Vax Flair C86-FD-Be Installation instructions

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Job No: J2543 Model No: C86-FD-Be series
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Please keep instructions for further
use and use only as instructed in
this guide. 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 appliance 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 appliance in a safe
way and understand the hazards
involved. Children shall not play with
the appliance. Cleaning and user
maintenance shall not be made by
children without supervision.
• Only Vax recommended tools should
be used with this vacuum cleaner.
Basic safety precautions
3Turn o all controls on the vacuum
cleaner before disconnecting or
connecting the power cord.
3Always keep the power cord away
from the brushes whilst using your
vacuum cleaner. After use always
wrap the power cord around the
cord clips provided.
3Always make sure both the
pre-motor/post motor lters are
in place before use.
3Always make sure the brushbar is
set to hard oor when using your
vacuum on the stairs and take extra
care when positioning the vacuum
cleaner on the stairs.
3Always switch o the vacuum
cleaner before disconnecting or
connecting the hose and accessories.
3Keep all openings clear and free
from debris as this may aect the
airow/suction.
3Always replace the fuse in the plug
with a British 13amp fuse. Always
protect the power cable from heated
surfaces and open ames.
3Use only CE approved 13amp
extension cords, non-approved
extension cords may overheat.
Care should be taken to arrange
the extension cord as it could be
a trip hazard.
3Store the vacuum cleaner in a cool,
dry area. If lters have been cleaned
as per user the guide instructions
ensure they are thoroughly dry
before storing away.
Don’ts
Do’s
8Don’t use this vacuum cleaner if
it has been dropped, damaged or
left outdoors.
8Don’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).
8Don’t handle the plug or use the
vacuum cleaner with wet hands.
8Don’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.
8Don’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.
8Don’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).
Let’s talk safety
Don’ts
8Don’t attempt to remove blockages
with sharp objects as this may cause
damage to your vacuum cleaner.
8Don’t vacuum up hard or sharp
objects such as glass, nails, screws
or coins etc.
8Don’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.
Let’s talk safety
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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
Flair
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 oor head
Crevice tool
Dusting brush
Pre-motor lter
Post-motor lter
Accessory hose and handle
Thank you for buying this Flair.
Taking care of your carpets and hard oors
The Flair 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 carpets and hard oors for your home for a reason and Vax will help you take
good care of them.
Taking care of your Flair
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.
Taking care of you
We’re here if you need us. Instead of taking me back
to the shop, simply visit:
vax.co.uk/support or call:
(UK) 0330 026 8455 (ROI) 1-800 928 308
Monday-Friday 8.30am to 6.30pm, Saturday 9.00am to 5.00pm
Calls are charged at the UK local rate. Before you call we’ll need you to have the following
information to hand: your machine, your proof of purchase or warranty registration code.
Alternatively, you can write to us at:
Vax Ltd., Kingswood Road, Hampton Lovett, Droitwich, Worcestershire, WR9 0QH, UK
This user guide can also be found online at: vax.co.uk/support
Let us know what you think @VaxUK
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Assembling your vacuum cleaner
Press both buttons at end
of hose and insert into
hose entry point.
Insert hose grip into
telescopic extension tube.
Press button on telescopic
extension tube and adjust
to required length.
Insert the other end of the
telescopic tube into the
oor head.
Before you begin cleaning
IMPORTANT: 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. Remove and empty the dirt container 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 machine).
Clean the pre-motor lter every time the dirt container is emptied and replace the post-motor lter every 12 months.
If the vacuum cleaner is blocked, switch o and unplug before removing the blockage.
Getting to know your machine Getting started
PLEASE READ ‘LET’S TALK SAFETY’ AT THE BEGINNING BEFORE USE
Always switch o the vacuum
cleaner before connecting
or disconnecting the hose/
attachments, or removing and
emptying the dirt container.
IMPORTANT
Name Flair
Voltage 220-240V~50Hz
Wattage 700watts
Cord length 5/5/5.3m
Weight 4.3kg
Technical Specication
Subject to technical change without notice.
Pre motor lter Kit (Type 118)
1-1-134534-00
Post motor lter Kit (Type 106)
1-1-134390-00
TurboTool (Type 4)
1-1-134340-00
Tool Connector (Type 1)
1-1-133838-00
Crevice Tool (Type 10)
1-9-128020-0
Combination Floor Tool (Type 6)
1-1-134330-00
Dusting Brush (Type 5)
1-9-127512-00
Accessories & Consumables
*To purchase consumables and accessories, please visit vax.co.uk
On/o button
Floor head
parking slot
Cord rewind button
Dirt container
release button
Carry handle
Dirt container
Separator and shroud
Post-motor
lter cover
Hose entry point
Pre-motor
lter (hidden)
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Emptying and cleaning the dirt container
Using your machine Taking care of your machine
Press dirt container release
button and lift to remove.
