PROVEN TO CLEAN BETTER THAN THE LEADING RENTAL LET’S GET STARTED.
Let’s talk safety 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. Basic • Keep fingers, hair and loose clothing away from moving parts safety and openings whilst using the carpet washer. precautions • Before using the carpet washer test your carpets/rugs/upholstery for colourfastness and pile distortion. Don’ts Do’s • Don’t leave the carpet washer plugged in when unattended.
• This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision. • Only Vax recommended tools and solution should be used with this carpet washer.
Thank you for buying this Platinum PowerMax. Taking care of your carpets The Platinum PowerMax is designed to make washing carpets regularly, as effective and efficient 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 carpets for your home for a reason and Vax will help you take good care of them.
Contents Included with your machine Let’s talk safety Hose Getting to know your machine Getting started Upholstery wash tool Using your machine Taking care of your machine SpinScrub tool Let’s talk technical Pre-treatment wand What to do if it goes wrong Getting in touch Hard floor squeegee Accessories Notes 2 x 250ml Platinum solution Pre-treatment solution Accessory bag
Getting to know your machine Handle Boost trigger Solution trigger (hidden) SpinScrub tool and caddy Clean water/solution tank release button Clean water/solution tank caps Quick cord release hook Clean water/solution tank Rinse/Wash dial Handle lock dial Dirty water release latch Dirty water tank Hose and solution connection port (hidden) Nozzle release clip Quick Clean function Recline pedal On/Off pedal Nozzle SpinScrub brushes and brushbars Technical Specification Accessories & Consumables
Getting started PLEASE READ ‘LET’S TALK SAFETY’ AT THE BEGINNING BEFORE USE IMPORTANT: Carpets should be dry vacuumed thoroughly before washing. • Test for colourfastness - Wet a white absorbent cloth with the solution. In a small hidden area of your carpet/rugs/ upholstery, gently rub with the dampened cloth. Wait ten minutes and check for colour removal or bleed with white paper towel or cloth.
Using your machine NOTE: Carpets should be dry vacuumed thoroughly before washing. For heavily soiled areas, it may be necessary to repeat the cleaning process. Make criss-crossing strokes across the original pattern and overlap with each pass. Filling the water/solution tank and cleaning modes Press the clean water/ solution tank release button, pull and lift to remove the tank. Twist the water/solution tank cap anti-clockwise and remove.
Using your machine IMPORTANT: Your dirty water tank is fitted with a float. When the dirty water tank is full, or the floorhead is not in contact with the carpet, the float will shut off the suction on the carpet washer. You will be able to hear if this has happened as the motor noise on the machine will increase. Once the float is activated, empty the dirty water tank if full. If the dirty water tank is not full then turn off your machine at the power switch and wait for the float to settle.
Using your machine Using the hose and tools NOTE: The carpet washer should be in the upright position when using the hose and tools; this will de-activate the SpinScrub brushes and brushbar. Turn the wash/rinse dial to ‘wash’. Pour the required amount of carpet cleaning solution into the tank. Fill the clean water tank with warm water (max 40°C). Push the hose end and hose solution connector into the hose and solution connection port. Select the SpinScrub or Upholstery tool.
Using your machine Using the pre-treatment wand Pre-treating your carpet before washing will help to remove stubborn stains. Do not saturate your carpet. Pour the required amount of pre-treatment solution into the tank. Fill the clean water tank with warm water (max 40°C). Turn the wash/rinse dial to ‘wash’. Pull down the accessory hose connector cover. Push the wand connector into the solution tube port. Plug into the mains and press the On/Off button to switch on.
Using your machine CAUTION: To prevent damage to wood floors and other hard floors, follow the flooring manufacturer's cleaning recommendations. Inspect the floor surface for a worn finish, bare wood or separated joints. It is not recommended to use the carpet washer on floors if any of these conditions exist. Test on an inconspicuous area first Washing hard floors IMPORTANT: Hard floors should be dry vacuumed thoroughly before washing.
Using your machine CAUTION: Always unplug the carpet washer before performing any maintenance/troubleshooting checks. Emptying and cleaning the dirty water tank IMPORTANT: Empty and rinse out clean and dirty water tanks and leave to air dry before replacing. Do not leave solution stored in the tanks between uses. Press the dirty water tank release latch and pull the tank to remove. Pull and lift the dirty water tank clip to release the lid. Lift the tank lid to remove.
Taking care of your machine CAUTION: Always unplug the carpet washer before performing any maintenance/troubleshooting checks. Removing and cleaning the nozzle Remove both tanks and tilt the carpet washer back. Lift the nozzle release clip and pull the nozzle forward, separating the tabs on the nozzle and carpet washer. Rinse the nozzle under water to remove dirt/debris. IMPORTANT: If the nozzle is fitted incorrectly, this will cause poor dirty water pick up.
Taking care of your machine Removing and cleaning the SpinScrub brushes Lie the carpet washer on its Firmly pull the sides back exposing the SpinScrub of the SpinScrub brushes and brushbar. cover and remove the SpinScrub brushes. Carpets and hard floors should be dry vacuumed thoroughly before washing. This will help prevent excessive build up of dirt/debris in the nozzle. P TI Using a pair of scissors, remove any threads or hair caught around the brushes. Rinse under water to remove debris.
Taking care of your machine Removing and cleaning the brushbar Using a crosshead screwdriver, undo the 2 screws and remove the belt guard. Using a crosshead screwdriver remove the 4 screws on the side brushes and the top and bottom screws from each of the rug guards (metal pins) to get access to the brushbar. Pull and slide the right side brushes together with the brushbar. Remove the side cap from the brushbar and unloop the brushbar from the belt.
Accessories Don’t forget your solution! Order at: www.vax.co.uk/spares-and-solutions Platinum (1.5l) 1-9-139136 Platinum Carpet Cleaning Solution deep cleans carpets and removes stubborn stains. Safe to use on wool carpets - Woolsafe approved. Ultra+ (1.5l) 1-9-137771 Ultra+ Carpet Cleaning Solution tackles stubborn spots and stains and removes unpleasant odours too. It’s specially formulated to leave no sticky residue, so your carpets stay fresher for longer.
What to do if it goes wrong IMPORTANT: Always unplug the carpet washer before performing any maintenance/troubleshooting checks. Problem There is an accessory missing Why won’t the carpet washer turn on? Why won’t the solution/clean water dispense? Why won’t the carpet washer pick up? Why won’t the brushes spin? Solution • Check the contents on the box to make sure the part is definitely included with your washer. • The plug may not be fully pushed into the electrical socket.
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