Vax U86-ACe Series, Air3 Compact Getting Started Manual
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U86-ACe Series
Air3 Compact
Let’s get started
Basic safety precautions
This vacuum cleaner is intended for
household use only and NOT for
commercial or industrial use.
• 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.
• 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.
Please keep instructions for further
use.
Let’s talk safety Let’s talk safety
Do's
3 Turn o all controls on the vacuum
cleaner before disconnecting or
connecting the power cord.
3 Always keep the power cord away
from the brushes whilst using your
vacuum cleaner. After use always
wrap the power cord around the
cord clips provided.
3 Always make sure both the
pre-motor/post motor lters
are in place before use.
3 Always switch o the vacuum
cleaner before disconnecting
or connecting the hose
and accessories.
3 Keep all openings clear and free
from debris as this may aect the
airow/suction.
3 Always replace the fuse in the plug
with a 13amp fuse.
3 Always protect the power cable from
heated surfaces and
open ames.
3 Always ensure the brushbar is
turned o when using your vacuum
on the stairs and take extra care
when positioning the vacuum
cleaner on your stairs.
Do’s - continued
3 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.
3 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.
Don’ts
8 Don’t use this vacuum cleaner if it
has been dropped, damaged or
left outdoors.
8 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:
0844 4128 455 (Mon - Fri
8:30am to 6:30pm, Sat 9:00am
to 5:00pm.
8 Don’t handle the plug or use the
vacuum cleaner with wet hands.
8 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.
8 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.
8 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).
8 Don’t attempt to remove blockages
with sharp objects as this may cause
damage to your vacuum cleaner.
8 Don’t vacuum up hard or sharp
objects such as glass, nails,
screws or coins etc.
8 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.
Thank you for buying this Air3 Compact.
Taking care of your carpets and hard oors
The Air
3
Compact is designed to make vacuuming carpets and hard oors regularly, as eective
and ecient 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.
You’ve chosen the carpets and hard oors for your home for a reason and Vax will help you take
good care of them.
Taking care of your Air
3
Compact
Also inside this guide are instructions on maintaining your new vacuum cleaner, 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) 0844 412 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. Before you call we’ll need you to have the following information
to hand:
Your Machine
Your Proof of Purchase or
Warranty registration code
Alternatively, you can write to us at:
Vax Ltd., Kingswood Road, Hampton Lovett, Droitwich, Worcestershire, WR9 0QH, UK
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
What to do if it goes wrong
Getting in touch
Accessories
Air 3 Compact
2-in-1 crevice tool
and dusting brush
Included with
your machine
Pre-motor lter
Post-motor lter
Initial Setup for normal operation
1. Use the base accessories.
– Shortest hose
– Extension tub e set to shortest practicable lengt h.
2. Clean lters installe d.
3. Dust receptacle empt y.
4. All Bleeds m ust be closed.
5. Variable Power set to Maximum.
6. Floor hea ds/tools set to Carp et Mode for carpet cleaning.
7. Mechanical Agitation set tu rned ON for carpet cleaning.
8. Floor hea ds/tools set to Hard Floor Mode for hard oo r cleaning.
9. Mechanical Agitation set tu rned OFF for hard oor cleaning.
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