Vax V-075E Instruction Manual

EEC STATEMENT OF COMPLIANCE

Manufacturer/EEC importer: Vax Limited, hereby on our own responsibility, declare that the

V-075E bagged cylinder is manufactured in compliance with the following Directives:

Safety: 73/23/EEC Low Voltage Directive

EMC: 89/336/EEC 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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email: [e-mail] – website: www.ryobi-europe.com

DÉCLARATION DE CONFORMITÉ CE

Le fabricant/ importateur CE : Vax Ltd déclare que ce produit V-075E est conforme à :

La Directive Basse tension : 73/23/CEE

La Directive CEM : 89/336/CEE sur la compatibilité électromagnétique

Les appareils électriques usagés ne doivent pas être jetés avec les déchets ménagers.

Renseignez-vous sur la collecte sélective, auprès des autorités locales ou de votre revendeur

EEG-VERKLARING VAN OVEREENSTEMMING

Fabrikant/EEG-importeur: Vax Limited, verklaart hierbij op eigen verantwoordelijkheid, dat de V-075E stofzuiger

met zak is geproduceerd in overeenstemming met de volgende Richtlijnen:

Veiligheid: 73/23/EEG Laagspanningsrichtlijn

EMC: 89/336/EEG Elektromagnetische Compatibiliteit richtlijn

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oer uw oude elektrische appar

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en niet af met het huishoudelijk afval. Lever ze in op de daarvoor bestemde

inzamelplaatsen. Neem voor meer informatie hierover contact op met de gemeente of verkoper.

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Please r

ead carefully before using this cleaner.

Always fully extend the mains cable before use.

Retain for future reference.

Merci de lire attentivement ce livret avant d’utiliser cet appareil.

Déroulez toujours complètement le cordon d’alimentation avant chaque utilisation.

Conservez ce mode d’emploi, pour pouvoir vous y référer ultérieurement.

Lees voor gebruik deze handleiding aandachtig door.

Rol voor gebruik het snoer altijd helemaal uit.

Bewaar deze handleiding zorgvuldig.

• Bagged cylinder

• Aspirateur traîneau

• Stofzuiger met zak

• instruction manual

• mode d’emploi

• handleiding

Vax model number:
Référence Vax :
Vax modelnummer:

V-075E

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3 parts overview

4 safety information

5 assembly / operation / accessories

6 dirt container & filters

7 troubleshooting / contact / technical specification

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9 détail des éléments constituants de l’appareil /

accessoires

10 information de sécurité

11 assemblage / fonctionnement

12 bac à poussière et filtres / nettoyage des filtres

13 diagnostiquer de panne / contact / caractéristiques

techniques

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15 overzicht van de onderdelen

16 veiligheidsinformatie

17 montage / bediening / hulpstukken

18 vuilopvangbak & filters / opheffen van verstoppingen

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obleemoplossing / c

ontactgegevens /

technische specificatie

contents

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V-075E

1. Diagram

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parts overview

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3 4 5 6 7

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1 Carry handle
2 Hose inlet
3 Bag full indicator
4 Tool storage (inside machine)
5 Variable power switch
6 On/off button
7 Post-motor filter cover
8 Cable rewind

9 Wheel
10 Top cover
11 Paper dust bag
12 Pre-motor filter
13 Parking slot
14 Plug

15 Combination floor head
16 Hose
17 Telescopic extension tubes
18 Upholstery tool
19 Dusting brush
20 Crevice tool
21 Hard floor tool

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safety information

2. Safety information

FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.

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 off the vacuum cleaner controls before
connecting to or disconnecting from the mains
supply.

3. Always unplug the vacuum cleaner before connecting or
disconnecting the vacuum hose.

4. Close attention is necessary when used by or near
children. Do not allow children to use as a toy.

5. Use only as described in this manual. Use only the
manufacturer’s recommended attachments.

6. Do not use the vacuum cleaner with a damaged cord
or plug. Do not use the vacuum cleaner if it has been
dropped, damaged, left outdoors or dropped into
water. Return the vacuum cleaner to a Vax
Authorised Service Agent or suitably qualified person
for examination, repair or adjustment.

7. Do not pull or carry 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.

8. Do not handle the plug or vacuum cleaner with wet
hands. Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.

9. Do not put any objects into openings. Do not use
with any openings blocked and do not restrict air
flow. Keep all openings free of dust, lint, hair or
anything that may reduce airflow.

10. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers and all parts of the
body away from openings and moving parts.

