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Thank you for buying this Platinum PowerMax.

Taking care of your carpets

The Platinum PowerMax is designed to make washing carpets regularly, as effective and efficient 

as possible and this user guide will help you get the most out of your machine. 
Maintaining your carpets will ensure they keep their appearance for longer and smell fresh and 

clean. You’ve chosen carpets for your home for a reason and VAX will help you take good care  

of them. 

Taking care of your Platinum PowerMax

Also inside this guide are instructions on maintaining your new machine, so that it’s always ready 

when you are to tackle your carpets.

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GETTING IN TOUCH

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Summary of Contents for Platinum PowerMax

Page 1: ...PROVEN TO CLEAN BETTER THAN THE LEADING RENTAL ECB1SPV1 LET S GET STARTED ...

Page 2: ...achine if it has been dropped damaged immersed in water or left outdoors Don t run over the cord or use the machine if the cord or plug is damaged If the supply cord is damaged it must be replaced by the manufacturer its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard Don t use the machine to pick up any flammable or combustible materials lighter fluid petrol kerosene etc o...

Page 3: ...s before carrying out any maintenance and before connecting or disconnecting the hose accessories Always check the machine tools and accessories are free from damage dirt debris before using Take extra care when cleaning on the stairs Always protect the power cable from heated surfaces and open flames Turn off all controls on the machine before disconnecting or connecting the power cord After use ...

Page 4: ...ine Failure to clean or maintain the product in accordance with the user guide Use of the machine which is not in accordance with the user guide Use of a VAX product for anything other than normal domestic household purposes in the country in which it was purchased Use of parts accessories and consumables which are not genuine VAX components Faulty installation or repairs unless carried out by a q...

Page 5: ...ml Platinum solution Accessory bag SpinScrub tool Included with your machine CONTENTS Safety guide Warranty technical Getting in touch Getting to know your machine Getting started Maintenance cleaning Accessories Using your machine 2 3 4 6 7 8 14 17 18 9 13 What to do if it goes wrong 19 ...

Page 6: ... Also inside this guide are instructions on maintaining your new machine so that it s always ready when you are to tackle your carpets Receive your FREE 6 year guarantee Register your product online vax co uk registration We re here if you need us Visit our online support support vax co uk Still need to get in touch Our UK based Customer Care Team are here to support you For help with assembly ope...

Page 7: ...TING TO KNOW YOUR MACHINE 1 Handle 2 Boost trigger 3 SpinScrub tool caddy 4 Clean water solution tank release button 5 Clean water solution tank caps 6 Clean water solution tank 7 Rinse wash dial 8 Dirty water tank release latch 9 Dirty water tank 10 Hose connection port cover 11 Nozzle release clip 12 Quick clean function 13 Nozzle 14 SpinScrub brushes brushbar 15 Solution trigger hidden 16 Quick...

Page 8: ...ine basic safety precautions should always be observed Do not over saturate your carpets and continue using dry strokes until little water is visibly passing through the nozzle When using the hose and tools always finish on a dry stroke When cleaning an entire room move furniture out of the area to be cleaned If the furniture cannot be moved place aluminium foil or wax paper under the legs This wi...

Page 9: ...ning the tank to the washer Fill the clean water tank with warm water max 40 C Fill to the max fill line for a Deep Clean and fill to the Quick Clean fill line for a quick surface clean Tilt and line up the front of the tank to the washer and push the tank back until it clicks into place USING YOUR MACHINE IMPORTANT Do not leave the solution stored in the tanks between uses NOTE This machine has a...

Page 10: ... repeat the cleaning process Make criss crossing strokes across the original pattern and overlap with each pass Do not over saturate the carpet CAUTION The brushbar constantly rotates when switched on and the machine is reclined Never use on one spot for an extended period of time as the brushbar may damage the floor surface Turn the rinse wash dial to WASH The SpinScrub brushes and brushbar deep ...

Page 11: ...y water on the forward stroke and release the trigger on the backward stroke to pick up water solution For a dryer finish follow with an additional dry stoke with no trigger pressed USING YOUR MACHINE Rinsing the carpet Plug the machine into the mains and press the On Off pedal to switch on IMPORTANT Optional step To extract any remaining solution from your carpet rinse your carpets with water onl...

Page 12: ...ckward stroke to pick up water solution For a dryer finish continue using dry strokes trigger released until little water is visibly passing through the tool Using the hose and tools IMPORTANT The machine should be in the upright position when using the hose and tools this will de activate the brushes To avoid saturating the carpet do not use more than 4 wet strokes over any one area Always end wi...

Page 13: ...cturer s cleaning recommendations Inspect the floor surface for a worn finish bare wood or separated joints It is not recommended to use the machine on floors if any of these conditions exist Test on an inconspicuous area first IMPORTANT Hard floors should be dry vacuumed thoroughly before washing Before attaching the hard floor squeegee onto the machine either remove the tanks or make sure the ta...

Page 14: ... not in contact with the carpet the float will activate by shutting off the suction on the machine This will be noticeable as the motor noise on the machine will increase If the float has been activated empty the dirty water tank if it is full If the dirty water tank is not full turn off the machine at the power switch and wait for the float to settle before restarting your machine Empty and rinse...

Page 15: ...e nozzle forward separating the tabs on the nozzle and machine Rinse the nozzle under water to remove dirt debris Removing and cleaning the nozzle MAINTENANCE CLEANING To replace the nozzle tilt the machine backwards Line up the tabs on the nozzle with the tabs underneath the front of the machine Lower the nozzle backwards and push the nozzle down until it clicks into place ...

Page 16: ... Using a pair of scissors remove any threads or hair caught around the brushes Rinse under water to remove debris Removing and cleaning the SpinScrub brushes Firmly pull the sides of the SpinScrub cover and remove the SpinScrub brushes Lie the machine on its back exposing the SpinScrub brushes and brushbar MAINTENANCE CLEANING ...

Page 17: ...the side brushes and refit the rug guards tightening the 4 screws to secure Attach the other side of the brushbar to the side brushes Slide onto the side of the base and into place Pull and slide the left side brushes and remove the side cap from the brushbar Using a crosshead screwdriver remove the 4 screws on the side brushes and the top and bottom screws from each of the rug guards metal pins t...

Page 18: ...ur solution Order at www vax co uk spares and solutions ACCESSORIES Platinum 1 5l 1 9 139136 Platinum Carpet Cleaning Solution deep cleans carpets and removes stubborn stains Safe to use on wool carpets Woolsafe approved ...

Page 19: ...e solution and water mix The clean water solution tank is empty Refill the tank See Filling the water solution tank page 9 The float in the dirty water tank may have been activated Empty the dirty water tank and wait for the float to settle before restarting your machine See Emptying and cleaning the dirty water tank page 14 Check the SpinScrub and brushbar for blockages and clear See Removing and...

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