Vax Dual Power Carpet Cleaner Instruction Manual

Vax Dual Power Carpet Cleaner Instruction Manual

Thank you for buying this Dual Power
Taking care of your carpets
The Dual Power is designed to make washing carpets regularly, as effective and efficient 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 and smell fresh and clean. You’ve chosen carpets for your home for a reason and Vax will help you take good care of them.

Taking care of your Dual Power
Also inside this guide are instructions on maintaining your new machine, so that it’s always ready when you are to tackle your carpets.

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 8.30 am to 6.30 pm, Saturday 9.00 am to 5.00 pm
• Calls are charged at the UK local rate. Please make a note of the serial number and model number of the vacuum cleaner before calling.
• Alternatively, you can write to us at Vax Ltd., Kingswood Road, Hampton Lovett, Droitwich, Worcestershire, WR9 0QH, UK

Let’s talk about safety

Basic safety precautions

• This carpet washer is intended for household use only and NOT for commercial or industrial use.
• Only use the carpet washer indoors and keep the area you’re cleaning well-lit.
• Keep fingers, hair, and loose clothing from moving parts and openings whilst using the carpet washer.
• This carpet washer is NOT to be used by children under eight years or persons with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities unless they have been given instructions on how to use the machine or are supervised during use.
• Any cleaning or maintenance of your carpet washer should not be made by children without supervision and ensure they don’t play with the carpet washer.
• before, using your carpet washer test your carpets/rugs/upholstery for colorfastness and pile distortion.
• Only Vax recommend tools and solutions should be used with this carpet washer. Using other solutions may invalidate the guarantee. Please keep instructions for further use.

Don’ts

• Don’t leave the carpet washer plugged in when unattended. 8 Don’t use this carpet washer if it has been dropped, damaged, or left outdoors.
• Don’t run over the power cord or use the carpet washer if the power cord or plug is damaged. Please contact our Customer Care Line on 0844 4128 455 (Mon-Fri 8:30 am to 6:00 pm, Sat 09:00 am to 5:00 pm)
• Don’t use your carpet washer to pick up any flammable or combustible materials (lighter fluid, petrol, kerosene, etc.), or use the carpet washer in an area with explosive vapors or liquid.
• Don’t handle the plug or use the carpet washer with wet hands.
• Don’t carry the carpet washer while it’s switched on.
• Don’t pull or carry this carpet washer 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 the carpet washer by pulling on the power cord.
• Don’t use your carpet washer to pick 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).
• Don’t attempt to remove blockages with sharp objects as this may cause damage to your carpet washer.
• Don’t over-saturate your carpet.
• Don’t use the carpet washer with incorrect voltage as this may result in damage or injury to the user. The correct voltage is listed on the rating label.

Do’s

• Check with the manufacturer of your flooring prior to using the carpet washer
• The clean water tank should only be filled with warm water (max 40’C). Filling the clean water tank with hot or boiling water may damage your machine and invalidate your guarantee.
• Store your carpet washer in a cool, dry area. Before storing your carpet washer please ensure all water/solutions tanks and filters are thoroughly clean and dry.
• Always vacuum your carpets thoroughly before using your carpet washer.
• Always unplug the carpet washer before carrying out any maintenance and before connecting or disconnecting the hose/accessories.
• Turn off all controls on the carpet washer before disconnecting or connecting the power cord, after use always wrap the power cord around the cord clips provided
• Always replace the fuse in the plug with a 13amp fuse.
• Always protect the power cable from heated surfaces or near open flames.
• Always keep the power cord away from the brushes whilst using your carpet washer.
• 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.
• Take extra care when cleaning the stairs.
• Always use the carpet washer with all water/solution tanks and filters in place.
• Keep all openings clear and free from debris as this may affect the airflow/suction.
• Always use the carpet washer in an upright position.
• To prevent motor damage from dirty water, never hold the carpet washer upside down or lay on its side.

Dual Power
Included with your machine

Getting to know your machine

Technical Specification

• Name Dual Power
• Code W86-DP-B
• Part Number 1-1-133625-00
• Voltage 220-240V ~50Hz
• Wattage 800W
• Cord length 8m
• Weight 6.2kg

Subject to technical change without notice.

Getting started

PLEASE READ ‘Let’s Talk SAFETY’ AT THE BEGINNING BEFORE USE

Assembling your carpet washer

• Stand the base in an upright position and lower the top section to connect to the base.
• Assemble the two lower handle screws and tighten them with a cross/flathead screwdriver.
• Slide the handle down onto unit
• Assemble the upper handle screw and tighten with a cross/flat head screwdriver

Using your machine

Before you begin cleaning

• IMPORTANT : Carpets should be dry vacuumed thoroughly before washing
  Test for colorfastness- Wet a white absorbent cloth with the solution. In a small hidden area of your carpet/rugs/upholstery gently rub with the dampened cloth.

• Wait ten minutes and check for color removal or bleed with a white paper towel or cloth. If your carpet has more than one color, check all colors

• Test your carpet/rugs/upholstery – Run the carpet washer over a small hidden area. If no pile distortion occurs continue cleaning

• Don’t over-saturate your carpets.

• When using the carpet washer, basic safety precautions should always be observed

• IMPORTANT: Only use the Vax carpet solution. Using other solutions may cause excess foaming and may invalidate your warranty

• IMPORTANT: The clean water tank should only be filled with warm water (max 40°C). Filling the clean water tank with hot/boiling water may damage your machine and invalidate your warranty.

• CAUTION: This is a powerful carpet washer, before plugging in make sure all controls are turned off also hold the carpet washer firmly when starting and during use.

