Vax Air Max Pet Installation instructions

A+AAA PERFORMANCE CYCLONIC,
BAGLESS CYLINDER VACUUM
CVHUV013
LET’S GET STARTED.
Air
TM Max Pet

Let’s talk safety
Basic
safety
precautions
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.
• Only Vax recommended tools and accessories should be used
with this vacuum cleaner.
Don’ts
• Don’t use this vacuum cleaner if it has been dropped, damaged or
left outdoors or the lters are not in their original place.
• Don’t run over the power cord or use the vacuum cleaner if the
power cord or plug is damaged. If the power cord is damaged, it
must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly
qualied persons in order to avoid a hazard.
• 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 the vacuum cleaner by pulling on the power cord.
• Don’t lift or carry the vacuum cleaner by the dirt container handle.
Do’s
• 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.

• 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.
• 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.
• 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 the lters have been cleaned
as per the user guide instructions, ensure they are thoroughly dry before storing
away.
PLEASE KEEP INSTRUCTIONS FOR FURTHER USE.

Thank you for buying the Air
TM Max Pet.
Taking care of your carpets and hard oors
The Air
TMMax Pet is designed to make vacuuming carpets and hard oors regularly, as eective
and ecient 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 Air
TM Max Pet
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.
We’re here if you need us
Instead of taking your machine back to the shop,
simply visit our online support:
vax.co.uk/support
Still need to get in touch?
Our UK based Customer Care Team are here to support you.
For help with assembly, operational or performance problems, or buying and tting new accessories,
you can nd all our contact details at vax.co.uk/contact
This user guide can be found online at: vax.co.uk/support

Contents
Let’s talk safety
Getting to know your machine
Getting started
Using your machine
Taking care of your machine
Accessories
What to do if it goes wrong
Getting in touch
Carpet Floor Tool
TurboTool
Hose
3-in-1 Tool
Combination
Floorhead
Standard tools included
with your machine
Telescopic
Extension Tube

Getting to know your machine
Technical Specication
Name Air
TM Max Pet
Voltage See rating label on machine for details
Wattage See rating label on machine for details
Cord length 6m
Weight 5.4kg
Subject to technical change without notice.
Accessories & Consumables
3-in-1 Tool
1-9-130815
Upholstery Tool (Type 3)
1-9-132116
TurboTool
1-9-126261
To purchase consumables and accessories, please visit vax.co.uk
Carry handle
Dirt container release button
Cord rewind button
Hose entry point
Power On/O button
Wheel outer
Dirt container lid
Dirt container
Separator and shroud
Post motor lter
(hidden) and cover
Docking bracket

Assembling your machine
Insert the hose into the
hose port so that it clicks
into place.
Connect the handle to the
telescopic tube and adjust
the length of the telescopic
tube.
Connect the telescopic
tube to the combination
oorhead.
PLEASE READ ‘LET’S TALK SAFETY’ AT THE BEGINNING BEFORE USE
Getting started
IMPORTANT: The condition of the lters aects the performance of your machine. Please check and clean lters
periodically (depending on the level of use). For full cleaning instructions, see ‘Taking care of your machine’.
Before you begin cleaning
• Always switch o and unplug the vacuum cleaner before connecting or disconnecting the hose/attachments, or removing
and emptying the dirt container.
• The vacuum cleaner is equipped with a thermal cut-out. If for any reason the vacuum cleaner does overheat the thermostat
will automatically turn the vacuum cleaner o. If this happens, switch the vacuum cleaner o and unplug it from the
electrical socket. Remove and empty the dirt container and also check the vacuum cleaner for blockages. Allow the vacuum
cleaner to cool for approximately 1 hour
• If you have cleaned the lters please wait 24 hours for the lters to fully dry before putting back into the vacuum).
• Pre-motor lter requires cleaning at least every 3 months.
• If the vacuum cleaner is blocked, switch o and unplug before removing the blockage.
• When using the accessories always make sure the brushbar is switched to the ‘o’ position.
IMPORTANT: The base of the vacuum cleaner should always be positioned at on the oor when starting and in use.
The dirt container should be locked into place before lifting the vacuum cleaner by the carry handle.

Using your machine
How to use
Pull the connection cord out
of the appliance. Insert the
plug into a mains socket.
If the red marking is visible, retract the connection cord
by pressing the cord rewind button to pull in the cord
up to the yellow mark.
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 o.
Connect the required
accessory to the handle or
the telescopic tube. Make
sure that the accessory is
securely connected.
For hard oors, only use
the combination oorhead
with the brush extended, as
the hard oor may become
damaged.
Using accessories
CAUTION: If using the TurboTool, make sure that the surface can withstand the rotating brush roller without
becoming damaged.

