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User Guide
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U88-AM-B / U88-AM-P / U88-AM-R / U88-AM-T / U87-AM-C
Designed in the UK
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Contents
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Contents
Machine Overview
General Safety Information
Getting Started
How To Use
Looking After Your Machine — Filters
Looking After Your Machine — Removing Blockages
FAQs
Other Information
Guarantee
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Machine Overview
Handle
Handle height adjuster
Handle release button
Dirt container release button
Carry handle
Power on/o button
Brushbar on/o button
Inner cyclones
Dirt container
Post-motor lter cover
Brushbar blockage indicator
Brushbar access clips
Rotating brushbar
Quick release cord wrap
Cord
Wheels
Brushbar reset button
Stretch hose
Telescopic extension tube
2-in-1 crevice tool
and dusting brush
Upholstery tool
Pre-motor lter
Post-motor lter
TurboTool (Pet, Reach
and Total Home models)
Flexi crevice tool
(Reach and Total Home)
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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.
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 under eight years of age 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 without supervision.
7. The appliance should only be used as described in the quick start guide or in the full online 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. If the supply cord is damaged return the
vacuum cleaner to Vax or an authorised Service Agent for examination, repair or adjustment.
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, 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 up harmful or toxic material (chlorine, bleach, ammonia, drain cleaner etc.).
16. Do not vacuum up hard or sharp objects such as glass, nails, screws, coins etc.
17. Store the vacuum cleaner in a cool, dry area.
18. Use only CE approved 13 amp extension cords. Non-approved cords may overheat. Care should be taken to
arrange the cord so that the cord cannot be tripped over.
19. 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.
20. Do not use without all of the lters in place.
21. Take extra care when positioning the vacuum cleaner on the stairs.
22. Please ensure that the brushbar is turned o when you are vacuuming on the stairs.
23. Keep vacuuming area well lit.
General Safety Information
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Getting Started
1. Insert the handle
2. Adjust handle up/down to the
desired height
Attach the 2-in-1 and upholstery tool to
their on board storage area.
PLEASE READ SAFETY INFORMATION BEFORE USE (p3)
Assembling your upright
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).
How to use
Twist the cord holder to
release the cord.
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.
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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.
Don’t over ll the container to
avoid clogging your lters.
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How To Use
Using accessories
NOTE: The 2-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. Choose an accessory.
Attach accessory to 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.
Stair cleaning (Pet, Reach, Total Home models)
Remove stretch hose.
Attach stretch hose to
telescopic extension tube.
Now you can easily clean
the full height of your stairs.
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Looking After Your Machine – Filters
Cleaning the HEPA post-motor lter
TAP
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Remove the post-motor
lter from the body of the
vacuum cleaner.
Cleaning the pre-motor lter
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Turn the dirt container
lid anti-clockwise
to remove.
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Emptying and cleaning the dirt container
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Press dirt container
release button
to remove the
dirt container.
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Hold dirt container over
a bin and press dirt
release button to open,
allowing dirt to fall out.
WARNING: Always switch o and unplug the vacuum cleaner from the electrical socket before assembling, opening or empting
the dirt container, or before connecting/disconnecting the attachments.
IMPORTANT: Wash lters with warm water (40°C max) at least every 3 months 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.
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Looking After Your Machine –
Removing Blockages
Re-setting the brushbar
Removing debris from 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.
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 and debris, hair
and dirt from the brushbar
and belt.
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:
Press the brushbar reset
button again to ensure the
blockage is fully cleared.
Removing blockages from the TurboTool
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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.
NOTE: Brushbar and belt are not removable
FAQs
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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 0844 412 8455
Why won’t the vacuum cleaner pick up?
• The lters may need cleaning, please refer to the ‘Looking After Your Machine – Filters’ page of this user guide (p6)
• The separator may be clogged, please refer to the ‘Looking After Your Machine – Filters’ page of this user guide (p6)
• 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 (p6)
• The dirt c
ontainer may be incorrectly installed, please ensure the dirt container is locked in place
• The brushbar may not be turning, please refer to the ‘Looking After Your Machine – Removing Blockages’ page in this user guide (p7)
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 (p7)
• 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.
Please visit ‘spares shop website’ – vax.co.uk/support
• If having done the above checks, checked the hose for blockages and cleaned the lters there is still no suction/limited suction from the hose,
please call our Vax Careline 0844 412 8455
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 (p6)
• 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 (p6)
• The lters may need cleaning, please refer to the ‘Looking After Your Machine – Filters’ page of this user guide (p6)
• 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 the lters –please refer
to the ‘Looking After Your Machine – Filters’ page of this user guide (p6) and clean the separator (please refer to the ‘Looking After Your
Machine – Emptying and cleaning dirt container’ page of this user guide (p6). 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 (p4)
• The unit may not be reclined. Please refer to the ‘Getting Started’ page of this user guide (p4)
• The brushbar may be jammed. Please refer to the ‘Looking After Your Machine – Removing Blockages’ page of this user guide and
remove any blockages (p7)
• The brushbar may need re-setting. Please refer to the ‘Looking After Your Machine – Removing Blockages’ page of this user guide (p7)
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 (p7)
• If the brushbar has been checked for blockages and the light still on, we’re here to help. Call us on 0844 412 8455
Why does the vacuum cleaner cut out?
• 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.
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 the unit becomes damaged or broken?
• We’re here to help. Simply call 0844 412 8455 or visit vax.co.uk
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UK Service & Help
Any queries or concerns about using your Vax, simply visit; vax.co.uk/support – vaxireland.ie or call the
Vax Careline. Calls are charged at the UK local rate. Please make a note of the serial number and model
number of the vacuum cleaner before calling.
Vax Careline:
(UK) 0844 412 8455
(ROI) 1-800 928 308
Monday-Friday 8.30am to 6.30pm
Saturday 9.00am to 5.00pm
Consumables
To purchase spares and accessories, please visit vax.co.uk
The use of genuine vax spare parts helps to maintain optimised
performance and validates your guarantee
Filter kit (Type 60): 1-1-132030-00
2-in-1 tool (Type 2): 1-1-132115-00
Upholstery tool (Type 3): 1-1-132116-00
TurboTool (Type 1): 1-1-126261-00
Flexi crevice tool (Type 1): 1-1-131393-00
Technical Specication
Voltage: 220-240V -50Hz
Filters: Pre-motor lter (washable)
H12 HEPA (anti-bacterial) Post-motor lter
Subject to technical change without notice.
EEC Statement of Compliance
Manufacturer/EEC importer: Vax Limited, hereby on our own responsibility, declare that the
U88-AM series 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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Other Information
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Guarantee
FREE 6 year guarantee
Instead of taking me back to the shop, simply visit:
vax.co.uk/support or call (UK) 0844 412 8455 (ROI) 1-800 928 308
Let us know what you think @VaxUK
we’re here if you need us
UK based customer care centre — Open 6 days a week
Monday-Friday 8:30am-18:30pm
Saturday 9:00am-17:00pm
Please retain your original receipt for proof of purchase.
It’s quick and easy to register for your
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