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Vax Careline
0870 606 1248
troubleshooting / service / specification
9. Troubleshooting
WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury,
unplug the vacuum cleaner before performing
maintenance/troubleshooting checks.
PROBLEM: Vacuum cleaner won't run
Cause:
Not properly plugged into electrical outlet.
Solution:
Plug in securely.
Cause:
No electricity in the electrical outlet.
Solution:
Check fuse or breaker.
Cause:
On/off switch not turned on.
Solution:
Push on/off switch to ‘on’.
Cause:
Motor thermostat has tripped.
Solution:
Switch off and unplug the vacuum cleaner.
Leave for one (1) hour before switching the
vacuum cleaner back on.
Cause:
Blown fuse/tripped breaker.
Solution:
Reset circuit breaker or replace fuse.
PROBLEM: Cleaner won’t pick up/loss of suction.
Cause:
Dirt container not installed properly.
Solution:
Review dirt container replacement.
Cause:
Dirt container full or blocked.
Solution:
Empty dirt container.
Cause:
Clogged fiÏlters.
Solution:
Remove, clean and replace filters.
PROBLEM: Accessories won’t pick up.
Cause:
Accessories are not attached correctly.
Solution:
Refer to section 5.
PROBLEM: Dust escaping from the vacuum cleaner.
Cause:
Dirt container full.
Solution:
Empty dirt container.
Cause:
Dirt container not installed correctly.
Solution:
Review dirt container replacement.
Cause:
Filter not installed completely.
Solution:
Remove, clean and replace filters.
10. UK Service & Help
Vax Care 0870 6061248
Monday-Friday
8.00am to 6.00pm.
Saturday-Sunday 9.00am to 5.00pm.
An answerphone will be available out of these hours. Any
queries or concerns about using your Vax, call the Vax
Careline. Calls are charged at the UK national rate.
Please make a note of the model number and serial
number of your Vax before calling. There are over 400
approved Vax Service Agents in the UK. For the nearest
Vax Service Agent, please call the Vax Careline or visit
www.vax.co.uk
11. Technical Specification
Voltage:
240V ~ 50Hz
Wattage:
2000W
Capacity:
4 litres approx
Filters:
Central Filter – washable
Post-motor filter – washable
Cord length:
4.95m (approx)
Weight:
8Kg
Subject to change without notice.
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