Vax Air3 Pet Plus VRS114 Let's Get Started

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VRS114

Pet Plus

Let’s get started

Let’s talk safety

Basic
safety
precautions

Don’ts

Do’s

This vacuum cleaner is intended for household use only and
NOT for commercial or industrial use.

• Only use the vacuum cleaner indoors on dry surfaces and
keep the area you’re cleaning well lit.

• Keep ngers, hair and loose clothing away from moving parts
and openings whilst using the vacuum cleaner.

• Don’t use the vacuum cleaner if it has been dropped, damaged
or left outdoors.

• Don’t run over the power cord or use vacuum cleaner if the
power cord or plug is damaged. Please contact our Customer
Care Line on: 0330 026 8455 (Mon-Fri 8:30am to 6:30pm
Sat 9:00am to 5:00pm).

• Don’t handle the plug or use the vacuum cleaner with
wet hands.

• Don’t pull or carry the vacuum cleaner by the power cord.

• Don’t use the power cord as a handle, pull the power cord
around corners, sharp edges or close a door over the
power cord.

• Don’t unplug the vacuum cleaner by pulling on the power cord.

• Turn o all controls on the vacuum cleaner before
disconnecting or connecting the plug from the mains socket.

• Always keep the power cord away from the brushes during
use. After use always wrap the power cord around the cord
clips provided.

• Always make sure both the pre-motor/post-motor lters are
in place before use.

• Always ensure the brushbar is switched o when using
the vacuum cleaner on the stairs and take extra care when
positioning the vacuum cleaner on the stairs.

• Always switch o the vacuum cleaner before disconnecting
or connecting the hose and accessories.

• This vacuum cleaner can be used by children aged from 8 years and above
and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of
experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction
concerning use of the vacuum cleaner in a safe way and understand the
hazards involved. Children shall not play with the vacuum cleaner. Cleaning
and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.

• Only Vax recommended tools should be used with the vacuum cleaner, use
of non-branded Vax accessories/tools will invalidate your warranty.

• Don’t vacuum up any ammable or combustible materials (lighter uid,
petrol, kerosene etc.) or use the vacuum cleaner in an area with explosive
vapours or liquid.

• Don’t vacuum up hot coals, cigarette butts, matches or smoking hot burning
items or use in an area where there may be harmful uids (chlorine, bleach,
and ammonia drain cleaner).

• Don’t attempt to remove blockages with sharp objects as this may cause
damage to the vacuum cleaner, remove blockages only as instructed in
this guide.

• Don’t vacuum up hard or sharp objects such as glass, nails, screws or
coins etc.

• Don’t use the vacuum cleaner with incorrect voltage as this may result in
damage or injury to the user. The correct voltage is listed on the ratings label.

• Keep all openings clear and free from debris as this may aect the
airow/suction.

• Always replace the fuse in the plug with a British 13amp fuse. Always protect
the power cable from heated surfaces and open ames.

• Use only CE approved 13amp extension cords, non-approved extension cords
may overheat. Care should be taken to arrange the extension cord as it can
be a trip hazard.

• Store the vacuum cleaner in a cool, dry area. If the lters have been cleaned
as per user the guide instructions ensure they are thoroughly dry before
storing away.

PLEASE KEEP INSTRUCTIONS FOR FURTHER USE AND USE ONLY
AS INSTRUCTED IN THIS GUIDE.

Thank you for buying this Air3 Pet Plus

Taking care of your carpets and hard oors

The Air3 Pet Plus is designed to make vacuuming carpets and hard oors regularly, as eective
and ecient as possible and this user guide will help you get the most out of your machine.

Maintaining your carpets and hard oors will ensure they keep their appearance for longer.
You’ve chosen the carpets and hard oors for your home for a reason and Vax will help you take
good care of them.

Taking care of your Air3 Pet Plus

Also inside this guide are instructions on maintaining your new machine, so that it’s always ready
when you are to tackle your carpets and hard oors.

Let us know what you think @VaxUK

Taking care of you

We’re here if you need us. Instead of taking me back
to the shop, simply visit:

vax.co.uk/support or call:

(UK) 0330 026 8455 (ROI) 1-800 928 308

Monday-Friday 8:30am to 6:30pm, Saturday 9:00am to 5:00pm

Calls are charged at the UK local rate. Please make a note of the serial number and model number
of the product before calling.

