Vax Vacuum Cleaner V 008 User Manual

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Vax Careline:  
0870 6061248  
BAGLESS UPRIGHT VACUUM CLEANER  
Vax Model Number: V-008  
Please read carefully before using  
this cleaner. Always fully extend  
the mains cable before use.  
BAGLESS UPRIGHT VACUUM CLEANER  
Vax Model Number: V-008SP  
Instruction Manual  
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How to Assemble  
How to Operate  
On/off Pedal  
3. How to Assemble  
4. How to Operate  
Plug the cord into the electrical outlet. Turn the  
vacuum cleaner on by depressing the foot switch  
located on the back left side of the vacuum cleaner  
(Fig.4/3). The vacuum cleaner can be turned off by  
pressing the on/off switch again.  
Cord Release  
IMPORTANT: Always remove the power plug from  
the electrical outlet before assembling or before  
removing accessories.  
4. Clip TurboTool™ on to the front of the TurboTool™  
caddy (Fig.3/4).  
Turn the quick release for easy cord removal (Fig.4/1).  
Clip cord into cord guide to keep out of the way  
while vacuuming.  
Tool required: Phillips screwdriver.  
1. Guide the power cord into the opening. Slide the  
upper handle into the TurboTool™ caddy (Fig.3/1).  
Fig.3/4  
Fig.4/1  
Fig.4/3  
5. Wrap the lower hose around the back of the hose  
caddy (Fig.3/5A). Push hose tube down into the  
right side of cleaner (Fig.3/5B).  
Handle Release Pedal  
Fig.3/1  
To release the handle, push the handle release pedal  
located on the lower left side of the cleaner (Fig.4/4).  
Adjustment for Different Floor Types  
Turn the brushbar height adjuster according to the  
surface being cleaned (Fig.4/2).  
2. Insert the handle fastener into the back of the  
TurboTool™ caddy (Fig.3/2).  
A
B
NOTE: For easiest adjustment, place cleaner in full  
upright position.  
Fig.3/5  
Fig.4/4  
Carpet Cleaning  
Fig.3/2  
6. Slide the dusting brush on to the post on the  
upper tool caddy with bristles facing out (Fig.3/6A).  
Slide the extension tube/crevice tool into the round  
slot on the front right side of tool caddy (Fig.3/6B).  
Move the handle and adjust it to the desired position  
for (A) storing the upright or (B) operating the cleaner.  
De-press the handle release pedal again (C) to clean  
under furniture (Fig.4/5).  
3. Insert one (1) screw into the front and tighten  
until secure (Fig.3/3).  
Fig.4/2  
a
A
B
b
B
A
CAUTION: The brushbar continues to rotate  
while the hose is removed or in use, and at all  
times while the vacuum cleaner is on. Keep hair,  
loose clothing, fingers and all parts of the body  
away from the brush area while the vacuum  
cleaner is on. The cleaner must be in the  
upright position to lift the rotating brushbar off  
the carpet when cleaning above the floor.  
c
C
BACK  
Fig.3/6  
FRONT  
Fig.3/3  
Fig.4/5  
Vax recommend that the carpet height adjuster  
is turned to its highest position when using the  
tools.  
NOTE: Model V-008SP only is NOT suitable for  
hard floor cleaning.  
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How to Operate/Accessories  
Accessories/Dirt Container & Filter: Removal & Replacement  
To Operate Self-Propelled Feature  
(V-008SP only)  
1. For everyday use, engage the self-propelled  
feature by turning the switch up to “ON” position  
(Fig.4/6A). Grasp hand grip and push vacuum  
cleaner (Fig.4/6B).  
5. Accessories  
6. Dirt Container & Filter:  
Removal & Replacement  
1. The vacuum cleaner must be in the upright  
position to raise the brushbar (Fig.4/9).  
WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury from moving  
parts unplug before servicing.  
NOTE: Unplug the vacuum cleaner before changing  
the filter.  
NOTE: For best performance, replace filter annually.  
Fig.4/12  
1. Press the latch above the dirt container and  
remove the dirt container from the vacuum  
cleaner (Fig.6/1).  
Pull  
Reverse  
Push  
Forward  
TurboTool™  
The TurboTool™ fits on the end of the extension  
tube or hose. Perfect for cleaning stairs and  
upholstery. The TurboToool™ should be pulled  
backward for optimum cleaning (Fig.4/13).  
