Vax Essentials VEU-01, Essentials VEU-02 Instruction Manual

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Please read carefully before using this cleaner.

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Vax model number:

VEU-01
VEU-02

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1 Handle
2 TurboTool (VEU-02 only)
3 Dirt container lid
4 Dirt Container
5 Extension tube
6 Dirt container release button
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8 Carpet height adjuster
9

Wheel
10 Filter
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Vacuum head

12 Dusting Brush
13 Hose
14 Power Cord
15 Handle release pedal
16 Upper cord wrap with quick release
17 Hose connector
18 On/ o

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1. Diagram

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user guide

safety information

2. Safety Information

FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.

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

1. Only use the vacuum cleaner indoors on dry surfaces.

2. Turn off the vacuum cleaner controls before

connecting to or disconnecting from the mains

supply.

3. Always unplug the vacuum cleaner before connecting or

disconnecting the vacuum hose.

4. Use only as described in this manual. Use only the

manufacturer’s recommended attachments.

5. Close attention is necessary when used by or near

children. Do not allow children to use as a toy.

6. Do not use the vacuum cleaner with a damaged cord

or plug. Do not use the vacuum cleaner if it has been

dropped, damaged, left outdoors or dropped into

water. Return the vacuum cleaner to a Vax

Authorised Service Agent or suitably qualified person

for examination, repair or adjustment.

7. Do not pull or carry 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.

8. Do not handle the plug or vacuum cleaner with wet

hands. Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.

9. Do not put any objects into openings. Do not use

with any openings blocked and do not restrict air

flow. Keep all openings free of dust, lint, hair or

anything that may reduce airflow.

10. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers and all parts of the

body away from openings and moving parts.

11. Do not pick up hot coals, cigarette butts, matches or

any hot, smoking or burning objects.

12. Do not pick up flammable or combustible materials

(lighter fluid, petrol, kerosene, etc) or use in the

presence of explosive liquids or vapours.

13. Do not vacuum up harmful or toxic material

(chlorine bleach, ammonia, drain cleaner, etc).

14. Do not vacuum up hard or sharp objects such as glass,

nails, screws, coins, etc.

15. Do not use without the filters in place.

16. Use extra care when vacuuming on stairs.

17. Keep vacuuming area well lit.

18. Store the vacuum cleaner indoors in a cool,

dry ar

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19. Turn off the switch before unplugging.

20. Use only CE-approved 13 amp extension cords. Non-

approved extension cords may overheat. Care should
be taken to arrange the cord so that the cord cannot
be pulled or tripped over.

21. This appliance is not for use by persons (including

children) with reduced mental, physical or sensory
capabilities, or lack of experience or knowlegde,
unless they have been given supervision or
instruction concerning use of the appliance by a
person responsable for their saftey

WARNING: Always switch off and unplug the

vacuum cleaner from the electrical outlet before
assembling, opening or emptying the dirt container, or
before connecting/disconnecting the attachments.

CAUTION: The vacuum cleaner is a very powerful

unit. Before plugging the cord into the outlet make
sure the switch is in the ‘off’ position. Hold the vacuum
cleaner firmly when starting and in use.

IMPORTANT: If the vacuum inlet or hose is blocked,

switch off the vacuum cleaner and remove the
blockage(s) before re-starting the vacuum cleaner.

IMPORTANT: Cleaning filters improves vacuum

performance. Make sure all filters are replaced back
into the vacuum cleaner before using.

IMPORTANT: The motor is equipped with a thermal

cut-out. If, for any reason, the vacuum cleaner
should over-heat, the thermostat will automatically
turn the unit off. Should this occur, unplug the
vacuum cleaner from the electrical outlet and turn off the
switch. Remove the dirt container and empty.
Clean the filters. Allow the cleaner to cool for
approximately one (1) hour. To re-start, plug into the
electrical outlet and switch back on.

This vacuum cleaner is intended for household use only
and not for commercial or industrial use.

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use and function

3. Use and Function

Slide the handle onto the top of the main body of the
vacuum.
Insert double pronged hole cover into front screw holes
(located behind the carry handle.
Secure in place using the two long Phillips head screws
provided.
Assembly of the Hose: Screw in appropriate end of the
hose into the hold in between the cord holders. Feed hose
through the base holding point, clip into side clip, loop over
top holding point (see Fig.3/1) and feed into hose
connector (see Fig.3/2).

C

ord storage: To neatly store the power cord, wrap

around the two cord holders and then using the clip (found
just below the plug head) attach to the cord itself.
To turn on the vacuum press the on/off switch located
midway up on the right hand side. Pressing this switch
again turns off the cleaner.
To adjust the angle of the main body push the release
pedal on the lower left side of the cleaner. This then frees
the movement of the unit for greater mobility (Fig.3/3).

To adjust the brush bar for improved cleaning on varying
surfaces, turn the carpet height adjuster to the
appropriate position. This is found on the base of the unit,
in the centre, above the brush bar window.

IMPORTANT: When using the tools and the cleaner

is in the upright position, the adjuster must be set
to the highest position.

WARNING: To avoid injury keep lose clothing, hair,

fingers an all other parts of the body away from the
moving parts (i.e. the brush bar) of the cleaner.

The accessories can be used with or without the
extension tube. To attach, remove the hose from the
machine (see Fig.3/4) and push the desired accessory onto
the end.

Fig.3/1

Fig.3/2

Fig.3/3

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