Vax VX58 User Manual
CORDLESS
SlimVac
CORDLESS SLIMVAC WITH
DETACHABLE HANDHELD
LET’S GET STARTED.
VX58
Let’s talk safety
Basic
safety
precautions
Don’ts
This vacuum cleaner is intended for household use only
and NOT for commercial or industrial use.
READ ALL THE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE
• It is a battery-operated appliance, the battery being charged whilst inside the appliance.
• Only use the vacuum cleaner indoors and keep the area you’re cleaning well lit.
• Keep ngers, hair and loose clothing from moving parts and openings whilst using
the vacuum cleaner.
• 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. Children should not play with
the vacuum cleaner. Cleaning and user maintenance should not be made by children
• Do not pull or carry by charger cord, use cord as a handle, close a door on cord, or
pull cord around sharp edges or corners. Do not place product on cord. Do not run
appliance on cord.
• Don’t handle the charger plug or use the vacuum cleaner with wet hands.
• Don’t use this vacuum cleaner if it has been dropped, damaged, immersed in water or
left outdoors.
• Don’t leave the vacuum cleaner in one spot for an extended period of time when the
brushbar is activated. This vacuum cleaner is tted with a rotating brushbar which if
left in one place may cause damage to the oor surface.
• Don’t attempt to remove blockages with sharp objects as this may cause damage to
the vacuum cleaner.
Do’s
• Always make sure the lter and dirt container are tted correctly before using
your vacuum cleaner.
• Always turn o and unplug from charger and remove the battery before carrying
out any maintenance.
• Turn o all controls on the vacuum cleaner before disconnecting or connecting the battery.
• Take extra care when cleaning on the stairs.
• Always protect the charger cord from heated surfaces or near open ames.
• Keep all openings clear and free from debris as this may aect the airow/suction.
• Store your vacuum cleaner in a cool, dry area. If lters have been cleaned as per
user guide instructions ensure they are thoroughly dry before storing away.
• Always use the charger supplied with the vacuum cleaner.
• Use only SAA approved 10amp extension cords. Care should be taken to arrange
the extension cord as it can be a trip hazard.
• Always carry the vacuum cleaner by the handle.
• Only Vax recommended tools and accessories should be used with this vacuum cleaner
• This vacuum cleaner does not stay upright without constant support, in between uses lie at on the
oor in a suitable location so it does not become a trip hazard or can be stepped on.
• Keep the charger and batteries in a dry place, and use them indoors only.
• Do not use charger with damaged cord or plug. If appliance or charger is not working as it should,
has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors or dropped into water, take it to a Vax authorised repair
agent prior to continuing use. Please contact our Customer Care Line on: AU: 1300 361 505 / NZ:
0800 800 900 (Mon-Fri 8.30am to 5.00pm) or visit www.vax.com.au / vax.co.nz for your nearest
Vax authorised repair agent.
Please keep instructions for further use.
• Don’t try to short the terminals of the battery and the charger.
• Don’t use the vacuum cleaner with incorrect voltage as this may result in damage or injury to the user.
The correct voltage is listed on the rating label.
• Don’t vacuum up hot coals, cigarette butts, ash, matches or smoking hot burning items or use in an
area where there may be harmful uids (chlorine, bleach, and ammonia drain cleaner).
• Do not vacuum hard or sharp objects such as glass, nails, screws or coins etc.
• Don’t not vacuum plaster dust, concrete dust or any other building or vitreous material.
• Do not vacuum our, baking soda or any other powder-based carpet refresher or deodoriser.
• Store your vacuum cleaner in a cool, dry area. Store the battery pack in a “charged” condition.
Minimum 30-50% charged for best battery life.
CAUTION: The battery used in this device may present a risk of re or chemical burn if mistreated.
Do not disassemble, heat or incinerate.
Replace battery with Vax battery only. Use of another battery may present a risk of re or explosion.
Dispose of used battery promptly. Keep away from children.
Do not disassemble and do not dispose of in re. Do not attempt to disassemble the battery or remove
any component projecting from the battery terminals.
The battery and charger have no user serviceable parts. Fire or injury may result.
Prior to disposal, protect exposed terminals with heavy insulating tape to prevent shorting.
