1. Important Safeguards
When using this electrical appliance, basic
precautions should always be observed,
including the following:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING
THIS APPLIANCE
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of fire,
electrical shock, or injury:
1. Do not charge this unit outdoors.
2. Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces.
3. This appliance is not intended for use
by young or infirm persons unless they
have been adequately supervised by a
responsible person to ensure that they
can use the appliance safely.
Young children should be supervised
to ensure that they do not play with the
appliance.
4. Use only as described in this manual.
Use only manufacturer’s recommended
attachments.
5. Do not use charger if power cord has
been damaged. Do not use cordless hand
vacuum or charger if it has been dropped,
damaged, left outdoors, or dropped in
water. Return it to an Authorised Vax
Service Agent for examination, repair or
adjustment.
6. Do not abuse the charger cord. Never
carry the charger by the cord or yank to
disconnect from an outlet; instead grasp
the plug and pull to disconnect.
7. Keep charger cord away from heated
surfaces.
8. This product includes rechargeable nickel
cadmium batteries. Batteries must be
recycled or disposed of properly.
Do not
incinerate batteries or expose to high
temperatures, as they may explode.
9. Do not handle plug or appliance with wet
hands.
10. Do not put any object into openings. Do
not use with any opening blocked; keep
free of dust, lint, hair and anything that
may reduce air flow.
11. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all
parts of body away from openings and
moving parts.
12. Do not pick up anything that is burning or
smoking, such as cigarettes, matches, or
hot ashes.
13. Turn off all controls before unplugging.
14. Do not attempt to change accessories
while unit is running.
15. Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.
16. Do not use to pick up flammable or
combustible liquids such as gasoline or
use in areas where they may be present.
17. Do not use charger with an extension cord.
Plug charger directly into an electrical
outlet. Use charger only in a standard
(220-240V/50Hz) electrical outlet.
18.
Do not use the hand vacuum cleaner
without dust cup filter in place.
19. Store the cordless vacuum indoors. Put
the cordless vacuum away after use to
prevent accidents.
20. Leaks from battery cells can occur under
extreme conditions. If the liquid, which is
20-35% solution of potassium hydroxide,
gets on the skin - wash immediately with
soap and water or neutralize with a mild
acid such as lemon juice or vinegar. If the
liquid gets into the eyes, flush immediately
with clean water for a minimum of 10
minutes and seek medical attention.
21. Use only on dry, indoor surfaces.
22. Do not use for any purpose other than
described in this user’s guide.
23. Do not attempt to use the charger with
any other product nor attempt to charge
this product with another charger.
Use
only the charger supplied with this
appliance.
WARNING:
Do not use to charge non-
rechargeable batteries.
24. The battery must be removed from the
appliance before it is discarded.
25. The battery is to be recycled or disposed
of safely.
26. The appliance must be disconnected from
the supply when removing the battery.
27. Turn off all controls before unplugging.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
For Household Use Only
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8. Troubleshooting
PROBLEM: Hand vacuum will not operate
Cause:
Batteries discharged.
Solution:
Charge unit.
Cause:
Dead battery (battery won’t hold charge).
Solution:
Replace battery pack.
Cause:
No power in electrical outlet supplying transformer.
Solution:
Check fuse or breaker. Replace fuse/reset breaker
PROBLEM: Motorised brush will not work
Cause:
The agitator is blocked with debris or string.
Solution:
Remove debris from agitator. If there is string or thread wrapped around the brush
bar, carefully cut with scissors.
Cause:
The belt is broken.
Solution:
Call VAXCARE or take to an Authorised Vax Service Agent.
Cause:
Power unit/hand vac is not seated correctly.
Solution:
Seat the power unit/hand vac correctly.
PROBLEM: Hand vacuum will not pick-up or suction power is weak
Cause:
Dust cup container is full.
Solution:
Empty dust cup container.
Cause:
Dust cup filter needs cleaning or replacement.
Solution:
Remove dust cup filter and check for object(s) in air duct and remove.
Clean or replace dust cup filter.
Cause:
Unit needs recharging.
Solution:
Charge unit.
PROBLEM: Dust escaping from hand vacuum
Cause:
Dust cup container is full.
Solution:
Empty dust cup container.
Cause:
Dust cup filter is not installed correctly.
Solution:
Review dust cup filter installation instructions.
Cause:
Puncture/hole in dust cup filter.
Solution:
Replace dust cup filter.
PROBLEM: Battery will not hold charge
Cause:
Battery has reached the end of its service life.
Solution:
Call VAXCARE or take unit to an Authorised Vax Service Agent.
Review battery removal and disposal section.
Please Note:
The Dust Cup Filter is washable. It should, however, be replaced every three
(3) to six (6) months depending on usage to ensure peak performance of your vacuum.
Important:
Make sure that Dust Cup Filter has completely air dried before re-installing back
in the hand vacuum.
Warning:
Always remove the hand vacuum from the power unit before cleaning the power brush.
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