Thank you for buying this Gator.
Taking care of small cleaning tasks
The Gator range is designed to make cleaning as quick and convenient as possible and this user
guide will help you get the most out of your machine.
The Gator range is perfect for small cleaning tasks on surfaces and upholstery.
Taking care of your Gator
Also inside this guide are instructions on maintaining your new machine, so that it’s always ready
when you need to tackle those small jobs.
This handheld is intended for household use only and
NOT for commercial or industrial use.
• This handheld is for indoor use only.
• For dry debris use, not to be used on wet surfaces.
• Keep fingers, hair and loose clothing from moving parts
and openings whilst using the handheld.
• Only Vax recommend charger, tools and accessories
should be used with this handheld.
• This appliance can be used by children aged from 8
years and above and persons with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience
and knowledge if they have been given supervision
or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a
safe way and understand the hazards involved.
Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning
and user maintenance shall not be made by children
without supervision.
Please keep instructions for further use.
Always make sure filter and dirt container are fitted
correctly before using your handheld.
Always turn off the Gator handheld vacuum and
disconnect the charger before carrying out
any maintenance.
Turn off all controls on the handheld before
disconnecting or connecting the charger.
Take extra care when cleaning on the stairs.
Always replace the fuse in the plug with a 13amp fuse.
Always protect the charger cable from heated surfaces
or near open flames.
Use only CE approved 13amp extension cords, non-
approved extension cords may overheat. Care should
be taken to arrange the extension cord as it can be a
trip hazard.
Always carry the handheld by the handle.
Store your handheld in a cool, dry area.
Please keep instructions for further use.
Don’ts
Do’s
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Don’t charge the handheld outdoors
8
Don’t use this handheld if it has been dropped,
damaged, immersed in water or left outdoors.
8
Don’t run over the charger cord or use the handheld if
the charger cord or plug is damaged. Please contact
our Customer Care Line on: 0844 4128 455 (Mon-Fri
8.30am to 6.30pm, Sat 9.00am to 5.00pm).
8
Don’t handle the plug or use the handheld with
wet hands.
8
Don’t throw the handheld into fire or expose to high
temperatures, as the handheld contains a rechargeable
nickel cadmium battery which may cause damage
or burst.
8
Don’t pull or carry this handheld by the charger cord.
8
Don’t use the charger cord as a handle, pull the charger
cord around corners or sharp edges or close a door
over the charger cord. Don’t unplug handheld by pulling
on the charger cord.
8
Don’t attempt to remove blockages with sharp objects
as this may cause damage to your handheld.
8
Don’t use the handheld charger with incorrect voltage
as this may result in damage or injury to the user. The
correct voltage is listed on the ratings label.
8
Don’t vacuum up hot coals, cigarette butts, matches or
smoking hot burning items or use in an area where
there may be harmful fluids (chlorine, bleach, and
ammonia drain cleaner).
Let’s talk safety
Taking care of you
We’re here if you need us. Instead of taking me back
to the shop, simply visit:
vax.co.uk/support
or call:
(UK)
0844 412 8455
(ROI) 1-800 928 308
Monday-Friday 8.30am to 6.30pm, Saturday 9.00am to 5.00pm
Calls are charged at the UK local rate. Please make a note of the serial number and model number
of the handheld before calling.
Alternatively, you can write to us at:
Vax Ltd., Kingswood Road, Hampton Lovett, Droitwich, Worcestershire, WR9 0QH, UK
Let us know what you think
@VaxUK
Basic safety precautions