Children shall not use, clean or play with this appliance, which when not in use should be secured out of their reach. • Only VAX recommended tools and solution should be used with this machine. Using other solutions may invalidate the guarantee.
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damage to the machine. Remove blockages only as instructed in this guide. • Don’t use the machine with incorrect voltage as this may result in damage or injury to the user. The correct voltage is listed on the ratings label. •...
WARRANTY & TECHNICAL WARRANTY If a VAX machine is used in the way it is intended and it breaks down within the guarantee period, it’s our responsibility to repair or replace it. Here’s what isn’t covered: • Functional parts, tools and accessories after 12 months that may suffer premature failure due to every day wear and tear.
CONTENTS Safety guide 2 - 3 Warranty & technical Getting in touch Getting to know your machine Getting started Using your machine 9 - 12 Maintenance & cleaning 13 - 15 Accessories What to do if it goes wrong Included with your machine 2.5m Hose 2-in-1 Antimicrobial Tool SpinScrub Hand Tool...
Maintaining your carpets will ensure they keep their appearance for longer and smell fresh and clean. You’ve chosen carpets for your home for a reason and VAX will help you take good care of them.
Dirty water tank filter (hidden) Quick cord release hook Handle release pedal On/Off pedal TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION Name VAX Platinum SmartWash Code CDCW-SWXS Cord length 9m Weight 8.6kg Wattage: See rating label on machine for details. Voltage: See rating label on machine for details.
• Only use VAX carpet solution. Using other solutions may cause excess foaming and will invalidate the guarantee. • For heavily soiled areas, it may be necessary to repeat the cleaning process. Make criss-crossing strokes across the original pattern and overlap with each pass.
Twist the solution tank cap Fill the solution tank Twist the solution tank cap and lift to remove. anticlockwise and remove. with the Vax carpet clockwise until tight. cleaning solution. To replace, slide and push the solution tank firmly into the machine.
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USING YOUR MACHINE Operation CAUTION: The brushbars constantly rotate when switched on and the machine is reclined. Never use on one spot for an extended period of time as the brushbars may damage the floor surface. IMPORTANT: Carpets should be dry vacuumed thoroughly before washing. For heavily soiled areas, it may be necessary to repeat the cleaning process.
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USING YOUR MACHINE Rinsing the carpet IMPORTANT: Optional step. To extract any remaining solution from your carpet, rinse your carpets with water only. To rinse pull up the Slowly push the machine The mode indicator will Slowly pull the machine illuminate WASH on the solution tank and lift to forwards.
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USING YOUR MACHINE Using the hose and tools IMPORTANT: The machine should be in the upright position when using the hose and tools; this will de-activate the brushes. To avoid saturating the carpet, do not use more than 4 wet strokes over any one area. Always end with dry strokes (trigger released).
MAINTENANCE & CLEANING CAUTION: Always switch off and unplug the machine before performing any maintenance/troubleshooting checks. The dirty water tank is fitted with a float. When the dirty water tank is full or the floorhead is not in contact with the carpet, the float will activate by shutting off the suction on the machine.
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MAINTENANCE & CLEANING Removing and cleaning the nozzle IMPORTANT: Carpets should be dry vacuumed thoroughly before washing. This will prevent excessive build up of dirt/debris in the nozzle. If the nozzle is fitted incorrectly, this will cause poor dirty water pick up. Remove both tanks and Lift the nozzle release Rinse the nozzle under...
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MAINTENANCE & CLEANING Removing and cleaning the brushbars Remove both tanks and Lift the nozzle release clip Pull the tabs up on the Pull to remove the tilt the machine back. and pull the nozzle forward side of both brushbars to brushbars end caps.
WHAT TO DO IF IT GOES WRONG IMPORTANT: Always unplug the machine before performing any maintenance/troubleshooting checks. There is an accessory missing • Check the contents on the box to make sure the part is definitely included with your machine. Why won't the machine turn on? •...
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