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U86-PF Series
Performance Floors & All
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Project: Performance Floors & All UG
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Thank you for buying this Performance Floors & All.
Taking care of your carpets and hard oors
The Performance Floors & All 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 carpets and hard oors for your home for a reason and Vax will help you
take good care of them.
Taking care of your Performance Floors & All
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.
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 appliance can be used by children aged from 8
years and above and 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. Cleaning
and user maintenance shall not be made by children
without supervision.
• Only Vax recommended tools should be used with
this vacuum cleaner.
Please keep instructions for further use and use only
as instructed in this guide.
Basic safety precautions
3 Turn o all controls on the vacuum cleaner before
disconnecting or connecting the power cord, hose
or accessories.
3 Always make sure both the pre-motor/post motor
lters are in place before use.
3 Always take extra care when positioning the vacuum
cleaner on the stairs.
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 British
13amp fuse. Always protect the power cable from
heated surfaces and open ames.
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 could be
a trip hazard.
3 Store your vacuum cleaner in a cool, dry area.
If lters have been cleaned as per user guide
instructions make sure they are thoroughly dry
before storing away.
Don’ts
Do’s
8 Don’t use the vacuum cleaner if it has been dropped,
damaged or left outdoors.
8 Don’t run over the power cord or use the vacuum
cleaner if the power cord or plug is damaged. Please
contact our Customer Care Line.
8 Don’t handle the plug or use the vacuum cleaner with
wet hands.
8 Don’t use the power cord as a handle, pull the power
cord around corners, sharp edges, close a door over
the power cord or unplug the vacuum cleaner by
pulling on the power cord.
8 Don’t vacuum up sharp or hard objects or 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.
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.
Let’s talk safety
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. 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., Kingswood Road, Hampton Lovett, Droitwich, Worcestershire, WR9 0QH, UK
Let us know what you think @VaxUK
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Contents Getting to know your machine
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
Notes
Extension tube
release button
Power Cord
Hose
Hose to handle connector
Handle
Air bleed hole
Dirt container release button
Separator
Post motor lter
Hose to machine connector
Extension tube
Performance Floors & All
2 in 1 tool
Included with
your machine
TurboTool
Pre-motor lter
Post-motor lter
Name Performance Floors & All
Voltage 220-240V~50Hz
Wattage 1200W
Cord length 10m
Weight 7.5kg
Technical Specication
Subject to technical change without notice.
Filter Kit (Type 85)*
1-1-133857-00
Belt Kit (Type 22)*
1-1-133858-00
Pro Cleaning Kit (Type 2)
1-1-133326-00
Turbo Tool (Type 1)
1-1-126261-00
Flat Upholstery Tool (Type 2)
1-1-131394-00
Flexi Crevice Tool (Type 2)
1-1-131393-00
2 in 1 Tool (Type 3)
1-9-132115-00
Accessories & Consumables
*To purchase consumables and accessories, please visit vax.co.uk
Main body release button
Power on/o button
Dirt container
Quick release
cord hook
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Push the hose into the
hose clips on the machine.
Wrap the power cord around
the quick release cord hook
and the lower cord hook,
continue wrapping the power
cord until it is secure.
Assembling your upright
Twist the quick release
cord hook to release the
power cord.
Plug in the machine.
Press the power on/o
button to turn on.
Place your foot gently
onto the oorhead and
pull the handle back to
recline the machine.
Before you begin cleaning
• Always switch o and unplug the vacuum cleaner before connecting or disconnecting the hose/attachments,
or removing and emptying the dirt container.
• 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 vacuum).
• For best cleaning results lters require cleaning at least every 3 months.
• If the vacuum cleaner is blocked, switch o and unplug before removing the blockage.
• When using the accessories always make sure the brushbar is switched to the o position.
Getting started Using your machine
PLEASE READ ‘LET’S TALK SAFETY’ AT THE BEGINNING BEFORE USE
Place the dirt
container onto the
main body and click
into position.
Align the main body
with the oor head
and push into place.
Push the hose into
the hose to handle
connector and twist to
lock into position.
Insert the extension
tube into the top of
the main body and
click into place.
To release the handle with
extension tube press the
extension tube release
button and lift the handle
to remove.
Using the oorhead without the main body
To remove the main body:
Hold the dirt container
handle, press the main
body release button and lift
to remove.
Put the main body to one
side, use oorhead for
dicult to reach places.
Press extension tube
release button and lift the
handle to remove.
Press handle release
button, pull extension tube
to remove.
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Press the dirt container
release button and pull to
remove the dirt container.
Emptying and cleaning the dirt container
Cleaning the post motor lter
Using your machine Taking care of your machine
Press extension tube release
button and lift handle to
remove extension tube.
