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VPUP2000P

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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.

Vax Service line AU: 1300 361 505

NZ: 0800 800 900

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V P U P 2 0 0 0 P

WARNING: This cleaner has a constantly

rotating brush bar which, when left in contact

with lino, parquet and other hard ﬂooring could

potentially cause some damage to the ﬂoor surface.

NOTE: Vax recommends that you raise the height of

the brush bar when using this cleaner on lino and hard

ﬂooring. Vax cannot be held responsible for damage

to these surfaces if the customer fails to take notice of

this recommendation.

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AU: 1300 361 505 / NZ: 0800 800 900

Machine Overview

Handle

Turbo Tool holster

Turbo Tool

Dirt container release

Dirt container handle

Dirt container lid

Filter

Dirt container

Carpet height adjuster

Brush bar and brush

bar windows

Dusting brush

Crevice tool and

extension wand

Hose

Hose Guides

Lower hose

Power on/off

Handle release

Wheels

WARNING: This cleaner has a

constantly rotating brush bar which,

when left in contact with lino, parquet and

other hard ﬂooring could potentially cause

some damage to the ﬂoor surface.

NOTE: Vax recommends that you raise

the height of the brush bar when using

this cleaner on lino and hard ﬂooring. Vax

cannot be held responsible for damage to

these surfaces if the customer fails to take

notice of this recommendation.

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General Safety Information

Soft Start

IMPORTANT: This model is ﬁtted with a soft-start

system. When the unit is switched on, the motor

will take a few seconds to build up to full power. The

purpose of this function is to offer better protection to

the vacuum motor.

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 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 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, its service agent or similarly qualiﬁed persons in order to avoid a hazard.

8. Do not pull or carry by cord. Do not use the cord as a handle, close a door on the cord or pull cord around sharp edges or corners. Do not run the vacuum cleaner over the cord. 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 airﬂow. 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.

17. Take extra care when vacuuming on stairs.

18. Keep vacuuming area well lit.

19. Store the vacuum cleaner in a cool, dry area.

20. Turn off the on/off switch before unplugging the vacuum cleaner

21. Use only SAA approved 10 amp extension cords. Non-

approved cords may overheat. Care should be taken to arrange the cord so that the cord cannot be tripped over.

22. Damaged cord to be replaced by manufacturer or authorised Vax service agent.

23. We recommend the use of a residual current device with a residual current rating of 30mA or less.

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 electrical outlet, make sure the switch is in the ‘off’ position. Hold the vacuum cleaner ﬁrmly when starting and in use.

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: Cleaning ﬁlters improves 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: The motor is equipped with a thermal

cut-out. 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 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.

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Operation

IMPORTANT: Always unplug the vacuum cleaner

from the electrical outlet before assembling or

removing the accessories.

Tool required: Phillips head screwdriver

1. Slide the back panel onto the base. To secure, insert the

two (2) screws into the front of the back panel.

2. Slide the end of the lower hose onto the side connector.

3. Place the upper handle onto the upright back panel.

4. Insert locking part into slot.

5. Insert the screw into the back of the handle and screw it

into the locking part. Tighten until secure.

6. Clip the TurboTool onto the front of the TurboTool caddy.

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Operation

7. Wrap the hose around the back of the hose caddy. Push

the hose tube down into the right side of the cleaner to

secure. Attach the tools. Slide the dusting brush onto

the post in the upper tool caddy with the bristles facing

out. Slide the extension tube/crevice tool into the round

opening on the front of the right side of the tool caddy.

8. Ensure the ﬁlter is secure by pressing it ﬁrmly into its

holding in the bottom of the dirt container. Align the slots on

the lid with the tabs on the dirt container. Push the lid down

and twist clockwise. Use the arrow marked on the lid to

ensure that the dirt container and lid are aligned properly.

Insert the tab on the bottom of the dirt container into the

rectangular slot on the cleaner.

To secure the dirt container, push the top in place. There will

be an audible click when it is secure.

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AU: 1300 361 505 / NZ: 0800 800 900

Operation

Cord Release

Release the power cord by turning the quick cord release.

