Vax U85 Getting Started Manual

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LET’S GET STARTED.

PowerCompact

CYCLONIC BAGLESS
UPRIGHT VACUUM

Let’s talk safety

Basic
safety
precautions

Don’ts

Do’s

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

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Only use the vacuum cleaner indoors on dry surfaces and keep
the area you’re cleaning well lit.

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Keep ngers, hair and loose clothing from moving parts and
openings whilst using the vacuum cleaner.

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Don’t use this vacuum cleaner if it has been dropped, damaged
or left outdoors.

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Don’t run over the power cord or use vacuum cleaner if the power cord
or plug is damaged. Please contact our Customer Care Line on:
0330 026 8455 (Mon-Fri 8:30am to 6:30pm, Sat 9:00am to 5:00pm).

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Don’t handle the plug or use the vacuum cleaner with wet hands.

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Don’t pull or carry this vacuum cleaner by the power cord. Don’t use
the power cord as a handle, pull the power cord around corners,
sharp edges or close a door over the power cord. Don’t unplug
vacuum cleaner by pulling on the power cord.

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Turn o all controls on the vacuum cleaner before disconnecting
or connecting the power cord.

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Always keep the power cord away from the brushes, heated
surfaces and open ames whilst using your vacuum cleaner.

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After use always wrap the power cord around the cord clips
provided.

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Always make sure the lters are in place before use.

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Always switch o the vacuum cleaner before disconnecting
or connecting the hose and accessories.

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Keep all openings clear and free from debris as this may aect
the airow/suction.

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This vacuum cleaner is NOT to be used by children under eight years or persons
with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, unless they have been
given instructions on how to use the machine or are supervised during use. Any
cleaning or maintenance of your vacuum cleaner should not be made by children
without supervision and ensure they don’t play with the vacuum cleaner. Only Vax
recommend tools should be used with this vacuum cleaner.

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Don’t vacuum up any ammable or combustible materials (lighter uid, petrol,
kerosene etc.) or use the vacuum cleaner in an area with explosive vapours
or liquid.

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Don’t vacuum up hot coals, cigarette butts, matches or smoking hot burning items
or use in an area where there may be harmful uids (chlorine, bleach,
and ammonia drain cleaner).

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Don’t attempt to remove blockages with sharp objects as this may cause damage
to your vacuum cleaner.

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Don’t vacuum up hard or sharp objects such as glass, nails, screws or coins etc.

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

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This vacuum cleaner is tted with a constantly rotating brushbar. To avoid damage
to your ooring, make sure the brushbar is raised to the highest setting when
using the accessories and when using on stairs.

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Always take extra care when positioning the vacuum cleaner on the stairs.

•

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

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

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Store your vacuum cleaner in a cool, dry area. If lters have been cleaned as per
user guide instructions ensure they are thoroughly dry before storing away.

Please keep instructions for further use.

Thank you for buying this Power Compact.

Taking care of your carpets and hard oors

The Power Compact is designed to make vacuuming carpets and hard oors regularly,
as eective and ecient as possible and this user guide will help you get the most out
of your machine. Maintaining your carpets and hard oors will ensure they keep their
appearance for longer and Vax will help you take good care of them.

Taking care of your Power Compact

Also inside this guide are instructions on maintaining your new machine, so that it’s always ready
when you are to tackle your carpets and hard oors.

Let us know what you think @VaxUK

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

Contents

Power Compact

(Included with all models)

Let’s talk safety

Getting to know your machine

Getting started

Using your machine

Taking care of your machine

Let’s talk technical

Accessories

What to do if it goes wrong

Getting in touch

Notes

Included with
your machine

Extension Hose 1.5m

Dusting Brush

Crevice Tool

Extension Tube

Hard Floor Tool

Initial Setup for normal operation

1. Use the base accessories.
a. Shortest hose.
b. Extension tube set to shortest practicable length.

2. Clean lters installed.

3. Dust receptacle empty.

4. All Bleeds must be closed.

5. Floorheads/tools set to Carpet Mode for carpet cleaning.

6. Mechanical Agitation turned ON for carpet cleaning.

7. Floorheads/tools set to Hard Floor Mode for hard oor cleaning.

8. Mechanical Agitation turned OFF for hard oor cleaning.

Accessory Hose

Getting to know your machine

Extension tube
and crevice tool

Handle release button

Dust brush holder

Handle

Carry handle

Dirt container
release button

Separator

Dirt container lid

Dirt container

Pre-motor lter
(hidden)

Filter release clip

Upper release
cord hook

Name Power Compact
Voltage See rating label on machine for details
Wattage See rating label on machine for details
Cord length 8m
Weight 5.25kg

Technical Specication

Subject to technical change without notice.

Filter Kit (Type 110)

1-1-134394-00

Belt Kit (Type 25)
1-1-134411 -00

TurboTool (Type 6*)

1-1-134419-00

Crevice Tool (Type 16)

1-1-134427-00

Dusting Brush (Type 10)

1-1-134426-00

Accessories & Consumables

* Selected models only.

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

Hose connector

Hose inlet

On/O button

Floorhead

Hose

Height adjuster dial