Vax PickUp Pet CVRAV013 Let's Get Started

PickUp Pet
BAGLESS CYCLONIC CYLINDER VACUUM
LET’S GET STARTED.
CVRAV013
Let’s talk safety
Basic safety precautions
Don’ts
This vacuum cleaner is intended for household use only and NOT for commercial or industrial use.
• Only use the vacuum cleaner indoors on dry surfaces and keep the area you’re cleaning well lit.
• Keep ngers, hair and loose clothing away from moving parts and openings whilst using the vacuum cleaner.
• Only Vax recommended tools and accessories should be used with this vacuum cleaner.
• Don’t use this vacuum cleaner if it has been dropped, damaged or left outdoors or the lters are not in their original place.
• Don’t run over the power cord or use the vacuum cleaner if the power cord or plug is damaged. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualied persons in order to avoid a hazard.
• Don’t handle the plug or use the vacuum cleaner with wet hands.
• Don’t pull or carry this vacuum cleaner 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 the vacuum cleaner by pulling on the power cord.
Do’s
• Turn o all controls on the vacuum cleaner before disconnecting or connecting the power cord.
• Always make sure both the pre-motor/post-motor lters are in place before use.
• Always switch o the vacuum cleaner before disconnecting or connecting the hose and accessories.
• Keep all openings clear and free from debris as this may aect the airow/suction.
• Always replace the fuse in the plug with a British 13amp fuse.
• This vacuum cleaner can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the vacuum cleaner in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the vacuum cleaner. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.
• Don’t lift or carry the vacuum cleaner by the dirt container handle.
• Don’t vacuum up any ammable or combustible materials (lighter uid, petrol, kerosene etc.) or use the vacuum cleaner in an area with explosive vapours or liquid.
• Don’t vacuum 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 vacuum cleaner.
• Don’t vacuum up hard or sharp objects such as glass, nails, screws or coins etc.
• Don’t use the vacuum cleaner with incorrect voltage as this may result in damage or injury to the user. The correct voltage is listed on the ratings label.
• Always protect the power cable from heated surfaces and open ames.
• Take extra care when positioning and using the vacuum cleaner 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.
• Store your vacuum cleaner in a cool, dry area. If lters have been cleaned as per user guide instructions ensure they are thoroughly dry before storing away.
PLEASE KEEP INSTRUCTIONS FOR FURTHER USE.
Thank you for buying the Pick Up Pet.
Taking care of your carpets and hard oors
The Pick Up Pet is designed to make vacuuming carpets and hard oors regularly, as eective and ecient as possible and this user guide will help you get the most out of your machine.
Maintaining your carpets and hard oors will ensure they keep their appearance for longer. You’ve chosen the carpets and hard oors for your home for a reason and Vax will help you take good care of them.
Taking care of your Pick Up Pet Also inside this guide are instructions on maintaining your new machine, so that it’s always
ready when you are to tackle your carpets and hard oors.
We’re here if you need us
Instead of taking your machine back to the shop, simply visit our online support:
vax.co.uk/support
Still need to get in touch?
Our UK based Customer Care Team are here to support you. For help with assembly, operational or performance problems, or buying and tting new accessories, you can nd all our contact details at vax.co.uk/contact
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
Combination Floorhead
Telescopic Extension Tube
3-in-1 Tool
Hose
TurboTool
Getting in touch
Initial Setup for normal operation
1. Use the base accessories. a. Shortest hose. b. Extension tube set to shortest practicable length.
2. Clean lters installed.
3. Dust receptacle empty.
4. All Bleeds must be closed.
5. Floorheads/tools set to Carpet Mode for carpet cleaning.
6. Floorheads/tools set to Hard Floor Mode for hard oor cleaning.
Getting to know your machine
Separator and shroud
Hose entry point
Dirt container release button
Cord rewind button
Post motor lter (hidden) and cover
Dirt container
Carry handle
Dirt container lid
Power On/O button
Wheel outer
Technical Specication
Name Pick Up Pet Voltage See rating label on machine for details Wattage See rating label on machine for details Cord length 6m Weight 4.7kg
Subject to technical change without notice.
Accessories & Consumables
Filter Kit (Type 95)
1-1-134231
3-in-1 Tool
1-9-130815
To purchase consumables and accessories, visit vax.co.uk
Upholstery Tool (Type 6)
1-9-132116
TurboTool (Type 6)
1-1-134419
Getting started
PLEASE READ ‘LET’S TALK SAFETY’ AT THE BEGINNING BEFORE USE
Before you begin cleaning
• Always switch o and unplug the vacuum cleaner before connecting or disconnecting the hose/attachments, or removing and emptying the dirt container.
• The vacuum cleaner is equipped with a thermal cut-out. If for any reason the vacuum cleaner does overheat the thermostat will automatically turn the vacuum cleaner o. If this happens, switch the vacuum cleaner o and unplug from electrical socket. Remove and empty the dirt container and also check the vacuum cleaner for blockages. Allow the vacuum cleaner to cool for approximately 1 hour (if you have cleaned the lters please wait 24 hours for the lters to fully dry before putting back into the vacuum).
• Pre-motor lter requires cleaning at least every 3 months.
• If the vacuum cleaner is blocked, switch o and unplug before removing the blockage.
• When using the accessories always make sure the brushbar is switched to the OFF position.
IMPORTANT: The base of the vacuum cleaner should always be positioned at on the oor when starting and in use. The dirt container should be locked into place before lifting the vacuum cleaner by the carry handle.
Assembling your machine
IMPORTANT: The condition of the lters aects the performance of your machine. Please check and clean lters periodically (depending on the level of use). For full cleaning instructions, see ‘Taking care of your machine’.
Insert the end of the hose into the unit. Ensure the hose has clicked into place.
