Vax Spot Scrubber Owner's manual

Brand: Vax

Model: Spot Scrubber

Category: Vacuum cleaners

Type: Owner's manual

How to operate

Grasp solution tank handle and

press the clean solution tank latch.

Slide the solution tank away from

the cleaner until the tabs on the

tank are disengaged from the slots

on the cleaner.

Lift the clean solution tank to

remove.

Parts checklist

aHandle

bClean solution tank latch

cOn/Off switch

dPower cord

eDirty water tank latch

fDrain cap

gVacuum/Scrub selector

hDirty water tank

iRotating scrub brush

jVacuum nozzle

kSpray nozzle

lCord wrap

mSpray trigger

nClean solution reservoir

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How to operate cont.

Unscrew the cap from the back of

the clean solution tank.

Fill the solution tank with 15ml of

Vax AAA carpet cleaner.

Slowly fill the remainder of the

clean solution tank with warm (max

40ºC) water.

Incorrect

Correct

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How to operate cont.

Replace the cap. Line up the tabs on the clean

solution tank with the slots on the

the cleaner and slide the tank

toward the cleaner.

Make sure the clean solution tank

is aligned properly.

Note: Failure to install the clean

solution tank correctly will result in

poor dirty water pick-up.

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Carpet/upholstery cleaning

Plug cord into an electrical socket. Turn the power switch ‘ON’. Turn the Vacuum/Scrub selector

knob towards ‘Vacuum’ and remove

as much liquid as possible from the

spill or spot.

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Carpet/upholstery cleaning

cont

Depress the spray trigger to spray

solution onto the area. Allow the

cleaning solution to penetrate stain

for 2 minutes.

Turn the Vacuum/Scrub selector to

‘Scrub’ and use the rotating scrub

brush on the area in a forward and

backward motion, using steady

strokes.

Turn the Vacuum/Scrub selector

back to ‘Vacuum’ to pick-up the

remaining moisture.

Important Note: Do not overwork any area of carpet, as this may damage 

carpet fibres.

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Emptying & cleaning the dirty

water tank

With one hand hold the cleaner by

the handle, with the other grasp the

sides of the dirty water tanks and

push the latch to release.

Grasp and pull the cleaner UP and

AWAY from the dirty water tank.

Unscrew the dirty water tank drain

cap.

Cleaning the dirty water tank

Empty the dirty water tank into the

sink and replace the cap.

Check the filter located on top of

the dirty water tank periodically and

clean by rinsing with water when

dirty.

Note: Make sure to replace the

filter after cleaning.

1. Rinse the dirty water tank with

warm (max 40ºC) tap water.

2. Dry thoroughly before storing to

prevent mildew from forming.

Emptying & cleaning the dirty

water tank cont.

Note: Do NOT remove the dirty water tank with the unit in the upright position. You should empty the tank when the dirty water in the tank

reaches the ‘Full’ line on the dirty water tank, or, when the float shuts off airflow, this will be indicated by a change in the pitch of the motor

and reduced suction. Finally, you should also empty the dirty water tank after use and rinse clean, before storage.

Cleaning the filter

Cord

Wrap

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Returning the dirty water tank

to the base of the cleaner

Grasp the handle and hook the

front of the dirty water tank securely

into the base of the cleaner.

The dirty water tank has 2 tabs on

the underside, which MUST latch

into the underside of the base of

the cleaner.

While making sure the front of the dirty

water tank is hooked on the base, push

the rear of the tank into the base of the

cleaner and push down until it latches.

The dirty water tank will need to be

emptied once or twice per fill up of the

clean solution tank.

Note: Failure to install the dirty water

tank correctly will result in poor dirty

water pickup.

Lift up the cord wrap and use it to

secure the cord as it wraps around

the cleaner.

How to store the cleaner

Troubleshooting

Problem

Cleaner won’t run

Cleaner won’t pick up

or low suction

Water escaping from the

Cleaner

Cleaner won’t dispense

solution

Possible Cause

• Power cord not firmly pushed into

a mains socket.

• Blown fuse or tripped circuit breaker.

• Needs service.

• Dirty water tank is not installed

correctly.

• Dirty water tank is full.

• Dirty water tank is not installed

correctly.

• Solution tank not installed correctly.

• Spray nozzle clogged

• Solution tank not installed properly

Possible solution

• Plug cord in firmly.

• Check fuse/breaker. Replace fuse or

reset breaker.

• Call Vax Care 0870 606 1248.

• Review dirty water tank removal and

replacement.

• Empty the dirty water tank.

• Review dirty water tank removal and

replacement.

• Review solution tank installation.

• Clean thoroughly.

• Review solution tank installation.

• Do not leave the appliance when plugged in. Unplug it from socket when not in use.

• Not to be used outdoors.

• Not to be used as a toy. Close supervision is necessary when used by or near children or the infirm.

• Use only as described in this easy guide.

• Do not use with a damaged cord or plug.

• If the supply cord/plug is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly

qualified persons in order to avoid hazard.

• Do not pull or carry by the cord, use the cord as a handle, allow the cord to come into contact with hot or

sharp surfaces or close a door on the cord.

• Do not unplug by pulling on the cord.

• Do not handle the plug or appliance with wet hands.

• Do not put any objects into openings or operate with openings blocked, keep them free of anything that may

reduce airflow.

• Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of the body away from openings and moving parts.

• Do not vacuum any glowing, burning or smoking particles.

• Turn off all controls before unplugging.

• Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids such as petrol, or use in areas where they may

be present.

• Do not use an extension cord with this handheld vacuum cleaner.

• Do not attempt to remove blockages with sharp objects as they may cause damage.

• Store the handheld carpet washer indoors. Put the handheld carpet washer away after use to prevent

tripping accidents.

• Do not place small objects or body parts in or around the rotating scrub-brush.

• Use only Vax AAA carpet cleaner.

• This handheld carpet washer is intended for domestic use only.

For further information in the UK, call the VAX HELPLINE : 0870 606 1248

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

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Mon-Fri. 9.00am to 5.00pm. An answer phone is available out of these hours. If you have queries or concerns about using your VAX, call the HELPLINE. Calls are charged at the UK national rate.

Please make a note of the serial number and model number of your VAX before calling. There are over 400 approved VAX Service Agents in the UK. For your nearest Service Agent please call VAX Care.

EEC STATEMENT OF COMPLIANCE

Manufacturer/EEC importer: VAX Limited, hereby on our own responsibility declare that the product: V-035 Spot Scrubber 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

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