Vax PowerWash P86-P4-T Get Started Manual
PowerWash
2500W Complete
P86-P4-T
LET’S GET STARTED.
IDEAL FOR THE
MOST CHALLENGING
CLEANING TASKS
Let’s talk safety
Do’s
• Always wear suitable clothing footwear and eye protection
whilst using the pressure washer.
• Always connect the water supply, remove the lance and squeeze
the trigger to run water through the machine before switching
the power on.
• Always use a suitable hose connector to match the coupling on
the pressure washer with a non-return valve at tap end of the
supply hose.
• Always unplug the pressure washer before cleaning or carrying
out any maintenance.
• Always turn o and unplug the pressure washer before
disconnecting or connecting the hose. After use always wrap the
pressure hose and power cord around the storage clips provided.
Basic
safety
precautions
This pressure washer is intended for household use only and
NOT for commercial or industrial use.
• This pressure washer is for outdoor use only.
• It is your responsibility to check the suitability of the surface to
be cleaned. Vax cannot be held responsible for damage caused.
• Keep ngers, hair and loose clothing from moving parts and
openings whilst using the pressure washer.
• When using the pressure washer the recommended working
distance between the nozzle and surface area or object to be
cleaned is 30cm.
Don’ts
• Don’t leave the pressure washer unattended or running
when not in use for more than 5 minutes without depressing
the trigger.
• Don’t use the pressure washer if it has been dropped, damaged
or immersed in water.
• Don’t use the pressure washer if the power cord or plug is
damaged.
• Don’t handle the plug of the pressure washer with wet hands.
• Don’t use the pressure washer without the supply hose
(minimum length 7.5m) in place and unwind the hose fully
from the reel.
PLEASE KEEP THESE ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS.
• Always release any built up pressure in the handle prior to disconnecting the
hose and ensure water inlet lter is clean prior to storage in a cool dry place.
• Always use only CE approved 13amp extension cords with RCD,
non-approved extension cords may overheat. Care should be taken to arrange
the extension cord as it could be a trip hazard.
• Always make sure the power/extension cord is fully unwound and prevent the
power/extension cord from getting wet during use.
• Always replace the fuse in the plug with a British 13amp fuse. Always protect
the power cable from heated surfaces or near open ames.
• Always carry the pressure washer by the handle.
• Always check the water hose and accessories are not damaged, broken or
worn before use.
• This appliance can only 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 appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards
involved. Children should not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user
maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.
• Vax only recommend the use of Vax genuine accessories and detergent to be
used with this pressure washer. The use of non-branded Vax accessories and
detergent will invalidate your warranty.
• For safe transportation, ensure that the pressure washer is unplugged
and secure.
• Don’t use the pressure washer without the water lter in place.
• Don’t pull or carry this pressure washer by the power cord.
• Don’t use the power cord as a handle, pull the power cord around corners
or sharp edges, or close a door over the power cord.
• Don’t unplug the pressure washer by pulling on the power cord.
• Don’t aim the pressure washer at people, animals, plants, electrical
components, wires, or the pressure washer itself.
• Don’t use the pressure washer on electrical components, damaged/delicate
paint surfaces, tyres, engines/motors.
• Don’t use the pressure washer with incorrect voltage as this may result in
damage or injury to the user. The correct voltage is listed on the rating label.
Thank you for buying this Pressure Washer.
Taking care of your outdoor cleaning
This pressure washer is designed to make outdoor cleaning tasks as eective and ecient
as possible and this user guide will help you get the most out of your machine.
Completing outdoor cleaning tasks using a Vax pressure washer will keep your outdoor
items and surfaces cleaner for longer.
Taking care of your Pressure Washer
Also inside this guide are instructions on maintaining your new machine, so that it’s always
ready when you are to tackle your outdoor cleaning tasks.
We’re here if you need us
Instead of taking me 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
Pressure Hose
Trigger Handle
Lance
Jet Nozzle
Turbo Nozzle
Detergent Nozzle
Nozzle Cleaning Tool
Water Inlet Connector
Car Brush
Rotary Brush
Contents
Let’s talk safety
Getting to know your machine
Getting started
Using your machine
Taking care of your machine
Let’s talk technical
What to do if it goes wrong
Getting in touch
Accessories
Included with
your machine
Power Wash
Patio Brush
Extension Tube
Universal Detergent
Getting to know your machine
On/o switch
Handle
Trigger handle
storage
Water inlet
and connector
(already installed)
Power cord and
pressure hose
storage hook
Water outlet
Lance storage
Wheel
Detergent tube
Name PowerWash 2500W Complete
Model P86-P4-T
Voltage 220-240V~50Hz
Wattage 2500W
Max Pressure 180 bar
Rated Pressure 120 bar
Max Flow Rate 510L/Hr
Sound pressure level:
LpA dB(A) 79
Sound power level:
LwA dB(A) 94
LwA dB(A) K (uncertainty) 91,6
Vibration (m/s
2
) K (uncertainty) 0,5 m/s2 1,5
Technical Specication
Universal Detergent
1-9-133398-00
Patio & Decking Detergent
1-9-133401-00
Wash & Protect Vehicle Detergent
1-9-133400-00
Accessories & Consumables
Subject to technical change without notice.
To purchase consumables and accessories, please visit vax.co.uk
Assembling your pressure washer
Getting started
PLEASE READ ‘LET’S TALK SAFETY’ AT THE BEGINNING BEFORE USE.
Attach both wheels
and push until they click
into place.
Attach the hose connector
to water inlet by turning
clockwise until tight.
To attach the handle into the top
of the pressure washer, align
the handle with the screw holes
making sure not to trap the
solution tube. Slide together and
insert 2 screws and turn clockwise
to tighten.
Always make sure the pressure washer and water supply is o before connecting or disconnecting the hose
and accessories.
Using your machine
IMPORTANT: Always remove the pressure hose fully from the reel when in use.
To connect the pressure hose to the
trigger handle, press the pressure
hose release button and push the
pressure hose to lock into position.
Gently pull the pressure hose to make
sure it is locked securely.
Push the pressure hose
rmly to the water outlet
and turn the pressure hose
collar clockwise to tighten.
Whilst rmly pushing
the lance into the trigger
handle turn clockwise
to lock into position.
Preparing your pressure washer for use
To remove the lance from the
trigger handle rmly push and
twist the lance anti-clockwise.
When unlocked pull to remove.
Always make sure the trigger safety lock is in the LOCKED position when not in use or connecting/disconnecting the
pressure hose.
Always check water hose, pressure hose, lance and accessories are not damaged, broken or worn before use.
TIP
Always make sure the
pressure washer is
switched OFF before
connecting/disconnecting
the pressure hose,
lance, accessories or
detergent bag.
A trigger safety lock is located
underneath the handle. The safety
lock should always be in LOCKED
position before connecting/
disconnecting the pressure hose
to the trigger handle.
LOCKED
UNLOCKED
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