Insert the handle into the telescopic extension tube.
Press the button on the telescopic extension tube and adjust to the required length.
Insert the other end of the telescopic tube into the oorhead until it clicks into place.
Using your machine
How to 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.
Fully unwind the power cord. A yellow mark on the cord indicates the recommended cord length. Do not exceed the cord beyond the yellow mark.
Plug in and switch the unit on by pressing the power button.
Using accessories
Choose an accessory and push onto the telescopic extension tube or hose.
Use the vacuum by moving the oorhead backwards and forwards for an eective clean.
Remove the oorhead to use the hose in harder to reach places.
Taking care of your machine
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IMPORTANT: Always switch o and unplug the vacuum cleaner from the electrical socket before assembling, opening or emptying the dirt container, or before connecting/disconnecting the attachments.
Check the pre-motor lter every time you empty the dirt container and tap against a bin to remove dirt/debris if required.
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.
Emptying and cleaning the dirt container
Remove dirt container by pushing down the dirt container release button and lifting the dirt container.
Hold the dirt container over a bin. Press the dirt release clip at the bottom of the container, the dirt release door will open allowing dirt/debris to fall out.
Cleaning the pre-motor lter
Hold the dirt container and twist the lid anti-clockwise.
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Lift the lid to reveal the pre-motor lter.
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Lift out the pre-motor lter.
Tap the pre-motor lter against a bin to remove any dirt/debris.
Rinse the pre-motor lter under water (max 40°C).
Leave to dry for 24 hours or until fully dry before placing back in the machine.
Taking care of your machine
Cleaning the shroud
Hold the dirt container and twist the lid anti-clockwise.
Twist the separator cap anti­clockwise to unlock and remove.
Make sure the rectangular hole in the dirt container lines up with the rectangular hole on the separator.
Lift the lid to reveal the pre-motor lter.
Lift and remove the separator from the dirt container.
Replace the separator cap, twist clockwise to lock.
Lift out the pre-motor lter.
Tap the separator against a bin to remove any dirt/debris.
Replace the pre-motor lter. Close dirt bin lid making sure it clicks and locks into place.
For easier cleaning, follow the 3-Step Clean process located on the back of the dirt container.
Don’t over ll the dirt container. Replace the lters every 6-9 months.
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Let’s talk technical
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Post-motor lter maintenance
IMPORTANT: The exhaust lter is designed to oer long life with no maintenance. The lter should be checked periodically and when heavily discoloured it should be replaced. Please do not wash, scrub or brush the lter as this will damage the delicate lter media.
Post-motor lter is located in the right side wheel. Hold the centre of the wheel and twist wheel cover anti-clockwise.
CAUTION: Do not wash the post-motor lter.
With the wheel cover o the post-motor lter is easily removed.
Removing blockages from the TurboTool (some models only)
Slide the locking ring to remove.
Lift and separate the housing.
Using a pair of scissors, cut any hair or debris free from around the brushes.
Removing blockages from the hose
Check the post-motor lter for discolouration.
Tabs
Line up the tabs on front of housing and push together to ret. Slide locking ring into groove to secure.
Remove the hose from the vacuum cleaner and telescopic extension tube. Insert a broom handle or similar blunt instrument into the hose to remove blockage.
To test for a blockage in the hose, drop a small ball of paper into the hose. The paper will drop through if the hose is clear.
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Accessories
Don’t forget your accessories!
Order at: www.vax.co.uk/spares-and-solutions
Pro Cleaning Kit (Type 2) 1-1-133326
All our best tools in one kit that makes cleaning your home quicker, easier and with even better results. We’ve taken care of cleaning all of the hard to reach areas such as on top of cupboards and in between blinds, as well as the dust that collects behind and within the radiator.
TurboTool (Type 6) 1-1-134419
Use the TurboTool for vacuuming your stairs, upholstery and car interiors. It’s great for picking up stubborn pet hair.
Notes
What to do if it goes wrong
There is an accessory missing.
Why won’t the vacuum cleaner pick up?
SolutionProblem
• Check the contents panel on the box to make sure the part is included with your machine.
• The dirt container may not be correctly tted, remove the dirt
container from the vacuum cleaner and check it is assembled correctly, ret ensuring it is locked into place.
• The shroud is blocked. Go to ‘Taking care of your machine’.
• The separator and shroud are incorrectly tted. Go to ‘Taking care
of your machine’.
• The lter may be clogged, clean the lter. Go to ‘Taking care of
your machine’.
• The dirt container may be blocked, empty the dirt container.
Go to ‘Taking care of your machine’.
• There may be a blockage in the hose/tube. Disconnect from the
vacuum cleaner and carefully remove any blockages. Go to ‘Let’s talk technical’.
• The plug may not be fully pushed into the electrical socket.
Why does the vacuum cleaner have no power?
• Check the fuse in the plug if this needs replacing, always replace
with a 13amp fuse.
• The motor thermostat may have tripped. If this has happened,
unplug the vacuum cleaner. Remove and empty the dirt container and check the hose for blockages. Clean the lters and allow the vacuum cleaner to cool for approximately 1 hour (if you have washed the lters you will need to wait 24 hours for the lters to fully dry before putting them back into the vacuum cleaner).
• The lters may be clogged, clean the lter. Go to ‘Taking care of your machine’.
Why is dust escaping from the vacuum?
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of personal injury, unplug the product before performing maintenance
/troubleshooting checks.
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GET IN TOUCH
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EU Statement of Compliance: Manufacturer/EU importer: Vax Limited, hereby on our own responsibility, declare that the CVRAV013 is manufactured in compliance with thefollowing Directives: Safety: 2014/35/EU Low Voltage Directive. EMC: 2014/30/EU 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.
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