Rapide Classic 2 User Guide W87-RC-C vax.co.uk Performance is everything.
Contents 1 Contents 1 Machine Overview 2 General Safety Information 3 Getting Started 4 How To Use 5 Looking After Your Machine 7 FAQs 8 Other Information 9 Guarantee 10
Machine Overview 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 Handle Clean water tank latch Clean water tank Dirty water tank latch Dirty water tank handle Multi-row brush bar (hidden) Dirty water tank Dirty water tank lid On/off switch Handle screw 3 Power cord Carrying handle Cord clip Handle pedal Cord hook Solution release trigger (hidden) Vax carpet cleaning solution 1 16 13 15 10 9 2 12 11 4 5 14 8 7 6 17 NOTE: Some parts may vary according to model.
General Safety Information This carpet washer is intended for household use only and NOT for commercial or industrial use. Please keep instructions for further use. When using the carpet washer, basic safety precautions should always be observed, including the following: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Do not leave the carpet washer unattended when plugged in. Unplug the appliance from the socket when not in use. Only use the carpet washer indoors.
Getting Started PLEASE READ SAFETY INFORMATION BEFORE USE (p3) Assembling your carpet washer handle CAUTION: The carpet washer is a very powerful unit. Before plugging the cord into the electric outlet, make sure all controls on the unit are turned off. Hold the carpet washer firmly when starting and in use. Assemble the mid section onto the base. vax.co.uk Insert two nuts into the recesses located on the left and right sides of the base.
How To Use Before you begin cleaning Do not saturate your carpet. • Test for colourfastness – Wet a white absorbent cloth with the solution. In a small, hidden area of your carpet, gently rub the surface with the dampened cloth. Wait ten minutes and check for colour removal or bleed with white paper towel or cloth. If your carpet has more than one colour, check all colours. • When cleaning an entire room, move furniture out of the area to be cleaned.
How To Use POWER ON OFF BRUSH ON OFF Turn the power and brush bar switches on. Press on the handle release pedal and pull the cleaner back into a reclined position. For best results apply solution on the forward stroke and release the trigger to recover solution on the backward stroke.
Looking After Your Machine Cleaning the filter IMPORTANT: Cleaning filters maintains cleaning performance. For best cleaning results filters require cleaning at least every three months. If your filters are washable make sure that they are completely dry before inserting them back into the cleaner. IMPORTANT: The motor is equipped with a thermal cut-out. If for any reason the unit should overheat, the thermostat will automatically turn the unit off.
FAQs Is there an accessory missing? • Check the ‘This pack contains’ panel on the box to make sure the part is definitely included in your unit. Why won’t the carpet washer turn on? • It may not be plugged into the electrical socket correctly: ensure that the plug is pushed in securely and switched on. • The power button on the unit hasn’t been fully depressed.
Other Information Machine Overview UK Service & Help Any queries or concerns about using your Vax, simply visit; vax.co.uk/support – vaxireland.ie or 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 vacuum cleaner before calling. Vax Careline: (UK) 0844 412 8455 (ROI) 1-800 928 308 Monday-Friday 8.30am to 6.30pm Saturday 9.00am to 5.00pm Consumables To purchase spares and accessories, please visit vax.co.
Guarantee Guarantee It’s quick and easy to register for your FREE 2 year guarantee online at: vax.co.uk/guarantees Please retain your original receipt for proof of purchase. UK based customer care centre — Open 6 days a week Monday-Friday Saturday 8:30am-18:30pm 9:00am-17:00pm we’re here if you need us Instead of taking me back to the shop, simply visit: vax.co.uk/support or call (UK) 0844 412 8455 (ROI) 1-800 928 308 Let us know what you think @VaxUK vax.co.
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