The cord should be inserted into the cord guide while

vacuuming to keep it out of the way.

Adjustment for Different Floor Types

Rotate the height adjust lever to match the surface

being cleaned.

NOTE: For easiest adjustment, place cleaner in full

upright position.

CAUTION: The brushbar continues to rotate at all

times while the vacuum cleaner is on. Keep hair, loose

clothing, ﬁngers and all parts of the body away from the

brush area while the vacuum cleaner is on.

The vacuum cleaner must be in the upright position to lift

the rotating brushbar off the carpet when cleaning above

the ﬂoor. Vax recommend that the brushbar height adjust is

turned to its highest position when using the tools.

On/off Pedal

Plug the cord into the electrical outlet. Turn the vacuum

cleaner on by depressing the foot switch located on the

back left side of the vacuum cleaner. The vacuum cleaner

can be turned off by pressing the on/off switch again.

Handle Release Pedal

To release the handle, push the handle release pedal located

on the lower left side of the cleaner.

Carpet Cleaning

Move the handle to the desired position for storage (a), and

normal operation (b). De-press the handle release pedal

again to clean under furniture (c).

IMPORTANT: This vacuum cleaner is not

intended for use on hard ﬂoors. The powerful

rotating brush bar is designed to groom carpet pile

and could cause damage to some hard ﬂoor types.

WARNING: This cleaner has a constantly

rotating brush bar which, when left in contact

with lino, parquet and other hard ﬂooring could

potentially cause some damage to the ﬂoor surface.

NOTE: Vax recommends that you raise the height of

the brush bar when using this cleaner on lino and hard

ﬂooring. Vax cannot be held responsible for damage

to these surfaces if the customer fails to take notice of

this recommendation.

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Operation

Accessories

IMPORTANT: The vacuum cleaner must be in the

upright position to raise the brushbar. The brushbar

height adjust must also be at its highest position.

1. Remove the hose from the tool caddy.

2. Choose any of the handy on-board accessories or use

the hose alone. Simply push the attachment ﬁrmly onto the

end of the extension tube or hose handle. To remove the

accessory, twist and pull apart gently.

Extension Tube

If additional length is needed, use the extension tube and/or

crevice tool. Pull the crevice tool out of the extension tube or

hose handle. To remove the tool, twist and pull apart gently.

NOTE: The crevice tool is stored inside the extension tube.

Crevice tool: for crevices, corners and cracks etc.

Dusting brush: for delicate surfaces and skirting board.

TurboTool: for excellent pick up of pet hair and for stair and

upholstery cleaning. Attach to hose tube or extension tube

as per all other accessories. For best results, use backward

strokes on the surface you are cleaning.

Carry Handle

Use the carry handle on the back of the vacuum cleaner to

move the cleaner from room to room.

NOTE: Check that the dirt container is securely in place

before lifting the vacuum cleaner.

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Dirt Container & Filter: Removal and Replacement

WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury from moving

parts, unplug before servicing.

NOTE: Unplug the vacuum cleaner before changing ﬁlter.

NOTE: For best performance, replace ﬁlter annually

depending on level of use.

Cleaning the Central Filter

1. Press the latch above the dirt container and remove the

dirt container from the vacuum cleaner. Remove the dirt

container lid by turning it anticlockwise.

2. Hold the dirt container and grasp the top of the ﬁlter.

Twist and pull the ﬁlter up and out. Empty the dirt

container completely.

3. Each time the dirt container is emptied, the ﬁlter should

be cleaned. Tap the ﬁlter against the side of a rubbish bin

until the dust stops falling from the ﬁlter. Return the ﬁlter to

the dirt container. Push the ﬁlter into place to prevent dirt

leakage.

Align slots on the lid with the tabs on the dirt container.

Push the lid down and twist clockwise.

NOTE: There is a guideline on the back of the dust container

lid. Align the tabs on the dirt container and turn clockwise

until secure.

4. Return the dirt container to the vacuum cleaner. Set the

aligning tab on the bottom of the dirt container into the

rectangular slot on the cleaner (inset). Push to click

into place.

