicing to avoid electric shock or injury. 18

TROUBLESHOOTING Check the following before calling for service. WARNING Electrical shock and personal injury hazard. Always remove the vacuum cleaner from the charging stand before servicing. Remove the hand-held vacuum and the battery before servicing to avoid electric shock or injury. PROBLEM Weak or no suction and vibration noise. Vacuum won t turn on. Vacuum emits odors. Vacuum is hot or blows hot air. Vacuum vibrates but has no suction. Adaptor cord is defective POSSIBLE CAUSES AND SOLUTIONS Check if inlet or dust bin is blocked by any foreign objects or debris that weaken the suction. Separate dust bin from the main body, and check if the filters are dirty. Filter may have been assembled while still damp. After washing, leave filter to air dry completely before re-assembling or vacuum suction will be affected. Check that the switch is turned on. Check if battery level is low. Follow proper instructions for use in this manual. If product is still not working, call the LG Customer Information Center for service. Some odors are normal when the product is first operated and will diminish within 3 months of normal operation. Odors can also be caused by old dust in the dust bin and filters that has not been cleaned for some time. Empty, clean and wash the dust bin and filters thoroughly before reusing the appliance. The air coming out of the outlet holes may be warm because it is coming out after cooling the motor. This is normal. Because of the suction motor overheat prevention device, this may occur when 1) dust bin is full, 2) filter or inlet is blocked, or 3) it is used for a long time. Allow the unit to rest and cool for at least 40 minutes before attempting to operate again. Before using it again, clean the filter and dust bin. If the inlet is blocked, remove the foreign object. Have the defective cord/plug replaced by a qualified electrician. 19

PRODUCT SPECIFICATION 43½ in. 1105 mm Model Dimension Weight Power Consumption Battery Hours of use VS84**SCW 7 1 /5 in. x 10 5 /8 in. x 43 1 /2 in. (190 mm x 270 mm x 1105 mm) 6.2 lb (2.8 kg) 90 W (6.5 A) DC 18 V Power mode : 20 min Regular mode : 30 min 10 5 /8 in. 270 mm 7 1 /5 in. 190 mm Charger (Adapter) Input 100-240 V~ 50/60 Hz 0.3 A Output DC 21 V 0.65 A Charging time Charging 1 Battery : 4 hour 30 min Charging 2 Batteries : 9 hour (+) ( ) Type Battery Lithium Ion Rechargeable Battery Rating DC 18 V 2000 mah Number of battery cells 5 Manufacturer Neonix (Battery Cell : LG Chem) This equipment is a Class B digital device that complies with 47 CFR Parts 2 and 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. 20

LG HANDY-STICK CLEANER WARRANTY LG Electronics Inc. will repair or replace your product, at LG s option, if it proves to be defective in material or workmanship under personal household use, during the warranty period set forth below, effective from the date of original consumer purchase of the product. This limited warranty is good only to the original purchaser of the product and effective only when used in U.S.A. and Canada. * Manufacturing Locations : LG Elecronics. Changwon Factory2 Sungsangu Gongdanro 473 road 33, Changwon City, Gyeongnam, 641-711 KOREA WARRANTY PERIOD: 1 Year From the date of the original purchase HOW SERVICE IS HANDLED: Any part of the Handy-Stick Cleaner which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship. During this full 1 Year warranty, LG will also provide, free of charge, all labor and shop service to replace the defective part. Inverter motor : 10 year warranty (Suction motor) THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. TO THE EXTENT ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY IS REQUIRED BY LAW, IT IS LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE EXPRESS WARRANTY PERIOD ABOVE. LG WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY CONSEQUENTIAL, INDIRECT, OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES OF ANY KIND, INCLUDING LOST REVENUES OR PROFITS, IN CONNECTION WITH THE PRODUCT. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATION ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS OR THE EXCLUSION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. This warranty covers only defects in material and workmanship. LGE will NOT pay for: 1. Expendable items that can wear out, including, but not limited to, filters and belts. 2. A service technician to instruct the user in correct product assembly, operation or maintenance. 3. A service technician to clean or maintain this product. 4. Damage to or failure of this product if it is not assembled, operated or maintained according to all instructions supplied with this product. 5. Damage to or failure of this product resulting from accident, abuse, misuse or use for other than its intended purpose. 6. Damage to or failure of this product caused by the use of detergents, cleaners, chemicals or utensils other than those recommended in all instructions supplied with this product. 7. Damage to or failure of parts or systems resulting from unauthorized modifications made to this product. This warranty is extended to the original purchaser for products purchased for home use within the U.S.A. In Alaska, the warranty excludes the cost of shipping or service calls to your home. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so this exclusion or limitation may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from states to states. To know what your legal rights are, consult your local or state consumer affairs or your state s Attorney General. CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE INFORMATION: Retain your Sales Receipt to prove date of purchase. To Prove Warranty Coverage A copy of your Sales Receipt must be submitted at the time warranty service is provided. To Obtain Nearest Authorized Service Center or Sales Dealer, or to Obtain Product, Customer, or Service Assistance Call 1-800-243-0000 (Phone answered 24 hours - 365 days a year) and choose the appropriate prompt from the menu; or visit our website at: http://us.lgservice.com. (In Canada- Call 1-888-542-2623, website http://ca.lgservice.com) 21

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