Cordless Sweeper
OWNER’S MANUAL
Model V1725HY
4.8 Volt DC
For information or assistance:
EURO-PRO Operating LLC Operating LLC
94 Main Mill Street, Door 16
Plattsburgh, NY 12901
Tel: 1 (800) 798-7398
Attaching Wipes to Wipe Attachment
To attach wipes to the floor attachment: simply place the wipe on floor with the cling
strip facing up. Align the cling strip on the floor attachment with the cling strip on the
wipe and press down to attach. Always keep the zipper bag sealed to keep the wipes
moist.
To detach wipe from floor attachment: gently pull off and dispose of in the trash. Do
NOT flush!
Note: Do not use the wipes for wood floors on unfinished wood boards, non-sealed
tiles or carpeting.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using an electrical appliance, basic safety precautions should always be observed,
including the following
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1. Do not charge this unit outdoors.
2. Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.
3. Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used by or near
children.
Do not use the multi purpose wipes on unfinished, oiled or waxed wood floors
or on non-sealed tiles.
4. Use only as described in this manual. Use only manufacturer’s recommended
attachments.
5. Do not use with damaged cord or plug. Do not use cordless sweeper if it has
been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped in water. Return it to EURO-PRO
Operating LLC for examination, repair or adjustment.
6. Do not abuse the charger cord. Never carry the charger or base by the cord or yank to
disconnect from an outlet; instead grasp the charger and pull to disconnect.
7. Keep charger cord away from heated surfaces.
8. This product includes rechargeable nickel cadmium batteries. Batteries must be
recycled or disposed of properly. Do not incinerate batteries or expose to high
temperatures, as they may explode.
9. Do not handle plug or appliance with wet hands.
10. 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.
Care and Maintenance
To improve the performance and life of your unit, we recommend you do the
following:
1. Once a month clean the unit with a dry cloth, including the chamber which the
dust container fits into. Remove any hair, fiber or other materials that may have
built up in the chamber, on the rotating brush.
2. Don’t use abrasive materials to clean the sweeper. Do not immerse the unit in
water.
3. Do not pick up liquids or use on wet floors.
4. Do not use on concrete, tar or similar rough surfaces .
5. Don’t pick up pieces of string or fabrics with the sweeper.
6. Do not clean tasseled or frayed carpets with the sweeper.
11. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body away from openings and
moving parts.
12. Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches, or hot
ashes.
13. Do not attempt to change accessories while unit is running.
14. Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.
15. Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids such as gasoline or use in
areas where they may be present.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
PROBLEM
POSSIBLE REASON
POSSIBLE SOLUTION
1. Batteries discharged.
2. No power in electrical
outlet supplying charging
adapter.
3. Unit needs servicing.
4. Battery misplaced.
1. Charge unit.
2. Check fuse or breaker.
Replace fuse/reset breaker.
3. Call Customer Service.
4. Match “+” on battery to
compartment “+”.
SWEEPER WILL NOT
OPERATE
16. Read and follow all label, operational and marking instructions.
17. Do not use charger with an extension cord. Plug charger directly into an electrical
outlet. Use charger only in a standard (120V., 60Hz) electrical outlet.
18. Do not use the cordless sweeper without dust container in place.
19. Store the cordless sweeper indoors. Store after use to prevent accidents.
20. Leaks from battery cells can occur under extreme conditions. If the liquid, which is 20-
35% solution of potassium hydroxide, gets on the skin - wash immediately with soap
and water or neutralize with a mild acid such as lemon juice or vinegar. If the liquid
gets into the eyes, flush them immediately with clean water for a minimum of 10
minutes and seek medical attention.
SWEEPER WILL NOT
PICK-UP
1. Dust container is full.
2. Unit needs recharging.
1. Empty dust container.
2. Charge unit.
DUST ESCAPING
FROM SWEEPER
1. Dust container is full.
1. Empty dust container.
21. Use only on dry, indoor surfaces.
1. Check for excessive material
on brush or in bottom of
sweeper. Remove obstruction
from brushes and/or sweeper.
