User Guide Vax Careline: AU: 1300 361 505 NZ: 0800 800 900 Bagless Cylinder ™ Get Cleaning... What’s your Vax’s model number? V M A T 1 4 0 0 W / V M C B 1 4 0 0 W 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.com.
Vax Service line: AU: 1300 361 505 NZ: 0800 800 900 vax
505 900 Machine Overview 5 4 10 6 3 2 3 7 11 1 8 9 2 12 1. Machine Overview The Unit 1 On/Off Button 2 Dirt Container 5 Dirt Container Release Button 6 Auto Cord Rewind 3 Cyclone Separator 10 Pre-Motor Filter Cover 7 Floor Tool Parking Slot 8 Plug 11 Hose Inlet 4 Dirt Container Carry Handle 13a 13b 14 16 9 Dirt Bin Quick Release Button 12 Post Motor Filter Cover 19 17 22 23 20 15 21 18 24 2.
General Safety Information FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY. 17. When using the vacuum cleaner, basic safety precautions should always be observed, including the following: Do not vacuum baking soda or any other powder-based carpet refresher or deodoriser. 18. Do not use without ALL of the filters in place or with blocked filters 19. Take extra care when vacuuming on stairs. 1. Only use the vacuum cleaner indoors on dry surfaces. 2.
05 900 Operation Filters Keep your Vax like new IMPORTANT: The condition of the filters affects the performance of your vacuum cleaner. Please check and wash filters regularly (depending on level of use). See Maintaining the Filters on page 7. IMPORTANT: Do not use the vacuum cleaner without all the filters in place. Assembling your vacuum cleaner Choose the attachments for the job vax.com.
Operation Operating the appliance WARNING: Always switch off and unplug the vacuum cleaner from the electrical outlet before assembling, opening or emptying the dirt container, or before connecting/disconnecting the attachments. NOTE: Fully unwind the power cord. A yellow mark on the power cord indicates the recommended cord length. Do not exceed the cord length beyond the red mark.
505 900 Maintenance (Keep your Vax as good as new) Dirt Container IMPORTANT: Always switch off and unplug the vacuum cleaner from the electrical outlet before removing the dirt container. IMPORTANT: Do NOT use the vacuum without ALL of the filters in place. Emptying the Dirt Container Cleaning the Cyclone Separator IMPORTANT: Remove the Dirt Container from the unit and dispose of the dirt inside the container before cleaning. IMPORTANT: The cyclone separator should not be submerged in water.
Maintenance (Keep your Vax as good as new) Maintaining the Filters NOTE: Do not use any detergents or boiling water to wash the filters. IMPORTANT: Your Vax vacuum cleaner is fitted with high performance filters it is essential that these are well maintained and cleaned according to the following instructions. Vax recommends that the pre-motor and post-motor filter should be checked and cleaned periodically depending on the frequency of use and the volume of dirt being picked upon each occasion.
505 900 Maintenance (Keep your Vax as good as new) Cleaning the Post-Motor Filter NOTE: This is located at the base of the vacuum cleaner. Cleaning Blockages WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock, the power cord must be disconnected before performing maintenance/ troubleshooting checks. Turn the vacuum cleaner off and unplug from the electrical outlet. Hose Blockages Accessory Blockages The flexible hose may be disconnected from the vacuum cleaner.
FAQ’s WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury, unplug the vacuum cleaner before performing maintenance/troubleshooting checks. Problem Solution Is there an accessory missing? Check the ‘Machine Overview’ page in this guide to make sure the part is definitely included in your unit. If it is missing, we’re here to help.
505 900 Other Information Vax Service & Help Vax Careline: Australia New Zealand 1300 361 505 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. For the nearest Service Agent, please call the Vax Customer Careline or visit vax.com.
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