Vax Performance Cyclonic V-008SC User manual

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Always fully extend the mains cable before use.
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instruction manual
Bagless upright
Vax model number:
V-008SC
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V-008SC
1. Diagram
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2parts overview
1
2
3
45
6
10
21
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
11
7
8
9
12
Fig.1/1
1 Handle grip
2 TurboTool
3Hose
4 Dirt container release button
5 Crevice tool -inside extension tube
6 Extension tube
7 Dirt container
8 Air Director
9 Centre dirt path
10 Clean release empty button
11 Carpet height adjuster
12 Scuff guard bumper
13 Cord grip
14 Hose guide
15 Cord wrap with quick release
16 Long power cord
17 Carry handle
18 Dust brush
19 Handle release pedal
20 On/Off pedal
21 Wheels
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safety information
2. Safety Information
FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.
When using the vacuum cleaner, basic safety precautions
should always be observed, including the following:
1. Only use the vacuum cleaner indoors on dry surfaces.
2. Turn off the vacuum cleaner controls before
connecting to or disconnecting from the mains
supply.
3. Always unplug the vacuum cleaner before connecting or
disconnecting the vacuum hose.
4. Close attention is necessary when used by or near
children.
5. This appliance is not intended for use by persons
(including children) with reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities, or lack of experience or knowledge,
unless theyhave been given supervision or instruction
concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible
for their safety. Children should be supervised to make
suretheydo notplaywith the machine.
6. Use only as described in this manual. Use only the
manufacturer’s recommended attachments.
7. Do not use the vacuum cleaner with a damaged cord
or plug. Do not use the vacuum cleaner if it has been
dropped, damaged, left outdoors or dropped into
water. Return the vacuum cleaner to a Vax
Authorised Service Agent or suitably qualified person
for examination, repair or adjustment.
Call 0870 6061248 for your nearest service centre.
8. Do not pull or carry by the cord. Do not use the cord
as a handle, close a door on the cordor pull the cord
around sharp edges or corners. Do notrun the
vacuum cleaner over the cord. Keep the cord away
from heated surfaces.
9. Do nothandle the plug or vacuum cleaner with wet
hands. Do notuse outdoors or on wet surfaces.
10. Do not put any objects into openings. Do not use
with anyopenings blocked and do not restrict air
flow. Keep all openings free of dust, lint, hair or
anything that may reduce airflow.
11. Keep hair,loose clothing, fingers and all parts of the
body away from openings and moving parts.
12. Do not pick up hot coals, cigarette butts, matches or
any hot, smoking or burning objects.
13. Do not pick up flammable or combustible materials
(lighter fluid, petrol, kerosene, etc) or use in the
presence of explosiveliquids or vapours.
14. Do not vacuum up harmful or toxic material
(chlorine bleach, ammonia, drain cleaner, etc).
15. Do not vacuum up hard or sharp objects such as glass,
nails, screws, coins, etc.
16. Do not use without the filters in place.
17. Use extra care when vacuuming on stairs.
18. Keep vacuuming area well lit.
19. Store the vacuum cleaner indoors in a cool, dry area.
20. Turn off the switch before unplugging.
21. Use only CE-approved 13 amp extension cords. Non-
approved extension cords may overheat. Care should
be taken to arrange the cord so that the cord cannot
be pulled or tripped over.
WARNING: Always switch off and unplug the
vacuum cleaner from the electrical outlet before
assembling, opening or emptying the dirt container, or
before connecting/disconnecting the attachments.
CAUTION: The vacuum cleaner is a very powerful
unit. Before plugging the cord into the outlet make
sure the switch is in the ‘off’ position. Hold the vacuum
cleaner firmly when starting and in use.
IMPORTANT: If the inlet or hose is blocked, switch
off the vacuum cleaner and removethe blockage(s)
before re-starting the vacuum cleaner.
IMPORTANT: Cleaning filters improves vacuum
performance. Make sure all filters are replaced back
intothe vacuum cleaner before using.
This vacuum cleaner is intended for household use only
and not for commercial or industrial use.
PLEASE KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS
FOR FURTHER USE.
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Motor Thermostat
IMPORTANT: The motor is equipped with a thermal
cut-out. If for any reason, the vacuum cleaner should
over-heat, the thermostat will automatically turn the
unit off. Should this occur, unplug the vacuum cleaner
from the electrical outlet and turn off the switch.
Removethe dirt container and empty. Clean the
filters. Allow the cleaner to cool for approximately one
(1) hour. To re-start, plug into an electrical outlet and
switch back on.
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4assembly
3. How to Assemble
Handle Assembly: Tool required: Phillips screwdriver
Detach dirt container from back panel of cleaner by
pressing dirt container release button and tilting forward.
Slide handle through top of back panel. Insert carry handle
through holes in back panel (see Fig.3/2).
Insert one (1) screw through front of cleaner to secure handle.
Securecarry handle with two(2) 1” screws through front of
cleaner (see Fig.3/3).
Re-attach dirt container by aligning bottom of dirt container
to bottom of cleaner and push forward to snap into place.
