Vax V-027U User manual

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instruction manual
Carpet washer
Vax model number:
V-027U
UL
TRA
SOLUTION
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2parts overview
1 Handle
2 Solution trigger
3 Brush on/off
4 Power on/off
5 Clean water tank release
6 Clean water tank carry handle
7 Clean water tank
8 Drain cap
9 Dual brushbars
10 Front suction nozzle
11 Dirty water tank
12 Floor/ tools selector
13 Hose attachment cover
14 Dirty water tank handle
15 Dirty water tank nozzle tab
16 Dirty water tank latch
17 Detachable tool storage
18 Hose
19 Water supply connector
20 Upholstery wash tool
21 Upholstery tool trigger
22 Solution/ hose clip
23 Quick cord release
24 Carrying handle
25 Clean water tank cap
26 Hose storage clips
27 Power cord
28 Cord wrap
29 Handle release pedal
30 Vax ultra solution
Fig.1/1
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1. Diagram
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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. Do not leave the carpet washer unattended when
plugged in. Unplug it from socket when not in use.
2. To prevent electric shock do not use outdoors.
3. ot to be used as a toy. Children should be supervised to
ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
4. 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 the use of the appliance by a person
responsible for their safety.
5. Use only as described in this manual.
6. Do not use with a damaged cord or plug. If the supply
cord and/or plug is damaged, they must be replaced
by the manufacturer, a Vax Service Agent or similarly
qualified persons in order to avoid hazard.
7. 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.
8. Do not unplug by pulling on the cord.
9. Do not handle the plug or carpet washer with wet
hands.
10. Do not put any objects into openings or operate with
openings blocked, keep them free of 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 use the carpet washer on any glowing,
burning or smoking particles.
13. Do not use without the solution tank and dirty water
tank in place.
14. Do not use the vacuum without the dust bag in place.
15. Turn off all controls before unplugging.
16. Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible
liquids such as petrol, or use in areas where they may
be present.
17. Keep the unit on the floor.
18. Do not use an extension cord.
19. Do not attempt to remove blockages with sharp
objects as they may cause damage.
20. Store indoors put away after use to prevent tripping
accidents.
21. Using improper voltage may result in damage to the
motor and possible injury to the user. The correct
voltage is listed on the rating label.
22. A hazard may occur if the carpet washer runs over
the power supply cord.
23. To prevent dirty water from running into motor, do
not hold the appliance upside-down or lay on its side.
Use appliance in normal vacuuming position.
24. Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.
25. Do not carry appliance while motor is running.
NOTE: Carpets should be dry vacuumed thoroughly
before washing.
NOTE: The unit must be unplugged from the mains
socket outlet after use, and before cleaning or
maintaining the unit.
I PORTANT: This unit is not intended for
commercial use.
PLEASE KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS
FOR FURTHER USE.
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4assembly
3. Assembly
Putting your cleaner together
Remove your Rapide XL from the carton with caution.
The handle is connected to the body by a cord (Fig.3/1).
NOTE: Do not tug or pull on the cord.
Line up the handle to the upper body of the machine and
slide into place (Fig.3/2).
NOTE: Phillips screwdriver required
Secure from the back with the two smaller screws
(Fig.3/3).
Putting your cleaner together.
Feed the cord through the slots on the back of the
handle and push into place (Fig.3/4).
Place a nut into the recess in the back of the upper
handle. While holding the nut in place insert one of the
large screws through the front of the upper handle and
tighten (Fig.3/5).
Repeat the process with the second screw.
Remove the backing tape from the screw cover and press
into place (Fig.3/6).
Clean water tank
NOTE: ake sure the grey wedge block is resting in
place (fig.3/7).
Fig.3/1
Fig.3/4
Fig.3/5
Fig.3/2
Fig.3/6
Fig.3/8
Fig.3/3
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Line up the grooves of the clean water tank with the
support posts inside the handle. Tilt the top of clean
water tank inward and push until it locks into place
(Fig.3/8).
Tool storage
To install the tool caddy, line up the tabs of the tool caddy
storage with round tabs on the back of the handle (above
quick cord clip) (Fig.3/9).
Slide the tool caddy downwards until it is secured in place
(Fig.3/10).
NOTE: The tool caddy can be removed for storage on a
wall.
Connect upholstery attachment to end of hose by
pressing until it clicks into place (Fig3/11).
Push upholstery attachment into the left hose clip, wrap
the hose around the tool caddy starting on the back
groove of the storage caddy.
Secure into place by pushing the end of the hose into the
hose clip on the right. Press the solution/ hose clip onto
the hose to secure the solution tube in place (Fig 3/12).
Fig.3/7
Fig.3/8
Fig.3/9
Fig.3/11
Fig.3/12
Fig.3/10
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6operation
4. Operation
Note: The float in your Rapide XL is the transparent,
pivoting moulded part in the dirty water tank, it will
shut off the suction when the dirty
water tank is full.
