Agile
Designed in the UK
User Guide
Vax Air3 Motion Agile
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Contents
Contents
Machine Overview
General Safety Information
Getting Started
How To Use
Looking After Your Machine — Emptying & cleaning
dirt container
Looking After Your Machine — Filters
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Looking After Your Machine — Removing Blockages
FAQ s
Other Information
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Handle
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Handle release button
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Dirt container release button
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Carry handle
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Power on/o button
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Machine Overview
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Brushbar on/o button
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Inner cyclones
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Dirt container
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Post-motor lter cover
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Brushbar blockage indicator
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Brushbar access clips
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Rotating brushbar
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Quick release cord wrap
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Wheels
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Brushbar reset button
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Stretch hose
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Telescopic extension tube
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3-in-1 crevice tool,
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dusting brush and
upholstery tool
Post-motor lter
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Pre-motor lter
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NOTE: Some parts may vary according to model. Please check inside ap of box for more details.
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General Safety Information
This vacuum cleaner is intended for household use only and NOT for commercial or industrial use.
Please keep instructions for further use.
When using 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 o the on/o switch on the vacuum cleaner controls before disconnecting or connecting
from the mains supply.
3. Always unplug the vacuum cleaner before connecting or disconnecting the vacuum hose and accessories.
4. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
5. This appliance is not intended for use by children and persons 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 in a safe way and understands the hazards involved.
6. Cleaning and maintenance shall not be made by children.
7. The appliance should only be used as described in the quick start guide or in the full user guide.
8. Only Vax recommended attachments should be used with this appliance.
9. Do not use this vacuum cleaner if it has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors or dropped into water.
Do not use this vacuum cleaner with a damaged cord or plug.
10. Do not pull or carry this appliance by the cord. Do not use the cord as a handle, close a door on the cord or
pull the cord around sharp edges or corners. Do not run the vacuum cleaner over the cord. Keep the cord
away from heated surfaces.
11. Do not handle the plug or the vacuum cleaner with wet hands.
12. Keep hair, loose clothing, ngers and all parts of the body away from openings and moving parts.
13. Do not pick up any hot coals, ash, cigarette butts, matches or any hot, smoking or burning objects.
14. Do not pick up any ammable or combustible materials (lighter uid, petrol, kerosene etc.) or use in the
presence of explosive liquids or vapours.
15. Do not vacuum harmful or toxic material (chlorine, bleach, ammonia, drain cleaner etc.).
16. Do not vacuum hard or sharp objects such as glass, nails, screws, coins etc.
17. Do not vacuum plaster dust, concrete dust or any other building or vitreous materials.
18. Do not vacuum baking soda or any other powder-based carpet refresher or deodoriser.
19. Store the vacuum cleaner in a cool, dry area.
20. Use only SAA approved 10amp extension cords. Non-approved cords may overheat. Care should be taken to
arrange the cord so that the cord cannot be tripped over.
21. Do not put any objects into openings. Do not use with any openings blocked and do not restrict airow.
Keep all openings free of dust, lint, hair or anything that might reduce airow.
22. Do not use the vacuum cleaner with blocked lters and without all of the lters in place.
23. Take extra care when positioning the vacuum cleaner on the stairs.
24. Please ensure that the brushbar is turned o when you are vacuuming on the stairs.
25. Keep vacuuming area well lit.
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General Safety Information
WARNING: Always switch o and unplug the vacuum cleaner from the electrical socket 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 electrical socket,
make sure the switch is in the ‘o’ position.
IMPORTANT: If the inlet, hose or telescopic tube is blocked, switch o the vacuum cleaner and remove the
blockage(s) before re-starting the vacuum cleaner.
IMPORTANT: Vax recommends the use of Residual Current Device Rating of 30mA or less.
IMPORTANT: It is very important that lters are kept clean to obtain maximum performance from your vacuum
cleaner. Not cleaning and not replacing your lters regularly can reduce the suction power and
cause overheating and permanent damage to the vacuum cleaner.
NOTE: If the supply cord is damaged it must be replaced by the manufacturer, or a similarly qualied person
in order to avoid hazard, or invalidating the warranty.
IMPORTANT: The motor is equipped with a thermal cut-out. If for any reason the unit should overheat (eg. from
blocked nozzles, a full dust container or unclean lters), the thermostat will automatically turn o the
switch. Should this occur, unplug the vacuum cleaner from the electrical socket and turn o the switch.
Remove dirt container and empty. Clean lters. Allow the unit to cool for approximately one (1) hour.
To re-start, plug into an electrical socket and switch back on.
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 vacuum cleaner is intended for household use only and NOT for commercial or industrial use.