Secure Back Hose:
Wrap hose around back ofhose caddy. Push hose wand
down into the right side of cleaner (Fig.3/5).
Tool Storage:
Attach tools: (a) Slide the dust brush onto post on the
lower tool caddy with the bristles facing out. (b) Clip Turbo
Tool into the caddy on the front of the handle. (c) Slide the
extension tube / crevice tool into the round slot on the left
side of the cleaner (Fig.3/6).
Fig.3/1
Fig.3/4
Fig.3/5
c
BACK
a
FRONT SIDE
b
Fig.3/6
Fig.3/2
Fig.3/3
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operation
4. How to Operate
Cord Release:
Turn Quick Cord Release for easy cord removal. Store cord
in cord grip (see page 2 - parts overview) to keep out of
the way while vacuuming (Fig.4/1).
Turn the carpetheight adjuster to match the surface being
cleaned (Fig.4/2).
IMPORTANT: For easiest adjustment, place cleaner in full
upright position.
CAUTION: Brush agitator continues to rotate while the
hose is removed or in use and at all times while cleaner is
on. Keep hair,loose clothing, fingers and all parts ofthe
body awayfrom brush area while cleaner is on. Cleaner
must be in the upright position to lift rotation brush off
the carpet when cleaning above the floor.
On/Off Pedal:
Plug cord into electrical outlet. Turn cleaner on by
depressing foot pedal located on the back left side of the
cleaner (Fig.4/3).
Handle Release Pedal:
To release handle, push the handle release pedal located
on the lower left side of the cleaner (Fig.4/4).
Floor/CarpetCleaning:
Move the handle and adjust it to the desired position for
(a) storing the upright, (b) operating the cleaner, and (c) de-
press the handle release pedal again to clean under
furniture(see Fig.4/5).
Fig.4/1
Fig.4/2
Fig.4/3
Fig.4/4
a
b
c
Fig.4/5
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6operation
NOTE: Rotating brush could cause area rug fringe to
become tangled within cleaner. Use caution when
vacuuming throw rugs with fringe..
Above Floor Cleaning:
Cleaner must be in its upright position to raise brushbar.
Remove the hose from the tool caddy (Fig.4/7).
Choose any ofthe handy accessories or use the hose
alone. Simply push the attachment firmly into the end of
the extension tube or hose handle. To remove tool, twist
and pull apart gently.
Extension Tube:
If additional length is needed, use the extension tube and
crevice tool. Pull crevice tool out of extension tube. Use
extension tube and crevice tool together or separately.
Carry Handle:
Use the carry handle on the back of the cleaner to move it
from room to room (Fig.4/10).
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Fig.4/6
Fig.4/9
Fig.4/10
Fig.4/7
Fig.4/8
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dirt container & filters
5. Dirt Container & Filters:
Removal and Replacement
WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury from moving
parts, unplug before servicing.
Emptying the dirt container:
Press dirt container release button and remove dirt
container from cleaner (Fig.5/1).
Hold dirt container over dustbin and press clean release
dirt container button to empty. Snap dirt container back
into place after emptying (Fig.5/2).
Click buttons on the base of the cleaner towards the
outside edges to unlock filter cartridge (Fig.5/3).
Lift filter cartridge out of base of cleaner (Fig.5/4).
Remove foam filter:
Removethe foam filter from the filter cartridge (Fig.5/5).
Clean pleated filter:
Tap the pleated filter on the inside of a dustbin toremove
excess dust and dirt from filter. If filter is still clogged, rinse
under (Fig.5/6).
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Fig.5/1
Fig.5/2
Fig.5/3
Fig.5/4
Fig.5/5
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8cleaning filters
Wash foam filter:
Hold foam filter under running water to wash (Fig.5/7).
Ring excess water out of filter. Allow filter to dry for at
least24 hours before replacing in filter cartridge.
Replace foam filter:
Return the foam filter to the filter cartridge (Fig.5/8).
Replace filter cartridge:
Return filter cartridge to base of cleaner (Fig.5/9).
Click buttons back into place to lock filter cartridge in base
of cleaner (Fig.5/10).
Toclean the air director:
To removeAir Director, rotate 1/4 turn counterclockwise
(Fig.5/11).
Fig.5/6
Fig.5/7
Fig.5/8
Fig.5/9
Fig.5/10
Fig.5/11
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belt or brushbar replacement
Pull out and wipe with a damp cloth to clean (Fig.5/12).
Dry and return the air director to the dirt container. Rotate
1/4 turn clockwise to lock in place (Fig.5/13).
Replace dirt container:
Return dirt container to cleaner. Align slot on bottom of
dirt container with tab on cleaner.Push tosnap intoplace
(Fig.5/14).
6. Belt or Brushbar: Removal
and Replacement
Tool required: Phillips screwdriver
WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury from moving
parts, unplug cleaner beforechanging belt or
brushbar .
To remove belt:
Lay cleaner flat and flip cleaner to expose nozzle base.
Base should lay flat and face up. The remove nozzle guard,
use Phillips screwdriver to remove the three (3) screws.
