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QUICK AND EASY STEAM CLEANING

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SteamClassic

STEAM CLEANER

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Basic safety precautions

READ ALL THE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE

This steam mop is intended for household use only and NOT for commercial or industrial use.

When using the cleaner basic safety precautions should always be observed, including the following:

• Only use the steam mop indoors away from rain and moisture and keep the area you’re cleaning well lit

• Turn OFF the on/o switch on the steam mop controls before disconnecting or connecting from the mains supply

• Always unplug the steam mop and allow it to cool before connecting or disconnecting accessories or performing any maintenance

• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance

• 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 by a person responsible for their safety

• Please refer to oor manufacturer’s care recommendations before use, and test your ooring/carpet/rugs by running the steam mop over a small hidden area, if no pile distortion or no damage occurs continue cleaning. Not suitable for use on wax polished oors or furniture, acrylic surfaces and synthetic, velvet or steam/water sensitive materials

• Keep ngers, hair and loose clothing from moving parts and openings whilst using the steam mop

• This steam mop should not be used to clean electrical appliances such as microwaves, oven, televisions and electrical heating systems etc

WARNING: Danger of scalding

WARNING: The stick steam mop head gets very hot during operation.

IMPORTANT: The steam mop is equipped with a thermostat and 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 steam mop from the electrical outlet and turn o the switch. Let the unit cool, remove and empty the water tank. To re-start the machine, plug it into an electrical outlet and switch it back on.

IMPORTANT: We recommend the use of a Residual Current Device with a Residual Current rating of 30mA or less.

IMPORTANT: This steam mop may not be suitable for all oating oorboards or sealed oors – please check with your oorboard manufacturer rst prior to use.

DAMAGE TO THE STEAM MOP 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

Let’s talk safety

Don’ts

Do’s

• Don’t touch any hot areas/accessories on your steam mop. It’s normal for the steam mop and accessories to heat up during use, always allow them to cool down before handling

• Don’t use the steam mop if it has been dropped, if there are visible signs of damage or if it is leaking, if it has been immersed in water or left outdoors

• Don’t handle the plug or use the steam mop with wet hands

• Don’t pull or carry this steam mop by the power cord

• Don’t use the power cord as a handle, pull the power cord around corners or sharp edges or close a door over the power cord

• Don’t attempt to remove blockages with sharp objects as this may cause damage to the steam mop, remove blockages only as instructed in this guide

• Don’t unplug steam mop by pulling on the power cord or run over the power cord. If the power cord or plug is damaged please contact our Customer Care Line

• Don’t aim the steam mop at people, animals, plants and electrical components such as interior of ovens or wires. Never touch the oor head from a short distance (there is a risk of scalding)

• Always ll the clean water tank with water only, never add perfume, stain remover or products containing alcohol. Filling the clean water tank with hot or boiling water will damage the machine and invalidate your warranty

• Always make sure tank is tted correctly before using the steam mop

• Always vacuum your carpets thoroughly and ensure hard oor areas are free from grit and debris before using the steam mop

• Always carry the steam mop by the handle

• Always unplug the steam mop before carrying out any maintenance or when unattended

• Turn o all controls on the steam mop before disconnecting or connecting the power cord, after use always wrap the power cord around the cord clips provided

• Take extra care when cleaning on stairs

• Always protect the power cable from heated surfaces or near open ames

• Store the steam mop in a cool, dry area away from children

• Before storing the steam mop please ensure all water is removed from the tank

• Don’t use the steam mop with incorrect voltage as this may result in damage or injury to the user. The correct voltage is listed on the ratings label

• Don’t leave this steam mop unattended while it is connected to the supply mains

• Do not use this steam mop with a damaged cord or plug. If the supply cord is damaged return the steam mop to an authorised Service Agent

• Do not use without the tank cap in place. Ensure that the water tank cap has been screwed down fully before use

• Never immerse the steam mop in water or in other liquids

• Do not operate the steam mop without water in the tank

• Do not use the unit on leather, wax polished furniture or oors, synthetic fabrics, velvet or other delicate steam or water sensitive materials

• Do not use on acrylic surfaces

• Do not overll the tank. Do not exceed the maximum prescribed lling level

WARNING: Never leave the steam mop in one spot on any surface for an extended period of time, as this may damage the oor surface.

• The force and heat of the steam may have an adverse eect on some materials. Always check whether a surface is suitable for treatment with the steam by carrying out a test before hand on a concealed area

• The steam mop must be kept level during operation

• Always remove the mains plug from the socket and allow the steam mop to cool down completely before topping up with water

• In wet rooms, e.g. bathrooms, connect the appliance to sockets with an RCD adaptor connected in series

• Be very careful when cleaning tiled walls with sockets

WARNING: Always switch o and unplug the steam mop from the electrical outlet before assembling, opening or emptying the water tank, or before connecting/disconnecting the attachments.

