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User Guide
U87-ZM-B / U87-ZM-P / U87-ZM-R / U87-ZM-PF
Designed in the UK
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Contents
Contents
Machine Overview
General Safety Information
Getting Started
How To Use
Looking After Your Machine — Filters and Dirt Container
Looking After Your Machine — Filters
Looking After Your Machine — Removing Blockages
Looking After Your Machine — Brushbar
FAQs
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Other Information
Guarantee
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Handle
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Telescopic extension tube
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Dirt container release button
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Power on/o button
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Separator
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Dirt container
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Hose holder
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Post-motor lter cover
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Hose to machine connector
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Carpet height adjuster
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TurboTool holder
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Handle release button
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Quick release cord wrap
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Hose
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Cord
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Flexi crevice tool
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(available with U87-ZM-PF)
Fur & Flu tool
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(available with U87-ZM-PF)
3-in-1 crevice, dust and
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upholstery tool
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TurboTool
(available with U87-ZM-P,
U87-ZM-PF, U87-ZM-R)
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Pre-motor lter
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Post-motor lter
Machine Overview
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NOTE: Some parts may vary according to model. Please check inside ap of box for more details.
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General Safety Information
This vacuum cleaner is intended for household use only and NOT for commercial or industrial use.
Please keep instructions for further use.
When using the vacuum cleaner basic safety precautions should always be observed, including the following:
1. Only use the vacuum cleaner indoors on dry surfaces.
2. Turn o the on/o switch on the vacuum cleaner controls before disconnecting or connecting
from the mains supply.
3. Always unplug the vacuum cleaner before connecting or disconnecting the vacuum hose and accessories.
4. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
5. This appliance is not intended for use by children under eight years of age and persons with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have
been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understands
the hazards involved.
6. Cleaning and maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.
7. The appliance should only be used as described in the quick start guide or in the full online user guide.
8. Only Vax recommended attachments should be used with this appliance.
9. Do not use this vacuum cleaner if it has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors or dropped into water.
Do not use this vacuum cleaner with a damaged cord or plug. If the supply cord is damaged return the
vacuum cleaner to Vax for examination, repair or adjustment.
10. Do not pull or carry this appliance by the cord. Do not use the cord as a handle, close a door on the cord or
pull the cord around sharp edges or corners. Do not run the vacuum cleaner over the cord. Keep the cord
away from heated surfaces.
11. Do not handle the plug or the vacuum cleaner with wet hands.
12. Keep hair, loose clothing, ngers and all parts of the body away from openings and moving parts.
13. Do not pick up any hot coals, cigarette butts, matches or any hot, smoking or burning objects.
14. Do not pick up any ammable or combustible materials (lighter uid, petrol, kerosene etc.) or use in the
presence of explosive liquids or vapours.
15. Do not vacuum up harmful or toxic material (chlorine, bleach, ammonia, drain cleaner etc.).
16. Do not vacuum up hard or sharp objects such as glass, nails, screws, coins etc.
17. Store the vacuum cleaner in a cool, dry area.
18. Use only CE approved 13 amp extension cords. Non-approved cords may overheat. Care should be taken to
arrange the cord so that the cord cannot be tripped over.
19. Do not put any objects into openings. Do not use with any openings blocked and do not restrict airow.
Keep all openings free of dust, lint, hair or anything that might reduce airow.
20. Do not use without all of the lters in place.
21. Take extra care when positioning the vacuum cleaner on the stairs.
22. Please ensure that the brushbar is turned o when you are vacuuming on the stairs.
23. Keep vacuuming area well lit.
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Getting Started
PLEASE READ SAFETY INFORMATION BEFORE USE (p3)
Before plugging the cord into the electrical outlet, make sure the switch is in the ‘o’ position. Hold the vacuum cleaner
rmly when starting and in use.
Assembling your upright
Insert the backbone into
the oorhead.
Attach hose clip to the
air inlet tube.
Plug in and switch on
your machine.
Insert the cord holder into
the hole at the bottom of the
product backbone.
1. Place the dirt container
onto the product and
click in place to secure.
2. Store the extension tube
in to the handle then
Insert the handle at the
top of the product.
Now take the small clip and
push it down between the
end of the cord holder and
the machine, to lock the cord
holder in place.
Hose connector ts into the
air inlet tube bayonet.
1. Insert the short end of
the hose into the tube at
the back of the machine.
2. Wrap the hose around
the machine and
connect the hose end
to the oorhead.