11. Do not pick up hot coals, cigarette butts, matches or
any hot, smoking or burning objects.

12. Do not pick up flammable or combustible materials
(lighter fluid, petrol, kerosene, etc) or use in the
presence of explosive liquids or vapours.

13. Do not vacuum up harmful or toxic material
(chlorine bleach, ammonia, dr

ain cleaner

, e

tc).

14. Do not vacuum up hard or sharp objects such as glass,
nails, screws, coins, etc.

15. Do not use without the filters in place.

16.

Use e

xtr

a care when vacuuming on stairs.

17. Keep vacuuming area well lit.

18. Store the vacuum cleaner indoors in a cool, dry area.

19. Turn off the swit

ch be

f

ore unplugging.

20. Use only CE-approved 13 amp extension cords. Non­approved extension cords may overheat. Care should
be taken to arrange the cord so that the cord cannot
be pulled or tripped over.

WARNING: Always switch off and unplug the vacuum

cleaner from the electrical outlet before
assembling, opening or emptying the dirt container,
or before connecting/disconnecting the

attachments.

CAUTION: The vacuum cleaner is a very powerful
unit. Before plugging the cord into the outlet make
sure the switch is in the ‘off’ position. Hold the

vacuum cleaner firmly when starting and in use.

IMPORTANT: If the inlet or hose is blocked, switch
off the vacuum cleaner and remove the blockage(s)
before re-starting the vacuum cleaner.

IMPORTANT: Changing the dust bag and filters
regularly improves vacuum performance.

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

PLEASE KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS
FOR FURTHER USE.

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Motor Thermostat

IMPORTANT: The motor is equipped with a thermal

cut-out. If for any reason, the vacuum cleaner should
o

ver-heat, the thermostat will automatically turn the
unit off. Should this occur, unplug the vacuum cleaner
from the electrical outlet and turn off the switch.
R

emo

v

e the dirt c

on

tainer and empty. Clean the
filters. Allow the cleaner to cool for approximately one
(1) hour. To re-start, plug into an electrical outlet and
switch back on.

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assembly / operation / accessories

3. How to assemble

IMPORTANT: Always unplug the vacuum cleaner

from the electrical outlet before assembling or
removing the accessories.
Insert the flexible hose into the inlet on the main body of
the vacuum cleaner. Push in until it clicks into position
(Fig.3/1).

Push the telescopic extension tube on to the end of the
handle (Fig.3/2).

The telescopic extension tube can be lengthened or
shortened by pushing the button in and sliding the tube
apart or together as required (Fig.3/3).

Fit the combination floor head by pushing onto the
extension tube (Fig.3/4).

4. How to operate

Cord Release

Fully unwind the power cord. A yellow mark on the power
cord indicates the recommended cord length. Do not
exceed the cord length beyond the red mark.

On/off Button

1. Insert the power plug into the electrical outlet. Make
sure the vacuum cleaner is switched off.

2. Press the on/off switch located on the top of the
vacuum cleaner, to switch on the vacuum cleaner and
press the button again to turn the vacuum cleaner off.

Carpet Cleaning

For carpet and rug cleaning, press the rocker switch on the
combination floor head to raise the brushes.

Hard Floor Cleaning

For hard floor cleaning, press the rocker switch on the
combination floor head to lower the brushes.

Cord Rewind

To rewind the power cord, press the cord rewind button,
located on the top of the vacuum cleaner, and guide the
power cord with one hand. This will prevent the cord from
whipping which could cause damage or injury.

Variable Power

Located between the on/off and cord rewind buttons
there is a variable power switch. Slide this forwards and
backwards to adjust the suction power.

Carry Handle

Use the carry handle located at the front of the vacuum
cleaner to move from room to room.

Hose Storage

For convenience, there is a slot located at the back of the
vacuum cleaner where the floor tool and hose can be
parked for carrying and storage.

5. Accessories

1. The accessories can be attached directly to the handle
by removing the telescopic tubes and pushing in the
desired accessory.

2.

The accessories can also be a

ttached to the telescopic
extension tube for extra reach. Remove the
combination floor head and push on the desired
accessory.

Crevice tool: for crevices, corners and cracks, etc.
Dus

ting brush: for delicate surfaces.
Upholstery tool: for carpet, upholstery, stairs, etc.
Hard floor tool: for hard floor, parquet and

laminate coverings.

Fig.3/2

Fig.3/3

Fig.3/1

Fig.3/4

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