CORDLESS Blade SLIMVAC CORDLESS SLIMVAC WITH DETACHABLE HANDHELD LET’S GET STARTED.
Let’s talk safety Basic safety precautions This vacuum cleaner is intended for household use only and NOT for commercial or industrial use. • For best results, charge the battery tool in a location where the temperature is more than 10°C but less than 37°C. To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, do not store outside or in vehicles. READ ALL THE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE • Under extreme usage or temperature conditions, battery leakage may occur.
Let’s talk safety Don’ts • Do not pull or carry by charger cord, use cord as a handle, close a door on cord, or pull cord around sharp edges or corners. Do not place product on cord. Do not run appliance on cord. • Don’t try to short the terminals of the battery and the charger. • Don’t handle the charger plug or use the vacuum cleaner with wet hands.
Thank you for buying this Vax Cordless Blade. Taking care of your carpets and hard floors The Vax Cordless Blade series is designed to make vacuuming carpets and hard floors regularly, as effective and efficient as possible and this user guide will help you get the most out of your machine. Maintaining your carpets and hard floors will ensure they keep their appearance for longer and Vax will help you take good care of them.
Getting to know your machine Battery level indicator On/Off button Dirt container lid Handle Getting started PLEASE READ ‘LET’S TALK SAFETY’ AT THE BEGINNING BEFORE USE Filter cap Before you begin Dirt container Dirt container release button Battery level gauge CAUTION: Always switch off the vacuum cleaner before connecting or disconnecting the handheld/attachments or removing and emptying the dirt container.
Getting started Getting started Fixing the wall bracket PLEASE READ ‘LET’S TALK SAFETY’ BEFORE USE CAUTION: The battery used in this device may present a risk of fire or chemical burn if mistreated. Do not disassemble or heat above manufacturer’s maximum temperature limit (60°C/140°F) or incinerate. Use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion. Dispose of used battery promptly. Keep away from children. Do not disassemble and do not dispose of in a fire.
Getting started Charging the battery WARNING: Do not use the vacuum cleaner when the machine is plugged in and charging. NOTE: Once the battery is fully depleted the vacuum will still turn on for a few seconds. Plug in the charger until fully charged. The machine can remain on the battery charger once fully charged. The life expectancy of the battery will vary depending on the usage of the vacuum cleaner. White light flashing – The battery is charging. White light – The battery is charged (after 4 hours).
Using your machine Using your machine Using as a handheld vacuum cleaner Using as a reach stick vacuum cleaner The reach wand can be used for hard to reach places. CAUTION: Always take extra care when using the vacuum cleaner on the stairs. Press the handheld release clip. Pull to separate the handheld from the reach wand. The reach wand, when attached to the Powered Head/accessory, is not free standing. Place safely and securely to one side. To turn the machine on.
Taking care of your machine Taking care of your machine Emptying and cleaning the dirt container WARNING: Don’t over fill the dirt container to avoid blocking the air flow through the vacuum cleaner. 24hr 24hr Remove the filter from the lid. Press the handheld release clip. Pull to separate the handheld from the reach wand. The reach wand when attached to the Powered Head/accessory is not free standing. Place safely and securely to one side.
Let’s talk technical Accessories IMPORTANT: If the brushbar has been obstructed, the Motor Protection Sensor may have been activated and the brushbar will seize. Remove the Powered Head from the machine and clear any obstruction. Refit the Powered Head, switch on the vacuum cleaner by pressing the trigger and press the brushbar on/off button. Removing blockages from the Powered Head and reach wand Also available Vax Cordless Blade Accessories Order at: www.vax.com.
What to do if it goes wrong Problem There is an accessory missing Why does my vacuum cleaner have no power? Why isn’t the light on the vacuum cleaner lit when the battery is charging? Why won’t the vacuum cleaner pick up? Why won’t the brushbar turn? Why is dust escaping from the vacuum? Getting in touch Solution • Check the contents panel on the box to make sure the part is included with your vacuum cleaner. • The battery may not be charged. Go to ‘Getting Started’.
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