Vax V-015 User Guide.qxd 22/9/06 12:17 Page 1 Vax careline 0870 6061248 V-015 TT Bagless upright vacuum cleaner Vax model number: V-015 www.vax.co.uk instruction manual Upright Please read carefully before using this cleaner. Always fully extend the mains cable before use. Retain for future reference.
Vax V-015 User Guide.qxd 22/9/06 12:17 Page 2 Vax V-015 1. Diagram 1 2 12 13 3 16 14 10 4 5 6 7 17 8 15 9 11 Fig.
Vax V-015 User Guide.qxd 22/9/06 12:17 Page 3 user guide 2. Safety Information FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY. When using the vacuum cleaner, basic safety precautions should always be observed, including the following: 1. Only use the vacuum cleaner indoors on dry surfaces. 2. Turn off the vacuum cleaner controls before connecting to or disconnecting from the mains supply. 3. Always unplug the vacuum cleaner before connecting or disconnecting the vacuum hose. 4. Use only as described in this manual.
Vax V-015 User Guide.qxd 22/9/06 12:17 Page 4 Vax V-015 3. Use and Function Slide the handle onto the top of the main body of the vacuum. Insert double pronged hole cover into front screw holes (located behind the carry handle. Secure in place using the two long Phillips head screws provided. Assembly of the Hose: Screw in appropriate end of the hose into the hold in between the cord holders. Feed hose through the base holding point, clip into side clip, loop over top holding point (see Fig.
Vax V-015 User Guide.qxd 22/9/06 12:17 Page 5 user guide Fig.3/4 The accessories provided are as follows: Crevice Tool: Use the crevice tool for radiators, crevices, corners, skirting boards and between cushions. Dusting Brush: Ideal for window sills, curtains, shelving, and general dust lifting off furniture and fittings around the home. TurboTool: For pet hairs, stairs and upholstery. The TurboTool should be pulled backwards across the surface that is being cleaned for optimum performance. Fig.
Vax V-015 User Guide.qxd 22/9/06 12:17 Page 6 Vax V-015 Remove the lid of the dirt container (see Fig.4/3). WARNING: Always empty dirt container and clean HEPA filter before each use and during prolonged usage to avoid motor damage. ! Cleaning the pre-motor filter Behind the dirt container, just under the carry handle is a pre-motor filter in the form of a small rectangle shaped piece of foam. This can be cleaned in the same way as the HEPA filter and can also be had washed under the cold tap.
Vax V-015 User Guide.qxd 22/9/06 12:17 Page 7 user guide 5. Maintenance Cleaning and Changing the Belt WARNING: Always turn power off before performing any maintenance on the cleaner to reduce chance of an electric shock. 1. Turn vacuum off and unplug from power supply. Press handle release button and recline vacuum to lowest level and lie on a flat surface. 2. Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove the two screws on the topside of the cleaning head (see Fig.5/1) to release the top cover. (see Fig.
Vax V-015 User Guide.qxd 22/9/06 12:17 Page 8 Vax V-015 ! ! 6.! Troubleshooting ! WARNING: TO REDUCE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY UNPLUG VACUUM CLEANER BEFORE SERVICING PROBLEM: Cleaner won’t run Cause: Not properly plugged into electrical outlet. Solution: Plug cord in firmly. Cause: No electricity in wall outlet. Solution: Check fuse or breaker. Cause: On/off switch not turned on. Solution: Push on/off switch to on. Cause: Motor thermostat tripped. Solution: Reset motor thermostat (see page 3).
Vax V-015 User Guide.qxd 22/9/06 12:17 Page 9 user guide 7. UK Service & Help Vax Care 0870 6061248 Monday-Friday. 9.00am to 5.00pm. An answerphone will be available out of these hours. Any queries or concerns about using your Vax, call the Vax Careline. Calls are charged at the UK national rate. Please make a note of the model number and serial number of your Vax before calling. There are over 400 approved Vax Service Agents in the UK.
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Vax V-015 User Guide.qxd 22/9/06 12:17 Page 12 EEC STATEMENT OF COMPLIANCE Manufacturer/EEC importer: Vax Limited, hereby on our own responsibility, declare that the V-015 is manufactured in compliance with the following Directives: Safety: 73/23/EEC 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. Check with your Local Authority or retailer for recycling advice.
