Vax POWERFLEX V-010 Product information sheet

UK SERVICE & HELP - VAX CARE 0870 6061248
Monday to Friday 9.00am to 5.00pm. An answer phone is available out of these hours. If you have queries or concerns about using your VAX, call the HELPLINE. Calls are charged at the UK national rate.
Please make a note of the serial number and model number of your VAX before calling. There are over 400 approved VAX Service Agents in the UK . For your nearest Service Agent, please call VAX Care.
V-010 Easy Guide

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1Handle grip
2On-board hose
3On/off switch
4Crevice tool and removable dusting brush
5Cleaning head access window
6Flexible cleaning head
7See-through dust canister
8Hose connector
9Dust canister release
10 Storage hanging loop
11 Power lead holder
12 Dusting brush holder
13 Quick release power lead clip
14 Power lead
15 Permanent filter
16 Assembly screw
Parts checklist
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FRONT BACK

Putting your cleaner together
Push the handle down on to the top of the unit. Secure the handle with the screw supplied. Place the tools into their storage positions: (A) hose
and (B) upholstery tool.
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Operating the vacuum cleaner
IMPORTANT: MAKE SURE THE DUST CANISTER IS IN PLACE BEFORE OPERATING.
Storing/removing the power lead
Turn the quick release clip for easy power lead
removal. Plug the lead into a power socket.
Turn the cleaner on, using the on/off switch located
on the side of the machine.
Use the flexible head to reach into corners. Gently
push the head into the corner and the edges will
‘mould’ to the shape of the corner.
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Operating the vacuum cleaner
Using the attachments
Pull the hose connector flap down. It is located on
the front of the dust container. Gently slide the
hose into the hole until it clicks into place.
To use the crevice tool: remove the brush from the
end. Re-attach for dusting (store the brush on the
back of the handle).
To remove the hose, pull down on the hose
connector flap and pull the end out of the front of
the cleaner.
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Dust canister and filter
IMPORTANT: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY FROM MOVING PARTS, UNPLUG CLEANER BEFORE SERVICING.
Removing the dust canister
Press the latch on the front of the dust canister and
pull out.
Hold the dust canister over a waste bin. Pull the
filter up and out of the dust canister. Gently tap the
filter firmly against the inside of the waste bin until
the dust stops falling from the filter.
Hold the dust canister over a waste bin and shake
out any remaining dust and debris.
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Dust canister and filter
Replacing the filter Replacing the dust canister
Gently push the filter back into the dust canister. Align the bottom of the dust canister with the hole
opening. Hold down the button and gently push
the dust canister into place. You will feel it lock
into place.
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General maintenance
Clearing blockages in the cleaning head
To remove a blockage in the cleaning head: insert
the end of a standard (flat head) screwdriver into the
slot and pry the cleaning head access window out.
Pull out the obstruction and return the cleaning
head access window back into its place.
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Troubleshooting
PROBLEM
Cleaner won’t run
Cleaner won’t pick-up/loss of suction
Dust escaping from cleaner
Cleaner tools won’t pick up
POSSIBLE REASONS
1. Power lead not firmly plugged into socket.
2. Blown fuse or tripped circuit breaker.
3. Needs service.
1. Dust canister not installed correctly.
2. Dust canister full.
3. Blocked filter.
4. Cleaning head blocked.
1. Dust canister full.
2. Dust canister not installed correctly.
3. Hose not installed correctly.
4. Filter not installed correctly.
1. Hose blocked.
2. Dust canister full.
3. Filter blocked.
POSSIBLE SOLUTION
1. Plug unit in firmly.
2. Check fuse or circuit breaker in home.
Replace fuse or re-set circuit breaker.
3. Call VAX Care on 0870 6061248.
1. Review dust canister removal and
replacement.
2. Empty dust canister.
3. Remove filter and clean.
4. Remove nozzle access window; clear
obstruction OR check hose and clear
obstruction.
1. Empty dust canister.
2. Review dust canister removal and
replacement.
3. Review hose installation.
4. Review filter installation.
1. Remove hose and tools and clear
obstruction.
2. Empty dust canister.
3. Clean or replace filter.
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VAX CARE: 0870 6061248
WARNING: TO REDUCE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY, UNPLUG CLEANER BEFORE SERVICING.

Safety
• Do not leave the appliance when plugged in. Unplug it from the socket when not in use.
• To prevent electric shock, do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.
• Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used by or near children or the infirm.
• Use only as described in this user guide.
• Use only the manufacturer’s recommended attachments.
• Do not use with a damaged cord or plug.
• Do not pull or carry by the cord, use the cord as a handle, allow the cord to come into contact with hot or sharp surfaces or close a door on the cord.
• Do not unplug by pulling on the cord.
• Do not handle the plug or appliance with wet hands.
• Do not put any object into openings or operate with openings blocked, keep them free of anything that may reduce airflow.
• Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers and all parts of body away from openings and moving parts.
• Turn off all controls before unplugging.
• Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.
• Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids such as petrol, or use in areas where they may be present.
• Look on your vacuum cleaner and follow all labels and marking instructions.
• Do not use an extension cord with this vacuum cleaner.
• Keep end of hose and other openings away from face and body. Keep hands, feet, hair and clothing away from moving parts,
especially the revolving brush.
• Store the vacuum cleaner indoors. Put the vacuum cleaner away after use to prevent tripping accidents.
• Do not vacuum any glowing, burning or smoking particles.
• Do not use without the dust canister and filters in place.
•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.
For further information in the UK, call the VAX HELPLINE on 0870 6061248
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EEC STATEMENT OF COMPLIANCE
Manufacturer/EEC importer: VAX Limited, hereby on our own responsibility declare that the product Powerflex is manufactured in compliance with the following:
Safety: 72/23/EEC Low Voltage Directive as modified by 93/68/EEC
EMC: 89/336/EEC Electromagnetic compatibility Directive as modified by 93/68/EEC
VAX Ltd., Kingswood Road, Hampton Lovett, Droitwich, Worcestershire, WR9 0QH, UK
email: [email protected] - website: www.vax.co.uk
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