Arrows showlocation of screws (Fig.6/1).
Pull and lift nozzle guard off (Fig.6/2).
Fig.5/12
Fig.6/1
Fig.5/13
Fig.5/14
Regular Maintenance
Each time the dirt container is emptied, the filter
should be cleaned. Tap the filter firmly against the
inside of a dustbin until the dirt stops falling from the
filter.
The filter will be discoloured after use, but this will
not affect the filter’s performance.
Do not brush the filter.
The cleaning instructions may vary depending on the
dirt conditions. In some cases, more or less cleaning
of the filter may be required.
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10 belt or brushbar replacement
Lift and remove brushbar (Fig.6/3). Dispose of old belt.
Toreplace belt or brushbar:
Slide belt ontomotor shaft (see Fig.6/4).
Place new belt in area of brushbar without bristles (Fig.6/5).
With new belt in place, pull and slide brushbar into nozzle
making surethatthe brushbar end caps are in the correct
orientation (inset). Rotate brushbar manually to make sure
belt is properly aligned (Fig.6/6).
Re-attach nozzle guard (Fig.6/7).
Fig.6/2
Fig.6/5
Fig.6/6
Fig.6/7
Fig.6/3
MOTOR SHAFT
Fig.6/4
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Secure by aligning the three (3) tabs in the base slots.
Replace all three (3) screws to secure nozzle guard (see
Fig.6/9).
7. General Maintenance
WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury from moving
parts, unplug before servicing.
Debris removal - hose:
Check to see if dirt container is full; empty if needed
Plug cleaner in and check to see if there is any suction at
end of hose. If there is suction at end of hose, move on to
debris removal section below. If there is no suction at the
end of the hose, follow these steps:
1 Remove the dirt container (see section 5) and check
dirt container inlet located on cleaner (Fig.7/1).
Debris removal - nozzle guard:
Remove nozzle guard (Fig.7/2) by removing three (3)
screws. Remove obstruction.
SLOTS
TABS
Fig.6/8
Fig.7/1
Fig.7/2
Fig.6/9
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Debris removal - TurboTool:
Rotate locking ring 180° and turn TurboTool over (Fig.7/3).
Pivot lower housing and remove clog (Fig.7/4).
To reassemble, be sure tabs are engaged. Pivot the lower
housing closed (Fig.7/5).
8. Troubleshooting
WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury,
unplug the vacuum cleaner before performing
maintenance or troubleshooting checks.
PROBLEM: Vacuum cleaner won't run
Cause: Not properly plugged into electrical outlet.
Solution: Plug unit in firmly.
Cause: No electricity in the electrical outlet.
Solution: Check fuse or breaker.
Cause: Cleaner requires service.
Solution: Take your cleaner to a service centre. Call
0870 606 1248 to find your nearest Vax
approved service agent.
Cause: Motor thermostat has tripped.
Solution: Switch off and unplug the vacuum cleaner.
Leave for one (1) hour. See page 3.
PROBLEM: Cleaner won’t pick up/loss of suction.
Cause: Dirt container not installed properly.
Solution: Review dirt container replacement (section 5).
Cause: Dirt container full or blocked.
Solution: Empty dirt container (see section 5).
Cause: Brushbar or belt worn or broken.
Solution: Replace belt or brushbar (see section 6).
Cause: One or both filters are clogged.
Solution: Remove, clean and replace filters.
Cause: Nozzle / dirt passage clogged.
Solution: Open access door, remove obstruction
(see section 7).
Cause: Carpetheight setting is incorrect.
Solution: Setcarpet height adjustment to appropriate
setting for carpet being cleaned.
Cause: Hose clogged.
Solution: Removehose and tools, removeobstruction
(see section 7).
PROBLEM: Dust escaping from the vacuum cleaner.
Cause: Dirt container full.
Solution: Empty dirt container.
Cause: Dirt container not installed.
Solution: Review dirt container replacement.
Cause: Hose notinstalled correctly.
Solution: Reviewinstallation.
Cause: Filter not installed completely.
Solution: Remove, clean and replace filter.
PROBLEM: Cleaner is difficult to push forwards.
Cause: Carpet height setting is incorrect.
Solution: Set carpet height adjustment to appropriate
setting for carpet being cleaned.
LOCKING RING
Fig.7/3
Fig.7/4
Fig.7/5
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technical specification
9. Technical Specification
Voltage: 220-240V ~50Hz
Wattage: 1550W
Capacity: 2.2L
Filters: Foam and pleated HEPA pre motor filters
Cord length: 9.2m
Weight: 9.35kg
Subject to technical change without notice.
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EEC STATEMENT OF COMPLIANCE
Manufacturer/EEC importer: Vax Limited, hereby on our own responsibility, declare that the
V-008SC Performance Cyclonic Upright is manufactured in compliance with the following Directives:
Safety: 2006/95/EC Low Voltage Directive
EMC: 89/336/EEC 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.
Vax Ltd., Kingswood Road, Hampton Lovett, Droitwich, Worcestershire, WR9 OQH, UK
email: inf[email protected]o.uk -website: www.vax.co.uk
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