SpotWash CDSW-MPXSRB - Vacuum Cleaner VAX - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL SpotWash CDSW-MPXSRB VAX

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CDSW-MPXSRB

1 year warranty

SAFETY GUIDE

BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

This machine is intended for household use only and NOT for commercial or industrial use.

PLEASE KEEP INSTRUCTIONS FOR FURTHER USE AND USE ONLY AS INSTRUCTED IN THIS GUIDE.

• This machine is intended for indoor cleaning and vehicle interiors during dry weather conditions.
• Keep fingers, hair and loose clothing away from moving parts and openings whilst using the machine.
• Before using the machine test your carpets/rugs/upholstery for colourfastness and pile distortion.
• This machine is not intended to be used or cleaned by persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience or knowledge, unless they have been given instructions concerning the safe use of the appliance by a person legally responsible for their safety. They should be supervised whilst using the appliance. Children shall not use, clean or play with this appliance, which when not in use should be secured out of their reach.
• Only VAX recommended tools and solution should be used with this machine. Using other solutions may invalidate the guarantee.

DON'TS

• Don't leave the machine plugged in when unattended.
• Don't use the machine if it has been dropped, damaged or left outdoors.
• Don't use the machine if the power cord or plug is damaged. If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by a qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.
• Don't vacuum up any flammable or combustible materials (lighter fluid, petrol, kerosene etc.) or use the machine in an area with explosive vapours or liquid.
• Don't use the machine outside during wet weather conditions.
• Don't handle the plug or use the machine with wet hands.
• Don't pull or carry the machine by the power cord.
• Don't use the machine to pick up hot coals, cigarette butts, matches or smoking hot burning items or use in an area where there may be harmful fluids (chlorine, bleach, and ammonia drain cleaner).
• Don't use the power cord as a handle, pull the power cord around corners, sharp edges or close a door over the power cord.
• Don't unplug the machine by pulling on the power cord.
• Don't carry the machine while it's switched on.

• Don't attempt to remove blockages with sharp objects as this may cause damage to the machine. Remove blockages only as instructed in this guide.

• Don't use the machine with incorrect voltage as this may result in damage or injury to the user. The correct voltage is listed on the ratings label.

• Don't over saturate your flooring/surface. Always finish on a dry stroke.
• Don't use on a surface that is damaged, uneven or incorrectly fitted.

DO'S

Refer to the floor/surface manufacturer's care recommendations before use. Test your flooring/surface - run the machine over a small hidden area, if no damage or discolouration occurs continue cleaning. Not suitable for use on water sensitive flooring/surfaces.

- The clean water tank should be filled with warm water (max 40°C) only. Filling the clean water tank with hot or boiling water will damage the machine and invalidate the guarantee. Always use the machine with all water tanks and filters in place.

- Always keep the area you're cleaning well lit.

• Always replace the fuse in the plug with a British 13amp fuse.

- Always unplug the machine before carrying out any maintenance and before connecting or disconnecting the accessories.

• Take extra care when cleaning on the stairs.

- Turn off all controls on the machine before disconnecting or connecting the power cord. After use always wrap the power cord around the cord clips provided.

• Always protect the power cord from heated surfaces and open flames.

- Use only CE approved 13amp extension cords, non-approved extension cords may overheat. Care should be taken to arrange the extension cord as it can be a trip hazard.

- Keep all openings clear and free from debris as this may affect the airflow/suction/water pick up.

- Always use the machine in an upright position. To prevent motor damage from dirty water, never hold the machine upside down or on its side.

- Keep the machine away from direct sunlight and store in a cool, dry area. Before storing the machine please ensure all water/solutions tanks are empty and filters are thoroughly clean and dry.

WARRANTY & TECHNICAL

WARRANTY

If a VAX machine is used in the way it is intended and it breaks down within the guarantee period, it's our responsibility to repair or replace it.

