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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
Carpet cleaner
Vax model number:
V-133
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1. Diagram
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parts overview
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1
3
23
25
12
13
10
11
9
14
15
16
2
4
8
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3
2
6
7
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1
2
Fig.1/1
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2
3
1 Hand grip
2 Solution trigger
3 Hose
4 Clean solution tank cap / measuring cup
5 Dirty water tank “front panel”
6 Handle release pedal
7 Solution tube connection
8 Nozzle
9 Brush indicator
10 Brush speed selector
11 Hood
12 Dirty water tank
13 Dirty water tank lid
14 Clean solution tank
15 Clean solution tank handle
16 Carrying handle
17 Stair/upholstery nozzle
18 Cord hooks
19 Hose holder
20 Cord clip
21 Hose hook
22 Dirty water tank latches
23 Spinscrub hand tool
24 Hose hook
25 Clean surge button
26 Bare floor adaptor
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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. Do not leave the carpet washer unattended when
plugged in. Unplug it from socket when not in use.
2. To prevent electric shock do not use outdoors.
3. Nottobe used as a toy. Children should be supervisedto
ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
4. Use only as described in this manual.
5. Do not use with a damaged cord or plug. If the supply
cord and/or plug is damaged, they must be replaced
by the manufacturer, a Vax Service Agent or similarly
qualified persons in order to avoid hazard.
6. Do not pull or carry by the cord, use the cord as a
handle, allow the cord to come into contact with hot
or sharp surfaces or close a door on the cord.
7. Do not unplug by pulling on the cord.
8. Do not handle the plug or carpet washer with wet
hands.
9. Do not put any objects into openings or operate with
openings blocked, keep them free of 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 use the carpet washer on any glowing,
burning or smoking particles.
12. Do not use without the solution tank and dirty water
tank in place.
13. Turn off all controls before unplugging.
14. Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible
liquids such as petrol, or use in areas where they may
be present.
15. Keep the carpet washer on the floor.
16. Do not use an extension cord.
17. Do not attempt to remove blockages with sharp
objects as they may cause damage.
18. Store indoors put away after use to prevent tripping
accidents.
19. Using improper voltage may result in damage to the
motor and possible injury to the user. The correct
voltage is listed on the rating label.
20. A hazard may occur if the carpet washer runs over
the power supply cord.
NOTE: Carpets should be dry vacuumed thoroughly
before washing.
NOTE: The unit must be unplugged from the mains
socket outlet after use, and before cleaning or
maintaining the unit.
IMPORTANT: This unit is not intended for
commercial use.
PLEASE KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS
FOR FURTHER USE.
Hard Floor Cleaning
NOTE: Only use on sealed hard floor surfaces.
Brushes
NOTE: Brushes continue to rotate even in upright
position. Please ensure brush selector is set to the off
position when cleaning upholstery.
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assembly
3. Assembly
Attach upper handle
Remove clean solution tank (upper tank) (Fig.3/1).
With cord hook to back of carpet cleaning machine, push
upper handle down onto lower handle (Fig.3/2).
Attach hose holder
Position hose holder onto handle by matching tabs on rack
with openings on back of handle.
Make sure bolts are through holes (Fig.3/3).
Place nuts in recessed areas on back of hose holder. Hold
each nut in place while tightening each bolt securely (from
the front of the handle) with a Phillips screwdriver. Only
two nuts are needed on this model. The extra nut is not
required but has been provided for your convenience
(Fig3/4).
When handle sections are completely together, squeeze
trigger and depress Clean Surge button on upper
handle.You will hear a “snap” when the trigger rod is in
place (Fig.3/5).
Attach tool holder
Remove tool and taped screw from holder. Insert
projections on holder into slots on back of cleaner.
(Fig.3/6).
Slide holder down into place. Insert screw at (A) and
tighten with a Phillips screwdriver (Fig.3/7).
Fig.3/1
Fig.3/4
Fig.3/5
Fig.3/2
Cord hook
Fig.3/6
Fig.3/7
Fig.3/8
Fig.3/3
Squeeze
trigger
Clean Surge
button
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assembly
Replace clean solution tank (upper tank) by positioning
bottom first.
Press on tank handle to snap top of tank into place (Fig
3/8).
Storing hose
Stretch hose out and identify ends.(Fig.3/9).
Start with converter end of hose. Fit converter over tab
near tool holder.
Press converter firmly to snap in place. Press solution tube
into clip next to converter as shown (Fig3/10).
Wrap hose around hook on upper handle .
Press hose into clips on upper hose holder (fig3/11).
Wrap hose around lower tool holder and continue until
nozzle connector is near upper hose holder.
Clip hose in place (Fig 3/12).
Press cord into cord clip on back of hose holder.
Pull cord tight (Fig 3/13).
Fig.3/7
Fig.3/8
Fig.3/12
Fig.3/13
Fig.3/10
Fig.3/9
Fig.3/11
Nozzle
connector
Upper
handle
Upper hose
holder
Upper hose
holder
Convertor
end of hose
Trigger
Solution
tube
A
Converter
Tool holder
Solution tube
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assembly/ operation
Spinscrub hand tool
To store Spinscrub hand tool, open tool door, place nozzle
in bracket and fit it securely into position. To remove,
reverse this procedure (Fig3/14).
How to reattach tool cover
The tool cover is designed with a break-away feature
which allows it to snap free if it is pushed open too far.
To reattach, align hinges of cover with slots on sides of
tool storage area. Push cover down to secure in place
(Fig3/15).
4. Operation
IMPORTANT: Operate carpet cleaning machine only
at voltage specified on data plate on back of cleaner.
On/Off Pedal
Step on pedal A to turn carpet cleaner on. Step on pedal
again to turn carpet cleaner off.
Step on pedal B to lower handle to operating position.
Handle does not lock into a single position but “floats” to
allow convenient operation (Fig.4/1).
To transport
To move your carpet cleaner from room to room put handle
in upright and locked position tilt carpetcleaner back on
wheels and push forward. (Fig.4/2).
The carpet cleaning machine may also be lifted by placing
a hand under the upper clean solution tank handle
(Fig.4/3).
Fig.4/1
Fig.4/2
Fig.4/3
Fig.3/14
Fig.3/15
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A
B
Spinscrub
hand tool
Fig.4/5
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