R C C O L L T E H E T I O N CANISTER FOR QUICK AND EASY USE OF YOUR DRY VACUUMS - WASHES CARPETS - PICKS UP SPILLS
Parts checklist Before using your VAX, please read ‘Important safety information’ on page 9 Cone filter unit Motor unit Clean water bucket Dirty water bucket 2 Extension tubes Transparent solution tube (With black plastic clips for fitting to Hose and Extension tubes) Hose and Hand grip 2 Dust bags Combination tool Dusting brush VAX Carpet Cleaner Crevice 2 Upholstery tool Dust bag connector Carpet washing tool
8 steps for easy vacuuming 1 Fit a dust bag by pushing it firmly onto the black knob on the dust bag connector. Push the shutter down so the hole is open The dust bag has diagrams showing exactly how to fit it. 2 Push the connector into the slot in the dirty water bucket 3 Push in the connector on the end of the hose. Turn it clockwise to lock 4 Fit the cone filter unit and motor unit Ensure the two retaining clips are secured. You may have to push down hard on the edges of the motor unit above the clips.
Looking after your VAX BEFORE USE 1 Always ensure that the cable is fully unwound from the motor unit 2 Do a dust bag check The suction power of your VAX will decrease considerably when the dust bag is full REGULARLY (when you buy a new pack of 3 dust bags) 1 Replace the cone filter Turn the retaining ring anti-clockwise and remove it. Lift out the filter and put in a new one. Replace the retaining ring. 2 Clean the black exhaust filter Push upwards on the plastic grille, it will release. Pull it out.
Getting ready to wash 1 Vacuum the area you intend to wash 2 Remove the motor unit, cone filter unit, hose, dust bag connector with bag attached and vacuuming tool Stop the dust coming out of the dust bag by closing the shutter on the dust bag connector and leaving it on the bag. 3 Fill the clean water bucket with warm water, to the level marked on it. Fit the clean water bucket into the dirty water bucket 4 Add VAX Carpet Cleaner to the clean water Refer to the instructions on the carpet cleaner bottle.
How to wash carpets FOR LONG PILE FOR SHORT PILE 1 2 3 4 5 2 Metres (6 feet) Set up your VAX as described on page 5 Switch ON Turn the suction power to the suitable wash setting Push the trigger forwards to the ON position Lay the hose, hand grip and extension tubes on the floor for a few moments This helps the water get to the washing tool faster. 6 When you see water swirling in the washing tool you are ready to start washing 7 Keep the bottom of the washing tool flat against the carpet.
How to: Suck up spills Unblock sinks SUCKING UP SPILLS If your washing machine floods or the deep freeze has been defrosted, leaving pools of water about, your VAX can help. 1 Set up for washing, but don’t connect the transparent tube or its trigger, or put water or cleaning solution in the clean water bucket If the spill is soapy, VAX Defoamer will be required in the dirty bucket. VAX Defoamer is available from your VAX Service Agent or from VAX direct.
Washing : If you have difficulties What to do after washing IF YOU HAVE WASHING DIFFICULTIES, CHECK.. 1 The trigger is switched to ON when washing carpets 2 The weight on the end of the transparent tube is at the bottom of the clean water bucket 3 The dirty water bucket may be full, causing the automatic cut off valve to stop the suction 4 There are no kinks in the transparent tube Remove kinks by rubbing the tube between finger and thumb.
Important safety information This ‘easy guide’ should be read completely and referred to at all times before using your VAX. This ‘easy guide’ should be retained with your VAX for future reference. If your VAX is sold or transferred to a new owner, this guide should be passed on so that the new owner can become acquainted with the machine and this information. The following information is provided in the interest of safety. Please read it before using your VAX.
VAX parts and accessories Items below are available from your Vax Service Agent or from VAX Direct. Paper dust bag (double walled) Available in packs of 3, including 1 cone filter. Cloth bag For heavy duty use, these bags can be cleaned up to 5 times. Cone filters Supplied in each pack of 3 VAX double walled paper dust bags. Blue filters Available from your VAX Service Agent or from VAX Direct. Exhaust filters Available from your VAX Service Agent or from VAX Direct.
All VAX Cleaning Solutions are approved for use on wool and wool rich carpets VAX Cleaning Solutions and Service Carpet Cleaner Specially formulated for use with your VAX its colour care formulation will keep colours true, whilst gently lifting out deep down dirt quickly and efficiently. The anti-resoiling system ensures carpets stay clean longer and the unique fragrance will leave them smelling fresh. VAX Carpet Cleaner is available in 500 ml, 1 litre and 2 litre bottles.