Alternatively, you can write to us at:

Vax Ltd, Plot 302, Stonebridge Cross Business Park, Hampton Lovett, Droitwitch, WR9 OLW, UK

This User Guide can be found online at: vax.co.uk/support

Contents

Let’s talk safety

Getting to know your machine

Getting started

Using your machine

Taking care of your machine

Let’s talk technical

Accessories

Notes

What to do if it goes wrong

Getting in touch

Air3 Pet Plus

(Included with all models)

2-in-1 Crevice tool
and Dusting brush

Included with
your machine

TurboTool

Upholstery tool

Fur’n’Flu tool

Initial Setup for normal operation

1. Use the base accessories.
– Shortest hose.
– Extension tube set to shortest practicable length.

2. Clean lters installed.

3. Dust receptacle empty.

4. All Bleeds must be closed.

5. Floorheads/tools set to Carpet Mode for carpet cleaning.

6. Mechanical Agitation set turned ON for carpet cleaning.

7. Floorheads/tools set to Hard Floor Mode for hard oor cleaning.

8. Mechanical Agitation set turned OFF for hard oor cleaning.

Getting to know your machine

Hose

Power cord

2-in-1 tool
storage clip

Upholstery tool
storage clip

Handle release button

Handle

Carry handle

Inner cyclones

Dirt container lid

Shroud

Dirt container

Separator

Post-motor lter
cover/Post-motor
lter (hidden)

Hose entry point

Hose end clip

Dirt container release button

Name Air3 Pet Plus
Voltage See rating label on machine for details
Wattage See rating label on machine for details
Cord length 6m
Weight 4.9kg

Technical Specication

Subject to technical change without notice.

Filter Kit (Type 93)*

1-1-134230-00

2-in-1 Tool (Type 2)*

1-1-132115-00

Upholstery Tool (Type 3)*

1-1-132116-00

TurboTool (Type 5)

1-1-134418-00

Belt Kit (Type 26)*

1-1-134530-00

Fur ‘n’ Flu Tool

1-1-131392-00

Accessories & Consumables

*To purchase consumables and accessories, please visit vax.co.uk

Brushbar
On/O button
Power
On/O button

Brushbar blockage
indicator light

Rotating
Brushbar

Quick release
cord wrap

Before you begin

Push the handle into
main body until it clicks
into place.

Fit the upholstery tool
into storage clip.

Fit the 2-in-1 crevice
tool and dusting brush
onto storage clip.

Insert hose into hose
entry point, press hose
end clip and attach
over raised rim.

PLEASE READ ‘LET’S TALK SAFETY’ AT THE BEGINNING BEFORE USE

Getting started

IMPORTANT: Always switch o the vacuum cleaner before connecting or disconnecting the hose/attachments,
or removing and emptying the dirt container.

IMPORTANT: 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 o. If this happens, switch the vacuum cleaner o
and unplug. Remove and empty the dirt container also check the vacuum cleaner for blockages. Allow the vacuum
cleaner to cool for approximately 1 hour (if you have cleaned the lters please wait 24 hours for the lters to fully dry
before putting back into the machine).

Filters require cleaning at least every 3 to 6 months.

If the vacuum cleaner is blocked, switch o and unplug before removing the blockage.

Using your machine

TIP

The brushbar will not rotate
when the vacuum cleaner

is in the upright position.

Plug into mains and
press On/O button
to switch On.

Place your foot onto
the oorhead and
pull handle backwards
to recline.

Press the brushbar
On/O button to
activate the brushbar.

Pressing the brushbar
On/O button when the
brushbar is spinning will
de-active the brushbar.

Move the handle side to
side to manoeuvre under
and around furniture.

IMPORTANT: The brushbar should be ON for carpets and OFF for hard oors.

Choose an accessory.

Press the hose end clip,
pull hose to release.

Attaching tools to the hose

IMPORTANT: Always switch o the vacuum cleaner before disconnecting or connecting hose and accessories.

