Vax VC-1002 User Manual
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VC-1002
User Guide
Vax Careline: AU: 1300 361 505
NZ: 0800 800 900
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Vax Careline: AU: 1300 361 505
NZ: 0800 800 900
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Machine Overview
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Unit
1 On / o button
2 Post-motor lter (hidden)
3 Floor tool parking slot
4 Pre-motor lter (hidden)
5 Dirt container
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6 Carry handle
7 Hose inlet
8 Auto cord rewind
9 Variable power
10 Dirt container release button
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11 Dirt container carry handle
12 Blockage indicator
13 Dirt container quick release button
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Accessories
Telescopic extension tube
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Combination oor head
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Tool caddy
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Dusting brush
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Crevice tool
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Flexible hose and handle
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Filters
HEPA pre-motor lter
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Post motor lter
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General Safety Information
Vax Careline: AU: 1300 361 505
NZ: 0800 800 900
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FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.
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 off the on/off 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 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.
7. The appliance should only be used as described in the quick
start guide or in the full 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.
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, fingers and all parts of the body away
from openings and moving parts.
13. Do not pick up any hot coals, ash, cigarette butts, matches or
any hot, smoking or burning objects.
14. Do not pick up any flammable or combustible materials (lighter
fluid, petrol, kerosene etc.) or use in the presence of explosive
liquids or vapours.
15. Do not vacuum harmful or toxic material (chlorine, bleach,
ammonia, drain cleaner etc.).
16. Do not vacuum hard or sharp objects such as glass, nails,
screws, coins etc.
17. Do not vacuum plaster dust, concrete dust or any other building
or vitreous materials.
18. Do not vacuum flour, baking soda or any other powder-based
carpet refresher or deodoriser.
19. Store the vacuum cleaner in a cool, dry area.
20. Use only SAA approved 10amp extension cords. Non-approved
cords may overheat. Care should be taken to arrange the cord
so that the cord cannot be tripped over.
21. Do not put any objects into openings. Do not use with any
openings blocked and do not restrict airflow. Keep all openings
free of dust, lint, hair or anything that might reduce airflow.
22. Do not use the vacuum cleaner with blocked filters and without
all of the filters in place.
23. Take extra care when positioning the vacuum cleaner on the stairs.
24. Please ensure that the brushbar is turned off when you are
vacuuming on the stairs.
25. Keep vacuuming area well lit.
WARNING: Always switch off and unplug the vacuum
cleaner from the electrical socket 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 socket, 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 re-starting the vacuum cleaner.
IMPORTANT: Vax recommends the use of Residual Current
Device Rating of 30mA or less.
IMPORTANT: It is very important that filters are kept clean to
obtain maximum performance from your vacuum cleaner.
Not cleaning and not replacing your filters regularly can reduce the
suction power and cause overheating and permanent damage to the
vacuum cleaner.
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NOTE: If the supply cord is damaged it must be replaced by
the manufacturer, or a similarly qualified person in order to
avoid hazard, or invalidating the warranty.
IMPORTANT: The motor is equipped with a thermal cut-out.
If for any reason the unit should overheat (eg. from blocked
nozzles, a full dust container or unclean filters), the thermostat will
automatically turn off the switch. Should this occur, unplug the
vacuum cleaner from the electrical socket 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
socket and switch back on.
DAMAGE TO THE VACUUM CLEANER CAUSED AS A DIRECT
RESULT OF NOT ADHERING TO THE GENERAL SAFETY
INFORMATION AND THE INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS USER GUIDE
INVALIDATES THE WARRANTY
This vacuum cleaner is intended for household use only and NOT
for commercial or industrial use.
PLEASE KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
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NZ: 0800 800 900
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Operation
Keep your Vax like new
Assembling your vacuum cleaner
IMPORTANT: The condition of the lters aects
the performance of your machine. Please check
and wash lters periodically (depending on the level
of use). For full cleaning instructions, see page 7.
IMPORTANT: Do not use the vacuum cleaner
without all of the lters in place.
Operating the appliance
NOTE: Fully unwind
the power cord.
A yellow mark on the cord
indicates the recommended
cord length. Do not exceed
the cord length beyond the
yellow mark.
NOTE: The crevice tool, dusting brush and combination
head can all be attached to the telescopic tube or
hose handle.
NOTE: Two of the additional tools (crevice tool and dusting
brush) can be stored in the tool caddy for convenience.
Switching on. Using variable power.
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Maintenance
Packing away and storage
NOTE: For convenience there is a parking slot located at the rear of the vacuum cleaner where the oor tool and
tubes can be attached for storage and carrying.
(Keep your Vax as good as new)
Emptying and cleaning the dirt container
NOTE: Lift out the dirt container and empty contents over the bin. Remove central
separator and tap dirt loose. This inside container can
be wiped clean with a cloth.
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Maintenance
(Keep your Vax as good as new)
Cleaning the HEPA pre-motor lter
Cleaning the post-motor lter
24hr
NOTE: Remove the dirt container from the machine
and take out the lter from the back. Tap over a bin to
clean or if required it can be rinsed under warm water.
Allow 24 hours to dry completely before placing it back
in the machine.
24hr
NOTE: Remove lter from the back of the cylinder vacuum. Separate the lter and then
tap over a bin to clean or if required it can be rinsed under warm water. Allow 24
hours to dry completely before placing it back in the machine.
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