Vax U85-WN-BE Instruction manual

PowerCompact

CYCLONIC BAGLESS
UPRIGHT VACUUM

LET’S GET STARTED.

U85-WN-Be

Let’s talk safety

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

Basic
safety
precautions

Don’ts

•

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

•

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

•

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

•

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).

•

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

•

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.

•

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

Do’s

•

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

•

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

•

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

•

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

•

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

•

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.

•

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.

•

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).

•

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

•

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

•

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.

•

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.

•

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

•

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

•

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.

•

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.

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 us know what you think @VaxUK

Contents

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

Power Compact

(Included with all models)

Included with
your machine

Hard Floor Tool

Extension Hose 1.5m

Dusting Brush

Crevice Tool

Extension Tube

Accessory Hose

Getting in touch

Notes

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.

Getting to know your machine Getting started

Handle

Carry handle

Dirt container
release button

Pre-motor lter
(hidden)

Dirt container lid

Dirt container

Separator

Filter release clip

Height adjuster dial

Floorhead

Technical Specication

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

Dust brush holder

Handle release button

Upper release
cord hook

Extension tube
and crevice tool

Hose inlet

Hose

On/O button

Hose connector

Accessories & Consumables

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

Subject to technical change without notice.

* Selected models only.

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

PLEASE READ ‘LET’S TALK SAFETY’ AT THE BEGINNING BEFORE USE

Before you begin cleaning

CAUTION: Always switch o the vacuum cleaner before connecting or disconnecting the hose/attachments

or removing and emptying the dirt container.

IMPORTANT: The vacuum cleaner is equipped with a thermal cut-out. If for any reason the vacuum cleaner does
overheat the thermostat will automatically turn the vacuum cleaner o. If this happens switch the vacuum cleaner o
and unplug from electrical socket. Remove and empty the dirt container also check the vacuum cleaner for blockages.
Allow the vacuum cleaner to cool for approximately 1 hour (if you have cleaned the lters please wait 24 hours for the
lters to fully dry before putting back into the machine).

Filters require cleaning at least every 3-6 months. If the vacuum cleaner is blocked, switch o and unplug before
removing the blockage.

When the vacuum cleaner is stood in the upright position, or when using the hose and tools the brushbar height adjuster
must be set to the highest setting.

Assembling your vacuum cleaner

Lift handle up and
click into place.

Push extension tube and
crevice tool onto holder.

Line up latch on accessory hose,
push until clicks into place.

Put dusting brush into dusting
brush holder with brushes
facing outwards.

Push accessory hose into
hose to machine connector.

Line up TurboTool brushes into
TurboTool holder, push into place
until it clicks (some models only).

Using your machine Using your machine

IMPORTANT: Always switch o and unplug the vacuum cleaner before connecting or disconnecting the hose/

attachments, or removing and emptying the dirt container.

The accessories can be attached to the extension tube or directly to the hose.

When using accessories on the hose/extension tube raise the height adjuster to the highest setting.

Plug vacuum cleaner
into the mains,
switch on. Turn brushbar
height adjuster dial
to desired setting.

Using accessories

Pull hose out of hose
to machine connector.

Press On/O button
to switch on.

Attach accessory hose
to extension hose.

Place foot on oorhead
and pull handle to recline.

If required attach extension
hose to extension tube.

Choose an accessory.

Attach accessory
to tube/hose.

For best performance
use your vacuum
cleaner with only
the accessory
hose attached.

TIP

Using on the stairs

Using your machine

This vacuum cleaner
has a constantly rotating
brushbar. When cleaning
on stairs raise the height
adjuster dial to the highest
setting. The brushbar
must overhang the stair
tread. Always take care
when cleaning stairs.

Hold vacuum cleaner with brushbar over tread of stairs.

CAUTION

Hard oor cleaning

Always raise the height of the brushbar to hard oor setting when using the vacuum cleaner on lino
and hard oor. Apply the hard oor adaptor for optimum results on hard oors.

Hard oor cleaning tool.

Line up oor tool with base of vacuum
cleaner, push it until it clicks into place.

Lie vacuum cleaner on its
back exposing brushbar.

To ensure the oor
tool is correctly tted,
the wheels should be
towards the back of the
oor tool when attached
to vacuum cleaner.

TIP

Taking care of your machine

IMPORTANT: The motor is equipped with a thermal cut-out. If for any reason the machine should overheat,

the thermostat will automatically turn the machine o. Switch o and unplug the vacuum cleaner. Check the
machine for blockages and clean the lters. Wash the pre-motor lters with warm water (40°C max) and leave
for 24 hours or until fully dry before replacing into the machine.

Filters require cleaning at least every 3-6 months (depending on the level of use).

Don’t use your vacuum cleaner without all the lters in place.

Emptying the dirt container

Press the dirt container
release button, pull to remove.

Hold dirt container
over a bin.

Cleaning the HEPA media pre-motor lter

Turn the dirt container
lid anti-clockwise,
lift to remove.

Rinse under water
(max 40°C).

Turn the HEPA
media pre-motor
lter anti-clockwise,
pull to remove.

24hr

Leave to dry for
24 hours or until
fully dry before
placing back in the
vacuum cleaner.

Press the dirt release clip,
allowing dirt/debris to fall out.

