Vax Compact VX56 Installation instructions

LET’S GET STARTED.
VX56
CYCLONIC
BARREL
VACUUM
vax.com.au
vax.co.nz
Compact
VACUUM CLEANER
CYCLONIC
BARREL
VACUUM

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.
READ ALL THE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE
• Only use the vacuum cleaner indoors and keep the area you’re cleaning well lit.
• Keep ngers, hair and loose clothing from moving parts and openings whilst
using the vacuum cleaner.
• 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
use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
Children should not play with the vacuum cleaner. Cleaning and user
maintenance should not be made by children without supervision
• Only Vax recommend tools and accessories should be used with this
vacuum cleaner
• Cleaning and maintenance shall not be made by children.
• Do not use this vacuum cleaner if it has been dropped, damaged,
left outdoors or dropped into water.
Do not use this vacuum cleaner with a damaged cord or plug.
• 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 vacuum cleaner over the cord. Keep the cord away
from heated surfaces.
• Do not handle the plug or the vacuum cleaner with wet hands.
• Do not pick up any hot coals, ash, cigarette butts, matches or any hot,
smoking or burning objects.
• Only use the vacuum cleaner indoors on dry surfaces.
• Turn o the on/o switch on the vacuum cleaner controls before
disconnecting or connecting from the mains supply.
• Turn o the on/o switch on the vacuum cleaner controls before
disconnecting or connecting from the mains supply.
• Always unplug the vacuum cleaner before connecting or disconnecting
the vacuum hose and accessories.
• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the
appliance.
• The appliance should only be used as described in the quick start guide
and in the full user guide.

This vacuum cleaner is intended for household use only and NOT for
commercial or industrial use.
READ ALL THE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE
• Only use the vacuum cleaner indoors and keep the area you’re cleaning well lit.
• Keep ngers, hair and loose clothing from moving parts and openings whilst
using the vacuum cleaner.
• 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
use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
Children should not play with the vacuum cleaner. Cleaning and user
maintenance should not be made by children without supervision
• Only Vax recommend tools and accessories should be used with this
vacuum cleaner
• Vax recommends the use of a Residual Current Device rating of 30 mA or less.
• If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, or similarly
qualied person in order to avoid a hazard, or invalidating the warranty.
• 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. Should this occur,
unplug the vacuum cleaner from the electrical outlet and turn o the switch. Remove dirt
container and empty. Clean lters. Allow the unit to cool for approximately one (1) hour.
To re-start, plug into an electrical outlet and switch back on.
• Do not use charger with damaged cord or plug. If appliance or charger is not working as
it should, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors or dropped into water, take it to a Vax
authorised repair agent prior to continuing use. Please contact our Customer Care Line on:
AU: 1300 829 287 / NZ: 0800 829 695 (Mon-Fri 8.30am to 5.00pm) or visit www.vax.com.
au / vax.co.nz for your nearest Vax authorised repair agent.
• Cleaning and maintenance shall not be made by children.
• Do not use this vacuum cleaner if it has been dropped, damaged,
left outdoors or dropped into water.
Do not use this vacuum cleaner with a damaged cord or plug.
• 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 vacuum cleaner over the cord. Keep the cord away
from heated surfaces.
• Do not handle the plug or the vacuum cleaner with wet hands.
• Do not pick up any hot coals, ash, cigarette butts, matches or any hot,
smoking or burning objects.
• Do not pick up any ammable or combustible materials (lighter uid, petrol, kerosene etc.)
or use in the presence of explosive liquids or vapours.
• Do not vacuum harmful or toxic material (chlorine, bleach, ammonia, drain cleaner etc.).
• Do not vacuum hard or sharp objects such as glass, nails, screws, coins etc.
• Do not vacuum plaster dust, concrete dust or any other building or vitreous materials.
• Do not vacuum baking soda or any other powder-based carpet refresher or deodoriser.
• Do not put any objects into openings. Do not use with any openings blocked and do not
restrict airow.
Keep all openings free of dust, lint, hair or anything that might reduce airow.
• Do not use the vacuum cleaner with blocked lters and without all of the lters in place.
• Only Vax recommended attachments should be used with this appliance.
• Keep hair, loose clothing, ngers and all parts of the body away from openings
and moving parts.
• Store the vacuum cleaner in a cool, dry area.
• Use only SAA approved extension cords. Care should be taken to arrange the cord
so that the cord cannot be tripped over.
• Take extra care when positioning the vacuum cleaner on the stairs.
• Keep vacuuming area well lit.
PLEASE KEEP INSTRUCTIONS FOR FURTHER USE.