2. Empty and clean dust
container.
22. Do not use for any purpose other than described in this user’s guide.
23. Do not attempt to use the charger with any other product or attempt to charge this
product with another charger. Use only charger model TechWorld AD-0720-UL-8 OR
AD-0815-UL8 supplied with this appliance.
ROTATING BRUSH
WILL NOT PICK UP
1. Unit clogged.
2. Dust container is full.
24. The appliance must be disconnected from the supply when removing the battery.
1. Electrical outlet not
working.
2. Charging Adapter not
working.
1. Check to ensure outlet is
working properly. (Easily
checked by plugging in
SWEEPER WILL NOT
CHARGE
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
another appliance.
3. Batteries no longer
functioning.
4. Unit left in on position.
2. Replace charging adapter.
3. See battery disposal pg. 7.
4. Press switch to “Off”.
FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
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Battery Removal & Disposal
NOTE: If uncertain as to how to remove your battery pack, we suggest
you take your sweeper to a reputable small appliance service
technician to have this service performed.
Follow these steps when battery removal is required.
This sweeper is equipped with Ni-Cd batteries and you need to dispose of them
properly. When the batteries are no longer good for use, they must be removed from
the sweeper for disposal. Do not remove the batteries for any reason other than
disposal of them. Call your nearest recycling center for information on the
recycling and disposal of Ni-Cd batteries.
Model: V1725HY
4.8 Volt DC
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WARNING: You must never use ordinary batteries for replacement
as these may leak and cause damage. Use only
battery pack X9725H provided by EURO-PRO
Operating LLC for replacement.
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Removal of Battery Pack
1. Remove the extention handles and dust cup container.
2. Turn unit over so that the base is facing upwards. Be careful not to turn the unit
ON. (Fig. 10)
3. Push in locking tab and lift off battery compartment cover. (Fig. 11)
4. Lift out battery pack and set aside.
5. Insert the new battery pack into unit, ensuring that the Positive (+) terminal of
the battery pack corresponds with the positive (+) making inside the battery
compartment. Replace the battery compartment cover making certain that the
locking tab snaps in place.
IMPORTANT: This appliance contains Ni-Cd batteries. The batteries
must be recycled or disposed of in accordance with local
regulations. Please consult your Yellow Pages or local
recycling center for more information.
8. Lower Handle
9. Metal Extension Handles
10. Upper Handle
11. Charging Adapter: Use Only
TechWorld AD-0720-UL-8 7,V-200 mA
or AD-0815-UL8 7,5V-150mA
12. Floor Attachment
1. Sweeper Power Head
2. On / Off Switch
3. Charging Light Indicator
4. Dust Cup (Container)
5. Rotating Brush
Locking
Tab
6. Transparent Brush Cover
7. Charging Jack
13. Multi-purpose and wood floor wipes
Illustrations may differ from actual product.
NOTE: Cordless Sweeper Model V1725H is shipped with the batteries
uncharged. Charging of the unit for 20 hours prior to first use
is required. Use replacement battery # X9725H only.
Fig. 10
Fig. 11
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CHARGING THE CORDLESS SWEEPER
ASSEMBLING YOUR CORDLESS SWEEPER
Before you start:
Your Cordless Sweeper will require very little assembly. You should remove it
from the carton and familiarize yourself with all the components listed per the
exploded view drawing (pg.2) This will help you in the assembly and operation of
your cordless sweeper.
1. Connect the charger plug to the charging jack or hole on the back of the
sweeper. Plug the the charging adapter into the wall outlet. (120V., 60Hz.) Use only
TechWorld Charger AD-0720-UL-8 or AD-0815-UL8. (Fig. 9)
2. This cordless sweeper is powered by Ni-Cd batteries. Before first use,
they must be charged for a minimum of 20 hours.
3. When recharging the unit, the "On/Off" switch must be in the "OFF" position.
4. The charging light indicator on the top of the sweeper will illuminate to indicate that
the sweeper is properly charging.
Note: The charging adapter is shipped inside the dust cup.
