Vax V-303 Wash ""N' Dry Instruction Manual

Vaxcare:

AUST: 1300 36 4040

NZ: 0800 800 900

www.vax.com.au

Instruction Manual

Please read carefully before using this cleaner.

Retain for future reference.

Always fully unwind the mains cable before use.

If you require any further assistance or advice about any

VAX please call VAXCARE on

1300 36 4040 (Australia - cost of a local call)

and 0800 800 900 (NZ)

296 Victoria Road Malaga Western Australia 6090.

EMAIL: [e-mail]

WEBSITE: www.vax.com.au

VAXCARE

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Send in your completed Warranty Card.

VAX Appliances (Australia) Pty Ltd

A.C.N. 009099736

• NSW/ACT

Unit 2, 30 Heathcote Road,
Moorebank, New South Wales 2170
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• VICTORIA/TASMANIA

Unit 3, 46 Burgess Road,
Bayswater North, Victoria 3153
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• SOUTH AUSTRALIA/
NORTHERN TERRITORY

Unit 3, 75-77 Grange Road,
Welland, South Australia 5007
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• QUEENSLAND

186 Kerry Road,
Archerfield, Queensland 4108
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• WESTERN AUSTRALIA

296 Victoria Road,
Malaga, Western Australia 6090
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• VAX APPLIANCES NEW ZEALAND

27 Clemow Drive
Mt Wellington, Auckland
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AUST. & NZ BRANCHES

MODIFIED JANUARY 2008 P /N 30410

VAXCARE Service & Help:
AUSTRALIA 1300 36 4040
NEW ZEALAND 0800 800 900

If you have any queries or concerns about
using your Vax, call VAXCARE.
Please make a note of the model
number and model name of the
appliance before calling.
(Aust only: Mon-Fri. 10.00am to

6.00pm. EST)
Calls are charged at the
local rate.
An answerphone is available
outside of these hours. We
will return your call the next
working day.
There are over 300 approved
Vax Service Agents in Australia
and New Zealand. For the nearest
Service Agent, please refer to your
Vax warranty or call VAXCARE or
visit www.vax.com.au

PROBLEM: Cleaner won’t pick up/
loss of suction

Cause:

Dust bag not installed correctly.

Solution:

Review dust bag removal and

replacement.

Cause:

Dust bag full or blocked.

Solution:

Replace dust bag.

Cause:

Clogged filter.

Solution:

Remove filter and clean.

Cause:

Blockage in hose.

Solution:

Disconnect hose, remove the

obstruction then re-fit.

PROBLEM: Cleaner/accessories won’t
pick up

Cause:

Accessories not connected properly.

Solution:

Refer to page 6 for fitting

information.

Cause:

The hose is clogged.

Solution:

Remove hose and tools. Remove

obstruction.

11. Troubleshooting

WARNING: To reduce the risk of

personal injury, unplug the vacuum
cleaner before performing maintenance or
troubleshooting checks.

PROBLEM: The cleaner won’t run

Cause:

Not properly plugged into electrical

outlet.
Solution:

Plug in firmly.

Cause:

No electricity in electrical outlet.

Solution:

Check fuse or breaker.

Cause:

On/off switch not turned on.

Solution:

Push on/off switch to ‘on’.

Cause:

Blown fuse/tripped breaker.

Solution:

Reset circuit breaker or replace fuse.

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1. Safety Instructions

For Household Use Only

When using the cleaner, basic safety
precautions should always be observed,
including the following:

1. Do not leave the machine unattended

when plugged in. Unplug it from socket
when not in use.

2. To prevent injury do not use outdoors.

3. Not to be used as a toy. Children should

be supervised to ensure that they do not
play with the appliance.

4. This appliance is not intended for use

by young or infirm persons unless they
have been adequately supervised by a
responsible person to ensure that they
can use the appliance safely.

Young children should be supervised

to ensure that they do not play with the
appliance.

5. Use only as described in this manual.

6. Do not use with a damaged cord or plug.

If the supply cord and/or plug is damaged,
they must be replaced by a Vax Service
Agent or similarly qualified persons in
order to avoid hazard.

7. Do not pull or carry by the cord, use the

cord as a handle, allow the cord to come
into contact with hot or sharp surfaces or
close a door on the cord.

8. Do not unplug by pulling on the cord.

9. Do not handle the plug or machine with

wet hands.

10. Do not put any objects into openings or

operate with openings blocked, keep
them free of anything that may reduce
airflow.

11. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers and all

parts of the body away from openings
and moving parts.

12. Do not use the machine on any glowing,

burning or smoking particles.

13. Do not use without the solution tank and

dirty water tank in place. OR

14. Do not use the vacuum without the dust

bag in place.

15. Turn off all controls before unplugging.

16. Do not use to pick up flammable or

combustible liquids such as petrol, or use
in areas where they may be present.

17. Keep the unit on the floor.

18. Do not use an extension cord.

19. Do not attempt to remove blockages
with sharp objects as they may cause
damage.

20. Store indoors put away after use to
prevent tripping accidents.

21. Using improper voltage may result in
damage to the motor and possible injury
to the user. The correct voltage is listed
on the rating label.

22. A hazard may occur if the machine runs
over the power supply cord.

23. To prevent dirty water from running into
motor, do not hold the appliance upside­down or lay on its side.

Use appliance in normal vacuuming

position.

24. Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.

25. Do not carry appliance while motor is
running.

NOTE: Carpets should be dry vacuumed
thoroughly before washing.

NOTE: The unit must be unplugged from
the mains socket outlet after use, and before
cleaning or maintaining the unit.

IMPORTANT: This unit is not intended
for commercial use.

PLEASE KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS
FOR FURTHER USE.

Technical Specification

Voltage: 220-240V~50Hz
Wattage: 1300W
Capacity: Clean water tank - 4 litres
Dirty water tank - 5.2 litres
Cord length: 7.5m
Weight: 7.7kg

Subject to technical change without notice.

11. Maintenance

IMPORTANT: Ensure that the machine

is switched off and unplugged from the

socket before carrying out any maintenance.

Cleaning the Pre-Motor Filter.

1. Remove the motor top from the unit, turn
on its side and remove the float housing
in an anti-clockwise direction to unscrew
(Fig.10/1).

Fig.10/1

Fig.10/2

3. Turn the float housing in a clockwise
direction until secure and place the motor
top back onto the unit.

Cleaning the Post-Motor Filter

1. Remove the filter housing at the back of the
machine (Fig.10/3).

2. Remove the blue filter (Fig.10/2) and wash
under a tap. Allow to dry thoroughly before
replacing back into the machine. Replace
with a new filter as necessary.

Fig.10/4

Fig.10/3

Fig.10/5

2. Clean by tapping it against the side of a bin
or by brushing gently.

NOTE: Do not wash this filter. Replace every
9-12 months as needed.

2. Remove the filter (Fig.10/4) and wash
under a tap. Allow to dry thoroughly before
replacing back into the machine.

3. Once dry, put the filter back into the housing
and place back into the machine.

Cleaning the Pleated Pre-Motor Filter
Assembly

1. Remove the filter by twisting gently. This
will release it from the motor housing
(Fig.10/5).

Fig.8/3

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4

3

9

2

1

14

12

13

10

11

Fig.1/1

1 Water pump button (green)
2 Power button (red)
3 Carry handle
4 Power cord
5 Container release clips
6 Casters
7 Suction hose connection port
8 Solution tube port

9 Exhaust filter
10 Hose
11 Solution tube
12 Suction hose connector

13 Solution tube to machine connector
14 Solution tube to wash head/upholstery tool connector
15 2 x stainless steel extension tubes
16 Fibreflow carpet wash head
17 Upholstery wash tool
18 Vax Carpet Cleaner Solution
19 Combination floor head (for dry vacuuming)
20 2 x paper dustbags
21 Filter assembly
22 Crevice tool
23 Dusting brush
24 Upholstery tool

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ADDITI V E

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6

7

8

16

17

18

20

15

21

22

19

24

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2. Parts Overview9. Dust Bag and Filters:

Removal and Replacement

IMPORTANT: Always unplug the

machine from the electrical output

before removing the dust bag.

IMPORTANT: Do NOT use the vacuum
cleaner without ALL of the filters in

place.

1. Turn off the vacuum cleaner and unplug it
from the mains. Remove the hose. Unclip
the retainer clips on either side of the
vacuum cleaner and lift off to gain access
to the dust bag compartment (Fig.9/1).

Washing Upholstery

1. Detach wash head from the solution tube
and extension tubes.

2. Pull the extension tube out of the handle
of the hose.

3. Attach the upholstery wash tool directly
onto the handle of the hose (Fig.8/3) and
wrap the excess solution tube around as
necessary.

