Vax Rapide Spring V-021 Bedienungsanleitung

Vax Careline:

0870 6061248

Instruction Manual

Please read carefully before using

the carpet washer. Always fully

extend the mains cable before use.

Please retain these instructions

for future reference.

www.vax.co.uk

Upright Carpet Washer

Vax Model Number: V-021

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Fig.1/2

1. Diagram

Parts Overview

1. Handle

2. Clean Water Tank Release

Button

3. Clean Water Tank

4. Dirty Water Tank Latch

5. Dirty Water Tank Handle

6. Exhaust Filter

7. Brushbar

8. Dirty Water Tank

9. Solution Release Trigger

10. Power Cord Tidy

11. Power Cord Holder

12. Power Cord

13. Power Switch

14. Handle Release Pedal

15. Bottle of Spring Clean

Fig.1/1

AAA

ANTI

ALLERGEN

ADDITIVE

spring

carpet cleaner

INCLUDES

clean

Fig.1/3

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Safety Information/Preparing the Carpet

2. Safety Information

FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY

When using the carpet washer, basic safety precautions

should always be observed, including the following:

1. Do not leave the carpet washer unattended when

plugged in. Unplug it from socket when not in use.

2. To prevent electric shock do not use outdoors.

3. Not to be used as a toy. Close supervision is

necessary when used by or near children or the

infirm.

4. Use only as described in this manual.

5. Do not use with a damaged cord or plug. If the

supply cord and/or plug is damaged, they must

be replaced by the manufacturer, a Vax Service

Agent or similarly qualified persons in order to

avoid hazard.

6. Do not pull or carry by the cord, use the cord as

ahandle, allow the cord to come into contact with

hot or sharp surfaces or close a door on the cord.

7. Do not unplug by pulling on the cord.

8. Do not handle the plug or carpet washer with wet

hands.

9. Do not put any objects into openings or operate

with openings blocked, keep them free of

anything that may reduce airflow.

10. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers and all parts of

the body away from openings and moving parts.

11. Do not use the carpet washer on any glowing,

burning or smoking particles.

12. Do not use without the solution tank and dirty

water tank in place.

13. Turn off all controls before unplugging.

14. Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible

liquids such as petrol, or use in areas where they

may be present.

15. Keep the carpet washer on the floor.

16. Do not use an extension cord.

17. Do not attempt to remove blockages with sharp

objects as they may cause damage.

18. Store indoors put away after use to prevent

tripping accidents.

19. Using improper voltage may result in damage to

the motor and possible injury to the user.The

correct voltage is listed on the rating label.

20. A hazard may occur if the carpet washer runs

over the power supply cord.

NOTE: Carpets should be dry vacuumed

thoroughly before washing.

NOTE: If the supply cord is damaged, it must be

replaced by the manufacturer, a Vax service agent or

similarly qualified persons in order to avoid hazard.

NOTE: The carpet washer must be unplugged from

the mains socket outlet after use, and before

cleaning or maintaining the carpet washer.

IMPORTANT: This carpet washer is not intended

for commercial use.

3. Assembling the Machine

Components

Fig.3/1 - Base Unit

Fig.3/2 - Mid-Section

Fig.3/3 - Handle

Fig.3/4 - 3 Screws

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Assembly

1. Line up mid-section with base unit and slot into

place (as shown).

2. Insert handle into mid-section ensuring that the

solution trigger is at the back of the machine and

the screw hole in the handle is lined up with the

screw hole in the mid-section (as shown).

3. Insert and tighten screws as indicated.

4. Twist cord holder until it is facing upwards.

5. Finally insert clean water tank and machine is fully

assembled.

Preparing the Machine/Assembly

Fig.3/8

Fig.3/9

Fig.3/5 - Clean Water Tank

Fig.3/6

Align screw holes

Insert Screw Insert Screw

Insert Screw

Fig.3/10 Fig.3/11

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4. Preparing the Carpet

IMPORTANT: Do not use the carpet washer as a

dry vacuum.

1. Vacuum carpet thoroughly. Use a vacuum cleaner

with a revolving brushbar for best results.

2. Remove as much furniture from the room as

possible. If unable to remove the furniture, place

plastic or foil under and around the legs until the

carpet has dried completely.

HELPFUL HINTS FOR CLEANING CARPET:

1. Only use Vax AAA Carpet Cleaner with this carpet

washer.

2. Do not oversaturate carpet with cleaning solution

while using the carpet washer.

3. For heavily soiled areas, additional applications

may be necessary.

4. Allow plenty of time to dry carpet thoroughly.

5. Wipe cleaning solution from woodwork and wood

to prevent any damage.

