Troubleshooting; Checking For Blockages - Vax Blade 2 Max User Manual

Checking for blockages

1. Press the handheld release button and
remove the reach wand. Check and clear
any dirt and debris from the handheld
connection point and the bin inlet.
(Fig. 23/1)
2. Check the powered head for any
blockages and use a blunt object to
remove the blockage. (Fig. 23/2)
3. To test for a blockage in the reach
wand, drop a small ball of paper into the
wand. The paper will drop through if
the wand is clear. Use a broom handle
or similar blunt object to remove any
blockage (Fig. 23/3).

TROUBLESHOOTING

There is an accessory missing
Check the contents (Fig. 2 )
Why does the stick vac have no power?
The stick vac may need recharging.
Go to Charging the stick vac.
The motor thermostat may have
tripped. Empty the dirt container and
check for blockages. Clean the filters
and allow the stick vac to cool for
approximately 1 hour. If you have washed
the filters, wait 24 hours to fully dry
before placing back on the stick vac.
Why won't the stick vac pick up?
The dirt container may be blocked.
Check the dirt container and hand held
inlet for blockages.
Go to Emptying the dirt container.
The filters may be clogged. Go to
Cleaning the filter and separator.
There maybe a blockage.
Go to Checking for blockages.
The brushbar on the powered head
has not been activated. Go to Using the
stick vac.
The powered head may be blocked.
Go to Cleaning and replacing the
powered head brushbar.
The stick vac, powered head and
reach wand may not be correctly fitted.
Go to Unpacking and assembly.
Why is there a red light on the unit?
Battery charge is running low (<20%).
Go to Charging the stick vac.
Why is there a red light on the
powered head?
The powered head brushbar has been
obstructed. Go to Cleaning and replacing
the powered head brushbar.
Why won't the powered head turn?
The brushbar on the powered head
has not been activated. Go to Using the
stick vac.
The tool/brushbar may be obstructed.
Go to Cleaning and replacing the
powered head brushbar.
The stick vac, powered head and
reach wand may not be correctly fitted.
Go to Unpacking and assembly.
The belt on the tool may be broken.
Go to Removing and replacing the
powered head belt.
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