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VCWRS700
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User Guide
Vax Careline: AU: 1300 361 505
NZ: 0800 800 900
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Machine Overview
Fig.1/1
1 Handle
2 Clean water tank release button
3 Clean water tank
4 Dirty water tank lid
5 Wheels
6 Suction channel
7 Cord hooks
8 On/off switch
9 Handle release pedal
10 Vax Carpet Cleaning Solution
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CL EANING
SOL UTION
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FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.
Whenusing the carpet washer, basic safety precautionsshould
always beobserved, 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. Notto be used as a toy.Children should be supervised to
ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
4. This appliance isnotintended foruseby persons
(including
children) with reducedphys
ical, sensoryor mental
capabilities, or lackof experience andknowledge,
unless they have been given supervision or instruction
concerning the useof the applianceby aperson
responsible for their safety.
5. Use only as described in this manual.
6. Do not use the carpet washer if it has been
dropped, damaged, left outdoors or dropped into
water. Do not use the carpet washer with a
damaged cord or plug. If the supply cord is damaged, it
m
ust be replaced by the manufacturer or a
r
ecommended Service Agent to avoid hazard and
invalidating the guarantee.
7. Do not pull or carry by cord/hose. Do not use the
cord/hose as a handle, close a door on the cord/hose
or pull cord/hose around sharp edges or corners. Do
not run the carpet washer over the cord/hose. Keep
the cord away from heated surfaces.
8. Do not unplug by pulling on the cord.
9. Do not handle the plug or carpet washer with wet
hands.
10. Do not put any objects into
openings or operate with
openings block
ed, keep them free of anything that
may reduce airflow.
11. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers and all parts of the
body away from openings and moving parts.
12. Do not use the carpet washer on any glowing,
burning or smoking particles.
13. Do not use without the solution tank and dirty water
tank in place.
14. Turn off all controls before unplugging.
15. Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible
liquids such as petrol, or use in areas wh
ere they may
be present.
16. Keep the unit
on the floor.
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.
21 . To prevent dirty wate
r from running into the motor, do
not hold the appliance upside-down or la
y on its side.
Use appliance in normal cleaning position.
22. Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.
23. Do not carry appliance while motor is running.
WARNING: Always switch off and unplug your
machine from the electrical outlet before filling and
emptying the clean water tank, emptying the dirty water tank,
before assembling, opening, before connecting/
disconnecting the attachments, or carryin
g out maintenance
or troubleshooting checks and storage.
NOTE: Carpets should be dry
vacuumed thoroughly
before washing.
IMPORTANT: If the hose or tools are blocked, switch
off and unplug the carpet washer and remove the
blockage(s) before re-starting your machine.
See maintenance.
IMPORTANT: Cleaning filters maintains cleaning
performance. Vax recommends that your filters
should be checked and cleaned periodically. If your filters are
washable make sure they are completely dry before
i
nserting back into the machine.
This machine is intended for household use only, and
NOT for commerc
ial or industrial use.
PLEASE KEEP THESE
INSTRUCTIONS FOR FURTHER
USE.
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24. Use only SAA approved 10amp extension cords.
Non-approved cords may overheat. Care should be
taken to arrange the cord so that the cord cannot be
tripped over.
General Safety Information
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Operation
Insert middle frame to machine base (Fig 3/1).
Insert one screw on either side of middle frame to secure
(Fig 3/2).
Slide the upper handle down onto the unit. The handle
will click and lock in place. Run the mains wire above the
upper cord hook and secure with the cord clip (Fig 3/3).
Insert locking pins into either side of handle (Fig 3/4).
Screw locking pins into handle (Fig 3/5).
Grasp the solution res
ervoir under the handle and press
the handle release lever in (Fig 4/1).
Tilt the solution reservoir away from the cleaner and
remove (Fig 4/2).
Unscrew the cap from the back of the solution reservoir
(Fig 4/3).
Pour the correct amount of Vax Solution as directed on
the solution label into the clean water tank.
Fig.3/3
Fig.4/1
Fig.4/2
Fig.4/3
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Fig.3/2
Fig.3/1
Fig.3/4 Fig.3/5
Assembly: Putting your
cleaner together
Operation
IMPORTANT: Turn off when emptying and filling
the tanks and performing any maintenance.
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Operation
Fill the remaining space in the solution reservoir with
warm tap water. Replace the measuring cap (Fig 4/4).
NOTE: us e only Vax S olution, us ing other cleaning
solut ions may cause exce ssive f oaming.
This may cause the f loat to shut of f t he cleaner
prematurely. Us ing other cleaning s olutions w ill
invalidate your warranty.
Place the bottom of the solution reservoir into the
cleaner and push into place. Ther
e will be an audible click
when the reservoir is in the correct position (Fig 4/5).
Plug the cord into a mains electricity socket.
Turn the power switch on (Fig 4/6).
The switch is located on the back of the cleaner, next to
the handle release.
The power switch controls t he vacuum motor. Press on
the handle release pedal and pull the cleaner back into a
reclined position (Fig 4/7).
NOTE: Vacuum carpets th
oroughly wit h dry vacuum
cleaner before washing.
Whilst depressing solution spray trigger, push carpet
washer in a forwards motion. Release trigger and pull unit
backwards in same path to remove dirty water and
solution from the carpet. (Fig 4/8).
Repeat if necessary, when the dirty water reaches the
max f ill line on the dirty water tank empty the tank.
Fig.4/4
Fig.4/5
Fig.4/7
Fig.4/6
Fig.4/8
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IMPORTANT: Maximum water
temperature 50
°C
IMPORTANT: Never leave the cleaner
unattended with the power on.