PLEASE KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
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Getting Started
PLEASE READ SAFETY INFORMATION BEFORE USE (p3)
Before plugging the cord into the electrical outlet, make sure the switch is in the ‘o ’ position. Hold the vacuum cleaner rmly when starting
and in use.
Assembling your upright
1. Remove all packaging
2. Insert the handle
How to use
Twist the cord holder to
release the cord.
Attach the hose end to the
oorhead ensuring it clicks
into place.
(All accessories can be used
by either attaching them to
the handle or the hose).
Plug in your machine and
turn it on.
For brushbar position, press
the brushbar on/o button at
the top of the unit.
Brushbar on — carpets.
Brushbar o — hard oors.
Recline the unit and twist the
handle to manoeuvre under
and around furniture.
MAX
FILL
To avoid clogging your lters,
do not ll the dirt container
beyond the “Max Fill” mark.
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How To Use
Using accessories
NOTE: The 3-in-1 tool, TurboTool and other tools can be attached to the telescopic tube or directly to the hose.
NOTE: Switch o the brushbar before using any accessories/hose/telescopic extension tube.
Hose
Remove hose. Attach tool to the hose
Telescopic extension tube
Remove telescopic
extension tube.
Attach hose to telescopic
extension tube.
Attach accessory to
telescopic extension tube.
IMPORTANT: Hold unit when
using hose or telescopic
extension tube for above
oor cleaning.
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Looking After Your Machine –
Emptying & Cleaning Dirt Container
WARNING: Always switch o and unplug the vacuum cleaner from the electrical socket before assembling, opening or
emptying the dirt container, or before connecting/disconnecting the attachments.
IMPORTANT: Filters need to be cleaned every time you empty the dirt container for best cleaning results.
Do not use your vacuum cleaner without all of the lters in place.
IMPORTANT: The motor is equipped with a thermal cut-out. If for any reason the unit should overheat, the thermostat
will automatically turn the unit o . Allow the unit to cool for approximately 1 hour to cool before switching it back on.
Emptying and cleaning the dirt container
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TAP
Press dirt container release
button to remove the dirt
container.
Hold dirt container over a
bin and press dirt release
button to open, allowing dirt
to fall out.
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Looking After Your Machine – Filters
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IMPORTANT: Even with regular cleaning, lters have a limited lifespan and will eventually need to be replaced
during the lifetime of the vacuum cleaner. If the performance of your vacuum cleaner is compromised and/or the
lters are severely discoloured, the lters may need to be replaced. As a general guide, Vax recommends lters are
replaced every 3-6 months depending on the level of use to ensure optimum performance of your vacuum cleaner.
Cleaning the pre-motor lter
IMPORTANT: Water temperature should not exceed 40°C when washing pre-motor lter.
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Turn the dirt container lid anti-clockwise to remove.
Cleaning the HEPA post-motor lter
WARNING: Do not wash the post motor lter.
TAP
P
A
T
!
40˚C
40˚C
MAX
MAX
24hr
Remove the post-motor lter from the body of the vacuum cleaner.
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Looking After Your Machine –
Removing Blockages
IMPORTANT: If the air inlet, hose or telescopic tube is blocked, switch o the vacuum cleaner and remove the
blockage(s) before re-starting the vacuum cleaner.
Re-setting the brushbar
A RED ashing light will
indicate a jammed brushbar.
To reset press the RED
button in the middle of
the oorhead.
A GREEN ashing light
indicates no blockages in
the brushbar.
Removing debris from the brushbar
NOTE: Brushbar and belt are not removable
If the light continues to ash red after resetting, the brushbar may still be blocked. Using a pair of scissors, cut through any
threads or hairs caught around the brushbar. To access brushbar:
Place the vacuum cleaner on
the oor upside down and
remove the screw on the
back of the brushbar cover.
Unclip both clips on the
brushbar cover.
Remove the brushbar cover
and remove any debris, hair
and dirt from the brushbar
and belt.
Press the brushbar reset
button again to ensure the
blockage is fully cleared.
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FAQs
Warning: To reduce the risk of personal injury, unplug the vacuum cleaner before performing maintenance/troubleshooting checks.
Is there an accessory missing?
• Check the ‘Getting Started’ page in this guide or the box that the machine came in to make sure that the part is denitely included in your unit.
• If it is missing, we’re here to help. Simply call us on AU: 1300 361 505 / NZ: 0800 800 900
Why won’t the vacuum cleaner pick up?
