Vax VX32SK User manual

VX32SK
PERFECT FOR QUICK SPILLS
AND SPOT CLEANING
LET’S GET STARTED.
AirTM Cordless
HANDHELD
3 YEAR WARRANTY

Let’s talk safety
Basic safety precautions
Don’ts
8Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as a handle,
close a door on cord, or pull cord around sharp edges
or corners. Do not place product on cord. Do not run
appliance on cord.
8Don’t handle the charger plug or use the vacuum
cleaner with wet hands.
8Don’t attempt to remove blockages with sharp objects
as this may cause damage to the vacuum cleaner.
8Don’t try to short the terminals of the battery and
the charger.
8Don’t use the vacuum cleaner with incorrect voltage as
this may result in damage or injury to the user.
The correct voltage is listed on the rating label.
8Don’t vacuum up hot coals, cigarette butts, ash, matches
or smoking hot burning items or use in an area where
there may be harmful uids (chlorine, bleach, and
ammonia drain cleaner).
8Do not vacuum hard or sharp objects such as glass,
nails, screws or coins etc.
8Don’t not vacuum plaster dust, concrete dust or any
other building or vitreous material.
8Do not vacuum our, baking soda or any other
powder-based carpet refresher or deodoriser.
This vacuum cleaner is intended for household use
only and NOT for commercial or industrial use.
READ ALL THE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING
THIS APPLIANCE
• It is a battery-operated appliance, the battery being
charged outside the appliance.
• Only use the vacuum cleaner indoors and keep the
area you’re cleaning well lit.
• Keep ngers, hair and loose clothing from moving parts
and openings whilst using the vacuum cleaner.
• 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 use of the appliance by
a person responsible for their safety. Children should
not play with the vacuum cleaner. Cleaning and
user maintenance should not be made by children
without supervision
• Only Vax recommend tools and accessories should
be used with this vacuum cleaner
• Keep the charger and batteries in a dry place, and
use them indoors only.
• Do not use charger with damaged cord or plug.
If appliance or charger is not working as it should,
has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors or dropped
into water, take it to a Vax authorised repair agent prior
to continuing use. Please contact our Customer Care
Line on: AU: 1300 361 505 / NZ: 0800 800 900
(Mon-Fri 8.30am to 5.00pm) or visit www.vax.com.au
/ vax.co.nz for your nearest Vax authorised repair agent.
Please keep instructions for further use.

3Always make sure the lter and dirt container are tted
correctly before using your vacuum cleaner.
3Always turn o and remove the battery before carrying
out any maintenance.
3Turn o all controls on the vacuum cleaner before
disconnecting or connecting the battery.
3Take extra care when cleaning on the stairs.
3Always protect the charger cord from heated surfaces
or near open ames.
3Use only SAA approved 10amp 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 vacuum cleaner by the handle.
3 Store your vacuum cleaner in a cool, dry area.
Do’s
CAUTION: The battery used in this device may present
a risk of re or chemical burn if mistreated.
Do not disassemble or heat above manufacturer’s
maximum temperature limit (60° C/140°F) or incinerate.
Replace battery with Vax battery only. Use of another
battery may present a risk of re or explosion. Dispose
of used battery promptly. Keep away from children.
Do not disassemble and do not dispose of in re. Do
not attempt to disassemble the battery or remove any
component projecting from the battery terminals.
The battery and charger have no user serviceable parts.
Fire or injury may result.
Prior to disposal, protect exposed terminals with heavy
insulating tape to prevent shorting.
WARNING: For best performance terminals on battery,
battery charger and vacuum cleaner must be clean and
free from dust and dirt.
Do not attempt to recharge non-rechargeable batteries.

Thank you for buying this Air Cordless Handheld.
Taking care of small cleaning tasks
The Air Cordless Handheld 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 Air Cordless Handheld is perfect for small cleaning tasks on surfaces and upholstery.
Taking care of your Air Cordless Handheld
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.
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.

