W90-RU Series User Guide v5 Q7.qxd:User guide 16/4/10 12:56 Page 1 User Guide Vax Careline: AU: 1300 361 505 NZ: 0800 800 900 Carpet Washer Get Cleaning... What’s your Vax’s model number? V C W R U 1 0 0 0 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. www.vax.com.
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W90-RU & W89-RU Series User Guide v1.3.qxd:User guide 1/2/11 12:41 Page 3 General GeneralSafety SafetyInformation Information FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY. 16. Keep the unit on the floor. When using the carpet washer, basic safety precautions should always be observed, including the following: 17. Do not attempt to remove blockages with sharp objects as they may cause damage. 1. Do not leave the carpet washer unattended when plugged in. Unplug it from socket when not in use. 18.
W90-RU & W89-RU Series User Guide v1.3.qxd:User guide ----- 1/2/11 12:41 Page 4 Operation Operation Assembling your carpet washer handle 1 ‘Click’ 2 2 1 Press Locate locking pin and Insert handle and re-fit press in points shown locking pin. to remove. Locking pin will ‘click’ when in place. Assembling your tool caddy and hose Ensure locking tabs are horizontal. Rotate tabs 90˚ clockwise to lock caddy onto unit. Fit hose connector end in first. Attach caddy to unit top first.
W90-RU & W89-RU Series User Guide v1.3.qxd:User guide 1/2/11 12:41 Page 5 --- Operation Operation Before you begin cleaning • Vacuum your carpets thoroughly with a dry vacuum cleaner. • Test for colourfastness - Wet a white absorbent cloth with the solution. In a small, hidden area of your carpet, gently rub the surface with the dampened cloth. Wait ten minutes and check for colour removal or bleed with white paper towel or cloth. If your carpet has more than one colour, check all colours.
W90-RU & W89-RU Series User Guide v1.3.qxd:User guide 1/2/11 12:41 Page 6 --- Operation Operating your pre-treatment wand NOTE: Pre-treating your carpet before washing will help to remove stubborn stains. NOTE: Do not over saturate your carpet. ! 40° C max Pour required dose of pre-treatment solution (approx. 40ml per 1L of water). Mix solution with warm Remove clean water water. (max 40˚ C) tank. Fill clean water tank with solution mix. Tighten cap before returning tank to unit.
W90-RU & W89-RU Series User Guide v1.3.qxd:User guide 1/2/11 12:41 Page 7 --- Operation Operation Operating your carpet washer NOTE: Your dirty water tank is fitted with a float. When the dirty water tank is full or the floor head is not in contact with the carpet the float will shut off the suction at the floor nozzle. You will be able to hear if this has happened as the motor noise on the unit will increase. Once the float is activated, empty the dirty water tank if full.
W90-RU & W89-RU Series User Guide v1.3.qxd:User guide 1/2/11 12:41 Page 8 ----- Operation Operation Picking up spills Remove hose. Connect to dirty water tank outlet. Twist to secure position. Insert tube into socket. Press ‘on’ pedal. Pull wash tool back over spill to pick up liquid.
W90-RU & W89-RU Series User Guide v1.3.qxd:User guide 1/2/11 12:41 Page 8 ----- Operation Operation Using the wash tool NOTE: Do not over saturate your upholstery. NOTE: The clean water tank will need to be filled with solution and water before use. Remove hose. Connect to dirty water tank outlet. Press ‘on’ pedal. Press trigger to release For best results apply solution. solution on the forward stroke and release the trigger to recover on the backward stroke. 8 www.vax.com.
W90-RU Series User Guide v5 Q7.qxd:User guide 16/4/10 12:58 Page 8 ----- Maintenance your VaxVax as as good as as new) (Keep your good new) Maintenance(Keep ! ! WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock, turn the machine off and unplug ! electrical outlet before performing maintenance/troubleshooting checks. from ! Emptying the dirty water tank NOTE: Rinse out tank with clean water and leave to air dry before storing your machine. Pull back release lever. Lift tank. Turn cap and remove.
W90-RU Series User Guide v5 Q7.qxd:User guide 16/4/10 12:58 Page 9 --- Maintenance your Vax as as good as as new) Maintenance(Keep (Keep your Vax good new) ! ! Replacing the belt ! WARNING: DO NOT OPEN THE MOTOR COVER. ! Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove two (2) screws. Remove cover. Remove damaged/ broken belt off the spindles. Replace new belt on to spindles and secure the belt cover. Storage • Empty and rinse out clean and dirty water tanks and leave to air dry before replacing.
W90-RU & W89-RU Series User Guide v1.3.qxd:User guide 1/2/11 12:41 Page 11 FAQs FAQs ! WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury, unplug the carpet washer before performing maintenance/troubleshooting checks. Is there an accessory missing? Why won’t the solution/clean water dispense? • Check the ‘Parts Overview’ page in this guide to make sure the part is definitely included in your unit. • Ensure the clean water tank is fitted securely.
W90-RU & W89-RU Series User Guide v1.3.qxd:User guide 1/2/11 12:41 Page 12 ----- Other OtherInformation Information Vax Service & Help Vax Careline: (AU) 1300 361 505 (NZ) 0800 800 900 Monday-Friday 8.30am to 5.00pm If you have queries or concerns about using your Vax, call the Vax Careline. Calls are charged at the standard local rate. Please make a note of the serial number and model number of the vacuum cleaner before calling.
--- Notes 14 Vax Service line AU: 1300 361 505 / NZ: 0800 800 900
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