Thank you for buying this Steam Cleaner.

Taking care of your hard ﬂ oors and above ﬂ oor cleaning

The Steam Classic is a lightweight steam cleaner, designed to make the chore of cleaning hard  oors and above  oor cleaning such as bathrooms and kitchens as easy and eﬃ cient as possible and this user guide will help you to get the most out of your machine.

The incredible power of steam eliminates 99.9% of harmful germs and bacteria around the home, breaking down stubborn grease and grime and leaving every surface spotless and hygienic for a healthier home environment.

Taking care of your Steam Cleaner

Also inside this guide are instructions on maintaining your new machine, so that it’s always ready when you are to tackle your hard  oors and above  oor cleaning.

We’re here if you need us

For troubleshooting simply visit or call:

Australia: 1300 VAX AUS (1300 829 287)* vax.com.au New Zealand: 0800 VAX NZL (0800 829 695)* 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

Steam Cleaner

Included with your machine

Microbre pad

Concentration nozzle

Cooling tray

Carpet glider

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

Accessories

Getting to know your machine

Model VX69 Voltage 220-240V ~ 50/60Hz Wattage 1300W Cord length 5m Weight 2.1kg

Technical Speciﬁ cation

Subject to technical change without notice.

Made in China to our exact speciﬁ cations

Micro bre pads VTHSP & VTHSP4

Accessories

*To purchase consumables and accessories, please visit vax.com.au

This product

meets applicable

regulatory

requirements Indoor

Use

Only Read

Instructions

Handle

Handle release button

Cord hook

Handheld handle

Handheld steam trigger (hidden)

Power on indicator

Water tank cap

Water tank (Part on unit)

Floorhead

Carpet glider

Floorhead release button

On/O & steam control dial

Assembling your steamer

PLEASE READ ‘LET’S TALK SAFETY’ AT THE BEGINNING BEFORE USE

Getting started

CAUTION:

• The steamer and accessories get very hot during use, always allow them to cool down before handling.

• Always unplug and switch o the steamer when assembling or disassembling.

• Always switch o the steamer before emptying the water tank or changing the cloths/accessories.

IMPORTANT:

• Please refer to  oor manufacturer’s care recommendations before use and test the steamer on a hidden area of  ooring to begin with. Check with  ooring manufacturer for suitability on sealed  oors prior to use.

• Test for colour fastness in a small hidden area of upholstery/fabric to check for colour removal before use.

• When using the steamer, basic safety precautions should always be observed.

• Don’t aim the steamer at people, animals, plants and electrical components or wires. Never touch the steam jet or  oorhead from a short distance (there is a risk of scalding).

• The steamer is equipped with a thermostat and a thermal fuse. If for any reason the steamer overheats it will switch o . If this happens turn o and unplug the steamer, allow to cool for at least 2 to 4 hours and re-try.

• Don’t use hot or boiling water to  ll or clean water tank.

Push the main body down into the  oorhead until it clicks into place.

Stand the steamer upright by pushing the main body forward to lock into position.

Push the handle into main body until it clicks into place. The collar should be gripped when connecting or releasing the handle.

Using your machine

Filling the water tank

IMPORTANT: Never turn the steamer over when water is in the tank, as some water may leak through the air valve. It is normal for the water tube to make a rattling sound inside the water tank during use.

IMPORTANT: Always  ll the clean water tank with WATER ONLY. No solutions, detergents, alcohol or perfume to be used.

Remove  oorhead and handle and place steamer on  at surface. Twist water tank cap anticlockwise and lift to remove.

Replace cap, align tabs and twist clockwise to tighten.

Correct

Incorrect

Do not  ll directly from tap or over sink. Keep steamer on  at surface. Use a Measuring Jug to  ll the tank with 330ml of water.

Cleaning hard ﬂ oors

IMPORTANT: Never use the steamer without a Micro bre Pad attached to the  oorhead. Never leave the steamer on one spot for an extended period of time or with a damp or wet Micro bre Pad attached as this may damage the  oor surface.

Using your machine

Place the Micro bre Pad on the  oor white side facing up. Place the  oorhead onto Micro bre Pad making sure the Micro bre Pad covers the entire  oorhead.

Place foot onto the  oorhead and pull handle backwards to recline.

To steam your  oors twist the steam control dial to desired setting. Steam is activated automatically. Take care when changing settings during cleaning.

