Vax AWC01, AWC02 Instruction manual

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BAGLESS CYCLONIC
CYLINDER VACUUM

LET’S GET STARTED.

AWC01
AWC02

Let’s talk safety

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

Basic
safety
precautions

Don’ts

• 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.

• Only Vax recommended tools and accessories should be used
with this 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 vacuum cleaner by pulling on the power cord.

Do’s

• Turn o all controls on the vacuum cleaner before
disconnecting or connecting the power cord.

• Always make sure the lters are in place before use.

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

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• Take extra care when positioning and using the vacuum cleaner
on the stairs.

• 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 lters have been cleaned
as per user guide instructions ensure they are thoroughly dry before
storing away.

Please keep instructions for further use.

Thank you for buying this AWC Cylinder.

Taking care of your carpets and hard oors

The AWC Cylinder product 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 AWC Cyliner

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.

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, Droitwich,
Worcestershire, WR9 0LW, UK

This user guide can be found online at: vax.co.uk/support

Let us know what you think @VaxUK

Contents

Let’s talk safety

AWC01

(Included with all models)

Included with
your machine

Getting to know your machine

Getting started

Using your machine

Taking care of your machine

Let’s talk technical

Accessories

What to do if it goes wrong

Getting in touch

AWC02

All the above, plus

Hose

Telescopic
extension tube

Combination oorhead

3-in-1 Tool

Pre-motor lter

Post-motor lter

Initial Setup for normal operation

1. Use the base accessories.
a. Shortest hose.
b. 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 turned ON for carpet cleaning.

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

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

Tool Connector

TurboTool