Vax 8131A Pet&Stair Guide.qxd 13/6/07 17:34 Page 1 Vax model number: 8131 www.vax.co.uk instruction manual Multifunction Please read carefully before using this cleaner. Always fully extend the mains cable before use. Retain for future reference.
Vax 8131A Pet&Stair Guide.qxd 13/6/07 17:34 Page 2 www.vax.co.uk 1. Diagram 8131 Pets and Stairs 1 2 5 3 4 6 7 13 14 10 9 15 8 11 12 16 17 18 Fig.
Vax 8131A Pet&Stair Guide.qxd 13/6/07 17:34 2. Safety Information FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY. When using the vacuum cleaner, basic safety precautions should always be observed, including the following: Page 3 21. Using improper voltage may result in damage to the motor and possible injury to the user. The correct voltage is listed on the rating label. 22. A hazard may occur if the carpet washer runs over the power supply cord. 1. Do not leave the carpet washer unattended when plugged in.
Vax 8131A Pet&Stair Guide.qxd 13/6/07 17:34 Page 4 www.vax.co.uk 3. Initial Set Up IMPORTANT: Always unplug the vacuum cleaner from the electrical outlet before assembling or removing the accessories. ! 4. Preparing the Unit for Carpet Washing IMPORTANT: Use only Vax AAA carpet cleaner with this machine. Using other cleaning solutions may cause excessive foaming and damage the unit. Using other soaps will void your warranty. ! WATER - Max. 40ยบ C Fig.3/1 Fig.4/1 Fig.3/2 Fig.4/2 Fig.
Vax 8131A Pet&Stair Guide.qxd 13/6/07 17:34 Page 5 5. Carpet Washing Instructions Fig.4/4 Fig.5/1 WASHING DRYING 2M Fig.5/2 2M Fig.4/5 Fig.
Vax 8131A Pet&Stair Guide.qxd 13/6/07 17:34 Page 6 www.vax.co.uk 6. Upholstery Washing Instructions 7. Cleaning Up After Use Fig.7/1 Fig.6/1 WASHING DRYING Fig.6/2 Fig.7/2 Fig.7/3 Fig.
Vax 8131A Pet&Stair Guide.qxd 13/6/07 17:34 Page 7 8. Maintaining Your Unit 9. Clearing Blockages Replace the cone filter regulalrly (Fig.8/1). WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock, the power cord must be disconnected before performing maintenance or troubleshooting checks. ! Turn the vacuum cleaner off and unplug from the electrical outlet.
Vax 8131A Pet&Stair Guide.qxd 13/6/07 17:34 Page 8 www.vax.co.uk Switch the vacuum cleaner off and disconnect the power plug from the electrical outlet. 10. Troubleshooting Lay the TurboBrush floor head on a flat surface and turn over to expose the brushbar. Using a pair of scissors, cut through any threads or hairs caught by the brushbar that have wrapped around the guides (Fig.9/3).
Vax 8131A Pet&Stair Guide.qxd 13/6/07 17:34 Page 9 11. Technical Specification Voltage: Wattage: Capacity: Filters: Cord length: Weight: 220-240V ~50Hz 1300W Clean water tank: 4 litres Dirty water tank: 8 litres Pre-motor filters Post-motor filter Cone filter 7.5m 7.5kg Subject to technical change without notice.
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Vax 8131A Pet&Stair Guide.qxd 13/6/07 17:34 Page 12 EEC STATEMENT OF COMPLIANCE Manufacturer/EEC importer: Vax Limited, hereby on our own responsibility, declare that the 8131Pets and Stairs multifunction cleaner is manufactured in compliance with the following Directives: Safety: 2006/95/EC Low Voltage Directive EMC: 89/336/EEC Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive Waste electrical products should not be disposed of with household waste. Please recycle where facilities exist.
