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There is an accessory missing

• Check the contents on the box to make sure the part is definitely included with your machine.

Why won't the machine turn on?

 

• The plug may not be fully pushed into the electrical socket.
• The fuse in the plug may need replacing. Always replace with a British 13amp fuse.
• The motor thermostat may have tripped. If this has happened, unplug the machine. Check the machine for blockages and clean  

the dirty water tank filter.

Why won't the machine pick up?

• 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 11.

• Check the brushbars for blockages and clear. 

See Removing and cleaning the brushbars page 13.

• The dirty water tank and/or lid may not be fitted correctly. 

See Emptying and cleaning the dirty water tank page 11.

• Check the nozzle for blockages and clear. 

See Removing and cleaning the nozzle page 12.

• Check the nozzle is correctly fitted. 

See Removing and cleaning the nozzle page 12.

• Check the filter in the dirty water tank for dirt/debris. Remove and clean. 

See Emptying and cleaning the dirty water tank page 11.

• The hose connector port cover may be open, close and retry. 

See Using the hose and tools page 10.

Why is the machine leaking solution?

• The solution tank may not be correctly fitted. Slide and push the solution tank firmly into the machine. 

See Removing and 

emptying the solution tank page 12.

• The solution may have overflowed into the reservoir underneath the solution tank. Remove the solution tank and dry any 

solution from underneath.

Why won’t the solution/clean water dispense?

• Make sure the solution and clean water tank is fitted securely. 

See Removing and emptying the solution tank page 12.

• Dry mode may be activated. Deactivate and retry . 

See Operation page 8.

• Solution/water will only be delivered on the forward stroke. 

See Operation page 8.

• The solution or clean water tank valve may be stuck. Hold the tank over the sink and press the valve underneath to release.
• The solution or clean water tank is empty. Refill the tank. 

See Filling the solution tank/Filling the clean water tank page 6.

Why won’t the solution/clean water dispense when using the hose?

• Make sure the solution and clean water tank is fitted securely. 

See Removing and emptying the solution tank page 12.

• Dry mode may be activated. Deactivate and retry . 

See Operation page 8. 

• Trigger on the hose may not be fully pressed. 

See Using the hose and tools page 10.

• The solution or clean water tank valve may be stuck. Hold the tank over the sink and press the valve underneath to release.
• The solution or clean water tank is empty. Refill the tank. 

See Filling the solution tank/Filling the clean water tank page 6.

Why won’t the pretreat wand release solution?

• Remove the pretreat wand from the machine and press the button on the handle. 

See Using the pretreat wand page 7.

• Pretreat solution tank may be empty. Refill. 

See Filling the pretreat solution tank page 7.

• The AAA batteries in the handle may need replacing. 

See Replacing the pretreat wand batteries page 7.

WARNING: Always switch off and unplug the machine before performing any checks or maintenance.

Troubleshooting

Summary of Contents for Platinum SmartWash CDCW-SWXP

Page 1: ...CDCW SWXP User Guide VAX Platinum SmartWash Pet Design Carpet Washer...

Page 2: ...olution tank release buttons 5 Pretreat solution tank 6 Clean water tank cap 7 Clean water tank 8 Dirty water tank handle 9 Dirty water tank filter hidden 10 Dirty water tank 11 Hose connection port c...

Page 3: ...sembly operational or performance problems or buying and fitting new accessories you can find all our contact details at vax co uk contact This user guide can be found online at support vax co uk 1 As...

Page 4: ...r 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 comp...

Page 5: ...cleaned If the furniture cannot be moved place aluminium foil or wax paper under the legs This will prevent wood finishes from staining your carpet Pin up furniture skirts and curtains Only use VAX ca...

Page 6: ...nd remove Slide up and lift to remove the clean water tank Filling the clean water tank Fill the clean water tank with warm water max 40 C To replace the clean water tank align the clean water tank wi...

Page 7: ...e pretreat wand spray button to spray the solution Do not over saturate If the solution tank has just been filled you may need to hold the button for 10 seconds before the solution is sprayed Click th...

Page 8: ...NT Carpets should be dry vacuumed thoroughly before washing For heavily soiled areas it may be necessary to use the pretreat wand before cleaning and also repeat the cleaning process Make criss crossi...

Page 9: ...ry strokes until little water is visibly passing through the nozzle The mode indicator will illuminate DRY on the backward stroke Slowly push the machine forwards The brushes will start rotating and j...

Page 10: ...Suitable for targeting stains and stubborn marks on rugs and carpet 2 in 1 Antimicrobial Tool Suitable for use on upholstery and carpeted stairs Perfect for reaching into crevices Press the trigger o...

Page 11: ...overheat the thermostat will automatically turn the machine off Switch off and unplug the machine Check the machine for blockages and clean the dirty water tank filter Push the clip up and press down...

Page 12: ...ine IMPORTANT Carpets should be dry vacuumed thoroughly before washing This will prevent excessive build up of dirt debris in the nozzle If the nozzle is fitted incorrectly this will cause poor dirty...

Page 13: ...t side of the first brushbar onto the circular gearing Push the left tab downwards until it clicks into place Repeat the same process with the other brushbar Pull to remove the brushbars end caps Repl...

Page 14: ...wed into the reservoir underneath the solution tank Remove the solution tank and dry any solution from underneath Why won t the solution clean water dispense Make sure the solution and clean water tan...

Page 15: ...15 Notes...

Page 16: ...Vax Ltd Artillery House Heritage Way Droitwich WR9 8YB UK info vax co uk vax co uk For how to videos and warranty registration visit www vax co uk...

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