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Commercial carpet cleaner

Vax model number:

VCW-04

VCW-04

VCW-04 Commercial Cleaner User Guide v5.qxd:UG  27/1/09  16:52  Page 1

Summary of Contents for VCW-04

Page 1: ...er Always fully extend the mains cable before use Retain for future reference V Va ax x C Ca ar re el li in ne e 0870 1129 145 UK only instruction manual Commercial carpet cleaner Vax model number VCW 04 VCW 04 VCW 04 Commercial Cleaner User Guide v5 qxd UG 27 1 09 16 52 Page 1 ...

Page 2: ...t panel 6 Handle release pedal 7 Solution tube connection 8 Nozzle 9 Brush indicator 10 Brush speed selector 11 Hood 12 Dirty water tank 13 Dirty water tank lid 14 Clean solution tank 15 Clean solution tank handle 16 Carrying handle 17 Cord hooks 18 Hose holder 19 Cord clip 20 Hose hook 21 Dirty water tank latches 22 Wash tool 23 Hose hook 24 Clean surge button 5 VCW 04 Commercial Cleaner User Gui...

Page 3: ...body away from openings and moving parts 11 Do not use the carpet washer on any glowing burning or smoking particles 12 Do not use without the solution tank and dirty water tank in place 13 Turn off all controls before unplugging 14 Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids such as petrol or use in areas where they may be present 15 Keep the carpet washer on the floor 16 Do not use an...

Page 4: ...Phillips screwdriver Only two nuts are needed on this model The extra nut is not required but has been provided for your convenience Fig3 4 When handle sections are completely together squeeze trigger and depress Clean Surge button on upper handle You will hear a snap when the trigger rod is in place Fig 3 5 Attach tool holder Remove tool and taped screw from holder Insert projections on holder in...

Page 5: ...verter as shown Fig3 10 Wrap hose around hook on upper handle Press hose into clips on upper hose holder fig3 11 Wrap hose around lower tool holder and continue until nozzle connector is near upper hose holder Clip hose in place Fig 3 12 Press cord into cord clip on back of hose holder Pull cord tight Fig 3 13 Fig 3 7 Fig 3 8 Fig 3 12 Fig 3 13 Fig 3 10 Fig 3 9 Fig 3 11 Nozzle connector Upper handl...

Page 6: ...ltage specified on data plate on back of cleaner On Off Pedal Step on pedal A to turn carpet cleaner on Step on pedal again to turn carpet cleaner off Step on pedal B to lower handle to operating position Handle does not lock into a single position but floats to allow convenient operation Fig 4 1 To transport To move your carpet cleaner from room to room put handle in upright and locked position t...

Page 7: ...ush indicator The brush indicator will spin A when the carpet cleaner is turned ON and the brushes are rotating Fig 4 6 NOTE If the indicator does not spin and the pattern is visible B when the carpet cleaner is turned ON the brushes are not rotating There are three reasons why the brushes may not be rotating Brush speed selector set on OFF see previous section Solution tube connected Fig 5 10 Bru...

Page 8: ...ted for use with your VCW 04 carpet cleaner Pour detergent into tank Fill tank to fill line 4L approx with hot tap water To assure proper performance use only Vax cleaning detergent Fig4 11 If rubber ring on cap has become dislodged reposition it with uneven side against ledge as shown Fig4 12 Replace cap Rotate cap clockwise until it locks in place NOTE Cap must be locked in place for proper perf...

Page 9: ...irty water tank latches outward one on each side of tank Lift tank off of carpet cleaner and carry it to a sink or drain Fig4 15 Unlatch back part of tank lid and remove lid Empty tank Pour dirty water out from the rear of the tank Fig4 16 The lid replaces in a hinge like manner Position the front of lid under tabs on front of tank Rotate lid down onto tank NOTE Make sure that the lid is secure on...

Page 10: ...reas If furniture must be replaced before the carpet is dry use plastic or aluminum foil pads under legs of furniture so metal slides or wood finishes will not stain the carpet If desired the carpet may be rinsed Rinsing is not necessary for cleaning but it may improve the surface s appearance after it is dry If rinsing is desired be careful not to over wet the carpet or upholstery Allow time for ...

Page 11: ... becomes higher pitched and there is a loss in suction see Automatic shut off page 7 When finished cleaning follow After cleaning instructions on page 10 Clean Surge Button The Clean Surge button can be used to dispense extra solution when cleaning particularly soiled areas of carpet or spots To use press Clean Surge button while squeezing solution trigger For normal solution spray release button ...

Page 12: ...eaner make sure black tabs are extended by pulling tan collar toward tube Open door on hood labeled Stair upholstery Cleaning Connection Press round solution tube connector onto round projection inside door Press connector collar down firmly to ensure that it is fully connected Fig 5 11 NOTE The tank replaces in a hinge like manner Position front of lid under tabs on front of tank Rotate lid down ...

Page 13: ...ge 15 for the appropriate cleaning task After using tool Follow steps a and b for After cleaning on page 10 Drain suction hose by turning carpet cleaner ON and holding end of hose up for several seconds IMPORTANT Do not press trigger Disconnect carpet cleaner from electrical outlet Drain solution tube by placing round end in sink and raising nozzle above your head Press the trigger Fig 5 14 Occasi...

Page 14: ...gainst riser Pull tool slowly over carpet without pressing trigger dry stroke Fig 5 19 It is best to alternate wet and dry strokes as described above end with more dry strokes to aid in faster drying of carpet Overlap strokes by 1 2 inch to help prevent streaking To avoid saturating carpet do not use more than 4 wet strokes over any one area Always end with dry strokes If additional cleaning is ne...

Page 15: ...m up the solution with the tool without pressing the trigger For heavily soiled areas it may be necessary to repeat the cleaning process Make criss crossing strokes to the original pattern overlap each pass Fig 5 21 NOTE Make no more than 2 passes with the solution over any one area to prevent over wetting and damage to fabric If additional cleaning is necessary wait until the upholstery is comple...

Page 16: ...l brush assembly out slightly to reveal latches Fig 6 2 Press all four latches and pull brush block out The brushes can be cleaned under running water Fig 6 3 To replace brushes Align posts on both ends of brush assembly with slots D in cleaner housing Make sure that square post also aligns with square hole Turn brushes slightly until post fits easily into hole Fig 6 4 Press brush assembly firmly ...

Page 17: ...Cause Blown fuse tripped breaker Solution Reset circuit breaker or replace fuse PROBLEM Cleaner won t pick up loss of suction Cause Dirty water tank is full Solution Switch off and unplug cleaner Empty dirty water tank as shown in Section 3 Cause dirty water tank and lid not correctly installed Solution Replace tank and lid securely Cause Hose wand tool not securely in position Solution Securely p...

Page 18: ...e UK national rate Please make a note of the serial number and model number of the carpet cleaner before calling There are over 400 approved Vax Service Agents in the UK For the nearest Service Agent please call the Vax Careline vaxcommercial co uk 10 Technical Specification Voltage 220 240V 50Hz Wattage 1350 W Noise IEC60704 2 1 84dB A Capacity Clean water tank 4 litres Dirty water tank 3 litres ...

Page 19: ...Vax Commercial Careline 0870 1129 145 19 This page has been left intentionally blank VCW 04 Commercial Cleaner User Guide v5 qxd UG 27 1 09 16 52 Page 19 ...

Page 20: ...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 Local Authority or retailer for recycling advice Vax Ltd Kingswood Road Hampton Lovett Droitwich Worcestershire WR9 OQH UK email info vax co uk website vax co uk COMMERCIAL VCW 04 Commercial Cleaner Us...

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