Vax VX23 Series User manual

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VX23 Series
Steam Fresh Pet
Let’s get started

Basic safety precautions
Don’ts
Let’s talk safety
This steam mop is intended for household use only and
NOT for commercial or industrial use.
• Only use the steam mop indoors away from rain and moisture
and keep the area you’re cleaning well lit
• Turn OFF the on/o switch on the steam mop controls before
disconnecting or connecting from the mains supply
• Always unplug the steam mop and allow it to cool before
connecting or disconnecting the hose or accessories
• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play
with the appliance
• This appliance is not intended for use by children and persons
with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack
of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given
supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by
a person responsible for their safety
• Please refer to oor manufacturers care recommendations
before use, and test your ooring/carpet/rugs by running the
steam mop over a small hidden area, if no pile distortion or no
damage occurs continue cleaning. Not suitable for use on wax
polished oors or furniture, acrylic surfaces and synthetic,
velvet or steam/water sensitive materials
• Keep ngers, hair and loose clothing from moving parts and
openings whilst using the steam mop
• This steam mop should not be used to clean electrical
appliances such as microwaves, oven, televisions and
electrical heating systems etc
• Only Vax recommended cloths and detergent should be used
with this steam mop. Using other detergents will invalidate
the warranty
IMPORTANT: The steam mop is equipped with a thermostat and
a thermal cut-out. If for any reason the unit should overheat, the
thermostat will automatically turn the unit o. Should this occur,
unplug the steam mop from the electrical outlet and turn o the
switch. Let the unit cool, remove and empty the water tank. To
re-start the machine, plug it into an electrical outlet and switch
it back on.
IMPORTANT: We recommend the use of a Residual Current
Device with a Residual Current rating of 30mA or less.
IMPORTANT: This steam mop may not be suitable for all oating
oorboards or sealed oors – please check with your oorboard
manufacturer rst prior to use.
PLEASE KEEP INSTRUCTIONS FOR FURTHER USE AND USE ONLY AS INSTRUCTED IN THIS GUIDE
WARNING: Danger of scalding
WARNING: The stick steam mop head gets
very hot during operation.
8Don’t touch any hot areas/accessories on your steam mop
It’s normal for the steam mop and accessories to heat up
during use, always allow them to cool down before handling
8Don’t use the steam mop if it has been dropped, if there
are visible signs of damage or if it is leaking, if it has been
immersed in water or left outdoors
8Don’t handle the plug or use the steam mop with wet hands
8Don’t pull or carry this steam mop by the power cord
8Don’t use the power cord as a handle, pull the power cord
around corners or sharp edges or close a door over
the power cord
8Don’t attempt to remove blockages with sharp objects as this
may cause damage to the steam mop, remove blockages only
as instructed in this guide
8Don’t unplug steam mop by pulling on the power cord or run
over the power cord. If the power cord or plug is damaged
please contact our Customer Care Line
8Don’t aim the steam mop at people, animals, plants and
electrical components such as interior of ovens or wires.
Never touch the oor head from a short distance (there is
a risk of scalding)
8Don’t use the steam mop 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 leave this steam mop unattended while it is connected
to the supply mains
8Do not use this steam mop with a damaged cord or plug. If
the supply cord is damaged return the steam mop to a Vax
authorised Service Agent
8Do not use without the tank cap in place. Ensure that the water
tank cap has been screwed down fully before use
8Do not use the steam mop to treat any items of clothing that
are still being worn on the body
8Never immerse the steam mop in water or in other liquids
8Do not operate the steam mop without water in the tank
8Do not use the unit on leather, wax polished furniture or oors,
synthetic fabrics, velvet or other delicate steam or water
sensitive materials
8Do not use on acrylic surfaces
8Do not overll the tank. Do not exceed the maximum
prescribed lling level. Please use the measuring jug and
funnel included
8Do not use without the hard water lter in place
WARNING: Never leave the steam mop in one spot on any
surface for an extended period of time as this may damage the
oor surface.