Thank you for buying this Vax Compact.
Taking care of your carpets and hard floors
The Vax Compact 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 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 Vax Compact
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
For troubleshooting simply visit or call:
Australia: 1300 829 287* New Zealand: 0800 829 695*
vax.com.au vax.co.nz
*Monday – Friday: 8:30am -5:00pm
Calls are charged at the standard local rate. Please make note of the serial
number and model number of the product before calling.

Contents
Let’s talk safety
Getting to know your machine
Getting started
Using your machine
Taking care of your machine
What to do if it goes wrong
Getting in touch
Vax Compact
Included with
your machine
Filters
Dusting brush
Crevice tool
Upholstery tool
Combination oor head
Extension tube
and tool caddy
TurboTool
Pre-motor lter
HEPA anti-bacterial
post-motor lter
Hose and handle

Getting to know your machine
Name VX56
Voltage 220-240V ~50/60Hz
Wattage 2000W
Capacity 2.5 Litres
Cord length 6m
Weight 6.6kg
Filters Pre-motor filter (washable) VX28F
HEPA 12 antibacterial post motor filter (tap to clean)
Technical Specification
Subject to technical change without notice.
Made in China
*To purchase consumables and accessories, please visit vax.com.au
Double
Insulated
Class II
This product
meets applicable
regulatory
requirements.
Regulatory
Compliance Mark
(RCM)
Indoor
Use
Read
Instructions
Carry handle
Cyclone separator and shroud
Hose connector
On/o button
Variable power dial
Floor head parking slot
Dirt container
Dirt bin release button
Cord rewind button
Wheel
Accessories & Consumables

Assembling your vacuum cleaner
Keep you Vax like new
PLEASE READ ‘LET’S TALK SAFETY’ AT THE BEGINNING BEFORE USE
Getting started
CAUTION: Always switch o the vacuum cleaner before connecting or disconnecting the hose/attachments,
or removing and emptying the dirt container.
IMPORTANT: The condition of the lters aects the performance of your machine. Please check, clean and replace
lters periodically (depending on the level of use). For full cleaning instructions, see “Cleaning the pre-motor lter”
and “Cleaning the post-motor lter”.
IMPORTANT: Do not use the vacuum cleaner with blocked lters and without all of the lters in place.
Insert the end of the hose
into the unit. Ensure the
hose has clicked into place.
Slot the metal telescopic
extension tube and hose
handle together. All
accessories can be tted
to the end of the metal
telescopic extension tube.
Fully unwind the power
cord. A yellow mark on the
cord indicates the
recommended cord length.
Do not exceed the cord
beyond the yellow mark.
Plug in and switch the unit
on by pressing the power
button.

Using your machine
Taking care of your machine
How to use
Adjust the power for
dierent surfaces
as required.
Hard Floors
Carpets
For use on carpets click
rocker switch forward. For
use on hard oors click
rocker switch back.

WARNING: 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.
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.
NOTE: Empty the dirt container when the MAX mark is reached.
IMPORTANT: Filters need to be cleaned everytime you empty the dirt container for best cleaning results.
Do not use your vacuum cleaner with blocked lters and without ALL the lters in place.
Emptying and cleaning the dirt container
Taking care of your machine
Remove dirt container
by pushing down the dirt
container release button
and lifting the dirt
container.
Hold the dirt container
and locate the dirt
release button on the rear
of the dirt container.
Hold dirt container over a
bin and press dirt release
button to open, allowing dirt
to fall out.
Storage
Cable rewind button is
located at the rear of the
machine. After unplugging
press the cable rewind until
the cord is fully retracted.
For convenience there is a parking slot located at the rear
of the vacuum cleaner where the oor head and tubes
can be attached for storage and carrying.

