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S T R E T C H VARIANT POWERFUL & LIGHTWEIGHT WITH EXTENSIVE 17M REACH LET’S GET STARTED. U85-AS-Be U85-AS-Pme...
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Let’s talk safety Please keep instructions for further use and use only as instructed in this guide. This vacuum cleaner is intended for household use only and NOT for commercial or industrial use. Basic safety • Only use the vacuum cleaner indoors on dry surfaces and keep the area you’re cleaning well lit.
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Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision. • Only Vax recommended tools should be used with this vacuum cleaner. • Don’t wash the post-motor filter. • Don’t vacuum up hard or sharp objects such as glass, nails, screws or coins etc.
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Maintaining your carpets and hard floors will ensure they keep their appearance for longer. You’ve chosen the carpets and hard floors for your home for a reason and Vax will help you take good care of them.
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Contents Included with your machine* Air Stretch Let’s talk safety 3-in-1 Crevice, Dust and Upholstery Tool Getting to know your machine Stretch Hose Getting started Air Stretch Pet Max Using your machine All of the above plus Flat Upholstery Tool Taking care of your machine Tool Connector Accessories...
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Wattage See rating label on machine for details Belt Flat Upholstery tool 1-7-139141 1-1-131394 Capacity 1.5L Cord length 13m 3-in-1 tool Tool Connector 1-1-129167 1-9-128056 Weight 5kg Fur ‘n’ Fluff tool 1-1-131392 To purchase consumables and accessories, please visit vax.co.uk Subject to technical change without notice.
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Getting started PLEASE READ ‘LET’S TALK SAFETY’ AT THE BEGINNING BEFORE USE Assembling your upright Insert the handle. Place the 3-in-1 tool onto the on board storage area. How to use Twist the quick release cord Plug in your machine and push Adjust handle up ON/OFF button to switch on.
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Using your machine Before you begin cleaning • Always switch off and unplug the vacuum cleaner before connecting or disconnecting the hose/attachments, or removing and emptying the dirt container. • 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.
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Using your machine How to use the air vent Slide vent cover open to decrease suction, Close the vent cover to increase suction, if required on high piled carpets. for maximum cleaning on hard floors. NOTE: For most efficient results the air vent should be closed . Emptying and cleaning the dirt container Press the dirt container release button and pull Hold dirt container over a bin and press the dirt...
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Taking care of your machine Cleaning the shroud Turn the dirt container lid …and lift to remove. anti-clockwise… Lift to remove the separator Tap over a bin to remove Brush dirt from the shroud. from the dirt container dirt and debris. HEPA post-motor filter maintenance IMPORTANT: The exhaust filter is designed to offer long life with no maintenance.
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Taking care of your machine CAUTION: To reduce the risk of electric shock, turn the vacuum cleaner off and unplug from the electrical outlet before performing maintenance/troubleshooting checks. Removing debris from the brushbar light will indicate Switch off your vacuum cleaner Turn the vacuum cleaner back on.
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Taking care of your machine Removing blockages from the TurboTool Clean the TurboTool by removing the Remove the bottom cover (B). Replace the bottom cover, insert 2 screws (A), located on the bottom Clean out any debris or hair from and tighten the screws.
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Accessories Don’t forget your accessories! Order at: www.vax.co.uk/spares-and-solutions 3-in-1 Tool 1-1-129167 3-in-1 tool includes crevice tool for awkward areas and corners, dusting brush for areas such as skirting and an upholstery tool for cleaning sofas, curtains, chair seats and car interiors.
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What to do if it goes wrong Problem Solution • Check the contents panel on the box to make sure the part is included with your machine. There is an accessory missing. • The plug may not be fully pushed into the electrical socket. •...
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Getting in touch Registration required. Terms and conditions apply, see vax.co.uk for details. †...
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