Vax VS-022 Instruction Manual

MODIFIED AUGUST 2008 P/N 74075

Vaxcare:

AUST: 1300 36 4040

NZ: 0800 800 900

www.vax.com.au

Instruction Manual

Please read carefully before using the cleaner.

Always fully extend the mains cable before use.

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Important Safety Instructions

When using this electrical appliance, basic
precautions should always be observed,
including the following:

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING
THIS APPLIANCE

IMPORTANT: The manufacturer will not
accept responsibility for damage caused
when the appliance is not used according to
the instructions, or for uses other than those
for which it was intended.

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or
injury:

•

Before use, always fully extend the
power cord but not beyond the yellow
mark.

•

WARNING: INJURY COULD OCCUR
IF USED OUTDOORS OR ON WET
SURFACES.

• Do not leave appliance unattended when
plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not in
use and before servicing.

• 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.

• Use only as described in this manual.

Use only manufacturer’s recommended

attachments.

• Do not use with damaged cord or plug. If
appliance is not working as it should, has
been dropped, damaged, left outdoors,
or dropped into water, return it to your
Authorised Vax Service Agent for service.

• Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as
a handle, close a door on the cord, or pull
cord around sharp edges or corners. Do
not run appliance over cord. Keep cord
away from heated surfaces.

• Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug,
grasp the plug, not the cord.

•

To prevent a whipping action when
rewinding the power cord, allow cord
to run through palm of hand. Rewind 1­11/2 metres at a time.

• Do not handle plug or appliance with wet
hands.

• Do not put any object into openings. Do not
use with any opening blocked; keep free of
dust, lint, hair and anything that may reduce
air flow.

• Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers and all
parts of body away from openings and
moving parts.

• Do not pick up anything that is burning or
smoking, such as cigarettes, matches or
hot ashes.

• Turn off all controls before unplugging.

• Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.

• Do not use to pick up flammable or
combustible liquids such as gasoline or use
in areas where they may be present.

• Do not attempt to service the unit while
appliance is plugged in.

• Do not use vacuum to pick up water or any
liquids or fluids.

Motor Thermostat

IMPORTANT: This unit is equipped with

a motor protective thermostat. If for some
reason the vacuum cleaner should overheat,
the thermostat will automatically turn the unit
off. Should this occur unplug the vacuum
cleaner from the electrical outlet and turn the
unit off. Replace dust bag. Clean the filters.
Allow the cleaner to cool for approximately
one (1) hour. To re-start, plug into an electrical
outlet and switch back on.

Technical Specification

Voltage: 220-240V/50Hz
Wattage: 2200 watts
Filters: Motor protection filter
Air outlet filter
Cord Length: 7.0 metres
Weight: (machine) 8.0kg
Part No: 74000

Subject to technical change without notice.

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Looking After Your Vax

IMPORTANT: The Vax VS-022 is a very

powerful vacuum cleaner. It will collect
an extraordinary amount of dust and dirt,
especially during the first few applications of
use, which will quickly fill a paper dust bag or
block the pores of a cloth dust bag. Excessive
dust and dirt will also contaminate the motor
protection and air outlet filters.
Any of these conditions usually result in a
noticeable drop-off in suction, or a possible
motor shut down due to thermostat
activation.
On such occasions, it will be necessary to
replace the paper dust bag or wash and
thoroughly dry a cloth dust bag before
reusing, and renew all filters to regain peak
suction and performance.

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 serial number
and model number 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.

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

REPLACEMENT DUST BAGS & FILTER PACKS

Available from your Vax stockist or Vax direct. Phone VAXCARE or visit www.vaxcare.com.au

To ensure the performance and design function of any
VAX appliance is maintained, the use of Genuine VAX
Consumable dust bags and filters are essential.

Genuine VAX Consumables are tested, approved and
fully backed by VAX.

Should a VAX appliance suffer damage due to the use
of generic/non genuine bags, filters, parts etc., the
VAX warranty may become void.

IMPORTANT

Always look

for the VAX logos...

5 Paper Bags

Plus Motor Protection Filter

P/N 90740

1 Re-usable Bag Plus

Motor Protection Filter

P/N 90745

Motor and HEPA Filter Pack

P/N 90755