Vax Home Pro VX86 User manual

LET’S GET STARTED.
VX86
EFFORTLESS CLEANING
ALL AROUND THE HOME
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Steam Fresh Home Pro
STEAM CLEANER

Let’s talk safety
Basic
safety
precautions
This steam cleaner is intended for household use only and
NOT for commercial or industrial use.
READ ALL THE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING
THIS APPLIANCE
IMPORTANT: Please refer to oor manufacturer’s care
recommendations before use and test the steam cleaner on a discrete
area of ooring to begin with.
WARNING: Danger of scalding
WARNING: The steam cleaner head gets very hot during operation.
• Only use the steam cleaner indoors. Keep the steam cleaner away from
rain and moisture.
• Turn o the on/o switch on the steam cleaner controls before
disconnecting or connecting from the mains supply.
• Always unplug the steam cleaner and allow it to cool before connecting
or disconnecting the hose or accessories.
• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with
the appliance.
• This appliance is not intended for use by children 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 by a person responsible for their safety.
• The appliance should only be used as described in this User Guide.
• Only Vax recommended attachments should be used with this appliance.
• The force and heat of the steam may have an adverse eect on some
materials. Always check whether a surface is suitable for treatment with
the steam by carrying out a test before hand on a concealed area.
• Never aim the steam cleaner at people, animals or plants (there is a risk
of scalding). Never touch the steam jet from a short distance with your
hands. Do not aim the steam cleaner at electrical items or wires.

• Using improper voltage may result in damage to the steam cleaner and possible injury
to the user. The correct voltage is listed on the rating label.
• In wet rooms, e.g. bathrooms, connect the appliance to sockets with an RCD adaptor
connected in series.
• Please refer to the manufacturers care recommendations before use and test the steam
cleaner on a discrete area of ooring to begin with.
WARNING: The water tank lid must not be opened during use.
IMPORTANT: The liquid or steam must not be directed towards equipment containing
electrical components, such as the interior of ovens.
IMPORTANT: The steam cleaner is equipped with a thermostat and a thermal cut-out.
If for any reason the unit should overheat, the thermostat will automatically turn the unit o.
Should this occur, unplug the steam cleaner from the electrical outlet and turn o the
switch. Let the unit cool, remove and empty the water tank. To re-start the machine, plug it
into an electrical outlet and switch it back on.
IMPORTANT: We recommend the use of a Residual Current Device with a Residual Current
rating of 30mA or less.
IMPORTANT: This steam cleaner may not be suitable for all oating oorboards or sealed
oors – please check with your oorboard manufacturer rst prior to use.
This machine is intended for household use only, and NOT for commercial or industrial use.
PLEASE KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FURTHER USE.

Let’s talk safety
Don’ts
Do’s
• Don’t leave the steam cleaner unattended when plugged in. Unplug the
product from the socket when not in use.
• Don’t use this steam cleaner if it has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors
or dropped into water. Do not use this steam cleaner with a damaged cord
or plug. If the supply cord is damaged return the steam cleaner to a Vax
authorised Service Agent.
• Don’t pull or carry this appliance by the cord. Do not use the cord as
a handle, close a door on the cord or pull the cord around sharp edges
or corners. Do not run the steam cleaner over the cord. Keep the cord
away from heated surfaces.
• Don’t unplug the product by pulling on the cord.
• Don’t handle the plug or the steam cleaner with wet hands.
• Don’t use without the tank cap in place. Ensure that the water tank cap has
been screwed down fully before use.
• Don’t touch any hot areas on the steam cleaner. It is normal for the steam
cleaner to heat up during operation.
• Don’t use the steam cleaner to treat any items of clothing that are still being
worn on the body.
• Never immerse the steam cleaner in water or in other liquids.
• Accessories will become hot during use – allow them to cool down
before handling.
• The steam cleaner must be kept level during operation.
• Always remove the mains plug from the socket and allow the steam
cleaner to cool down completely before topping up with water.
• Keep hair, loose clothing, ngers and all parts of the body away
from openings.
• Never ll the water tank with anything other than water. Never put
additives (such as perfume, stain remover or products containing
alcohol) in the water as they may damage the steam cleaner or make
it dangerous to use.
• Only carry the steam cleaner by the carry handle.
• Store the steam cleaner in a cool, dry area.
• Be very careful when cleaning tiled walls with sockets.