Turn dial to ‘OFF’ position and allow steamer to cool, the red light will switch o . Hold corner of pad down with your foot and lift steamer to peel away.

Plug into mains, turn dial to ‘ON’; the red light will illuminate to indicate power on. The steamer will be ready after approximately 30 seconds. There will be no sounds for the  rst 30 seconds whilst it is heating up.

Move the steamer slowly backwards and forwards across the  oor paying particular attention to high traﬃ c areas.

Using your machine

Refreshing Carpets

Place the Micro bre Pad on the  oor white side facing up. Place steamer onto pad making sure the entire pad covers the  oorhead.

Twist the steam control dial to desired setting. Steam is activated automatically. Take care when changing settings during cleaning.

With Micro bre Pad attached, push steamer into front of the Carpet Glider, then place back of the  oorhead into the clip. The Carpet Glider should only be used when refreshing carpets.

Plug into mains, turn dial to ‘ON’ position, the red light will illuminate to indicate power on. There will be no sounds for the  rst 30 seconds whilst it is heating up.

Place your foot on  oorhead and pull handle backwards to recline.

Move the steamer slowly backwards and forwards across the carpet paying particular attention to high traﬃ c areas.

To release the Carpet Glider, place your foot on clip and push down. Lift steamer to remove.

IMPORTANT: When using on carpets, always make sure the Micro bre Pad is used and covers the  oorhead entirely before using the Carpet Glider. Only use the Carpet Glider when refreshing carpets, not for hard  oors.

Using the machine as a handheld

Using your machine

Push handle release button and lift handle to remove. The collar should be gripped with one hand when releasing the handle with the other hand.

Twist the steam control dial to desired setting.

To produce steam squeeze the trigger in short bursts. Don’t hold the trigger continuously to prevent over wetting. Allow 30 seconds for steamer to warm up. No sound will be heard until trigger is pressed. No steam will be visible until after 30 seconds.

Push Concentration Nozzle into steamer until it clicks into place.

Plug into mains, turn the dial to ‘on’ position. The red light will illuminate to indicate power on.

Press accessory release button and lift steamer to release  oorhead.

Taking care of your machine

IMPORTANT: Don’t use bleach or fabric softener when washing the Micro bre Pad. Always allow the steamer to fully cool down before removing the Micro bre Pad.

IMPORTANT: Never remove the water tank cap with the product upright as water could leak out–always remove the  oorhead and handle and place on a  at surface before removing the water tank cap.

Emptying the water tank

Cleaning the microﬁ bre pad

Unplug, remove  oorhead and handle place steamer on  at surface. Twist water tank cap anticlockwise and lift to remove.

MAX

40˚C

24hr

The Micro bre Pad is machine washable (Max 40°C) allow to fully dry again before use.

Taking care of your machine

IMPORTANT: Turn dial on steamer to ‘OFF’ position, switch o at mains and unplug safely. Allow to fully cool down before performing maintenance or troubleshooting checks.

Clearing blockages

Push the accessory  oorhead release button and lift the main body from the  oorhead to remove. Also remove the handle.

To clear a blockage in the  oorhead, remove the Micro bre Pad from the  oorhead, insert a small thin object, such as a paperclip, into the steam holes to remove any blockage.

Use a small thin object such as a paperclip to insert into the nozzle and clear any blockage.

What to do if it goes wrong

• Check the ‘This pack contains’ panel on the box to make sure the part is included with your steamer.

• If it is missing, we’re here to help. Simply call us on

AUS: 1300 VAX AUS (1300 829 287) NZ: 0800 VAX NZL (0800 829 695)

• Check the on/o control dial position.

• Check the amber light is illuminated.

• The plug may not be fully pushed into the electrical socket.

• Check the fuse in the plug if this needs replacing, always replace with a SAA 10amp fuse.

SolutionProblem

CAUTION: To reduce the risk of personal injury, unplug the product before performing

maintenance/troubleshooting checks.

There is an accessory missing.

The steamer has no power

Why is the steamer not producing steam?

• There may be no water in water tank, check the water tank has water.

• Check the water tank cap is securely  tted onto the water tank.

• The water may not yet be at temperature. The steamer will take approximately 30 seconds to heat up.

• Steam path may be blocked. Go to ‘Maintenance Section’.

• Check steam control dial has been turned to ‘on’.

• Water tank level may be low, re ll with water.

• If using as a stick mop - handle may not be fully inserted. Release handle, press handheld trigger to check steam is working. Re-insert handle until it clicks into place.

Why won’t the Microﬁ bre pad pick up dirt?

• The Micro bre Pad may already be saturated or dirty.