Troubleshooting; Safety - Vax Rapide XL Easy Manual

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Troubleshooting

Problem
Cleaner won't run
Vacuum won't pick up/loss of
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suction
Water escaping from the
Vacuum
Cleaner attachments won't
spray
Cleaner won't dispense solution
No soap dispensing
Will not dispense water

Safety

• Do not leave the appliance when plugged in. Unplug it from socket when not in use.
• To prevent electric shock do not use outdoors
• Not to be used as a toy. Close supervision is necessary when used by or near children or the infirm.
• Use only as described in this user guide.
• Do not use with a damaged cord or plug.
• Do not pull or carry by the cord, use the cord as a handle, allow the cord to come into contact with hot or sharp surfaces or
close a door on the cord.
• Do not unplug by pulling on the cord.
• Do not handle the plug or appliance with wet hands.
• Do not put any objects into openings or operate with openings blocked, keep them free of anything that may reduce airflow.
• Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of the body away from openings and moving parts.
• Do not vacuum any glowing, burning or smoking particles.
• Do not use without the solution reservoir and dirty water tank in place.
• Turn off all controls before unplugging.
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• Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids such as petrol, or use in areas where they may be present.
• Keep the carpet washer on the floor.
• Do not use an extension cord with this carpet washer.
• Do not attempt to remove blockages with sharp objects as they may cause damage.
• Store the carpet washer indoors. Put the carpet washer away after use to prevent tripping accidents.
• Using improper voltage may result in damage to the motor and possible injury to the user. The correct
voltage is listed on the ratings plate.
• If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified
persons in order to avoid hazard.
• This carpet washer is intended for household use only.
• The appliance must be unplugged from the mains socket outlet after use, and before cleaning or maintaining the appliance.
• A hazard may occur if the appliance runs over the power supply cord.
• Carpets should be dry vacuumed thoroughly before washing with the Rapide XL and Rapide XL Pro.
For further information in the UK, call the VAX HELPLINE : 0870 606 1248
Possible Cause
• Power cord not firmly pushed into
a mains socket.
• Blown fuse or tripped circuit breaker.
• Nozzle hose attachment cover not
closed.
• Dirty water tank is not installed
correctly.
• Nozzle not installed correctly.
• Floor/Tool selector in wrong position.
• Dirty water tank is full.
• Brushbar worn.
• Broken or worn belt.
• Nozzle/Dirt passage clogged.
• Clogged hose inlet.
• Dirty water tank is full.
• Dirty water tank not installed correctly
• Hose not installed correctly.
• Solution tank not installed correctly.
• Water supply hose not connected
properly
• Solution tank not installed correctly
• Pick up tube blocked.
• No soap.
• Soap switch off.
• Soap tank empty with soap power ON
Possible solution
• Plug cord in firmly.
• Check fuse/breaker. Replace fuse or
reset breaker.
• Close the hose attachment cover.
• See 'Emptying the dirty water tank'
• See 'Emptying the dirty water tank'.
• Move selector to the correct position.
• Empty dirty water tank.
• Replace the brushbar.
• Replace the belt.
• Remove hose, remove obstruction.
• Remove hose, clean inlet.
• See 'How to operate your cleaner'.
• See 'Emptying the dirty water tank'.
• See 'Emptying the dirty water tank'
• See 'Hose attachments'.
• See 'How to operate your cleaner'.
• See 'Hose attachments'.
• See 'How to operate your cleaner'.
• Clean pick up tube by soaking in water
• Fill soap tank with Vax AAA Carpet Cleaner.
• Turn soap switch on.
• Fill soap tank or shut soap power OFF.