Vax MACH 1 VZL-6011 Instruction Manual

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Please read carefully before using this cleaner.

Always fully extend the mains cable before use.

Retain for future reference.

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instruction manual

Bagless upright

Vax model number:

VZL-6011

WARNING: This cleaner has a constantly

rotating brush bar which, when left in
contact with lino, parquet and other hard flooring
could potentially cause some damage to the floor
surface.

NOTE: Vax recommends that you raise the height
of the brush bar when using this cleaner on lino and
hard flooring. Vax cannot be held responsible for
damage to these surfaces if the customer fails to
take notice of this recommendation.

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1. Diagram

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parts overview

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1 Handle Grip
2 Handle/Extension Wand
3 Carry Handle
4 Foam Filter (located behind dirt

container)

5 Exhaust Hepa Filter (located

under dirt container)

6 Dirt Container Release Button
7 On/Off Switch
8 Dirt Container
9 Central Dust Chamber

10 Bin Release Empty Button

(located on back of dirt container)

11 Headlight
12 Carpet Height Adjuster

13 Bumper
14 Hose Guide
15 Upper Cord Wrap with

Quick Cord Release

16 Crevice Tool
17 Lower Cord Wrap
18 Handle Release Pedal
19 Wand Cap
20 Handle/Extension Wand Release

Button

21 Upper Hose
22 Dust Brush / Upholstery Tool
23 Power Cord
24 Lower Hose
25 Wheels

Fig.1/1

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VZL-6011

WARNING: This cleaner has

a constantly rotating brush
bar which, when left in contact
with lino, parquet and other hard
flooring could potentially cause
some damage to the floor surface.

NOTE: Vax recommends that you
raise the height of the brush bar
when using this cleaner on lino
and hard flooring. Vax cannot be
held responsible for damage to
these surfaces if the customer
fails to take notice of this
recommendation.

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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 or disconnecting from the mains supply.

3. Always unplug the vacuum cleaner before
connecting or disconnecting the vacuum hose and
accessories.

4. Close attention is necessary when used by or near
children. Do not allow children to use as
a toy.

5. Use only as described in this manual.
Use only the manufacturer’s recommended
attachments.

6. Do not use the vacuum cleaner if it has been
dropped, damaged, left outdoors or dropped into
water. Do not use the vacuum cleaner with a
damaged cord or plug. If the supply cord or plug is
damaged, 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. Take extra care when vacuuming on stairs.

17. Keep vacuuming area well lit.

18. Store the vacuum cleaner indoors in a cool, dry area.

19. Turn off the on/off switch before unplugging the
vacuum cleaner.

20. Use only CE-approved 13 amp extension cords. Non­approved extension cords may overheat. Care should
be taken to arrange the cord so that the cord cannot
be pulled or tripped over.

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 electrical
outlet, make sure the switch is in the ‘off’ position. Hold
the vacuum cleaner firmly when starting and in use.

IMPORTANT: If the inlet, hose or extension tube is

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

IMPORTANT: Cleaning filters regularly improves

vacuum performance. Make sure all filters are
replaced back into the vacuum cleaner before using. This
vacuum cleaner is intended for household use only and
not for commercial or industrial use.

PLEASE KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR
FURTHER USE.

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Motor Thermostat

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
an electrical outlet and switch back on.

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how to assemble / how to operate

3. How to assemble

Handle Assembly

Slide handle through top of
back panel until it snaps
into place.

Tool Storage

Attach tools: (a) Slide the dust brush into the hole on the
back of the cleaner with bristles facing out. (b) Slide the
crevice tool onto round post on the back of the cleaner
and snap into place (Fig.3/2).

4. How to operate

Cord release

Turn Quick Cord Release for easy cord removal.

Carpet height adjuster

Turn the carpet height adjuster knob to match the
surface being cleaned.

IMPORTANT: For easiest adjustment, place
cleaner in full upright position.

On/Off Switch

Plug cord into electrical outlet. Turn cleaner on by
pressing the on/off switch located on the side of unit.

Handle Release Pedal

To release handle, push the handle release pedal located
on the lower left side of the cleaner.

CAUTION: Brushbar continues to rotate while hose

is removed or in use and at all times while cleaner
is on. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of
body away from brush area while cleaner is on. Cleaner
must be in the upright position to lift the rotating brush
off the carpet when cleaning above the floor.

Fig.3/1

BACK FRONT

Fig.3/2

Fig.4/1

Fig.4/2

ON

OFF

Fig.4/3

Fig.4/4

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b

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Cord Release

Height adjuster

WARNING: This cleaner has a constantly

rotating brush bar which, when left in contact
with lino, parquet and other hard flooring could
potentially cause some damage to the floor surface.

