Vax 6151 MULTIVAX User manual

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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 51
Vax Ltd., K ngswood Road, Hampton Lovett, Dro tw ch, Worcestersh re, WR9 OQH, UK
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Multifunction
6151 ser es
User Gu de
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(ROI) 1-800 928 308
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Th s carpet washer s ntended for household use only and NOT
for commerc al or ndustr al use.
PLEASE KEEP INSTRUCTIONS FOR FURTHER USE.
When using the carpet washer, basic safety precautions should
always be observed, including the following:
1. Do not leave the carpet washer unattended when
plugged in. Unplug the appliance from the socket
when not in use.
2. Only use the carpet washer indoors on dry surfaces.
3. Turn off all controls on the carpet washer before
disconnecting or connecting from the mains supply.
4. Always unplug the carpet washer before connecting
or disconnecting the hose and accessories.
5. Always unplug the carpet washer before carrying out
any maintenance.
6. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do
not play with the appliance.
7. 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.
8. Cleaning and maintenance shall not be made by
children without supervision.
9. The appliance should only be used as described in
the quick start guide or in the full online user guide.
10. Only Vax recommended attachments and solutions
should be used with this appliance.
11. 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.
If the supply cord is damaged return the carpet
washer to a Vax authorised Service Agent.
12. 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
pull the cord around sharp edges or corners. Do not
run the carpet washer over the cord. Keep the cord
away from heated surfaces.
13. Do not handle the plug or the carpet washer with
wet hands.
14. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers and all parts of the
body away from openings and moving parts.
15. Do not pick up with the machine any hot coals,
cigarette butts, matches or any hot, smoking or
burning ob ects.
16. 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
liquids or vapours.
17. Do not use the machine on areas where there may
be harmful or toxic material (chlorine, bleach,
ammonia, drain cleaner etc.)
18. Store the carpet washer in a cool, dry area.
19. Do not use an extension cord with this machine.
20. Do not carry the appliance while it’s switched on.
21. 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.
22. Do not use without all water tanks and solution
tanks in place.
23. Do not use the carpet washer unless the carpets
have been dry vacuumed thoroughly first.
24. Keep the unit on the floor.
25. Do not put any ob ects 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.
26. Do not attempt to remove blockages with sharp
ob ects as they may cause damage.
27. Using improper voltage may result in damage to the
motor and possible in ury to the user. The correct
voltage is listed on 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
the electrical outlet before assembling, filling and emptying the
clean water tank, emptying the dirt water tank, or before
connecting/disconnecting the attachments.
IMPORTANT: 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
firmly when starting and in use.
IMPORTANT: If the hose or tools are blocked, switch off the
carpet washer and remove the blockage(s) before re-starting
your machine.
IMPORTANT: 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 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 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 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.
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1Filter housing
2 Clean water tank
3 Dirty water tank/dirt container
4Carry handle
5Power button
6 Solution pump button
7 Power cord
8Motor 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
20 Variable power
21 Cone filter
22 Foam post-motor filter
23 Foam pre-motor filter
PLEASE NOTE: some parts may vary
according to model. Please check inside
flap of box for more details.
Mach ne Overv ew General Safety Informat on
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Assembl ng your mult funct on cleaner (dry vacuum ng)
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IMPORTANT: Do not use the multifunction cleaner as a carpet washer when set up in dry vacuuming mode.
NOTE: The crevice tool, dusting brush and upholstery tool, can all be attached to the telescopic tube/handle.
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Vacuum ng
Insert the filter housing,
ensuring cone filter is
fitted to underside.
Press down on clips
to secure.
Insert hose and
twist clockwise.
NOTE: Fully unwind
power cord.
Remove lid. Remove clean water tank.
Before you beg n carpet wash ng
IMPORTANT: Do not use the cleaner as a dry vacuum when set up in carpet washing mode.
NOTE: Do not over saturate your carpet.
Before you beg n clean ng:
• Vacuum your carpets thoroughly.
• 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. If the furniture is too heavy
to move, place aluminium foil or wax paper under legs. This will prevent wood finishes from staining your
carpet. Pin up furniture skirts and curtains.
Helpful h nts for carpet wash ng:
1. For heavy soiled areas, additional applications may be necessary.
2. Allow plenty of time to dry carpet thoroughly.
3. Try not to walk on carpet until it is completely dry.
4. After carpet is thoroughly dry, vacuum the carpet using your multifunction cleaner in dry mode.
5. Before cleaning, determine where to start and end, making sure not to walk over previously
cleaned areas.
