
Magnesium
Upright Vacuum
User Guide
TM
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Contents
Contents
Machine Overview
General Safety Information
Getting Started
How To Use
Looking After Your Machine
FAQ s
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Other Information
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Handle with Soft Comfort Grip
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High/Low/O Switch
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Cord Release
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Magnesium
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Connector
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Bag Dock
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Carry Handle
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Zipper
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Main Bumper
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Power Cord
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Lower Tube
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Fan Housing
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TM
Handle
Machine Overview
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Rear Wheels
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Cover
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Outer Bag
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Power Head
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Inner HEPA Dust Bag
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(disposable)
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General Safety Information
This vacuum cleaner is intended for household use only and NOT for commercial or industrial 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 o the on/o switch on the vacuum cleaner controls before disconnecting or connecting from the mains supply.
3. Always unplug the vacuum cleaner before changing the inner bag and undergoing any maintenance.
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. Children should be supervised to ensure they do not
play with the appliance.
6. Cleaning and maintenance shall not be made by children.
7. The appliance should only be used as described in this 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, ngers and all parts of the body away from openings and moving parts.
13. Do not vacuum any hot coals, ash, cigarette butts, matches or any hot, smoking or burning objects.
14. Do not vacuum any ammable or combustible materials (lighter uid, 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 our, 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. 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 airow. Keep all
openings free of dust, lint, hair or anything that might reduce airow.
22. Do not use the vacuum cleaner without the inner bag in place.
23. Take extra care when positioning the vacuum cleaner on the stairs.
24. Do not let the unit run while in any stationary position for any period of time. Keep the unit moving while in
operation. Do not operate the unit while in the upright and locked position.
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General Safety Information
WARNING: Always switch o and unplug the vacuum cleaner from the electrical socket before assembling,
opening or removing and replacing the HEPA dust bag, 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 ‘o’ position.
IMPORTANT: If the inlet, is blocked, switch o 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 the HEPA dust bag is replaced when full to get maximum performance
from your vacuum cleaner. Only use recommended Vax disposable HEPA dust bags.
NOTE: If the supply cord is damaged it must be replaced by the manufacturer, or a similarly qualied person in
order to avoid hazard, or invalidating the warranty.
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
PLEASE KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
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