WARNING: For best performance terminals on battery, battery charger and vacuum cleaner must be
clean and free from dust and dirt.
Do not attempt to recharge non-rechargeable batteries.
Thank you for buying this Cordless SlimVac.
Taking care of your carpets and hard fl oors
The Cordless SlimVac series is designed to make vacuuming carpets and hard oors
regularly, as e ective and effi cient as possible and this user guide will help you get the
most out of your machine.
Maintaining your carpets and hard oors will ensure they keep their appearance for longer
and Vax will help you take good care of them.
Taking care of your Cordless SlimVac
Also inside this guide are instructions on maintaining your new machine, so that it’s ready
when you are to tackle your carpets and hard oors.
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.
Contents
Let’s talk safety
Getting to know your machine
Getting started
Using your machine
Taking care of your machine
Let’s talk technical
Accessories
Notes
Cordless SlimVac
Included with
your machine
3-in-1 Tool
What to do if it goes wrong
Getting in touch
Model comes with a charger, battery, wall
mount, 2 wall plugs, 2 screws and user guide.
Contents vary dependant on model purchased.
Getting to know your machine
Brushbar On/O button
On/O and charging light
Handheld release button
Filter cover release buttons
Handle
Battery charger inlet
Battery release
button
Reach wand
Dirt container release
button (hidden)
Dirt release button
Power head/accessory
release clip
Powered Head
Brushbar
Technical Specifi cation Battery Specifi cation
Name Cordless SlimVac
Battery voltage 18V
Run time 20 minutes
Charge time 8 hours
Weight 2 kg
Dust bin capacity 0.4L
*
Type Lithium-ion rechargeable battery pack
Battery model no. BTTV1B2
Voltage 18V
Rating 2.0Ah 36Wh
Use with Vax model YLJXA
- A220030 Charger ONLY
On/O trigger
Continuous power
latch (hidden)
Battery
Dirt container
Charger Specifi cation
Charger model no. YLJXA - A220030
Input 100-240V ~ 50/60Hz 0.5A Max
Output 22.0V
Use with Vax Li-ion Battery BTTV1B2 ONLY
300mA
Accessories & Consumables
Filter Pack VX50F
Subject to technical change without notice. Turn off brushbar on hardfl oors. Images are illustrative only.
Getting started
PLEASE READ ‘LET’S TALK SAFETY’ AT THE BEGINNING BEFORE USE
Before you begin
CAUTION: Always switch o the vacuum cleaner before connecting or disconnecting the handheld/attachments
or removing and emptying the dirt container.
IMPORTANT: The vacuum cleaner is equipped with overheat protection. If for any reason the vacuum cleaner does
overheat the thermostat will automatically turn the vacuum cleaner o . If this happens, remove the battery. Remove
and empty the dirt container also check the vacuum cleaner for blockages. Allow the vacuum cleaner to cool for
approximately 1 hour (if you have cleaned the lter please wait 24 hours for the lter to fully dry before putting back
into the machine).
For best cleaning results, lters require cleaning at least every 3 months and should be replaced every 6 months
depending upon use. If the vacuum cleaner is blocked, remove the battery before removing the blockage.
Assembling your Cordless SlimVac
CAUTION: This vacuum cleaner is not free standing. In between uses or when carrying out any maintenance
always lie at on the oor in a suitable location so it does not become a trip hazard or can be stepped on.
Line up the connector on
the reach wand with the
Powered Head. Push the
reach wand down onto
the Powered Head until it
clicks into place.
Push the handheld down
onto the reach wand until
it clicks into place.
The upright slim vacuum
cleaner is not free standing
and in between uses must
always be placed in the wall
bracket or laid at on the
oor, in a suitable location
so it does not become a trip
hazard or can be stepped on.
Getting started
Fixing the wall bracket
Fully assemble the
vacuum but do not
attach the battery.
Use both screws and wall
plugs to secure the wall
bracket to the wall. Place
covers over the screws.
Attach the wall bracket
to the handle.
Firmly press the vacuum
handle into the wall
bracket to secure.
With the wall bracket
attached, stand the
vacuum close to the wall,
in the upright position
with the Powered Head
at on the oor.
Holding the wall bracket
rmly in place, carefully
remove the vacuum. Using
a pencil make a small
mark for each screw.
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