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All the features you told us you wanted
All the power you told us you needed
easy guide
AVC1&2
advanced vacuum technology
EEC STATEMENT OF COMPLIANCE
Manufacturer/ EEC importer:
VAX Limited, hereby on our own
responsibility declare that the VAX
AVC is manufactured in compliance
with the following:
DIRECTIVES; 73/23/EEC Security
against electric shock 89/336/EEC
EN55014-1993
STANDARDS; EN60-335/-1/-2-2
Electromagnetic compatibility
EN55104-1995
Version No: 1
Printed in China
VAX Limited, Kingswood Road, Hampton Lovett, Droitwich, Worcestershire, WR9 OQH, UK.
Email: enquiry@vax.co.uk
Website: www.vax.co.uk
VAX Appliances (Australia) Pty Ltd, 296 Victoria Road, MALAGA, Western Australia 6090
Email: vaxcare@vax.com.au
Website: www.vax.com.au
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Welcome to the world
of advanced vacuum
technology with your
new VAX AVC
All the features you told us you wanted
All the power you told us you needed
Why not e-mail us with comments on your AVC - research@vax.co.uk
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AVC1&2
brush bar switch
main on/of
f switch
wand release button
removable wand
brush tool
brush bar window
300 airwatts of powerful suction
crevice tool
cable hook [for use whilst vacuuming]
stair cleaning tool
easyview canister release
easyview canister
cable r
ewind button
lifetime filter
retractable cable
edge to edge dirt collecting
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first use
be safe - we r
ecommend you read the safety section on page 9
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soft easy grip carr
ying handle
1 Position the wand in its socket
Push the bottom end of the wand into the socket near the brush bar.
2 Click the wand in place
Push the wand’s handle towards your AVC.
You’ll hear it click into place.
dust fill line
3 Pull down
the tool holder
[It’
s on the back,
just below the handle].
4 Fit the crevice tool
5 Fit the stair tool
6 Push closed
7 Pull cord out to plug in
8 Switch on
lifetime motor filter
brush bar head
carrying handle
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get vacuuming floors
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get vacuuming stairs
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1 For Carpets turn on the brush bar
Use the brush bar to r
emove the deepest dust and dirt from carpets.
2 Vacuum right up to skirting boards
AVC’
s unique edge to edge brush bar feature brushes and sucks
dust and dirt away from your carpets...right up to the skirting boards.
3 Go straight from carpets to hard floors
AVC’s cleaning head drops down automatically.
4 Turn off the brush bar
On hard floors your AVC gets
the best results without it.
.
5 Stopping for a second ?
AVC’s brush bar will stop automatically
when you leave your AVC in an upright position.
1 Park at the bottom, facing the stairs
4 Remove the wand for use on its own
3
Connect the hook at
the base of your AVC
to the collar on the
hose.
5 Or remove the hose...
6 ...and fit the
stair cleaning tool
7 Use it in corners
8 Use it on treads...
9 ...or swivel the
head for risers
2 Optional - connect the topple collar
T
o prevent your AVC tipping over when using
the hose there is a topple collar that can be fitted.
10 The hose stretches up stairs
11 Use the wand for extra reach
press
pull
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upholstery & furniture
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emptying the canister
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2 Use the hose or the wand
When using the tools they can be connected
to the wand or the hose, depending on how far
you need to reach and how much control you want.
1 Remove the wand
And choose the tool you need
.
3 For sofas and chairs fit the crevice tool
This tool allows you to get right into the corners and small spaces.
4 For work surfaces
use the wand on it’s own
When cleaning surfaces use
the brush tool to avoid scratching.
5 For curtains use the stair tool
Air vents in the tool reduce the suction.
Twist the head of the tool for the best contact with your curtains.
3
...and lifting it out.
4 Tap the side of the canister
Do this several times to loosen up any dust that may
have become attached.
5 ‘Click’ the dust release button
Do this three times, this will loosen any
dust that has become stuck to the filter itself.
6 Use the wand
For those hard to reach areas.
1 Keep an eye out
Ther
e is a line marked on the easyview canister, if dust
reaches this line it should be emptied.
2 Remove the easyview canister
By pushing the handle down...
6 Empty the canister
Release the trap door over a
bin by pushing the dust
release button downwards
7 Replace the canister
Make sure you have closed the trapdoor properly, then
push the canister back into place until you hear it click.
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help
What if there’s a blockage in the head?
What if there’s a hose blockage?
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What if the brush bar stops?
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What if the filter becomes blocked?
Under certain circumstances e.g. vacuuming plaster dust, the filter
may temporarily become blocked resulting in a loss of suction.