Included with
your machine
Turbo Tool
Crevice Tool
Air™Cordless Handheld
Subject to technical change without notice.
NOTE: Battery and Charger not included with VX32SK
*To purchase consumables and accessories, please visit vax.com.au / vax.co.nz
Technical Specication
Name Air Cordless Handheld
Battery Voltage: 20V
Weight 1.56kg
Model no. VX32SK
Dirt Container Capacity 0.70l
Battery Specication
Type Lithium-Ion rechargeable
battery pack
Nominal voltage 20VDC
Capacity 36Wh
Battery Model No. BH03100ANZ
Type Lithium-Ion rechargeable
battery pack
Nominal voltage 20VDC
Capacity 72Wh
Battery Model No. BH03120ANZ
Battery Charger Specication
Model No. BH03200ANZ
Voltage 220-240V ~ 50Hz
Handle
Battery (not included)
Handheld On/O control
Dust separator and shroud
Dirt container
Dirt container release button

Getting started
PLEASE READ ‘LET’S TALK SAFETY’ BEFORE USE
CAUTION: The battery used in this device may present a risk of re or chemical burn if mistreated. Do not disassemble
or heat above manufacturer’s maximum temperature limit (60°C/140°F) or incinerate. Replace battery with a Vax battery
only. Use of another battery may present a risk of re or explosion. Dispose of used battery promptly. Keep away from
children. Do not disassemble and do not dispose of in re. Do not attempt to disassemble the battery or remove any
component projecting from the battery terminals. The battery and charger have no user serviceable parts. Fire or injury
may result. Prior to disposal, protect exposed terminals with heavy insulating tape to prevent shorting. The battery
must be recycled or disposed of in an environmentally sound manner.
CAUTION: For best performance terminals on battery, battery charger and handheld cleaner must
be clean and free from dust and dirt.
NOTE: The life expectancy of the battery will vary depending on the usage of the handheld cleaner.
If you require a replacement battery contact us - Vax Careline: (AU) 1300 361 505 / (NZ) 0800 800 900.
Charging the battery
Fit the battery onto the battery charger. The battery charger light will turn blue when charging. If a red light appears an error
has occurred, remove the battery and re-t. Once the battery is fully charged the charger light will turn o.
Removing the battery from charger
Press the release button on the battery, hold the base of battery charger and lift the battery to remove.
Getting started with your LithiumLifeTM battery:
IMPORTANT: The battery will need charging before rst use. Do not attempt to charge non rechargeable batteries.
25% Charged
50% Charged
75% Charged
TIP
The battery can remain on the battery charger once fully charged.
Carrying your handheld vacuum cleaner
Fit the battery onto
the handheld cleaner.
The battery will click
into position when
correctly tted.
Use handle to
carry handheld
vacuum cleaner.
Assembling your handheld vacuum cleaner
CAUTION: Always make sure the pre-motor lter
is correctly tted before using the handheld cleaner.

Using your machine
Taking care of your machine
Carrying your handheld vacuum cleaner
Use handle to
carry handheld
vacuum cleaner.
For a more detailed clean, line up
the crevice tool with the nozzle
on the handheld and push rmly
into place.
For an extra powered clean, line
up the turbo tool with the nozzle
on the handheld and push rmly
into place.
Roll the On/O control back to switch the
handheld o. Pull to remove tool from nozzle.
Handheld cleaner
CAUTION: Always take extra care when cleaning stairs.
Always switch the handheld o before connecting or disconnecting the accessories.
Removing the battery from your handheld cleaner
CAUTION: Always switch o the handheld cleaner and remove the battery before carrying out any maintenance
or troubleshooting.
Hold the battery securely
and press the release button
on the top of the battery.
Lift to remove dirt
container lid.
Press the dirt container
release button.
Lift separator tabs on
either side of dirt
container. Lift to
remove separator.
Hold dirt container
over a bin allowing
dirt/debris to fall out.
Emptying the dirt container
TIP
Don’t over ll the dirt container to avoid blocking the air ow through the handheld cleaner.