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Maintenance
(Keep your Vax as good as new)
Emptying the dirty water tank
Tipping the cleaner and breaking the seal of the
nozzle against the carpet will caus e the float to rise
cutt ing off s uction. Once the f loat is activated, empty
the dirty water tank. If the tank does not appear full
turn off the power switch and wait f or the float to
settle . For bes t results use only Vax S olution.
You will hear a change in motor pitch when the tank is f ull
and needs emptying.
Grasp the to
p of the dirty water tank handle and press
the release latch. Pull to remove from the base, take
care to ensure that no dirty water leaks from the front
(Fig 4/10).
Remove dirty water tank (Fig 4/11).
To empty the water tank grasp the handle with one hand
and nozzle with the other and empty into the sink
(Fig 4/13).
Rinse t he dirty water tank and top thoroughly, with warm
water (Fig 4/14).
You should allow them to dry f ully before replacing them
o
n your cleaner to prevent mildew.
Do not use any chemicals in the cleaning process.
Lift the f ront of the carpet cleaner base off the carpet
with one hand.
Grasp the handle and hook the f ront of the dirty water
tank into the base, making sure that t he front of the
dirty water tank is resting on the base.
Failure to install the dirty water tank correctly will result
in poor dirty water pick up (Fig 4/15 )
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Fig.4/11
Fig.4/14
Fig.4/15
Fig.4/13
Fig.4/10
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Cleaning the dirty water tank
Replacing the dirty water tank
NOTE: The float in your Rapide is located in the lid
of the dirty water tank. It will shut off the suction
when the dirty water tank is full. For best results
use a smooth steady motion keeping the nozzle
flat against the carpet.
IMPORTANT: Unplug your cleaner before
emptying the dirty water tank.
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Maintenance
(Keep your Vax as good as new)
While making sure the dirty water tank is resting on the
base, place the rear of t he tank into the base of the
cleaner, push down on the handle until it latches.
Replace top of dirty water tank by pressing it into place
(Fig 4/16).
Switch off and unplug carpet washer, then remove the
Flip the cleaner on its side to expose the nozzle base.
Lift out the f loating brush bar by pressing the two
latches and pulling it gently (Fig 5/1)
.
Replace floating brushbar (Fig 5/2).
Remove the dirty water tank from the unit.
Remove the filter cover from the back of the tank.
Separate the filter from the filter cover.
The filter can be rinsed in warm water (max. 40
°C)
Fig.4/16
Fig.5/1
Fig.5/2
2 4hr
Fig.5/6
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40° C max
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Fig.5/5
Fig.5/3
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3
Fig.5/4
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Brush removal and
replacement
Cleaning the tank filter
NOTE: The plug must be removed from socket
outlet before cleaning or maintaining the
appliance.
IMPORTANT: Do not use any detergents
or boiling water to wash the filters. Vax
recommends checking the filters everytime
the dirty water tank is emptied.
NOTE: All filters must be in place before
using your machine.
IMPORTANT: Ensure filter is fully dry
(allow 24hrs) before replacing back into
the machine.
water tank.
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FAQs
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WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury, unplug the carpet washer
before performing maintenance/troubleshooting checks.
Cause: Not properly plugged into electrical outlet.
Solut ion: Plug in firmly.
Cause: No electricity in electrical outlet.
Solut ion: Check fuse or breaker.
Cause: On/off switch not turned on.
Solut ion: Push on/off switch to ‘on’.
Cause: Blown fuse/tripped breaker.
Solut ion: Reset circuit breaker or replace f use.
Cause: Dirty water tank is f ull.
Solut ion: Switch off and unplug cleaner. Empty dirty water tank as shown on page 6.
Cause: Dirty water tank not installed correctly.
Solut ion: Refer to page 6 for fitting information.
Cause: Obstruction in hose/nozzle.
Solut ion: Remove hose and clear obstruction.
Cause: Dirty water tank is f ull.
Solut ion: Switch off and unplug cleaner. Empty dirty water tank as shown on page 6.
Cause: Dirty water tank not install
ed correctly.
Solut ion: Refer to page 6 for fitting information.
Cause: Solution tank not installed correctly.
Solut ion: Make sure the tank is securely locked in place
Cause: Solution tank not installed correctly.
Solut ion: Make sure the tank is securely locked in place.
Cause: Solution tank empty.
Solut ion: Refill tank. Refer to page 4/5 for instructions.
Cause: Handle not fitted correctly.
Solut ion: Ensure
handle is f itted correctly.
PROBLEM: The cleaner won’t run.
PROBLEM: Cleaner won’t pick up/loss of suction.
PROBLEM: Liquid escaping from the carpet washer.
PROBLEM: Clean solution won’t dispense.
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Vax Service & Help
Vax Careline:
(AU) 1300 361 505
(NZ) 0800 800 900
Monday-Friday 8.30am to 5.00pm
If you have queries or concerns about using your Vax, call the Vax Careline. Calls are charged at the
standard
local rate. Please make a note of the serial number and model number of the vacuum
cleaner before calling. For the nearest Service Agent, please call the Vax Customer Careline or
visit www.vax.com.au.
Technical Specification
Voltage: 220-240V ~50Hz
Wattage: 700 W
Capacity: Clean water tank 2.6L
Dirty water tank 1 .8L
Cord length: 6m
Weight: 6.2kg
Subject to technical change without notice.
Manufacturer/EEC importer: Vax Limited, hereby on our own responsibility, declare that the Rapide
Ultra series is manufactured in compliance with the following Directives:
S
afety
: 2006/95/EC Low Voltage Directive
E
MC
: 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.
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Other Information
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Distributed by Techtronic Industries Pty. Ltd.
Level 1, 660 Doncaster Rd, Doncaster, Australia 3108.
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