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Let’s talk safety This vacuum cleaner is intended for household use only and NOT for commercial or industrial use. • Only use the vacuum cleaner indoors on dry surfaces and keep Basic the area you’re cleaning well lit. safety • Keep fingers, hair and loose clothing from moving parts and precautions openings whilst using the vacuum cleaner.
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Any cleaning or maintenance of your vacuum cleaner should not be made by children without supervision and ensure they don’t play with the vacuum cleaner. Only Vax recommend tools should be used with this vacuum cleaner. • Don’t vacuum up any flammable or combustible materials (lighter fluid, petrol, kerosene etc.) or use the vacuum cleaner in an area with explosive vapours...
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Maintaining your carpets and hard floors will ensure they keep their appearance for longer and Vax will help you take good care of them. Taking care of your Power Nano Also inside this guide are instructions on maintaining your new machine, so that it’s always ready...
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Contents Included with your machine Let’s talk safety All Models Getting to know your machine Hard Floor Tool Getting started Extension Hose 1.5m Using your machine Crevice Tool Taking care of your machine Extension Tube Let’s talk technical Accessory Hose Accessories Power Nano What to do if it goes wrong...
Getting started PLEASE READ ‘LET’S TALK SAFETY’ AT THE BEGINNING BEFORE USE Before you begin cleaning CAUTION: Always switch off the vacuum cleaner before connecting or disconnecting the hose/attachments or removing and emptying the dirt container. IMPORTANT: The vacuum cleaner is equipped with a thermal cut-out. If for any reason the vacuum cleaner does overheat the thermostat will automatically turn the vacuum cleaner off.
Using your machine IMPORTANT: Always switch off and unplug the vacuum cleaner before connecting or disconnecting the hose/ attachments, or removing and emptying the dirt container. The accessories can be attached to the extension tube or directly to the hose. When using accessories on the hose/extension tube, raise the height adjuster to the highest setting.
Using your machine Using on the stairs This vacuum cleaner has a constantly rotating brushbar. When cleaning on stairs raise the height adjuster dial to the highest setting. The brushbar must overhang the stair tread. Always take care when cleaning stairs. CAUTION Hold the vacuum cleaner with the brushbar over the tread of the stairs.
Taking care of your machine IMPORTANT: The motor is equipped with a thermal cut-out. If for any reason the machine should overheat, the thermostat will automatically turn the machine off. Switch off and unplug the vacuum cleaner. Check the machine for blockages and clean the filters. Filters require cleaning at least every 3 months (depending on the level of use).
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Taking care of your machine Cleaning the separator Lift the Tap the separator Using a soft brush Line up the tabs on The separator separator out over a bin to remove clean any dirt/debris the separator with will sit between of the dirt any dirt/debris.
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Taking care of your machine Storing the extension hose on the vacuum cleaner (optional) Remove the hose end from the Attach the accessory hose hose to machine connector. to the extension hose. Wrap the hose around Bring the hose over and Insert the hose into the hose the hose guide.
Let’s talk technical IMPORTANT: Unplug and switch off the vacuum cleaner before performing maintenance or troubleshooting checks. Removing debris from the brushbar Using a pair of scissors, remove any threads or hair caught around the brushbar. Removing a blockage from the hose Remove the hose end from the Lift the clip under Pull the latch out and...
Let’s talk technical Replacing the belt Lie the vacuum cleaner on its Lift to remove the Lift to remove the back exposing the brushbar. brushbar cover. brushbar. Remove and Use a cross head screwdriver dispose of the old belt. to undo the 5 screws. Clean any debris from Place the belt on the Line up the right side of the...
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Accessories Don’t forget your accessories! Order at: www.vax.co.uk/spares-and-solutions Pro Cleaning Kit (Type 2) 1-1-133326 All our best tools in one kit that makes cleaning your home quicker, easier and with even better results. We’ve taken care of cleaning all of the hard to reach...
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What to do if it goes wrong Problem Solution • Check the contents on the back of the box to make sure the part is included with your vacuum cleaner. There is an accessory missing. • The plug may not be fully pushed into the electrical socket. •...
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