1. Attach TurboTool clip to
the handle
2. Snap TurboTool into
position.
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How To Use
NOTE: Please select the hard oor setting on the brushbar height adjustment dial when using on hard oor,
vinyl or lino to ensure the brushbar is in the highest position to avoid damaging your oor.
NOTE: This unit has a constantly rotating brushbar. The Height Adjust dial must be set to the highest mode before
using the hose and attaching accessories.
How to use
Twist the cord holder
to release the cord.
Choose your desired carpet
height or hardoor setting.
Using accessories
Remove hose end from
the oorhead.
Choose an accessory.
Telescopic extension tube
Remove telescopic
extension tube from
inside product handle.
Turn the telescopic tube and
attach to the handle.
Plug in your machine
and turn it on.
Attach accessory adapter
to hose end.
Attach hose to top of
product handle.
Don’t over ll the container to
avoid clogging your lter.
Attach accessory
to hose end.
Attach accessory to telescopic
extension tube.
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Looking After Your Machine –
24hr
Filters and Dirt Container
NOTE: Wash lters with warm water (40°C max) at least every 3 months for best cleaning results. For detailed information
on maintaining your vacuum cleaner and its lters, please refer to the full user guide at vax.co.uk/support
Emptying and cleaning the dirt container
Press dirt container
release button to remove
the dirt container.
Hold dirt container over a bin
and unclip the lock on the
bottom of the dirt container,
allowing the dirt to fall out.
Cleaning the pre-motor lter
Turn the dirt container
lid anti-clockwise
to remove.
Tap the lter over a bin
to release and dirt.
Remove the dirt
container lid.
Wash the lter under
running water
(40 degree max).
Close the base of the dirt
container and click dirt
container back onto the product.
Use the tab on the lter
to pull the lter out of
its housing.
40˚C
MAX
Leave to dry for 24 hours
and then replace before
using your vacuum.
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Looking After Your Machine – Filters
Cleaning the shroud
Turn the dirt container
lid anti-clockwise
to remove.
Remove the pre-motor lter
to allow access to the shroud.
Cleaning the post-motor lter
Remove the exhaust cover
under the bin to nd the post
motor lter.
Remove the lter.
40˚C
MAX
Tap the shroud over a bin
to release dirt.
24hr
40˚C
MAX
Wash the shroud under
running water and leave to
dry. The shroud will need to
be placed back properly.
24hr
Tap the post-motor lter over
a bin to release the dirt.
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Wash the lter under running
water (40 degree max)
Leave to dry for 24 hours
and then replace before using
your vacuum.
Looking After Your Machine –
Removing Blockages
IMPORTANT: If the air inlet, hose or telescopic tube is blocked, switch o the vacuum cleaner and remove
the blockage(s) before re-starting the vacuum cleaner.
Removing debris from the brushbar
Switch o your vacuum cleaner at the
main socket. Using a pair of scissors
cut any hair or debris free from around
the brushbar.
Removing blockages from the TurboTool
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Looking After Your Machine – Brushbar
Changing the belt
Switch o your vacuum
cleaner at the main socket
and unplug. Unclip the 2
small wheels from the base
of the vacuum to enable you
to remove the screws from
behind.
Note: The screw for the
height adjuster dial is
located here.
Place the belt by attaching it to the
brushbar and hooking it onto the
metal side.
Remove the 9 screws from
the base of the oorhead
cover.
Remove the oorhead cover. Lift the brushbar from the
Once the belt has been replaced attach
the brushbar back onto the vacuum.
machine to remove the belt.
Note: To remove debris from
the brushbar see page 8.
Attach the oorhead cover, 2 small
wheels and height adjuster dial by
screwing back into place.
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FAQs
Warning: To reduce the risk of personal injury, unplug the vacuum cleaner before performing maintenance/troubleshooting checks.
Is there an accessory missing?
• Check the ‘Getting Started’ page in this guide or the box that the machine came in to make sure that the part is denitely included in your unit.
• If it is missing, we’re here to help. Simply call us on 0844 412 8455
Why won’t the vacuum cleaner pick up?
