VAX VRS17W
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1. Carpet washer Powermax TZ mm Get cleaning What s your Vax model number Located on the flap of the packaging e g VRS17W What s your serial number Located on the base of the machine TTT TTT TTT TT TTT E Note these down in case you need them in future Please keep instructions for further use Machine Overview Handle Handle screw On off switch Clean water tank release Clean water tank Dirty water tank handle Dirty water tank Dirty water tank release Dirty water tank lid Static brushbar Solution release trigger Cord wrap Upper hose wrap Power cord Carry handle Cord release clip Handle release pedal Lower hose tool caddy Solution supply socket Solution tube plug Hose Solution spray trigger Hose adaptor Wash tool 25 Vax carpet cleaning solution Float chamber filter ARFESEHREEEREBIETIEISESEENE N Accessories 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 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 on dry surfaces Turn off all controls on the carpe2. e There may be a blown fuse or tripper breaker e The clean water tank may not be installed Reset the circuit breaker or replace fuse correctly Make sure the tank is locked securely in place e The clean water tank is empty Refill tank Refer to page 6 for instructions Why won t the cleaner pick up e The dirty water tank may be full Switch off and unplug cleaner Empty dirty water tank as shown on page 8 e The dirty water tank is not installed correctly Refer to page 9 for fitting information we re here if you need us There may be an obstruction in the hose wash Instead of taking me back to the shop simply visit ool Remove hose and clear obstruction E 2 vax co uk support vaxireland ie e The brushbar is worn Replace the brushbar or call See page 10 UK 0844 412 8455 ROI 1 800 928 308 This does not affect your statutory rights Other Information UK Service amp 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 Sunday 9 00am to 5 00pm Consumables To purchase spares and accessories please visit vax co uk The use of genuine vax spare parts helps to maintain optimised performanc
3. the cord into a mains electricity socket Turn the power on The switch is located on the front of the carpet washer above the clean water tank Press on the handle release pedal and pull the cleaner back into a reclined position While pressing the solution release trigger push the cleaner in a forward motion Release the trigger and pull the cleaner backwards over the same path to remove the dirty water and solution from the carpet Repeat if necessary Operation Hose attachments NOTE DO NOT OVERSATURATE YOUR UPHOLSTERY For best results use steady moderate forward and backward motion Make sure upholstery is dry before use Put cleaner in its upright position Remove tools from storage caddy Assemble as shown Connect the upholstery attachment to the trigger adapter Remove the tank door from the top o the dirty water tank Using the wash tool Insert the hose adapter into the top of the dirty water tank Connect the hose water supply plug into the socket on the lower left side of the cleaner Storing the wash tool Turn power switch on While depressing the solution spray trigger push attachment in forward motion Release trigger and pull attachment backwards over the same path to remove dirty water and solution from upholstery For heavily soiled areas repeat if necessary Place hose and wash tool into their storing locations Store for next use O
4. e and validates your guarantee Filter kit Type 7 1 9 125411 00 Static brushbar 1 1 125637 00 Technical Specification Voltage 220 240V 50Hz Wattage 600W Capacity Clean water tank 3 5L Dirty water tank 2L Cord length 7 6m Weight 6 0kg Subject to technical change without notice EEC Statement of Compliance C Manufacturer EEC importer Vax Limited hereby on our own responsibility declare that the Powermax 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 Check with your Local Authority or retailer for recycling advice Vax Ltd Kingswood Road Hampton Lovett Droitwich Worcestershire WR9 OQH UK email info vax co uk website vax co uk
5. e sink Operation Cleaning the dirty water tank Rinse the dirty water tank and filter thoroughly with warm water You should allow them to dry fully before replacing them on your cleaner to prevent mildew NOTE Do not use any chemicals in the cleaning process Replacing the dirty water tank KL Lift the front of the carpet cleaner base off the carpet with one hand Grasp the handle and hook the front o he dirty water cleaner into the base making sure that the front of the dirty water tank is resting on the base The dirty water tank has three tabs on the underside which MUST latch on to the underside of the base of the cleaner The base must be lifted so that the nozzle is flush with the base of the cleaner While making sure the dirty water tank is resting on the base place the rear of the tank into the base of the cleaner push down on the handle until it latches Empty and rinse clean the water tank after use NOTE Failure to install the dirty water tank correctly will result in poor dirty water pick up Maintenance Keep your Vax as good as new Brush removal and replacement NOTE Crosshead screwdriver required NOTE The plug must be removed from electrical socket before cleaning or maintaining the appliance l NN DANII i IN ANA van al fl i q e q 4 nono Remove the water tank switch off To re
