Vax CANISTER Product information sheet

DRY VACUUMS • WASHES CARPETS & UPHOLSTERY • PICKS UP SPILLS • CLEANS HARDFLOORS • PICKS UP AFTER PETS
CANISTER
PET VAX Specifications
PET VAX SPECIFICATIONS
Weight ...........................Net 8.0Kg
Size................................ Height 54cms x 34cms diameter
Motor .............................1200 watts max. / 450 watts min variable power. 2 stage bypass
motor completely insulated and sealed against water contamination.
Structure........................ Moulded high-impact resistant ABS – a higher grade material than
the average car bumper.
Dust Bags ...................... Supplied with machine.
Clean Water Reservoir ....4 litres of clean water.
Hose .............................. 1.8m long, crush resistant hose with 360 (degree) swivels at each
end for tangle free cleaning and maximum access.
Recovery Bucket ............ 8 litre capacity.
For further assistance or advice about any
VAX home-care appliance please call VAXCARE on
1300 36 4040(Australia - cost of a local call)
or 0800 800 900(NZ)
VAX Appliances (Australia) Pty Ltd
A.C.N. 009099736
296 Victoria Road Malaga Western Australia 6090.
EMAIL: [email protected] WEBSITE: www.vax.com.au
VAXCARE

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VAX Anniversary Model Specifications
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Parts checklist
Before using your VAX, please read ‘Important safety information’ on page 11.
Cone filter unit
Motor unit
Water reservoir
Flexible Suction Hose and Hand grip
Liquid Control Assembly
Stainless Steel Extendible Wand
Dust bags VAX
Carpet
Cleaner
Combination tool
Upholstery
Tool
Dusting
Brush
Crevice tool
Mini Turbo Brush Upholstery
washing tool
Recovery bucket
Fibreflow Carpet
Washing Tool Liquid Delivery Tube
VAX Carpet Spot
& Stain Remover
Important safety information
THIS ‘EASY GUIDE’ SHOULD BE READ
COMPLETELY AND REFERRED TO AT ALL
TIMES BEFORE USING YOUR VAX.
This ‘easy guide’ should be retained with your VAX for future reference.
If your VAX is sold or transferred to a new owner, this guide should be
passed on so that the new owner can become acquainted with the
machine and this information. The following information is provided in
the interest of safety.
Please read it before using your VAX.
DO’S
•
Use only genuine VAX replacement parts.
•
Use of non VAX® fluids, filters and accessories may damage your
machine and void your warranty.
•
Ensure the mains cable is fully unwound and straightened before
use.
•
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the
manufacturer or its service agent or a similarly qualified person in
order to avoid a hazard.
•
Ensure the mains cable is kept well away from the revolving
brushes (where fitted) of your VAX, when it is turned on and
running.
•
Keep the mains cable away from heat, oil, sharp edges and rough
surfaces and avoid damage in any other way.
•
Exercise extreme care when cleaning stair carpets. Ensure that
your VAX is in a stable position at either the top or bottom of the
stairs without over-stretching the hose or cable. When cleaning the
stair treads, always keep a hand firmly on your VAX. You may prefer
to remove the castors.
•
Follow the instructions in this user guide when fitting accessories
or tools.
•
Remove the plug from the wall socket before carrying out any
maintenance specified in this guide.
•
Change dust bag and filters at regular intervals as specified on
page 3 of this guide.
•
Store your VAX in a dry place.
•
Have your VAX serviced by an authorised VAX Service Agent only
using genuine VAX spare parts.
DONT’S
•
This appliance is not intended for use by young or infirm persons
unless they have been adequately supervised by a responsible
person to ensure that they can use the appliance safely.
Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not
play with the appliance.
•
Never drag your VAX by the mains cable.
•
Never tug at the mains cable to remove the plug from the wall
socket.
•
Never allow the complete coiled mains cable to drop on the floor
as this may result in kinks or knots occurring in the cable, causing
premature failure.
•
Don’t let anyone touch the rotating brush bar (where fitted) unless
your VAX is disconnected from the mains.
•
Never use your VAX in the presence of flammable gases.
•
Avoid sucking up hot items, hazardous liquids or any other material
which could damage your VAX.
•
Never leave your VAX running unattended.
•
Never use your VAX without a dust bag.
•
If your VAX fails to operate, never attempt to repair it yourself as
repairs carried out by an unauthorised or inexperienced person may
cause injury to you or damage to your VAX.
•
Never alter the specification or modify your VAX in any way.
EXTENSION CABLE
If using an extension cable always ensure that the insulation sheath is
in good condition and is not damaged in any way.
