1. Isingeniso
Thank you for choosing the Solac AS3220 Apollo Silent Bagless Canister Vacuum Cleaner. This manual provides essential information for the safe and efficient use, maintenance, and troubleshooting of your appliance. Please read these instructions carefully before first use and keep them for future reference.
2. Iziyalezo Zokuphepha
- Ngaso sonke isikhathi qinisekisa umthamo wokuphakelwa kukagesitage matches the rating label on the vacuum cleaner.
- Do not use the vacuum cleaner to pick up water or other liquids, hot ashes, sharp objects, or flammable substances.
- Gcina izinwele, izingubo ezixegayo, iminwe, nazo zonke izingxenye zomzimba kude nezintuba nezinyakazayo.
- Unplug the appliance from the power outlet before cleaning or performing any maintenance.
- Do not operate the vacuum cleaner with a damaged cord or plug. If the cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent, or similarly qualified persons to avoid a hazard.
- Lolu hlelo lokusebenza luhloselwe ukusetshenziswa ekhaya kuphela.
3. Okuqukethwe Kwephakheji
Carefully unpack your Solac AS3220 Apollo Silent vacuum cleaner and check that all items are present and in good condition. The package should contain:
- Solac AS3220 Vacuum Cleaner Unit
- I-Hose eguquguqukayo
- I-Telescopic Tube
- Umhubhe Waphansi
- Ithuluzi le-Crevice
- Ibhulashi le-Upholstery
- Imaniwali yosebenzisayo
4. Setha
Landela lezi zinyathelo ukuze uhlanganise i-vacuum cleaner yakho ngaphambi kokuyisebenzisa okokuqala:
- Namathisela i-Flexible Hose: Insert the hose connector firmly into the suction inlet on the main vacuum cleaner unit until it clicks into place.
- Xhuma Ishubhu yeTelescopic: Attach the handle end of the flexible hose to the wider end of the telescopic tube.
- Namathisela i-Floor Nozzle: Connect the floor nozzle to the narrower end of the telescopic tube. Ensure it is securely fitted.

Image 1: The Solac AS3220 Apollo Silent vacuum cleaner floor nozzle. This image shows the main floor cleaning attachment, featuring the 'Solac' brand logo and 'XXL' marking, indicating a wide cleaning path. It includes a foot-operated switch for adjusting brush settings.
- Ukuxhuma kwamandla: Extend the power cord from the vacuum cleaner and plug it into a suitable electrical outlet.
5. Iziqondiso Zokusebenza
Your Solac AS3220 Apollo Silent vacuum cleaner is designed for efficient cleaning on various surfaces.
- Vula/Vala: Cindezela inkinobho yamandla etholakala kuyunithi eyinhloko ukuze uqale noma umise isicoci se-vacuum.
- I-Cord Rewind: Press the cord rewind button to automatically retract the power cord. Always hold the plug when rewinding to prevent injury.
- Ukulungisa ukudonsa: Use the air flow control slider on the hose handle to adjust the suction power for different cleaning tasks. Close the slider for maximum suction, open it to reduce suction for delicate surfaces.
- Using the Floor Nozzle: The floor nozzle typically has a switch to adjust for hard floors or carpets. Press the switch with your foot to extend or retract the brushes as needed.
- Ukusebenzisa Okunamathiselwe: For specific cleaning tasks, detach the floor nozzle and attach the crevice tool for narrow spaces or the upholstery brush for furniture and curtains.
6. Isondlo
Ukunakekelwa okuvamile kuqinisekisa ukusebenza kahle futhi kwelula impilo yesicoci se-vacuum yakho.
6.1 Ukuthulula Isitsha Sothuli
- Qinisekisa ukuthi i-vacuum cleaner ayixhunyiwe ku-outlet kagesi.
- Locate the dust container release button on the main unit. Press it to detach the dust container.
- Carefully remove the dust container from the vacuum cleaner.
- Open the dust container over a waste bin and empty its contents.
- Close the dust container and reattach it to the vacuum cleaner unit until it clicks securely into place.
6.2 Ukuhlanza Izihlungi
The Solac AS3220 uses a cartridge filter system. Filters should be cleaned regularly to maintain suction power.
- With the dust container removed, locate the filters. There is typically a pre-motor filter and an exhaust filter.
- Remove the filters according to the markings on the filter housing.
- Tap the filters gently over a waste bin to remove loose dust. For thorough cleaning, rinse the filters under cold running water.
- Vumela izihlungi zome ngokuphelele okungenani amahora angama-24 ngaphambi kokuphinda uzifake. Ungasebenzisi umshini wokomisa izinwele noma ezinye izinto zokushisisa.
- Reinsert the dry filters into their respective compartments and reattach the dust container.
6.3 Ukuhlanza Okunamathiselwe
Wipe attachments with a damp cloth. Ensure they are dry before reattaching them to the vacuum cleaner.
7. Ukuxazulula izinkinga
Ngaphambi kokuxhumana nesevisi yamakhasimende, sicela ubheke umhlahlandlela wokuxazulula inkinga olandelayo:
| Inkinga | Imbangela Engenzeka | Isixazululo |
|---|---|---|
| Isicoci se-vacuum asivuli. | Akukho ukunikezwa kwamandla. Inkinobho yamandla ayicindezelwanga. | Hlola ukuthi ipulaki ifakwe ngokuvikelekile yini endaweni yokuphuma. Cindezela inkinobho yamandla ngokuqinile. |
| Amandla okumunca aphansi. | Isiqukathi sothuli sigcwele. Izihlungi zingcolile. Hose or attachments blocked. | Thulula isitsha sothuli. Hlanza noma shintsha izihlungi. Check and clear any blockages in the hose, telescopic tube, or attachments. |
| Umsindo ongajwayelekile ngesikhathi sokusebenza. | Blockage in the air path. Inkinga yemoto. | Hlola futhi ususe noma yikuphi ukuvinjwa. Uma umsindo uqhubeka, xhumana nokwesekwa kwamakhasimende. |
| Uthuli oluphuma ku-vacuum. | Dust container not properly closed. Filters not correctly installed or damaged. | Ensure the dust container is securely latched. Check filter installation and condition; replace if damaged. |
8. Imininingwane
- Inombolo Yemodeli: AS3220
- Ibhrendi: I-Solac
- Amandla: 1800 Watts
- Izinga Lomsindo: 71 Decibel
- Uhlobo Lwesihlungi: Ikhatriji
- Isici esikhethekile: Abangenasikhwama
- I-Form Factor: I-canister
- Isisindo: Cishe 9.62 Kilogram
- Ubukhulu (Iphakheji): 52.6 x 36.2 x 33.4 cm
9. Iwaranti kanye Nokusekela
Your Solac AS3220 Apollo Silent vacuum cleaner comes with a standard manufacturer's warranty. Please refer to the warranty card included in your package for specific terms and conditions. For technical support, spare parts, or service inquiries, please contact your local Solac authorized service center or visit the official Solac webindawo.