6. Battery Removal & Disposal
The cordless hand/stick vacuum is powered
by Nickel-Cadmium (Ni-Cd) batteries, which
must be recycled or disposed in accordance
with local requirements. The battery pack
used in this model is replaceable, however
care should be taken when doing so. Follow
these steps when replacement is required:
1. Remove the dust container by pressing
the dust cup release button.
2. Turn the handheld on its side with the four
screws facing towards you.
3. Using a phillips head screwdriver, remove
all four screws and separate the two
halves of the motor cover.
4. The battery is now accessible, and is
comprised of two parts, linked together
by a connecting wire. Be careful not to
move any other components.
5. Disconnect the two battery clips from the
battery terminals.
6. Remove the battery assembly from its
locating compartment.
7. Fit the new battery into the battery
compartment.
8. Reconnect the battery clips to the battery
terminal.
9. Replace the outer cover and ensure that
the two cover halves fit together properly.
10. Screw in the four screws removed earlier.
11. Charge the battery for a minimum of 20
hours before use.
Call your nearest recycling centre
or local authority for information on
the recycling and disposal of Ni-Cd
batteries. Do NOT
replace the batteries
used in this product with any other type of
battery.
CAUTION:
• Use only with the battery pack supplied
with the unit.
• Do not attempt to remove the battery pack
from the unit to charge it.
• Never throw the battery pack or unit into a
fire or incinerate.
• Do not attempt to remove or damage the
battery casing.
• Battery must be recycled or disposed of
properly at the end of its service life.
7. Technical Specifications
Model Name:
Spirit
Model Number:
VR-380
Part Number:
55000
Charger Supply Voltage: 220-240V/50Hz
Battery:
14.4 V Ni-Cd
Dust Capacity:
600ml
Filter:
Cage and Filter
Weight:
3kg
Subject to technical change without notice
VAXCARE Service & Help
AUSTRALIA 1300 36 4040
NEW ZEALAND 0800 800 900
If you have any queries or concerns about
using your Vax, call VAXCARE.
Please make a note of the serial number
and model number of the appliance before
calling.
(Aust only: Mon-Fri. 10.00am to 6.00pm. EST)
Calls are charged at the local rate.
An answerphone is available outside of these
hours.
There are over 300 approved Vax Service
Agents in Australia and New Zealand. For the
nearest Service Agent, please call VAXCARE
or visit www.vax.com.au
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2.Assembly
NOTE:
Ensure that the unit is not connected
to the charger before assembling the handle.
1. Align
the
t e l e s c o p i c
tube on the
handle
with
the opening
on the power
unit housing
(Fig/2.1).
2. Slide
the
telescopic tube into the opening until it is
seated firmly into position.
3. Push on the telescopic handle release
button to adjust the height of the handle.
3. Charging Your
Vacuum Cleaner
Before using the vacuum, charge the vacuum
cleaner for a minimum of 20 hours.
NOTE: Ensure that the On/Off switch
on the hand vac is in the “Off” position
before charging.
NOTE:
The power unit/hand vac does
not have to be in the power unit/hand vac
receptacle to charge the battery.
1. Place the vacuum near an electrical power
outlet (220-240V/50Hz) and plug in the
charger.
2. Connect
the
charger to the
charging
jack
(Fig/3.1).
The red charging
indicator light will
illuminate when
the
vacuum
cleaner is being
charged.
3. The vacuum cleaner will run for maximum
operational time only if it has been fully
charged. The normal full charging time for
this vacuum is 20 hours. To fully charge
the unit, run the vacuum cleaner until it
stops, then fully recharge the battery.
NOTE:
Peak performance may only be
attained after the unit has been charged and
discharged two (2) or three (3) times.
To Maximize the Life of your Ni-Cd
Batteries
1. Charge for a minimum of 20 hours before
initial use. Failure to do so will significantly
reduce the battery life.
2.
Do not store the unit with the charging
adaptor attached and plugged in.
3. Only recharge when the batteries are fully
discharged (or as close to fully discharged
as possible).
4. Do not store in areas of high temperature
or humidity.
5.
NOTE:
Fully discharge, then completely
re-charge the unit at least once a month.
6. After three (3) months of storage, the
appliance should be fully discharged
and then recharged to maximize battery
power.
7. Only use the charger supplied. If other
chargers are used, damage to the battery,
appliance or personal property could be
caused.
8. Ni-Cd batteries have a long useful life but at
some time they will need to be replaced.
NOTE:
1. The on/off switch must be in the “OFF”
position in order to charge the unit.
2. If the appliance has never been used or
has been stored for an extended period
of time without use - it will take several
complete charge and discharge cycles
to fully charge the batteries for maximum
performance.
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Charging
Jack
Fig/3.1