• Don’t leave the steam cleaner unattended when plugged in. Unplug the
product from the socket when not in use.
• Don’t use this steam cleaner if it has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors
or dropped into water. Do not use this steam cleaner with a damaged cord
or plug. If the supply cord is damaged return the steam cleaner to a Vax
authorised Service Agent.
• Don’t pull or carry this appliance by the cord. Do not use the cord as
a handle, close a door on the cord or pull the cord around sharp edges
or corners. Do not run the steam cleaner over the cord. Keep the cord
away from heated surfaces.
• Don’t unplug the product by pulling on the cord.
• Don’t handle the plug or the steam cleaner with wet hands.
• Don’t use without the tank cap in place. Ensure that the water tank cap has
been screwed down fully before use.
• Don’t touch any hot areas on the steam cleaner. It is normal for the steam
cleaner to heat up during operation.
• Don’t use the steam cleaner to treat any items of clothing that are still being
worn on the body.
• Never immerse the steam cleaner in water or in other liquids.
• Don’t operate the steam cleaner without water in the tank. Always top up with water
in good time.
• Don’t use an extension cord with this product.
• Don’t use your steam cleaner if it is damaged or faulty. Please make sure that the product
is unplugged from the mains and call the Vax Careline on AU 1300 VAX AUS (1300 829
287) / NZ 0800 VAX NZL (0800 829 695).
• Don’t use the unit on leather, wax polished furniture or oors, synthetic fabrics, velvet
or other delicate steam or water sensitive materials.
• Don’t use on acrylic surfaces.
• The device should not be used to clean electrical appliances such as ovens, microwaves,
televisions and electrical heating systems etc.
• Don’t overll the tank. Do not exceed the maximum prescribed lling level. Please use the
measuring jug and funnel included.
• Don’t attempt to remove blockages with sharp objects as they may cause damage.
• Don’t use without the hard water lter in place.
WARNING: Never leave the steam cleaner in one spot on any surface for an extended
period of time as this may damage the oor surface.
• Keep the unit on the oor.
• Empty the water tank when the steam cleaner is not in use.
• Always show these instructions to a third party if you are passing the steam cleaner
on to them.
• Please ensure all parts are correctly tted before using the product.
• Take extra care when cleaning on the stairs.
• Keep cleaning area well lit.
WARNING: Always switch o and unplug the steam cleaner from the electrical
outlet before assembling, maintenance, opening or emptying the water tank, or before
connecting/disconnecting the attachments.

Thank you for buying this Steam Fresh Home Pro.
Taking care of your sealed hard floors and surfaces
The Vax Steam Fresh Home Pro steam cleaner is ideal for steam cleaning a wide range
of household surfaces, working with steam + detergent for ultimate cleaning results.
Using powerful jets of steam, the Steam Fresh Home Pro breaks down grease and grime
better than steam alone and eliminates 99.9% of harmful bacteria. Comes complete with
an onboard accessory kit containing everything you need for total home cleaning.
Taking care of your Steam Fresh Home Pro Steam Cleaner
Inside this user guide are instructions on maintaining your new machine, so that its always
ready when you are to tackle your sealed hard oors and above oor cleaning needs such
as bathrooms and kitchen surfaces.
We’re here if you need us
For troubleshooting simply visit or call:
Australia: 1300 VAX AUS (1300 829 287)* vax.com.au
New Zealand: 0800 VAX NZL (0800 829 695)* vax.co.nz
*Monday – Friday: 8:30am -5:00pm
Calls are charged at the standard local rate. Please make note of the serial
number and model number of the product before calling.

