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General Safety Information; Getting Started - Vax White C88-W2-B User Manual

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General Safety Information

This vacuum cleaner is intended for household use only and NOT for commercial or industrial use.
Please keep instructions for further use. When using the vacuum cleaner, basic safety precautions should always be observed,
including the following:
1.
Do not leave the vacuum cleaner unattended when plugged in. Unplug the appliance from the socket when not in use.
2.
Only use the vacuum cleaner indoors on dry surfaces.
3.
Turn off the on/off switch on the vacuum cleaner controls before disconnecting or connecting from the mains supply.
4.
Always unplug the vacuum cleaner before connecting or disconnecting the vacuum hose and accessories.
5.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
6.
This appliance is not intended for use by children under eight years of age and persons with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or
instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understands the hazards involved.
7.
Cleaning and maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.
8.
The appliance should only be used as described in the quick start guide or in the full online user guide.
9.
Only Vax recommended attachments should be used with this appliance.
10.
Do not use this vacuum cleaner if it has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors or dropped into water. Do not use
this vacuum cleaner with a damaged cord or plug. If the supply cord is damaged return the vacuum cleaner to a
Vax authorised Service Agent or a suitably qualified person for examination, repair or adjustment.
11.
Do not pull or carry this appliance by the cord. Do not use the cord as a handle, close a door on the cord or pull
the cord around sharp edges or corners. Do not run the vacuum cleaner over the cord. Keep the cord away from
heated surfaces.
12.
Do not handle the plug or the vacuum cleaner with wet hands.
13.
Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers and all parts of the body away from openings and moving parts.
14.
Do not pick up any hot coals, cigarette butts, matches or any hot, smoking or burning objects.
15.
Do not pick up any flammable or combustible materials (lighter fluid, petrol, kerosene etc.) or use in the presence
of explosive liquids or vapours.
16.
Do not vacuum up harmful or toxic material (chlorine, bleach, ammonia, drain cleaner etc.)
17.
Do not vacuum up hard or sharp objects such as glass, nails, screws, coins etc.
18.
Store the vacuum cleaner in a cool, dry area.
19.
Use only CE approved 13 amp extension cords. Non-approved cords may overheat. Care should be taken to arrange
the cord so that the cord cannot be tripped over.
20. Do not put any objects into openings. Do not use with any openings blocked and do not restrict airflow.
Keep all openings free of dust, lint, hair or anything that might reduce airflow.
21.
Do not use without all of the filters in place.
22. Take extra care when vacuuming on the stairs.
23. Please ensure that the brushbar is turned off when you are vacuuming on the stairs.
24. Keep vacuuming area well lit.
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PLEASE READ SAFETY INFORMATION BEFORE USE (p3)
Before plugging the cord into the electrical socket, make sure the switch is in the 'off' position.
Assembling your cylinder
Insert the end of the hose
Slot the metal telescopic
into the unit. Ensure the
extension tube and hose handle
hose has clicked into place.
together. All accessories can
be fitted to the end of the metal
telescopic extension tube and
hose handle.
How to use
Carpets
Hard Floors
Adjust the power by rotating
For use on carpets click rocker
the dial for different surfaces
switch forward. For use on hard
as required.
floors click rocker switch back.
Packing away and storage
Cable rewind button is located
For convenience there is a parking slot located at the rear of
at the rear of the machine.
the vacuum cleaner where the floor head and tubes can be
After unplugging press the
attached for storage and carrying.
cable rewind until the cord is
fully retracted.
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Getting Started

Fully unwind the power
Plug in and switch the
cord. A yellow mark on the
unit on by pressing the
cord indicates the
power button.
recommended cord length.
Do not exceed the cord
beyond the yellow mark.
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