Project: Impact UG
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Model No: C86-ID-BePe
C85-ID-Be/C85-ID-Pe
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vax.co.uk
Let’s talk safety
Let’s talk safety
Basic safety precautions
Please keep instructions for further
use and use only as instructed in
this guide.
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.
Dont’s
8 Don’t use this vacuum cleaner if
it has been dropped, damaged or
left outdoors.
8 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.)
8 Don’t handle the plug or use the
vacuum cleaner with wet hands.
• This appliance 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 appliance
in a safe way and understand the
hazards involved. Children shall not
play with the appliance. Cleaning and
user maintenance shall not be made
by children without supervision.
• Only Vax recommended tools should
be used with this vacuum cleaner.
8 Don’t pull or carry this 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.
8 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.
Dont’s
8 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.)
8 Don’t attempt to remove blockages
with sharp objects as this may cause
damage to your vacuum cleaner.
3 Turn o all controls on the vacuum
cleaner before disconnecting or
connecting the power cord.
3 Always keep the power cord away
from the brushes whilst using your
vacuum cleaner. After use always
wrap the power cord around the
cord clips provided.
3 Always make sure both the
pre-motor/post motor lters are
in place before use.
3 Always make sure the brushbar is
set to hard oor when using your
vacuum on the stairs and take extra
care when positioning the vacuum
cleaner on the stairs.
3 Always switch o the vacuum
cleaner before disconnecting
or connecting the hose
and accessories.
8 Don’t vacuum up hard or sharp
objects such as glass, nails, screws
or coins etc.
8 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.
Do’s
3 Keep all openings clear and free
from debris as this may aect the
airow/suction.
3 Always replace the fuse in the
plug with a British 5amp fuse.
Always protect the power cable
from heated surfaces and
open ames.
3 Use only CE approved 5amp
extension cords, non-approved
extension cords may overheat.
Care should be taken to arrange
the extension cord as it could be
a trip hazard.
3 Store the vacuum cleaner in a cool,
dry area. If lters have been cleaned
as per user the guide instructions
ensure they are thoroughly dry
before storing away.
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Thank you for buying this Impact.
Taking care of your carpets and hard oors
The Impact is designed to make vacuuming carpets and hard oors regularly, as eective and
ecient 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 carpets and hard oors for your home for a reason and Vax will help you take
good care of them.
Taking care of your Impact
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.
Contents
Let’s talk safety
Getting to know your machine
Getting started
Using your machine
Taking care of your machine
Let’s talk technical
Impact (Included with all models)
Included with
your machine
Accessory hose and handle
Telescopic extension tube
Combination oor head
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
Accessories
What to do if it goes wrong
Getting in touch
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. Floor heads/tools set to Carpet Mode for carpet cleaning.
6. Mechanical Agitation turned ON for carpet cleaning.
7. Floor heads/tools set to Hard Floor Mode for hard oor cleaning.
8. Mechanical Agitation turned OFF for hard oor cleaning.
Crevice tool
Dusting brush
Pre-motor lter
Post-motor lter
Impact Pet
TurboTool Tool connector
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Getting to know your machine Getting started
PLEASE READ ‘LET’S TALK SAFETY’ AT THE BEGINNING BEFORE USE
Before you begin cleaning
Separator and shroud
Dirt container
Hose entry
point
Pre-motor
lter (hidden)
Dirt container
release button
Carry handle
On/o button
Floorhead
parking slot
Post-motor
lter cover
Cord rewind button
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).
Clean the pre-motor lter every time the dirt container is emptied and replace the post-motor lter every 12 months.
If the vacuum cleaner is blocked, switch o and unplug before removing the blockage.
Assembling your vacuum cleaner
Press both buttons at end of hose and
insert into hose entry point.
Insert hose grip into telescopic
extension tube.
Press button on telescopic extension
tube and adjust to required length.
Technical Specication
Name Impact
Voltage Please refer to product rating label
Wattage Please refer to product rating label
Cord length 5-5.5m
Weight 4.3kg
Subject to technical change without notice.
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Accessories & Consumables
Filter (Type 118) Pre-Filter
1-1-134534-00
Filter (Type 106) Post-Filter
1-1-134390-00
TurboTool (Type 4)
1-1-134340-00
Tool Connector (Type 1)
1-1-133838-00
*To purchase consumables and accessories, please visit vax.co.uk
Crevice Tool (Type 10)
1-9-128020-00
Combination Floor Tool (Type 6)
1-1-134330-00
Dusting Brush (Type 5)
1-9-127512-00
Insert the other end of
the telescopic tube into
the oorhead.
CAUTION
Always switch o the vacuum
cleaner before connecting
or disconnecting the hose/
attachments, or removing and
emptying the dirt container.
Using your machine Taking care of your machine
CAUTION: When unwinding the power cord do not pull further than the yellow marker.
IMPORTANT: The base of the vacuum cleaner should always be positioned at on the oor when starting and in use.
The dirt container should be locked into place before lifting the vacuum cleaner by the carry handle.
Unwind the power cord.
Do not pull further than the
yellow marker.
Plug into mains and push
the on/o button to turn
your machine on
For use on carpets, click
rocker switch forward.
For use on hard oors click
rocker switch back.
