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This vacuum cleaner is intended for household use only and NOT for commercial or industrial use.

Please keep instructions for further use.

When using the vacuum cleaner basic safety precautions should always be observed, including the following:

1. 

Only use the vacuum cleaner indoors on dry surfaces.

2. 

Turn off the on/off switch on the vacuum cleaner controls before disconnecting or connecting from the mains supply.

3. 

Always unplug the vacuum cleaner before connecting or disconnecting the vacuum hose and accessories.

4. 

Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

5. 

This appliance is not intended for use by children under eight years of age and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental 

capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the 

appliance in a safe way and understands the hazards involved.

6. 

Cleaning and maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.

7. 

The appliance should only be used as described in the quick start guide or in the full online user guide.

8. 

Only Vax recommended attachments should be used with this appliance.

9.  

Do not use this vacuum cleaner if it has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors or dropped into water. Do not use this vacuum 

cleaner with a damaged cord or plug. If the supply cord is damaged return the vacuum cleaner to Vax or an authorised Service 

Agent for examination, repair or adjustment.

10.  Do not pull or carry this appliance by the cord. Do not use the cord as a handle, close a door on the cord or pull the cord around 

sharp edges or corners. Do not run the vacuum cleaner over the cord. Keep the cord away from heated surfaces.

11. 

Do not handle the plug or the vacuum cleaner with wet hands. 

12.  Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers and all parts of the body away from openings and moving parts.

13. 

Do not pick up any hot coals, cigarette butts, matches or any hot, smoking or burning objects.

14.  Do not pick up any flammable or combustible materials (lighter fluid, petrol, kerosene etc.) or use in the presence of explosive liquids 

or vapours.

15.  Do not vacuum up harmful or toxic material (chlorine, bleach, ammonia, drain cleaner etc.).

16.  Do not vacuum up hard or sharp objects such as glass, nails, screws, coins etc.

17. 

Store the vacuum cleaner in a cool, dry area.

18.  Use only CE approved 13 amp extension cords. Non-approved cords may overheat. Care should be taken to arrange the cord so that 

the cord cannot be tripped over.

19. 

Do not put any objects into openings. Do not use with any openings blocked and do not restrict airflow. Keep all openings free of 

dust, lint, hair or anything that might reduce airflow.

20.  Do not use without all of the filters in place.

21.  Take extra care when positioning the vacuum cleaner on the stairs. 

22.  Please ensure that the brushbar is turned off when you are vacuuming on the stairs. 

23.  Keep vacuuming area well lit.

General Safety Information

Initial setup for normal operation

1.

  Use the base accessories.

– Shortest hose

– Extension tube set to shortest practicable length.

2.

 Clean filters installed.

3.

 Dust receptacle empty.

4.

 All Bleeds must be closed.

5.

 Variable Power set to Maximum.

6.

 Floor heads/tools set to Carpet Mode for carpet cleaning.

7.

  Mechanical Agitation turned ON for carpet cleaning.

8.

 Floor heads/tools set to Hard Floor Mode for hard  

floor cleaning.

9.

 Mechanical Agitation set turned OFF for hard  

floor cleaning.

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1.

  Insert the handle

2.

  Adjust handle up/down to the  

 

 

desired height

Attach the 2-in-1 and upholstery tool to 

their on board storage area.

Attach the hose end to the floorhead 

ensuring it clicks into place. 

(All accessories can be used by either 

attaching them to the handle or

the hose).

How to use

Twist the cord holder to release 

the cord.

Plug in your machine and turn 

it on.

For brushbar position, press the 

brushbar on/off button at the 

top of the unit. 

Brushbar on — carpets. 

Brushbar off  —  hard floors.

Recline the unit and twist the 

handle to manoeuvre under and 

around furniture.

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Don’t over fill the container to 

avoid clogging your filters.

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PLEASE READ SAFETY INFORMATION BEFORE USE (p3)
Before plugging the cord into the electrical outlet, make sure the switch is in the ‘off’ position. Hold the vacuum cleaner firmly when starting 

and in use.

Assembling your upright

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Summary of Contents for U88-AMMe Series Air3 MAX

Page 1: ...User Guide U88 AMMe Series Max vax co uk Designed in the UK ...

Page 2: ...1 1 Handle 2 Handle height adjuster 3 Handle release button 4 Dirt container release button 5 Carry handle 6 Power on off button 7 Brushbar on off button 8 Inner cyclones 9 Dirt container 10 Post motor filter cover 11 Brushbar blockage indicator 12 Rotating brushbar 13 Quick release cord wrap 14 Cord 15 Wheels 16 Stretch hose 17 Telescopic extension tube 18 2 in 1 crevice tool and dusting brush 19...

Page 3: ... use in the presence of explosive liquids or vapours 15 Do not vacuum up harmful or toxic material chlorine bleach ammonia drain cleaner etc 16 Do not vacuum up hard or sharp objects such as glass nails screws coins etc 17 Store the vacuum cleaner in a cool dry area 18 Use only CE approved 13 amp extension cords Non approved cords may overheat Care should be taken to arrange the cord so that the c...

Page 4: ...iner lid anti clockwise to remove Lift the dirt container lidto remove Use the tab on the filter to pull the filter out of it s housing Tap the filter over a bin to release dirt Wash the filter under running water 40 degree max Leave to fully dry for atleast 24 hours before placing back in the machine 24hr MAX 40 C MAX 40 C 5 4 TAP 4 Emptying and cleaning the dirt container and shroud 1 2 3 Press ...

Page 5: ...guide p7 The accessory may be broken What do I do if an accessory the unit becomes damaged or broken Please check if the damage is with the accessory or the unit To do this firstly remove the accessory from the unit and check if there is suction from the hose If there is suction from the hose this confirms that the damage is with the accessory Please visit spares shop website vax co uk support If ...

Page 6: ...e motor filter washable HEPA Media Post motor filter Subject to technical change without notice EEC Statement of Compliance Manufacturer EEC importer Vax Limited hereby on our own responsibility declare that the U88 AMMe Series is manufactured in compliance with the following Directives Safety 2006 95 EC Low Voltage Directive EMC 2004 108 EC Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive Waste electrical...

Page 7: ...V1 2 Vax Ltd Kingswood Road Hampton Lovett Droitwich Worcestershire WR9 0QH UK email info vax co uk website vax co uk vax co uk ...

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