Vax Power Reach Handheld Owner's manual

Brand: Vax

Model: Power Reach Handheld

Type: Owner's manual

Vax Power Reach Handheld: This handheld vacuum cleaner is designed for quick and easy cleaning of small messes and hard-to-reach areas. It features a detachable power nozzle for cleaning in tight spaces, a revolving brush bar for effective dirt removal, and a crevice tool for cleaning corners and crevices. Vax Power Reach Handheld is lightweight and portable, making it easy to use and store. It also comes with a carry strap for added convenience. With its powerful suction and versatile attachments, Vax Power Reach Handheld is a great choice for everyday cleaning needs.

How to operate

Plug cord into electrical socket. Turn power on.

Parts checklist

a Detachable power nozzle

b Hose locking ring

c Revolving brush bar

d Crevice tool

e Carry strap

f On/Off switch

g Power nozzle release button

h Stretch hose

i Dirt container release button

j Crevice tool storage

k Filter

l Clear dirt container

m Power cord

2 3

Attachment usage

Press the power nozzle release

button.

Remove by sliding power nozzle to

the right.

Power nozzle with revolving brush

bar allows you to clean in hard to

reach places.

1 2

Re-fitting power nozzle

Line up tabs with grooves and slide

until the power nozzle locks into

place.

Turn hose locking ring to the unlock

position (clockwise).

Pull hose out of power nozzle and

away from unit.

Note: Always turn off the vacuum cleaner before connecting or disconnecting attachments.

Hose usage

Reattach hose

Reattach hose by lining up tabs on

power nozzle with grooves on hose

and push into place.

Secure by turning locking ring to

the lock position (counter clock-

wise).

Remove crevice tool from the back

of the unit.

3 1

Replace crevice tool

Insert crevice tool into the end of

hose.

Use crevice tool to clean tight

corners.

Replace crevice tool by lining up

tab in crevice slot with slot in

crevice tool storage.

Crevice tool usage

2 3

Dirt container removal

Press dirt container release latch.

Rock dirt container down and away

from unit.

Grasp filter from the centre. Pull filter out of dirt container.

Re-fitting the dirt container

Empty contents into wastebasket.

For best results, lightly tap filter

against wastebasket to remove

remaining dirt. Filter may be washed

carefully, but must be completely dry

before re-use.

Reattach by aligning slot on dirt

container with base of unit (fig 2).

Tilt dirt container up until it locks

into place (fig 2a).

Return filter to dirt container.

Emptying the dirt container

Troubleshooting

Problem

Cleaner won’t run

Brush bar not rotating

Cleaner won’t pick up

or low suction

Dust escaping from the

Vacuum

Cleaner tools won’t

pick up

Possible Cause

• Power cord not firmly pushed into

a mains socket.

• Blown fuse or tripped circuit breaker.

• Needs service.

• Hose not installed into nozzle correctly.

• Object(s) stuck in brush bar orifice.

• Clogged filter.

• Dirt container not installed

correctly.

• Dirt container full.

• Clogged filter.

• Nozzle/dirt passage is clogged.

• Brush bar is worn.

• Belt broken or worn belt.

• Dirt container full.

• Dirt container not installed

correctly.

• Hose not installed into power

nozzle correctly.

• Filter not installed correctly.

• Hose clogged.

• Dirt container full.

• Filter clogged.

Possible solution

• Plug cord in firmly.

• Check fuse/breaker. Replace fuse or

reset breaker.

• Call VAX Care 0870 606 1248.

• Review hose usage.

• Remove object(s).

• Remove filter and clean.

• Review dirt container removal and

replacement.

• Empty dirt container.

• Remove filter and clean.

• Remove brush bar cover; remove

obstruction OR remove hose; remove

obstruction.

• Replace the brush bar -

Call VAX care 0870 606 1248.

• Replace belt -

Call VAX care 0870 606 1248.

• Empty dirt container.

• Review dirt container removal and

replacement.

• Review hose usage.

• Review filter removal and replacement.

• Remove hose and tools; remove

obstruction.

• Empty dirt container.

• Clean filter.

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

• To prevent electric shock do not use in wet areas.

• 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.

• 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 vacuum cleaner indoors. Put the handheld vacuum cleaner away after use to prevent

tripping accidents.

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

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

qualified persons in order to avoid hazard.

• This vacuum cleaner is intended for domestic use only.

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

Safety

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

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

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UK SERVICE & HELP - VAX CARE 0870 6061248

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: Power Reach is manufactured in compliance with the following;

Safety: 72/23/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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