Pull the lter tab
to remove the pre-motor
lter from the separator.
Tap separator over
a bin allowing
dirt/debris to fall out.
TAP
MAX
40˚C
TA
P
24hr
MAX
40˚C
T
A
P
24hr
Tap the lter over
a bin to remove any
dirt/debris. Wash the
lter under running
water (40 degrees max).
Leave for 24hrs
or until fully dry
before replacing.
Ret the pre-motor lter
and separator.
Cleaning the separator and pre-motor lter
CAUTION: For best cleaning results lters require cleaning every 4-6 uses or as needed.
Do not use your handheld cleaner without the lter in place.
Using a dry cloth or soft
dusting brush remove any
dust/debris from
terminals on battery
charger, battery and
handheld cleaner.
Cleaning terminals
Taking care of your machine
Let’s talk technical
Accessories
TIP
Replace lters every 6-9 months.

Don’t forget your accessories!
Order at: www.vax.com.au / www.vax.co.nz
Accessories
Battery Charger
Model no. BH03200ANZ
Charges a standard LithiumLifeTM battery
in 1.5 hours and extended lithium life battery in 3 hours.
Extended Life LithiumLifeTM Battery
Model no. BH03120ANZ
LithiumLife battery technology brings power and
cordless convenience for whole-home cleaning.
Double runtime of standard Lithium Life Battery
Filter
Model no. VX27F
Filters need to be replacement every 6 months,
depending on level of use. Damaged or discoloured
lters need replacing.
Standard LithiumLifeTM Battery
Model no. BH03100ANZ
LithiumLifeTM technology brings power and cordless
convenience for whole-home cleaning.

What to do if it goes wrong
Getting in touch
• Check the battery is inserted correctly into the handheld vacuum cleaner.
Go to ‘Getting started’.
• Check the handheld has been correctly tted into the main body.
Go to ‘Getting started’.
• The battery may not be charged, remove and charge battery.
• Check terminals on battery and handheld cleaner are clean.
Go to ‘Lets talk technical’.
• Battery might be too hot, remove and allow to cool for 30 minutes.
Replace battery.
• The Motor Protection Sensor may have been activated. If this has happened,
switch o the handheld cleaner. Remove and empty the dirt container and
check for blockages. Clean the lters and allow the handheld cleaner to cool
for approximately 1 hour (if you have washed the lters you will need to wait
24 hours for the lters to fully dry before putting them back into the handheld
cleaner).
• Empty the dirt container and clean lters. Go to ‘Taking care of your machine’.
• There may be a blockage in the handheld cleaner. Check , the nozzle of
handheld, separator, shroud and tool for blockages.
• The separator has not been tted correctly. Go to ‘Taking care
of your machine’.
• Check the battery charger is plugged in.
• Check the battery is inserted correctly into the charger.
• Check terminals on battery and handheld cleaner are clean.
Go to ‘Lets talk technical’.
• The battery may not be connecting with the charger. Remove battery
and unplug charger, wait 10 seconds then retry.
• The battery is fully charged and the charger light has turned o.
• The battery has not been fully charged. Go to ‘Getting started’.
• Check the battery is inserted correctly into the charger.
• The battery or charger has an error. Remove the battery and unplug charger,
wait 10 seconds then plug charger into the mains and re-insert the battery.
• Check terminals on battery and handheld cleaner are clean.
Go to ‘Lets talk technical’.
Why does my
handheld cleaner
have no power?
Why won’t the
handheld cleaner
pick up?
Why isn’t the
battery charger
light lit when
the battery
is charging?
Why does my
battery have
a short run time?
Why is the battery
charger light
continually ashing?
SolutionProblem
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of personal injury, remove the battery before performing maintenance
/troubleshooting checks.

* 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

Distributed by Techtronic Industries Australia Pty. Ltd.
31 Gilby Road, Mt Waverley, VIC 3149 Australia.
Careline AU: 1300 361 505 www.vax.com.au
Careline NZ: 0800 800 900 www.vax.co.nz