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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
MODEL V-025
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
Please register your warranty. Send in your completed Warranty Card.
If you require any 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.
VAX WARRANTY
TELEPHONE: (08) 9247 8100 FACSIMILE: (08) 9247 8192
EMAIL: vaxcare@vax.com.au
WEBSITE: www.vax.com.au
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READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING YOUR VAX RAPIDE CARPET WASHER
• This is not a dry vacuum cleaner. Carpets should be thoroughly vacuumed prior to washing with the VAX Rapide.
• Do not leave the appliance when plugged in. Unplug it from socket when not in use.
• To prevent electric shock do not use outdoors
• Not to be used as a toy. Close supervision is necessary when used by or near children or the infirm.
• Use only as described in this user guide.
• Do not use with a damaged cord or plug.
• 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.
• Do not unplug by pulling on the cord.
• Do not handle the plug or appliance with wet hands.
• Do not put any objects into openings or operate with openings blocked, keep them free of anything that may reduce airflow.
• Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of the body away from openings and moving parts.
• Do not vacuum any glowing, burning or smoking particles.
• Do not use without the solution reservoir and dirty water tank in place.
• Turn off all controls before unplugging.
• Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids such as petrol, or use in areas where they may be present.
• Keep the carpet washer on the floor.
• Do not use an extension cord with this carpet washer.
• Do not attempt to remove blockages with sharp objects as they may cause damage.
• Store the carpet washer indoors. Put the carpet washer away after use to prevent tripping accidents.
• Using improper voltage may result in damage to the motor and possible injury to the user. The correct voltage is listed on the
ratings plate.
For further information in Australia call VAXCARE ON 1300 36 4040
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Operates with Vacuum and
Sweeper together for
effective and efficient
cleaning or, independently
as a sweeper with rotaing
brush bar to pick up larger
objects. Includes detachable
hand held vacuum for hard
to reach places.
Features:
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12 volt cordless
•
20 minutes run time
•
Cordless handheld
vacuum
•
Cordless upright
vacuum
•
Carpet & hardfloor
sweeper
•
Fingertip controls
•
Charger base
•
12 month
VAXCARE
warranty
OTHER VAX APPLIANCES
VAX CLEANING FLUIDS
A range of cleaning fluids have been
developed by Vax to compliment the
functions and performance of the Vax
range of cleaners. Together they
combine to provide a proven and
powerful home cleaning system.
AVAILABLE FROM VAX STOCKISTS
OR ANY VAX BRANCH OFFICE.
PHONE VAXCARE ON 1300 36 4040
FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
•
Tough on germs
•
Kills odour causing
bacteria
•
Disinfecting and
stain removing
properties
•
Fabric Softeners
•
Deodoriser
VAX CARPET CLEANER
The Vax "Revolution" Sweeper possesses a
stylish and sophisticated cleaning-action
that despatches unwanted dirt, dust and grime
with relative ease.
It leaves nothing behind except beautifully
groomed carpets and clean hard floors.
Features:
•
Rechargeable - battery operated
•
Excellent manoeuvrability and access to difficult
to reach areas
•
Maintenance free - no filters or consumables
•
Highly effective - can clean a five bedroom
home on a single charge
•
Wide cleaning head with powered bristles
across entire width
•
Easy use - no cables or hoses
•
Finely balanced for effective and safe stair
cleaning
•
Simple to empty - dirt forms a single block
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Excellent beyond edge cleaning
•
Light weight - 1.6kg
•
100% cleaning efficiency all the time
•
The only
sweeper with
front edge cleaning
•
Converts to
hand held
•
12 month
VAXCARE
warranty
•
Metallic silver finish
CORDLESS S WEEPER
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MODEL VR-420
3in1 Sweeper-Vac
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Cleaner won’t run
Vacuum won’t pick up/
loss of suction
Dust escaping from the
Vacuum
Cleaner won’t dispense
solution
• Power cord not firmly pushed into a
mains socket.
• Blown house fuse or tripped circuit breaker.
• Dirty water tank is full.
• Dirty water tank is not installed properly.
• Solution reservoir not installed correctly.
• Solution reservoir not installed correctly.
• Solution tank empty.
• Plug cord in firmly.
• Check fuse/breaker. Replace fuse or
reset breaker.
• Refer to page 10 for fitting information.
• See ‘Emptying the dirty water tank’.
• Replace the belt.
• Replace the brush roll.
• Remove obstruction.
• Refer “Important” notes on page 8.
• Empty dirty water tank.
• Refer to page 10 for fitting information.
• See ‘How to operate your cleaner’.
• See ‘How to operate your cleaner’.
• Fill tank see pages 5 and 6.
Troubleshooting
Problem Possible Cause Possible Solution
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• Dirty water tank is not installed correctly.
• Dirty water tank is full.
• Broken or worn belt.
• Brush roll is worn.
• Nozzle/dirt passage is clogged.
• Float prematurely activated.
1 Handle
2 Clean solution reservoir latch
3 Clean solution reservoir
4 Dirty water tank latch
5 Dirty water tank handle
6 Brush roll
7 Dirty water tank
8 Dirty water tank lid
9 Vacuum and brush roll on/off switch
10 Handle screw
11 Power cord
12 Carrying handle
13 Quick cord release
14 Handle release pedal
15 Cord hook
16 Cord clip
17 Solution release trigger
Parts Checklist
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Stand the base in the upright
position. Assemble the mid section
onto the base, taking care not to
trap internal mains wire.
