User Guide
Performance is everything.
C86-MA Series
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 — Removing Blockages
FAQs
Other Information
Guarantee
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Hose connector
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Dirt container
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Cyclone separator and shroud
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Carry handle
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Dirt container release button
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Cord rewind button (hidden)
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Floor head parking slot
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On/o button
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Post-motor lter cover
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Primary separator
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H12 HEPA post-motor lter
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Anti-bacterial H12 HEPA
post-motor lter
(some models only)
Pre-motor lter
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Turbo Brush
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(some models only)
Combination oor head
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(some models only)
Telescopic extension tube
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Flexi crevice tool
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Dusting brush
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Flexible hose and handle
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Hard oor tool
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(some models only)
TurboTool (some models only)
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Stretch hose
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(some models only)
Upholstery tool
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TurboTool connector
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(some models only)
Machine Overview
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NOTE: Some parts may vary according to model. Please check inside ap of box for more details.
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General Safety Information
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. Do not leave the vacuum cleaner unattended when plugged in. Unplug the appliance from the socket when
not in use.
2. Only use the vacuum cleaner indoors on dry surfaces.
3. Turn o the on/o switch on the vacuum cleaner controls before disconnecting or connecting from the
mains supply.
4. Always unplug the vacuum cleaner before connecting or disconnecting the vacuum hose and accessories.
5. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
6. 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.
7. Cleaning and maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.
8. The appliance should only be used as described in the quick start guide or in the full online user guide.
9. Only Vax recommended attachments should be used with this appliance.
10. 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 a Vax authorised Service Agent or a suitably qualied person for examination, repair or adjustment.
11. 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.
12. Do not handle the plug or the vacuum cleaner with wet hands.
13. Keep hair, loose clothing, ngers and all parts of the body away from openings and moving parts.
14. Do not pick up any hot coals, cigarette butts, matches or any hot, smoking or burning objects.
15. Do not vacuum up hard or sharp objects such as glass, nails, screws, coins, etc. without ALL of the lters in place.
16. Do not vacuum up harmful or toxic material (chlorine, bleach, ammonia, drain cleaner etc.)
17. Do not vacuum up hard or sharp objects such as glass, nails, screws, coins etc.
18. Store the vacuum cleaner in a cool, dry area.
19. 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.
20. 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.
21. Do not use without all of the lters in place.
22. Take extra care when vacuuming on the stairs.
23. Please ensure that the brushbar is turned o when you are vacuuming on the stairs.
24. Keep vacuuming area well lit.
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