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What to do if it goes wrong

Solution

Problem

CAUTION:

 To reduce the risk of personal injury, unplug the product before performing  

maintenance/troubleshooting checks.

What to do if it goes wrong

What do I do if the unit/

accessory becomes 

damaged or broken?

Why won’t the accessory 

pick up properly?

Why will the vacuum 

cleaner not run?

Why isn’t my brushbar 

rotating?

Why is there a red light

on the nozzle?

•  We’re here to help. Simply call us on AU 1300 361 505 or 

NZ 0800 800 900 or visit vax.com.au / vax.co.nz

•  The accessory may be blocked; Refer to ‘Taking care of your machine: 

Removing blockages from the Turbo Tool’.

•  The accessory may be faulty. Simply call us on AU 1300 361 505 

or NZ 0800 800 900

•  It may not be plugged into the electrical outlet correctly; ensure that 

the plug is pushed in securely.

•  The electrical outlet may not be working properly; check the fuse or 

breaker, or consult an electrician.

•  The motor thermostat may have tripped; switch off and unplug the 

vacuum cleaner, and leave for one hour before switching the cleaner 

back on.

•  The brushbar may not be turned on. Refer to the Using your machine 

section.

•  The unit may not be reclined. Refer to the Using your machine section.
•  The brushbar may be jammed. Refer to 'Taking care of your machine; 

how to resetting jammed brushbar.'

•  The brushbar may be jammed. 'Taking care of your machine; how to 

resetting jammed brushbar.'

•  If the red light still shows, we’re here to help. Simply call us 

on AU 1300 361 505 or NZ 0800 800 900 

•  Check the Parts Overview page in the guide to make sure the part 

is definitely included in your unit.

•  If the part is missing we’re here to help. Simply call us on: 

AU 1300 361 505 or NZ 0800 800 900

•  The dirt container may be incorrectly installed; Refer to ‘Taking care 

of your machine: Operating the appliance’.

•  The filter may be clogged; Refer to ‘Taking care of your machine: 

Cleaning the filters’.

•  The dirt container is full or blocked; refer to ‘Taking care of your 

machine; Emptying and cleaning the dirt container’.

•  The brushbar may be blocked; refer to ‘Taking care of your machine; 

Removing blockages from the brushbar’.

Solution

Problem

There is an  

accessory missing.

Why won’t the vacuum

cleaner pick up?

Why is dust escaping 

from the vacuum cleaner?

•  The filter may be clogged; Refer to ‘Taking care of your machine: 

Cleaning the filters’.

•  The filters may be incorrectly installed; Refer to ‘Taking care of your 

machine: Cleaning the filters’.

•  The dirt container may be incorrectly installed; remove the dirt 

container from the unit by pressing the dirt container release button 

and then re-attach it to the unit, ensuring it is locked firmly back 

into place.

Summary of Contents for VX55

Page 1: ...LIGHTWEIGHT FULL SIZE POWER MULTI CYCLONIC UPRIGHT LET S GET STARTED vax com au vax co nz VX55 Air Reach Upright VACUUM CLEANER ...

Page 2: ... THE VACUUM CLEANER CAUSED AS A DIRECT RESULT OF NOT ADHERING TO THE GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION AND THE INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS USER GUIDE INVALIDATES THE WARRANTY PLEASE KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FURTHER USE If servicing of this product is required it should only be performed by a qualified service agent Please visit the Vax website for a most up to date list of Vax service agents or contact our C...

Page 3: ...r Inside this guide are instructions on maintaining your new machine so it is always ready when you are to tackle carpets hard floors and stairs We re here if you need us For troubleshooting simply visit or call Australia 1300 361 505 New Zealand 0800 800 900 vax com au vax co nz Monday Friday 8 30am 5 00pm Calls are charged at the standard local rate Please make note of the serial number and mode...

Page 4: ...ne Please check and clean filters periodically depending on the level of use For full cleaning instructions see Taking care of your machine IMPORTANT Do not use the vacuum cleaner without all filters in place Pre motor filter Post motor filter Double Insulated This product meets applicable regulatory requirements Indoor Use Read Instructions Handle Handle height adjuster Rotating brushbar Upper ha...

Page 5: ...e Using your machine Twist cord hook to release cord Brushbar on carpets Brushbar off hard floors Recline unit Turn unit on Adjust handle height Remove hose Choose an accessory Attach accessory to hose Remove telescopic extension tube Attach hose to telescopic extension tube Attach accessory to telescopic extension tube IMPORTANT Hold unit while using hose or telescopic extension tube Remove stret...

Page 6: ...tly clean separator Operating the appliance Cleaning the pre motor filter Cleaning the post motor filter Twist canister lid Tap over a bin to remove excess dirt Lift lid off Wash filter with warm tap water 40º max Pull out the filter from the canister base Allow to dry for 24hrs Press the release clip at the front on the filter cap Separate filter from the holder Tap over bin to clean WARNING Do n...

Page 7: ...ry to access replace brush bar drive belt If problem persists please call our careline AU 1300 361 505 NZ 0800 800 900 A red flashing light will indicate a jammed brushbar To reset press the button on the side of you vacuum Removing debris from the brushbar If the light continues to flash after resetting the brushbar may still be blocked Using a pair of scissors cut through any threads or hairs ca...

Page 8: ...ammed Refer to Taking care of your machine how to resetting jammed brushbar The brushbar may be jammed Taking care of your machine how to resetting jammed brushbar If the red light still shows we re here to help Simply call us on AU 1300 361 505 or NZ 0800 800 900 Check the Parts Overview page in the guide to make sure the part is definitely included in your unit If the part is missing we re here ...

Page 9: ... Calls are charged at the standard local rate Please make a note of the serial number and model number of the vacuum cleaner before calling Notes Getting in touch ...

Page 10: ...Notes Notes ...

Page 11: ...Distributed by Techtronic Industries Australia Pty Ltd 31 Gilby Road Mt Waverley VIC 3149 Australia Careline AU 1300 361 505 www vax com au Careline NZ 0800 800 900 www vax co nz ...

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