6. Thoroughly clean the dirty water tank and clean water tank after use with warm water (max 40°C).
Insert dust bag.
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Assembl ng your mult funct on cleaner (carpet wash ng)
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Add 40ml of Vax solution per 1
litre of water, unless otherwise
stated on the bottle.
Ensure the solution tube
is wrapped loosely around
the hose and extension
tubes. Secure in place
with the clips provided.
Operat ng the appl ance (carpet wash ng mode)
Red button – power.
NOTE: For best results apply solution on the forward stroke and recover solution on the backward stroke.
Green button – activate pump.
Wash ng carpets
To put down water and solution
and turn the brushes on, push
rocker switch towards the
back of the wash head.
To suck up excess water push
the rocker switch to the front.
Remove solution tube from
under side of motor housing.
Fill tank with warm clean
water (max 40º C).
Press down on clips
to secure.
Attach solution tube.
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Wash ng upholstery
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Attach the wash tool directly
onto the handle of the hose
and wrap the excess solution
tube around as necessary.
To start water and solution flow,
push the collar on the wash tool
forwards.
To recover excess water and
solution, pull the collar backwards.
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Replac ng the cone f lter
Clean ng the post motor f lter
Empty ng and replac ng the dust bag
Insert new bag.
IMPORTANT: The condition of the filters affects the performance of your machine.
Please check, wash/change filters periodically (depending on level of use).
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40° C
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WARNING: Unplug your multifunction cleaner before performing maintenance/troubleshooting checks.
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WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal in ury, unplug your multifunction cleaner before performing
maintenance/troubleshooting checks.
Is there an accessory m ss ng?
•Check the parts overview page to make sure the
attachment is supplied with your unit.
• If it is missing, please call our Vax Careline to
order a replacement: 0844 412 8455 or visit
vax.co.uk to order online.
Why won’t my mult funct on cleaner put down
water/solut on m x?
• Check there is water/solution mix in the clean
water tank.
• Ensure the solution tube on the underside of the
motor housing has been released and is in the
clean water tank.
• Check that the pump button on the carry handle
has been switched on.
• Ensure the foot pedal on the wash head
is positioned to the back of the wash head.
• Ensure the collar on the wash tool is
pushed forward.
Why won’t my mult funct on cleaner recover water?
• The dirty water tank may be full.
• The wash tool might have an obstruction.
What do I do f an accessory/the un t has become
damaged or broken?
• We’re here to help. Simply call 0844 412 8455
or visit vax.co.uk
Why won’t the mult funct on cleaner p ck up n dry
mode?
• A filter may be clogged; refer to maintenance
section for cleaning instructions.
• The dust bag may be incorrectly fitted, check
assembling your machine in dry mode.
• The dust bag may be full, check and replace with
a new dust bag.
• Check for blockages in the
hose/floorheads/accessories.
Why s dust escap ng from my mult funct on
cleaner n dry mode?
• The filters may be incorrectly installed, check that
they are fitted correctly.
• The dust bag may be incorrectly fitted, check
assembling your machine in dry mode.
we’re here if you need us
(UK) 0844 412 8455
(ROI) 1-800 928 308
vax.co.uk/support
vaxireland.ie
or call:
Instead of taking me back to the shop, simply visit;
This does not a ect your statutory rights.
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Clean ng the pre-motor f lter
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WARNING: Unplug your multifunction cleaner before performing maintenance/troubleshooting checks.
Empty ng and clean ng the clean and d rty water tanks
tap
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Empty and rinse both tanks out with clean water after use.
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40° C
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NOTE: Thoroughly clean out the dirty water/clean water tanks after use with warm water (max 40˚C).
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NotesOther Informat on
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UK Serv ce & Help
Any queries or concerns about using your Vax, simply visit; vax.co.uk/support –vax reland. e 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
performance and validates your guarantee
Multifunction maintenance kit 1-9-125401-00
Techn cal Spec f cat on
Voltage: 220-240V ~50Hz
Wattage: 1500W
Capacity: Dust bag 10 litres
Clean water tank 4 litres
Dirty water tank 8 litres
Cord Length: 10m
Weight: 8.7kg
Sub ect to technical change without notice.
EEC Statement of Compl ance
Manufacturer/EEC importer: Vax Limited, hereby on our own responsibility, declare that the
6151 series 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.
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