Fig.9/1

Fig.9/2

Fig.9/3

4. To start water and solution flow, push the
collar on the wash tool forwards.

2. Lift out the full dust bag (Fig.9/2).

3. Dispose of the full dust bag and insert
a new dust bag back into the vacuum
cleaner aligning the front of the dust bag
with the inlet slots (Fig.9/3).

5. When you see water swirling in the washing
tool you are ready to start washing.

6. Pull the washing tool backwards. You
are now washing the upholstery. Cover a
small area at a time. Don’t push the tool
backwards and forwards as this may
stretch the fabric.

7. Stop the washing solution flowing. To stop
the flow, pull the black collar on the wash
tool backward (Fig.8/5).

8. Move to next area and repeat steps 4 to 7.

Fig.8/4

Fig.8/5

Fig.8/1

A

A

Fig.3/4

Fig.3/5

Fig.3/6

Fig.3/1

Fig.3/2

Fig.3/3

3. Vacuuming

IMPORTANT: Always remove the

power plug from the wall outlet
before assembling, servicing or removing
accessories.

IMPORTANT: Only the red power

button should be “ON” when the
machine is in dry vacuuming mode. The
green pump button should be “OFF”.

1. Unclip Container Release Clips (A) on both

sides of machine (Fig.3/1).

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8. Usage

1. Plug in machine to power supply.

2. Press the red button to turn on the power.

3. Press the green button to activate the pump.

Washing Carpets

1. On the Fibreflow wash head ensure that
the rocker switch (A) is towards the back
of the head to allow water to flow through
the head (Fig.8/1).

3. Remove the solution connector tube by
turning anticlockwise by 90 degrees. Store
in a safe place (Fig.3/3).

4. Wrap Solution Tube (A) around Hose (B).
Ensure that the solution tube is wrapped
loosely enough to allow the solution to flow
freely through the tube (Fig.7/4).

2. With the solution flowing, wash a section
of carpet approx 3 metres x 3 metres by
pushing the wash head backwards and
forwards over the area.

3. Stop the solution flow by moving the rocker
switch (A) to the forward position on the
Fibreflow wash head. This will prevent water
flow, allowing excess water to be removed
from the section just washed (Fig.8/2).

4. To wash the next section of carpet, repeat
steps 1 to 3. Continue until the area is
washed.

5. When clean water reservoir is empty, solution
will stop flowing through the wash head and
the pump will make a ‘sound’ due to sucking
air. Refill the water reservoir with clean water
and Vax Carpet Cleaner. Be sure to empty
the dirty water recovery bucket at this time.

6. If the dirty water recovery bucket becomes
full, the ‘sound’ your Vax makes will change
and suction will drop. Time to empty it!
Failure to do so will activate the float which,
with continued use, will cause the machine
to overheat.

Fig.7/4

Fig.7/5

Fig.7/6

B

A

C

A

B

2. Remove the motor top from the unit, turn
on its side and remove the float housing
in an anti-clockwise direction to unscrew
(Fig.3/2).

5. After wrapping the tube around the hose,
affix Solution Tube (A) to Hose (B) using
Clips provided (C) to hold it in place
(Fig.7/5).

6. Push the second extension tube into the
wash head to be used and push the end
of the solution tube onto the connection
port on the Wash Head / Upholstery Tool
(Fig.7/6).

Lift out and remove the clean water solution
tank. Store safely away (Fig.3/5).

4. Fit the plug to the solution intake port
(Fig.3/4).

Fit the pleated pre-motor filter by pushing
and lightly twisting the filter on the motor top
(Fig.3/6).

Fig.8/1

Fig.8/2

A

A

Fig.3/10

Fig.3/11

Fig.3/12

Fit the dust bag by aligning the front of the dust
bag with the inlet slots, and position the dust
bag to fill the inside of the base (Fig.3/7).

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Fig.3/7

Fig.3/8

Fig.3/9

Replace the motor top, ensuring that the
dust bag is not trapped. Ensure the motor
top is secured to the base with the two clips
(Fig.3/8).

Insert the flexible hose into the inlet on the main
body of the vacuum cleaner. Push in and twist
clockwise a quarter turn until tight (Fig.3/9).

Push the extension tubes onto the end of the
handle (Fig.3/10).

Fit the combination floor tool by pushing on to
the extension tube (Fig 3/11).

