Do’s
Thank you for buying this Impact 702.
Taking care of your carpets
The Impact 702 is designed to make vacuuming carpets regularly, as efective and eicient
as possible and this user guide will help you get the most out of your machine.
Maintaining your carpets will ensure they keep their appearance for longer. You’ve chosen carpets
for your home for a reason and Vax will help you take good care of them.
Taking care of your Impact 702
Also inside this guide are instructions on maintaining your new machine, so that it’s always ready
when you are to tackle your carpets.
Basic safety precautions
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Turn of all controls on the vacuum cleaner before
disconnecting or connecting the power cord.
3
Always keep the power cord away from the brushes
whilst using your vacuum cleaner. After use always
wrap the power cord around the cord clips provided.
3
Always make sure both the pre-motor/post motor
ilters are in place before use.
3
Always switch of the vacuum cleaner before
disconnecting or connecting the hose and accessories.
3
Keep all openings clear and free from debris as this
may afect the airlow/suction.
3
Always replace the fuse in the plug with a 13amp fuse.
Always protect the power cable from heated surfaces
and open lames.
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.
Don’ts
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Don’t use this 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).
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Don’t handle the plug or use the vacuum cleaner with
wet hands.
8
Don’t vacuum up any lammable or combustible
materials (lighter luid, 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 luids (chlorine, bleach, and
ammonia drain cleaner).
8
Don’t attempt to remove blockages with sharp objects
as this may cause damage to your 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.
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. Before you call we’ll need you to have the following
information to hand: Your Machine, Your Proof of Purchase or Warranty registration code.
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
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 your cleaning well lit.
• Keep ingers, hair and loose clothing from moving parts
and openings whilst using the vacuum cleaner.
• 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.
• Only Vax recommend tools should be used with this
vacuum cleaner.