Here's what isn't covered:

• Functional parts, tools and accessories after 12 months that may suffer premature failure due to every day wear and tear.
• Consumables after 3 months such as belts, filters, brushbars, fuses etc.
• Accidental damage.
• Cosmetic damage that does not affect the functioning of the product.
• Damage as a result of use not in accordance with the user guide.
• Damage caused by not carrying out regular maintenance.
• Damage to the cord.
• Blockages; please refer to the user guide.
• Poor product performance caused by:

- Negligent use, misuse or careless operation of the machine.

- Failure to clean or maintain the product in accordance with the user guide.

- Use of the machine which is not in accordance with the user guide.

- Use of a VAX product for anything other than normal domestic household purposes in the country in which it was purchased.

- Use of parts, accessories and consumables, which are not genuine VAX components.

- Faulty installation or repairs - unless carried out by a qualified electrician or engineer.

TECHNICAL

Statement of Compliance: Manufacturer/EU importer: VAX Limited, hereby on our own responsibility, declare that the VAX SpotWash Home Duo is manufactured in compliance with the following Legislation:

Safety: 2014/35/EU Low Voltage Directive/Electrical Equipment (Safety)

Regulations 2016. EMC: 2014/30/EU Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive/Electromagnetic Compatibility Regulations 2016.

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 is a trade mark of Techtronic Cordless GP.

© 2021 Techtronic Cordless GP. All rights reserved.

4 VAX Ltd, Artillery House, Heritage Way, Droitwich, WR9 8YB, UK.

CONTENTS

Safety guide 2 - 3

Warranty & technical 4

Getting in touch 6

Getting to know your machine 7

Getting started 8

Using your machine 8 - 10

Maintenance & cleaning 11 - 13

Accessories

14

What to do if it goes wrong 15

Included with your machine

CDSW-MPXP

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Extra wide 2-in-1 wash tool

Crevice tool

Messy clean up tool

Accessory bag

x1 250ml Spot Washer Antibacterial Solution

GETTING IN TOUCH

Thank you for buying this VAX SpotWash Home Duo.

The VAX SpotWash Home Duo is designed to help you quickly tackle spills and stains on multiple surfaces all around your home.

This user guide gives instruction on operation and maintenance, and will help you get the most out of your new machine, so that it's always ready when you are to tackle those unexpected spills and stains.

Your product comes with a standard one year warranty

Register your product at:

vax.co.uk

We're here if you need us

Visit our online support:

support.vax.co.uk

Still need to get in touch?

Our UK based Customer Care Team are here to support you.

For help with assembly, operational or performance problems, or buying and fitting new accessories, you can find all our contact details at vax.co.uk/contact

This user guide can be found online at: support.vax.co.uk

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR MACHINE

1 3 4 5

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1 Carry handle
2 On/Off button (located under handle)
3 Clean water/solution tank
4 Dirty water tank
5 Wash tool
6 Wash tool release button
7 Clean water/solution tank handle
8 Quick cord release hooks
9 Hose storage clip
10 Hose
11 Crevice tool storage

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION

Name VAX SpotWash Home Duo

Code CDSW-MPXP

Voltage: 220-240V

Wattage: 400W

Cord length 5.5m

Weight 4.6kg

To purchase accessories and consumables visit: vax.co.uk

Subject to technical change without notice. Images are illustrative only.

GETTING STARTED

PLEASE READ THE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ON PAGES 2 & 3 BEFORE USE.

IMPORTANT: Test all carpets/rugs/upholstery/hard floors before use. Before using the machine to clean dried on stains and dirt, the surface should be vacuumed thoroughly.

Test for colourfastness - Wet a white absorbent cloth with the solution. In a small hidden area of the surfaces to be cleaned, gently rub with the dampened cloth. Wait ten minutes and check for colour removal or bleed with a white paper towel or cloth. Check all surfaces to be cleaned and if the surface has more than one colour, check all colours.

