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 THIS APPLIANCE Basic • Only use the vacuum cleaner indoors and keep the area you’re safety 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 fl oors 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 Using your machine 3 in 1 tool Taking care of your machine Hard fl oor brush What to do if it goes wrong...
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 fi lters aff ects the performance of your machine. Please check, clean and replace fi lters periodically (depending on the level of use).
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Getting started Connect wand Connect nozzle Push Hand Grip (D) fi rmly into Push the opposite end of Wand end of Wand (E) until Latch fi rmly into Power Nozzle. clicks. Push button (F) on wand To remove, press on Nozzle to utilize telescopic feature.
Using your machine Cord release Grasp the end of the plug and pull to release cord from cord reel. WARNING: When pulling on the cord, yellow tape will identify when the cord is almost fully extended. When red tape is visible on the cord, the cord has reached its full length. (Do not pull the cord past the red tape.) Carry handle On-Off...
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Using your machine Floor surface selector Variable Suction Slide the Variable power slider (D) to close for maximum suction; open if power nozzle is diffi cult to push on some carpets or if lightweight rugs or draperies are being cleaned. Carpet, Rug or Hard Floor Cleaning Push brushroll button (C) to turn brushroll On and Off .
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Using your machine Attaching tools Tools may be attached directly to the hand grip or to the telescoping wand. Firmly push tool into the hand grip or wand. Twist tool slightly to tighten or loosen connection. Cord rewind/storage To return cord for storage, For convenience there is unplug from wall hold plug a parking slot located at the...
Taking care of your machine Cleaning the pre-motor fi lter Familiarise yourself with these home maintenance tasks as proper use and care of your cleaner will ensure continued cleaning eff ectiveness. Any other servicing should be done by an authorized service representative. If appliance is not working as it should, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, take it to a service center prior to continuing use.
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Taking care of your machine Cyclone separator WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury - Unplug vacuum before cleaning or servicing. Do not use vacuum without dirt cup or fi lters in place. IMPORTANT: The cyclone separator should not be submerged in water. How to Clean Hold the dirt cup and turn the Dirt and debris can be cleaned...
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Taking care of your machine Filters Rinsable Filter WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury - Unplug vacuum before servicing. Do not use vacuum without dirt cup or fi lters in place. Allow fi lter to dry completely before replacing. When to Clean It is recommended that the Rinsable fi lter be checked and cleaned at least every 2 months or more frequently with heavy use.
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Taking care of your machine Filter made with HEPA WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury - Unplug vacuum before cleaning or servicing. Do not use vacuum without dirt cup or fi lters in place. When to Clean It is recommended that the Filter Made With HEPA be checked and cleaned at least every 2 months or more frequently with heavy use.
Taking care of your machine Lubrication The motor and brushroll are equipped with bearings which contain suffi cient lubrication for their lifetime. The addition of lubricant could cause damage. Do not add lubricant to motor or brushroll. Checking for and clearing blockages WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury - Unplug vacuum before cleaning or removing hose, wands, tools and accessories to check for or clearing blockages.
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Taking care of your machine Checking for and clearing blockages Checking hose: While vacuum cleaner is off and unplugged. Remove wand and all attachments from hose. Plug in vacuum and turn on. Check suction level at the end of the hose. If low suction is detected, turn off vacuum and unplug.
What to do if it goes wrong Problem Solution • The filters may be clogged – Refer to “Taking care of your machine” Vacuum cleaner section regarding the filters. • The dirt cup is full or blocked – Refer to “Taking care of your machine” won’t pick up section regarding the dirt cup.
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What to do if it goes wrong Problem Solution • Blockage in nozzle connector – Remove blockage. • Brushroll not running – See section “Power nozzle brushroll Powerhead won’t pick up won’t run” above. • Brushroll brushes worn – Replace brushes. •...
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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.
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Accessories Don’t forget your accessories! Order at: www.vax.com.au / www.vax.co.nz Filter Pack Model no. VWCF Includes pre-motor filter and pre-motor filter.
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