6. Try not to walk on carpet until it is completely dry.

7. After carpet is thoroughly dry,vacuum the carpet

using a vacuum cleaner with a revolving brushbar.

8. Before cleaning, determine where to start and

end, making surenot to walk over previously

cleaned areas.

CHECK FOR COLOUR FASTNESS:

Before cleaning carpet, test for colour fastness.

Dampen a white cloth with solution. Test a small area

in a closet. Gently rub the cloth over the area. Check

each colour for colour bleeding. If the cloth remains

clean, it should be safe to clean the carpet.

AFTER CLEANING:

• Allow carpet to dry completely. Try not to walk on

the carpet until it is dry.

• If it is necessary to walk on the carpet, place

white towels on the areas to be walked on.

•If the carpet is not dry and the furniture must be

placed back in the room, use plastic or foil under

the furniture to prevent staining the carpet.

•Thoroughly clean the dirty water tank with warm

(max 40ºC) tap water.

5. Preparing the Machine

1. Hold the handle of the clean water tank and press

‘Clean Water Tank Release’. Tilt Clean Water

Tank away from the carpet washer and remove.

2. Unscrew the measuring cap from the reverse

side of the clean water tank. Fill measuring cap

with solution (Use only 1 capful of solution per

full tank). Pour into clean water tank.

IMPORTANT: Use only Vax AAA Carpet Cleaner

solution. Using other cleaning solutions may

cause excess foaming. Excessive foam will

prevent the machine from working effectively.

Using other solutions will void the warranty.

Assembly/Usage

Fig.5/1

Fig.5/2

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3. Fill remainder of clean water tank with warm

(max 40°C) tap water. Replace cap.

4 Place bottom of clean water tank into carpet

washer and push back until it locks into place.

6. Usage

Plug cordinto electrical socket. Turn on the machine

by using the on/offswitch located on the side of the

machine.

IMPORTANT: Never leave unit unattended with

power on. Turn off when emptying and filling

tanks. Do not over-saturate the carpet

1 Step onto handle release pedal to put the

machine into cleaning position (Fig.6/1).

While depressing the solution spray trigger, pull

carpet washer in a backward motion. Release

the trigger and push the unit forward in the

same path to agitate and remove dirty water

and solution from carpet. (For more heavily

soiled areas, repeat if necessary).

IMPORTANT: For best cleaning results use a

steady, moderate, forward and backward motion.

Always work from back to front across the room to

avoid stepping on wet carpet and lowering the pile.

2 When dirty water tank is full lift dirty water tank

latch and remove from base unit using the

handle.

3Twist dirty water tank outlet cap to the left and

remove, empty,rinse and replace.

Troubleshooting

Fig.5/4

Fig.6/1

Fig.6/2

Fig.6/3

Fig.5/3

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4 When finished cleaning remove the dirty water

tank and rinse with warm water and allow it to

dry before storage. Also remove filter (as

shown) rinse with warm water and allow it to dry

thoroughly before storing.

IMPORTANT: Do not use any chemicals when

cleaning.

NOTE: Do not store cleaner with solution in clean

water tank or dirty water in dirty water tank.

Mineral deposits and mildew can form with will

affect the performance of the carpet washer.

7. Troubleshooting

WARNING: To reduce risk of personal injury,

unplug carpet washer before servicing.

Problem: The cleaner won't run

Cause: Not properly plugged into electrical outlet.

Solution: Plug in firmly.

Cause: No electricity in electrical outlet.

Solution: Check fuse or breaker.

Cause: On/off switch not turned on.

Solution: Push on/off switch to ‘on’.

Cause: Blown fuse/tripped breaker.

Solution: Reset circuit breaker or replace fuse.

8. UK Service & Help

Vax Care 0870 6061248

Monday-Friday. 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 serial number and model

number of your carpet cleaner 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

9. Technical Specification

Voltage: 220 ~ 240V 50Hz

Motor Power: 550W

Clean water tank volume: 2.6 litres

Dirty water tank volume: 2.4 litres

Cordlength: 6.1m

Weight: 5.7kg

Fig.6/4

Fig.6/5

Fig.6/6

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EEC STATEMENT OF COMPLIANCE

Manufacturer/EEC importer: Vax Limited, hereby on our own responsibility declare that the product

V-021 Rapide Spring is manufactured in compliance with the following:

Safety:73/23/EEC Low Voltage Directive, as modified by 93/68/EEC

EMC:89/336/EEC Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive, as modified by 93/68/EEC

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.

Vax Ltd., Kingswood Road, Hampton Lovett, Droitwich, Worcestershire, WR9 0QH, UK

email: [email protected] - website: www.vax.co.uk

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