
Vax Careline: AU: 1300 361 505
Wash ‘n’ Dry Canister
User Guide
NZ: 0800 800 900
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Note these down in case you need them in future. Please keep instructions for further use.
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(Located on the handle of the machine)

Machine Overview
12 Suction hose connector
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2
3
9
4
10
11
13
12
8
7
6
16
20
Fig.1/1
1 Water pump button (green)
2 Power button (red)
3 Carry handle
4 Power cord
5 Container release clips
6 Casters
7 Suction hose connection port
8 Solution tube port
9 Exhaust lter
10 Hose
11 Solution tube
5
15
AAA
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ANT I
ALLERG E N
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21
ADDI T IV E
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23
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13 Solution tube to machine connector
14 Solution tube to wash head/upholstery tool connector
15 2 x stainless steel extension tubes
16 Fibreow carpet wash head
17 Upholstery wash tool
18 Vax Carpet Cleaning Solution
19 C ombination oor head (for dry vacuuming)
20 2 x paper dustbags
21 Filter assembly
22 Crevice tool
23 Dusting brush
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General Safety Information
FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.
When using the vacuum cleaner, basic safety precautions should
always be observed, including the following:
1. Do not leave the multifunction machine unattended when
plugged in. Unplug it from the socket when not in use.
2. To prevent electric shock do not use outdoors.
3. Not to be used as a toy.
4. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play
with the appliance.
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 the use of the
appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
6. Use only as described in this manual. Use only Vax
recommended attachments.
7. Do not use the vacuum cleaner if it has been dropped,
damaged, left outdoors or dropped into water. Do not use the
vacuum cleaner with a damaged cord or plug. If the supply cord
is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or a
recommended service agent to avoid a hazard..
8. Do not handle the plug or multifunction machine with wet
hands. Do not use outdoors.
9. Do not pull or carry by cord. Do not use cord as a handle, close
a door on the cord or pull cord around sharp edges or corners.
Do not run the multifunction machine over the cord. Keep the
cord away from heated surfaces.
10. Do not put any objects into openings or operate with openings
blocked. Keep them free of anything that might reduce airflow.
11. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers and all parts of body away
from openings and moving parts.
12. Do not vacuum hot coals, cigarette butts, matches or any hot,
smoking or burning objects including ash.
13. Do not use the carpet washing function without the solution
tank and dirty water tank in place.
14. Do not use the vacuum for dry cleaning without the dust
bag in place.
15. Turn off all controls before unplugging.
16. Do not vacuum harmful or toxic material (chlorine, bleach,
ammonia, drain cleaner etc.).
17. Do not vacuum hard or sharp objects such as glass, nails,
screws, coins, etc.
18. Do not vacuum plaster dust, concrete dust or any other building
or vitreous materials.
19. Do not vacuum baking soda or any other powder-based carpet
refresher or deodoriser.
20. Do not use the vacuum cleaner with blocked filters or without
all of the filters in place.
21. Use only SAA 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.
22. Store the multifunction machine in a cool, dry area.
23. To prevent dirty water from running into motor, do not hold the
appliance upside-down or lay on its side. Use appliance in
normal vacuuming/carpet washing position.
24. Take extra care when cleaning on stairs.
25. Turn off the on/off switch before unplugging the
multifunction machine.
26. Do not carry appliance while motor is running.
27. We recommend the use of a residual current device with a
residual current rating of 30mA or less.
WARNING: Always switch off and unplug the multifunction
machine from the electrical outlet before assembling,
opening, emptying the dirt container, before connecting/
disconnecting the attachments, or carrying out maintenance
or troubleshooting checks.
NOTE: Carpets should be dry vacuumed thoroughly
before washing.
IMPORTANT: It is very important that filters are kept clean
to obtain maximum performance from your vacuum cleaner.
Not cleaning and not replacing the filters regularly can
reduce the suction power and cause overheating and
permanent damage to the vacuum cleaner. If your filters are
washable make sure they are completely dry before inserting
back into the multifunction machine.
IMPORTANT: If the hose or tools are blocked, switch off the
multifunction cleaner and remove the blockage(s) before
re-starting your machine. See maintenance.
DAMAGE TO THE VACUUM CLEANER CAUSED AS A DIRECT
RESULT OF NOT ADHERING TO THE GENERAL SAFETY
INFORMATION AND THE INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS USER GUIDE
INVALIDATES THE WARRANTY.
This machine is intended for household use only, and NOT for
commercial or industrial use.
PLEASE KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FURTHER USE.
Vax Service line: AU: 1300 361 505
NZ: 0800 800 900

Operation
Dry Vacuuming
IMPORTANT: Always remove the power plug from the wall outlet before assembling, servicing
or removing accessories.
IMPORTANT: Only the red power button should be “ON” when the machine is in dry vacuuming mode.
The green pump button should be “OFF”.
Unclip Container Release
Clips (A) on both sides
of machine.
Lift out and remove the
clean water solution tank.
Store safely away.
Remove the motor top
from the unit, turn on its
side and remove the oat
housing in an anti-clockwise
direction to unscrew.
Fit the pleated pre-motor
lter by pushing and lightly
twisting the lter on the
motor top.
Remove the solution
connector tube by turning
anti-clockwise by 90
degrees. Store in a safe
place.
Fit the dust bag by aligning
the front of the dust bag
with the inlet slots, and
position the dust bag to ll
the inside of the base.
Fit the plug to the solution
intake port.
Replace the motor top,
ensuring that the dust bag
is not trapped. Ensure the
motor top is secured to the
base with the two clips.
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Operation
Dry Vacuuming Continued
Insert the exible hose into
the inlet on the main body
of the vacuum cleaner.
Push in and twist clockwise
a quarter turn until tight.
Push the extension tubes
onto the end of the handle.
Fit the combination oor
tool by pushing on to the
extension tube.
On/O Button Carpet Cleaning Hard Floor Cleaning
Fully unwind the power cord and
plug the cord into the electrical
outlet. Turn the vacuum cleaner on
by depressing the button located on
the top of the carry handle. The
vacuum cleaner can be turned o
by pressing the on/o button again.
For carpet cleaning, press the
rocker switch on the combination
oor tool as shown to raise
the brushes.
For hard oor cleaning, press the
rocker switch on the combination
oor tool as shown to lower
the brushes.
Vax Service line: AU: 1300 361 505
NZ: 0800 800 900