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maintenance

Remove the carpet height adjuster knob from the top of
the floor head cover. Remove the floor head cover, lifting
from the rear of the machine (Fig.7/3).

Lift the right side of the brushbar and lift the left hand
side and remove the brushbar from the power head
(Fig.7/4).

Remove the worn or broken belt from the motor drive
shaft.

Carefully remove any belt residue that may exist in the
belt area before replacing with a new belt.

Loop the new belt first over the motor drive shaft and
then over the agitator pulley.

Insert the right side of the brushbar in first by placing the
end cap down in the slot and then so the same with the
left side. Press firmly to make sure that each end is
completely inserted.

Check to make sure that the belt is centred on the
agitator pulley and that the brushbar turns.

Replace the vacuum head cover then reattach the carpet
height adjuster knob. Secure parts by screwing in one (1)
screw underneath the small wheel flap and the five (5)
screws on the underside of the vacuum cleaner.

8. Clearing Blockages

WARNING :

To reduce the risk of electric shock, the

power cord must be disconnected before
performing maintenance/ troubleshooting checks.

Turn the vacuum cleaner off and unplug from the
electrical outlet.

Hose Blockages

The flexible hose may be disconnected from the vacuum
cleaner. Carefully remove any blockages found and
reconnect hose securely.

Accessory Blockages

Remove accessory from hose/extension wand. Carefully
remove the blockage and return to the cleaner.

Clearing debris from the TurboTool (some models
only)

1. Turn the TurboTool over and slide off the locking ring
(Fig.8/1).

2. Pivot lowering housing and remove clog (Fig.8/2).

3. To re-assemble, be sure that the tabs are engaged.
Pivot the lower housing closed. Slip the locking ring into
the groove at the neck of the TurboTool to complete
reassembly (Fig.8/3).

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Summary of Contents for V-020U

Page 1: ...ft in contact with lino parquet and other hard flooring could potentially cause some damage to the floor surface NOTE Vax recommends that you raise the height of the brushbar when using this cleaner o...

Page 2: ...2 long screws 22 TurboTool Some models only 1 2 14 15 16 10 5 12 13 22 22 17 6 9 3 4 7 8 20 21 WARNING This cleaner has a constantly rotating brushbar which when left in contact with lino parquet and...

Page 3: ...hot coals cigarette butts matches or any hot smoking or burning objects 12 Do not pick up flammable or combustible materials lighter fluid petrol kerosene etc or use in the presence of explosive liqu...

Page 4: ...irt container push the top in place there will be an audible click when it is secure Fig 3 3 Assembly of the Hose Align the tabs on the lower hose inspection tube with the slots on the hose Push and t...

Page 5: ...g until the vacuum is comfortable to push The brushbar must reach the carpet for effective cleaning Fig 4 3 IMPORTANT When the vacuum cleaner is stood in the upright position or when using the hose an...

Page 6: ...in place To remove the dirt container press the dirt container release button and lift away from the vacuum cleaner Fig 6 1 Cleaning the HEPA Filter Remove the dirt container lid by grasping the dirt...

Page 7: ...m cleaner Do not wash in dishwasher 7 Maintenance Cleaning and Changing the Belt TOOLS REQUIRED Crosshead screwdriver WARNING To reduce the risk of electric shock the power cord must be disconnected b...

Page 8: ...knob Secure parts by screwing in one 1 screw underneath the small wheel flap and the five 5 screws on the underside of the vacuum cleaner 8 Clearing Blockages WARNING To reduce the risk of electric s...

Page 9: ...properly Solution Review dirt container replacement Cause Dirt container full or blocked Solution Empty dirt container Cause Clogged filters Solution Remove clean and replace filters PROBLEM Accessor...

Page 10: ...ax Careline or visit vax co uk 10 Consumables To purchase spares and accessories please visit vax co uk HEPA filter kit 1 9 126184 00 Belt kit 1 1 130669 00 11 Technical Specification Voltage 220 240V...

Page 11: ...11 This page has been left intentionally blank Vax Careline UK 0844 412 8455 ROI 1 800 928 308 U89 CX3 B A Centrix 3 UG v1 qxd v1 8 10 10 14 01 Page 11...

Page 12: ...ltage Directive EMC 2004 108 EC Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive Waste electrical products should not be disposed of with household waste Please recycle where facilities exist Check with your L...

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