Make sure that the plug and socket are fitted to the extension cable
correctly, if in doubt have it checked by a qualified electrician.
Always use the extension cable in accordance with the manufacturer’s
instructions.
IMPORTANT: When carrying out any maintenance or cleaning
operations on this product, it is essential that the plug is removed
from the wall socket.
In the interests of product improvement,
the Company reserves the right to
introduce modifications or alterations
without notice.
IMPORTANT
“Vaxing” is a term used to describe the washing of carpets using the
unique Vax Cleaning system. Not many people realise just how dirty
carpets can become, even when regular maintenance is carried out by
owners or professional cleaners. No matter how powerful a vacuum
cleaner, dry vacuuming of carpets will only remove surface dirt.
When Vaxing for the first time, many owners are astounded at the
amount of dirt and grime this washing system releases from their
carpets. Depending on many factors such as age of carpet,
neighbourhood conditions (ie. dry, dusty, muddy, sandy) etc., in some
instances the release of dirt particles can be so extensive that the
carpet becomes discoloured. This is due to the efficiency of the Vax
system and is not a malfunction of the unit. With subsequent Vaxing
treatments, the discolouration will diminish. For heavily soiled carpets
it may take a number of treatments.

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If you have washing
difficulties
Items below are available from your Vax Retailer or from
VAX direct.
Paper dust bag (double walled)
Available in packs of 5
Cloth bag
For heavy duty use, these bags can be cleaned up to 5 times.
REGULARLY (when you buy a new pack of
5 disposable paper bags or 1 new cloth bag)…
Replace cone filter
Available in a pack of two. Also available with a bondini filter
and exhaust filter in a 3 filter pack. Periodic cleaning – using
dusting brush clean from centre outwards.
Clean the Bondini (blue) filter
Available with a cone filter and exhaust filter in a 3 filter pack.
Wash filter it in warm water. Squeeze it dry and replace it.
Your VAX will work more efficiently if the Bondini filter is
replaced with a new one occasionally.
Clean the exhaust filter
Available with a cone filter and bondini filter in a 3 filter pack.
Wash filter in warm water. Squeeze it dry and replace it.
Your VAX will work more efficiently if the black exhaust filter
is replaced with a new one occasionally.
Replacement Disposable Placement Moulded Cone
3 Filter Paper Bags Cloth Bag Filter
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P/N 90630 P/N 90600 P/N 90620 P/N 20310
Accessories below are not supplied with model
PET VAX
Turbobrush
The high speed rotating brush bar dislodges trapped dust ,
dirt and hair from within the carpet pile. Automatic air
adjustment allows effective cleaning on light or heavy pile
carpets.
Automop
Washes and dries sealed hard floors. Suitable for vinyl,
ceramics, terrazzos, quarry tiles and most other hard floor
surfaces.
Hardfloor Tool
Thoroughly cleans all hardfloor sur faces. Stiff bristles ensure
dirt and dust is sought out in ever y crevice, leaving floors
clean and dust free. Great for use on carpets.
VAX Defoamer
Reduces excessive foaming when washing carpets.
For use with all multi-function machines.
Looking after your
VAX
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VAX Cleaning Solutions
Carpet Cleaner
• Tough on germs
• Kills odour causing bacteria
• Excellent disinfecting and
stain removing properties
• Fabric Softener
• Deodoriser
Carpet Spot & Stain
Remover
• Contains disinfecting and
stain removing agents
• Fabric Softener
• Deodoriser
Defoamer
• Reduces
excessive foaming
• For use in all
3 and 1 machines
Multi Surface
Hardfloor Cleaner
• Biodegradable
• Deodorising cleaner
• Stain removing agents
• Suitable for tiles, vinyl and
slate
Hardfloor Wipe
• Biodegradable
• Deodorising cleaner
• Stain removing agents
• Streak free
Allerite
Effective in the
reduction and
control of dust mite
allergen which
simply cannot be
removed by normal
vacuuming.
IF YOU HAVE WASHING DIFFICULTIES,
CHECK…
1 The pump washing button is switched
on
2 The tube valve is properly connected
3 The weight on the end of the solution tube is at
the bottom of the water reservoir and not
trapped between motor unit and water reservoir
4 The rocker switch is positioned towards the back
5 The washing tool is flat on the surface being
washed
6 That the power control is correctly adjusted
within the washing range. Turn higher than
minimum wash setting for uneven or higher pile if
required
7 There are no kinks in the solution tube
Remove kinks by rubbing the tube between finger &
thumb
8 That the recovery bucket is not full, causing the
automatic cut off valve to stop the suction

How to: Unblock sinks
1 Set up for washing, but don’t connect the
solution tube or put water or cleaning
solution in the water reservoir
If the water in your sink is soapy, VAX Defoamer will
be required in the recover y bucket. Refer to
instructions on Defoamer bottle. Pour Defoamer
into recovery bucket through the central hole in the
clean water reservoir.
