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User Guide Vax Careline: (UK) 0844 412 8455 (ROI) 1-800 928 308 Steam mop Bare Floor Pro Get cleaning... What’s your Vax model number? (Located on the flap of the packaging) e.g. S 2 S What’s your serial number? – (Located on the base of the machine) – – – – Note these down in case you need them in future. Please keep instructions for further use. vax.co.
Machine Overview Handle Upper cord hook (rotating) Lower cord clip (fixed) Power cord Clean water tank (front) Power button Floor head Steam release trigger (hidden) Detergent tank (back) Detergent control dial Power indicator light Blue light = unit on 12 Steam ready indicator light Green light = steam ready No Green light = water heating to max temp (NOTE: You can still use your steam mop at this time) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Unit 8 1 2 4 3 5 9 10 6 11 12 7 13 Velcro microfibre cleaning pads (d
General Safety Information This steam mop is intended for household use only and NOT for commercial or industrial use. IMPORTANT: Please refer to floor manufacturer’s care recommendations before use and test the steam mop on a discrete area of flooring to begin with. PLEASE KEEP INSTRUCTIONS FOR FURTHER USE. When using the steam mop, basic safety precautions should always be observed, including the following: WARNING: The stick steam mop head gets very hot during operation. WARNING: Danger of scalding 1.
- Operation Assembling your stick steam mop WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury, unplug the steam mop when assembling. Push handle into main body until you hear a ‘click’. Push steam mop floor head into main body, lining up white plastic locking pin with hole. Wrap cord around hooks for easy storage. Attaching the velcro microfibre or coral cleaning pad WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury, unplug the steam mop when fitting the cleaning pads.
Operation Before you begin cleaning IMPORTANT: Please refer to floor manufacturer’s care recommendations before use and test the steam mop on a discrete area of flooring to begin with. IMPORTANT: Your detergent control dial will be set to ‘tough stains’ when you remove your steam mop from the box. If you do not want to use detergent on your flooring, this must be rotated to ‘steam/refreshes carpets only’ position. Always test on an inconspicuous area of flooring first before using detergent.
- Operation Steam cleaning hard floors IMPORTANT: Please refer to floor manufacturer’s care recommendations before use and test the steam mop on a discrete area of flooring to begin with. WARNING: Never leave the stick steam mop in one spot on any surface for an extended period of time with a damp or wet pad attached as this may damage the floor surface. WARNING: Do not operate/use stick steam mop without water in clean water tank.
Operation To clean with steam detergent This product can be used with and without detergent. To use with detergent turn the detergent control dial to desired setting for area you want to clean. Squeeze/release trigger to dispense detergent. WARNING: Only use recommended Vax Steam Detergent. NOTE: The detergent can be used on hard floor surfaces. REFRESH CARPETS Refreshing carpets IMPORTANT: When using on carpets, always ensure the velcro microfibre cleaning pad is properly attached to the floor head.
- Maintenance (Keep your Vax as good as new) Emptying the clean water tank IMPORTANT: Allow the unit to fully cool down before performing any maintenance or troubleshooting checks. Remove the clean water tank. Twist the cap slightly anti-clockwise to remove. Empty any excess water over the sink, replace water cap and return to the unit. Emptying the detergent tank IMPORTANT: Allow the unit to fully cool down before performing any maintenance or troubleshooting checks. Remove the detergent tank.
Removing the velcro microfibre cleaning pad IMPORTANT: Allow the unit to fully cool down before performing any maintenance or troubleshooting checks. Hold corner of pad down with foot and peel unit away Removing the coral cleaning pad (dependant on model) IMPORTANT: Allow the unit to fully cool down before performing any maintenance or troubleshooting checks. 2 1 Loosen drawstring. Remove the coral cleaning pad.
- Maintenance (Keep your Vax as good as new) Replacing the hard water filter IMPORTANT: The condition of the filter affects the performance of your machine. Check and change filter (depending on level of use). Do not operate unit without hard water filter in place. Your machine is fitted with a hard water filter. If you live in an area of hard water the filter will discolour/darken over time (2).
Maintenance (Keep your Vax as good as new) Clearing blockages IMPORTANT: Turn unit off. Allow unit to fully cool down before performing maintenance or troubleshooting checks. There is a small opening on the back of the unit at the bottom of the grey trim. This opening is a steam exhaust vent should the primary path become blocked. If steam starts to escape from this vent you should: Steam exhaust vent. vax.co.uk Remove cleaning pad and inspect unit base for blockages.
- FAQs WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury, unplug the steam mop before performing maintenance or trouble shooting checks. Is there an accessory missing? • Check the Parts Overview page in the guide to make sure the part is definitely included in your unit. • If the part is missing we’re here to help. Simply call us on: 0844 412 8455 The steam mop cleaner has no power? • Unit may not be plugged into the electrical outlet correctly, ensure the plug is pushed in securely.
Other Information UK Service & Help Vax Careline: (UK) 0844 412 8455 (ROI) 1-800 928 308 Monday-Friday 8.30am to 6.30pm Saturday 9.00am to 5.00pm Any queries or concerns about using your Vax, call the Vax Careline. Calls are charged at the UK local rate. Please make a note of the serial number and model number of the steam mop before calling. For the nearest Service Agent, please call the Vax Careline or visit vax.co.uk Consumables To purchase spares and accessories, please visit vax.co.
- Notes 14 Vax Careline: (UK) 0844 412 8455 (ROI) 1-800 928 308
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