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Safety

• Do not leave the appliance when plugged in. Unplug it from socket when not in use.
• To prevent electric shock do not use outdoors 
• Not to be used as a toy. Close supervision is necessary when used by or near children or the infirm.
• Use only as described in this user guide. 
• Do not use with a damaged cord or plug.
• Do not pull or carry by the cord, use the cord as a handle, allow the cord to come into contact with hot or sharp

surfaces or close a door on the cord.

• Do not unplug by pulling on the cord. 
• Do not handle the plug or appliance with wet hands. 
• Do not put any objects into openings or operate with openings blocked, keep them free of anything that may

reduce airflow.

• Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of the body away from openings and moving parts.
• Do not vacuum any glowing, burning or smoking particles. 
• Do not use without the solution reservoir and dirty water tank in place.
• Turn off all controls before unplugging.
• Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids such as petrol, or use in areas where they may be present.
• Keep the carpet washer on the floor.
• Do not use an extension cord with this carpet washer.
• Do not attempt to remove blockages with sharp objects as they may cause damage.
• Store the carpet washer indoors. Put the carpet washer away after use to prevent tripping accidents.
• Using improper voltage may result in damage to the motor and possible injury to the user. The correct 

voltage is listed on the ratings plate.

• If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified 

persons in order to avoid hazard.

• This carpet washer is intended for household use only.
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This is not a dry vacuum cleaner, carpets should be thoroughly vacuumed prior to washing with the Rapide
Deluxe.

For further information in the UK, call the VAX HELPLINE : 0870 606 1248

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Summary of Contents for Rapide Plus 5140

Page 1: ...h the front of the upper handle and tighten Run the mains wire above the upper cord hook and secure with the cord clip Phillips screwdriver required Parts checklist a Handle b Clean solution reservoir latch c Clean solution reservoir d Dirty water tank latch e Dirty water tank handle f Rotating brush bar g Dirty water tank h Dirty water tank lid m r q Cord clip r Solution release trigger s Upholst...

Page 2: ...ction backwards 2a Place screw through centre of lower midsection and tighten Upper Cord Clip Hose Clip 1 Hose Clip 2 Lower Cord Clip 1 2 3 Tool caddy use Wrap the cord around the upper and lower cord clips Detach the Upholstery hose adapter from the end of the hose and slide it onto the adapter post Slide the Upholstery attachment into the middle slot of the lower tool caddy 4 5 2a Phillips screw...

Page 3: ...e upper caddy and press into hose clip 1 1 Continue wrapping the hose clockwise around the tool caddies pressing the hose into the groove on the bottom of the lower tool caddy 7 8 Run the hose back to the upper caddy and press into hose clip 2 1 Lock the attachment end of the hose into place by pressing down onto the post located on the right side of the lower tool caddy until secure in place 6 7 ...

Page 4: ...the bottle cap or measure cap 3 times with VAX AAA carpet cleaning solution and pour into the reservoir Fill the remaining space in the solution reservoir with tap water Replace the measuring cap Note use only VAX AAA cleaning solution using other cleaning solutions may cause excessive foaming This may cause the float to shut off the cleaner prematurely Using other cleaners will void your warranty...

Page 5: ...er reaches the max fill line on the dirty water tank empty the tank 1 2 3 Hose Attachments Put cleaner in its upright position Remove tools from storage caddy Assemble as shown Connect the upholstery attachment to the trigger adapter REMOVE THE TANK DOOR from the top of the dirty water tank Insert the hose adapter into the top of the dirty water tank 4 Connect the hose water supply plug into the s...

Page 6: ...oming from your cleaner when the tank is full and needs emptying Important Unplug your cleaner before emptying the dirty water tank Grasp the top of the dirty water tank handle and press the release latch Grasp the handle and pull up out of the base take care to ensure that no dirty water leaks from the front Remove dirty water tank lid Note The float in your Rapide is the blue piece in the dirty ...

Page 7: ...ook the front of the dirty water cleaner into the base making sure that the front of the dirty water tank is resting on the base The dirty water tank has three tabs on the underside which MUST latch on to the underside of the base of the cleaner The base must be lifted so that the nozzle is flush with the base of the cleaner Failure to install the dirty water tank correctly will result in poor dir...

Page 8: ...emove the two screws 4 5 6 Belt or brush removal and replacement Lift up while you re pulling it out Grasp the belt cover near the belt roll and lift out Slide the belt off the the motor shaft and dispose Grasp the brush bar with one hand using the other hand to keep tension on the the belt while removing Phillips screwdriver required The plug must be removed from socket outlet before cleaning or ...

Page 9: ...ion Dust escaping from the vacuum Cleaner won t dispense solution Possible Cause Power cord not firmly pushed into a mains socket Blown fuse or tripped circuit breaker Dirty water tank is not installed correctly Dirty water tank is full Broken or worn belt Brush bar is worn Nozzle dirt passage is clogged Dirty water tank is full Dirty water tank is not installed properly Solution reservoir not ins...

Page 10: ... the solution reservoir and dirty water tank in place Turn off all controls before unplugging Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids such as petrol or use in areas where they may be present Keep the carpet washer on the floor Do not use an extension cord with this carpet washer Do not attempt to remove blockages with sharp objects as they may cause damage Store the carpet washer in...

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Page 12: ...ional rate Please make a note of the serial number and model number of your VAX before calling There are over 400 approved VAX Service Agents in the UK For your nearest Service Agent please call VAX Care EEC STATEMENT OF COMPLIANCE Manufacturer EEC importer VAX Limited hereby on our own responsibility declare that the product Rapide Deluxe is manufactured in compliance with the following Safety 72...

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