Twist the shroud and pull
to remove.
Hold dirt container over a bin
and pull the dirt release clip on
the bottom of the dirt container,
allowing dirt/debris to fall out.
Tap the shroud over a bin to
remove any dirt/debris.
Rinse the shroud under water
(Max 40°C) Leave to dry for 24
hours or until fully dry before
placing back in the machine.
IMPORTANT: Unplug and switch o vacuum cleaner before performing maintenance or troubleshooting checks.
TIP
Don’t over ll the dirt container
to avoid blocking the air ow
through the vacuum cleaner.
MAX
40˚C
!
MAX
40˚C
TIP
Brushes on the oor head should
be visible when using on hard oors.
Unwind the power cord.
Do not pull further than the
yellow marker.
Plug into mains and push
the on/o button to turn
your machine on.
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.
CAUTION: When unwinding the power cord do not pull further than the yellow marker.
For use on carpets, click
rocker switch forward.
For use on hard oors click
rocker switch back.
Slide vent cover on hose grip open
to reduce suction if required.
Raise brushes for carpets.
Lower brushes for
hard oors.
Using accessories
Using your vacuum cleaner
Attach accessory
adapter to hose end or
extension tube.
If required use tool
connector.
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Storing your vacuum cleaner
Press cord rewind button
to retract cord into
vacuum cleaner.
Place oor head into
parking slot on the back
of vacuum cleaner for
storage and carrying.
Taking care of your machine Taking care of your machine
Post-motor lter maintenance
Squeeze the lter cover clips
together and pull to remove.
Push tab pull to remove the
post-motor lter.
Check the post-motor lter
for discolouration.
Important: The exhaust 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.
MAX
40˚C
!
MAX
40˚C
Cleaning the pre-motor lter
Press dirt container release
button and lift to remove.
Remove the pre-motor lter.
Separate the frame and foam.
Tap the lter frame and foam over
a bin to remove any dirt/debris.
Rinse both the frame and foam
under water (Max 40°C).
Leave to dry for 24 hours or until
fully dry before placing back in
the machine.
TIP
Clean the pre-motor lter every time the
dirt container is emptied and replace the
post-motor lter every 12 months.
24hr
MAX
40˚C
!
MAX
40˚C
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Let’s talk technical
Don’t forget your accessories!
Order at: www.vax.co.uk/spares-and-solutions
Accessories
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’ Flu Tool
1-1-131392-00
Specically designed to remove extra stubborn
pet hair from upholstery, furniture and carpets.
TIP
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.
Removing blockages from the TurboTool*
*Not applicable for all models.
Tabs
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.
34
1
2
34
1
23
4
12
3
4
12
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
IMPORTANT: Remove accessory from hose or telescopic extension tube before performing maintenance or trouble
shooting checks.
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What to do if it goes wrong Getting in touch
* 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.
• Check the ‘This pack contains’ panel on the box to make sure
the part is included with your vacuum cleaner.
• The dirt container may not be correctly tted, remove the dirt container
from the vacuum cleaner and check pre-motor lter and dirt container
are assembled correctly, ret ensuring it’s locked into place. 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’.
• The lters may be clogged, clean the lter.
Go to ‘Taking care of your machine’.
• The plug may not be fully pushed into the electrical socket.
• Check the fuse in the plug if this needs replacing, always replace with
a 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).
SolutionProblem
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of personal injury, unplug the vacuum cleaner before performing maintenance
/troubleshooting checks.
Is there an accessory
missing?
Why won’t the vacuum
cleaner pick up?
Why does my vacuum
cleaner have no power?
Why is dust escaping
from the vacuum?
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Vax Ltd., Kingswood Road, Hampton Lovett, Droitwich, Worcestershire, WR9 0QH, UK
email: inf[email protected] website: vax.co.uk
Version 1.0
EEC Statement of Compliance: Manufacturer/EEC importer: Vax Limited, hereby on our own responsibility,
declare that the C86-FD-Be 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.
@VaxUK
© 2014 All rights reserved. VAX®, VAX Lozenge, are trade marks or registered trade marks of Techtronic Floor Care Technology Ltd.
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