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Contents
Let’s talk safety
Getting to know your machine
Getting started
Using your machine
Taking care of your machine
What to do if it goes wrong
Getting in touch
Steam Fresh Home Pro
Included with
your machine
Steam handle and hose
Metal brush
Detail nozzle
Small plastic brush
Large plastic brush
Scraper tool
Concentration nozzle
Window squeegee/upholstery tool
Microfibre pad (x2)
Floor head
Measuring jug
Funnel
3pc extension tubes
Upholstery tool cloth (x2)
Carpet glider
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Getting to know your machine
Name Steam Fresh Home Pro
Model VX86
Voltage 220-240V ~50Hz
Wattage 1400-1600W
Cord length 6m
Weight 4.7kg
Water tank capacity 1.4L
Detergent tank capacity 0.2L
Technical Specification
Subject to technical change without notice.
Made in China.
Steam mop pads x 2 VX21PADS
Spring Fresh 1Lt Detergent VXS2
Apple Pet 1Lt Detergent VXS3
Accessories & Consumables
*To purchase consumables and accessories, please visit vax.com.au
This product
meets applicable
regulatory
requirements
Indoor
Use
Only
Read
Instructions
Water heating (orange LED)
Water tank lid
Carry handle
Tool storage
On/o button
Hose inlet
Variable steam dial
Steam ready (LED)

PLEASE READ ‘LET’S TALK SAFETY’ AT THE BEGINNING BEFORE USE
Getting started
*To purchase consumables and accessories, please visit vax.com.au
Attach hose to unit.
Attach concentration nozzle to
handle or extension tube.
Attach extension tube to handle.
1. Push small tools onto
concentration nozzle
aligning arrows.
2. Twist clockwise to fit.
Concentration nozzle must
be attached before fitting the
small tools.
Attach extension tube to floor head.
Attach extension tubes together.
To remove the tube/s press the
white release button.
Assembling your steam cleaner
Attaching small tools
IMPORTANT: Do not attach/remove accessories while steamer is in use. (Hot water may drip out of the
accessory-risk of scalding)

Getting started
To remove lid, rotate
anti-clockwise.
Place the floor head on top of the microfibre pad making
sure the mop head covers the entire pad.
The blue face should be in contact with the floor and white
side attaches to the floor head.
Using the measuring jug and
funnel, only fill up to 1.4L. Allow
space to be left at the top.
Ensure the lid is securely
fastened by rotating clockwise
before use.
Filling clean water tank
Attaching the microfibre cleaning pad
For use on sealed hard floors or refreshing carpets.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury, unplug the steamer when fitting the cleaning pads.
IMPORTANT: Never use the steam cleaner without a cleaning pad attached to the floor head.
IMPORTANT: Do not use hot or boiling water to fill clean water tank. Do not over fill the water tank.
IMPORTANT: Do not operate your steam cleaner without water in the clean water tank.

Getting started
Place the hose/handle assembly
on a flat surface. Unscrew the
detergent tank cap by turning
anti-clockwise.
Press steam trigger to release
pressure.
Pour 50ml of Vax detergent
and 150ml of water using the
measuring jug, into the detergent
tank. Attach the detergent tank
cap and tighten by twisting
clockwise.
When tank is under pressure, the
safety pressure indicator (red) will
rise above the surface of the lid.
When the tank is not under
pressure, the indicator will be
flush or below the surface.
Filling detergent tank
Refilling water during operation
IMPORTANT: Do not mix Vax detergent with any other cleaning detergent. This product can be used with
or without detergent.
IMPORTANT: Your detergent control dial on the hose/handle will be set to ‘tough stains’ when you remove
your steamer from the box. If you do not want to use detergent on your hard flooring/hard surfaces, this must
be rotated to the ‘steam/refreshes carpets only’ position. Always test on an inconspicuous area of flooring/
surface first before using detergent.
Detergent tank is located in the hose/handle assembly.
IMPORTANT: Turn off the steamer and unplug from electrical socket before filling up the clean water tank.
IMPORTANT: Wait 10 minutes until the safety pressure indicator has gone down, which indicates the steamer
has cooled. If after this time the indicator has not fully dropped, release residual steam pressure by pressing
steam trigger on handle and then gently pushing the safety pressure indicator. Slowly unscrew the tank lid
anti-clockwise but do not remove. Allow steamer to cool an additional 5 minutes. After you have ensured
steamer has cooled and pressure has been released the water tank lid should turn freely to remove. Remove
any remaining water to avoid overfilling. Return to ‘filling clean water tank’.
50ml detergent plus 150ml water
to 1 clean water tank.

