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VCW-04 Commercial Cleaner User Guide v5.qxd:UG 27/1/09 16:52 Page 1 V V a a x x C C a a r r e e l l i i n n e e COMMERCIAL 0870 1129 145 (UK only) VCW 04...
FOR FURTHER USE. cord and/or plug is damaged, they must be replaced by the manufacturer, a Vax Service Agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid hazard. 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.
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VCW-04 Commercial Cleaner User Guide v5.qxd:UG 27/1/09 16:52 Page 4 vaxcommercial.co.uk 3. Assembly Attach upper handle Remove clean solution tank (upper tank) (Fig.3/1). Fig.3/4 Fig.3/7 When handle sections are completely together, squeeze trigger and depress Clean Surge button on upper handle.You will hear a “snap”...
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VCW-04 Commercial Cleaner User Guide v5.qxd:UG 27/1/09 16:52 Page 5 Vax Commercial Careline 0870 1129 145 Solution tube Tool holder Converter Fig.3/10 Fig.3/7 Replace clean solution tank (upper tank) by positioning Wrap hose around hook on upper handle . bottom first.
VCW-04 Commercial Cleaner User Guide v5.qxd:UG 27/1/09 16:52 Page 6 vaxcommercial.co.uk Wash tool 4. Operation To store wash tool, open tool door, place nozzle in bracket IMPORTANT: Operate carpet cleaning machine only and fit it securely into position. To remove, reverse this at voltage specified on data plate on back of cleaner.
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Snap cover back into position (Fig.4/7). Fig.4/4 Brush speed selector Your VCW-04 carpet cleaner has three agitator brush settings. Hl - for normal cleaning of carpet LO - for gentle cleaning of carpets OFF - for cleaning carpets when brushing is not desired.
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For carpet, carpeted stairs and upholstery: NOTE: Cap must be locked in place for proper performance and to prevent leaking (Fig4/13). Fill cap to fill line (150ml) with Vax Carpet/Upholstery Detergent. NOTE: Use only Vax detergents. They are specially formulated for use with your VCW-04 carpet cleaner.
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VCW-04 Commercial Cleaner User Guide v5.qxd:UG 27/1/09 16:52 Page 9 Vax Commercial Careline 0870 1129 145 Position bottom of tank into unit and press on tank handle to snap tank into place (Fig4/14). Rear of tank Fig.4/16 The lid replaces in a hinge-like manner. Position the front Fig.4/14...
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(Fig.5/1). vacuum cleaner with cleaning tool attachments. Use a crevice tool to reach into tufts and folds. Do not use the VCW-04 carpet cleaning machine as a dry vacuum cleaner. For upholstery, check cleaning code - Use your VCW-04 cleaning machine only if the upholstery fabric is marked as Fig.5/2...
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Picking up spills room farthest from the door or path to sink where tanks Your VCW-04 carpet cleaner may also be used to pick up will be emptied and filled. Step on handle release pedal and small liquid spills (3L or less, never to exceed 1cm in lower handle to operating position;...
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VCW-04 Commercial Cleaner User Guide v5.qxd:UG 27/1/09 16:52 Page 12 vaxcommercial.co.uk How to attach hose NOTE: Disconnect carpet cleaner from electrical outlet. To prevent possible leaking, remove clean solution tank by pressing down on tank handle and pulling forward; set tank aside (do not set tank on furniture).
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VCW-04 Commercial Cleaner User Guide v5.qxd:UG 27/1/09 16:52 Page 13 Vax Commercial Careline 0870 1129 145 Tabs Fig.5/12 Fig.5/14 Attach tool to connector end of hose by sliding it onto Occasionally, debris may become lodged inside of the hose connector until the tab locks it securely.
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VCW-04 Commercial Cleaner User Guide v5.qxd:UG 27/1/09 16:52 Page 14 vaxcommercial.co.uk NOTE: Slide panel down until it snaps firmly in place (Fig Pull tool slowly over carpet without pressing trigger (dry 5/17). stroke) (Fig 5/19). Front panel Fig.5/17 Fig.5/19 Fig.5/2...
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VCW-04 Commercial Cleaner User Guide v5.qxd:UG 27/1/09 16:52 Page 15 Vax Commercial Careline 0870 1129 145 Dry hands and plug carpet cleaner into a suitable power instructions on page 10 and “After using tool” instructions outlet (Fig 5/20) on page 13.
VCW-04 Commercial Cleaner User Guide v5.qxd:UG 27/1/09 16:52 Page 16 vaxcommercial.co.uk 6. Maintenance To replace brushes Align posts on both ends of brush assembly with slots (D) Removable brushes in cleaner housing. Your carpet cleaner is equipped with removable brushes Make sure that square post also aligns with square hole.
VCW-04 Commercial Cleaner User Guide v5.qxd:UG 27/1/09 16:52 Page 17 Vax Commercial Careline 0870 1129 145 7. Storage 8. Troubleshooting Before storing: WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury, unplug Empty solution tank and rinse thoroughly with clean the carpet washer before performing maintenance or water.
Clean water tank - 4 litres An answerphone is available outside of these hours. Any Dirty water tank - 3 litres queries or concerns about using the Vax, please call the Cord length: 12 metres Vax Commercial Careline. Calls are charged at the UK Weight: 12.8kg...
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COMMERCIAL EEC STATEMENT OF COMPLIANCE Manufacturer/EEC importer: Vax Limited, hereby on our own responsibility, declare that the Vax Commercial VCW-04 carpet cleaner is manufactured in compliance with the following Directives: Safety: 2006/95/EC Low Voltage Directive EMC: 2004/108/EC Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive Waste electrical products should not be disposed of with household waste.
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