2 Use the metal tube connected to the hand
grip. Wrap a cloth around the tube to create
a seal between the tube and the plug hole.
3 Turn the suction power to maximum and
switch on
The ‘sound’ your VAX makes will change and the
suction will drop when the recover y bucket is full.
Time to empty it!
What to do after washing
AFTER WASHING – ALWAYS…
Clean your VAX thoroughly
Keep your VAX assembled. Clean the washing tool,
stainless steal wand and hose, by sucking up some
clean warm water. After sucking up the water, leave your
VAX switched on. Air flowing through the hose will help
dry it out.
AFTER WASHING – REGULARLY…
Clean out the fibreflow carpet washing tool
7 steps for easy
vacuuming
1 Fit a dust bag by pushing it firmly into the
recovery bucket before connecting hose
2 Push the connector on the end of the hose. Turn
it clockwise to lock
3 Fit the filter unit and motor unit
Ensure the two retaining clips are secured. You may
have to push down hard on the edges of the motor
unit above the clips. They are a tight fit.
4 Fit the extendible wand to the hose hand grip
Adjust to suit by pressing button in direction of
arrow which will allow an extension or reduction in
wand length.
5 Choose suction power
Vacuum carpets on high power.
Vacuum fabrics and upholster y on low power.
Make sure that the cable is fully unwound.
Put the plug into a wall socket.
6 Choose the right tool for the job
The smaller tools can be fitted to the back of your
VAX when not in use.
7 Switch ON
Push the button on the handle marked for on, push
again for off.
Tip
As your VAX is very power ful, you may find that the
dust bag fills up quickly the first time you use it.
Should a blockage occur in the suction hose/
hand grip it can usually be “unblocked” by
reversing the hose and running the machine for a
few seconds or so. It may be necessary to bind
the hand grip end of the hose with a cloth or rag
to form a temporar y seal between the hand grip
and the connector socket on the recovery bucket.
UPHOLSTERY
TOOL
DUSTING
BRUSH
CREVICE TOOL
For cleaning in
narrow gaps
MINI TURBO
BRUSH
Rotating Brush
Bar dislodges
animal hair
from carpets
and upholstery.
COMBINATION
TOOL
Use with lever
in this position
for vacuuming
carpets.
COMBINATION
TOOL
Use with lever
in this position
for vacuuming
hard floors.
SPILL PICK-UP
TOOL
Takes up small
liquid spills.
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Getting ready to wash
1 Vacuum the area you intend to wash
2 Remove the motor unit, filter unit, hose, dust bag
and vacuuming tool
Be careful with the dust bag so as not to spill the
contents over your floor
3 When dustbag is removed, re-fit the hose. Push
and turn clockwise
4 Fill the water reservoir with warm water (not hot),
to the level marked on it. Fit the water reservoir
into the recovery bucket
5 Add VAX Carpet cleaner to the clean water
Refer to the instructions on the carpet cleaner bottle.
Add VAX Defoamer if required
Refer to the Tip on the bottom of this page.
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• Adjust the extendible wand to suit
8 Clip the remaining section of solution tube to the
extendible wand
9 Unclip the transparent tube on the bottom of the
motor unit. Place it in the bottom of the washing
solution
10 Fit the motor unit (make sure the transparent
tube is not trapped when you do this)
Secure both side clips.
11 Locate the tube valve, push in firmly and turn
clockwise
YOU ARE NOW READY TO START WASHING
Tip
You should pour VAX Defoamer into the recover y
bucket (through the central hole in the clean water
reservoir) if your carpet has been previously
washed with a high foaming shampoo.
VAX Defoamer is available through your VAX
Stockist
Note:
The spill pick-up is designed to pick-up fluid. Any
staining or marking should be dealt with using the
VAX Carpet Spot & Stain Remover as directed on
the bottle. Alternatively, the area of the spill can
be washed using your VAX fitted with the
appropriate washing tool.
How to: Use the spill pick-up tool
1 Attach the spill pick-up tool to the
vacuuming hose.
Turn you VAX on. Suck up the spill keeping the spill
pick-up facing down. Do not overfill above the max
level mark. NOTE: Do not tip the tool upside down
or the fluid will leak out.