2 Remove, hairs, fibres or threads
Carefully cut them off the brushes with scissors
using the cutting strip in the brush bar to help you.
1 First, switch off your AVC and unplug it
2 Disconnect the hose from the canister
3 Remove the hose from the wand
4 Brush out the hose
After removing the
hose use a feather duster
to brush it clean.
2 Rotate the hose collar
Lay your AVC down then rotate the collar [just above the
brush bar] in the direction of the arrow. The hose will release.
3 Remove the window
Then remove any blockage beneath it.
4 Brush out the hose
Remove the wand and then
use a feather duster to brush
out the hose.
You have to replace the
window before the hose’s
collar when you put your AVC
back together
.
1 First, switch off your AVC and unplug it
1 First, switch off your AVC and unplug it
1 First, remove and empty the canister
2 Remove the filter
Reach inside the easyview canister, turn the
filter cover anti-clockwise to release it and
pull to remove. Then pull the filter free.
3 Reset the power button
There is an automatic system
which cuts off the power supply if
the brush bar gets clogged up.
After cleaning the brushes, wait a
couple of minutes, then reset the
button by pressing it in with the
point of a pencil.
3 Tap the filter
gently on it’s base
This will dislodge the
dust. Do not wash, brush
or scour the filter as it has
a delicate membrane
which can be easily
damaged. Replace when
finished as the canister
cannot be reconnected
without the filter in place.
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Do’s
Ensure the mains cable is kept well away from the revolving brushes of your VAX, when it is turned
on and running.
Keep the mains cable away from heat, oil, liquids, sharp edges and rough surfaces and avoid
damage in any other way.
Exercise extreme care when cleaning stair carpets. Ensure that your VAX is in a stable position at
the bottom of the stairs without over-stretching the hose or cable.
Follow the instructions in this easy guide when fitting accessories or tools.
Remove the plug from the wall socket before carrying out any maintenance specified in this guide.
Store your VAX in a dry place.
Have your VAX serviced by an authorised VAX Service Agent only using genuine VAX spare parts.
Take care when removing dust and debris from your VAX, to avoid injury.
Don'ts
Never allow children to tamper or play with your VAX.
Never drag your VAX by the mains cable.
Never tug at the mains cable to remove the plug from the wall socket.
Never remove the brush bar cover it should only be removed by a qualified service agent.
Don’t let anyone touch the rotating brush bar unless your VAX is disconnected from the mains.
Never use your V
AX in the presence of flammable gases.
A
void sucking up hot items, hazardous liquids or any other material which could damage your VAX.
Never leave your VAX running unattended.
Never use without the ‘easyview canister’.
If your VAX fails to operate, never attempt to repair it yourself as repairs carried out by an
unauthorised or inexperienced person may cause injury to you or damage to your VAX.
Never alter the specification or modify your VAX in any way.
This appliance is not intended for use by young or infirm persons without supervision.
To keep you and your AVC in good working
order it is recommended you follow this advice.
A moulded plug, suitable for most UK
households is supplied with your AVC.
The moulded plug has a 13 amp fuse approved to B.S 1362 A.S.T.A. If you need to replace the
fuse, check that it is a 13 amp fuse.
After changing a fuse in a moulded plug, the fuse cover must be put back.
THE VACUUM CLEANER MUST NOT BE EARTHED
The mains lead to your VAX has two inner wires.
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code.
BLUE - NEUTRAL
BROWN - LIVE
If the plug provided is unsuitable for your socket outlets, an alternative plug may be fitted.
The cut-off plug must be disposed of immediately. The replacement must be a 13 amp rated plug
with a 13 amp fuse fitted.
When contacting us:
Please make a note of the serial number and
model number of your VAX before calling
They can be found on the label on the bottom
of your VAX.
In person
There are over 400 approved VAX Service Agents in
the UK and over 300 approved VAX Service Agents
in Australia offering quality repair and a spares
service. If you want to know the location of your
nearest VAX Service Agent or have any queries or
concerns about using your VAX, please call the
VAXCARE HELPLINE:
uk
0870 6061248
Open Monday to Friday 9.00am to 5.00pm
Calls are charged at national rates.
australia
1300 364040
Open Monday to Friday 10.00am to 6.00pm
Eastern Standard Time
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Email
You can email any questions or comments to:
uk
avc@vax.co.uk
australia
vaxcare@vax.com.au
Telephone
You can call our VAXCARE HELPLINE:
uk
0870 6061248
Open Monday to Friday 9.00am to 5.00pm
Calls are charged at national rates.
australia
1300 364040
Open Monday to Friday 10.00am to 6.00pm
Eastern Standard Time
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