Vax VRS20U User manual

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H87-G12/H87-GM15 Series
Gator
Let’s get started

Thank you for buying this Gator.
Taking care of small cleaning tasks
The Gator range 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 Gator range is perfect for small cleaning tasks on surfaces and upholstery.
Taking care of your Gator
Also inside this guide are instructions on maintaining your new machine, so that it’s always ready
when you need to tackle those small jobs.
This handheld is intended for household use only and
NOT for commercial or industrial use.
• Thishandheldisforindooruseonly.
• Fordrydebrisuse,nottobeusedonwetsurfaces.
• Keepngers,hairandlooseclothingfrommovingparts
and openings whilst using the handheld.
• OnlyVaxrecommendcharger,toolsandaccessories
should be used with this handheld.
• 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.
Please keep instructions for further use.
3Alwaysmakesurelteranddirtcontaineraretted
correctly before using your handheld.
3Always turn o the Gator handheld vacuum and
disconnect the charger before carrying out
any maintenance.
3Turn o all controls on the handheld before
disconnecting or connecting the charger.
3Takeextracarewhencleaningonthestairs.
3Always replace the fuse in the plug with a 13amp fuse.
3Always protect the charger cable from heated surfaces
or near 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canbea
trip hazard.
3Always carry the handheld by the handle.
3Store your handheld in a cool, dry area.
Please keep instructions for further use.
Don’ts
Do’s
8Don’t charge the handheld outdoors
8Don’t use this handheld if it has been dropped,
damaged, immersed in water or left outdoors.
8Don’t run over the charger cord or use the handheld if
the charger cord or plug is damaged. Please contact
ourCustomerCareLineon:08444128455(Mon-Fri
8.30amto6.30pm,Sat9.00amto5.00pm).
8Don’t handle the plug or use the handheld with
wet hands.
8 Don’tthrowthehandheldintoreorexposetohigh
temperatures, as the handheld contains a rechargeable
nickel cadmium battery which may cause damage
or burst.
8Don’t pull or carry this handheld by the charger cord.
8Don’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 handheld by pulling
on the charger cord.
8Don’t attempt to remove blockages with sharp objects
as this may cause damage to your handheld.
8Don’t use the handheld charger with incorrect voltage
as this may result in damage or injury to the user. The
correct voltage is listed on the ratings label.
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
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) 0844 412 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 handheld before calling.
Alternatively, you can write to us at:
Vax Ltd., Kingswood Road, Hampton Lovett, Droitwich, Worcestershire, WR9 0QH, UK
Let us know what you think @VaxUK
Basic safety precautions

Contents Getting to know your machine
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
Handle
Gator Series
Filter
Included with
your machine
Turbohead
Charger
Name Gator H87-G12 Gator H87-GM15
Voltage 12V 15.6V
Weight 1.5kg 1.8kg
Capacity 0.3L 0.3L
Cleaning
Time 17 mins 25 mins
Charging
Time 12 hrs 12 hrs
Technical Specication
Subject to technical change without notice.
Accessories & Consumables*
*To purchase consumables and accessories, please visit vax.co.uk
Retractable
crevice tool
Dirt container
release button
Dirt container
release button
Filter
release button
Charging indicator
(redLED)
Charger socket
On/oswitch
Gator H87-G12 Gator H87-GM15
Charger Charger
1-5-131865-00 1-5-132794-00
Pre-motor Pre-motor 
Filter(Type67) Filter(Type67)
1-7-131574-00 1-7-131574-00
 MotorisedTurbohead
 1-2-132797-00
H87-GM15
+

TIP
We recommend to
empty the dirt container
after each use.
Plug charger into the mains and insert lead into back
ofmachine.Initialchargingtimeis24hours.
Getting started Using your machine
PLEASE READ ‘LET’S TALK SAFETY’ AT THE BEGINNING BEFORE USE
The charging light will illuminate continuously whilst
the charger is connected.
On/oswitch: 0O
IOn
Gently pull the
crevice tool.
Push the crevice tool to retract.
PLEASE READ ‘LET’S TALK SAFETY’ AT THE BEGINNING BEFORE USE
NOTE: The power switch
must be in the o position
to charge the battery.
To empty the dirt container, press both buttons either
side of the dirt container to release lid.
Empty dirt and
debris over a bin.
Failuretoinitiallychargethe
batteryfor24hours,mayresult
in poor battery performance.
WARNING

Always unplug the charging lead
from the machine before carrying
out any maintenance.
WARNING
Taking care of your machine Taking care of your machine
Pressthelterremovalbuttonandpulldirtcontainer
from machine.
Whilst holding the dirt container over a bin, grasp the
ltergentlyandpullout.
Shakeanyexcessdirtordebris
from the dirt container.
Taplteragainstbin.
tap
Washthelterunderrunningwaterandleaveto
fullydryforaleast24hoursbeforereplacing.
Do not use the handheld without
thelterinplace.
Gentlypushlterbackintothedirtcontainer. Tore-attachthedirtcontainer,alignbottomofthe
dirt container and push until it locks into place.
WARNING
ToremovetheTurbohead(GatorH87-GM15only)forcleaning
or when not in use, gently twist down and pull to detach.
ToattachtheTurbohead(GatorH87-GM15only),
align with dirt container and push until it locks in place.
24hr
40oCmax
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• Battery may not be fully charged. If using the handheld for
thersttimetheinitialchargeshouldbe24hours.
The charging light will illuminate continuously when charger
is connected.
•The nozzle or crevice tool may be blocked, check and clear
anyblockage.Theltermaybeclogged,cleanthelter.
Go to ‘Taking care of your machine’ page*. The battery is
getting weak, let the battery run until it stops and recharge.
The dirt container may be full, empty the dirt container.
Go to ‘Using your machine’.
•The charger may not be inserted correctly. Check the fuse
in the plug, if this needs replacing always replace with a
13amp fuse.
SolutionProblem
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handheldbeforecalling.
Why does my handheld
have no power?
Why won’t the
handheld pick up?
Why won’t the battery
recharge?

Vax Ltd., Kingswood Road, Hampton Lovett, Droitwich, Worcestershire, WR9 0QH, UK
email: inf[email protected] website: vax.co.uk
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EEC Statement of Compliance: Manufacturer/EECimporter:VaxLimited,herebyonourownresponsibility,
declarethattheH87-G12/H87-GM15 series 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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