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W86-DP-A
Let’s talk safety
Basic
safety
precautions
Don’ts
Do’s
• This carpet washer is intended for household use only and
NOT for commercial or industrial use.
• Only use the carpet washer indoors and keep the area you’re
cleaning well lit.
• Keep ngers, hair and loose clothing from moving parts and
openings whilst using the carpet washer.
• 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
• Don’t leave the carpet washer plugged in when unattended.
• Don’t use this carpet washer if it has been dropped,
damaged or left outdoors.
• Don’t run over the power cord or use carpet washer if the
power cord or plug is damaged. Please contact our Customer
Care Line on: 0330 026 8455 (Mon-Fri 8:30am to 6:00pm,
Sat 9:00am to 5:00pm).
• Don’t use your carpet washer to pick up any ammable or
combustible materials (lighter uid, petrol, kerosene etc.) or use
the carpet washer in an area with explosive vapours or liquid.
• Don’t handle the plug or use the carpet washer with wet hands.
• Don’t carry the carpet washer while it’s switched on.
• Check with the manufacturer of your ooring prior to using
the carpet washer.
• The clean water tank should only be lled with warm water
(max 40’C). Filling the clean water tank with hot or boiling water
may damage your machine and invalidate your guarantee.
• Store your carpet washer in a cool, dry area. Before storing
your carpet washer please ensure all water/solutions tanks
and lters are thoroughly clean and dry.
• Always vacuum your carpets thoroughly before using your
carpet washer.
• Always unplug the carpet washer before carrying out any
maintenance and before connecting or disconnecting the
hose/accessories.
• Turn o all controls on the carpet washer before disconnecting
or connecting the power cord, after use always wrap the
power cord around the cord clips provided.
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.
• Any cleaning or maintenance of your carpet washer should not be made by
children without supervision and ensure they don’t play with the carpet washer.
• Before using your carpet washer test your carpets/rugs/upholstery for
colourfastness and pile distortion.
• Only Vax recommend tools and solution should be used with this carpet
washer. Using other solutions may invalidate the guarantee.
Please keep instructions for further use and use only as instructed in this guide.
• Don’t pull or carry this carpet washer 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 carpet washer
by pulling on the power cord.
• Don’t use your carpet washer to pick 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 your carpet washer.
• Don’t over saturate your carpet.
• Don’t use the carpet washer with incorrect voltage as this may result in
damage or injury to the user. The correct voltage is listed on the ratings label.
• Always replace the fuse in the plug with a 13amp fuse. Always protect the
power cable from heated surfaces or near open ames.
• Always keep the power cord away from the brushes whilst using your
carpet washer.
• 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.
• Take extra care when cleaning on the stairs.
• Always use the carpet washer with all water/solution tanks and lters in place.
• Keep all openings clear and free from debris as this may aect the
airow/suction.
• Always use the carpet washer in an upright position. To prevent motor
damage from dirty water, never hold the carpet washer upside down or
lay on its side.
Thank you for buying this Dual Power.
Taking care of your carpets
The Dual Power is designed to make washing carpets regularly, as e ective and effi cient
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 and smell fresh
and clean. You’ve chosen carpets for your home for a reason and Vax will help you take good
care of them.
Taking care of your Dual Power
Also inside this guide are instructions on maintaining your new machine, so that it’s always
ready when you are to tackle your carpets.
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, 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
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
Vax Ultra+
Pet Solution
Dual Power
Included with
your machine
On/O pedal
Power cable
Name Dual Power
Code W86-DP-A
Part Number 1-1-135542-00
Voltage 220-240V ~50-60Hz
Wattage 800W
Cord length 8m
Weight 6kg
Technical Specifi cation
Subject to technical change without notice.
Solution trigger (hidden)
Carry handle
Handle
Clean water tank
Clean water tank release button
Dirty water tank handle
Dirty water tank
Dual rotating
brushbars
Cord storage hooks
Handle release
pedal
Wheels
Cord storage hooks
Accessories & Consumables
*To purchase consumables and accessories, please visit vax.co.uk
Belt Kit (Type 19)*
1-1-133460-00
Ultra+ Pet*
1-9-132707-00
Getting to know your machine
Stand base in
upright position and
lower top section to
connect onto base.
Slide handle down
onto unit.