Raise brushes for carpets.
TIP
IMPORTANT: Unplug and switch o vacuum cleaner before performing maintenance or troubleshooting checks.
Emptying and cleaning the dirt container
Press dirt container release button
and lift to remove.
the dirt release clip on the bottom of
the dirt container, allowing dirt/debris
to fall out.
40˚C
40˚C
!
MAX
MAX
Twist the shroud and pull to remove.Hold dirt container over a bin and pull
Lower brushes for
hard oors.
Using your tools
Choose an accessory and push onto the
telescopic extension tube or hose.
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Slide vent cover on hose grip open
to reduce suction if required.
The TurboTool connector must be tted
on the hose when using the TurboTool
(some models only).
Brushes on the oorhead should
be visible when using on hard oors.
Tap the shroud over a bin to remove
any dirt/debris.
Rinse the shroud under water
(Max 40°C) Leave to dry for 24 hours
or until fully dry before placing back in
the machine.
Don’t over ll the dirt container
to avoid blocking the air ow
through the vacuum cleaner.
TIP
Taking care of your machine Taking care of your machine
Cleaning the pre-motor lter
Press dirt container release button
and lift to remove.
!
40˚C
40˚C
MAX
MAX
Remove the pre-motor lter.
Separate the frame and foam.
24hr
Tap the lter frame and foam over
a bin to remove any dirt/debris.
IMPORTANT: The exhaust lter is designed to oer 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.
Post-motor lter maintenance
Squeeze the lter cover clips together
and pull to remove.
Push tab pull to remove the
post-motor lter.
Check the post-motor lter
for discolouration.
Storing your vacuum cleaner
Rinse both the frame and foam under
water (Max 40°C).
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Leave to dry for 24 hours or until
fully dry before placing back in
the machine.
Clean the pre-motor lter every time the
dirt container is emptied and replace the
post-motor lter every 12 months.
Press cord rewind button to retract
cord into vacuum cleaner.
Place oorhead into parking slot
on the back of vacuum cleaner for
storage and carrying.
TIP
Let’s talk technical Accessories
Tabs
2
4
1
2
2
IMPORTANT: Remove accessory from hose or telescopic extension tube before performing maintenance or trouble
shooting checks.
Removing blockages from the TurboTool*
1
Slide the locking ring
to remove.
*Not applicable for all models.
2
Lift and separate
the housing.
3
Using a pair of scissors,
remove any threads
or hair caught around
the brushbar.
4
Line up the tabs on front of
housing and push together
to ret. Slide locking ring
into groove to secure.
Removing a blockage from the hose
Remove the hose from the vacuum
cleaner and telescopic extension tube.
Remove any blockage by inserting
wire coat hanger in to hose.
TIP
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 4)
1-1-134340-00
Use the TurboTool for vacuuming your stairs, upholstery
and car interiors. It’s great for picking up stubborn pet hair.
Fur ‘n’ Flu Tool
1-1-131392-00
Specically designed to remove extra stubborn pet
hair from upholstery, furniture and carpets.
To test for a blockage in hose, drop
a small ball of paper into the hose.
The paper will drop through if the
hose is clear.
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What to do if it goes wrong Getting in touch
Is there an accessory
missing?
Why won’t the vacuum
cleaner pick up?
SolutionProblem
• Check the ‘This pack contains’ panel on the box to make sure
the part is included with your vacuum cleaner.
• The dirt container may not be correctly tted, remove the dirt container
from the vacuum cleaner and check pre-motor lter and dirt container
are assembled correctly, ret ensuring it’s locked into place. Go to
‘Taking care of your machine’.
• The lter may be clogged, clean the lter. Go to ‘Taking care of your
machine’.
• The dirt container may be blocked, empty the dirt container. Go to
‘Taking care of your machine’.
• There may be a blockage in the hose/tube. Disconnect from the vacuum
cleaner and carefully remove any blockages. Go to ‘Let’s talk technical’.
• The plug may not be fully pushed into the electrical socket.
• Check the fuse in the plug if this needs replacing, always replace with
Why does my vacuum
cleaner have no power?
a 5amp fuse.
• The motor thermostat may have tripped. If this has happened, unplug
the vacuum cleaner. Remove and empty the dirt container and check
the hose for blockages. Clean the lters and allow the vacuum cleaner
to cool for approximately 1 hour (if you have washed the lters you will
need to wait 24 hours for the lters to fully dry before putting them back
into the vacuum cleaner).
• The lters may be clogged, clean the lter.
Go to ‘Taking care of your machine’.
Why is dust escaping
from the vacuum?
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of personal injury, unplug the vacuum cleaner before performing maintenance
/troubleshooting checks.
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* 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.
@VaxUK
Vax Ltd., 5th Floor 2 Colmore Square, 38 Colmore Circus, Queensway, Birmingham, B4 6BN, UK
email: info@vax.co.uk website: vax.co.uk
EEC Statement of Compliance: Manufacturer/EEC importer: Vax Limited, hereby on our own responsibility,
declare that the C85-ID-(Be/Pe) 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.
© 2014 All rights reserved. VAX®, VAX Lozenge, are trade marks or registered trade marks of Techtronic Floor Care Technology Ltd.
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