Vax VEC-41 User Guide.qxd:Vax VEC-41 User Guide 1/7/08 09:38 Page 1 Vax careline 0870 6061248 Vax model number: VEC-41 www.vax.co.uk instruction manual Bagless cylinder Please read carefully before using this cleaner. Always fully extend the mains cable before use. Retain for future reference.
Vax VEC-41 User Guide.qxd:Vax VEC-41 User Guide 1/7/08 09:38 Page 2 www.vax.co.uk 1. Diagram 4 5 6 7 8 3 2 1 9 13 10 12 11 14 16 17 15 18 19 Fig.
Vax VEC-41 User Guide.qxd:Vax VEC-41 User Guide 1/7/08 09:38 Page 3 Vax Careline 0870 606 1248 2. Safety Information 14. Do not vacuum up harmful or toxic material (chlorine bleach, ammonia, drain cleaner, etc). For Household Use Only 15. Do not vacuum up hard or sharp objects such as glass, nails, screws, coins, etc. When using the vacuum cleaner, basic safety precautions should always be observed, including the following: 16. Do not use without the filters in place. 1.
Vax VEC-41 User Guide.qxd:Vax VEC-41 User Guide 1/7/08 09:38 Page 4 www.vax.co.uk 3. How to Assemble 4. How to Operate IMPORTANT: Always unplug the vacuum cleaner from the electrical outlet before assembling or removing the accessories. Cord Release ! 1. Insert the flexible hose into the inlet on the main body of the vacuum cleaner. Push in until it clicks into position (Fig.3/1). Fully unwind the power cord. A yellow mark on the power cord indicates the recommended cord length.
Vax VEC-41 User Guide.qxd:Vax VEC-41 User Guide 1/7/08 09:38 Page 5 Vax Careline 0870 606 1248 6. Dirt Container & Filters: Removal & Replacement IMPORTANT: Always unplug the vacuum cleaner from the electrical outlet before removing the dirt container. ! ! IMPORTANT: Do NOT use the vacuum cleaner without ALL of the filters in place. Cleaning the central filter 1. Remove the dirt container as directed. 2. Rotate the central filter and pull away from the dirt container. 3.
Vax VEC-41 User Guide.qxd:Vax VEC-41 User Guide 1/7/08 09:38 Page 6 www.vax.co.uk 7. Cleaning Blockages 8. Storage WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock, the power cord must be disconnected before performing maintenance/troubleshooting checks. IMPORTANT: Always unplug the vacuum cleaner from the electrical outlet and rewind the power cord as directed before storing. 1. Turn the vacuum cleaner off and unplug from the electrical outlet. NOTE: Always store the vacuum cleaner base down. 2.
Vax VEC-41 User Guide.qxd:Vax VEC-41 User Guide 1/7/08 09:38 Page 7 Vax Careline 0870 606 1248 9. Troubleshooting WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury, unplug the vacuum cleaner before performing maintenance/troubleshooting checks. ! PROBLEM: Vacuum cleaner won't run Cause: Not properly plugged into electrical outlet. Solution: Plug in securely. Cause: No electricity in the electrical outlet. Solution: Check fuse or breaker. Cause: On/off switch not turned on. 10.
Vax VEC-41 User Guide.qxd:Vax VEC-41 User Guide 1/7/08 09:38 Page 8 EEC STATEMENT OF COMPLIANCE Manufacturer/EEC importer: Vax Limited, hereby on our own responsibility, declare that the VEC-41 Essentials by Vax Power is manufactured in compliance with the following Directives: Safety: 2006/95/EC Low Voltage Directive EMC: 2004/108/EC Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive Waste electrical products should not be disposed of with household waste. Please recycle where facilities exist.