5. To recharge, repeat step #1 above. Charging times will vary depending upon
the amount of usage between charging cycles.
Lower Handle
Fig. 1
Fig. 2
1. Insert the lower handle - small end - into the sweeper power head, or the floor
attachment (Fig.3) Push until firmly in place. (Fig. 1) HANDLE CAN BE ROTATED
FOR PROPER USE.
Fig. 9
2. Assemble the metal extension handles by pushing the plastic insert into the mating
metal tube. Push until only small portion of insert is visible or you cannot press any
farther into the tubing. Push the handle assembly into the upper handle.
NOTE: One metal extension tube has a different plastic insert. This tube should
be on the bottom of the handle.
NOTE: If, when you place the sweeper to recharge and the charging indicator
light does NOT illuminate, then press the On/Off button once to turn the
sweeper off. The charging indicator light should now light up.
Insert the handle assembly into the lower handle so that the tab on the plastic
insert snaps into the open slot on the lower handle. (Fig. 3)
NOTE: Peak performance may only be realized after the unit has been
charged and discharged two (2) or three (3) times.
Insert into Lower
Handle
IMPORTANT: To maintain peak performance of your cordless sweeper, it is
recommended that the unit be fully discharged, then
completely re-charged at least once a month.
CAUTION
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Use only with the battery pack supplied with the unit.
Do not attempt to remove the battery pack from the unit to charge it.
Never attempt to throw the battery pack or unit into a fire or incinerate it.
Do not attempt to remove or damage the battery casing.
Fig. 3
Battery must be recycled or disposed of properly at the end of it's service life.
3. Place the handle into the upward storage position.
4. Plug the charging adapter into the sweeper power head charging jack. Plug
the charging adapter cord into a standard electrical outlet (120V, 60Hz.). The green
charging indicator should illuminate. If it does not, depress the On/Off switch one
time.
STORING THE CORDLESS SWEEPER
Your cordless sweeper may be stored by using the slot on the back of the upper
handle and hanging it from a screw secured to a wall or other vertical surface.
Use a #6 flat or pan head screw with the appropriate hardware for the surface
that the sweeper will be mounted on, (i.e. gyproc). Allow the screw head to
extend a approximately 3/16" from the mounting surface. Always empty your
sweeper before hanging up for storage.
CAUTION: ALWAYS USE ADAPTOR SUPPLIED (ONLY)
WITH SWEEPER.
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HOW TO OPERATE YOUR CORDLESS SWEEPER
CLEANING THE DUST CONTAINER
To achieve the best performance, empty the dust container after each use.
1. Pull the dust container straight out from the side. (Fig. 6)
1. Before using, please ensure that the cordless sweeper
has been initially charged for 20 hours.
Your cordless sweeper will only operate properly when the batteries are fully
charged. Your sweeper will operate for varying lengths of time on a full charge.
This will depend upon the type of surface being cleaned. (Longer operating time on
bare floors vs carpets.)
2. Push the On/Off switch to operate the unit. To turn off, press switch again. (Fig.4)
"On/Off" switch
Fig. 6
2. Empty dust container contents. (Fig. 7) If desired- you may rinse with water to
clean the dust container - but dry thoroughly before replacing on the sweeper.
Fig. 4
CAUTION: Any electronic or electrical appliance should
not be stored in or exposed to areas of high
heat or humidity. Do not store your cordless
sweeper close to stoves, radiators, furnaces
or in a bathroom or bathing area.
Fig. 7
3. To release the handle to a comfortable position, apply pressure to the top of
the sweeper head with your foot while pulling back on the handle. (Fig. 5)
3. Replace dust container on cordless sweeper.
4. Periodically remove the transparent brush cover on the front of the cordless
sweeper and remove any build up of lint, hair or fiber on the rotating brush. To
remove the cover - grip the cover from the bottom, pull out and upward until
the cover unlocks from the side slots and tabs located on the top of the
sweeper. (Fig. 8)
Fig. 8
Fig. 5
CAUTION: Do not accidentally turn unit on while cleaning.
Do not clean while unit is charging.
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