Assemble the two lower handle screws and tighten
with a cross/ at head screwdriver.
Assembling your carpet washer
Assemble the upper handle screw and tighten
with a cross/ at head screwdriver.
PLEASE READ ‘LET’S TALK SAFETY’ AT THE BEGINNING BEFORE USE
Getting started
Before you begin cleaning
• IMPORTANT: Carpets should be dry vacuumed thoroughly
before washing.
• Test for colourfastness – Wet a white absorbent cloth with the
solution. In a small hidden area of your carpet/rugs/upholstery
gently rub with the dampened cloth. Wait ten minutes and check
for colour removal or bleed with white paper towel or cloth. If your
carpet has more than one colour, check all colours.
• Test your carpet/rugs/upholstery – Run the carpet washer over
a small hidden area. If no pile distortion occurs continue cleaning.
• Don’t over saturate your carpets.
• When using the carpet washer, basic safety precautions should
always be observed.
• IMPORTANT: Only use Vax carpet solution. Using other solutions
may cause excess foaming and may invalidate your warranty.
• IMPORTANT: The clean water tank should only be lled with
warm water (max 40°C). Filling the clean water tank with
hot/boiling water may damage your machine and invalidate
your warranty.
• CAUTION: This is a powerful carpet washer, before plugging
in make sure all controls are turned o also hold carpet washer
rmly when staring and during use.
When cleaning an entire room, move
furniture out of the area to be cleaned.
If the furniture is too heavy to move,
place aluminium foil or wax paper
under legs. This will prevent wood
fi nishes from staining your carpet.
Pin up furniture skirts and curtains.
Your dirty water tank is tted with a oat. When the dirty water tank is full or the oorhead is not in contact with the
carpet the oat will shut o the suction at the oor nozzle. You will be able to hear if this has happened as the motor
noise on the unit will increase. Once the oat is activated, empty the dirty water tank if full. If the dirty water tank is
not full then turn o your machine at the power switch and wait for the oat to settle.
Remove clean water tank. Unscrew the clean water
tank cap from the top of
the clean water tank.
Pour required dose of
carpet cleaning solution
(approx. 40ml per 1.0L of
water) and pour into tank.
Operating your carpet washer
Using your machine
TIP
Turn the machine on. Recline the machine. Press trigger to
release solution.
For best results apply
solution on the forward
stroke and release the
trigger to recover solution
on the backward stroke.
40C
Max
Fill clean water tank
with solution mix.
Tighten cap before
returning tank to unit.
Unwrap power cord
and plug unit in.
Mix solution with
warm water
(40°C Max).
Operating your carpet washer
Turn the machine on.
Carpets should be dry vacuumed
thoroughly before washing.
Using your machine
TIP
Always switch off and unplug the
carpet washer from the electrical
outlet before assembling, fi lling
and emptying the clean water
tank, emptying the dirty water
tank, or before connecting /
disconnecting the attachments.
CAUTION
Emptying and cleaning the dirty water tank
For large spills use the carpet washer
Turn the machine on. Recline the machine. For best results use
straight parallel strokes.
Press dirty water tank
release latch, pull to remove.
Lift dirty water tank clips up and outward to release.
IMPORTANT: Be sure to remove any debris that has accumulated in the screen above the oat. If the screen
becomes clogged, this may reduce the performance of your cleaner.
All solution must be emptied from tanks when storing the machine.
NOTE: Rinse out tank with clean water and leave to air dry before storing your machine.
Taking care of your machine
Lift to remove dirty water
tank lid. Empty dirty water
over the sink. Rinse dirty
water tank and lid under
water to remove debris.
Clean the lter screen
located at the back of
the dirty water tank.
Allow tank to dry, and
to re- t, tilt dirty water
tank and line up to carpet
washer. Push back until
it clicks into place.
Taking care of your machine
Storage
Empty and rinse out clean and dirty water tanks and leave to air dry before replacing.
Do not leave solution stored in the tanks between uses.
During normal use of cleaning, debris
may accumulate inside the dirty
water tank. In order to keep your unit
functioning properly and to prevent any
odours building up, it is best to rinse
out your dirty water tank with fresh
water after each use.
TIP
To reduce the risk of
electric shock, turn the
machine off and unplug
from electrical socket before
performing maintenance/
troubleshooting checks.