• When cleaning an entire room, move furniture out of the area to be cleaned. If the furniture is too heavy to move, place aluminum foil or wax paper under the legs. This will prevent wood finishes from staining your carpet. Pin up furniture skirts and curtains.

Operating your carpet washer

• Your dirty water tank is fitted with a float. When the dirty water tank is full or the floor head is not in contact with the carpet the float will shut off the suction at the floor nozzle. You will be able to hear if this has happened as the motor noise on the unit will increase. Once the float is activated, empty the dirty water tank is full. If the dirty water tank is not full then turn off your machine at the power switch and wait for the float to settle.
• Remove the clean water tank
• Unscrew the clean water tank cap from the top of the clean water tank.
• Pour the required dose of carpet cleaning solution (approx.40ml per 1.0L of water) and pour into the tank.

Operating your carpet washer

Carpets should be dry vacuumed thoroughly before washing.

Taking care of your machine

For large spills use the carpet washer

Emptying the dirty water tank

IMPORTANT: All solutions must be emptied from tanks when storing the machine
NOTE: Rinse out the tank with clean water and leave it to air dry before storing your machine

WARNING
Always switch off and unplug the carpet washer from the electrical outlet before assembling, filling, and emptying the clean water tank, emptying the dirty water tank, or connecting/disconnecting the attachments.

Cleaning the dirty water tank
IMPORTANT: Be sure to remove any debris that has accumulated on the screen above the float. If the screen becomes clogged, this may reduce the performance of your cleaner.
IMPORTANT : For full suction it is important that the quick pour cap is securely in place. If misplaced, suction will be severely affected.

• To clean dirty water tank ducting, place the dirty water tank under a tap and dispense high-pressure clean water into the inlet port of the dirty water tank to loosen debris that has accumulated
• During normal use cleaning, debris may accumulate inside the dirty water tank. In order to keep your unit functioning properly and to prevent any odors from building up, it is best to rinse out your dirty water tank with fresh water after each use.

Storage
Empty and rinse out clean and dirty water tanks and leave them to air dry before replacing them. Do not leave the solution stored in the tanks between uses.

Let’s talk technical
Removing blockages from the brushbar

Replacing the belt or brushbars
WARNING: Do not open the motor cover.

• To replace the belt, slip the brushbars through the belt.
  NOTE : Place belt on rounded areas of brushbars without bristles.

• With the belt in place, pull and slide the brushbars into the unit, making sure the brushbar end caps are in the correct position.

• Place a new belt on the motor shaft. Replace the belt cover and secure it by replacing all screws.

What to do if it goes wrong

Problem Solution
Why won’t my carpet washer turn on?

• The plug may not be fully pushed into the electrical socket.
• Check the fuse in the plug if this needs replacing, always replace with a 13amp fuse

Why won’t the solution/ clean water dispense?

• Make sure the clean water tank is fitted securely
• The clean water tank valve may be stuck, hold the clean water tank over the sink and press the valve underneath to release

Why won’t my carpet washer pick up?

• The float in the dirty water tank may have been activated. Empty the dirty water tank and wait for the float to settle before re-starting your carpet washer
• check the dual-spin power brushes for blockages and clear dirty water tank may not be fitted correctly, also make sure the lid is pushed down securely
• Check the nozzle for blockages and clear

Why won’t the brushes spin?

• Check the power brushes for blockages and clear
• Check the belt Go to ‘Replacing the belt or brushbars’

Warning: Always switch off and unplug the carpet washer from the electrical outlet before assembling, filling, and emptying the clean water tank, emptying the dirty water tank, or connecting/disconnecting the attachments.
Important: Carpets should be dry vacuumed thoroughly before washing.
Caution: The carpet washer is a very powerful unit. Before plugging the cord into the electrical outlet, make sure all controls on the unit
are turned off. Hold the carpet washer firmly when starting and in use.
Important: The motor is equipped with a thermal cut-out. If for any reason the unit should overheat, the thermostat will automatically turn the unit off. Should this occur, unplug the carpet washer from the electrical outlet and turn off the switch. Check the hose for blockages.
Clean the filters. Allow the unit to cool for approximately one hour. To re- start the machine, plug it into an electrical outlet and switch it back on. Calls are charged at the UK local rate. Please make a note of the serial number and model number of the carpet washer before calling.

Accessories

Don’t forget your solution!
Order at: www.vax.co.uk/spares-and-solutions

• Ultra+ Pet Carpet Cleaning Solution (1.5L) (1-9-132707-00)
  Our best-ever deep cleaning performance on carpets and upholstery. Ultra+ Pet Carpet Cleaning Solution tackles stubborn spots and stains and removes unpleasant pet odors too.

• Pre-Treatment Trigger Spray (500ml) (1-9-131929-00)
  Ideal for use on carpets and upholstery. Use this spray before washing your carpets to loosen stubborn stains and embedded dirt. It is perfect for those high-traffic areas, removing dirty footprints and muddy pawprints.

• Post-Treatment Trigger Spray (500ml) (1-9-131930-00)
  Ideal for use on carpets and upholstery. Use this spray after washing your carpets to protect your carpets. It contains an anti-recoil agent to protect carpet fibers and keep them cleaner for longer after cleaning.

Vax Ltd., Kingswood Road, Hampton Lovett, Droitwich, Worcestershire, WR9 0QH, UK email: [email protected] EEC Statement of Compliance: Manufacturer/EEC importer: Vax Limited, hereby on our own responsibility, declare that the Dual Power series is manufactured in compliance with the following Directives: Safety: 2006/95/EC Low Voltage Directive. EMC: 2004/108/EC Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive Waste electrical products should not be disposed of with household waste. Please recycle where facilities exist. Check with your Local Authority or retailer for recycling advice.
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