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Please read carefully before using this cleaner.

Always fully extend the mains cable before use.

Retain for future reference.

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Vax model number:

VZL-6013
VZL-6014
VZL-6013A
VZL-6014A
VZL-6013AL
VZL-6013ALL

WARNING:

This cleaner has a constantly

rotating brush bar which, when left in

contact with lino, parquet and other hard flooring
could potentially cause some damage to the floor
surface.

NOTE:

Vax recommends that you raise the height

of the brush bar when using this cleaner on lino and
hard flooring. Vax cannot be held responsible for
damage to these surfaces if the customer fails to
take notice of this recommendation.

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Summary of Contents for Mach3 U90-M3 series

Page 1: ...L 6014A VZL 6013AL VZL 6013ALL WARNING This cleaner has a constantly rotating brush bar which when left in contact with lino parquet and other hard flooring could potentially cause some damage to the floor surface NOTE Vax recommends that you raise the height of the brush bar when using this cleaner on lino and hard flooring Vax cannot be held responsible for damage to these surfaces if the custom...

Page 2: ...0 Quick release cord hooks 21 Handle release pedal 22 Hard Floor Brush Models VZL 6014 VZL 6014A only 23 Additional stretch hose Models VZL 6013AL VZL 6013ALL VZL 6014 VZL 6014A only Fig 1 1 1 16 8 7 9 10 11 12 14 13 17 15 14 20 19 18 21 20 15 4 5 6 3 2 22 23 VZL 6013 VZL 6014 WARNING This cleaner has a constantly rotating brush bar which when left in contact with lino parquet and other hard floor...

Page 3: ...arette butts matches or any hot smoking or burning objects 12 Do not pick up flammable or combustible materials lighter fluid petrol kerosene etc or use in the presence of explosive liquids or vapours 13 Do not vacuum up harmful or toxic material chlorine bleach ammonia drain cleaner etc 14 Do not vacuum up hard or sharp objects such as glass nails screws coins etc 15 Do not use without the filter...

Page 4: ...of the handle housing Push upper handle down until you hear a click Fig 3 3 Press button at handle base and push handle all the way down Fig 3 4 Adjusting Handle For convenience in storing or carrying your cleaner the handle is designed to retract into the body of the cleaner Lower the handle by depressing the button located at the handle base and pushing the handle down Raise the handle by depres...

Page 5: ...s for very deep pile carpet where easier pushing effort is desired while maintaining good cleaning performance Cleaning Lightweight Flexible Rugs Stand on one end of rug and move cleaner toward other end or edge Before reaching edge push down on handle This will lift up the nozzle front of cleaner as shown and will prevent rug from clinging to cleaner Fig 4 4 Continue to lift up nozzle so that whe...

Page 6: ...disconnecting and connecting hose to hose tube A To use hose lift hose end B as shown Check to be sure the hos tube cover C is closed over the hose tube Fig 4 6 When you are finished cleaning with the tools lift cover from hose tub and reposition hose end into tube Select Proper Tool Combination tool use with brush for carved furniture table tops books lamps lighting fixtures venetian blinds baseb...

Page 7: ...isconnect cleaner from electrical outlet Do not use the cleaner without dirt cup or filters in place Press dirt cup release button and pivot cup out Fig 5 2 Holding dirt cup over trash receptacle press dirt cup door release button A to open dirt cup door Fig 5 3 Press dirt cup door release button to latch dirt cup door closed Place bottom of dirt cup in first Pivot cup into cleaner body Fig 5 4 Pr...

Page 8: ...tch A located at the top of the dirt cup cavity to remove gray filter frame B Remove white fabric filter and black foam filter from frame Hand wash filters in cold water with a mild detergent Allow filter frame and both filters to air dry for 24 hours before replacing filters into filter frame Reposition filter frame by inserting tabs C into slots D on back of dirt cup cavity Rotate filter frame u...

Page 9: ...cal outlet Press handle release pedal and place handle in low position Using a Phillips screwdriver remove the the screw as shown and lift off lens Fig 6 1 Pull old bulb straight out of socket Push new bulb straight into socketuntil locked in place Fig 6 2 Excessive force is not required Reposition lens and secure with the screw Belt Replacement The belt on your vacuum cleaner causes the brush bar...

Page 10: ...eplacing the Brush Bar When brush bar brushes are worn the brush bar should be replaced IMPORTANT To check condition of brushes disconnect cleaner from electrical outlet Move edge of a card across bottom plate while turning brush bar Fig 6 9 To maintain cleaning effectiveness replace brush bar if brushes do not touch card Powered Hand Tool Brush Bar Replacement When brush bar brushes are worn the ...

Page 11: ...ws To replace bottom plate insert the four tabs on edge of bottom plate into slots on front of tool Pivot bottom plate down and snap closed Fig 6 15 Powered Hand Tool Belt Replacement The powered hand tool belt is designed to last a long time and is not normally replaced However if the belt is cracked gouged or broken it should be replaced Remove tool from hose The belt can be seen through the top...

Page 12: ...fer to the following steps to check for blockages continuing with each step until the blockage is found Check fullness of dirt cup empty if needed Checking Airflow Path Plug cleaner in and turn ON Check for suction at end of hose A Fig 7 1 If there is suction continue with next step Turn cleaner OFF and unplug Check connection at hose tube A remove any blockage Fig7 2 Checking Airflow Path Through...

Page 13: ...ker or replace fuse Cause Motor thermostat tripped Solution Switch off and unplug the vacuum cleaner Leave for one 1 hour See page 3 PROBLEM Cleaner tools won t pick up Cause Broken or worn belt Solution replace belt Cause Brush bar worn Solution Replace brush bar Cause Dirt container full Solution Empty dirt container Cause Incorrect carpet height setting Solution Move nozzle control knob to lowe...

Page 14: ...the serial number and model number of the carpet cleaner before calling There are over 400 approved Vax Service Agents in the UK For the nearest Service Agent please call the Vax Careline www vax co uk 10 Technical Specification Voltage 220 240V 50Hz Wattage 1300W Capacity 2 5l Filters Washable pre motor filter assembly Washable HEPA post motor filter assembly Washable anti bacterial post motor fi...

Page 15: ...15 Vax Careline 0870 606 1248 This page has been left intentionally blank ...

Page 16: ... 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 Check with your Local Authority or retailer for recycling advice Vax Ltd Kingswood Road Hampton Lovett Droitwich Worcestershire WR9 OQH UK email info vax co uk we...

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