CAUTION
Removing blockages from the brushbar
Replacing the belt or brushbars
Threads caught in the
brushbar can be cut.
CAUTION: Do not open the motor cover.
Use a crosshead
screwdriver to remove
the seven screws.
Remove belt cover from unit.
NOTE: Wheel is intended to
be removed with belt cover.
Pull both brushbars
towards user to remove
from unit.
Remove and dispose
of old belt.
To replace belt, slip the
brushbars through the
belt. NOTE: Place belt on
rounded areas of
brushbars without bristles.
With the belt in place, pull
and slide the brushbars
into the unit, making sure
the brushbar end caps are
in the correct position.
Place new belt on motor shaft. Replace belt cover
and secure by replacing all screws.
Let’s talk technical
Don’t forget your accessories!
Order at: www.vax.co.uk/spares-and-solutions
Accessories
Ultra+ Pet Carpet Cleaning Solution (1.5l)
1-9-132707-00
Ultra+ Pet Carpet Cleaning Solution tackles stubborn spots
and stains and removes unpleasant pet odours too. It’s
specially formulated to leave no sticky residue, so your
carpets stay fresher for longer.
Ultra+ Allergen (1.5l)
1-9-133262-00
Ultra+ Allergen tackles stubborn spots and stains, but also
removes deep down dirt and allergens in your carpet.
Formulated to leave no sticky residue, so your carpets stay
fresher for longer. Ultra+ Allergen carpet cleaning solution
is approved by the British Allergy Foundation.
Ultra+ Sanitise (1.5l)
1-9-133261-00
Ultra+ Sanitise tackles stubborn spots and stains and
removes embedded dust and dirt from carpet pile. Ultra+
Sanitise is formulated to leave no sticky residue, so your
carpets stay fresher for longer.
Ultra+ Carpet Cleaning Solution (1.5l)
1-9-132706-00
Ultra+ Carpet Cleaning Solution tackles stubborn spots and
stains and removes unpleasant odours too. It’s specially
formulated to leave no sticky residue, so your carpets stay
fresher for longer.
Ultra+ Refresh & Revitalise (1.5l)
1-9-133260-00
Ultra+ Refresh and Revitalise tackles stubborn spots and
stains. It’s Oxy-Lift Action Technology brings your carpets
back to life and restores carpet pile. Formulated to leave
no sticky residue, so your carpets stay fresher for longer.
Safe to use on wool carpets - Woolsafe approved.
CAUTION: Always switch o and unplug the carpet washer from the electrical outlet before assembling, lling and
emptying the clean water tank, emptying the dirt water tank, or before connecting/disconnecting the attachments.
IMPORTANT: Carpets should be dry vacuumed thoroughly before washing.
CAUTION: The carpet washer is a very powerful unit. Before plugging the cord into the electrical outlet, make sure
all controls on the unit are turned o . Hold the carpet washer rmly when starting and in use.
IMPORTANT: The motor is equipped with a thermal cut-out. If for any reason the unit should overheat, the
thermostat will automatically turn the unit o . Should this occur, unplug the carpet washer from the electrical outlet
and turn o the switch. Check the hose for blockages.
Clean the lters. Allow the unit to cool for approximately one hour. To re-start the machine, plug it into an electrical
outlet and switch it back on.
• The plug may not be fully pushed into the electrical socket.
• Check the fuse in the plug if this needs replacing, always replace with a 13amp fuse.
• Make sure the clean water tank is tted securely.
• The clean water tank valve may be stuck, hold the clean water tank over the sink
and press the valve underneath to release.
• Check the power brushes for blockages and clear.
• Check the belt. Go to ‘Replacing the belt or brushbars’.
• The oat in the dirty water tank may have been activated. Empty the dirty water
tank wait for the oat to settle before re-starting your carpet washer.
• Check the dual spin power brushes for blockages and clear.
• The dirty water tank may not be tted correctly, also make sure the lid is
pushed down securely.
• Check the nozzle for blockages and clear.
SolutionProblem
Why won’t my carpet
washer turn on?
Why won’t the solution/
clean water dispense?
Why won’t my carpet
washer pick up?
Why won’t the
brushes spin?
What to do if it goes wrong
* Calls are charged at the UK local rate. Please make a note of the serial number and model number of the product before calling.
Getting in touch
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 Dual Power W86-DP-A 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.
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