For best results use a smooth steady motion keeping
the nozzle flat against the carpet. Tipping the cleaner
and breaking the seal of the nozzle against the carpet
will cause the float to rise cutting off suction.
Once the float is activated, empty the dirty water
tank.
If the tank does not appear full turn off the power
switch and wait for the float to settle. For best results
use only Vax Ultra Solution.
Remove the clean water tank by pressing the clean water
tank release and pulling the tank by the handle (Fig.4/1).
CAUTION: aximum water temperature 50°C.
Add approximately 140ml of Vax Ultra solution.
Remove the clean water tank cap and put in a safe place.
Slowly fill the clean water tank with warm tap water
(max 50°C) and replace the cap (Fig.4/2).
Return clean water tank by lining up the grooves of the
clean water tank with the support posts on the inside of
the handle. Rock clean water tank inward until it locks
into place (Fig.4/3).
Note: Use only Vax Ultra Solution. using other cleaning
solution may cause excessive foaming. This may
cause the float to shut off the cleaner prematurely.
Using other cleaning solution will invalidate your
warranty.
Plug the cord into an electrical socket. Step on the handle
release pedal to put the cleaner into a cleaning position
(Fig.4/4).
Turn power switch and brush switch to the O position
(Fig.4/5).
NOTE The power switch controls the vacuum motor
and pump, the bursh switch only turns the contra-
rotating brush bars on and off when the power is on.
To spray cleaning solution, depress the solution release
trigger (Fig 4/6) and move the cleaner backward and
forward. Release the trigger and push the unit back and
forth in the same track to remove dirty water and
Fig.4/2 Fig.4/5
Fig.4/3
Fig.4/4
Fig.4/1
Fig.4/7
Fig.4/8
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solution from the carpet.
For heavily soiled areas, repeat if necessary.
How to carry your cleaner
Grab the carrying handle on the back of the cleaner to
transport from room to room (Fig.4/7).
NOTE: Do not pick the cleaner up by the clean water
tank handle.
Hose attachments
Put the cleaner in its upright position. Turn the brush
switch and power switch to the off position (Fig.4/8).
Remove the hose from its stored position on the back of
the cleaner. Lift the hose attachment cover located on
the top of the dirty water tank (Fig.4/9).
Insert the end of the hose into the tool opening and
twist clockwise until it locks into place (Fig.4/10).
Attach the water supply connector to the water supply
port and press firmly until it locks into place (Fig.4/11).
Move the floor/tools selector to the tools (upward)
position (Fig.4/12).
Fig.4/6
Fig.4/7
Fig.4/8
Fig.4/9
Fig.4/10
Fig.4/11
Fig.4/12
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8operation
To wash upholstery, be sure that the brush switch is OFF
and that the power and soap switches are turned O
(Fig.4/13).
ote: Do not allow upholstery to become too wet.
While depressing the blue solution spray trigger, push the
attachment in a forward motion. Release the trigger and
pull the attachment backward in the same path to remove
dirty water and solution from upholstery (Fig.4/14).
For heavily soiled areas, repeat if necessary.
NOTE: ake sure upholstery is thoroughly dry before
using.
Remove the hose from the fitting by twisting it
counterclockwise to unlock. Close the hose attachment
cover until it snaps into place (Fig.4/15).
Disconnect water supply connector from the water
supply port by pressing the grey button and pulling
(Fig.4/16).
Move the tool/floor selector to the floor position
(downwards) (Fig.4/17).
Return tools to their storage position on the back of the
cleaner (Fig.4/18).
Emptying the dirty water tank
Depress the dirty water tank latch and simultaneously
pull the dirty water tank nozzle tab up and away from the
cleaner (Fig.4/19).
Fig.4/13
Fig.4/14
Fig.4/16
Fig.4/2
Fig.4/17
Fig.4/18
Fig.4/2
Fig.4/15
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Remove the dirty water tank by lifting the dirty water
tank handle and pulling the tank out of the base
(Fig.4/20).
NOTE: The nozzle does not need to be completely
removed to empty the dirty water tank.
Place the dirty water tank over a large sink and remove
the dirty water tank cap by twisting it to the left
(counterclockwise) and out in a safe place. Empty the
water into the sink (Fig.4/21).
Dirty water tank can be rinsed out with hot tap water to
remove any remaining debris. Wipe and let dry thoroughly
before storing to prevent mildew from forming (Fig.4/22).
NOTE: Do not use any chemicals when cleaning.
Return the dirty water tank cap (Fig.4/23).
Lift the dirty water tank handle and pull out the filter to
clean.
Rinse under hot water and return to the dirty water tank
(Fig.4/24).