Fig.4/9  
2. Remove the hose from the tool caddy (Fig.4/10).  
Fig.4/6  
2. “Self-Propelled” feature will work as the vacuum  
cleaner is pushed forward and pulled backward  
(Fig.4/7).  
Fig.6/1  
2. Remove the dirt container lid by turning it anti-  
clockwise (Fig.6/2).  
Fig.4/10  
3. Choose any of the handy on-board accessories or  
use the hose alone. Simply push the attachment firmly  
onto the end of the extension tube or hose handle. To  
remove the tool, twist and pull apart gently (Fig.4/11).  
Fig.4/13  
Carry Handle  
Use the carry handle on the back of the vacuum  
cleaner to move the vacuum cleaner from room to  
room (Fig.4/14).  
Fig.4/7  
To Disengage Self-Propelled Feature  
(V-008SP only)  
To disengage the self-propelled feature turn switch  
slightly to the right to the “OFF” position (Fig.4/8).  
NOTE: Check that the dirt container is securely in  
place before lifting the vacuum cleaner.  
Fig.6/2  
3. Hold the dirt container and grasp the top of filter.  
Twist and pull the filter up and out (Fig.6/3).  
Fig.4/11  
Extension Tube  
If additional length is needed, use the extension tube  
and/or crevice tool. Pull the crevice tool out of the  
extension tube or hose handle. To remove the tool,  
twist and pull apart gently.  
Fig.4/14  
Fig.4/8  
Fig.6/3  
Dusting brush: for delicate surfaces and  
NOTE: The crevice tool is stored inside the  
extension tube (Fig.4/12).  
skirting boards.  
Crevice tool: for crevices, corners and cracks,  
etc.  
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Dirt Container & Filter: Removal & Replacement/Rotating Brushbar: Removal & Replacement  
5. Empty the dirt container completely (Fig.6/4).  
Rotating Brushbar: Removal & Replacement/Lightbulb: Removal & Replacement  
3. Lift and remove the brushbar. Dispose of the old  
4. Re-attach the nozzle guard (Fig.7/7).  
belt (Fig.7/3).  
Fig.7/7  
Fig.6/7  
5. Replace all five (5) screws to secure the nozzle  
guard (Fig.7/8).  
Fig.6/4  
Fig.7/3  
7. Rotating Brushbar:  
To Replace the Belt or Brushbar  
1. Slide the belt on to the motorshaft (Fig.7/4).  
6. Each time the dirt container is emptied, the filter  
should be cleaned. Tap the filter firmly against the  
side of a rubbish bin until the dust stops falling  
from the filter. Return the filter to the dirt container.  
Push the filter into place to prevent dirt leakage.  
(Fig.6/5).  
Removal & Replacement  
Tool Required: Phillips screwdriver.  
MOTOR SHAFT  
WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury from moving  
parts, unplug the cleaner before changing the belt  
or the rotating brushbar.  
To Remove the Belt  
Fig.7/8  
1. Lay the vacuum cleaner flat and turn it over to  
expose the nozzle base. The base should lay flat  
and face upwards. To remove the nozzle guard,  
use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the five (5)  
screws. Arrows show the location of the screws  
(Fig.7/1).  
8. Lightbulb: Removal &  
Replacement  
Fig.7/4  
2. Place the new belt in the area of the brushbar  
without bristles (Fig.7/5).  
WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock,  
unplug the cleaner before removing or replacing  
lightbulb.  
Fig.6/5  
7. Align slots on lid with tabs on dust container  
(Fig.6/6A). Push the lid down and twist clockwise.  
Tool Required: Phillips screwdriver.  
1. Lean cleaner handle back. Remove the two (2)  
screws located on either side of the headlight  
lens (Fig.8/1).  
NOTE: There is a guide line on back of dust  
container lid. Align line with arrow on the dirt  
container and turn clockwise until secure (Fig.6/6B).  
Fig.7/5  
Fig.7/1  
3. With the new belt in place, pull and slide the  
brushbar into the nozzle, making sure that the end  
caps are in the correct orientation (Fig.7/6A).  
Rotate the brushbar manually to make sure belt is  
properly aligned (Fig.7/6).  
2. Lift the nozzle guard (Fig.7/2).  
Fig.8/1  
2. Pull the bulb out of socket to remove. Do NOT twist.  
Gently push a new bulb into the socket to replace  
(Fig.8/2).  
B
A
Fig.6/6B  
Fig.6/6A  
8. Return the dirt container to the vacuum cleaner.  
Set the aligning tab on the bottom of the dirt  
container into the rectangular slot on the cleaner  
(inset). Push to click into place (Fig 6/7).  