The accessories can be attached to the handle using as a telescopic extension tube or directly to the hose.

Using your machine

Push hose and accessory
together, press hose end
clip and attach over raised
rim on accessory.

Stand the vacuum cleaner
in the upright position.

Push hose and handle
together, press hose end
clip, attach over raised rim
on handle.

Press the hose end clip,
pull hose to release.

Press the handle release button,
lift handle to remove.

Choose an accessory. Push handle and

accessory together.

Attaching accessories to the handle

IMPORTANT: Hold vacuum cleaner when using hose for above oor cleaning.

TIP

Cleaning the pre-motor lter and shroud

Emptying the dirt container

Press the dirt container
release button, pull to
remove the dirt container.

Hold dirt container over a bin.
Press the dirt release clip,
allowing dirt/debris to fall out.

Wash the lter under
running water (40’C max)
Leave to dry for 24 hours
or until fully dry before
placing back in the
vacuum cleaner.

Turn the dirt container
lid anti-clockwise.

Pull the lter tab to
remove the lter.

Lift the shroud from
the dirt container.

Tap the shroud over a bin
to release dirt/debris.

Lift the dirt container
lid to remove.

Tap the lter over a bin to
remove any dirt/debris.

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MAX

40˚C

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Taking care of your machine

Don’t over ll the dirt container
to avoid blocking the air ow

through the vacuum cleaner.

IMPORTANT: The motor is equipped with a thermal cut-out. If for any reason
the machine should overheat, the thermostat will automatically turn the machine
o. Switch o and unplug the vacuum cleaner. Check the machine for blockages
and clean the lters . Wash the lters with warm water (40°C max) and leave
for 24 hours or until fully dry before replacing into the machine. Filters require
cleaning at least every 3-6 months (depending on the level of use).

Don’t use your vacuum cleaner without all of the lters in place.

Taking care of your machine

Advanced cleaning of shroud and separator

Post-motor lter maintenance

IMPORTANT: Unplug and switch o vacuum cleaner before performing maintenance or troubleshooting checks.

Turn skirt on shroud
clockwise to unlock
and remove.

Using a soft brush, remove
any dirt/debris from the
shroud and separator.

Twist post-motor lter cover
anti-clockwise to unlock. Lift
to remove.

Lift to remove the
post-motor lter.

Check the post-motor lter
for discolouration.

Turn middle section of
shroud clockwise to unlock
and remove from separator.

!

40˚C

MAX

IMPORTANT: The exhaust lter is designed to oer long life with no maintenance. The lter should be checked
periodically and when heavily discoloured it should be replaced. Please do not wash, scrub or brush the lter
as this will damage the delicate lter media.

Let’s talk technical

Removing debris from brushbar

IMPORTANT: Any obstruction or blockage will automatically stop the brushbar rotating.

A RED light will indicate
a jammed brushbar.

Using a crosshead screwdriver,
remove 3 screws from the belt
cover on the side of the oorhead.

Lift and separate
brushbar side cover.

Using a pair of scissors, cut any
hair or debris free from around
the brushbar.

Pull to remove the belt cover. Pull to remove the brushbar

location plate. Remove belt.

Pull brushbar through
brushbar side cover
to remove.

Using a pair of scissors cut any
hair or thread free, remove any
dirt or debris from brushbar.

Changing the brushbar/advanced brushbar cleaning

TIP

To test for a blockage in hose,
drop a small ball of paper

through the hose. The paper
will drop through if the hose
is clear.

Stand the vacuum cleaner in the
upright position. The brushbar
should automatically reset.

A GREEN light indicates no
blockages in the brushbar.

Let’s talk technical

Changing the belt

Using a crosshead
screwdriver, remove 3
screws from the belt cover
on the side of the oorhead.

Pull to remove the
brushbar location
plate. Remove belt.

Slide o the
locking ring.

Line up the tabs on front
of housing and re-t.
Slide locking ring into
groove to secure.

Locking ring

Pull to remove the belt cover.

Clean any debris from
spindle. Place new belt onto
spindle, lining up teeth on
belt over and onto cog.

Lift and separate the housing.
Using a pair of scissors remove
any threads or hair caught around
the brushbar.