Taking care of your machine
Taking care of your machine
Cleaning the pre-motor filter
NOTE: Check lters for
cleanliness everytime
you empty the dirt
container. Clean
where necessary.
Replace lters when
discoloured and/or
damaged (frequency
will depend on level
of use).
Tap excess dirt from the lter. Rinse under a tap and leave to dry at least for 24 hours
before replacing in vacuum cleaner.
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Hold the dirt container and
twist the lid anti-clockwise.
Lift the lid to reveal the
pre-motor lter.
Lift out the pre-motor lter.

Taking care of your machine
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Cleaning the shroud
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Lift the lid to reveal the
pre-motor lter.
Lift out the pre-motor lter.Hold the dirt container and
twist the lid anti-clockwise.
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Remove the inner separator
from the container.
Remove the cap from the inner
separator.
Dislodge any excess dirt
by gently tapping the inner
separator upside down
above a bin.

Taking care of your machine
What to do if it goes wrong
Cleaning the Antibacterial HEPA media post-motor filter
Removing blockages from the TurboTool
NOTE: Do NOT wash
antibacterial HEPA
media lter.
Locking ring
TAP
Post-motor lter is located
in the wheel. Hold the
centre of the wheel
and twist wheel cover
anti-clockwise.
Remove locking ring
With the wheel cover o
the post-motor lter is
easily removed.
Seperate the turbo tool and
remove blocakges
Tap all excess dirt o
the lter.
Replace the cover of the
turbo tool and locking ring.
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What to do if it goes wrong
• Check the ‘Contents’ page in this guide to make sure the part is
denitely included in your unit.
• If it is missing, we’re here to help. Simply call us on
AUS: 1300 829 287 / NZ: 0800 829 695
• The dirt container may be incorrectly installed; remove the dirt container
from the unit by pressing the dirt container release catch and then re-
attaching it to the unit, ensuring it is locked rmly back into place.
• The lter may be clogged; refer to ‘Taking care of your machine’.
• The dirt container may be blocked; refer to ‘Taking care of your
machine – Cleaning the shroud’.
SolutionProblem
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of personal injury, unplug the product before performing
maintenance/troubleshooting checks.
There is an
accessory missing.
Why won’t the vacuum
cleaner pick up?
Why is dust escaping
from the vacuum?
• The lter may be clogged; refer to ‘Cleaning the pre/post lter’.
• The dirt container may be blocked; refer to ‘‘Taking care of your
machine – Cleaning the shroud’.
• The dirt container may be incorrectly installed; remove the dirt container
from the unit by pressing the dirt container release catch and then
re-attaching it to the unit, ensuring it is locked rmly back into place.
What do I do if the unit/
an accessory becomes
damaged or broken?
Why won’t the accessories
pick up properly?
Why will the vacuum
cleaner not run?
• We’re here to help. Simply call AUS: 1300 829 287
/ NZ: 0800 829 695 or visit vax.com.au
• Hose blockages: remove the hose from the unit. Carefully remove any
blockages found and reconnect hose securely.
• Accessory blockages: remove accessory from handle/tube. Carefully
remove blockage and re-attach to the vacuum cleaner.
• The accessory may be faulty. Simply call us on AUS: 1300 829 287 /
NZ: 0800 829 695 for assistance.
• It may not be plugged into the electrical outlet correctly; ensure that
the plug is pushed in securely.
• The electrical outlet may not be working properly; check the fuse
or breaker, or consult an electrician.
• The motor thermostat may have tripped; switch o and unplug the
vacuum cleaner, and leave for one hour before switching the cleaner
back on.

* Calls are charged at the standard local rate. Please make a note of the serial number and model number of the vacuum cleaner
before calling.
Getting in touch

Notes

Distributed by
Techtronic Industries Australia Pty Ltd
31 Gilby Road, Mount Waverley, VIC 3149, Melbourne, Australia
Careline AU: 1300 VAX AUS (1300 829 287) www.vax.com.au
Techtronic Industries N.Z. Limited
2 Landing Drive, Mangere, Auckland, 2022, New Zealand
Careline NZ: 0800 VAX NZL (0800 829 695) www.vax.co.nz