Vax 88000 User Manual
Carpet Washer
User Guide
Vax Careline: AU: 1300 361 505
NZ: 0800 800 900
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(Located on the base of the machine)
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Machine Overview
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Handle
1
Clean solution reservoir
2
Clean solution reservoir latch
3
Dirty water tank latch
4
Dirty water tank handle
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Rotating brush bar
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Dirty water tank
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Dirty water tank lid
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Vacuum on/off switch
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Brush bar on/off switch
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Handle screw
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Power cord
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Carrying handle
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Quick cord release
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Handle release pedal
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Cord hook
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Cord clip
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Solution release trigger
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Upholstery water supply plug
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Upholstery hose adaptor
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Upholstery hose
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Upholstery attachment
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Upholstery trigger
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Tool caddy /storage
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Water supply socket
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Vax Service line
AU: 1300 361 505 / NZ: 0800 800 900
General Safety Information
FOR HOUSE HOLD USE ONLY.
When using the carpet washer, basic safety precautions
should always be observed, including the following:
1. Do not leave the carpet washer unattended when
plugged in. Unplug it from socket when not in use.
2. To prevent electric shock do not use outdoors.
3. Not to be used as a toy. Children should be supervised
to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
4. 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.
5. Use only as described in this manual.
6. Do not use the carpet washer if it has been dropped,
damaged, left outdoors or dropped into water. Do not
use the carpet washer 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 hazard and invalidating the guarantee.
7. Do not pull or carry by cord/hose. Do not use the cord/
hose as a handle, close a door on the cord/hose or
pull cord/hose around sharp edges or corners. Do not
run the carpet washer over the cord/hose. Keep the
cord away from heated surfaces.
8. Do not unplug by pulling on the cord.
9. Do not handle the plug or carpet washer with wet
hands.
10. Do not put any objects into openings or operate with
openings blocked, keep them free of anything that
may reduce airflow.
11. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers and all parts of the
body away from openings and moving parts.
12. Do not use the carpet washer on any glowing, burning
or smoking particles.
13. Do not use without the solution tank and dirty water
tank in place.
14. Turn off all controls before unplugging.
15. Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids
such as petrol, or use in areas where they may be
present.
16. Keep the unit on the floor.
17. Do not attempt to remove blockages with sharp
objects as they may cause damage.
18. Store indoors put away after use to prevent tripping
accidents.
19. Using improper voltage may result in damage to the
motor and possible injury to the user. The correct
voltage is listed on the rating label.
20. A hazard may occur if the carpet washer runs over the
power supply cord.
21. To prevent dirty water from running into the motor, do
not hold the appliance upside-down or lay on its side.
Use appliance in normal cleaning position.
22. Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.
23. Do not carry appliance while motor is running.
24. 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 your
machine from the electrical outlet before filling and
emptying the clean water tank, emptying the dirty water
tank, before assembling, opening, before connecting/
disconnecting the attachments, or carrying out
maintenance or troubleshooting checks and storage.
NOTE: Carpets should be dry vacuumed thoroughly
before washing.
IMPORTANT: If the hose or tools are blocked,
switch off and unplug the carpet washer and remove
the blockage(s) before re-starting your machine. See
maintenance.
IMPORTANT: Cleaning filters maintains cleaning
performance. Vax recommends that your filters
should be checked and cleaned periodically. If your filters
are washable make sure they are completely dry before
inserting back into the machine.
This machine is intended for house hold use only,
and NOT for commercial or industrial use.
PLEASE KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR
FURTHER USE.
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Operation
Assembling your carpet washer
(Phillips screwdriver required)
Stand the base in the
upright position.
Assemble the mid
section onto the base,
taking care not to trap
internal mains wire.
Insert the two nuts into
the recesses located
on the left and right
sides of the base. While
holding the nuts in
place, insert the two
medium length screws
through the front of the
mid section and
tighten.
Tool Caddy Assembly
(Phillips screwdriver required)
Align tabs on tool
caddy with slots on
midsection and snap
into place.
Place nut into recess on tool caddy and hold into
place. Press handle release with your other hand
to tilt the mid section backwards.
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 long screw through the front of the upper
handle and tighten. Run the mains wire
above the upper cord hook and secure
with the cord clip.
Place screw through
centre of lower
midsection and tighten.
Vax Service line
AU: 1300 361 505 / NZ: 0800 800 9003
Operation
Tool Caddy Use
Wrap the cord around
the upper and lower
cord clips.
Run the hose to the
upper caddy and press
into hose clip #1. (See
image above for hose
clip position.)
Detach the Upholstery
hose adapter from the
end of the hose and
slide it onto the adapter
post.
Continue wrapping the
hose clockwise around
the tool caddies,
pressing the hose into
the groove on the
bottom of the lower
tool caddy.
Slide the Upholstery
tool into the middle slot
of the lower tool caddy.
Run the hose back to
the upper caddy and
press into hose clip #2
(See image above for
hose clip positions.)
Slide the adapter end
of the hose into the left
slot on the lower tool
caddy. Be sure to line
up the pushpin with the
slot and press down
until secure in place.
Lock the attachment
end of the hose into
place by pressing
down onto the post
located on the right
side of the lower tool
caddy, until secure
in place.
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