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User Guide
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Carpet Washer
DDCW600
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What’s your Dirt Devil model number?
What’s your serial number? (Located on the base of the machine)
Note these down in case you need them in future. Please keep instructions for further use.
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Machine Overview
1 Handle
2 Clean solution reservoir latch
3 Clean solution reservoir
4 Dirty water tank latch
5 Dirty water tank handle
6 Brush roll
7 Dirty water tank
8 Dirty water tank lid
9 Vacuum and brush roll on/off switch
10 Handle screw
11 Power cord
12 Carrying handle
13 Quick cord release
14 Handle release pedal
15 Cord hook
16 Cord clip
17 Solution release trigger
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FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.
Whenusing the vacuum cleaner, basic safety precautions
should always be observed,including the following:
1. Only use the vacuum cleaner indoors on dry
surfaces.
2. Turn off the vacuum cleaner controls before
disconnecting or connecting from the mains supply.
3. Alwaysunplug the vacuum cleaner before
connecting or disconnecting the vacuum hose and
accessories.
4. Children should be supervised to ensure that they
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o notplay withtheappliance
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5. 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.
6. Use only as described in this manual. Use only
recommended attachments.
7. Do not use the vacuum cleaner if it has been
dropped, damaged, left outdo
ors or dropped into
water. Do
not use the vacuum cleaner with a
damaged cord or plug.
14. Do not vacuum up harmful or toxic material
(chlorine, bleach, ammonia, drain cleaner etc.).
15. Do not vacuum up hard or sharp objects such as
glass, nails, screws, coins, etc.
16. Do not use without ALL of the filters in place.
17. Take extra care when vacuuming on stairs.
18. Keep vacuuming area well lit.
19. Store the vacuum cleaner in a cool, dry area.
20. Turn off the on/off switch before unp
lugging the
vacuum cleaner
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1. Use only SAA-approved 10 amp extension cords.
Non-approved cords may overheat. Care should
be taken to arrange the cord so that the cord
cannot be tripped over.
WARNING: Always switch off and unplug the
vacuum cleaner from the electrical outlet before
assembling, opening or emptying the dirt container, or before
connecting/disconnecting the attachments.
CAUTION: The vacuum cleaner is a very powerful
unit. Before plugging the cord into the e
lectrical
outlet, make sure
the switch is in the ‘off’ position.
IMPORTANT: If the inlet, hose or telescopic tube
is blocked, switch off the vacuum cleaner and
remove the blockage(s) before re-starting the vacuum
cleaner. See Maintenance: Clearing blockages.
IMPORTANT: Washing filters improves vacuum
performance. We recommend that they should
be checked and cleaned periodically (depending on the level
of use). Make sure all filters are completely dry before
inserti
ng back into the vacuum clean
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This vacuum cleaner is intended for household use
only and NOT for commercial or industrial use.
PLEASE KEEP INSTRUCTIONS FOR FURTHER USE.
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8. Do not pull or carry by cord. Do not use the cord as a
handle, close a door on the cord or pull cord around
sharp edges or corners. Do not run the vacuum
cleaner over the cord. Keep the cord away from
heated surfaces.
9. Do not handle the plug or vacuum cleaner with wet
hands. Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.
10. Do not put any objects into openings. Do not use
with any openings blocked and do not restrict air-
flow. Keep all openings free of dust, lint, hair or
anything that might r
educe airflow.
11. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers and all parts of
the body away from openings and moving parts.
12. Do not pick up hot coals, cigarette butts, matches
or any hot, smoking or burning objects.
13. Do not pick up flammable or combustible
materials (lighter fluid, petrol, kerosene etc.) or use
in the presence of explosive liquids or vapours.
If the supply cord is damaged,
This is not a dry vacuum cleaner. Carpets should be thoroughly vacuumed prior to washing with the Dirt Devil Machine.
it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service
agent of similarly qualified persons in order to avoid
a hazard.
