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clearing blockages / troubleshooting
8. Clearing Blockages
WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury from
moving parts, unplug before servicing
.
Clearing Blockages from the TurboTool
(Some models only)
1. Turn the TurboTool over and slide off the locking ring
(Fig.8/1).
2. Detach lower housing and remove blockage (Fig.8/2).
3. To re-assemble the TurboTool, ensure that the tabs are
engaged and pivot the lower housing closed. Slip the
locking ring over the neck of the TurboTool and into the
groove to finish (Fig.8/3).
9. Troubleshooting
WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury,
unplug the vacuum cleaner before performing
maintenance or troubleshooting checks.
PROBLEM: Vacuum cleaner won't run
Cause:
Not properly plugged into electrical outlet.
Solution:
Plug in firmly.
Cause:
Blown fuse/tripped breaker.
Solution:
Reset circuit breaker or replace fuse.
Cause:
Thermal cut out.
Solution:
Refer to page 3 for information.
PROBLEM: Cleaner won’t pick up/loss of suction.
Cause:
Lower hose not connected properly.
Solution:
Refer to page 4 for fitting information.
Cause:
Dirt container not installed correctly, or full.
Solution:
Empty dirt container and re-attach.
Cause:
Broken or worn belt.
Solution:
Replace the belt.
Cause:
Clogged filters.
Solution:
Remove, clean and replace filters.
Cause:
Nozzle/hose or hose inlet is clogged.
Solution:
Remove nozzle/hose and obstruction.
PROBLEM: Dust escaping from the vacuum cleaner.
Cause:
Dirt container full.
Solution:
Empty dirt container.
Cause:
Dirt container not installed correctly.
Solution:
Re-attach dirt container replacement
Cause:
Hose not installed properly.
Solution:
Review vacuum cleaner assembly.
!
LOCKING RING
Fig.8/1
Fig.8/2
TABS
Fig.8/3
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Vax Careline: (UK) 0844 412 8455 (ROI) 1-800 928 308
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