A
Fig.7/2  
Fig.7/6  
Fig.8/2  
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Lightbulb: Removal & Replacement/Clearing Blockages  
3. Secure the headlight lens by replacing the two  
Troubleshooting  
10. Troubleshooting  
Clearing Blockages from the  
TurboTool™  
(2) screws (Fig.8/3).  
WARNING: TO REDUCE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY, UNPLUG VACUUM CLEANER BEFORE  
SERVICING  
1. Rotate the locking ring 180º and turn the TurboTool™  
over (Fig.9/3).  
PROBLEM: Cleaner won’t run  
Cause: Not properly plugged into wall outlet.  
Solution: Plug in firmly.  
Cause: No electricity in wall outlet.  
Solution: Check fuse or breaker.  
Fig.8/3  
Cause: On/off switch not turned on.  
Solution: Push on/off switch to on.  
9. Clearing Blockages  
WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury from moving  
Cause: Motor thermostat has tripped.  
Solution: Switch off and unplug cleaner. Leave for one (1) hour before switching the cleaner back on.  
LOCKING RING  
parts, unplug before servicing.  
Cause: Blown fuse/tripped breaker.  
Solution: Reset circuit breaker or replace fuse.  
Fig.9/3  
2. Pivot lower housing and remove any blockage  
(fig.9/4).  
1. Check to see if dirt container is full and  
empty if needed.  
PROBLEM: Cleaner won't pick up  
Cause: Full or clogged dirt container.  
Solution: Clean dirt container.  
2. Unwrap the hose from the caddy. Remove any  
obstruction (Fig.9/1).  
Cause: Wrong pile height setting.  
Solution: Adjust brushbar height adjuster.  
Cause: Clogged nozzle.  
Solution: Remove obstruction.  
Cause: Clogged dirt inlet.  
Solution: Remove power head cover and remove obstruction.  
Fig.9/4  
Cause: Clogged hose.  
Solution: Remove obstruction.  
3. To re-assemble, ensure that the tabs are engaged  
(Fig.9/5). Pivot the lower housing closed.  
Cause: Broken belt.  
Fig.9/1  
Solution: Replace belt.  
Cause: Hose not inserted fully.  
Solution: Push hose in securely.  
3. Remove the nozzle guard by removing the five (5)  
screws. Look for any obstructions and remove.  
remove brushbar if necessary (Fig.9/2).  
TABS  
Cause: Dirty filters or debris screen.  
Solution: Clean/change filters or debris screen.  
PROBLEM: Accessories won't pick up  
Cause: Accessories not attached correctly.  
Solution: Refer to page 6 & 7 for fitting information.  
Fig.9/5  
PROBLEM: Cleaner picks up moveable rugs or pushes too hard  
Cause: Wrong brushbar height setting.  
Solution: Adjust brushbar height adjuster.  
Fig.9/2  
PROBLEM: Brushbar does not turn  
Cause: Broken belt.  
Solution: Replace belt.  
Cause: Belt installed incorrectly.  
Solution: Check belt changing and brushbar cleaning.  
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Troubleshooting/UK Service & Help/Technical Specification  
PROBLEM: Air flow restricted with attachment use  
Cause: Attachment use restricts air flow.  
Solution: Check attachment.  
Cause: New carpet debris clogging air path.  
Solution: Remove obstruction.  
10. UK Service & Help  
11. Technical Specification  
Vax Care 0870 6061248  
Voltage:  
Wattage:  
220-240V ~50Hz  
1500W Nom.  
1700W Max.  
Monday-Friday 9.00am to 5.00pm.  
An answerphone is available out of these hours.  
Any queries or concerns about using the Vax, call the  
Vax Careline. Calls are charged at the UK national rate.  
Capacity:  
Filters:  
3.1 litres max  
Fibre pre-motor filter  
Pleated paper HEPA filter  
9.5m  
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.  
Cord length:  
Weight:  
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9.0kg  
Subject to technical change  
without notice.  
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EEC STATEMENT OF COMPLIANCE  
Manufacturer/EEC importer: Vax Limited, hereby on our own responsibility, declare that the products  
V-008 Performance and V-008SP Performance Self-Propelled are manufactured in compliance with the following:  
Safety: 73/23/EEC Low Voltage Directive, as modified by 93/68/EEC  
EMC: 89/336/EEC Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive, as modified by 93/68/EEC  
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  
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