General Safety Information
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Operation
Stand the base in the upright
position. Assemble the mid section
onto the base, taking care not to
trap internal mains wire.
Insert the three nuts into the
recesses located on the left and
right sides and the middle of the
back of the base.
While holding the nuts in place
insert screws through the front of
the mid section and tighten.
Slide upper handle down onto the
unit. Insert nut into the recess in
the back of the upper handle.
While holding the nut in place
insert the screw through the front
of the upper handle and tighten.
Run the mains cable above the
upper cord hook and secure with
the cord clip.
Important: Turn off when emptying
and filling the reservoir.
Grasp the solution reservoir under
the handle and press the release
lever upward.
Tilt the solution reservoir away
from the cleaner and remove.
Unscrew the filler/ measuring cap
from the rear of the solution
reservoir.
Note: Always use the
filler/measuring cap from the
reservoir to determine precise
solution quantity.
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Putting your cleaner together Phillips screwdriver required
How to opereate your cleaner
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Operation
Fill the measuring cap 3 times with
with carpet cleaning solution
and pour into the reservoir.
Note: The cleaning solution supplied
with your machine is VAX AAA Carpet
Cleaner.
When replenishing this item, please
use VAX Carpet Cleaner which is
available in 1 litre bottles from your
VAX stockist or any VAX branch office.
Fill the remaining space in the
solution reservoir with tap water.
Replace the measuring cap.
Note: use only VAX AAA cleaning
solution or VAX Carpet Cleaner. Using
other cleaning solutions may result in
excessive foaming. This may cause
the float to shut off the cleaner
prematurely.
Using other cleaners will void your
warranty.
Place the bottom of the solution
reservoir into the cleaner and push
into place. There will be an audible
click when the reservoir is in the
correct position.
How to operate your cleaner
Plug the cord into a mains electricity
socket. Turn the power and brushroll
switch on.
The switch is located on the front of
the cleaner, above the solution
reservoir.
The power switch controls the
vacuum motor and the brush roll
when switched on.
Press on the handle release pedal
and pull the cleaner back into a
reclined position.
While pressing the solution release
trigger, pull the cleaner in a backward
motion. Release the trigger and push
forward over the same path to
remove the dirty water and solution
from the carpet. Repeat if necessary.
For best results use a smooth steady
action - keeping the nozzle flat
against the carpet. When the dirty
water reaches the max fill line on
the dirty water tank, empty the tank.
How to operate your cleaner
Important: Never leave the cleaner unattended with the power on.
Vacuum carpets thoroughly with dry vacuum cleaner before washing.
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Maintenance (Keep your Dirt Devil as good as new)
You will hear a distinct change in the
noise coming from your cleaner when
the tank is full and needs emptying.
Important: Unplug your cleaner
before emptying the dirty water tank.
Grasp the top of the dirty water tank
handle and press the release latch.
Grasp the handle and pull up out of
the base. Take care that dirty water
does not leak from the front.
Remove dirty water tank lid.
Emptying the dirty water tank
Once the float is activated, empty the dirty water tank. If the tank doesn’t appear full turn off the power switch and wait for the float to settle.
IMPORTANT:
The float in your Dirt Devil is the blue piece in the dirty water tank lid. It will shut off the suction when the dirty water tank is full.
However, the float may rise prematurely cutting off the suction before the dirty water tank is full under the following conditions -
1. Using a jerky, uneven motion while washing.
2. Tipping the cleaner and breaking the seal between the carpet and the nozzle on the machine.
To empty the water tank grasp the
handle with one hand and nozzle
with the other and empty into the
sink.
Rinse the dirty water tank and filter
thoroughly with warm water. You
should allow them to dry fully
before replacing them on your
cleaner to prevent mildew.
Do not use any chemicals in the
cleaning process.
Emptying the dirt water tank Cleaning the dirt water tank
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Maintenance (Keep your Dirt Devil as good as new)
Lift the front of the carpet cleaner
base off the carpet with one hand.
