Let’s talk safety
Basic
safety
precautions
Don’ts
Do’s
This vacuum cleaner is intended for household use only and
NOT for commercial or industrial use.
• Only use the vacuum cleaner indoors on dry surfaces and keep
the area you’re cleaning well lit.
• Keep ingers, hair and loose clothing from moving parts and
openings whilst using the vacuum cleaner.
• This vacuum cleaner is NOT to be used by children under eight years or persons
with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, unless they have been
given instructions on how to use the machine or are supervised during use.
Any cleaning or maintenance of your vacuum cleaner should not be made
by children without supervision and ensure they don’t play with the vacuum
cleaner. Only Vax recommend tools should be used with this vacuum cleaner.
• Don’t use this vacuum cleaner if it has been dropped, damaged
or left outdoors.
• Don’t run over the power cord or use vacuum cleaner if the power
cord or plug is damaged. Please contact our Customer Service Line
on: 0330 026 8455 (Mon-Fri 8:30am to 6:30pm, Sat 9:00am
to 5:00pm).
• Don’t handle the plug or use the vacuum cleaner with wet hands.
• Don’t pull or carry this vacuum cleaner by the power cord.
• Don’t use the power cord as a handle, pull the power cord
around corners, sharp edges or close a door over the power cord.
• Don’t unplug vacuum cleaner by pulling on the power cord.
• Don’t vacuum up any lammable or combustible materials (lighter luid, petrol,
kerosene etc.) or use the vacuum cleaner in an area with explosive vapours
or liquid.
• Don’t vacuum up hot coals, cigarette butts, matches or smoking hot burning
items or use in an area where there may be harmful luids (chlorine, bleach,
and ammonia drain cleaner).
• Don’t attempt to remove blockages with sharp objects as this may cause damage
to your vacuum cleaner.
• Don’t vacuum up hard or sharp objects such as glass, nails, screws or coins etc.
• Don’t use the vacuum cleaner with incorrect voltage as this may result in
damage or injury to the user. The correct voltage is listed on the ratings label.
• Turn of all controls on the vacuum cleaner before disconnecting
or connecting the power cord.
• Always keep the power cord away from the brushes, heated
surfaces and open lames whilst using your vacuum cleaner.
• After use always wrap the power cord around the cord
clips provided.
• Always make sure the ilters are in place before use.
• Always switch of the vacuum cleaner before disconnecting
or connecting the hose and accessories.
• Keep all openings clear and free from debris as this may afect
the airlow/suction.
• This vacuum cleaner is itted with a constantly rotating brushbar. To avoid
damage to your looring, make sure the brushbar is raised to the highest setting
when using the accessories and when using on stairs.
• Always take extra care when positioning the vacuum cleaner on the stairs.
• Always replace the fuse in the plug with a British 13amp fuse.
• Use only CE approved 13amp extension cords, non-approved extension cords
may overheat. Care should be taken to arrange the extension cord as it can
be a trip hazard.
• Store your vacuum cleaner in a cool, dry area. If ilters have been cleaned as per
user guide instructions ensure they are thoroughly dry before storing away.
Please keep instructions for further use.