6. lug or the carpet washer with wet hands Keep hair loose clothing fingers and all parts of the body away from openings and moving parts Do not pick up with the machine any hot coals cigarette butts matches or any hot smoking or burning objects Do not pick up with the machine any flammable or combustible materials lighter fluid petrol kerosene etc or use the machine in the presence of explosive iquids or vapours Do not use the machine on areas where there may be harmful or toxic material chlorine bleach ammonia drain cleaner etc Store the carpet washer in a cool dry area Do not use an extension cord with this machine Do not carry the appliance while the motor is still running To prevent dirty water from running into the motor do not hold the appliance upside down or lay it on its side Use the appliance in a normal cleaning position Do not use without all water tanks and solution anks in place Do not use the carpet washer unless the carpets have been dry vacuumed thoroughly first Keep the unit on the floor Do not put any objects into openings Do not use with any openings blocked and do not restrict airflow Keep all openings free of dust lint hair or anything that might reduce airflow Do not attempt to remove blockages with sharp objects as they may cause damage Using improper voltage may result in damage to the motor and possible injury to the user The correct voltage is listed o
7. move the brush access cover Lift out the static brushbar and unplug carpet washer use a crosshead screwdriver to Flip the cleaner on its side to remove the two screws expose the nozzle base Replace static brushbar Replace the brush access cover by inserting the end furthest from the brush first Then replace the front end before securing in place with he two screws Filter maintenance a Remove dirty water tank lid Separate the foam filter from the float Rinse the filter in water 40 C max Allow the filter to air dry completely before storing your machine WARNING to reduce the risk of personal injury unplug the carpet washer before performing maintenance troubleshooting checks Why won t the cleaner run Why is dust escaping from the cleaner e lt may not be plugged into the electrical e The dirty water tank may be full Switch off and socket correctly ensure that the plug is pushed unplug cleaner Empty dirty water tank as shown in securely on page 8 e The electrical socket may not be working e The dirty water tank is not installed correctly properly check the fuse or breaker or consult Refer to page 9 for fitting information an electrician The solution tank may not be installed correctly e The on off switch may not be turned on ake sure the tank is locked securely in place Push on off switch to on Why won t the clean water solution dispense
8. n the rating label 28 Do not use without all of the filters in place 29 Take extra care when cleaning on the stairs 30 Keep the area you are cleaning well lit 31 Do not unplug the machine by pulling on the cord WARNING Always switch off and unplug the carpet washer from he electrical outlet before assembling filling and emptying the clean water tank emptying the dirt water tank or before connecting disconnecting the attachments MPORTANT Carpets should be dry vacuumed thoroughly before washing CAUTION The carpet washer is a very powerful unit Before plugging the cord into the electrical outlet make sure all controls on the unit are turned off Hold the carpet washer irmly when starting and in use MPORTANT If the hose or tools are blocked switch off the carpet washer and remove the blockage s before re starting your machine MPORTANT Cleaning filters maintains cleaning performance Vax recommends that your filters should be checked and cleaned periodically If your filters are washable make sure that they are completely dry before inserting them back into the vacuum cleaner MPORTANT 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 Should this occur unplug the carpet washer from the electrical outlet and turn off the switch Check the hose for blockages Clean the filters Allow the unit to cool for approximately
