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Bagless Cylinder
User Guide
NZ: 0800 800 900
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What’s your Vax’s model number?
V C Z
What’s your serial number?
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Note these down in case you need them in future. Please keep instructions for further use.
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6 0
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V C Z
(Located on the base of the machine)
1 6
P
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V C Z R 1
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6 0 0
VCZ1600 / VCZP1600 / VCZR1600

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Machine Overview
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Unit
1 On/off button
2 Auto cordrewind button (hidden)
3 Floor tool parking slot (hidden)
4 Carry handle
5 Dirt container carry handle
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Max
6 Dirt container release button
7 Separator
8 Dirt container
9 Max fill line
Dirt container must be emptied
as soon as this line is reached.
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1
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10 Hose inlet
Accessories
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Crevice tool
12 Combination floor tool
13 Telescopic extension tube
14 Flexible hose & handle
15 2-in-1 tool
(dusting brush & upholstery tool)
(VCZ1600 / VCZP1600 models only)
(4.2m stretch hose on VCZR1600 model only)
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Filters
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Pre-motor filter
17 Post-motor filter
18 Turbo tool (VCZP1600 / VCZR1600 models only)
Turbo brush
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Hard floor brush
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(VCZP1600 / VCZR1600 models only)
(VCZR1600 model only)
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General Safety Information
FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.
When using the vacuum cleaner, basic safety precautions
should always be observed, includingthe following:
1. Only use the vacuum cleaner indoors on dry
surfaces.
2. Turn off the vacuum cleaner controls before
disconnecting or connecting from the mains supply.
3. Alwaysunplug the vacuum cleaner before
connecting or disconnecting the vacuum hose and
accessories.
4. Children should be supervised to ensure that they
do not play with the appliance
5. 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.
6. Use only as described in this manual. Use only Vax
recommended attachments.
7. Do not use the vacuum cleaner if it has been
dropped, damaged, left outdoors or dropped into
. Do not use the vacuum cleaner with a
water
damaged cord or plug. If the supply cord is damaged,
it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service
agent or similarly qualified persons in order
to avoid a hazard.
8. 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.
9. Do not handle the plug or vacuum cleaner with wet
hands. Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.
10. Do not put any objects into openings. Do not use
with any openings blocked and do not restrict airflow. Keep all o
anything that might reduce airflow.
11. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers and all parts of
the body away from openings and moving parts.
12. Do not pick up hot coals, cigarette butts, matches
or any hot, smoking or burning objects.
13. Do not pick up flammable or combustible
materials (lighter fluid, petrol, kerosene etc.) or use
penings free of dust, lint, hair or
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in the presence of explosive liquids or vapours.
14. Do not vacuum up harmful or toxic material
(chlorine, bleac
15. Do not vacuum up hard or sharp objects such as
glass, nails, screws, coins, etc.
16. Do not use without ALL of the filters in place.
17. Take extra care when vacuuming on stairs.
18. Keep vacuuming area well lit.
19. Store the vacuum cleaner in a cool, dry area.
20. Turn off the on/off switch before unplugging the
vacuum cleaner
21. Use only SAA approved 10 amp extension cords.
Non-approved cords may overheat. Care should
be taken to arrange the co
cannot be tripped over.
WARNING: Always switch off and unplug the
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vacuum cleaner from the electrical outlet before
assembling, opening or emptying the dirt container, or before
connecting/disconnecting the attachments.
CAUTION: The vacuum cleaner is a very powerful
unit. Before plugging the cord into the electrical
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outlet, make sure the switch is in the ‘off’ position. Hold the
vacuum cleaner firmly when starting and in use.
IMPORTANT: If the inlet, h
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is blocked, switch off the vacuum cleaner and
remove the blockage(s) before re-starting the vacuum
cleaner.
IMPORTANT: Cleaning filters improves vacuum
performance. Vax recommends that your filters
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should be checked and cleaned periodically. If your filters are
washable make sure they are completely dry before
inserting back into the vacuum cleaner.
This vacuum cleaner is intended for household use
only and NOT for commercial or industrial use.
PLEASE KEEP INSTRUCTIONS FOR FURTHER USE.
h, ammonia, drain cleaner etc.).
rd so that the cord
ose or telescopic tube
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Operation
Keep your Vax like new
IMPORTANT: The condition of the filters affects the
performance of your machine. Please check and clean
filters periodically (depending on the level of use). For full
cleaning instructions, see page 5.
IMPORTANT: Do not use the vacuum cleaner without
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all of the filters in place.
Assembling your vacuum cleaner
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Attach hose to hose
inlet on vacuum.
Attach & extend
telescopic wand.
Operating the appliance
NOTE: Fully unwind
power cord before every
use. A yellow mark on
the cord indicates the
recommended cord
length. Do not exceed
the cord length beyond
the yellow mark.
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Choose an accessory & attach to
telescopic wand.
Switch vacuum cleaner on
Press on/off switch located
on the top of the cleaner.
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AU: 1300 361 505 / NZ: 0800 800 900