Vax VX55 Let's Get Started
LIGHTWEIGHT,
FULL SIZE POWER,
MULTI CYCLONIC UPRIGHT
LET’S GET STARTED.
vax.com.au
vax.co.nz
VX55
Air Reach Upright
VACUUM CLEANER
Don’ts
Let’s talk safety
• 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.
• Do not handle the plug or vacuum cleaner with wet hands.
• Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.
• 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.
• Do not pick up hot coals, cigarette butts, matches
or any hot, smoking or burning objects.
• Do not pick up ammable or combustible materials
(lighter uid, petrol, kerosene etc.) or use in the
presence of explosive liquids or vapours.
• Do not vacuum up harmful or toxic material
(chlorine, bleach, ammonia, drain cleaner etc.).
• Do not vacuum up hard or sharp objects such
as glass, nails, screws, coins, etc.
• Do not use without ALL of the lters in place.
• Do not leave outdoors.
• Do not vacuum baking soda or any other
powder-based carpet re-fresher or deoderiser.
• Do not vacuum plaster dust, concrete dust or any
other building or vitreous material.
Do’s
Always switch o and unplug the machine
from the electrical outlet before assembling,
opening, emptying the dirt container,
before connecting/disconnecting the
attachments, or carrying out maintenance or
troubleshooting checks.
WARNING
Cleaning lters improves vacuum performance.
Vax recommends that your lters should be
checked and cleaned periodically. If your
lters are washable make sure they are
completely dry before inserting back into the
vacuum cleaner.
The motor is equipped with a thermal cut-out.
If for any reason the unit should overheat, the
thermostat will automatically turn the unit
o. Should this occur, unplug the vacuum
cleaner from the electrical outlet and turn
o the switch. Remove dirt container and
empty. Clean lters. Allow the unit to cool for
approximately one (1) hour. To re-start, plug
into an electrical outlet and switch back on.
WARNING
WARNING
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
FURTHER USE.
If servicing of this product is required, it should only
be performed by a qualied service agent. Please
visit the Vax website for a most up to date list of Vax
service agents or contact our Customer Care Line
on: AU: 1300 361 505 / NZ: 0800 800 900 (Mon-Fri
8:30am to 5:00pm)
vax.com.au / vax.co.nz
Basic safety precautions
This machine 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:
• Only use the vacuum cleaner indoors on dry surfaces.
• Always unplug the vacuum cleaner before connecting
or disconnecting the vacuum hose and accessories.
• Children should be supervised to ensure that they
do not play with the appliance.
• 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.
• Use only as described in this manual. Use only Vax
recommended attachments.
• 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 qualied persons in
order to avoid a hazard.
• 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.
• We recommend the use of a residual current device
with a residual current of 30mA or less.
• Turn o the vacuum cleaner controls before
disconnecting or connecting from the mains supply.
• Keep hair, loose clothing, ngers and all parts of
the body away from openings and moving parts.
• Take extra care when vacuuming on stairs.
• Keep vacuuming area well lit.
• Store the vacuum cleaner in a cool, dry area.
• Turn o the on/o switch before unplugging the
vacuum cleaner.
Contents
Upright Cleaner
Included with
your machine
Thank you for buying this Upright Cleaner.
The Vax Air Reach is one of the most lightweight full sized multi-cyclonic upright vacuums
in the range. It's multi-cyclonic technology provides great suction power and incredible cleaning
results, so you can effectively clean your whole home, leaving it looking spotless. The Air Reach
makes reaching to the tops of stairs a breeze with its extra-long 10m cord length and
4.2m stretch hose.
Taking care of your Vax Air Reach Upright Cleaner
Inside this guide are instructions on maintaining your new machine so it is always ready
when you are to tackle carpets, hard floors and stairs.
We’re here if you need us
For troubleshooting simply visit or call:
Australia: 1300 361 505* New Zealand: 0800 800 900*
vax.com.au vax.co.nz
*Monday – Friday: 8:30am -5:00pm
Calls are charged at the standard local rate. Please make note of the serial
number and model number of the product before calling.
Let’s talk safety
Getting to know your machine
Getting started
Using your machine
Taking care of your machine
What to do if it goes wrong
Getting in touch
Notes
Telescopic extension tube
3-in-1 crevice, upholstery & dusting
brush tool
Turbo tool
Extension hose
Post motor lter
Pre-motor lter
Keep your Vax like new
Assembling your vacuum cleaner
PLEASE READ ‘LET’S TALK SAFETY’ AT THE BEGINNING BEFORE USE
Getting startedGetting to know your machine
Name Air Reach Upright
Voltage 220-240V ~ 50Hz
Wattage 1200W
Capacity 1.5 Litres
Cord length 10m
Weight 8kg
Filters Pre-motor lter (washable)
HEPA 12 antibacterial post motor lter (tap to clean)
Technical Specication
Subject to technical change without notice.
*To purchase consumables and accessories, please visit vax.com.au
IMPORTANT: The condition of the lters aects the performance of your machine. Please check and clean lters
periodically (depending on the level of use). For full cleaning instructions see Taking care of your machine.
IMPORTANT: Do not use the vacuum cleaner without all lters in place.
Pre-motor lter Post-motor lter
Double
Insulated
This product
meets applicable
regulatory
requirements
Indoor
Use
Read
Instructions
Handle
Handle height adjuster
Rotating brushbar
Upper handle release button
Post motor lter
release button
Brushbar blockage
indicator
Power on/o button
Brushbar on/o button
Dirt bin release
Hose extension
tube connector
Quick release cord wrap
Cord
3-in-1 crevice, upholstery
& dusting brush tool
Wheels
Hose to machine connector
Carry handle
Inner cyclones
Dirt bin
Brushbar access clips Brushbar reset button
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