
Let’s talk safety
Basic safety precautions
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.
• This vacuum cleaner can be used
by children aged from 8 years and
above and persons with reduced
physical, sensory or mental
Don’ts
8 Don’t use the 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:
0844 4128 455 (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.
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.
• Only Vax recommended tools and
accessories should be used with this
vacuum cleaner.
Please keep instructions
for further use.
8 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.
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.
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 the vacuum cleaner.
3 Turn o all controls on the vacuum
cleaner before disconnecting or
connecting the power cord.
3 Always make sure the lters are in
place before use.
3 Always switch o the vacuum
cleaner before disconnecting
or connecting the hose and
accessories.
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 13amp fuse. Always
protect the power cable from heated
surfaces and open ames.
Don’ts
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 Take extra care when positioning
and using the vacuum cleaner
on the stairs.
3 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.
3 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.

Contents
Performance 10
Thank you for buying this Performance 10.
Taking care of your carpets
The Performance 10 is designed to make vacuuming carpets regularly, as eective and ecient
as possible and this user guide will help you get the most out of your machine.
Maintaining your carpets will ensure they keep their appearance for longer. You’ve chosen carpets
for your home for a reason and Vax will help you take good care of them.
Taking care of your Performance 10
Also inside this guide are instructions on maintaining your new machine, so that it’s always ready
when you are to tackle your carpets.
Let’s talk safety
Getting to know your machine
Getting started
Using your machine
Taking care of your machine
Let’s talk technical
What to do if it goes wrong
Getting in touch
Included with
your machine
Hose and handle
Telescopic extension tube
Combination oor head
Pre-motor lter
3-in-1 tool
Performance 10 Pet
Post-motor lter
*
Tool connector
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) 0844 412 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., Kingswood Road, Hampton Lovett, Droitwich, Worcestershire, WR9 0QH, UK
Let us know what you think @VaxUK
Accessories
Notes
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. Variable Power set to Maximum.
6. Floor heads/tools set to Carpet Mode for carpet cleaning.
7. Mechanical Agitation turned ON for carpet cleaning.
8. Floor heads/tools set to Hard Floor Mode for hard oor cleaning.
9. Mechanical Agitation turned OFF for hard oor cleaning.
TurboTool
Performance 10
Total Home
Flexi
TurboTool
Up top tool
* Some parts may vary according to model.
Please check inside of box for more details.
crevice tool
Stretch
hose