Let’s talk safety This vacuum cleaner is intended for household use only and NOT for commercial or industrial use. READ ALL THE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING Basic THIS APPLIANCE safety • Only use the vacuum cleaner indoors and keep the area you’re precautions cleaning well lit.
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• Only Vax recommend tools and accessories should be used with this vacuum cleaner • Vax recommends the use of a Residual Current Device rating of 30 mA or less. • If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, or similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard, or invalidating the warranty.
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Maintaining your carpets will ensure they keep their appearance for longer. You’ve chosen the carpets and hard floors for your home for a reason and Vax will help you take good care of them.
Contents Vax Performance Included with your machine Let’s talk safety Getting to know your machine Hose and handle Getting started Dusting brush Using your machine Taking care of your machine Crevice tool What to do if it goes wrong Upholstery tool...
CAUTION: Always switch off the vacuum cleaner before connecting or disconnecting the hose/attachments, or removing and emptying the dirt container. Keep you Vax like new IMPORTANT: The condition of the filters affects the performance of your machine. Please check, clean and replace filters periodically (depending on the level of use).
Using your machine Operating the appliance Fully unwind the power cord. Adjust the variable power dial to A yellow mark on the cord increase or decrease the suction. indicates the recommended cord length. Do not exceed the cord length beyond the yellow mark.
Taking care of your machine WARNING: Always switch off and unplug the vacuum cleaner from the electrical socket before assembling, opening or emptying the dirt container or before connecting/disconnecting the attachments. IMPORTANT: Filters need to be cleaned everytime you empty the dirt container for best cleaning results. Do not use your vacuum cleaner with blocked filters and without ALL the filters in place.
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Taking care of your machine Cleaning the pre-motor filter IMPORTANT: Water temperature should not exceed 40°C when washing the pre-motor filter. Allow to dry completely before replacing in the vacuum cleaner. Tap to remove excess dirt for a quick clean. 40�C max 24hr Wash when a deeper clean...
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Taking care of your machine NOTE: The shroud is accessed by removing the dirt container lid and is located underneath the pre-motor filter. IMPORTANT: Water temperature should not exceed 40°C when washing the shroud. Allow to dry completely before replacing in the vacuum cleaner. Cleaning the shroud 40�C max 24hr...
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Taking care of your machine Cleaning the post-motor filter WARNING: Do not wash post-motor filter. Tap to clean. Clearing blockages WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock, the power cord must be disconnected before performing maintenance/troubleshooting checks. Turn the vacuum cleaner off and unplug from the electrical socket. Hose blockages Accessory blockages The flexible hose may be disconnected from the vacuum...
Getting in touch * Calls are charged at the standard local rate. Please make a note of the serial number and model number of the vacuum cleaner before calling.
Accessories Don’t forget your accessories! Order at: www.vax.com.au / www.vax.co.nz Pro Cleaning Kit Model no. VPCK Crevice tool For awkward gaps and crevices. Upholstery attachment Gently cleans large areas of upholstery, curtains, sofas and chairs. Pet hair removal attachment Tackles stubborn pet hair on furniture, rugs and carpets.
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Distributed by Techtronic Industries Australia Pty Ltd 31 Gilby Road, Mount Waverley, VIC 3149, Melbourne, Australia Careline AU: 1300 VAX AUS (1300 829 287) www.vax.com.au Techtronic Industries N.Z. Limited 2 Landing Drive, Mangere, Auckland, 2022, New Zealand Careline NZ: 0800 VAX NZL (0800 829 695) www.vax.co.nz...