Thank you for buying this Steam Fresh
Taking care of your sealed hard oors and surfaces
The Steam Fresh is designed to make steam cleaning your sealed hard oors regularly, as eective and ecient
as possible, and this user guide will help you get the most out of your machine.
Maintaining your sealed hard oors with the Steam Fresh will ensure they keep looking beautiful, smell fresh and
are hygienically clean.
Taking care of your Steam Fresh
Also inside this guide are instructions on maintaining your new machine, so that it’s always ready when you are
to tackle your sealed hard oors.
We’re here if you need us
For troubleshooting simply visit or call:
Australia: 1300 361 505* New Zealand: 0800 800 900*
vax.com.au vax.co.nz
*Monday – Friday: 8:30am -5:00pm
Calls are charged at the standard local rate. Please make note of the serial
number and model number of the product before calling.
3Always make sure the concentration nozzle and accessories
are securely connected to the handheld before use
3Always ll the clean water tank with water only, never add
perfume, stain remover or products containing alcohol. Filling
the clean water tank with hot or boiling water will damage the
machine and invalidate your warranty
3 Always make sure tanks are tted correctly before using
the steam mop
3Always vacuum your carpets thoroughly and ensure
hard oor areas are free from grit and debris before
using the steam mop
3 Always carry the steam mop by the handle
3Always unplug the steam mop before carrying out
any maintenance or when unattended
3Turn o all controls on the steam mop before disconnecting or
connecting the power cord, after use always wrap the power
cord around the cord clips provided
3Take extra care when cleaning on stairs
3 Always protect the power cable from heated surfaces or
near open ames
3Store the steam mop in a cool, dry area away from children
3 Before storing the steam mop please ensure all water/
detergents tanks and hard water lter are thoroughly
clean and dry
3The force and heat of the steam may have an adverse eect on
some materials. Always check whether a surface is suitable for
treatment with the steam by carrying out a test before hand on
a concealed area
3The steam mop must be kept level during operation.
3Always remove the mains plug from the socket and allow
the steam mop to cool down completely before topping
up with water
3In wet rooms, e.g. bathrooms, connect the appliance to sockets
with an RCD adaptor connected in series.
3Be very careful when cleaning tiled walls with sockets.
WARNING: Always switch o and unplug the steam mop from the
electrical outlet before assembling, opening or emptying the water
tank, or before connecting/disconnecting the attachments.
Do’s
Let’s talk safety

Contents
Let’s talk safety
Getting to know your machine
Getting started
Using your machine
Taking care of your machine
What to do if it goes wrong
Getting in touch
Notes
Steam Fresh Pet
+
Pet pad
Included with
your machine
x2 250ml
Vax Steam Detergent
250ml Vax Pet
Steam Detergent
x2 Microbre
cleaning pad
x2 Microbre
cleaning pad
Carpet glider
Carpet glider
Hard water lter
Hard water lter
Steam Fresh Boost
+

Contents
Getting to know your machine
Plug storage
Handle release button
Carpet glider
Solution trigger (hidden)
Handle
Hard water lter (hidden)
On/O switch
Steam Burst nozzle
Compact scrub brush (hidden)
Floorhead
Twin tank
Name Steam Fresh Boost
Voltage 220–240V
Wattage 1400-1600W
Cord length 8m
Weight 3.3kg
Name Steam Fresh Pet
Voltage 220–240V
Wattage 1400-1600W
Cord length 9m
Weight 3.3kg
Technical Specication
Subject to technical change without notice.
*Please note model shown is Steam Fresh Boost, the Pet version is a dierent colour
Quick cord
release hook
Steam and
solution dial
Quick cord
release hook
Floorhead
release button
Pet pad
x2 250ml
Vax Steam Detergent
250ml Vax Pet
Steam Detergent
Carpet glider
Carpet glider
Hard water lter
Hard water lter
Steam Fresh Boost
Steam Burst button
On/O switch
Twin tank release button

Push the main body down
into the oor head until it
clicks into place
Push the handle into main
body until it clicks
into place
To stand steam mop
upright push handle until
clicks into place
Assembling your steam mop
Getting started
PLEASE READ ‘LET’S TALK SAFETY’ AT THE BEGINNING BEFORE USE
Wrap power cord around hooks
for easy storage and insert into
plug storage
Place the cleaning pad on the oor
white side facing up. Place steam
mop onto pad making sure the entire
pad covers the oor head
Press the twin tank release button
and lift the twin tank by the handle
WaterDetergent
Twist water cap anti-clockwise
and lift to remove
Fill the water tank with 500ml of water,
replace cap to tighten and twist clockwise
Filling twin tank

Using your machine
Twist the detergent cap
anti-clockwise and lift
to remove
Before replacing the twin
tank make sure the hard
water lter is in place
Align the twin tank and push
until it clicks into place
Pour 50ml of Vax
detergent and 250ml of
water into the detergent
tank then replace cap and
twist clockwise to tighten
IMPORTANT: If you do not wantto use detergent on yourooring, selectcarpetorwoodonthe surface selector.
Alwaystest on an inconspicuous area of ooring rst before using detergent.
Filling twin tank
Before you begin cleaningBefore you begin cleaning
• The steam mop and accessories get very hot during use, always allow them to cool down before handling.
• Always unplug and switch o the steam mop when assembling and lling water and solution tank.
• Always switch o the steam mop before emptying the water tank or changing the cleaning pads/accessories.
• IMPORTANT: Please refer to oor manufacturer’s care recommendations before use and test the steam mop
on a discrete area of ooring to begin with.
• When using the steam mop, basic safety precautions should always be observed.
• Don’t aim the steam mop at people, animals, plants and electrical components such as interior of ovens or wires. Never touch the
steam burst or oor head from a short distance. (There is a risk of scalding)
• The steam mop is equipped with a thermostat and a thermal cut-out. If for any reason the steam mop overheats it
will switch o. If this happens turn o and unplug the steam mop, allow to cool for a least 2 to 4 hours and re-start.
Plug into mains and slide
switch to on position. The red
light will illuminate to show
power on. The blue light will
illuminate to show the steam
mop is ready to use
To use with detergent select
desired setting for the area
you want to clean. These
settings are tile or vinyl
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To recline the steam mop
place your foot onto the
oor head and pull
handle backwards
To steam your oors
without solution select
carpet or wood setting
Using your machine

