User Guide Vax Careline: (UK) 0844 412 8455 (ROI) 1-800 928 308 Bagless Cylinder Mach 8 Get Cleaning... What’s your Vax model number? (Located on the top flap of the packaging) e.g. C 8 7- M 8 - B What’s your serial number? – (Located on the base of the machine) – – – – Note these down in case you need them in future. Please keep instructions for further use. vax.co.
- Machine Overview 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 On/off button Dirt container Cyclone separator Pre-motor filter cover Dirt container/carry handle Dirt container release button Auto cord rewind Floor tool parking storage Post-motor filter cover Dirt container quick release button (hidden) Hose inlet Combination floor head Crevice tool 2-in-1 tool 14a) Dusting brush 14b) Upholstery tool Telescopic extension tube Hose and handle Foam pre-motor filter Fibre pre-motor filter Anti-bacteri
General Safety Information FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY. 14. When using the vacuum cleaner, basic safety precautions should always be observed, including the following: Do not vacuum up hard or sharp objects such as glass, nails, screws, coins, etc. 15. Do not use without ALL of the filters in place. 16. Take extra care when vacuuming on stairs. 17. Keep vacuuming area well lit. 1. 2. 3. Only use the vacuum cleaner indoors on dry surfaces. Do not handle the plug or vacuum cleaner with wet hands.
- Operation Keep your Vax like new IMPORTANT: The condition of the filters affects the performance of your machine. For best cleaning results filters require cleaning at least every three months. For full cleaning instructions, see pages 5 and 6. IMPORTANT: Do not use the vacuum cleaner without all of the filters in place. Assembling your vacuum cleaner Hard floors Carpets NOTE: The crevice tool, 2-in-1 dusting brush and upholstery tool can all be attached to telescopic tube or hose handle.
Maintenance (Keep your Vax as good as new) Packing away and storage NOTE: For convenience there is a 1 parking slot located at the rear of the vacuum cleaner where the floor head and tubes can be attached for storage and carrying. 2 Emptying and cleaning the dirt container 2 1 Advanced cleaning - cyclone separator tap vax.co.
- Maintenance (Keep your Vax as good as new) Cleaning the pre-motor filter tap ! ! ! ! 24hr 40° C max Cleaning the HEPA post-motor filter tap ! ! ! ! 24hr 40° C max 6 Vax Careline: (UK) 0844 412 8455 (ROI) 1-800 928 308
Maintenance (Keep your Vax as good as new) Clearing blockages WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock, the power cord must be disconnected before performing maintenance/troubleshooting checks. Turn the vacuum cleaner off and unplug from the electrical socket. Hose blockages Accessory blockages The flexible hose may be disconnected from the Remove accessory from the hose/telescopic vacuum cleaner. Carefully remove any blockages tube.
- FAQs WARNING: to reduce the risk of personal injury, unplug the vacuum cleaner before performing maintenance/troubleshooting checks. Is there an accessory missing? Why won’t the accessories pick up properly? • Check the ‘Parts Overview’ page in this guide to make sure the part is definitely included in your unit. • Hose blockages: remove the hose from the unit. Carefully remove any blockages found and reconnect hose securely. • If it is missing, we’re here to help.
Other Information UK Service & Help Vax Customer Careline 0844 412 8455 Monday-Friday Saturday 8.30am to 6.30pm 9.00am to 5.00pm If you have any queries about using your Vax, call the Vax Careline. Calls are charged at the UK national rate. Please make a note of the serial number and model number of the carpet cleaner before calling. For the nearest Service Agent, please call the Vax Customer Careline or visit vax.co.
- Notes 10 Vax Careline: (UK) 0844 412 8455 (ROI) 1-800 928 308
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