Thank you for buying this Impact 302.
Taking care of your carpets and hard floors
The Impact 302 is designed to make vacuuming carpets and hard floors regularly, as effective
and efficient as possible and this user guide will help you get the most out of your machine.
Maintaining your carpets and hard floors will ensure they keep their appearance for longer.
You’ve chosen carpets and hard floors for your home for a reason and Vax will help you take
good care of them.
Taking care of your Impact 302
Also inside this guide are instructions on maintaining your new machine, so that it’s always
ready when you are to tackle your carpets and hard floors.
Let’s talk safety
Taking care of you
We’re here if you need us. Instead of taking me back
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or call:
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(ROI) 1-800 928 308
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Calls are charged at the UK local rate. Please make a note of the serial number and model number
of the product before calling.
Alternatively, you can write to us at:
Vax Ltd., Kingswood Road, Hampton Lovett, Droitwich, Worcestershire, WR9 0QH, UK
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This vacuum cleaner is intended for household use only
and NOT for commercial or industrial use.
• Only use the vacuum cleaner indoors on dry surfaces
and keep the area you’re cleaning well lit.
• Keep fingers, hair and loose clothing away from moving
parts and openings whilst using the vacuum cleaner.
• This vacuum cleaner 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
vacuum cleaner in a safe way and understand the
hazards involved. Children shall not play with the
vacuum cleaner. Cleaning and user maintenance shall
not be made by children without supervision.
• Only Vax recommended tools and accessories should
be used with this vacuum cleaner.
Please keep instructions for further use.
Basic safety precautions
3
Turn off all controls on the vacuum cleaner before
disconnecting or connecting the power cord.
3
Always make sure the filters are in place before use.
3
Always switch off the vacuum cleaner before
disconnecting or connecting the hose and accessories.
3
Keep all openings clear and free from debris as this
may affect the airflow/suction.
3
Always replace the fuse in the plug with a British
13amp fuse. Always protect the power cable from
heated surfaces and open flames.
3
Take extra care when positioning and using the vacuum
cleaner on the stairs.
3
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.
3
Store the vacuum cleaner in a cool, dry area. If filters
have been cleaned as per user guide instructions
ensure they are thoroughly dry before storing away.
Don’ts
Do’s
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Don’t use the vacuum cleaner if it has been dropped,
damaged or left outdoors.
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Don’t run over the power cord or use vacuum cleaner
if the power 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 vacuum cleaner with
wet hands.
8
Don’t pull or carry the vacuum cleaner by the power
cord. Don’t use the power cord as a handle, pull the
power cord around corners, sharp edges or close
a door over the power cord. Don’t unplug vacuum
cleaner by pulling on the power cord.
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Don’t vacuum up any flammable or combustible
materials (lighter fluid, petrol, kerosene etc.)
or use the vacuum cleaner in an area with explosive
vapours or liquid.
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).
8
Don’t attempt to remove blockages with sharp objects
as this may cause damage to the vacuum cleaner.
8
Don’t vacuum up hard or sharp objects such as glass,
nails, screws or coins etc.
8
Don’t use the vacuum cleaner with incorrect voltage
as this may result in damage or injury to the user.
The correct voltage is listed on the ratings label.