Using your machine
Using your machine
Plug into mains, turn on and
press power button on.
After approximately 12 minutes
the Green LED will illuminate
showing steamer is ready to use.
Ensure steam handle safety latch
is on.
Release steam handle safety latch.
Orange LED will illuminate when
water is heating.
To produce steam, squeeze the
trigger in short bursts. To prevent
overly wetting floors, do not hold
down continuously.
Steam cleaning hard floors
WARNING: Never leave the steam cleaner in one spot on any surface for an extended period
of time as this may damage the floor surface. Your steam cleaner should only be used on sealed floors
including tiles, lino, wood flooring and laminate.
WARNING: This steam mop may not be suitable for all floating floorboard - please check with your floor
manufacturer first prior to use.
IMPORTANT: Please refer to the floor manufacturer’s care recommendations before use and test steam
mop on a discrete area of flooring to begin with.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury, unplug the steam cleaner when assembling the accessories.
Do not operate the steam cleaner without water in the clean water tank.

Using your machine
Steam cleaning hard floors (cont)
REFRESH
CARPETS
DETERGENT
CONTROL
When cleaning sealed hard
floors, move the steamer slowly
backwards and forwards
paying particular attention to
high traffic areas. Squeeze/
release trigger as required.
Rotate variable steam dial to
adjust pressure.
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 the area
you want to clean. Squeeze/release trigger to dispense detergent.
WARNING: Only use recommended Vax Steam Detergent.
IMPORTANT: Please refer to the floor manufacturer’s care recommendations before use and test steam mop
on a discrete area of flooring to begin with.
1 x 1.4L water tank = 40 minute steaming time (approx)
Orange light = water heating
Green light = steamer ready to use
No green light = water heating to maximum temperature. (Note: you can still use your steamer at this time).
If during use the green light switches off, this means the steamer is heating up to maximum temperature.
The green light will re-appear when it has heated back up to maximum temperature.

Using your machine
Using your machine
Place floor head (with microfibre
pad attached) into carpet glider.
Move the steamer slowly
backwards and forwards paying
particular attention to high
traffic areas.
Release steam handle safety latch. To produce steam, squeeze the
trigger in short bursts. To prevent
overly wetting, do not hold down
continuously.
Refreshing carpets
IMPORTANT: When using on carpets, always ensure the microfibre cleaning pad is properly attached
to the floor head.

Using your machine
Concentration nozzle
Use to remove soap scum in
baths and shower enclosures
and to clean heavily soiled areas
in kitchens.
Window squeegee tool
Great for leaving your windows,
tiles and mirrors gleaming.
Detail tool
For hard to reach areas e.g.
around taps.
Brushes
Agitate stubborn grease
and grime.
Upholstery tool
Attach the cloth to the squeegee
tool for use on upholstery and
clothes. Do not use detergent
on fabrics and upholstery.
Metal brush
For oven grills and racks.
IMPORTANT: Test for
colour fastness in a small
hidden area of upholstery/
fabric to check for colour
removal before use.
IMPORTANT: Test a hidden
area before use. Do not use
on non-stick surfaces.
Using the small tools

Taking care of your machine
Taking care of your machine
Empty unit of any remaining water.
To remove lid, rotate
anti-clockwise.
Ensure detergent tank is emptied
and rinsed out with tap water
after each use.
Emptying the clean water tank
Removing the microfibre cleaning pad
Emptying the detergent tank
IMPORTANT: Allow the unit to fully cool down before performing any maintenance or troubleshooting checks.
IMPORTANT: Allow the unit to fully cool down before performing any maintenance or troubleshooting checks.
Once cooled, lift microfibre cloth
from floor head.

