Vax VCST-01 User Manual

INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

1.

DETAILS page 3

2.

LIST OF ACCESSORIES page 4

3.

BEFORE USE page 5

3.1 Specifications page 5

4. USES page 5

5. GENERAL WARNINGS page 6

6. STARTING UP page 7

6.1 Preparing the vacuum cleaner page 7

6.2 Starting the boiler page 7

6.3 Replacing the filter page 7

7. OPERATION page 8

7.1 Preparing the vacuum cleaner page 8

7.2 Starting the boiler page 8

7.3 Replacing the filter page 8

7.4 Using steam and suction simultaneously page 9

8. USING THE ACCESSORIES page 10

BIG BRUSH (3) page 10
WINDOW WIPER (13) page 10
SMALL BRUSH (14) page 11
EXTENSION + SPRAY (7) page 11
SMALL NOZZLE BRUSH (8) page 11
SUCTION ATTACHEMENTS (9-10-12) page 11
UPHOLSTERY nozzle (11) page 11
FILTERS page 12

9. SUGGESTIONS page 13

9.1. Steam cleaning suggestions page 13

9.2. Vacuum suggestions page 14

10. EMPTYING THE MACHINE TANK page 15

11. TOPPING UP THE BOILER WATER TANK WITH WATER page 15

12. AFTER USE page 16

13. MAINTENANCE page 16

14. TROUBLESHOOTING page 17

15. DISPOSAL page 18

16. APPLIANCE FEATURES page 18

16.1 Technical features nameplate page 18

16.2 Technical specifications page 18

17. WARRANTY page 19

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1 DETAILS

A. Cable winder
B. Power cable
C. Boiler water tank cap
D. Main switch
E. Boiler switch
F. “Steam-ready” pilot light
G. “No-Water” pilot light
H. Main switch pilot light
I. Boiler switch pilot light
J. Steam adjustment knob
K. Pressure gauge
L. Boiler water tank
M. Machine tank
N. Machine tank handle
O. Filter assembly with float (O1)
P. Microfibre filter
Q. Sponge filter
R. Solids filter
S. Lower filter cover
T. Handgrip
U. Handgrip button
V. Safety cover
W. Steam socket
X. Air filter
Y. Carbon filter
Z. Internal tank baffle

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*Colours of product may differ from final product received

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LIST OF ACCESSORIES AND COMPONENTS

1. Hose tube

2. Extension tubes

3. Big brush

4. Carpet fitting

5. Floor fitting

6. Liquid fitting

7. Extension + spray

7a Steam nozzle extension

8. Small nozzle brush

9. Crevice

10. Swivel brush

11. Upholstery nozzle

12. Radiator brush

13. Window wiper

14. Small brush

15. Small wiper attachment

16. Bristled attachment

17. Iron Optional

18.

19. Cotton cloth
19a. Recharging automatic

valve bottle (Optional)

20. Cleaning tool (Optional)

21. Kit of spare seals

22. Handgrip

23. Quick connector

24. Front button

25. Steam lever

26. Remote suction motor

button

27. Suction power level

LED indicator

28. steam delivery

safety lock

29. lower hooking lever

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*

Colour

s of

accessories

and components

may differ from final product

received

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BEFORE USE

CAUTION! This user’s manual is an integral part of the appliance.
Read the user’s manual carefully before using the appliance. Keep the
manual for future reference.

3.1

Specifications

The manual uses specifications, shown below, to draw your attention to
specific functions of the machine. It contains additional information and
useful advice on how to make best use of the machine.

CAUTION! For safety reasons, be cautious with hot steam.
WARNING: this manual is for the appropriate use of the appliance only.

Use of the machine outside the specifications shown is at the owner’s
risk

4 USES

With the use of water, this appliance lets you clean and
sanitise surfaces professionally and thoroughly through the use of
steam and suction.

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With its high pressure stainless steel boiler with an unlimited life
span and easy to use accessories, it is possible to reliably clean
and disinfect all surfaces with high pressure steam, thereby
eliminating mites, germs and bacteria as well as limiting
allergies

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With its high-efficiency suction and electronic control, it is
possible to adjust the suction power directly from the gun and
pick up the dirt that has been deeply ground-in. This is
achieved by injecting steam into the surface to lift the dirt and then
suck up the dust and liquids with its 4 filtering passage system.

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The water filter can be used to get extra filtration efficiency

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GENERAL WARNING

a.

Carefully read the “User Guide” before starting, using,
performing work with the machine. The manufacturer
will not be held responsible for injuries to persons or
damage to property due to non-compliance with the

aforementioned User Guide

b.

It is recommended to keep all the pieces of the packing
since they might be useful in the future to protect the
machine and the accessories during transport to another
location or sent for evaluation/repair. If not, the packing
can be disposed in accordance with current disposal laws

c.

For commercial use only. Use the appliance for its specific
purposes only

d.

The appropriate Personal Protective Equipment should be
worn to operate the machinery and protect the user. This
should be in accordance with an appropriate risk
assessment prior to its first use

e.

Connect machine to a suitable 240V power supply. It is
recommended that a RCD circuit breaker is used to
provide earthed protection.

f.

Do not pull the plug by its cable

g.

Do not drag the appliance by its power cable

h.

Unwind the power cable completely before use

i.

Avoid using electrical extension cables; if necessary, use
an extension cable with a safety approval mark with a
protective earthing system. Minimum size of extension
cable is 3x1.5mm2

j.

Unplug the appliance after use, before filling, cleaning of
the tank or attachment of the hose

k.

Do not fill the tank by placing the appliance directly under a

tap

l.

Before using the appliance, make sure that the cable, plug
and hose are not damaged

m.

Do not use the appliance for steam-cleaning electrical
appliances or electric sockets

n.

Once the appliance is plugged in, do not work with wet
hands or feet

o.

Do not immerse the appliance in any liquid

p.

The appliance is not to be used by children or persons with
reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of
experience and knowledge, unless they have been given
supervision or instruction

q.

Do not use or store the appliance in a vertical position

r.

Do not steam-clean the appliance itself

s.

Do not leave the appliance unattended when it is connected

to the mains or when the appliance is on

t.

Repairs must be carried out only by Vax technicians and by

return of the product to Vax Service Centre

u.

The electric cable must be replaced only by the Vax

service centre

v.

Do not vacuum explosive, toxic and inflammable substances

(e.g. chimney ashes and soot) or substances that may be
dangerous to your health

w.

Do not use the appliance to suck water from containers,

sinks, baths, etc.

x.

Do not place the suction orifice near delicate parts of the

body such as eyes, mouth and ears

y.

Do not put your hands close to the steam jet

z.

Do not point the steam jet towards people or animals

aa.

During use the appliance could overheat if covered

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