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User Guide Vax Careline: (UK) 0844 412 8455 (ROI) 1-800 928 308 Steam mop Get cleaning... What’s your Vax model number? (Located on the flap of the packaging) e.g. S 2 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 Handle Upper cord clip Lower cord clip Power cord Clean water tank LED indicator a) Water heating/power on (orange LED) b) Steam ready (orange LED) + (green LED) 7 Floor head 8 Steam release trigger Unit 8 1 2 4 3 5 6 12 b a 7 9 Microfibre cleaning pads x 2 (dependant on model) 10 Carpet glider 11 Long screw 12 Short screw 13 Measuring jug 14 Hard water filter (hidden) (Pre-assembled in unit) 15 Washer x 2 16 Velcro microfibre cleaning pad x 2 (dependant on model) 2 A
General Safety Information This steam mop is intended for household use only and NOT for commercial or industrial use. IMPORTANT: Please refer to floor manufacturer’s care recommendations before use and test the steam mop on a discrete area of flooring to begin with. PLEASE KEEP INSTRUCTIONS FOR FURTHER USE. When using the steam mop, basic safety precautions should always be observed, including the following: WARNING: The stick steam mop head gets very hot during operation. WARNING: Danger of scalding 1.
- Operation Assembling your steam mop WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury, unplug the steam mop when assembling. Remove clean water tank. Insert handle into main body. Line up the screw holes on the handle and the main body. Fit the body of the unit onto the floor head, lining up the screw hole. Secure the floor head with the remaining screw. 4 Secure the handle in place with one of the screws provided.
Operation Before you begin cleaning IMPORTANT: Do not use hot or boiling water to fill clean water tank. Do not overfill the water tank. NOTE: Always ensure there is water in the clean water tank. NOTE: Do not over fill. 1 2 Remove the clean water tank. a Twist the cap slightly anti-clockwise to remove. b Fill the tank with max 500ml of water and replace the water cap, Tighten by twisting clockwise. Replace the clean water tank, clicking into place making sure the hard water filter is in place.
- Operation Steam cleaning hard floors IMPORTANT: Please refer to floor manufacturer’s care recommendations before use and test the steam mop on a discrete area of flooring to begin with. WARNING: Never leave the steam mop in one spot on any surface for an extended period of time with a damp or wet microfibre cleaning pad attached as this may damage the floor surface. Your steam mop should only be used on tiles, lino, sealed wood flooring including sealed laminate.
Maintenance (Keep your Vax as good as new) Empty the water tank IMPORTANT: Allow the unit to fully cool down before performing any maintenance or troubleshooting checks. Remove the clean water tank. Twist the cap slightly anti-clockwise to remove. Empty any excess water over the sink, replace water cap and return to the unit. Removing the cleaning pad IMPORTANT: Allow the unit to fully cool down before performing any maintenance or troubleshooting checks.
- Maintenance (Keep your Vax as good as new) Replacing the hard water filter IMPORTANT: The condition of the filter affects the performance of your machine. Check and change filter (depending on level of use). Do not operate unit without hard water filter in place. Your machine is fitted with a hard water filter. If you live in an area of hard water the filter will discolour/darken over time (2).
Maintenance (Keep your Vax as good as new) Clearing blockages IMPORTANT: Turn unit off. Allow unit to fully cool down before performing maintenance or troubleshooting checks. There is a small opening at the bottom of the trim that goes around the outside of the back of the unit. This opening is a steam exhaust vent should the primary path become blocked. If steam starts to escape from this vent you should: Steam exhaust vent. Remove microfibre pad and inspect unit base for blockages.
- FAQs WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury, unplug the steam mop before performing maintenance or trouble shooting checks. Is there an accessory missing? Why is the steam mop not producing steam? • Check the Parts Overview page in the guide to make sure the part is definitely included in your unit. • There may be no water in the tank; please refer to the operation section. • If the part is missing we’re here to help.
Other Information UK Service & Help Vax Careline: (UK) 0844 412 8455 (ROI) 1-800 928 308 Monday-Friday 8.30am to 6.30pm Saturday 9.00am to 5.00pm Any queries or concerns about using your Vax, call the Vax Careline. Calls are charged at the UK local rate. Please make a note of the serial number and model number of the steam mop before calling. For the nearest Service Agent, please call the Vax Careline or visit vax.co.uk Consumables To purchase spares and accessories, please visit vax.co.
