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User Guide
Vax Careline: (UK) 0844 412 8455
(ROI) 1-800 928 308
Get Cleaning...
What’s your Vax model number? (Located on the top flap of the packaging)
e.g. U88-VU-T-A
What’s your serial number? (Located on the base of the machine)
– – – – –
Note these down in case you need them in future. Please keep instructions for further use.
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U88-VU-T-A, U87-VU-C

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Machine Overview
Handle
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2 TurboTool caddy (some models only)
3 Dirt container release button
Carry handle
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5 Dirt container lid
6 Separator
Dirt container
7
Pre-motor filter housing
8
9 Brushbar height adjust
10 Cord storage hook
11 Cord
12 Cord safety hook
13 Hose storage
14 Power on/off button
15 Recline pedal
16 Hose
17 Extension tube
18 Crevice tool
19 Dusting brush
20 TurboTool
21 Flexi crevice tool (some models only)
22 Flat nozzle/upholstery tool
(some models only)
23 Pre-motor filter
24 Fur ‘n’ Fluff tool
(some models only)
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2
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17
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7
8
9
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19
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PLEASE NOTE: some parts may vary
according to model. Please check inside flap of
box for more details.
Accessories
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18
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Unit
15
Filters
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21
24
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Vax Careline: (UK) 0844 412 8455
(ROI) 1-800 928 308

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General Safety Information
FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.
When using the vacuum cleaner, basic safety precautions should always
be observed, including the following:
. Only use the vacuum cleaner indoors on dry surfaces.
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2. Turn off the vacuum cleaner controls before disconnecting or
onnecting from the mains supply.
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3. Always unplug the vacuum cleaner before connecting or
isconnecting the vacuum hose and accessories.
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. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with
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the appliance.
5. This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including
children) 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
by a person responsible for their safety.
6. Use only as described in this manual. Use only Vax
recommended attachments.
7. Do not use the vacuum cleaner if it has been dropped,
damaged, left outdoors or dropped into water. Do not use the
vacuum cleaner with a damaged cord or plug. If the supply
cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or a
recommended Service Agent to avoid hazard and
invalidating the guarantee.
8. Do not pull or carry by cord/hose. Do not use the cord/hose as
a handle, close a door on the cord/hose or pull cord/hose
around sharp edges or corners. Do not run the vacuum cleaner
over the cord/hose. Keep the cord away from heated surfaces.
9. Do not handle the plug or vacuum cleaner with wet hands. Do
not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.
10. 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 might reduce airflow.
11. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers and all parts of the body away
from openings and moving parts.
12. Do not pick up hot coals, cigarette butts, matches or any hot,
smoking or burning objects.
13. Do not pick up flammable or combustible materials (lighter fluid,
petrol, kerosene etc.) or use in the presence of explosive liquids
or vapours.
14. Do not vacuum up harmful or toxic material (chlorine, bleach,
ammonia, drain cleaner etc.).
15. Do not vacuum up hard or sharp objects such as
glass, nails, screws, coins, etc.
16. Do not use without ALL of the filters in place.
7. Take extra care when vacuuming on stairs.
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8. Keep vacuuming area well lit.
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19. Store the vacuum cleaner in a cool, dry area.
20. Turn off the on/off switch before unplugging the
vacuum cleaner
1. Use only CE-approved 13 amp extension cords. Non-approved
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ords may overheat. Care should be taken to arrange the cord
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so that the cord cannot be tripped over.
ARNING: Always switch off and unplug the vacuum cleaner
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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 electrical outlet, make sure the
switch is in the ‘off’ position.
IMPORTANT: If the inlet, hose or telescopic tube is blocked,
switch off the vacuum cleaner and remove the blockage(s) before restarting the vacuum cleaner. See Maintenance; Clearing Blockages.
IMPORTANT: Cleaning filters maintains vacuum performance.
Vax recommends that your filters should be checked and cleaned
periodically. If your filters are washable make sure they are
completely dry before inserting back into the vacuum cleaner.
IMPORTANT:
If for any reason the unit should overheat, the thermostat will
automatically turn the unit off. Should this occur, unplug the vacuum
cleaner from the electrical outlet and turn off the switch. Remove dirt
container and empty. Clean filters. Allow the unit to cool for
approximately one (1) hour. To re-start, plug into an electrical outlet
and switch back on.
This vacuum cleaner is intended for household use only and NOT for
commercial or industrial use.
PLEASE KEEP INSTRUCTIONS FOR FURTHER USE.
The motor is equipped with a thermal cut-out.
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Operation
Keep your Vax like new
performance of your machine. For best cleaning results, filters require
cleaning at least every three months. For full cleaning instructions,
see page 7.
filters in place.
Assembling your vacuum cleaner
Push the lower back panel onto the
base of the unit.
Secure with the two long screws
provided.
IMPORTANT: The condition of the filters affects the
IMPORTANT: Do not use the vacuum cleaner without all of the
Slide end of the hose into the hose
connector.
Attach handle to the back panel by
pushing down firmly.
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Place pre-motor filter and holder
onto the base of the unit.
Insert locking pin into place at the
bottom of the handle.
Connect hose. Attach dirt container and click into
Secure locking pin with the small
screw provided.
place.
Vax Careline: (UK) 0844 412 8455
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(ROI) 1-800 928 308