Vax S84-P1-B Instruction manual

CHANGE THE WAY
YOU STEAM CLEAN

LET’S GET STARTED.

S84-P1-B

Let’s talk safety

Basic
safety
precautions

Don’ts

This steamer is intended for household use only and NOT
for commercial or industrial use.

Only use the steamer indoors and keep the area you’re cleaning
well lit. Keep ngers, hair and loose clothing away from moving
parts and openings whilst using the steamer.

• This appliance can be used by 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 shall not play with the appliance.

• Don’t touch any hot areas/accessories on your steamer.
It’s normal for the steamer and accessories to heat up during
use, always allow them to cool down before handling.

• Don’t leave the steamer turned on when unattended.

• Don’t use the steamer if it has been dropped, damaged,
immersed in water or left outdoors.

• Don’t run over the power cord or use steamer if the power cord
or plug is damaged. Please contact our Customer Care Line (UK)
0330 026 8455(ROI) 1-800 928 308.

• Don’t handle the plug or use the steamer with wet hands.

• Don’t pull or carry the steamer by the power cord.

• Please refer to oor manufacturer’s care recommendations before use,
and test your ooring/carpet/rugs/surfaces by running the steamer over
a small hidden area, if no pile distortion or no damage occurs continue
cleaning. Not suitable for use on wax polished oors or furniture, acrylic
surfaces and synthetic, velvet or steam/water sensitive materials.

• This steamer should not be used to clean electrical appliances such
as microwaves, televisions and electrical heating systems etc.

• Only Vax recommended cloths and accessories should be used
with this steamer.

• 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
steamer by pulling on the power cord.

• Don’t attempt to remove blockages with sharp objects as this may cause
damage to the steamer, remove blockages only as instructed in this guide.

• Don’t aim the steam cleaner at people, animals, plants and electrical
components or wires. Never touch the steam jet (there is a risk of scalding).

• Don’t use the steamer with incorrect voltage as this may result in damage
or injury to the user. The correct voltage is listed on the ratings label.

• Don’t use the steamer to clean or refresh any items of clothing that
are still being worn on the body.

Do’s

• Always make sure the 360⁰ Connector and accessories are
securely connected to the handheld before use.

• Always ll the tank with water only. Never add perfume, stain
remover or products containing alcohol. Filling the tank with
hot or boiling water will damage the steamer and invalidate
the guarantee.

• Always make sure the tanks are tted correctly before
using the steamer.

• Always vacuum your carpets thoroughly and ensure hard oor
areas are free from grit and debris before using your steamer.

• Always carry the steamer by the handle.

• Always unplug the steamer before carrying out any
maintenance or when unattended.

• Turn o all controls on the steamer before disconnecting or connecting
the power cord, after use always wrap the power cord around the cord
clips provided.

• Take extra care when cleaning on the stairs.

• Always replace the fuse in the plug with a British 13amp fuse.

• Always protect the power cord from heated surfaces and near open ames.

• Use only CE approved 13amp extension cords, non-approved extension cords
can overheat. Care should be taken to arrange the extension cord as it could
be a trip hazard.

• Store the steamer in a cool, dry area away from children. Before storing the
steamer please make sure the tank is thoroughly empty and clean.

PLEASE KEEP INSTRUCTIONS FOR FURTHER USE AND USE ONLY
AS INSTRUCTED IN THIS GUIDE.

Thank you for buying this Steam Switch

Contents

Steam Switch

Taking care of your sealed hard oors and surfaces

The Steam Switch is designed to make the regular cleaning of your home as eective
and ecient as possible. This user guide will help you get the most out of your machine.

Maintaining your home with the Steam Switch will ensure it is kept looking beautiful
and is hygienically clean.

Taking care of your Steam Switch

Also inside this guide are instructions on maintaining your new machine, so that
it is always ready to tackle your home when you are.

Taking care of you

We’re here if you need us. Instead of taking me back
to the shop, simply visit:

vax.co.uk/support or call:

(UK) 0330 026 8455 (ROI) 1-800 928 308

Monday-Friday 8:30am to 6:30pm, Saturday 9:00am to 5:00pm

Calls are charged at the UK local rate. Please make a note of the serial number and model number
of the product before calling.

Alternatively, you can write to us at:

Vax Ltd., Plot 302, Stonebridge Cross Business Park, Hampton Lovett, Droitwich,
Worcestershire, WR9 0LW, UK

This user guide can be found online at: vax.co.uk/support

Let’s talk safety

Getting to know your machine

Getting started

Using your machine

Taking care of your machine

Notes

Accessories

What to do if it goes wrong

Getting in touch

Included with
your machine

Microbre Pad

Carpet Glider

Accessory Bag

360⁰ Connector

Precision Tool

Soft Scrub Brush

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Getting to know your machine Getting started

Trigger

Handle

Handheld handle

Handheld trigger

Tank release buttons

Quick release cord hooks

Handheld release button

Steam ready indicator

Main body

Before you Begin
CAUTION: The steamer and accessories get very hot during use, always allow them to cool down before handling.

Always unplug the steamer when assembling. Always unplug the steamer before emptying the tank or changing the
cloths/accessories.

IMPORTANT: Please refer to oor/surface manufacturer’s care recommendations before use and test the steamer
on a hidden area to begin with. Test for colour fastness in a small hidden area of upholstery/fabric to check for colour
removal before use. When using the steamer, basic safety precautions should always be observed.

Don’t aim the steamer at people, animals, plants and electrical components or wires. Never touch the steam jet or oorhead
from a short distance (there is a risk of scalding). The steamer is equipped with a thermostat and a thermal cut-out.
If for any reason the steamer overheats it will switch o. If this happens unplug the steamer, allow to cool for a least
2 to 4 hours and re-try.

Assembling the steamer

Push the main body down into the
oorhead until it clicks into place.

Stand the stick steamer upright
by pushing the main body
forward to lock into position.

Push the handle into main body
until it clicks into place.

Tank

Floorhead release button

Technical Specication

Name Steam Switch
Voltage Please refer to product rating label
Wattage Please refer to product rating label
Water tank capacity 0.36L
Cord length 7m
Weight 3.5kg

Subject to technical change without notice.

Floorhead

Accessories & Consumables*

Clean & Scrub Kit (Type 1)

1-1-137101

Multi-Surface Kit (Type 1)

1-1-137103

360° Window Pads

1-1-137252

*To purchase consumables and accessories, please visit vax.co.uk

360° Scrub Pads

1-1-137251

360° Flexi-Tool Socks

1-1-137250

Hard Water Filter (Type 7)

1-1-136462