User Guide Vax Careline: AU: 1300 361 505 NZ: 0800 800 900 Hard Floor Cleaner Get Cleaning... What’s your Vax’s model number? V H F M 7 0 0 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.com.
Vax Service line: AU: 1300 361 505 NZ: 0800 800 900 vax
505 900 Machine Overview 1 2 3 20 H A RD FLO O R C LEA N IN G SO LU TIO N 16 4 4 5 17 6 7 9 8 18 10 18 15 11 12 Fig.1/1 14 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 Soft hand grip On/off switch Solution trigger Mode selector Clean solution tank cap Clean solution tank Clean solution tank release vax.com.
General Safety Information FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY. When using the hard floor cleaner, basic safety precautions should always be observed, including the following: 20. Do not use without ALL of the filters in place or with blocked filters 21. Keep the unit on the floor. 1. Do not leave the hard floor cleaner unattended when plugged in. Unplug it from socket when not in use. 22. Do not attempt to remove blockages with sharp objects as they may cause damage. 2.
05 900 Operation Installing Brushes and Nozzle FIG. 3/1 To install brushes, place handle in upright position. Tilt cleaner back so that it rests on the floor. Align post (A) on brush block with hole (B) on bottom of cleaner. Turn brushes slightly until post fits easily into hole. FIG. 3/2 Press brush assembly firmly to snap into place. Unfold Handle FIG. 3/5 Raise upper handle to upright position until it locks in place. vax.com.au FIG. 3/3 To install nozzle, make sure latches (A) are out.
Operation Transporting FIG. 3/9 On/Off Switch FIG. 3/10 To move your cleaner from room to room, put handle in upright position, tilt cleaner back on rear wheels and push forward. FIG. 3/8 The cleaner may also be lifted using the carrying handle (A) on the front of the cleaner. Push switch (A) once to turn cleaner ON. Push switch again to turn cleaner OFF. Your FloorMate cleaner can be used to both vacuum dry debris and wet clean non-carpeted floor surfaces such as vinyl, tile and sealed wood.
505 900 Operation Filling the Solution (Upper) Tank The solution tank holds solution and clean water that is to be dispersed onto the surface being cleaned. NOTE: Disconnect cleaner from electrical outlet. FIG. 4/3 FIG. 4/4 Place cleaner handle in upright, locked position. To remove tank, squeeze release button and pull tank straight out. FIG. 4/5 Carry tank to a sink. Rotate Turn cap (A) upside down to serve as a measuring cup.
Operation Emptying the Recovery (Lower) Tank An automatic suction shut-off is built into the recovery tank to prevent the tank from overflowing. When the shutoff activates, the cleaner will not pick up debris and the sound of the motor will change. The recovery tank is full and must be emptied. Turn cleaner off and disconnect from electrical outlet. Although not necessary for satisfactory performance, it is recommended that the recovery tank be emptied after dry vacuuming and before wet operation.
505 900 Operation Recommended Cleaning Sequence Use your Vax FloorMate to: • Dry vacuum to remove loose dirt, hair and debris. • Wet clean the floor surface. The brushes will provide light agitation to help loosen dirt. • Wet pickup reduces drying time of the floor surface. The Mode selector dial turns the brushes on and off as described in section 4. Your Vax cleaner may be used to clean wood floors that have been sealed with a polyurethane coating and can be cleaned with water. FIG.
Maintenance (Keep your Vax as good as new) Cleaning the Filters The tank lid contains a washable, reusable filter. Clean this filter when suction is low or reduced. Turn cleaner off and disconnect from electrical outlet. FIG. 6/1 Remove recovery tank and lid as described on page 7. Remove filter lid (A), then remove filter (B). FIG. 6/2 Remove loose debris from filter by tapping the filter or gently brushing using your hand. The filter may also be rinsed for additional cleaning.
505 900 Maintenance (Keep your Vax as good as new) Cleaning the Nozzle Turn cleaner OFF and disconnect from electrical outlet. The cleaner’s nozzle can be removed for easy cleaning. FIG. 6/5 Slide the two nozzle release latches (A) outward. FIG. 6/6 Remove nozzle by pulling straight out. FIG. 6/7 Rinse nozzle under running water. Remove debris from squeegee (A) and wipe with a damp cloth. To replace nozzle, make sure latches are out.
Maintenance (Keep your Vax as good as new) Cleaning the Brushes The brush assembly can be removed for easy cleaning. Turn cleaner OFF and disconnect from electrical outlet. Place handle in the upright position. Remove tanks to prevent leaking. Set aside. Pull the two nozzle release buttons out and remove nozzle as Fig.6/3. Tilt cleaner back so handle rests on floor. FIG. 6/8 Push two brush release buttons (A) and remove the brush assembly. FIG.
505 900 FAQ’s WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury, unplug the hard floor cleaner before performing maintenance/troubleshooting checks. Problem Cause Solution Cleaner won’t run No electricity in the electrical outlet Check fuse or breaker Blown fuse/tripped breaker Reset circuit breaker or replace fuse Automatic shut-off activated Turn cleaner off and then on again or empty the dirty water tank (See page 7).
Other Information Vax Service & Help Vax Careline: Australia New Zealand 1300 361 505 0800 800 900 Monday-Friday 8.30am to 5.00pm If you have queries or concerns about using your Vax, call the Vax Careline. Calls are charged at the standard local rate. Please make a note of the serial number and model number of the vacuum cleaner before calling. For the nearest Service Agent, please call the Vax Customer Careline or visit vax.com.
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