User Guide Stick Steam Cleaner St eam C l e an e r Get Cleaning... What’s your Vax model number? (Located on the flap of the packaging) e.g. S 8 7- C X 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 12 6 a 7 b 9 Microfibre cleaning pad 10 Carpet glider (dependant on model) 11 Hard water filter (hidden) (pre-assembled in unit) 12 Cooling base (dependant on model) 13 Measuring jug (dependant on model) 14 Screw x 1 15 Washer x 1 Accessories 9 10 12 13
General Safety Information FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY. 13. When using the stick steam cleaner, basic safety precautions should always be observed, including the following: IMPORTANT: Please refer to floor manufacturer’s care recommendations before use and test the steamer on a discrete area of flooring to begin with. WARNING: The stick steam cleaner head gets very hot during operation. WARNING: 1. 14. Turn off all controls before unplugging. 15.
Operation Assembling your stick steam cleaner Remove clean water tank. Insert handle into main body. Line up the screw holes on the handle and the main body. Secure the handle in place with one of the screws provided. Before you begin cleaning IMPORTANT: Please refer to floor manufacturer’s care recommendations before use and test the steamer on a discrete area of flooring to begin with. WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury, unplug the steamer when assembling the unit.
Operation Before you begin cleaning a a b Orange LED will illuminate when the unit is switched on at the plug and water is heating. b After approximately 1 minute the green LED will also illuminate showing steamer is ready to use. The green LED will go off when unit water is re-heating. Attaching the microfibre cleaning pad WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury, unplug the steamer when assembling the accessories.
Operation Steam cleaning hard floors IMPORTANT: Please refer to floor manufacturer’s care recommendations before use and test the steamer on a discrete area of flooring to begin with. WARNING: Never leave the stick steam cleaner 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. WARNING: Your stick steam cleaner should only be used on tiles, lino or sealed wood flooring. Do not use on laminate flooring.
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 anti-clockwise to remove. Empty any excess water over the sink, replace water cap and return to the unit. Remove the microfibre cleaning pad from the unit IMPORTANT: Allow the unit to fully cool down before performing any maintenance or troubleshooting checks. 1 Undo drawstring.
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). 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). Depending on water hardness and/or frequency of use the filter should be changed every 6 months, or once the filter has completely darkened.
FAQs WARNING: to reduce the risk of personal injury, unplug the steam stick before performing maintenance/troubleshooting checks. Is there an accessory missing? Why is the stick steam cleaner 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 Any queries or concerns about using your Vax, simply visit; vax.co.uk/support – vaxireland.ie or 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 vacuum cleaner before calling. Vax Careline: (UK) 0844 412 8455 (ROI) 1-800 928 308 Monday-Friday 8.30am to 6.30pm Saturday 9.00am to 5.00pm Consumables To purchase spares and accessories, please visit vax.co.
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Window Vac Window Cleaner Range Let’s get started H87-WV-B /VRS1WV vax.co.
Let’s talk safety Basic safety precautions This Window Vac is intended for household use only and NOT for commercial or industrial use. 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.
Thank you for buying this Window Vac Taking care of your windows The Window Vac Window Cleaner is designed to clean windows regularly as effectively and efficiently as possible and this user guide will help you get the most out of your machine. Clean windows look better and make your home brighter. Taking care of your Window Vac Also inside this guide are instructions on maintaining your new machine, so that it’s always ready when you are to tackle your windows.
Contents Let’s talk safety Getting to know your machine Getting started Window Vac Included with your machine Charger Microfibre pad Using your machine Scrub pad Taking care of your machine Let’s talk technical What to do if it goes wrong Getting in touch Vax window cleaning solution
Getting to know your machine Water recovery squeegee Solution spray outlet Cleaning pad holder Spray trigger Power On/Off button Water tank Water tank cap/ water tank filter (unseen) Power charger connector Technical Specification Accessories & Consumables Name Window Vac Voltage 3.7V Weight 0.75kg Microfibre pads (Type 1)* 1-1-133091-00 Subject to technical change without notice. *To purchase consumables and accessories, please visit vax.co.
Getting started PLEASE READ ‘LET’S TALK SAFETY’ AT THE BEGINNING BEFORE USE IMPORTANT: This Window Vac is to be used on vertical surfaces only. NOTE: Fully charge the battery before first use. Initial charge is 3 hours. Don’t use the Window Vac whilst connected to the charger unit. Plug charger into the mains and insert the charger cable into the back of the Window Vac. Remove foam filter. The indicator light will show red while the machine is charging.
Using your machine Using your Window Vac Pull the trigger to spray solution onto the surface to be cleaned. Move the Window Vac in a zig-zag pattern to avoid over-saturating a single point. Finish with sideways strokes. Wipe the surface with the microfibre or scrub pad on the back of the machine. Whilst pulling the trigger to spray solution, you may need to press the trigger a few times first before solution is dispensed, this clears air from the Window Vac.
Taking care of your machine Note: The Window Vac must be emptied after each use – DON’T store water/solution in the machine between uses. After use, open the water tank, remove the filter and empty water into the sink. Squeeze any excess water from filter before replacing into the Window Vac. Storage The Window Vac must be stored in a vertical position. Rinse filter under running warm water (Max 40’C).
Let’s talk technical Note: Fitting the squeegee incorrectly will result in poor pick up. If the squeegee blade becomes dirty it can be removed and washed. Grip the blade and gently pull from the machine. Rinse under running water (Max 40’C). 3 To refit, push the squeegee blade back into the machine. Making sure the suction holes are facing the same side as the water tank. 8 The squeegee needs to be pushed firmly down into the machine so there is no gap.
What to do if it goes wrong Problem Why won’t my Window Vac turn on? Why won’t the Window Vac pick up? Why does my Window Vac leak? Why does my Window Vac leave a smear on my window? Why won’t the battery recharge? Solution • The battery may not be charged. Connect the charger, the indicator light will turn green when fully charged. The initial charge should be for 3 hours. • The unit might be plugged in. The Window Vac will not run when the charge is plugged in. • The squeegee blade may be blocked.
Getting in touch * Calls are charged at the UK local rate. Please make a note of the serial number and model number of the Window Vac before calling.
@VaxUK Vax Ltd., Kingswood Road, Hampton Lovett, Droitwich, Worcestershire, WR9 0QH, UK email: info@vax.co.uk website: vax.co.uk Version 1.0 EEC Statement of Compliance: Manufacturer/EEC importer: Vax Limited, hereby on our own responsibility, declare that the H87-WV/VRS1WV series is manufactured in compliance with the following Directives: Safety: 2006/95/EC Low Voltage Directive. EMC: 2004/108/EC Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive.
