Vax LiFE User manual

U85-LF-B
CORDLESS UPRIGHT VACUUM
LET’S GET STARTED.
LiFE

Let’s talk safety
Basic
safety
precautions
Don’ts
Do’s
• This Cordless upright is intended for household use only and
NOT for commercial or industrial use.
• Only use the Cordless upright indoors and keep the area your
cleaning well lit.
• Keep ngers, hair and loose clothing from moving parts
and openings whilst using the Cordless upright.
• 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.
• Don’t charge the Cordless upright outdoors, or leave the
charger connected to the mains when not in use.
• Don’t use this Cordless upright if it has been dropped,
damaged, immersed in water or left outdoors.
• Don’t run over the charger cord or use Cordless upright
if the charger cord or plug is damaged. Please contact our
Customer Care Line on: 0330 026 8455
(Mon-Fri 0830-18-30 Sat 0900-1700).
• Don’t handle the plug or use the Cordless upright with
wet hands.
• Don’t throw the Cordless upright or battery into re or expose
to high temperatures, as the Cordless upright contains a
rechargeable Lithium-Ion battery which may cause damage
or burst.
• Always make lter and dirt container are tted correctly
before using your Cordless upright
• Always turn o the Cordless upright and remove the
battery before carrying out any maintenance
• Turn o all controls on the Cordless upright before
disconnecting or connecting the battery
• Take extra care when cleaning on the stairs
• Always protect the charger cable from heated surfaces
or near open ames

• Use only the Vax recommended charger and accessories
with this Cordless upright.
• Turn o all controls on the Cordless upright before disconnecting
or connecting the battery and before carrying out any maintenance.
• Take extra care when cleaning on the stairs.
• Always protect the charger cable from heated surfaces or near
open ames.
• Use 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.
• Always carry the Cordless upright by the handle.
• Store your Cordless upright in a cool, dry area.
• Don’t use the charger cord as a handle, pull the charger cord around
corners or sharp edges or close a door over the charger cord.
Don’t unplug Cordless upright charger by pulling on the charger cord.
• Don’t attempt to remove blockages with sharp objects as this may cause
damage to your Cordless upright.
• Don’t use the Cordless upright with incorrect voltage as this may result
in damage or injury to the user. The correct voltage is listed on the
ratings label.
• 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 vacuum up hard or sharp objects such a glass, nails,
screws, coins, etc.
• Use 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
• Always carry the Cordless upright by the handle
• Store your Cordless upright in a cool, dry area
• Please keep instructions for further use.
PLEASE KEEP INSTRUCTIONS FOR FURTHER USE.

Thank you for buying this LiFE Cordless Vacuum.
Taking care of your oors
The LiFE is designed to make cleaning as quick and convenient as possible and this user guide
will help you get the most out of your machine.
The LiFE is perfect for regular cleaning tasks on your oors.
Taking care of your LiFE Cordless Vacuum
Also inside this guide are instructions on maintaining your new machine, so that it’s always ready
when you are to tackle your oors.
Let us know what you think @VaxUK
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. Please make a note of the serial number and model number
of the product before calling.
Alternatively, you can write to us at:
Vax Ltd., Plot 302, Stonebridge Cross Business Park, Hampton Lovett, Droitwich,
Worcestershire, WR9 0LW, UK
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
Let’s talk technical
What to do if it goes wrong
Getting in touch
Notes
Lithium-Ion Battery
Dual Power
Included with
your machine
Docking station

Name LiFE
Code U85-LF-B
Part Number 1-1-135634
Voltage 18v
Weight 3.3kg
Technical Specication
Subject to technical change without notice.
On/O and brushbar control
Handle
Battery Slot
Battery Charge Indicator
Dirt Container
Floor Head
Brushbar on/o indicator
Floorhead
Removal Button
Dirt Container
Release Clip
Filter Cap
Filter
Separator
Quick Release
Button
Filter
Belt
1-3-129504-00
Filter (Type 77)
1-7-129456-00
Accessories & Consumables
Battery Pack
1-5-136719-08
Charger
1-5-136533-00
Getting to know your machine

Getting to know your machine
Getting started
Line up oor head with
the main body, push
rmly together until oor
head locks into place.
Assembling your LiFE cordless vacuum
PLEASE READ ‘LET’S TALK SAFETY’ AT THE BEGINNING BEFORE USE
Push the handle
into the main body.
Insert screw from the rear of
back panel and tighten with a
cross head screwdriver
On
O
On
O
Roll the On/O and
brushbar control forward
once for hard oor
cleaning. The brushbar
will NOT spin.
Roll the On/O
and brushbar
control forward
again for carpets.
The brushbar will spin.