Grasp the handle and hook the front
of the dirty water cleaner into the
base, making sure that the front of the
dirty water tank is resting on the base.
The dirty water tank has three tabs on
the underside which MUST latch on
to the underside of the base of the
cleaner. The base must be lifted so
that the nozzle is flush with the base
of the cleaner.
Failure to install the dirty water tank
correctly will result in poor dirty water
pick up.
While making sure the dirty water
tank is resting on the base, place the
rear of the tank into the base of the
cleaner, push down on the handle
until it latches.
Empty and rinse clean water tank
after use.
Replacing the dirty water tank
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Belt or brush removal and replacement
Phillips screwdriver required
The plug must be removed from socket outlet before cleaning or maintaining the appliance.
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Switch off the mains power and
unplug carpet washer. Remove the
water tank.
Flip the cleaner on it’s side to
expose the nozzle base.
To remove the belt cover, use a
phillips screwdriver to remove the
two screws.
Grasp the belt cover near the belt
roll and lift out.
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Maintenance (Keep your Dirt Devil as good as new)
Grasp brushroll with one hand,
using the other hand to keep tension
on the the belt while removing.
Lift up while your pulling it out. Slide the belt off the the motor
shaft and dispose.
Belt or brush removal and replacement
When replacing the belt first slide it
onto the motor shaft. Then slip the
brush roll through the belt. Place the belt
in the area of the brush without bristles.
Slide the brush roll into the nozzle,
ensuring that the brush roll end caps are
orientated correctly, see inset picture.
Manually turn the brush roll to
check that it is fitted properly.
Replace the belt cover by inserting
the end furthest from the brush first.
Then replace the front of the belt
cover before securing in place with
the two screws.
Belt or brush removal and replacement
Phillips screwdriver required
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FAQs
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WARNING: to reduce the risk of personal injury, unplug the vacuum cleaner
before performing maintenance/troubleshooting checks.
Why wont my cleaner run?
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Power cord not firmly pushed into a
mains socket.
- Ensure cord is plugged in firmly.
• Blown house fuse or tripped circuit breaker.
- Check fuse/breaker. Replace fuse or
reset breaker.
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Why doesn’t my vacuum pick up
/ loss of suction?
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Dirty water tank is not installed correctly.
- Refer to page 6 for fitting information.
• Dirty water tank is full.
- See ‘Emptying the dirty water tank’.
• Broken or worn belt.
- Replace the belt.
• Brush roll is worn.
- Replace the brush roll.
• Nozzle/dirt passage is clogged.
- Remove obstruction.
• Float prematurely activated.
- Refer “Important” notes on page 6.
Why is dust escaping from the
vacuum?
• Dirty water tank is full.
- See ‘Emptying the dirty
water tank’ page 6.
• Dirty water tank is not installed properly..
- Refer to page 7 for fitting
information.
• Solution reservoir not installed correctly.
- Refer to ‘How to operate your
cleaner’ page 4.
Why won’t my cleaner dispense
sollution?
• Solution reservoir not installed correctly.
- See ‘How to operate your
cleaner’.
• Solution tank empty.
- Fill tank see page 5.
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Other Information
Service & Help
Customer Careline AU: 1300 361 505 / 0800 800 900
Monday-Friday 8.30am to 5.30pm
Any queries or concerns about using the Vacuum call the Dirt Devil Careline.
Please make a note of the serial number and model number of the carpet cleaner before calling.
Technical Specification
Voltage: 220-240V ~50Hz
Wattage: 600W
Capacity: Dirty Water Tank: 2L
Clean Water Tank: 3.5L
Cord length: 7m
Weight: 6kg
Subject to technical change without notice.
Waste electrical products should notbe disposed of withhousehold waste. Please recycle where
facilities e
xist. Check with your Local Authority or retailerfor recycling advice.
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Notes
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