Push the plastic end of the hose into the connector point at the base of the unit.
Connect the plastic collar on the hose into the connecting point on the vacuum head, pushing the tabs and twisting clockwise slightly to secure.
Set the now-connected wand upright until it clicks.
Open the front access panel on the main canister. Connect the other end of the wand to the suction port, pushing the tabs in and twisting clockwise until it clicks.
Open the battery compartment and position the batteries inside the compartment, lining up the "+" sign on the battery with the "+" sign in the battery compartment. Press each battery in firmly and close the compartment. The batteries will allow the vacuum to be used for a short time without being plugged into a power outlet.
Connect the power cord to a power outlet before use.