Emptying and cleaning the dirt container
Taking care of your machine
IMPORTANT: Always switch o and unplug the vacuum cleaner from the electrical socket before assembling, opening
or emptying the dirt container, or before connecting/disconnecting the attachments.
The dirt container should be emptied and cleaned regularly to allow the vacuum to perform at its optimum suction rate.
Switch o the machine
and pull the plug from the
mains socket. Press the dirt
container release button to
remove the dirt container.
TIP
Don’t over ll the dirt container.
Replace the lters every
6-9 months.
Remove u and hair from
inside the dirt container.
Close both dirt container
covers. Push the dirt
container rmly until it
clicks into place.
The dirt container can be emptied from
either end or both ends simultaneously
for quick and easy emptying. Hold the
dirt container over a bin. Press the dirt
release clips on either end of the dirt
container. Both dirt container covers will
open allowing dirt/debris to fall out.

Taking care of your machine
Cleaning the pre-motor lter
Switch o the machine
and pull the plug from the
mains socket. Press the dirt
container release button to
remove the dirt container.
Remove the pre-motor lter
from the lter holder.
Remove the lter holder
containing the pre-motor
lter.
Insert the pre-motor lter
into the lter holder and
place the lter holder back
on to the machine. Push the
dirt container rmly until it
clicks into place.
Clean the pre-motor lter
thoroughly under running
water and leave it to
dry completely at room
temperature for at least
24 hours.
!
40˚C
MAX
24hr

Taking care of your machine
Post-motor lter maintenance
Press both tabs to release
the post-motor lter cover
and ip the lter cover
away towards the rear.
Carefuly clean the lter with
a soft brush
Remove the lter by pulling
on the catch. Carefully
tap the lter over a bin to
remove dirt and debris.
IMPORTANT: The post-motor lter is designed to oer long life with no maintenance. The lter should be checked
periodically and when heavily discoloured it should be replaced. Please do not wash, scrub or brush the lter as
this will damage the delicate lter media.
Storing your machine
TIP
Clean the pre-motor
lter every time
the dirt container is
emptied and replace
the post-motor lter
every 12 months.
Switch o the machine and
pull the plug from the mains
socket. Push the cord rewind
button until the power cord
has been fully retracted.
Store the telescopic handle
with the oorhead connected
in the docking bracket on the
back of the machine.
!
40˚C
MAX
24hr
Replace the post-motor lter
by lining up the tabs on the
bottom of the machine. Push
until it clicks into place.

Taking care of your machine
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of injury from moving parts – unplug before servicing. The brushbar is equipped with
bearings which contain sucient lubrication for their lifetime. Do not add lubricant to the brushbar.
IMPORTANT: Remove the accessory from the hose or telescopic extension tube before performing maintenance
or troubleshooting checks.
Removing blockages from the hose
Remove the hose from the vacuum
cleaner and telescopic extension tube.
Remove any blockages by inserting a
wire coat hanger into the hose.
Removing blockages from the hose
TIP
To test for a blockage
in the hose, drop a
small ball of paper into
the hose. The paper
will drop through if
the hose is clear.
Remove the bottom cover (B).
Clean out any debris or hair from
the brushbar and turbine fan.
Clean the TurboTool by removing the
2 screws (A), located on the bottom
cover, with a crosshead screwdriver.
Replace the bottom cover, insert
and tighten the screws.
B
A
Removing blockages from the TurboTool

Pro Cleaning Kit (Type 2)
1-1-133326
All our best tools 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, as well as the dust that collects behind and
within the radiator.
Accessories
Don’t forget your accessories!
Order at: www.vax.co.uk/spares-and-solutions
TurboTool (Type 6)
1-1-134419
Use the TurboTool for vacuuming your stairs, upholstery
and car interiors. It’s great for picking up stubborn pet hair.

What to do if it goes wrong
SolutionProblem
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of personal injury, unplug the product before performing maintenance
/troubleshooting checks.
• Check the ‘Contents’ panel on the box to make sure the part is
included with your machine.
There is an
accessory missing.
• The dirt container may not be correctly tted. Remove the dirt
container from the vacuum cleaner and check it is assembled correctly,
ret ensuring it is locked into place.
• The shroud is blocked. Go to ‘Taking care of your machine’.
• The separator and shroud are incorrectly tted. Go to ‘Taking care
of your machine’.
• The lter may be clogged, clean the lter. Go to ‘Taking care of
your machine’.
• The dirt container may be blocked, empty the dirt container.
Go to ‘Taking care of your machine’.
• There may be a blockage in the hose/tube. Disconnect from the
vacuum cleaner and carefully remove any blockages.
Go to ‘Let’s talk technical’.
Why won’t the
vacuum cleaner
pick up?
• The plug may not be fully pushed into the electrical socket.
• Check if the fuse in the plug needs replacing. Always replace
with a British 13amp fuse.
• The motor thermostat may have tripped. If this has happened,
unplug the vacuum cleaner. Remove and empty the dirt container
and check the hose for blockages. Clean the lters and allow the
vacuum cleaner to cool for approximately 1 hour
• If you have washed the lters you will need to wait 24 hours for the
lters to fully dry before putting them back into the vacuum cleaner).
Why does the
vacuum cleaner
have no power?
• The lters may be clogged, clean the lter. Go to ‘Taking care
of your machine’.
Why is dust escaping
from the vacuum?

What to do if it goes wrong Getting in touch
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