Taking care of your machine
Press steam trigger to release
steam.
Hose can be hung up or loosely
stored in box. Hose must not be
tightly wound during storage.
Ensure steam handle safety latch
is on.
Empty unit of any
remaining water.
Ensure detergent tank is emptied
and rinsed out with tap water
before storing your unit.
Cleaning the pads
After steamer use/storage
IMPORTANT: Never use bleach or fabric softener when washing the cleaning pad.
1. Machine washable at warm temperature (40°C max). Always use a mild detergent.
2. Allow to fully dry before use (24 hours) or tumble dry on a low heat..
IMPORTANT: Steam cleaner must have completely cooled down before storing.
IMPORTANT: To maintain your steam cleaner’s performance, turn the unit off at the plug and hold steam trigger
down to release remaining steam pressure. Wait for unit to completely cool down before carrying out any
maintenance work. Ensure the water tank has been fully emptied and detergent tank rinsed. The unit should
be wiped down with a dry cloth before storage.

• Visit vax.com.au for spares and parts.
• To purchase new spares or order a replacement. Simply call us on
AUS: 1300 VAX AUS (1300 829 287)
NZ: 0800 VAX NZL (0800 829 695)
• The unit may not be plugged into an electrical socket; ensure the plug
is pushed in securely.
• Check the mains power is switched on.
• The electrical socket may not be working; check the fuse or breaker
and consult an electrician.
• The power cord may be damaged; if it is it must be replaced by the
manufacturer, or a Vax authorised service agent.
SolutionProblem
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of personal injury, unplug the product before performing
maintenance/troubleshooting checks.
The machine/an
accessory has become
damaged or broken?
The steam cleaner
has no power?
The steam cleaner not
producing steam?
• Ensure that the mains power is switched on and the power button has
been pressed on the unit.
• There may be no water in the tank; please refer to the operation section.
• Check that the safety latch has been unlocked on the steam handle.
• Check that the unit has not been overlled, as there must be space
in the tank for the water to heat. If overlled the unit will deliver little
steam or water droplets.
• The water may not yet be at temperature; the green steam ready
indicator light will illuminate when the water is at temperature and is
ready to use.
• If the unit is producing a very small amount of steam, check the variable
steam power dial and adjust to max.
• If none of the points above are of assistance, we’re here to help.
Simply call us on AUS: 1300 VAX AUS (1300 829 287)
NZ: 0800 VAX NZL (0800 829 695)
• When the unit has been switched o and fully cooled remove the water
tank lid. If limescale build up can be seen inside the tank the unit will
need to be descaled.
The steam cleaner takes
a long time to heat up?
• When the unit has been switched o and fully cooled remove the
water tank lid. If limescale build up can be seen inside the tank the
unit will need to be descaled.
• Otherwise, we’re here to help. Simply call us on:
AUS: 1300 VAX AUS (1300 829 287)
NZ: 0800 VAX NZL (0800 829 695)
What to do if it goes wrong

Getting in touch
* Calls are charged at the standard local rate. Please make a note of the serial number and model number of the steam cleaner
before calling.

Distributed by
Techtronic Industries Australia Pty Ltd
31 Gilby Road, Mount Waverley, VIC 3149, Melbourne, Australia
Careline AU: 1300 VAX AUS (1300 829 287) www.vax.com.au
Techtronic Industries N.Z. Limited
2 Landing Drive, Mangere, Auckland, 2022, New Zealand
Careline NZ: 0800 VAX NZL (0800 829 695) www.vax.co.nz