Insert the three nuts into the
recesses located on the left and
right sides and the middle of the
back of the base.
While holding the nuts in place
insert screws through the front of
the mid section and tighten.
Slide upper handle down onto the
unit. Insert nut into the recess in
the back of the upper handle.
While holding the nut in place
insert the screw through the front
of the upper handle and tighten.
Run the mains cable above the
upper cord hook and secure with
the cord clip.
Putting your cleaner together Phillips screwdriver required
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When replacing the belt first slide it
onto the motor shaft. Then slip the
brush roll through the belt. Place the belt
in the area of the brush without bristles.
Slide the brush roll into the nozzle,
ensuring that the brush roll end caps are
orientated correctly, see inset picture.
Manually turn the brush roll to
check that it is fitted properly.
Replace the belt cover by inserting
the end furthest from the brush first.
Then replace the front of the belt
cover before securing in place with
the two screws.
Belt or brush removal and replacement
Phillips screwdriver required
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Grasp brushroll with one hand,
using the other hand to keep tension on the the belt while removing.
Lift up while your pulling it out. Slide the belt off the the motor
shaft and dispose.
Belt or brush removal and replacement
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Important: Turn off when emptying
and filling the reservoir.
Grasp the solution reservoir under
the handle and press the release
lever upward.
Tilt the solution reservoir away
from the cleaner and remove.
Unscrew the filler/ measuring cap
from the rear of the solution
reservoir.
Note: Always use the
filler/measuring cap from the
reservoir to determine precise
solution quantity.
How to operate your cleaner
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Fill the measuring cap 3 times with
VAX AAA carpet cleaning solution
and pour into the reservoir.
Note: The cleaning solution supplied
with your machine is VAX AAA Carpet
Cleaner.
When replenishing this item, please
use VAX Carpet Cleaner which is
available in 1 litre bottles from your
VAX stockist or any VAX branch office.
Fill the remaining space in the
solution reservoir with tap water.
Replace the measuring cap.
Note: use only VAX AAA cleaning
solution or VAX Carpet Cleaner. Using
other cleaning solutions may result in
excessive foaming. This may cause
the float to shut off the cleaner
prematurely.
Using other cleaners will void your
warranty.
Place the bottom of the solution
reservoir into the cleaner and push
into place. There will be an audible
click when the reservoir is in the
correct position.
How to operate your cleaner
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Switch off the mains power and
unplug carpet washer. Remove the
water tank.
Flip the cleaner on it’s side to
expose the nozzle base.
To remove the belt cover, use a
phillips screwdriver to remove the
two screws.
Grasp the belt cover near the belt
roll and lift out.
Belt or brush removal and replacement
Phillips screwdriver required
The plug must be removed from socket outlet before cleaning or maintaining the appliance.
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Lift the front of the carpet cleaner
base off the carpet with one hand.
Grasp the handle and hook the front
of the dirty water cleaner into the
base, making sure that the front of the
dirty water tank is resting on the base.
The dirty water tank has three tabs on
the underside which MUST latch on
to the underside of the base of the
cleaner. The base must be lifted so
that the nozzle is flush with the base
of the cleaner.
Failure to install the dirty water tank
correctly will result in poor dirty water
pick up.
While making sure the dirty water
tank is resting on the base, place the
rear of the tank into the base of the
cleaner, push down on the handle
until it latches.
Empty and rinse clean water tank
after use.
Replacing the dirty water tank
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Plug the cord into a mains electricity
socket. Turn the power and brushroll
switch on.
The switch is located on the front of
the cleaner, above the solution
reservoir.
The power switch controls the
vacuum motor and the brush roll
when switched on.
Press on the handle release pedal
and pull the cleaner back into a
reclined position.
While pressing the solution release
trigger, pull the cleaner in a backward
motion. Release the trigger and push
forward over the same path to
remove the dirty water and solution
from the carpet. Repeat if necessary.
For best results use a smooth steady
action - keeping the nozzle flat
against the carpet. When the dirty
water reaches the max fill line on
the dirty water tank, empty the tank.
How to operate your cleaner
Important: Never leave the cleaner unattended with the power on.
Vacuum carpets thoroughly with dry vacuum cleaner before washing.
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You will hear a distinct change in the
noise coming from your cleaner when
the tank is full and needs emptying.
Important: Unplug your cleaner
before emptying the dirty water tank.
Grasp the top of the dirty water tank
handle and press the release latch.
Grasp the handle and pull up out of
the base. Take care that dirty water
does not leak from the front.
Remove dirty water tank lid.
Emptying the dirty water tank
Once the float is activated, empty the dirty water tank. If the tank doesn’t appear full turn off the power switch and wait for the float to settle.
IMPORTANT:
The float in your Rapide is the blue piece in the dirty water tank lid. It will shut off the suction when the dirty water tank is full.
However, the float may rise prematurely cutting off the suction before the dirty water tank is full under the following conditions -
1. Using a jerky, uneven motion while washing.
2. Tipping the cleaner and breaking the seal between the carpet and the nozzle on the machine.
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To empty the water tank grasp the
handle with one hand and nozzle
with the other and empty into the
sink.
Rinse the dirty water tank and filter
thoroughly with warm water. You
should allow them to dry fully
before replacing them on your
cleaner to prevent mildew.
Do not use any chemicals in the
cleaning process.
Emptying the dirt water tank Cleaning the dirt water tank
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