REFRESHES CARPETS
AND IS PERFECT FOR
HOMES WITH PETS
ECR2V1P
LET’S GET STARTED.
DualPower
PET ADVANCE
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 carpet washer is NOT to be used by children under eight years
or persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, unless
• 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 6:30pm, 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/solution 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.
they have been given instructions on how to use the machine or are supervised
during use.
• 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 recommended tools and solutions should be used with this carpet washer.
Using other solutions may invalidate the guarantee.
• 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 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 British 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.
• Take extra care when cleaning on the stairs.
• 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.
• 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.
PLEASE KEEP INSTRUCTIONS FOR FURTHER USE.
Thank you for buying this Dual Power Pet Advance.
Taking care of your carpets
The Dual Power Pet Advance is designed to make washing 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 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 Pet Advance
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 us know what you think @VaxUK
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
Contents
Included with
your machine
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
Dual Power Pet Advance
Reach hose
250ml Ultra+
Pet solution
250ml Pre-treatment
solution
Pre-treatment wand
Wash tool
Accessory bag
Getting to know your machine
Name Dual Power Pet Advance
Code ECR2V1P
Part number 1-1-137522
Voltage 220-240V~50Hz
Wattage 800w
Cord length 8m
Weight 6.4kg
Technical Specication
Subject to technical change without notice.
On/o pedal
Power cable
Solution trigger (hidden)
Carry handle
Handle
Clean water tank
Clean water tank release
Dirty water tank release
Dirty water tank
Dual rotating
brushbars
Cord storage hooks
Handle release
pedal
Wheels
Cord storage hooks
Hose connector
Solution and Pre
Treatment wand port
Dirty water tank clips
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.
• 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 starting and during use.
To secure the upper handle screw and tighten
with a cross/at head screwdriver.
Stand base in upright
position and lower the
top section until it clicks
securely connecting on
to the base.
Slide handle down
onto unit until it clicks
securely.
Assemble the two lower handle screws and tighten
with a cross/at head screwdriver.
Assembling your carpet washer
TIP
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 nishes from staining
your carpet. Pin up furniture
skirts and curtains.
Using your machine
TIP
Carpets should be dry vacuumed
thoroughly before washing.
Operating your carpet washer
Remove the 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) into
clean water tank. NOTE:
Measuring jug is not included.
40C
Max
Tighten cap before
returning tank to unit.
Unwrap power cord
and plug unit in.
Mix solution with warm
water (40°C Max). Fill
the clean water tank with
solution mix.
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.
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.
NOTE: If the solution/clean
water doesn’t dispense, the
clean water tank valve may
be stuck. Hold the clean
water tank over the sink and
press the valve underneath
to release.
Using your machine
40C
Max
Fill the 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 pre-treatment wand
Turn the machine on.
Plug the pre-treatment
wand into the solution port.
Spray evenly onto
desired areas.
NOTE: Pre-treating your carpet before washing will help to remove stubborn stains. Leave pre-treatment solution to
work for 10-15 minutes. Before setting the machine to wash, ensure the clean water tank is rinsed thoroughly of pretreatment solution.
On rst use keep the button pressed down until solution is released.
Using the wash tool
Press trigger to
release solution.
Release the solution
trigger and pull wash tool
backwards over treated
area to pick up spills.
NOTE: The clean water tank will need to be lled with solution and water before use.
TIP
For best results apply solution
on the forward stroke and
release the trigger to recover
on the backward stroke.
Using your machine
Remove the reach
hose from the
accessory bag.
Plug the solution tube,
from the reach hose, into
the solution port.
Plug the reach hose
into the front of the
cleaner.
Turn the machine on.
Taking care of your machine
TIP
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.
Always switch o and unplug the
carpet washer from the electrical
outlet before assembling, 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
NOTE: Rinse out tank with clean water and leave to air dry before storing your machine.
Remove dirty water tank.
Lift dirty water tank clips up and outward to release.
Remove dirty water tank
lid. Empty dirty water over
the sink. Rinse dirty water
tank and lid under water
to remove debris.
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.
Let’s talk technical
Removing blockages from the brushbar
Replacing the belt or brushbars
Threads caught in the
brushbar can be cut out
with scissors.
CAUTION: Do not open the motor cover.
Turn machine on its side
and use a crosshead
screwdriver to remove
the eight screws.
Remove the two part 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 the two part
belt cover and secure by
replacing all screws.
To reduce the risk of electric
shock, turn the machine o and
unplug from electrical socket
before performing maintenance/
troubleshooting checks.
CAUTION
Accessories
Ultra+ Pet Carpet Cleaning Solution (1.5L)
1-9-132707
Our best ever deep cleaning performance on carpets
and upholstery. Ultra+ Pet Carpet Cleaning Solution
tackles stubborn spots and stains and removes
unpleasant pet odours too.
Don’t forget your accessories!
Order at: www.vax.co.uk/spares-and-solutions
Pre Treatment Trigger Spray (500ml)
1-9-131929
Ideal for use on carpets and upholstery. Use this spray before
washing your carpets to loosen stubborn stains and embedded
dirt. It is perfect for those high trac areas, removing dirty foot
prints and muddy paw prints.
Post Treatment Trigger Spray (500ml)
1-9-131930
Ideal for use on carpets and upholstery. Use this spray
after washing your carpets to protect your carpets. It
contains an anti-resoil agent to protect carpet bres and
keep them cleaner for longer after cleaning.
• The plug may not be fully pushed into the electrical socket.
• Check the fuse in the plug if this needs replacing, as always
replace with a 13amp fuse.
• Make sure the clean water tank is tted securely.
• The clean water tank valve may be stuck. Go to ‘Operating your carpet washer’.
• 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 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
Warning: 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.
What to do if it goes wrong
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?
†
Getting in touch
†
Registration required. Terms and conditions apply, see vax.co.uk for details.
* Calls are charged at the UK local rate. Please make a note of the serial number and model number of the product before calling.
GET IN TOUCH
0330 026 8455 VaxVacuumsinfo@vax.co.uk vax.co.uk @VaxUK
EEC Statement of Compliance: Manufacturer/EEC importer: Vax Limited, hereby on our own responsibility, declare that the
ECR2V1P 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.
© 2015 Vax Limited. All rights reserved. The VAX trade mark and Vax lozenge is the property of Techtronic Floor Care
Technology Ltd and is registered in the EU and may be pending or registered in other countries.
Loading...