Vax 6131 User manual

Multifunction
Vax Careline: (UK) 0844 412 8455
(ROI) 1-800 928 308
User Guide
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What’s your Vax model number? (Located on the flap of the packaging)
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.
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e.g. 61 3 1
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Filters
20 Cone filter 21 Foam post-motor filter 22 Foam pre-motor filter
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1 Filter housing
2 Clean water tank
3 Dirty water tank/dirt container
4 Carry handle
5 On/off button
6 Solution pump on/off button
7 Power cord
8 Motor housing lid
9 2 piece extension tube
10 Crevice tool
11 Dusting brush
12 Upholstery tool
13 Hose and handle
14 Solution delivery tube
15 Combination floor head
16 FibreFlow wash head
17 Wash tool
18 3 x paper dust bags
19 Vax carpet cleaning solution
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Mac ine Overview
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FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.
When using the multifunction cleaner, basic safety precautions should
always be observed, including the following:
1. Do not leave the multifunction cleaner unattended when
plugged in. Unplug it from the electrical socket when not in use.
2. To prevent electric shock do not use outdoors.
3. Not to be used as a toy.
4. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with
the appliance.
5. This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including
children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or
lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given
supervision or instruction concerning the use of the appliance by a
person responsible for their safety.
6. Only use as described in this manual. Only use Vax recommended
attachments.
7. Do not use the multifunction cleaner if it has been dropped,
damaged, left outdoors or dropped into water. Do not use the
multifunction cleaner with a damaged cord or plug. If the supply
cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or a
recommended Service Agent to avoid hazard and invalidating
the guarantee.
8. Do not handle the plug or multifunction cleaner with wet hands.
Do not use outdoors.
9. Do not put any ob ects into openings or operate with openings
blocked. Keep them free of anything that might reduce airflow.
10. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers and all parts of body away from
openings and moving parts.
11. Do not pick up hot coals, cigarette butts, matches or any hot,
smoking or burning ob ects.
12. Do not use the carpet washing function without the clean water
tank in place.
13. Do not use the vacuum cleaning function without the dust bag
in place.
14. Turn off all controls before unplugging.
15. Do not vacuum up harmful or toxic material (chlorine, bleach,
ammonia, drain cleaner etc.).
16. Do not vacuum up hard or sharp ob ects such as glass, nails,
screws, coins, etc.
17. Use only CE-approved 13 amp extension cords. Non-approved
cords may overheat. Care should be taken to arrange the cord so
that the cord cannot be tripped over.
18. Store the multifunction cleaner in a cool, dry area.
19. To prevent dirty water from running into motor, do not hold the
appliance upside down or lay on its side. Use appliance in normal
vacuuming/carpet washing position.
20. Take extra care when cleaning on stairs.
21. Turn off the on/off switch before unplugging the multifunction
cleaner.
22. Do not carry appliance while motor is running.
WARNING: Always switch off and unplug the multifunction
cleaner from the electrical socket before assembling, opening,
emptying the dirt container, before connecting/disconnecting the
attachments, or carrying out maintenance or troubleshooting checks.
NOTE: Carpets should be dry vacuumed thoroughly
before washing.
IMPORTANT: If the inlet, hose or telescopic tube is blocked,
switch off the multifunction cleaner and remove the blockage(s)
before re-starting the multifunction cleaner. See maintenance;
Clearing blockages.
IMPORTANT: Cleaning filters maintains performance. Vax
recommends that your filters should be checked and cleaned
periodically. If your filters are washable make sure they are completely
dry before inserting back into the multifunction 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. Should this occur, unplug the vacuum
cleaner from the electrical socket and turn off the switch. Remove dirt
container and empty. Clean filters. Allow the unit to cool for
approximately one (1) hour. To re-start, plug into an electrical socket
and switch back on.
T is multifunction is intended for ouse old use only and NOT for
commercial or industrial use.
PLEASE KEEP INSTRUCTIONS FOR FURTHER USE.
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Operation
Assembling your multifunction cleaner (dry vacuuming)
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WARNING: Always switch off and unplug your multifunction cleaner from the electrical socket before
assembling, opening, filling, emptying, connecting/disconnecting the attachments, or carrying out maintenance
or troubleshooting checks.
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NOTE: The crevice tool, dusting brush and upholstery tool, can all be attached to the telescopic tube/handle.
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Vacuuming
Insert the filter housing. Press down on clips to
secure.
Insert hose and twist
clockwise.
NOTE: Fully unwrap
power cord.
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Remove motor housing. Remove clean
water tank.
Insert dust bag.
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Operation
Carpet was ing
IMPORTANT: Do not use the cleaner as a dry vacuum when set up in carpet washing mode.
Before you begin cleaning:
1. Vacuum thoroughly – use your machine in dry mode and vacuum your upholstery with appropriate tool.
2. For upholstery, always check manufacturers guidelines before washing.
Test for colourfastness – wet a white absorbent cloth with the solution. In a small, hidden area 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 surface has more than one colour, check all colours.
When cleaning an entire floor, move furniture out of area to be cleaned. For furniture too heavy to move, place
aluminium foil or wax paper under legs. This will prevent wood finishes from staining carpet. Pin up furniture
skirts or curtains.
Helpful ints for cleaning carpet:
1. Only use Vax recommended carpet cleaning solution with this machine.
2. Do not saturate carpet with cleaning solution while using the machine.
3. For heavy soiled areas, additional applications may be necessary.
4. Allow plenty of time to dry carpet thoroughly.
5. Try not to walk on carpet until it is completely dry.
6. After carpet is thoroughly dry, vacuum the carpet using your multifunction cleaner in dry mode.
7. Before cleaning, determine where to start and end, making sure not to walk over previously cleaned areas.
8. Thoroughly clean the dirty water tank and clean water tank after use with warm water (max 40°C).
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