2 Remove the spill pick-up from the hose.
Release the connector by pushing the black release
button and pull to disconnect. Dispose the spill.
3 Separate the parts and rinse, including the
filter.
Dry components before replacing.
How to: Suck up large spills
If your washing machine floods or the deep
freeze has been defrosted, leaving pools of
water about, your VAX can help
1 Set up for washing, but don’t connect the
solution tube or put water or cleaning
solution in the water reservoir
If the spill is soapy, VAX Defoamer will be required
in the recovery bucket. Refer to instructions on
Defoamer bottle. You should pour VAX Defoamer in
the central hole in the clean water reservoir.
2 Use the metal extension tube or extendible
wand or connect the washing tool directly
to the hand grip
3 Turn the suction power to maximum and
switch on
4 Suck up the spill
The ‘sound’ your VAX makes will change and the
suction will drop when the recover y bucket is full.
Time to empty it!
Wrap Solution Tube (A) around Hose (B). Ensure
that the solution tube is wrapped loosely enough to
allow the solution to flow freely through the tube.
After wrapping the tube around the hose, affix
Solution Tube (A) to Hose (B) using Clips provided
(C) to hold it in place.
Fit the washing tool and push end of Solution
Tube onto connective valve on the Carpet Wash
Head / Upholstery Wash Tool.
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How to wash carpets
1 Set up your VAX as described on page 5
2 Switch ON
3 Switch on the power washing button
4 Turn the suction power to the wash setting or
higher, depending on the carpet pile
5 To allow water to flow through the Fibreflow
wash head, ensure that the rocker switch (A) is
positioned towards the back of the head
6 With the solution flowing, wash a section of
carpet approx 3 metres x 3 metres by pushing the
wash head backwards and forwards over the area
7 Stop the solution flow by moving the rocker
switch (A) to the forward position on the
Fibreflow wash head. This will prevent water
flow, allowing excess water to be removed from
the section just washed
8 Turn the pump washing button off and turn the
suction power to maximum
Go back over the area you have just washed. You
are now maximising moisture removal from the carpet.
9 Move to the next area and repeat steps 3 to 8
10 When no more water reaches the wash tool the
pump will make a ‘sound’ due to sucking air
Refill the water reservoir with water and VAX Carpet
cleaner. Empty the recovery bucket when you refill
the water reservoir. The ‘sound’ your VAX makes
will change and the suction will drop if the recovery
bucket is over-full. Time to empty it!
Tip
ALWAYS TEST FOR COLOUR FASTNESS WITH SOME
UNDILUTED CARPET CLEANER ON A HIDDEN AREA FIRST.
Start from the corner of a room and work backwards
towards the door.
If you are washing very dirty carpets, you may have to
wash them several times over a period of time to bring
all the dirt to the surface.
When washing stairs, place your VAX above the area you
are washing. ALWAYS ENSURE YOUR VAX IS STABLE.
The castors on your VAX will pull off, giving it extra
stability on stairs or slopes. DO NOT PULL
EXCESSIVELY ON THE BLACK SUCTION HOSE.
Metal or wooden furniture legs may mark a wet carpet.
Wait until the carpet is dry or place aluminium foil under
the feet of furniture.
When washing deep pile carpets, move the washing tool
in the same direction as the pile lays.
Don’t allow children or animals onto the carpet until it is dry.
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How to wash upholstery
1 Set up your VAX as described on page 5, BUT
don’t use the extendible metal wand
2 Connect the upholstery washing tool to the short
metal wand and wind the excess solution tube
around the metal portion of the hand grip and fit
the tube into the upholstery washing tool
3 Switch power button ON
4 Switch on the pump washing button
5 Turn the suction power to the wash setting
6 Start the washing solution flowing
To start the solution flow, push black collar on the
wash tool forward.
7 When you see water swirling in the washing tool
you are ready to start washing
8 Pull the washing tool backwards
You are now washing the upholstery. Cover a small
area at a time. Don’t push the tool backwards and
forwards as this may stretch the fabric.
9 Stop the washing solution flowing
To stop the flow, pull the black collar on the wash
tool backward. Go back over the area you have just
washed. You are now removing excess moisture
from the upholstery.
10 Move to next area and repeat steps 6 to 9
11 When no more water reaches the wash tool the
pump will make a ‘sound’ due to sucking air
Refill the water reservoir with water and VAX Carpet
cleaner. Empty the recovery bucket when you refill
the water reservoir. The ‘sound’ your VAX makes
will change and the suction will drop if the recovery
bucket is full. Time to empty it!
Tip
Use the upholstery washing tool for spot cleaning
small dirt patches on either carpet or upholstery.