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Vax Careline:
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BAGLESS UPRIGHT VACUUM CLEANER
WITH TURBOTOOL
Vax Model Number: V-041
Please read carefully before using
BAGLESS UPRIGHT VACUUM CLEANER
this cleaner. Always fully extend
the mains cable before use.
Vax Model Number: V-042
Instruction Manual
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Vax V-041/2 9th.qxd 2/23/05 12:34 PM Page 2 Parts Overview 1. Diagram FRONT 1 21 BACK 2 13 14 3 12 4 15 5 6 7 11 8 16 20 19 9 18 10 17 17 Fig.1/1 1 Hand grip 12 Crevice tool (inside extension tube) 2 Handle 13 Hose clip 3 TurboTool™ (V-041 only) 14 Cord clip 4 Flexible hose 15 Cord wrap with quick release 5 Dirt container release button 16 Long power cord 6 Carry handle 17 Wheels 7 Dirt container 18 Handle release pedal 8 HEPA filter 19 On/off switch 9 Carpet height
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Vax V-041/2 9th.qxd 2/23/05 12:34 PM Page 3 Safety Information/Use & Function 19. Turn off the switch before unplugging. 2. Safety Information 20. Use only CE-approved 13 amp extension cords. FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY. Non-approved extension cords may overheat. When using the vacuum cleaner, basic safety precautions Care should be taken to arrange the cord so that should always be observed, including the following: the cord cannot be pulled or tripped over. WARNING: Always switch off and unplug
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Vax V-041/2 9th.qxd 2/23/05 12:34 PM Page 5 Use & Function/How to Operate 8. Slide the dusting brush on to the post on the 4. How to Operate lower caddy, with its bristles facing out (Fig.3/8A). Slide the extension tube/crevice tool in to the Cord Release round slot on the front right side of tool caddy Turn the quick cord release for easy cord removal. (Fig.3/8B). Insert the cord into the cord clip (Fig.1/1 item 14); this will keep the cord out of the way while vacuuming (Fig.4/1). B A Fig.3
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Vax V-041/2 9th.qxd 2/23/05 12:34 PM Page 8 Rotating Brushbar: Removal & Replacement 3. With the new belt in place, pull and slide the 2. Pull and lift off the nozzle guard (Fig.7/2). brushbar into the nozzle, making sure that the end caps are in the correct orientation (Fig.7/6A). Rotate the brushbar manually to make sure belt is properly aligned (Fig.7/6). Fig.7/2 3. Lift and remove the brushbar. Dispose of the old A belt (Fig.7/3). Fig.7/6 4. Re-attach the nozzle guard (Fig.7/7). Fig.7/3 T
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Vax V-041/2 9th.qxd 2/23/05 12:34 PM Page 9 Clearing Blockages Clearing Blockages from the 8. Clearing Blockages TurboTool™ (V-041 only) WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury from moving parts, unplug before servicing. 1. Rotate the locking ring 180º and turn the TurboTool™ over (Fig.8/4). 1. Unwrap the hose from the caddy. Remove any obstruction (Fig.8/1). Fig.8/4 2. Lift the cover off the TurboTool™ and remove blockage (Fig.8/5). Fig.8/1 2. Remove the dirt container and check the dirt conta
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Vax V-041/2 9th.qxd 2/23/05 12:34 PM Page 10 Troubleshooting 9. Troubleshooting WARNING: TO REDUCE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY, UNPLUG VACUUM CLEANER BEFORE SERVICING PROBLEM: Cleaner won’t run Cause: Not properly plugged into wall outlet. Solution: Plug in firmly. Cause: No electricity in wall outlet. Solution: Check fuse or breaker. Cause: On/off switch not turned on. Solution: Push on/off switch to on. Cause: Motor thermostat has tripped. Solution: Switch off and unplug cleaner. Leave for 1 h
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Vax V-041/2 9th.qxd 2/23/05 12:34 PM Page 11 Troubleshooting/UK Service & Help/Technical Specification PROBLEM: Air flow restricted with attachment use Cause: Attachment use restricts air flow. Solution: Check attachment. Cause: New carpet debris clogging air path. Solution: Remove obstruction. 10. UK Service & Help 11. Technical Specification Vax Care 0870 6061248 Voltage: 230-240V ~ 50Hz Monday-Friday 9.00am to 5.00pm. Wattage: 1500W-1700W An answerphone is available out of these hours. Ca
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Vax V-041/2 9th.qxd 2/23/05 12:34 PM Page 12 EEC STATEMENT OF COMPLIANCE Manufacturer/EEC importer: Vax Limited, hereby on our own responsibility, declare that the products V-041 Everyday Turbo/V-042 Everyday are 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