Using your machine
Using your machine
Move the steam mop slowly
backwards and forwards across
the oor paying particular attention
to high trac areas, squeeze/
release trigger as required
For steam burst from front nozzle set
to steam only select wood or carpet.
Press the steam burst button to activate,
squeeze the trigger to release steam.
Press the steam burst button to turn o
To produce steam, squeeze
the trigger. To prevent over
wetting oors avoid holding
the trigger continuously
Place the microbre pad on
the oor white side facing
up. Place steam mop onto
pad making sure the entire
pad covers the oor head
With microbre pad attached, hook
steam mop into the font of the carpet
glider and push to clip into place.
Carpet glider should only be used
when refreshing carpets
Refreshing carpets
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Select the Carpet setting To recline the steam mop
place foot on oor head
and pull handle backwards
When using on carpets, always make
sure the velcro microbre cleaning
pad is used and covers the oor
head entirely before using the carpet
glider. Only use the carpet glider
when refreshing carpets
WARNING
Using your machine
*Never leave the steam mop in
one spot on any surface for an
extended period of time as this
may damage the oor surface.

Using your machine
Using your machine
Place foot on outer
oor head and gently pull
away steam mop to release
the compact scrub brush
Move steam mop back and
forwards across the oor,
getting into corners and
awkward places
For steam burst from front nozzle set to steam
only select wood or carpet. Press the steam burst
button to activate, squeeze the trigger to release
steam. Press the steam burst button to turn o
Using accessories
Place the pet pad on the
oor white side facing up.
Place steam mop onto pad
making sure the entire pad
covers the oor head.
Applying the pet pad
To produce steam, squeeze
the trigger. To prevent over
wetting oors avoid holding
the trigger continuously
Move the steam mop slowly
backwards and forwards across
the carpet paying particular
attention to high trac areas
To remove carpet glider
push down on clip and
lift steam mop
Refreshing carpets
WARNING: Always turn OFF the steam mop when
changing accessories and steam pads.

Taking care of your machine
Press the twin tank
release button and lift the
twin tank by the handle
Emptying the twin tank
Twist water cap anti-
clockwise and lift to remove
Empty any excess water over
the sink, replace water cap
and turn clockwise to tighten
Hold corner of pad down
with foot and lift steam mop
to peel away
All cleaning pads are machine
washable (Max 40°C) allow to
fully dry before use
Removing cleaning pads
Taking care of your machine
Max 40°C
IMPORTANT:Allowthe steam mopto fullycool down before performing anymaintenance ortroubleshooting checks
Don’t leave waterordetergent inthetwintank between uses, asthis can eectthe machines performance,thetwintank
needsto be emptied and rinsed aftereach use

Taking care of your machine
Replacing the hard water lter
Lift to remove the hard
water lter
New lter -
(beige/cream colour)
Hard water lter should be
replaced every 6-8 months
or when discoloured and
darkened (dark orange)
Remove twin water
tank to access the
hard water lter
Taking care of your machine
If there is an obstruction to the
steam ow through the machine,
steam may be released through
the bleed valve
Clearing blockages
To remove the oor head from
main body push the plastic clip
and lift
After oor head is
removed, using a thin object
such as a paper-clip (in the
area shown), insert to
remove the blockage
Remove cleaning pad and
inspect steam mop base for
blockages. If a blockage can
be seen use a small thin object
such as a paper-clip
insert to remove
*Ensure steam cleaner
is completely cool before
clearing blockages.

Getting in touch
• Check the ‘This pack contains’ panel on the box to make sure the
part is included with your machine
• The cleaning pad may already be saturated or dirty, wash the cleaning
pad. Go to ‘Taking care of your machine’ page
• There may be no water in twin tank, check the twin tank has water
• Check the twin tank is securely tted and the hard water lter is in place
• Hard water lter may be blocked and need to be replaced
• Steam path may be blocked. Go to ‘Taking care of your machine’ page
• Check correct setting has been selected, to use solution
selected vinyl or tile
• Check the solution has been diluted to correct strength
• Check the On/O switch is in the On position
• The plug may not be fully pushed into the electrical socket
• Check the fuse in the plug if this needs replacing
SolutionProblem
Warning: Always unplug the steam mop before performing maintenance/troubleshooting checks
What to do if it goes wrong
There is an
accessory missing
The steam mop
has no power?
Why is the steam mop
not producing
steam/solution?
Why won’t the cleaning
pad pick up dirt?
• Steam coming from the side of the machine may indicates a blockage
within the machine. To clear any blockages go to
‘Taking care of your machine’ page
Why is steam coming
from the side of the
steam mop?

* Calls are charged at the standard local rate. Please make a note of the serial number and model number of the vacuum cleaner
before calling.
Getting in touch

Notes
Notes

Notes
Notes

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