9. one hour if you have cleaned the filters you will need to wait twenty four hours for the filters to dry before putting them back in the machine To re start the machine plug it into an electrical socket and switch back on Operation Assembling your carpet washer Attach upper handle Insert the two nuts into the recesses located on the left and right sides o the base While holding the nuts in place insert the two medium length screws through the front of the mid section and tighten Stand the base in the upright position Assemble the mid section onto the base taking care not to trap internal mains wire Hold the nut in place insert the long screw through the front of the upper handle and tighten Align tabs on hose tool caddy Place nut into recess on with slots on midsection and hose tool caddy and hold into snap into place place Press handle release with your other hand to tilt he midsection backwards u Hose Clip 2 Hose Clip 1 CAPES Lower i o Hose Tool Caddy Use Cord Cord Hook Clip Wrap the cord around the hook and cord release clips Place screw through centre of lower midsection and tighten Operation Detach the hose adaptor from the end of the hose and slide it onto the adaptor post Fit the wash tool into the middle Clip the adaptor end of the hose into slot of the hose tool caddy the left sl
10. ot on the hose tool caddy Be sure to line the push pin with the slot and slide down until secured Wrap hose round the upper hose wrap anti clockwise twice ensuring the hose is secured in the hose clips Lock the attachment end of the hose into place by clipping into the right slot on the lower tool caddy Operation Filling the clean water tank IMPORTANT Turn of when emptying and filling the clean water tank Remove clean water tank from the carpet washer Unscrew the filler measure cap from the rear of the clean water tank Fil the bottle cap or measure cap 3 times with Vax carpet cleaning solution and pour into the tank Fill the remainder of the clean water tank with warm max 40 C tap water Replace the cap NOTE Use only Vax carpet cleaning solution as other cleaning solutions may cause excessive foaming This may cause the float to shut off the cleaner prematurely Using other cleaning solutions will invalidate your guarantee Place the bottom of the clean water tank into the cleaner and push into place There will be an audible click when the clean water tank is in the correct position Operating the carpet washer IMPORTANT Never leave the cleaner unattended with the power on Vacuum carpets thoroughly with dry vacuum cleaner before washing When the dirty water reaches the max fill line on the dirty water tank empty the tank Plug
11. peration Carry Handle NOTE Do not transport the carpet washer with either the clean or dirty water tanks full NOTE If the hose attachment door is not replaced there will be no suction through the nozzle and the unit will not operate properly Grasp the handle on the back of the unit to move unit from room to room Emptying the dirty water tank NOTE The float in your machine is the orange piece in the dirty water tank lid which will shut off the suction when the dirty water tank is full For best results use a smooth steady motion keeping the nozzle flat against the carpet Tipping the cleaner and breaking the seal of the nozzle against the carpet will cause the float to rise cutting off suction Once the float is activated empty the dirty water tank If the tank does not appear full turn off the power switch and wait for the float to settle For best results use only Vax carpet cleaning solution You will hear a distinct change in the noise coming from your carpet washer when the tank is full and needs emptying IMPORTANT Unplug your cleaner before emptying the dirty water tank Grasp the top of the dirty water tank Pull the dirty water tank up out ofthe Remove dirty water tank lid handle and press the release latch base taking care to ensure that no dirty water leaks from the front To empty the water tank grasp the handle with one hand and the nozzle with the other and empty into th
12. t washer before disconnecting or connecting from the mains supply Always unplug the carpet washer before connecting or disconnecting the vacuum hose and accessories Always unplug the carpet washer before carrying out any maintenance Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance This appliance is not intended for use by children under eight years of age and persons with reduced physical sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understands the hazards involved Cleaning and maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision The appliance should only be used as described in the quick start guide or in the full online user guide Only Vax recommended attachments should be used with this appliance Do not use this carpet washer if it has been dropped damaged left outdoors or dropped into water Do not use this carpet washer with a damaged cord or plug f the supply cord is damaged return the carpet washer to a Vax authorised Service Agent or a suitably qualified person for examination repair or adjustment Do not pull or carry this appliance by the cord Do not use the cord as a handle close a door on the cord or ull the cord around sharp edges or corners Do not run the carpet washer over the cord Keep the cord away from heated surfaces Do not handle the p
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