On/Off Button

Fully unwind the power cord and plug the
cord into the electrical outlet. Turn the vacuum
cleaner on by depressing the button located
on the top of the carry handle (Fig.3/12). The
vacuum cleaner can be turned off by pressing
the on/off button again.

Fig.7/1

Fig.7/2

Fig.7/3

A

A1

B

B1

7. Assembly

1. Push solution tube connector (A) firmly
into Solution Port (A1). Twist solution tube
connector (A) a quarter turn to the right to
lock into place (Fig.7/1).

4. Replace Clean Water Tank (A) inside Dirty
Water Tank (B) taking care to ensure that
the space to allow the dirty water back into
the tank is lined up with the Solution Port
(C) (Fig.6/4).

2. Push hose connector (B) firmly into Hose
Connection Port (B1). Twist to the right until
hose connector locks into place (Fig.7/2).

Fig.6/5

Fig.6/4

A

B

C

A

B

C

5. Replace Motor Container (A) ensuring that
the Solution Pump Hose (B) is aligned with
the hole in the Clean Water Tank (C) so that
it goes inside when the Motor Container is
clipped back into position (Fig.6/5).

WARNING: Machine must not be
plugged in during this stage.

3. Push one end of the extension tube into
the handle of the hose (Fig.7/3).

6. Getting Ready to Wash

1. Unclip Container Release Clips (A) on both
sides of machine (Fig.6/1).

2. Lift off motor container and remove filter
assembly. Remove the plug from the solution
intake port and replace the solution connector
tube. The machine can be used for washing
by placing the clean water tank (A) back
inside the dirty water tank (B) (Fig 6/2).

3. Remove Clean Water Tank (A) from inside
the Dirty Water Tank and fill with warm
(max 40°C) water to point indicated on the
tank. Add 1 capful of Vax Carpet Cleaning
solution per litre of water (unless otherwise
stated on the bottle) (Fig 6/3).

Fig.6/1

Fig.6/2

Fig.6/3

A

A

B

A

Fig.4/1

Fig.4/2

Carpet Cleaning

For carpet cleaning, press the rocker switch
on the combination floor tool as shown to
raise the brushes (Fig.3/13).

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Fig.3/13

Fig.3/14

Hard Floor Cleaning

For hard floor cleaning, press the rocker
switch on the combination floor tool as shown
to lower the brushes (Fig.3/14).

4. Accessories

The accessories can be attached directly to the
handle by removing the extension tubes and
pushing in the desired accessory (Fig.4/1).

The accessories can also be attached to
the extension tubes for extra reach. Remove
the combination floor tool and push on the
desired accessory (Fig.4/2).

Crevice Tool: for crevices, corners, cracks etc.
Dusting Brush: for delicate surfaces.
Upholstery Tool: for carpet, upholstery, stairs

etc.

5. Preparing the Carpet for
Washing

IMPORTANT: Do not use the cleaner

as a dry vacuum when set up in carpet

washing mode.

1. Dry vacuum carpet thoroughly.

2. Remove as much furniture from the room

as possible. If unable to remove the furniture,
place plastic or foil under and around the legs
until the carpet has dried completely.

Helpful hints for cleaning carpet:

1. Only use Vax recommended solution with

this machine.

2. Do not oversaturate carpet with cleaning

solution while using the machine.

3. For heavily soiled areas, additional

applications may be necessary.

4. Allow plenty of time to dry carpet

thoroughly.

5. Wipe cleaning solution from woodwork to

prevent any damage.

6. Try not to walk on carpet until it is completely

dry.

7. After carpet is thoroughly dry, vacuum

the carpet using a vacuum cleaner with a
revolving brushbar. ie. VAX turbo brush.

8. Before cleaning, determine where to start

and end, making sure not to walk over
previously cleaned areas.

Check for colour fastness

Before cleaning carpet, test for colour
fastness. Dampen a white cloth with solution.
Test on a small inconspicuous area prior to
washing. Gently rub the cloth over the area.
Check each colour for colour bleeding. If the
cloth remains clean, it should be safe to clean
the carpet.

After cleaning

• Allow carpet to dry completely. Try not to

walk on the carpet until it is dry.

• If it is necessary to walk on the carpet,

place white towels on the areas to be
walked on.

• If the carpet is not dry and the furniture must

be placed back in the room, use plastic or
foil under the furniture to prevent staining
the carpet.

• Thoroughly clean the dirty water tank with

warm (max 40ºC) tap water.