Removing blockages from the TurboTool

Accessories

Don’t forget your accessories!

Order at: www.vax.co.uk/spares-and-solutions

Pro Cleaning Kit (Type 2)
1-1-133326-00

All our best tools all in one kit that makes
cleaning your home quicker, easier and
with even better results. We’ve taken
care of cleaning all of the hard to reach
areas such as on top of cupboards and in
between blinds to the dust that collates
behind and within the radiator.

TurboTool (Type 5)
1-1-134419-00

A TurboTool for your vacuum cleaner.
Use the TurboTool for vacuuming your
stairs, upholstery and car interiors. It’s
great for picking up stubborn pet hair.

What to do if it goes wrong

• Check the ‘Getting started’ page in this guide or the box that
the machine came in to make sure that the part is denitely
included in your unit if you do nd you have an accessory
missing, we’re here to help. Simply call us on 0330 026 8455.

• It may not be plugged into the electrical socket correctly.
Check 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. Empty and clean the dirt container.
Check the vacuum cleaner for blockages, clean the lters
and clean the separator. Leave the vacuum cleaner for 24 hours
before switching the vacuum cleaner back on. Go to ‘Taking care
of your machine’.

• The lters may need cleaning. Go to ‘Taking care
of your machine’.

• The separator or shroud may be clogged. Go to ‘Taking care
of your machine’.

• There maybe a blockage in the hose. please check the hose and
remove the blockage.

• The dirt container may be full or blocked. Go to ‘Taking care
of your machine’.

• The dirt container may be incorrectly installed, ensure the dirt
container is locked in place.

• The brushbar may not be turning. Go to ‘Let’s talk technical’.

SolutionProblem

Is there an
accessory missing?

Why does my
vacuum cleaner
have no power?

Why won’t the
vacuum cleaner
pick up?

What to do if it goes wrong

CAUTION: To reduce the risk of personal injury, unplug the vacuum cleaner before performing maintenance

/troubleshooting checks.

• The brushbar may not be turned on. Go to ‘Getting started’.

• The belt maybe broken. Go to ‘Lets talk technical’

• The unit may not be reclined. Go to ‘Getting started’.

• The brushbar may be jammed. Go to ‘Let’s talk technical’.

• The brushbar may be jammed. Go to ‘Let’s talk technical’.

• If the brushbar has been checked for blockages and the red light
still on, we’re here to help. Call us on, (UK) 0330 026 8455,
(ROI) 1-800 928 308.

• The lters may not be correctly tted. Go to ‘Taking care
of your machine’.

• The dirt container may be full or blocked. Go to ‘Taking
care of your machine’.

• The lters may need cleaning. Go to ‘Taking care
of your machine’.

• There may be a blockage in the hose, please check the
hose and remove the blockage.

• The motor is equipped with a thermal cut-out. If for any reason
the unit should overheat, the thermostat will automatically turn
the vacuum cleaner o.

• Switch o and unplug the vacuum cleaner. Empty and clean
the dirt container.

• Check the vacuum cleaner for blockages, clean the lters
and clean the separator.

• Leave the vacuum cleaner to cool before switching the vacuum
cleaner back on. (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). Go to ‘Taking care of your machine’.

SolutionProblem

Why isn’t my
brushbar rotating?

Why is there a
red light on
my oorhead?

Why does the
vacuum cleaner
cut out?

Why is dust
escaping from
the vacuum?

Getting in touch

* Calls are charged at the UK local rate. Please make a note of the serial number and model number of the product before calling.

†

Registration required. Terms and conditions apply, see vax.co.uk for details.

Notes

Notes

Vax Ltd., 5th Floor 2 Colmore Square, 38 Colmore Circus, Queensway, Birmingham, B4 6BN, UK
email: [e-mail] website: vax.co.uk

EEC Statement of Compliance: Manufacturer/EEC importer: Vax Limited, hereby on our own responsibility,
declare that the VRS114 is manufactured in compliance with the following Directives:
Safety: 2006/95/EC Low Voltage Directive. EMC: 2004/108/EC Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive.

Waste electrical products should not be disposed of with household waste. Please recycle where facilities exist.
Check with your Local Authority or retailer for recycling advice.

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