Vax DUPLEX VX14 User Manual

Cordless Sweeper

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User Guide

Vax Careline: AU: 1300 361 505

NZ: 0800 800 900

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General Safety Information

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NZ: 0800 800 900

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MAIN FEATURES

1 Three-position slide switch

- Position ‘0’: switched o

- Position ‘I’: for hard oors

- Position ‘II’: for carpets
2* Eyelet for hanging up (optional*)
3 Handle
4 Handle
5 Battery pack
6 Battery pack release latches
7 Operating manual
8 Mains adapter
9 Power supply unit
10 Plug

*included in the scope of delivery depending
on model and features

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Machine Overview

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FLOORHEAD FEATURES

1 Charging indicator light
2 Battery compartment
3 Brush base
4 Dust container release button
5 Dust container
6 Rear brush roller
7 V-belt cover
8 Narrow, front brush roller
9 Wide, front brush roller

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General Safety Information

THIS PRODUCT IS INTENDED FOR HOUSEHOLD USE
ONLY. IF USED COMMERCIALLY WARRANTY IS VOID.

When using the Sweeper, basic safety precautions should always be
observed, including the following:

1. Only use the Sweeper indoors on dry surfaces.

2. Turn off the Sweeper controls before disconnecting
or connecting from the battery.

3. Always unplug the Sweeper from the charger base before
connecting or disconnecting the vacuum accessories.

4. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play
with the appliance.

5. This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including
children) 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 by a person responsible for their safety.

6. Use only as described in this manual. Use only Vax
recommended attachments.

7. Do not use the Sweeper if it has been dropped, damaged,
left outdoors or dropped into water. Do not use the Sweeper
charger with a damaged cord or plug. If the supply cord is
damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service
agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.

8. Do not pull or carry charger by cord. Do not use the cord
as a handle, close a door on the cord or pull cord around sharp
edges or corners. Do not run the Sweeper over the cord. Keep
the cord away from heated surfaces.

9. Do not handle the plug or Sweeper with wet hands. Do not use
outdoors or on wet surfaces.

10. Do not put any objects into openings. Do not use with any
openings blocked and do not restrict airflow. Keep all openings
free of dust, lint, hair or anything that might reduce airflow.

11. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers and all parts of the body away
from openings and moving parts.

12. Do not pick up hot ash, coals, cigarette butts, matches or any
hot, smoking or burning objects.

13. Do not pick up flammable or combustible materials (lighter
fluid, petrol, kerosene etc.) or use in the presence of explosive
liquids or vapours.

14. Do not vacuum harmful or toxic material (chlorine, bleach,
ammonia, drain cleaner etc.).

15. Do not vacuum hard or sharp objects such as glass, nails,
screws, coins, concrete or plaster dust.

16. Do not vacuum plaster dust, concrete dust or any other
building or vitreous materials.

17. Do not vacuum flour, baking soda or any other powder-based
carpet deodoriser.

18. Take extra care when vacuuming on stairs.

19. Keep vacuuming area well lit.

20. Store the vacuum cleaner in a cool, dry area.

21. Turn off the on/off switch before unplugging the Sweeper from
the charger base.

WARNING: Always switch off and unplug the vacuum
cleaner from the battery charger before assembling, opening
or emptying the dirt container, or before connecting/
disconnecting the attachments.

WARNING: Do not recharge non-rechargable batteries.

WARNING: Indoor Use Only.

CAUTION: This appliance is a very powerful unit. Before

plugging in the battery charger make sure the switch is in the
‘off’ position. Hold the Sweeper firmly when starting and in
use.

IMPORTANT: If the inlet OR floor head is blocked, switch off
the Sweeper and remove the blockage(s) before re-starting
the Sweeper.

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General Safety Information

About the batteries

• Wrong handling of the batteries can cause injury
and explosion.

• Only use the power supply unit supplied with the appliance to
charge the battery pack.

• Never charge the battery pack with another power supply unit.
Use the power supply unit supplied solely to charge the battery
pack of this appliance.

• Before removing the battery pack, ensure that the power supply
unit has been removed from the socket.

• Never take the battery pack apart and never expose it to high
temperatures. If not handled correctly, liquid could escape from
the battery pack. Avoid any contact with the fluid.

• If the battery pack needs replacing, contact the Vax Service Line on
AU: 1300 361 505 / NZ: 0800 800 900. Do not replace the battery
pack with other batteries.

• Only insert the battery pack supplied or an original battery pack
that you have subsequently ordered into the appliance. Use this
battery pack for this appliance only.

• Do not try to open the battery pack. If the batteries inside the
battery pack have reached the end of their life, then the entire
battery pack must always be replaced.

About the brush rollers

• The sweeper has driven brush rollers. In unfavourable
circumstances they could cause injury. So please observe the
following in particular:

• Ensure that the appliance is switched off, the power supply unit
is not connected and the battery pack has been removed before
beginning to clean or maintain the appliance.

• Ensure that parts of your body can never get under the
brush rollers.

• Do not brush close to cables, pipes and long fringes. The cable
insulation could get damaged. Or these objects could get caught
in the brush rollers and damage the appliance.

This machine is intended for household use only, and NOT
for commercial or industrial use.

PLEASE KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FURTHER USE.

DAMAGE TO THE SWEEPER CAUSED AS A DIRECT RESULT
OF NOT ADHERING TO THE GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION
AND THE INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS USER GUIDE INVALIDATES
THE WARRANTY.

PLEASE KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE
REFERENCE.