NOTE: Vax recommends that you raise the height of
the brush bar when using this cleaner on lino and hard
flooring. Vax cannot be held responsible for damage to
these surfaces if the customer fails to take notice of
this recommendation.

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how to operate

Floor/Carpet Cleaning

Move the handle and adjust it to the desired position for
(a) storing the upright, (b) operating the cleaner, and (c)
de-press the handle release pedal again to clean under
furniture. NOTE: Brushbar could cause rug fringe area to
become tangled within cleaner. Use caution when
vacuuming throw rugs with fringe.

Above Floor Cleaning

Cleaner must be in its upright position to raise brushbar.
Turn carpet height adjuster to long carpet pile setting.

Press handle/extension wand release button and pull
handle/extension wand up to remove.

Pull hose end out of lower hose and remove the hose
from the hose guide (Fig.4/8).

To change the dusting brush into an upholstery tool,
simply snap off the square plastice ring housing the
bristles. To return to dusting brush for delicate surfaces
(and stowable form) simple push the ring back into place
until you feel a snap

Extension Wand

Lift wand cap to attach hose to handle/extension wand
(Fig.4/9).

Choose any of the handy accessories or use the
extension wand alone (Fig.4/10).

Simply push the attachment
firmly onto the end of the
extension wand. To remove
tool, twist and pull apart
gently.

The TurboTool is ideal for
lifting pet hair off carpets,
stairs and upholstery. The
TurboTool is most effective
when using backward
strokes over the area that
is being cleaned.

Carry Handle

Use the carry handle located
on the top of the dirt
container lid to move the
cleaner from room to room.

a

b

c

Fig.4/5

Fig.4/6

Fig.4/7

Fig.4/8

Fig.4/9

Fig.4/10

Fig.4/11

Fig.4/12

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dirt container and filter

5. Dirt container & filter:
removal & replacement

WARNING: to reduce risk of injury from moving
parts - unplug before servicing.

Press dirt container release button and remove dirt
container from cleaner.

Hold dirt container inside rubbish bin (Fig.5/2) and press
bin release empty button to empty (Fig.5/2). Tap the dirt
container on the inside of rubbish bin to remove excess
dust.

Remove foam filter

Press tab on bottom of foam filter cover and pull to remove.

Clean foam filter

Separate the filter assembly by removing the foam filter
from its plastic housing. Tap the foam filter on the inside
of a rubbish bin to remove excess dust and dirt from filter.

Wash foam filter

Hold foam filter under
running water to wash. Ring
excess water out of filter.
Allow filter to dry for at
least 24 hours before
replacing in filter cartridge.

Replace foam filter

Return foam filter to cleaner and snap into place. Replace
foam filter cover and snap into place to secure (Fig.5/6).

Fig.5/1

Fig.5/2

Fig.5/6

Fig.5/3

Fig.5/4

Fig.5/5

Fig.5

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dirt container and filter

NOTE: The filter housing also needs to be washed
regularly with cold water and dried thoroughly before
replacing and restarting the vacuum cleaner.

Remove exhaust filter

Press tab on side of exhaust cover and lift to remove.

Press tab on exhaust filter and lift filter out of base of
cleaner (Fig.5/7).

Clean exhaust filter

Tap the exhaust filter on the inside of a rubbish bin to
remove excess dust and dirt from filter.

Wash the exhaust filter under cold running water every 9

-12 months. Leave to dry for 24 hours before replacing
in machine.

Replace exhaust filter

Return exhaust filter to base of cleaner and snap into
place.

Replace exhaust filter cover and snap into place to secure.

Replace dirt container

Return dirt container to cleaner. Align slot on bottom of
dirt container with tab on cleaner. Push to snap into place.

*REGULAR MAINTENANCE: Each time the dirt container
is emptied, the foam filter should be checked and when
necessary, cleaned (Filter will be discolored after use, this
will not affect the filter’s performance). Do not brush the
filter. The cleaning instructions may vary depending on
the dirt conditions. In some cases, more or less cleaning
of the filter may be required.

Fig.5/9

Fig.5/10

Fig.5/11

Fig.5/7

Fig.5/8

Fig.5/12

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belt or brushbar

6. Belt or brushbar: removal
and replacement

TOOL REQUIRED: Phillips screwdriver

WARNING: to reduce the risk of injury from moving

parts - unplug cleaner before changing belt or brush.

To remove belt

Lay cleaner flat and flip cleaner to expose nozzle base.
Base should lay flat and face up. To remove nozzle guard,
use Phillips screwdriver to remove the three (3) screws.
Arrows show location of screws.

Flip cleaner right side up. Rotate nozzle guard forward
and lift off.

Lift and remove brushbar. Dispose of old belt.

To replace belt or brushbar

Slide belt onto motorshaft.

Place new belt in area of brushbar without bristles.

