Vax Action C85-AD-Be Installation instructions

Project: Action UG
Project: Action UG
Upload date: 29.08.14
Job No: J0000 Model No: C85-AD-BePe
Model No: C85-AD-BePe
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Let’s talk safety
Basic
safety
precautions
Don’ts
Do’s
This vacuum cleaner is intended for household use only and
NOT for commercial or industrial use.
• Only use the vacuum cleaner indoors on dry surfaces and
keep the area you’re cleaning well lit.
• Keep ngers, hair and loose clothing away from moving parts
and openings whilst using the vacuum cleaner.
• This vacuum cleaner can be used by children aged from 8 years and
above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities
or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision
or instruction concerning use of the vacuum cleaner in a safe way and
understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the vacuum
cleaner. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children
without supervision.
• Only Vax recommend tools and accessories should be used with this
vacuum cleaner.
• Don’t use this vacuum cleaner if it has been dropped, damaged
or left outdoors or the lters not in their original place.
• Don’t run over the power cord or use vacuum cleaner if the
power cord or plug is damaged. Please contact our Customer
Care Line on: 0330 026 8455 (Mon-Fri 8:30am to 6:30pm,
Sat 9:00am to 5:00pm).
• Don’t handle the plug or use the vacuum cleaner with
wet hands.
• Don’t pull or carry this vacuum cleaner by the power cord.
• Don’t use the power cord as a handle, pull the power cord
around corners, sharp edges or close a door over the
power cord.
• Don’t unplug vacuum cleaner by pulling on the power cord.
• Don’t vacuum up any ammable or combustible materials (lighter uid, petrol,
kerosene etc.) or use the vacuum cleaner in an area with explosive vapours
or liquid.
• Don’t vacuum up hot coals, cigarette butts, matches or smoking hot burning
items or use in an area where there may be harmful uids (chlorine, bleach,
and ammonia drain cleaner).
• Don’t attempt to remove blockages with sharp objects as this may cause
damage to your vacuum cleaner.
• Don’t vacuum up hard or sharp objects such as glass, nails, screws or coins etc.
• Don’t use the vacuum cleaner with incorrect voltage as this may result in
damage or injury to the user. The correct voltage is listed on the ratings label.
• Turn o all controls on the vacuum cleaner before
disconnecting or connecting the power cord.
• Always make sure both the pre-motor/post-motor lters are
in place before use.
• Always switch o the vacuum cleaner before disconnecting
or connecting the hose and accessories.
• Keep all openings clear and free from debris as this may aect
the airow/suction.
• Always replace the fuse in the plug with a British 13amp fuse.
• Always protect the power cable from heated surfaces and open ames.
• Take extra care when positioning and using the vacuum cleaner on the stairs.
• Use only CE approved 13amp extension cords, non-approved extension cords
may overheat. Care should be taken to arrange the extension cord as it can
be a trip hazard.
• Store your vacuum cleaner in a cool, dry area. If lters have been cleaned
as per user guide instructions ensure they are thoroughly dry before
storing away.
PLEASE KEEP INSTRUCTIONS FOR FURTHER USE AND USE ONLY AS
INSTRUCTED IN THIS GUIDE.

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Contents
Let’s talk safety
Getting to know your machine
Getting started
Using your machine
Taking care of your machine
Let’s talk technical
Accessories
What to do if it goes wrong
Getting in touch
Action (Included with all models)
Included with
your machine
Initial Setup for normal operation
1. Use the base accessories.
a. Shortest hose.
b. Extension tube set to shortest practicable length.
2. Clean lters installed.
3. Dust receptacle empty.
4. All Bleeds must be closed.
5. Floor heads/tools set to Carpet Mode for carpet cleaning.
6. Mechanical Agitation turned ON for carpet cleaning.
7. Floor heads/tools set to Hard Floor Mode for hard oor cleaning.
8. Mechanical Agitation turned OFF for hard oor cleaning.
Telescopic Extension Tube
Combination Floorhead
Crevice Tool
Dusting Brush
Action Pet
TurboTool Tool Connector
Pre-motor Filter
Post-motor Filter
Accessory Hose and Handle
Hard Floor Tool
+
Action Total Home
+
Stretch Hose
Thank you for buying this Action.
Taking care of your carpets and hard floors
The Action cylinder is designed to make vacuuming carpets and hard oors regularly, as eective
and efficient as possible and this user guide will help you get the most out of your machine.
Maintaining your carpets and hard oors will ensure they keep their appearance for longer.
You’ve chosen the carpets and hard oors for your home for a reason and Vax will help you take
good care of them.
Taking care of your Action
Also inside this guide are instructions on maintaining your new machine, so that it’s always
ready when you are to tackle your carpets and hard oors.

Pre-motor lter
(hidden)

MAX
40˚C
MAX
40˚C
!
Don’t over ll the dirt
container to avoid blocking
the air ow through the
vacuum cleaner.

MAX
40˚C
!
MAX
40˚C
24hr
Clean the pre-motor
lter every time the dirt
container is emptied and
replace the post-motor
lter every 12 months.

IMPORTANT: Remove accessory from hose or telescopic extension tube before performing maintenance
or trouble shooting checks.
Let’s talk technical Accessories
Removing blockages from the TurboTool*
*Not applicable for all models.
Slide the locking ring
to remove.
Lift and separate
the housing.
Using a pair of scissors,
remove any threads
or hair caught around
the brushbar.
Line up the tabs on front of
housing and push together
to ret. Slide locking ring
into groove to secure.
Remove the hose from the vacuum
cleaner and telescopic extension tube.
Remove any blockage by inserting
wire coat hanger in to hose.
Removing a blockage from the hose
Don’t forget your accessories!
Order at: www.vax.co.uk/spares-and-solutions
Pro Cleaning Kit (Type 2)
1-1-133326-00
All our best tools all in one kit that makes cleaning
your home quicker, easier and with even better results.
We’ve taken care of cleaning all of the hard to reach
areas such as on top of cupboards and in between
blinds to the dust that collates behind and within
the radiator.
TurboTool (Type 4)
1-1-134340-00
Use the TurboTool for vacuuming your stairs, upholstery
and car interiors. It’s great for picking up stubborn pet hair.
Fur ‘n’ Fluff Tool
1-1-131392-00
Specically designed to remove extra stubborn pet hair
from upholstery, furniture and carpets.
Tabs
To test for a blockage in
hose, drop a small ball
of paper into the hose.
The paper will drop through
if the hose is clear.

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