Air VX32SK - Vacuum Cleaner VAX - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL Air VX32SK VAX

PERFECT FOR QUICK SPILLS AND SPOT CLEANING

3 YEAR WARRANTY

LET'S GET STARTED.

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Basic safety precautions

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

READ ALL THE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE

• It is a battery-operated appliance, the battery being charged outside the appliance.
• Only use the vacuum cleaner indoors and keep the area you're cleaning well lit.
• Keep fingers, hair and loose clothing from moving parts and openings whilst using the vacuum cleaner.
• This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Children should

not play with the vacuum cleaner. Cleaning and user maintenance should not be made by children without supervision

• Only Vax recommend tools and accessories should be used with this vacuum cleaner
• Keep the charger and batteries in a dry place, and use them indoors only.
• Do not use charger with damaged cord or plug. If appliance or charger is not working as it should, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors or dropped into water, take it to a Vax authorised repair agent prior to continuing use. Please contact our Customer Care Line on: AU: 1300 361 505 / NZ: 0800 800 900 (Mon-Fri 8.30am to 5.00pm) or visit www.vax.com.au / vax.co.nz for your nearest Vax authorised repair agent.

Please keep instructions for further use.

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Don'ts

✗ Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as a handle, close a door on cord, or pull cord around sharp edges or corners. Do not place product on cord. Do not run appliance on cord.
✗ Don't handle the charger plug or use the vacuum cleaner with wet hands.
✗ Don't attempt to remove blockages with sharp objects as this may cause damage to the vacuum cleaner.
✗ Don't try to short the terminals of the battery and the charger.
✗ Don't use the vacuum cleaner with incorrect voltage as this may result in damage or injury to the user. The correct voltage is listed on the rating label.

Don't vacuum up hot coals, cigarette butts, ash, matches or smoking hot burning items or use in an area where there may be harmful fluids (chlorine, bleach, and ammonia drain cleaner).
✗ Do not vacuum hard or sharp objects such as glass, nails, screws or coins etc.
✗ Don't not vacuum plaster dust, concrete dust or any other building or vitreous material.
✗ Do not vacuum flour, baking soda or any other powder-based carpet refresher or deodoriser.

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Do's

√ Always make sure the filter and dirt container are fitted correctly before using your vacuum cleaner.
√ Always turn off and remove the battery before carrying out any maintenance.
√ Turn off all controls on the vacuum cleaner before disconnecting or connecting the battery.
√ Take extra care when cleaning on the stairs.

√ Always protect the charger cord from heated surfaces or near open flames.
√ Use only SAA approved 10amp extension cords, non-approved extension cords may overheat. Care should be taken to arrange the extension cord as it can be a trip hazard.
√ Always carry the vacuum cleaner by the handle.
√ Store your vacuum cleaner in a cool, dry area.

CAUTION: The battery used in this device may present a risk of fire or chemical burn if mistreated.

Do not disassemble or heat above manufacturer's maximum temperature limit (60°C/140°F) or incinerate.

Replace battery with Vax battery only. Use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion. Dispose of used battery promptly. Keep away from children.

Do not disassemble and do not dispose of in fire. Do not attempt to disassemble the battery or remove any component projecting from the battery terminals.

The battery and charger have no user serviceable parts. Fire or injury may result.

Prior to disposal, protect exposed terminals with heavy insulating tape to prevent shorting.

WARNING: For best performance terminals on battery, battery charger and vacuum cleaner must be clean and free from dust and dirt.

Do not attempt to recharge non-rechargeable batteries.

Thank you for buying this Air Cordless Handheld.

Taking care of small cleaning tasks

The Air Cordless Handheld is designed to make cleaning as quick and convenient as possible and this user guide will help you get the most out of your machine.

The Air Cordless Handheld is perfect for small cleaning tasks on surfaces and upholstery.

Taking care of your Air Cordless Handheld

Also inside this guide are instructions on maintaining your new machine, so that it's always ready when you need to tackle those small jobs.

We're here if you need us

For troubleshooting simply visit or call:

Australia: 1300 361 505* New Zealand: 0800 800 900*

vax.com.au

vax.co.nz

Performance is everything.

*Monday – Friday: 8:30am -5:00pm

Calls are charged at the standard local rate. Please make note of the serial number and model number of the product before calling.