Fig.4/20
Fig.4/19 Fig.4/22
Fig.4/23
Fig.4/24
Fig.4/21
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10 operation/ maintenance
Emptying the dirty water tank
Return dirty water tank to the base of the cleaner by
tipping the nozzle down into the basin and dropping it
into place (Fig.4/25).
Lift the front of the cleaner base off the carpeting with
one hand. Line up the black tabs with the grooves of the
front nozzle.
Lift the front nozzle upwards towards the cleaner and
press under the latch until it locks into place (Fig.4/26).
5. Maintenance
Remove dirty water tank and front nozzle put them to
one side (Fig.5/1).
Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove two (2) screws
(Fig.5/2).
NOTE: Phillips screwdriver required
Remove the belt cover. Remove the broken belt (Fig.5/3).
Belt or brush removal and replacement (Fig.5/4)
1. Loop the belt around the rear shaft.
2. Loop the top of the belt above the small pulley and
the bottom of the belt around the lower small pulley.
3. Feed the entire belt over the first large pulley.
4. Loop the belt around the front large pulley and rotate
the front brushbar forward until the belt is in place.
NOTE: ake sure the entire belt stays on top of the
Fig.4/26
Fig.4/25 Fig.5/1
Fig.5/2
Fig.5/3
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first large pulley by lightly placing a finder on top to
guide it.
Return the nozzle cover to the original position (Fig.5/5)
Secure by replacing the two (2) screws.
Remove the screw that holds the brushbar in place
(Fig.5/6).
Tilt cleaner off the carpet. Grasp the brush bar and pull
the right side of its chamber.
Tilt the brushbar down to the ground and remove the
silver cap. Slide the worn brushbar out of the cleaner
(Fig.5/7).
To install a new brushbar. Feed the brushbar through the
opening until the screw plate and screw hole are lined up
(as above) (Fig.5/8).
NOTE: The black cap behind the silver screw plate will
be through the hole.
Replace the silver cap to right side of the brushbar.
Lift the brushbar up and align with the brushbar
chamber. Push the screw plate towards the screw hole
until the flush and replace the screw (Fig.5/9).
Fig.5/5
Fig.5/6
Fig.5/8
Fig.5/9
Fig.5/7
Fig.5/4
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6. Troubleshooting
WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury,
unplug the vacuum cleaner before performing
maintenance or troubleshooting checks.
PROBLE : The cleaner won't run.
Cause: ot properly plugged into electrical outlet.
Solution: Plug in firmly.
Cause: o electricity in electrical outlet.
Solution: Check fuse or breaker.
Cause: O /off switch not turned on.
Solution: Push on/off switch to ‘on’.
Cause: Blown fuse/tripped breaker.
Solution: Reset circuit breaker or replace fuse.
PROBLE : Cleaner won’t pick up/loss of suction.
Cause: Dirty water tank is full.
Solution: Switch off and unplug cleaner. Empty dirty
water tank as shown in Section 4.
Cause: Dirty water tank not installed correctly.
Solution: Refer to page 9 for fitting information.
Cause: Obstruction in hose/nozzle.
Solution: Remove hose and clear obstruction.
Cause: Broken or worn belt.
Solution: Replace the belt. See page 10.
Cause: Brushbar is worn.
Solution: Replace the brush bar. See page 10.
PROBLE : Liquid escaping from the vacuum.
Cause: Dirty water tank is full.
Solution: Switch off and unplug cleaner. Empty dirty
water tank as shown in Section 4.
Cause: Dirty water tank not installed correctly.
Solution: Refer to page 9 for fitting information.
Cause: Solution tank not installed correctly.
Solution: Make sure the tank is securely locked in place
PROBLE : Clean solution won’t dispense.
Cause: Solution tank not installed correctly.
Solution: Make sure the tank is securely locked in place.
Cause: Solution tank empty.
Solution: Refill tank. Refer to page 6 for instructions.
7. UK Service & Help
Vax Care 0870 6061248
Monday-Friday 8.00am to 6.00pm
Saturday-Sunday 9.00am to 5.00pm
An answerphone is available outside of these hours. Any
queries or concerns about using the Vax, call the Vax
Careline. Calls are charged at the UK national rate.
Please make a note of the serial number and model
number of the carpet cleaner before calling. There are
over 400 approved Vax Service Agents in the UK. For the
nearest Service Agent, please call the Vax Careline.
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technical specification
8. Technical Specification
Voltage: 220-240V ~50Hz
Wattage: 750 W
Capacity: Clean water tank - 4.0 litres
Dirty water tank - 3.7 litres
Cord length: 7.5 metres
Weight: 11.30kg
Subject to technical change without notice.
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EEC STATE ENT OF CO PLIANCE
Manufacturer/EEC importer: Vax Limited, hereby on our own responsibility, declare that the
Vax V-027U is manufactured in compliance with the following Directives:
Safety: 2006/95/EC Low Voltage Directive
E C: 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.
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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