Maintenance

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Maintenance

Clearing Blockages

WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury from moving

parts, unplug before servicing.

Press the latch above the dirt container and remove the

dirt container from the vacuum cleaner. Remove the dirt

container lid by turning it anticlockwise.

Hold the dirt container and grasp the top of the ﬁlter.

Twist and pull the ﬁlter up and out. Empty the dirt

container completely.

Check to see if dirt container is full. Empty and clean the dirt

container ﬁlter.

Unwrap the hose from the caddy. Remove any obstruction if

visible in the end of the hose.

Undo the hose from the back panel dirt tube. Remove any

obstruction.

To aid blockage removal, the hose can be removed by

pulling gently down and away from the body of the machine.

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Maintenance

Remove the nozzle guard by removing the ﬁve (5) screws.

Look for any obstructions and remove brushbar if necessary.

Clearing Blockages from the Turbo Tool

Turn the Turbo Tool over and slide off the O-ring.

Pivot lowering housing and remove clog.

To re-asseble, be sure that the tabs are engaged. Pivot the

lower housing closed. Slip the O-ring into the groove at the

neck of the Turbo Tool to complete re-assembly.

‘O’ Ring

Tabs

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FAQs

Don’t take your machine back to the shop, simply contact us

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WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury, unplug the vacuum cleaner before performing maintenance/ troubleshooting checks.

Problem Possible Reason Possible Solution

Vacuum cleaner won’t run

1. Not properly plugged into electrical socket. 1. Plug unit in ﬁrmly.

2. No electricity in the electrical outlet. 2. Check fuse or breaker in home. Replace fuse/reset breaker.

3. On/ Off switch not turned on. 3. Push On/ Off switch to on.

4. Motor thermostat tripped.

4. Switch off and unplug the vacuum cleaner. Leave for one hour before switching the vacuum cleaner back on.

5. Blown fuse/ tripped breaker. 5. Reset house circuit breaker or replace fuse.

Cleaner won’t pick up/ loss of suction

1. Full or cloged dirt container. 1. Clean dirt container.

2. Wrong pile height setting. 2. Adjust brushbar height.

3. Clogged nozzle. 3. Remove obstruction.

4. Clogged dirt inlet. 4. Remove power head cover and remove obstruction.

5. Nozzle/hose or hose inlet is clogged. 5. Remove nozzle/hose and obstruction.

6. Broken belt. 6. Replace belt

7. Hose not fully inserted 7. Push hose in securely

8. Dirty ﬁlters 8. Clean/change ﬁlters.

Accessories won’t pick up 1. Accessories not attached correctly. 1. Refer to Fitting Information - Pg. 5.

Cleaner picks up moveable rugs or pushes too hard

1. Wrong brushbar height setting. 1. Adjust brushbar height setting.

Brushbar does not turn

1. Broken belt 1. Replace belt.

2. Belt not installed correctly. 2. Refer to Belt Changing and Brushbar Cleaning - Pg. 9.

Air ﬂow restricted with attachment use

1. Attachment use restricts air ﬂow. 1. Check attachment.

2. New carpet debris clogging air path. 2. Remove obstruction.

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Other Information

Vax Service & Help

Vax Customer Careline AU: 1300 361 505 / NZ: 0800 800 900

Monday - Friday 8.30am to 5.30pm

Any queries or concerns about using the Vax, call the Vax Careline. Calls are charged at the Standard national rate.

Please make a note of the serial number and model number of the carpet cleaner before calling. For the nearest Service Agent, please call the Vax Customer Careline or visit www.vax.com.au

Technical Speciﬁcation

Voltage: 220-240V ~50Hz Wattage: 2000W Air Watts: 310 AW Capacity: 4.5L Filters: Pre-motor: Washable (Must allow minimum 24 hrs to dry) Post-motor: Anti - allergenic foam (NOT removable or washable) Central Filter: HEPA Washable Cord Length: 6m Weight: 8kg

Subject to technical change without notice.

Waste electrical products should not be disposed of with household waste. Please recycle where facilitiesd exist. Check with your Local Authority or retailer for recycling advice.

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