Test the spot washer on a small hidden area - If no damage or pile distortion occurs continue cleaning.

When using the spot washer, basic safety precautions should always be observed and don't over saturate your carpets/rugs/upholstery/hard floors. Not suitable for use on water sensitive flooring/surfaces. Only use with VAX Spot Washer Cleaning Solution or VAX Spot Washer Antibacterial Cleaning Solution. Using other solutions may cause excess foaming and will invalidate your guarantee. The clean water/solution tank should only be filled with warm water (max 40°C). Filling the clean water/solution tank with hot/boiling water will damage your spot washer and invalidate the guarantee.

Assembly

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Wrap the cord around the quick cord release hooks.

Filling the clean water/solution tank

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Lift the clean water/ solution tank handle and pull to remove the tank.

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Unscrew the cap off the base of the clean water/solution tank.

40°C MAX

Fill the tank with warm water (max 40^ C) and solution to the desired clean level, indicated by the lines on the tank.

SOLUTION WATER LARGE AREA SOLUTION WATER SMALL AREA

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Screw the cap back tightly onto the clean water/solution tank.

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Refit the clean water/solution tank onto the machine so it clicks into place.

USING YOUR MACHINE

Operation

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Turn the quick release hooks and remove the cord from the clips.

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Plug the machine into the mains and switch on.

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Pull to remove the wash tool and hose from the storage clip.

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Select a tool/attachment.

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1. Extra wide 2-in-1 wash tool for cleaning carpets, rugs, sofas and upholstery

A) multi purpose brush for cleaning carpets, rugs, sofas and upholstery.
B) hard floor scrub attachment for cleaning tiles and sealed wooden floors.

1. Messy clean up tool

A smaller, spare cleaning tool to keep messy clean ups separate from every day cleaning.

1. Crevice tool

For edge and tight spot/crevice cleaning.

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Press the tool lock button and slide the tool onto the end of the hose, over the nib. Release the button when in place.

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To fit an attachment to the wash tool, fit the front of the selected attachment into the front of the wash tool and push the clip down to click into place.

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Press the on/off button to switch the machine on.

USING YOUR MACHINE

Using the Extra wide 2-in-1 wash tool / Messy clean up tool

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For spills, always pick up the excess liquid before using water/solution. Tilt the tool forward onto the spill and pull back.

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Press the trigger on the wash tool to release water and solution.

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Use the brush to agitate any stubborn stains, scrubbing back and forth.

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Tilt the nozzle forward so the nozzle is in contact with the surface. Pull back to recover the water and solution.

IMPORTANT: Over or under tilting the hand tool may result in poor water pick up.

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Using the crevice tool

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Press the trigger on the crevice tool to release water and solution.

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Use the brush to agitate any stubborn stains, scrubbing back and forth.

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Turn the tool over and tilt the nozzle forwards so the nozzle is in contact with the surface. Pull back to recover the water and solution.

MAINTENANCE & CLEANING

IMPORTANT: Unplug and switch off the machine before performing maintenance or troubleshooting checks.

Emptying and cleaning the dirty water tank

IMPORTANT: The dirty water tank is fitted with a float. When the dirty water tank is full, the float will shut off the suction on the machine. You will be able to hear if this has happened as the motor noise on the machine will increase. Once the float is activated, empty the dirty water tank if full. If the dirty water tank is not full then turn off your machine at the power switch and wait for the float to settle.

IMPORTANT: Empty and rinse out the clean water/solution tank and dirty water tank and leave to air dry before refitting to store.

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Press the dirty water tank release button. Pull to release the tank and lift by the carry handle to remove.

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Pull and lift the lid to remove from the dirty water tank.

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Empty the dirty water into the sink or toilet.

40°C MAX

Rinse the dirty water tank and lid under water (max 40°C) to remove dirt/debris.

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To refit the lid align the lid to the tank and firmly push into place.

