V-027U User Guide.qxd:V-027U User Guide 11/3/08 11:46 Page 1 Vax careline 0870 6061248 instruction manual Carpet washer Vax model number: V-027U ULTRA SOLUTION www.vax.co.uk Please read carefully before using this cleaner. Always fully extend the mains cable before use. Retain for future reference.
V-027U User Guide.qxd:V-027U User Guide 11/3/08 11:46 Page 2 www.vax.co.uk 1. Diagram V-027U 1 2 3 4 22 23 5 6 24 25 7 16 26 15 26 14 27 13 28 12 8 11 29 9 10 17 18 3 30 ULTRA 19 21 Fig.
V-027U User Guide.qxd:V-027U User Guide 11/3/08 11:46 Page 3 Vax Careline 0870 606 1248 2. Safety Information FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY. When using the vacuum cleaner, basic safety precautions should always be observed, including the following: 1. 21. Using improper voltage may result in damage to the motor and possible injury to the user. The correct voltage is listed on the rating label. 22. A hazard may occur if the carpet washer runs over the power supply cord.
V-027U User Guide.qxd:V-027U User Guide 11/3/08 11:46 Page 4 www.vax.co.uk 3. Assembly Putting your cleaner together Remove your Rapide XL from the carton with caution. The handle is connected to the body by a cord (Fig.3/1). NOTE: Do not tug or pull on the cord. Fig.3/4 Place a nut into the recess in the back of the upper handle. While holding the nut in place insert one of the large screws through the front of the upper handle and tighten (Fig.3/5). Repeat the process with the second screw. Fig.
V-027U User Guide.qxd:V-027U User Guide 11/3/08 11:46 Page 5 Vax Careline 0870 606 1248 Fig.3/7 Line up the grooves of the clean water tank with the support posts inside the handle. Tilt the top of clean water tank inward and push until it locks into place (Fig.3/8). Fig.3/10 Connect upholstery attachment to end of hose by pressing until it clicks into place (Fig3/11). Fig.
V-027U User Guide.qxd:V-027U User Guide 11/3/08 11:46 Page 6 www.vax.co.uk 4. Operation Note: The float in your Rapide XL is the transparent, pivoting moulded part in the dirty water tank, it will shut off the suction when the dirty water tank is full. For best results use a smooth steady motion keeping the nozzle flat against the carpet. Tipping the cleaner and breaking the seal of the nozzle against the carpet will cause the float to rise cutting off suction.
V-027U User Guide.qxd:V-027U User Guide 11/3/08 11:46 Page 7 Vax Careline 0870 606 1248 solution from the carpet. For heavily soiled areas, repeat if necessary. Fig.4/9 Fig.4/6 Insert the end of the hose into the tool opening and twist clockwise until it locks into place (Fig.4/10). How to carry your cleaner Grab the carrying handle on the back of the cleaner to transport from room to room (Fig.4/7). NOTE: Do not pick the cleaner up by the clean water tank handle. Fig.
V-027U User Guide.qxd:V-027U User Guide 11/3/08 11:46 Page 8 www.vax.co.uk To wash upholstery, be sure that the brush switch is OFF and that the power and soap switches are turned ON (Fig.4/13). Note: Do not allow upholstery to become too wet. Fig.4/16 Move the tool/floor selector to the floor position (downwards) (Fig.4/17). Fig.4/13 While depressing the blue solution spray trigger, push the attachment in a forward motion.
V-027U User Guide.qxd:V-027U User Guide 11/3/08 11:46 Page 9 Vax Careline 0870 606 1248 Fig.4/19 Remove the dirty water tank by lifting the dirty water tank handle and pulling the tank out of the base (Fig.4/20). Fig.4/22 Return the dirty water tank cap (Fig.4/23). NOTE: The nozzle does not need to be completely removed to empty the dirty water tank. Fig.4/23 Lift the dirty water tank handle and pull out the filter to clean. Fig.
V-027U User Guide.qxd:V-027U User Guide 11/3/08 11:46 Page 10 www.vax.co.uk Emptying the dirty water tank Return dirty water tank to the base of the cleaner by tipping the nozzle down into the basin and dropping it into place (Fig.4/25). Fig.4/25 Lift the front of the cleaner base off the carpeting with one hand. Line up the black tabs with the grooves of the front nozzle. 5. Maintenance Remove dirty water tank and front nozzle put them to one side (Fig.5/1). Fig.
V-027U User Guide.qxd:V-027U User Guide 11/3/08 11:46 Page 11 Vax Careline 0870 606 1248 first large pulley by lightly placing a finder on top to guide it. Fig.5/7 Fig.5/4 Return the nozzle cover to the original position (Fig.5/5) Secure by replacing the two (2) screws. To install a new brushbar. Feed the brushbar through the opening until the screw plate and screw hole are lined up (as above) (Fig.5/8). NOTE: The black cap behind the silver screw plate will be through the hole. Fig.
V-027U User Guide.qxd:V-027U User Guide 11/3/08 11:46 Page 12 www.vax.co.uk 6. Troubleshooting 7. UK Service & Help WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury, unplug the vacuum cleaner before performing maintenance or troubleshooting checks. Vax Care 0870 6061248 Monday-Friday 8.00am to 6.00pm Saturday-Sunday 9.00am to 5.00pm An answerphone is available outside of these hours. Any queries or concerns about using the Vax, call the Vax Careline. Calls are charged at the UK national rate.
V-027U User Guide.qxd:V-027U User Guide 11/3/08 11:46 Page 13 Vax Careline 0870 606 1248 8. Technical Specification Voltage: Wattage: Capacity: Cord length: Weight: 220-240V ~50Hz 750 W Clean water tank - 4.0 litres Dirty water tank - 3.7 litres 7.5 metres 11.30kg Subject to technical change without notice.
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V-027U User Guide.qxd:V-027U User Guide 11/3/08 11:46 Page 16 --- EEC STATEMENT OF COMPLIANCE Manufacturer/EEC importer: Vax Limited, hereby on our own responsibility, declare that the Vax V-027U is manufactured in compliance with the following Directives: Safety: 2006/95/EC Low Voltage Directive EMC: 2004/108/EC Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive Waste electrical products should not be disposed of with household waste. Please recycle where facilities exist.
