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Looking After Your Machine – 

Removing Blockages

Turn the TurboTool 

over and slide off the 

locking ring.

Detach lower housing 

and remove blockage.

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.

Locking ring

Tabs

Removing blockages from the TurboTool (some models only)

Using a crosshead 

screwdriver, remove 

3 screws from the 

side of the floor head.

Pull to remove the 

brush bar location 

plate. Remove and 

dispose of old belt.

Clean any debris from 

spindle. Place new belt onto 

spindle, lining up teeth on 

belt over and onto cog.

Changing the belt

IMPORTANT:

 

Unplug and switch off vacuum cleaner before maintenance or troubleshooting checks

Pull to remove the 

end cap belt cover

Using a crosshead 

screwdriver, remove 

3 screws from the 

side of the floor head.

Pull to remove the 

brush bar location 

plate. Remove belt.

Lift and separate 

brush bar side cover.

Pull brush bar through 

brush bar side cover 

to remove.

PULL

Changing the brush bar

IMPORTANT:

 

Unplug and switch off vacuum cleaner before maintenance or troubleshooting checks

Pull to remove the 

end cap belt cover

IMPORTANT: 

If the air inlet, hose or telescopic tube is blocked, switch off the vacuum cleaner and remove the 

blockage(s) before re-starting the vacuum cleaner.

Removing debris from the brushbar

Switch off your vacuum cleaner at the main 

socket. Using a pair of scissors, cut any hair or 

debris free from around the brushbar.

RED

 light will indicate 

a jammed brushbar.

GREEN

 light indicates no 

blockages in the brushbar.

FAQs

Warning: To reduce the risk of personal injury, unplug the vacuum cleaner before performing maintenance/troubleshooting checks.

Is there an accessory missing?

• Check the ‘Getting Started’ page in this guide or the box that the machine came in to make sure that the part is definitely included in your unit.

• If it is missing, we’re here to help. Simply call us on 

0844 412 8455

Why won’t the vacuum cleaner pick up?

• The filters may need cleaning, please refer to the ‘Looking After Your Machine – Filters’ page of this user guide (p6)

• The separator may be clogged, please refer to the ‘Looking After Your Machine – Filters’ page of this user guide (p6)

• There may be a blockage in the hose, please check the hose and remove the blockage

• The dirt container may be full or blocked, please refer to the ‘Looking After Your Machine – Emptying and cleaning dirt container’ page of this  

   user guide (p6)

• The dirt container may be incorrectly installed, please ensure the dirt container is locked in place

• The brushbar may not be turning, please refer to the ‘Looking After Your Machine – Removing Blockages’ page in this user guide (p7)

Why won’t the accessories pick up properly?

• The TurboTool may be blocked, please refer to the ‘Looking After Your Machine – Removing Blockages’ page in this user 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 having done the above checks, checked the hose for blockages and cleaned the filters there is still no suction/limited suction from the hose,  

 please call our Vax Careline 0844 412 8455

Why is dust escaping from the vacuum?

• The filters may not be installed correctly, please refer to the ‘Looking After Your Machine – Filters’ page of the user guide (p6)

• The dirt container may be full or blocked, please refer to the ‘Looking After Your Machine – Emptying and cleaning dirt container’ page of this  

   user guide (p6)

• The filters may need cleaning, please refer to the ‘Looking After Your Machine – Filters’ page of this user guide (p6)

• There may be a blockage in the hose, please check the hose and remove the blockage

Why does my vacuum cleaner have no power?

• It may not be plugged into the electrical socket correctly. Ensure that the plug is pushed into the electrical socket securely

• The electrical socket may not be working. Check the fuse or breaker and consult an electrician

• The motor thermostat may have tripped. Switch off and unplug the vacuum cleaner. Check the unit for blockages, clean the filters –please refer 

   to the ‘Looking After Your Machine – Filters’ page of this user guide (p6) and clean the separator (please refer to the ‘Looking After Your    

   Machine – Emptying and cleaning dirt container’ page of this user guide (p6). Leave the vacuum cleaner for 24 hours before switching the   

   vacuum cleaner back on

Why isn’t my brushbar rotating?

• The brushbar may not be turned on. Please refer to the ‘Getting Started’ page of this user guide (p4)

• The unit may not be reclined. Please refer to the ‘Getting Started’ page of this user guide (p4)

• The brushbar may be jammed. Please refer to the ‘Looking After Your Machine – Removing Blockages’ page of this user guide and 

  remove any blockages (p7)

Why is there a red light on my floorhead?

• The brushbar may be jammed. Please refer to the ‘Looking After Your Machine – Removing Blockages’ page of this user guide (p7) 

• If the brushbar has been checked for blockages and the light still on, we’re here to help. Call us on 0844 412 8455

Why does the vacuum cleaner cut out?

• The motor is equipped with a thermal cut-out. If for any reason the unit should overheat, the thermostat will automatically turn the unit off.   

  Should this occur, unplug the vacuum cleaner from the electrical socket and turn off the switch. Remove and empty the dirt container. Check  

   the hose for blockages. Clean the filters. Allow the unit to cool for approximately 1 hour (if you have cleaned the filters you will need to wait   

  24 hours for the filters to dry before putting them back in the machine)

What do I do if the unit becomes damaged or broken?

• We’re here to help. Simply call 

0844 412 8455

 or visit 

vax.co.uk

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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