Vax W86-DP-R, W86-DP-A, W86-DP-B, W85-DP-E, W86-DP-P User Manual

Dual Power

Let’s get started

W86-DP-B/A/R/T/P/W85-DP-E series

vax.co.uk

Let’s talk safety

Basic
safety
precautions

Don’ts

This carpet washer is intended for household use only and NOT
for commercial or industrial use.

• This carpet washer is intended for household use only
and NOT for commercial or industrial use.

• Only use the carpet washer indoors and keep the area
you’re cleaning well lit.

• Keep ngers, hair and loose clothing from moving parts
and openings whilst using the carpet washer.

• This carpet washer is NOT to be used by children under eight
years or persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental

• Don’t leave the carpet washer plugged in when unattended.

• Don’t use this carpet washer if it has been dropped, damaged
or left outdoors.

• Don’t run over the power cord or use carpet washer if the
power cord or plug is damaged. Please contact our Customer
Care Line on: 0330 026 8455 (Mon-Fri 8:30am to 6:00pm,
Sat 09:00am to 5:00pm).

• Don’t use your carpet washer to pick up any ammable or
combustible materials (lighter uid, petrol, kerosene etc.) or use
the carpet washer in an area with explosive vapours or liquid.

• Don’t handle the plug or use the carpet washer with wet hands.

• Don’t carry the carpet washer while it’s switched on.

Do’s

• Check with the manufacturer of your ooring prior to using
the carpet washer.

• The clean water tank should only be lled with warm water
(max 40’C). Filling the clean water tank with hot or boiling water
may damage your machine and invalidate your guarantee.

• Store your carpet washer in a cool, dry area. Before storing
your carpet washer please ensure all water/solutions tanks
and lters are thoroughly clean and dry.

• Always vacuum your carpets thoroughly before using your
carpet washer.

• Always unplug the carpet washer before carrying out
any maintenance and before connecting or disconnecting
the hose/accessories.

• Turn o all controls on the carpet washer before disconnecting
or connecting the power cord, after use always wrap the power
cord around the cord clips provided.

capabilities, unless they have been given instructions on how
to use the machine or are supervised during use.

• Any cleaning or maintenance of your carpet washer should not
be made by children without supervision and ensure they don’t play
with the carpet washer.

• Before using your carpet washer test your carpets/rugs/upholstery
for colourfastness and pile distortion.

• Only Vax recommend tools and solution should be used with this carpet
washer. Using other solutions may invalidate the guarantee.

• Don’t pull or carry this carpet washer by the power cord.

• Don’t use the power cord as a handle, pull the power cord around corners,
sharp edges or close a door over the power cord. Don’t unplug carpet
washer by pulling on the power cord.

• Don’t use your carpet washer to pick up hot coals, cigarette butts, matches
or smoking hot burning items or use in an area where there may
be harmful uids (chlorine, bleach, and ammonia drain cleaner).

• Don’t attempt to remove blockages with sharp objects as this may
cause damage to your carpet washer.

• Don’t over saturate your carpet.

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

• Always replace the fuse in the plug with a 13amp fuse. Always protect
the power cable from heated surfaces or near open ames.

• Always keep the power cord away from the brushes whilst using
your carpet washer.

• Use only CE approved 13amp extension cords, non-approved extension cords
may overheat. Care should be taken to arrange the extension cord as it can
be a trip hazard.

• Take extra care when cleaning on the stairs.

• Always use the carpet washer with all water/solution tanks and lters
in place.

• Keep all openings clear and free from debris as this may aect
the airow/suction.

• Always use the carpet washer in an upright position. To prevent motor
damage from dirty water, never hold the carpet washer upside down
or lay on its side.

PLEASE KEEP INSTRUCTIONS FOR FURTHER USE AND USE ONLY
AS INSTRUCTED IN THIS GUIDE.

Thank you for buying this Dual Power.

Taking care of your carpets

The Dual Power is designed to make washing carpets regularly, as eective and ecient
as possible and this user guide will help you get the most out of your machine.

Maintaining your carpets will ensure they keep their appearance for longer and smell fresh
and clean. You’ve chosen the carpets for your home for a reason and Vax will help you take
good care of them.

Taking care of your Dual Power

Also inside this guide are instructions on maintaining your new machine, so that it’s always
ready when you are to tackle your carpets.

Taking care of you

We’re here if you need us. Instead of taking me back
to the shop, simply visit:

vax.co.uk/support or call:

(UK) 0330 026 8455 (ROI) 1-800 928 308

Monday-Friday 8:30am to 6:30pm, Saturday 9:00am to 5:00pm

Calls are charged at the UK local rate. Please make a note of the serial number and model number
of the product before calling.

Alternatively, you can write to us at:

Vax Ltd, Plot 302, Stonebridge Cross Business Park, Hampton Lovett, Droitwich, WR9 OLW, UK

This User Guide can be found online at: vax.co.uk/support

Let us know what you think @VaxUK

Contents

Dual Power

Included with

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

all machines

Vax cleaning solution

+ Dual PowerPet

Vax Pet solution

+ Dual Power Reach

Wash tool

Accessory bag

Long reach hose

What to do if it goes wrong

Getting in touch

+ Dual Power Pet Plus

1 x Vax Pet solution

+ Dual Power Total Home

Pre Treatment solution

Pre Treatment wand

Getting to know your machine

Handle

Carry handle

Clean water tank release button

Solution trigger (hidden)

Cord storage hooks

Clean water tank

Dirty water tank handle

Dirty water tank clips

Dirty water tank

Hose connector
(some models only)

Solution port
(some models only)

Dual rotating
brushbars

Power cable

Cord storage hooks

On/O pedal

Handle release pedal

Wheels

Technical Specication

Name Dual Power
Code W85-DP-E, W86-DP-B, W86-DP-A, W86-DP-R, W86-DP-P, W86-DP-T
Voltage

See rating label on machine for details

Wattage See rating label on machine for details
Cord length 8m
Weight 5.8-6.6kg

Subject to technical change without notice.