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User Guide
VCAP1500
Designed in the UK
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Contents
Contents
Machine Overview
General Safety Information
Getting Started
Maintenance
Looking After Your Machine – Filters
Looking After Your Machine – Advanced cleaning
Looking After Your Machine – Removing blockages
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FAQs
Other Information
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1. Hose connector
2. Dirt container
Machine Overview
3. Cyclone separator and shroud
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4. Carry handle
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5. Dirt container release button
6. Cord rewind button (hidden)
7. Floor head parking slot
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8. On/o button
9. Post-motor lter cover
10. Primary separator
11. Antibacterial HEPA media
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post-motor lter
(Note: Post-motor lter is housed
in the left wheel)
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12. Pre-motor lter
13. Turbo brush
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14. Combination oor head
15. Telescopic extension tube
16. Dusting brush
17. Crevice tool
18. Flexible hose and handle
19. Mini turbo tool
20. Upholstery tool
21. Connector for Mini turbo tool
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General Safety Information
This vacuum cleaner is intended for household use only and NOT for commercial or industrial 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 and 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. 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
PLEASE KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
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Getting Started
Assembling your vacuum cleaner
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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. Hold the vacuum cleaner rmly when starting and in use.
NOTE: The Mini Turbo Tool (with Turbo Tool connector attached), Turbo brush, crevice tool, upholstery tool and dusting brush
can all be attached to the telescopic tube or hose handle.
Operating the appliance and accessories
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NOTE: Fully unwind the power cord. A yellow mark on the cord indicates the recommended cord length.
Do not exceed the cord length beyond the yellow mark.
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Packing away and storage
NOTE: For convenience there is a parking slot located at the rear of the vacuum cleaner
where the oor head and tubes can be attached for storage and carrying.
Packing away and storage
Maintenance
Emptying and cleaning the dirt container
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NOTE: For best cleaning results the dust bin should be
emptied after each use and at the very least when the ‘MAX’
mark has been reached.
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Looking After Your Machine - Filters
Cleaning the pre-motor lter
NOTE: Replace the lter when discoloured or damaged (frequency will depend on level of use).
WARNING: Water temperature should not exceed 40°C when washing the pre-motor lter.
WARNING: Ensure lter is completely dry before inserting back into the vacuum cleaner.
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Looking After Your Machine - Filters
Cleaning the Antibacterial HEPA media post-motor lter
NOTE: Replace the lter when discoloured or damaged (frequency will depend on level of use).
WARNING: Do not wash the post-motor lter.
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Follow the instructions to unlock the cover to remove the
post-motor lter. Tap to clean the post-motor lter and put
back in place.
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Left wheel Left wheel
Insert the cover back with the symbols being horizontal.
Follow the instruction to lock the cover until it clicks back
in place.
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Tap to clean.
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Looking After Your Machine
- Advanced Cleaning
Advanced cleaning - primary separator
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24hr
WARNING: Ensure separator is completely dry before
inserting back into the vacuum cleaner.
Advanced cleaning - cyclone separator
NOTE: Replace the lter when discoloured or damaged (frequency will depend on level of use).
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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.
WARNING: For best cleaning results lters require cleaning at least every three months. Do not use your
vacuum cleaner without all of the lters in place.
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Looking After Your Machine
- Removing Blockages
WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock, the power cord must be disconnected before performing
maintenance/troubleshooting checks. Turn the vacuum cleaner o and unplug from the electrical socket.
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.
Hose blockages
The exible hose may be disconnected from the vacuum cleaner. Carefully remove any blockages found and
reconnect the hose securely.
Accessory blockages
Remove accessory from the hose/telescopictube. Carefully remove the blockage and return to the cleaner.
Removing blockages from the Mini Turbo Tool
Turn the Mini Turbo Tool over
and slide o the locking ring.
Detach lower housing
and remove blockage.
To re-assemble the Mini
Turbo Tool, ensure that the
tabs are engaged and pivot
the lower housing closed.
Slip the locking ring over the
neck of the Mini Turbo Tool
and into the groove to nish.
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Looking After Your Machine
- Removing Blockages
Removing blockages from the Turbo brush
Lay the Turbo brush oor head on a at surface and turn over to expose the brushbar. Using a pair of scissors,
cut through any threads or hairs caught by the brushbar that have wrapped around the guides.
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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 ‘Machine Overview’ page in this guide 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 dirt container may be incorrectly installed; remove the dirt container from the unit by pressing the dirt container release catch
and then reattaching it to the unit, ensuring it is locked rmly back into place.
• The lter may be clogged; refer to ‘Maintenance: Cleaning the lters’ on pages 7-8 and ‘Looking after your machine - Advanced cleaning’
on page 9.
• The dirt container may be blocked; refer to ‘Maintenance: Emptying and cleaning the dirt container’ on page 6.
• There may be a blockage in the tube/hose. Disconnect from the vacuum cleaner, carefully remove any blockages found
and reconnect securely.
Why is dust escaping from the vacuum?
• The lter may be clogged; refer to ‘Maintenance: Cleaning the lters’ on pages 7-8.
• The dirt container may be blocked; refer to ‘Maintenance: Emptying and cleaning the dirt container’ on page 6.
• The dirt container may be incorrectly installed; remove the dirt container from the unit by pressing the dirt container
release catch and then reattaching it to the unit, ensuring it is locked rmly back into place.
What do I do if the unit/an accessory becomes damaged or broken?
• We’re here to help. Simply call AU 1300 361 505 / NZ 0800 800 900 or visit vax.com.au
Why won’t the accessories pick up properly?
• Hose blockages: remove the hose from the unit. Carefully remove any blockages found and reconnect hose securely.
• Accessory blockages: remove accessory from handle/tube. Carefully remove blockage and re-attach to the vacuum cleaner.
• The accessory may be faulty. Simply call us on AU 1300 361 505 / NZ 0800 800 900 for assistance.
Why will the vacuum cleaner not run?
• It may not be plugged into the electrical socket correctly; ensure that the plug is pushed in securely.
• The electrical socket may not be working properly; check the fuse or breaker, or consult an electrician.
• The motor thermostat may have tripped; switch o and unplug the vacuum cleaner, and leave for one hour before switching
the cleaner back on.
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Other Information
Insulated
Use
Instructions
Vax Service & Help
Vax Careline:
Australia 1300 361 505
New Zealand 0800 800 900
Monday-Friday 8.30am to 5.00pm
If you have queries or concerns about using your Vax, 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.
For the nearest Service Agent, please call the Vax Customer Careline or visit vax.com.au / vax.co.nz
Technical Specication
Wattage: 1500W
Air Wattage: 310W
Voltage: 220-240V ~50Hz
Capacity: 2.5L
Filters: Pre-motor lter – washable
Post-motor lter – Antibacterial HEPA lter (not washable)
Hose length: 2.5m
Cord length: 6m
Weight: 5.6 kg
Subject to technical change without notice.
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Notes
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Distributed by Techtronic Industries Australia Pty. Ltd.
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Level 1, 660 Doncaster Road, Doncaster, Australia 3108.
Service Line: AU: 1300 361 505 / NZ: 0800 800 900
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