• The lters may need cleaning or replacing, please refer to the ‘Looking After Your Machine – Filters’ page of this user guide (p8)
• The separator may be clogged, please refer to the ‘Looking After Your Machine – Filters’ page of this user guide (p8)
• There may be a blockage in the hose, please check the hose and remove the blockage
• The dirt container may be full or blocked, please refer to the ‘Looking After Your Machine – Emptying and Cleaning Dirt Container’ page of this
user guide (p7)
• The dirt c
• The brushbar may not be turning, please refer to the ‘Looking After Your Machine – Removing Blockages’ page in this user guide (p9)
Why won’t the accessories pick up properly?
• The TurboTool may be blocked, please refer to the ‘Looking After Your Machine – Removing Blockages’ page in this user guide (p9)
• The accessory may be broken
What do I do if an accessory/the unit becomes damaged or broken?
• Please check if the damage is with the accessory or the unit. To do this, rstly remove the accessory from the unit and check if there is suction
from the hose. If there is suction from the hose this conrms that the damage is with the accessory.
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• If having done the above checks, checked the hose for blockages and cleaned or replaced the lters there is still no suction/limited suction from
the hose, please call our Vax Careline AU: 1300 361 505 / NZ: 0800 800 900
ontainer may be incorrectly installed, please ensure the dirt container is locked in place
Why is dust escaping from the vacuum?
• The lters may not be installed correctly, please refer to the ‘Looking After Your Machine – Filters’ page of the user guide (p8)
• The dirt container may be full or blocked, please refer to the ‘Looking After Your Machine – Emptying and cleaning dirt container’ page of this
user guide (p7)
• The lters may need cleaning or replacing, please refer to the ‘Looking After Your Machine – Filters’ page of this user guide (p8)
• There may be a blockage in the hose, please check the hose and remove the blockage
Why does my vacuum cleaner have no power?
• It may not be plugged into the electrical socket correctly. Ensure that the plug is pushed into the electrical socket securely
• The electrical socket may not be working. Check the fuse or breaker and consult an electrician
• The motor thermostat may have tripped. Switch o and unplug the vacuum cleaner. Check the unit for blockages, clean or replace the lters –
please refer to the ‘Looking After Your Machine – Filters’ page of this user guide (p8) and clean the separator (please refer to the ‘Looking After
Your Machine – Emptying and cleaning dirt container’ page of this user guide (p7). Leave the vacuum cleaner for 24 hours before switching the
vacuum cleaner back on
Why
isn’t my brushbar rotating?
• The brushbar may not be turned on. Please refer to the ‘Getting Started’ page of this user guide (p5)
• The unit may not be reclined. Please refer to the ‘Getting Started’ page of this user guide (p5)
• The brushbar may be jammed. Please refer to the ‘Looking After Your Machine – Removing Blockages’ page of this user guide and
remove any blockages (p9)
• The brushbar may need re-setting. Please refer to the ‘Looking After Your Machine – Removing Blockages’ page of this user guide (p9)
Why is there a red light on my oorhead?
• The brushbar may be jammed. Please refer to the ‘Looking After Your Machine – Removing Blockages’ page of this user guide (p9)
• If the brushbar has been checked for blockages and the light still on, we’re here to help. Call us on AU: 1300 361 505 / NZ: 0800 800 900
Why does the vacuum cleaner cut out?
• The motor is equipped with a thermal cut-out. If for any reason the unit should overheat (eg. from blocked nozzles, a full dust container or
unclean lters), the thermostat will automatically turn the unit o. Should this occur, unplug the vacuum cleaner from the electrical socket and
turn o the switch. Remove and empty the dirt container. Check the hose for blockages. Clean the lters. Allow the unit to cool for approximately
1 hour (if you have cleaned the lters you will need to wait 24 hours for the lters to dry before putting them back in the machine)
What do I do if
• We’re here to help. Simply call AU: 1300 361 505 / NZ: 0800 800 900
the unit becomes damaged or broken?
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Other Information
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Use
Instructions
Machine Overview
Service & Help
Any queries or concerns about using your Vax, simply visit; vax.com.au or call the Vax Careline. Calls are
charged at the standard local rate. Please make a note of the serial number and model number of the vacuum
cleaner before calling.
Vax Careline:
AU: 1300 361 505
NZ: 0800 800 900
Monday-Friday 8.30am to 5.00pm
Technical Specication
Wattage: 1200W
Voltage: 220-240V ~50Hz
Filters: Pre-motor lter (washable)
Post-motor lter: H12 HEPA (anti-bacterial) (non-washable, tap to clean)
Cord Length: 6m
Hose Length: 1.3m
Dust Capacity: 1.5L
Product Weight: 4.5kg
Subject to technical change without notice.
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Indoor
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Notes
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Notes
Machine Overview
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Guarantee
Notes
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