With new belt in place, pull and slide brushbar into nozzle
making sure that the brushbar end caps are in the correct
orientation (Fig. 6/5 inset). Rotate brushbar manually to
make sure belt is properly aligned.

Fig.6/1

Fig.6/2

Fig.6/3

MOTOR SHAFT

Fig.6/4

Fig.6/5

Fig.6/6

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belt or brushbar / lightbulb removal and replacement

7. Lightbulb: removal and
replacement

TOOL REQUIRED: flathead screwdriver

WARNING: to reduce risk of electric shock - unplug

cleaner before removing or replacing lightbulb.

For bulb replacement call 0870 606 1248

Using the end of a Flathead screwdriver, gently pop open
the lens . Remove lens (Fig.7/1).

Pull bulb out of socket. Do NOT twist. Gently push bulb
into socket to replace.

Replace lens by aligning tab and snapping into place.

Re-attach nozzle guard by aligning the four (4) tabs in the
base slots. Rotate nozzle guard back in place (Fig. 6/7).

Replace all three (3) screws to secure nozzle guard.

Fig.6/7

Fig.6/8

Fig.7/1

Fig.7/2

Fig.7/3

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general maintenance

8. General maintenance

WARNING: to reduce risk of injury from moving
parts - unplug before servicing.

Debris removal/hose

Debris removal/nozzle guard

• Check to see if dirt container is full; empty if needed.

• Plug cleaner in and check to see if there is any suction
at end of hose. If there is no suction at the end of hose,
follow these steps:

1. Unwrap hose from caddy. Twist and unlock to remove

clogs. Clean out hose with a broom handle. Check access
door on back of cleaner (near hose end). Remove the
seven (7) screws and check for obstruction (Fig.8/1).

2. Remove dirt container (Pg. 6) and check dirt container

inlet located on cleaner (Fig.8/1).

3. Remove nozzle guard (see Fig.8/2) by removing the

three (3) screws. Remove obstructions (Refer to Page 8
for belt and brushbar removal and replacement).

9. Troubleshooting

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ARNING: TO REDUCE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY,

UNPLUG VACUUM CLEANER BEFORE SERVICING

PROBLEM: Cleaner won’t run

Cause: Not properly plugged into wall outlet.
Solution: Plug in firmly.

Cause: No electricity in wall outlet.
Solution: Check fuse or breaker.

Cause: On/off switch not turned on.
Solution: Push on/off switch to on.

Cause: Motor thermostat tripped.
Solution: Switch off and unplug the vacuum cleaner.

Leave for one (1) hour. See page 3.

Cause: Blown fuse/tripped breaker.
Solution: Reset circuit breaker or replace fuse.

PROBLEM: Cleaner won't pick up

Cause: Full or clogged dirt container.
Solution: Clean dirt container.

Cause: Clogged nozzle.
Solution: Remove obstruction.

Cause: Clogged dirt inlet.
Solution: Remove suction channel cover and remove

obstruction.

Cause: Clogged hose.
Solution: Remove obstruction.

Cause: Hose not inserted fully.
Solution: Push hose in securely.

Cause: Dirty filters or filter container.
Solution: Clean/change filters or filter container.

PROBLEM: Accessories won't pick up

Cause: Accessories not attached correctly.
Solution: Refer to page 5 for fitting information.

PROBLEM: Brushbar does not turn

Cause: Brushbar blocked.
Solution: Remove blockages.

PROBLEM: Air flow restricted with attachment use

Cause: Attachment use restricts air flow.
Solution: Check attachment.

Cause: New carpet debris clogging air path.
Solution: Remove obstruction.

Fig.8/1

Fig.8/2

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troubleshooting / service & help / technical specification

10. UK Service & Help

Vax Care 0870 6061248

Monday-Friday 8.00am to 8.00pm.
Saturday-Sunday 9.00am to 5.00pm.

Any queries or concerns about using the Vax, call the
Vax Careline. Calls are charged at the UK national rate.

Please make a note of the serial number and model
number of the carpet cleaner before calling. There are
over 400 approved Vax Service Agents in the UK. For the
nearest Service Agent, please call the Vax Careline.

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11. Technical Specification

Voltage: 220 – 240V ~50Hz

Wattage: 1200W

Capacity: 1.5l

Filters: Foam pre-motor pleated HEPA exhaust filters

Cord Length: 7.2m

Weight: 8.5kg

Subject to technical change without notice.

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EEC STATEMENT OF COMPLIANCE

Manufacturer/EEC importer: Vax Limited, hereby on our own responsibility, declare that the

VZL-6011 Mach1 Upright 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.

Vax Ltd., Kingswood Road, Hampton Lovett, Droitwich, Worcestershire, WR9 OQH, UK

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