Vax V-028 Instruction Manual
Vaxcare:
AUST: 1300 36 4040
NZ: 0800 800 900
www.vax.com.au
Instruction Manual
Please read carefully before using this cleaner.
Retain for future reference.
Always fully extend power cable before use.
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VAXCARE Service & Help:
AUSTRALIA 1300 36 4040
NEW ZEALAND 0800 800 900
If you have any queries or concerns about using
your Vax, call VAXCARE. Please make a note
of the model number and model name of the
appliance before calling.
(Aust only: Mon-Fri. 10.00am to 6.00pm. EST)
Calls are charged at the local rate.
An answerphone is available outside of these
hours. We will return your call the next working
day.
There are over 300 approved Vax Service Agents
in Australia and New Zealand. For the nearest
Service Agent, please refer to your Vax warranty
or call VAXCARE or visit www.vax.com.au
10. Storage
Transporting & storing carpet washer
Fig.10/1 Put handle in upright locked
position.
Turn unit off. Store cord and above floor
cleaning attachments if used.
Fig.10/2 Tilt unit back on rear wheels and
push forward.
NOTE: The unit can also be transported
between rooms or floors using the carry handle
at the rear of the machine.
BEFORE STORING CARPET WASHER:
1. Empty and rinse clean water tank and dirty
water tank.
2. Replace empty clean water tank and dirty
water tank.
3. Wash foam filter with warm warm. Squeeze
out excess water and allow to air dry before
replacing.
4. Ensure that brushes and underside of unit
are fully dry prior to storing on a carpeted or
wood surface.
NOTE: Do not store unit with a full clean water
tank or dirty water tank.
DO NOT TRANSPORT THE CARPET
WASHER WITH EITHER THE CLEAN WATER
TANK OR DIRTY WATER TANK FULL.
11. Technical Specification
Power supply:
220-240/50Hz
Motor power:
900W
Clean water tank volume: 4 litres
Dirty water tank volume: 2.0 litres
Filter system:
Foam block
Cord length:
7.5m
Weight:
8.9kg
Subject to technical change without notice.
Fig.10/1
Fig.10/2
12. Troubleshooting
WARNING: TO REDUCE RISK OF
PERSONAL INJURY, UNPLUG CARPET
WASHER BEFORE SERVICING
PROBLEM: Carpet washer won’t
pickup or low suction
Cause: The dirty water tank door is not
installed.
Solution: Insert the dirty water tank door.
Cause: The dirty water tank door is not
installed correctly.
Solution: Review placing dirty water tank in
base of carpet washer.
Cause: The dirty water tank is full.
Solution: Empty the dirty water tank.
Cause: The dirty water passage clogged.
Solution: Clean the dirty water tank.
PROBLEM: Water escaping from
carpet washer
Cause: The dirty water tank is full.
Solution: Empty the dirty water tank.
Cause: The dirty water tank is not installed
correctly.
Solution: Review placing dirty water tank in
base of cleaner.
Cause: The clean water tank is not installed
properly.
Solution: Review clean water tank installation.
PROBLEM: Carpet washer won’t
dispense solution
Cause: The clean water tank is not installed
properly.
Solution: Review How to Operate.
Cause: The carpet washer needs a service.
Solution: Take it to an Authorised VAX Service
Centre or contact VAXCARE.
PROBLEM: Carpet washer
attachments won’t pick up
Cause: The hose is clogged.
Solution: Remove the hose and tools; remove
obstruction.
Cause: The dirty water tank is full.
Solution: Empty the dirty water tank.
PROBLEM: Carpet washer
attachments won’t spray
Cause: The solution tube is not connected
properly.
Solution: Connect the solution tube properly.
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