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Refit the dirty water tank onto the machine so it clicks into place.

MAINTENANCE & CLEANING

Cleaning the hose

IMPORTANT: Clean the hose after each use to remove any debris or water left in the hose.

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Empty the dirty water into the sink or toilet.

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Press the tool lock button and pull to remove the tool from the hose.

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Fill a bowl with 500ml of warm water (no solution).

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Plug the machine into the mains and switch on.

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Press the on/off button to switch the machine on.

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Submerge the end of the hose into the bowl of water. Do not squeeze the trigger.

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Once the bowl is empty, let the machine run for 10 seconds to remove residual water and dirt left in the hose. Repeat the process again if needed.

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Press the on/off button to switch the machine off. Unplug the machine from the mains.

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Press the dirty water tank release button. Pull to release the tank and lift by the carry handle to remove.

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Pull and Lift the lid to remove from the dirty water tank.

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Empty the dirty water into the sink or toilet.

MAINTENANCE & CLEANING

Removing and cleaning the wash tool and attachments

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Press the tool lock button and pull to remove the tool from the hose.

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Pull and lift the clip to remove the attachment from the wash tool.

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To remove the nozzle on the wash tool, push and lift the clear plastic clip up over the button on the end of the hose.

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Rinse the tools, attachments and the nozzle under warm water (max 40°C) to remove dirt/debris.

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To refit the nozzle, slide the nozzle into the wash tool until it clicks into place.

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To refit, fit the front of the attachment into the front of the wash tool and push the clip down to click into place.

Cleaning the filter grill

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Press the dirty water tank release button. Pull and lift to remove the tank.

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Remove any dirt and debris from the filter grill located underneath the dirty water tank.

Don't forget your solution!

Order at: www.vax.co.uk/spares-and-solutions

VAX Spot Washer Antibacterial Solution (11)

1-9-142409

SWEET WAFERS VAX

Perfect for cleaning rugs, carpets and upholstery around the home. Specifically formulated for use with Vax SpotWash Home Duo to target spills and stains.

WARNING: Always switch off and unplug the machine before performing any maintenance or troubleshooting checks.

There is an accessory missing

- Check the contents on the box.

Why does the machine have no power?

• The plug may not be fully pushed into the electrical socket.
• The fuse in the plug may need replacing. Always replace with a British 13amp fuse.
• The motor thermostat may have tripped. If this has happened, unplug the machine. Check the machine for blockages and clean the filter grill

Why won't the water/solution dispense?

• Squeeze the trigger on the hose to release solution and water mix. See OPERATION page 11.
• Make sure the clean water/solution tank is fitted securely. See FILLING THE CLEAN WATER/SOLUTION TANK PAGE 9.
• The clean water/solution tank is empty. Refill the tank. See FILLING THE CLEAN WATER/SOLUTION TANK PAGE 9.
• The clean water/solution tank valve may be stuck, hold the tank over the sink and press the valve underneath to release.
• Air is trapped in the pump and hose. Switch on the machine, prime the pump by lowering the hose down to the floor and hold the trigger for up to 1 minute.

Why won't the machine pick up?

• The float in the dirty water tank may have been activated. Empty the dirty water tank and wait for the float to settle before restarting your machine.
• The tool nozzle may not be in contact with the surface, tilt the nozzle forwards. See OPERATION page 11.
• Check the wash tool for blockages and clear. See REMOVING AND CLEANING THE WASH TOOL AND ATTACHMENTS page 14.
• The dirty water tank may not be assembled correctly or the lid may not be fitted securely. See EMPTYING AND CLEANING THE DIRTY WATER TANK page 12.
• Check the wash tool nozzle is correctly fitted. See ASSEMBLY page 8.
• Check the filter grill located under the dirty water tank for dirt and debris. See CLEANING THE FILTER GRILL page 14.

GET IN TOUCH

@ [e-mail] vax.co.uk