Operating your LiFE cordless vacuum
Plug charger into the
mains. Push battery rmly
into docking station. LED
indicator will illuminate
within 2 seconds if pushed
in correctly. Initial charge
should be for 10 hours.
Before inserting the
battery make sure
On/O and brushbar
control: on machine
is set to o.
On/O switch:
0 O
I Hard oor
II Carpets
On
O
Place your foot on the
oor head and pull the
handle backwards to
recline the machine.
The light will fade in and
out when fully charged.
To remove battery, lift
release ap while holding
the docking station.
Lift release ap and
pull battery to remove.
Using your machine
TIP
It is normal for the LED to
ash/stay lit for up to 10
seconds after the battery
is removed. If it still ashes
after 10 seconds, unplug
docking station and wait 10
seconds before re-trying.
CAUTION: When carpet mode is selected on the On/O and brushbar control the brushbar will constantly rotate.
Never leave the vacuum cleaner in one spot for an extended period of time as this may damage the oor surface.
Vax cannot be held responsible for damage to the oor surface if the customer fails to take notice
of this recommendation.

Taking care of your machine
Using your machine
Press dirt container quick
release button, allowing
dirt to fall out.
Push dirt container
release clip to
remove dirt container.
Advanced Cleaning
Press the dirt container quick release button, to access separator. Twist the separator to unclip
and pull, tap the separator over a bin and wipe clean.
tap

Push dirt container
release clip to
remove dirt container.
Remove the foam lter.
Cleaning the lter
Tap the foam lter
to remove any dust
and debris.
Pull lid of lter
cap upwards.
Foam lter can be washed
with water max 40’C.
Taking care of your machine
Let’s talk technical
Leave at least 24 hours or
until fully dry before replacing
into the machine.
tap
24hr

Let’s talk technical
Press the oor head removal
button to release the oor
head from the main body.
Remove any blockage and
reassemble the machine.
Remove screws as indicated
on the oor head plate with
a cross head screw driver.
Lift oor head plate to access
brushbar and belt.
Lift the brushbar from housing and
remove belt from motor spindle.
Removing blockages
Changing the brushbar/belt
Loop the new belt around
the motor spindle and
brushbar. Insert the
brushbar back into the
oor head and replace
oor head plate.
TIP
When changing the belt,
this is the perfect time
to clear any debris from
your brushbar. Using
a pair of scissors, cut
through any threads or
hair caught around
the brushbar.

Let’s talk technical
Notes
Machine: Battery Charge Indicator
All three LEDs will light momentarily when the power switch is turned on.
The battery charge indicator will then indicate remaining capacity as below:
3 LEDs lit – Remaining capacity is more than 75%
2 LEDs lit – Remaining capacity is more than 50%
1 LED lit – Remaining capacity is less than 25%
1 LED blinking – Remaining capacity is less than 25%
LED lit, battery not
in Docking Station
No charging is taking place Normal condition
LED lit continuously Battery is charging Leave battery
in Docking station
LED pulses (gradually dimming
and brightening)
Battery is fully charged Remove battery from
Docking station
Docking Station: LED operations
Docking Station: LED operations
Your cleaner uses a Lithium-Ion battery. When these
batteries no longer recharge, they must be removed
from the cleaner and recycled.
If you would like information on the correct disposal
of batteries, we’re here to help.
Simply call us on 0330 026 8455.
TIP
The battery is to be
disposed of in one
piece. Do not attempt
to take apart.

Let’s talk technical
Notes

What to do if it goes wrong
• Check the battery is inserted correctly into the machine.
• The battery may not be charged, remove and charge battery.
• Battery might be too hot, remove and allow to cool for 30
minutes. Replace battery.
• The motor thermostat may have tripped. If this has happened,
switch o the vacuum cleaner. Remove and empty the dirt
container and check 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).
• The brushbar may not be switched on, please check the On/o
and brushbar control.
• To check the belt, go to ‘Changing the brushbar/belt’ Go to
‘Lets Talk Technical.
• The brushbar may be blocked. Go to the ‘Let’s talk technical’.
• Empty the dirt container and clean lters. Go to the ‘Taking
care of your machine’ page.
• There may be a blockage in the machine. Please remove the
oor head from the main body, check and clear any blockages.
• The brushbar may not be turning. Go to ‘My brushbar isn’t
turning?’ below.
SolutionProblem
Why does my vacuum
cleaner have no power?
Why won’t the vacuum
cleaner pick up?
My brushbar isn’t
turning?
• Check the wall docking station is plugged in.
• Check the battery is inserted correctly into the docking station.
• The battery may not be connecting with the docking station.
Remove battery and unplug docking station, wait 10 seconds
then retry.
Why isn’t the LED lit
when the battery is
charging?
• Check the battery is inserted correctly into the docking station.
• The battery or docking station has an error. Remove the battery
and unplug docking station, wait 10 seconds then plug docking
station into socket and re-t the battery.
Why is the LED
continually ashing?

Getting in touch
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GET IN TOUCH
0330 026 8455 VaxVacuums[email protected].uk vax.co.uk @VaxUK
EEC Statement of Compliance: Manufacturer/EEC importer: Vax Limited, hereby on our own responsibility, declare that the
U85-LF-B 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.
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