• The lters may need cleaning, please refer to the ‘Looking After Your Machine – Filters’ page of this user guide (p6-7)
• The separator may be clogged, please refer to the ‘Looking After Your Machine – Filters’ page of this user guide (p6-7)
• There may be a blockage in the hose, please check the hose and remove the blockage
• The dirt container may be full or blocked, please refer to the ‘Looking After Your Machine – Emptying and cleaning dirt container’ page of this
user guide (p6)
• The dirt container may be incorrectly installed, please ensure the dirt container is locked in place
• The brushbar may not be turning, please refer to the ‘Looking After Your Machine Brushbar page 9
Why won’t the accessories pick up properly?
• The TurboTool may be blocked, please refer to the ‘Looking After Your Machine – Removing Blockages’ page in this user guide (p8)
• The accessory may be broken
What do I do if an accessory/the unit becomes damaged or broken?
• Please check if the damage is with the accessory or the unit. To do this, rstly remove the accessory from the unit and check if there is suction
from the hose. If there is suction from the hose this conrms that the damage is with the accessory.
Please visit ‘spares shop website’ – vax.co.uk/support
• If having done the above checks, checked the hose for blockages and cleaned the lters there is still no suction/limited suction from the hose,
please call our Vax Careline 0844 412 8455
Why is dust escaping from the vacuum?
• The lters may not be installed correctly, please refer to the ‘Looking After Your Machine – Filters’ page of the user guide (p6-7)
• The dirt container may be full or blocked, please refer to the ‘Looking After Your Machine – Emptying and cleaning dirt container’ page of this
user guide (p6)
• The lters may need cleaning, please refer to the ‘Looking After Your Machine – Filters’ page of this user guide (p6-7)
• There may be a blockage in the hose, please check the hose and remove the blockage
Why does my vacuum cleaner have no power?
• It may not be plugged into the electrical socket correctly. Ensure that the plug is pushed into the electrical socket securely
• The electrical socket may not be working. Check the fuse or breaker and consult an electrician
• The motor thermostat may have tripped. Switch o and unplug the vacuum cleaner. Check the unit for blockages, clean the lters – please refer
to the ‘Looking After Your Machine – Filters’ page of this user guide (p6-7) and clean the separator (please refer to the ‘Looking After Your
Machine – Emptying and cleaning dirt container’ page of this user guide (p6). Leave the vacuum cleaner for 24 hours before switching the
vacuum cleaner back on
Why isn’t my brushbar rotating?
• The belt may be broken
• The brushbar may be jammed. Please refer to the ‘Looking After Your Machine – Removing Blockages’ page of this user guide and
remove any blockages (p8)
Why does the vacuum cleaner cut out?
• The motor is equipped with a thermal cut-out. If for any reason the unit should overheat, the thermostat will automatically turn the unit o.
Should this occur, unplug the vacuum cleaner from the electrical socket and turn o the switch. Remove and empty the dirt container. Check
the hose for blockages. Clean the lters. Allow the unit to cool for approximately 1 hour (if you have cleaned the lters you will need to wait
24 hours for the lters to dry before putting them back in the machine)
What do I do if the unit becomes damaged or broken?
• We’re here to help. Simply call 0844 412 8455 or visit vax.co.uk
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Other Information
UK Service & Help
Any queries or concerns about using your Vax, simply visit; vax.co.uk/support – vaxireland.ie or call
the Vax Careline. Calls are charged at the UK local rate. Please have your machine with you when calling.
Vax Careline:
(UK) 0844 412 8455
(ROI) 1-800 928 308
Monday-Friday 8.30am to 6.30pm
Saturday-9.00am to 5.00pm
Consumables
To purchase spares and accessories, please visit vax.co.uk
The use of genuine vax spare parts helps to maintain optimised
performance and validates your guarantee
3-in-1 tool (Type 1): 1-1-129167-00
TurboTool (Type 1): 1-1-126261-00
Flexi crevice tool (Type 1): 1-1-131393-00
Fur and Flu tool (Type 1): 1-1-131392-00
Adapter: 1-1-128056-00
Technical Specication
Voltage: 220-240V -50Hz
Filters: Pre-motor lter (washable)
HEPA (anti-bacterial) Post-motor lter
Subject to technical change without notice.
EEC Statement of Compliance
Manufacturer/EEC importer: Vax Limited, hereby on our own responsibility, declare that the
U87-ZM 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.
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Guarantee
It’s quick and easy to register for your
FREE 2 year guarantee
online at: vax.co.uk/guarantees
Please retain your original receipt for proof of purchase.
UK based customer care centre — Open 6 days a week
Monday-Friday 8:30am-6:30pm
Saturday 9:00am-5:00pm
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
Let us know what you think @VaxUK
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