Vax Power Reach V-043 Instruction Manual

Vaxcare:

AUST: 1300 36 4040

NZ: 0800 800 900

www.vax.com.au

Instruction Manual

Please read carefully before using this cleaner.

Always fully extend the mains cable before use.

Please keep these instructions for further use.

VAXCARE Service & Help:
AUSTRALIA 1300 36 4040
NEW ZEALAND 0800 800 900

If you have any queries or concerns about using
your Vax, call VAXCARE. Please make a note of
the model number or model name of the appliance
before calling.
(Aust only: Mon-Fri. 10.00am to 6.00pm. EST)
Calls are charged at the local rate.
An answerphone is available outside of these hours.
We will return your call the next working day.
There are over 300 approved Vax Service Agents in
Australia and New Zealand. For the nearest Service
Agent, please call VAXCARE or visit www.vax.com.au

BAGLESS UPRIGHT VACUUM CLEANER
Vax Model Number: V-043

• NSW/ACT

Unit 2, 30 Heathcote Road,
Moorebank, NSW 2170
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• VICTORIA/TASMANIA

Unit 3, 46 Burgess Road,
Bayswater North, VIC 3153
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• SOUTH AUSTRALIA/
NORTHERN TERRITORY

Unit 3, 75-77 Grange Road,
Welland, SA 5007
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• QUEENSLAND

186 Kerry Road,
Archerfield, QLD 4108
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• WESTERN AUSTRALIA

296 Victoria Road,
Malaga, WA 6090
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• VAX APPLIANCES
NEW ZEALAND

27 Clemow Drive
Mt Wellington, Auckland
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Email: [e-mail]

AUST. & NZ BRANCHES

Please register your warranty. Send in your completed Warranty Card.

If you require further assistance or advice about any

VAX please call VAXCARE on

1300 36 4040 (Australia - cost of a local call)

and 0800 800 900 (NZ)

VAX Appliances (Australia) Pty Ltd

A.C.N. 009099736

296 Victoria Road Malaga Western Australia 6090.

EMAIL: [e-mail]

WEBSITE: www.vax.com.au

VAXCARE

MODIFIED OCTOBER 2007 / P/N 84410

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1. Safety Instructions

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. This appliance is not intended for use
by young or infirm persons unless they
have been adequately supervised by a
responsible person to ensure that they can
use the appliance safely.

Young children should be supervised

to ensure that they do not play with the
appliance.

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

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 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 area.

19. Turn off the switch before unplugging.

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

IMPORTANT: If the inlet or hose is blocked,
switch off the vacuum cleaner and remove the
blockage(s) before restarting.

IMPORTANT: Cleaning filters 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.

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
before re-starting.

Replacement Filters & Belts

Replacement filters and belts are available
from your Vax stockist or Vax direct. Phone
VAXCARE or visit www.vax.com.au

Fig.7/3

Fig.8/1

9. Troubleshooting

WARNING: to reduce risk of personal injury

unplug vacuum cleaner before servicing.

PROBLEM: Cleaner won’t run

Cause: Not properly plugged into electrical

outlet.

Solution: Plug in firmly.
Cause: No electricity in electrical 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: Reset motor thermostat (see page 2).
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: Wrong pile height setting.
Solution: Adjust brushbar height adjuster .

Cause: Clogged nozzle.
Solution: Remove obstruction.

Cause: Clogged dirt inlet.
Solution: Remove vacuum cleaner head

cover and remove obstruction.

Cause: Clogged hose.
Solution: Remove obstruction.

Cause: Broken belt.
Solution: Replace belt.

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

Cause: Dirty filters.
Solution: Clean/change filters.

PROBLEM: Accessories won’t pick up

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

information.

PROBLEM: Cleaner picks up
moveable rugs or is too hard to push

Cause: Wrong pile height setting.
Solution: Adjust setting on brushbar height

adjuster.

PROBLEM: Brushbar does not turn

Cause: Broken belt.
Solution: Replace belt.

Cause: Belt installed incorrectly.
Solution: Check belt.

PROBLEM: Air flow restricted with
attachment use

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

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

4. Remove the worn or broken belt from the
motor drive shaft.

5. Remove any residue in the belt area before
installing a new belt.

6. Loop the new belt first over the motor drive
shaft and then over the agitator pulley.

7. Insert the right side of the brushbar first
by placing the end cap down in the slot
and then do the same with the left side.
Press firmly to make sure that each end is
completely inserted.

8. Check to make sure that the belt is centred
on the agitator pulley and that the brushbar
turns.

9. Replace the vacuum head cover by screwing
in the four (4) screws on the underside of
the vacuum cleaner.

8. Clearing Blockages

1. Switch the vacuum cleaner off and
disconnect the power plug from the
electrical outlet.

2. The flexible hose can be disconnected
from the vacuum cleaner by turning anti­clockwise and pulling away from the
machine (Fig.8/1). Remove any blockages
found then reconnect the hose securely.