Tap HEPA media
pre-motor lter over
a bin to remove
any dirt/debris.

Line up HEPA media
pre-motor lter tabs
in dirt container lid,
turn clockwise until it
clicks into place.

Don’t over ll the
dirt container to
avoid blocking the
air ow through
the vacuum cleaner
and replace lters
every 6-9 months.

TIP

Cleaning the separator

Taking care of your machine

Turn separator
anti-clockwise
to ‘unlock’, pull
to remove.

Tap separator over
a bin to remove
any dirt/debris.

Using a soft brush
clean any dirt/debris
out of the separator.

Line up tabs on
separator with dirt
container, turn
separator clockwise
to ‘lock’ and click
into place.

The separator
should sit on seal
in bottom of dirt
container when
correctly tted.

Post-motor lter maintenance

IMPORTANT: The post motor lter is designed to oer long life with no maintenance. The lter should be

checked periodically and when heavily discoloured it should be replaced. Please do not wash, scrub or brush the
lter as this will damage the lter

Press post-motor
lter cover clip,
pull to remove.

Remove post­motor lter.

Check the post
motor lter for
any discolouration.

Storing your vacuum cleaner

Wrap the power
around the quick
cord release hooks.

Press handle
release button.

Lower handle
downwards.

Always use the
carry handle to lift
and carry the machine.

Taking care of your machine

Storing extension hose on vacuum cleaner (optional)

Remove hose end from
the oorhead.

Wrap hose around
hose guide.

Attach accessory hose
to extension hose.

Bring hose over
and behind the
carry handle.

Insert the hose into
the oorhead.

Let’s talk technical

IMPORTANT: Unplug and switch o vacuum cleaner before performing maintenance or troubleshooting checks.

Removing debris from the brushbar

Using a pair of scissors
remove any threads
or hair caught around
the brushbar.

Let’s talk technical

Removing a blockage from the hose

Remove hose end
from the oorhead.

Replacing the belt

Lie vacuum cleaner
on its back exposing
brushbars. Use a cross
head screwdriver.
Undo 5 screws.

Lift clip under the
hose inlet.

Remove any blockage by inserting
a long, blunt object in to the hose.

Lift to remove
brushbar cover.

Pull latch out and
remove hose.

Lift to remove
brushbar. Remove and
dispose of old belt.

Line up latch, push until
it clicks into place.

Test for blockages by
dropping a small ball of
paper through the those.
Remove any blockage
by inserting wire

Clean any debris from
spindle. Place new
belt on spindle.

TIP

Place belt on rounded
area of brushbar
without bristles.

Line up right side of
brushbar with base, push
into place. Lift and push
left side of brushbar until
clicks into place.

Line up brushbar
cover, push until it
clicks into place.
Replace 5 screws
and tighten.

If the brushbar does not
rotate easily then the belt
may not have been tted
correctly. Make sure the
belt is not twisted.

CAUTION

Accessories

Don’t forget your accessories!

Order at: www.vax.co.uk/spares-and-solutions

Pro Cleaning Kit (Type 2)
1-1-133326-00

All our best tools all in one kit that makes cleaning
your home quicker, easier and with even better results.
We’ve taken care of cleaning all of the hard to reach
areas such as on top of cupboards and in between
blinds to the dust that collates behind and
within the radiator.

What to do if it goes wrong

Is there an accessory
missing?

Why does my vacuum
cleaner have no power?

Why won’t the vacuum
cleaner pick up?

SolutionProblem

• Check the ‘This pack contains’ panel on the box to make sure the
part is included with your vacuum cleaner.

• The plug may not be fully pushed into the electrical socket.

• Check the fuse in the plug if this needs replacing, always replace with
a British 13amp fuse.

• The motor thermostat may have tripped. If this has happened, unplug
the vacuum cleaner. Remove and empty the dirt container and check the
hose for blockages. Clean the lters and allow the vacuum cleaner to cool
for approximately 1 hour (if you have washed the lters you will need
to wait 24 hours for the lters to fully dry before putting them back into
the vacuum cleaner).

• There may be a blockage in the hose. Please remove the hose from the
vacuum cleaner, check and clear any blockages. Go to ‘Let’s talk technical’,

• Empty the dirt container and clean lters. Go to the ‘Taking care of your
machine’ page.

• The brushbar may not be turning. Go to ‘My brushbar isn’t turning?’ below.

• The brushbar height adjuster dial may not be set to the correct setting.
Go to ‘Using your machine’.

• If the accessory/tool will not pick up, check and clear any blockages.
Go to ‘Let’s talk technical’.

• Make sure the hard oor adaptor is attached/unattached dependant
on the oor surface

My brushbar
isn’t turning?

• The brushbar may be clogged, check the brushbar and clear any
hair or debris. Go to ‘Let’s talk technical’.

• The belt might be broken, go to ‘Let’s talk technical’.

Getting in touch

†

Registration required. Terms and conditions apply, see vax.co.uk for details.

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

Notes Notes

GET IN TOUCH

0330 026 8455 [e-mail] vax.co.uk @Vax UK

EEC Statement of Compliance: Manufacturer/EEC importer: Vax Limited, hereby on our own responsibility,
declare that the U85-WN-Be manufactured in compliance with the following Directives:
Safety: 2006/95/EC Low Voltage Directive. EMC: 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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