Hold dirt container over a bin
and press the dirt container
release button to open,
allowing dirt to fall out.
Choose an accessory. Attach accessories to the
end of extension tube
or handle.
Attaching accessories to telescopic tube or handle
Always hold the vacuum
cleaner when using the
hose or extension tube.
TIP
Don’t overll the dirt container
to avoid clogging the lter.
When re-attaching
the dirt container,
align the base rst
then push until you
hear an audible
click. The dirt
container is now
locked in place.
Tap the lter over a bin to
release any dirt.
Wash the lter under
running water (40oC max).
tap
24hr
TIP
For best cleaning results lters
require cleaning at least every
three months.
Leave to fully dry for at least 24 hours
before putting back into the vacuum cleaner.
Grasp tab on lter and
pull to remove.
Turn the dirt container
lid anti-clockwise and lift
to remove.
24hr
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TIP
Always make sure the shroud
is fully dry and correctly
tted before replacing back
into the machine.
Grasp tab on lter and
pull to remove.
Turn the dirt container
lid anti-clockwise and lift
to remove.
Cleaning the shroud
Cleaning the post motor lter
Press button on post motor
lter cover and remove.
Lift the shroud from the dirt
container and tap over a bin
to remove dirt and debris.
Tap the post motor lter
over a bin to remove any
dirt and debris and replace
it into the machine.
Pull the post motor lter
from the machine.
Wash the shroud under running water (Max
40’C) and leave to fully dry for at least 24 hours
before replacing back into the dirt container.
tap
24hr
40
o
C max
!
Switch o your vacuum
cleaner at the main socket.
Using a pair of scissors,
cut any hair or debris free
from around the brushbar.
Remove the rubber ring. Push both buttons to open
the turbo tool.
Using a pair of scissors,
cut any hair or debris free
from around the brushes.
Switch o and unplug your
vacuum cleaner. Recline
the vacuum and lie it on its
front, remove 5 screws to
release brushbar cover.
Lift the brushbar out of the
oor head and remove the
drive belt.
Remove the brushbar cover
and push the oor head
into reclined position.
Remove the drive belt and
any debris from the spindle.
Loop new drive belt around
the spindle rst and then onto
the brushbar. Insert the
brushbar back into oor head
and replace the brushbar cover,
insert 5 screws to secure.
Removing debris from the brushbar
Removing blockages from the TurboTool
Taking care of your machine Let’s talk technical
Grasp the centre of the
shroud and pull
to remove.
Changing the belt
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• Check the ‘This pack contains’ panel on the box to make sure the
part is included with your machine.
• 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).
• The brushbar may be clogged, check the brushbar and clear any
hair or debris.
• The belt may be broken, go to ‘Let’s talk technical’.
• The dirt container may be installed correctly, remove the dirt container and
re-attach making sure it is clicked rmly into place.
• There may be a blockage in the hose. Please remove the hose from the
vacuum cleaner, check and clear any blockages.
• Dirt container may be blocked, empty the dirt container and clean lters.
Go to the ‘Taking care of your machine’.
• If the accessory/tool will not pick up, check and clear any blockages.
• The brushbar may not be turning. Go to ‘My brushbar isn’t turning’ below.
Solution
Problem
Warning: Always switch o and unplug the vacuum cleaner before performing maintenance/troubleshooting checks.
What to do if it goes wrong Getting in touch
There is an
accessory missing
Why does my vacuum
cleaner have no power?
Why won’t the vacuum
cleaner pick up?
My brushbar
isn’t turning?
* Calls are charged at the UK local rate. Please make a note of the serial number and model number of the vacuum cleaner
before calling.
Guarantee?
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Accessories
Don’t forget your accessories!
Order at: www.vax.co.uk/spares-and-solutions
Pro cleaning kit
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.
Notes
TurboTool
1-1-126261-00
Use the TurboTool for vacuuming your stairs,
upholstery and car interiors. It’s great for picking up
stubborn pet hair.
Flat Upholstery Tool
1-1-131394-00
Cleans large areas of upholstery like sofas and
curtains, quickly and eectively.
2 in 1 Tool
1-1-132115-00
2-in-1 tool includes crevice tool for awkward areas
and corners and a dusting brush for areas such
as skirting.
Flexi Crevice Tool
1-1-131393-00
A handy long, exible tool for getting far behind and
around furniture.
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Vax Ltd., Kingswood Road, Hampton Lovett, Droitwich, Worcestershire, WR9 0QH, UK
email: info@vax.co.uk website: vax.co.uk
Version 1.0
EEC Statement of Compliance: Manufacturer/EEC importer: Vax Limited, hereby on our own responsibility,
declare that the U86-PF series is 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.
@VaxUK
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