Handle Battery (not included) Handheld On/Off control Dirt container release button vax Dust separator and shroud Dirt container

Air™ Cordless Handheld

Included with your machine

Crevice Tool

Turbo Tool

Technical Specification

Name Air Cordless Handheld

Battery Voltage: 20V

Weight 1.56kg

Model no. VX32SK

Dirt Container Capacity 0.701

Battery Specification

Type Lithium-Ion rechargeable battery pack

Nominal voltage 20VDC

Capacity 36Wh

Battery Model No. BH03100ANZ

Type Lithium-Ion rechargeable battery pack

Nominal voltage 20VDC

Capacity 72Wh

Battery Model No. BH03120ANZ

Battery Charger Specification

Model No. BH03200ANZ

Voltage 220-240V \~ 50Hz

NOTE: Battery and Charger not included with VX32SK

PLEASE READ 'LET'S TALK SAFETY' BEFORE USE

CAUTION: The battery used in this device may present a risk of fire or chemical burn if mistreated. Do not disassemble or heat above manufacturer's maximum temperature limit (60°C/140°F) or incinerate. Replace battery with a Vax battery only. Use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion. Dispose of used battery promptly. Keep away from children. Do not disassemble and do not dispose of in fire. Do not attempt to disassemble the battery or remove any component projecting from the battery terminals. The battery and charger have no user serviceable parts. Fire or injury may result. Prior to disposal, protect exposed terminals with heavy insulating tape to prevent shorting. The battery must be recycled or disposed of in an environmentally sound manner.

IMPORTANT: The battery will need charging before first use. Do not attempt to charge non rechargeable batteries.

Getting started with your LithiumLife™ battery:

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25% Charged

50% Charged

75% Charged

CAUTION: For best performance terminals on battery, battery charger and handheld cleaner must be clean and free from dust and dirt.

Charging the battery

Fit the battery onto the battery charger. The battery charger light will turn blue when charging. If a red light appears an error has occurred, remove the battery and re-fit. Once the battery is fully charged the charger light will turn off.

Removing the battery from charger

Press the release button on the battery, hold the base of battery charger and lift the battery to remove.

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The battery can remain on the battery charger once fully charged.

NOTE: The life expectancy of the battery will vary depending on the usage of the handheld cleaner. If you require a replacement battery contact us - Vax Careline: (AU) 1300 361 505 / (NZ) 0800 800 900.

Assembling your handheld vacuum cleaner

CAUTION: Always make sure the pre-motor filter is correctly fitted before using the handheld cleaner.

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Fit the battery onto the handheld cleaner. The battery will click into position when correctly fitted.

Carrying your handheld vacuum cleaner

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Use handle to carry handheld vacuum cleaner.

Handheld cleaner

CAUTION: Always take extra care when cleaning stairs.

Always switch the handheld off before connecting or disconnecting the accessories.

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For a more detailed clean, line up the crevice tool with the nozzle on the handheld and push firmly into place.

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For an extra powered clean, line up the turbo tool with the nozzle on the handheld and push firmly into place.

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Roll the On/Off control back to switch the handheld off. Pull to remove tool from nozzle.

Taking care of your machine

Removing the battery from your handheld cleaner

CAUTION: Always switch off the handheld cleaner and remove the battery before carrying out any maintenance or troubleshooting.

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Hold the battery securely and press the release button on the top of the battery.

Emptying the dirt container

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Press the dirt container release button.

Lift to remove dirt container lid.

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Lift separator tabs on either side of dirt container. Lift to remove separator.

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Hold dirt container over a bin allowing dirt/debris to fall out.

Taking care of your machine

Cleaning the separator and pre-motor filter

CAUTION: For best cleaning results filters require cleaning every 4-6 uses or as needed.

Do not use your handheld cleaner without the filter in place.

TAP

Tap separator over a bin allowing dirt/debris to fall out.

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Pull the filter tab to remove the pre-motor filter from the separator.

40°C MAX

Tap the filter over a bin to remove any dirt/debris. Wash the filter under running water (40 degrees max).

24hr

Leave for 24hrs or until fully dry before replacing.

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Refit the pre-motor filter and separator.

Replace filters every 6-9 months.

Let's talk technical

Cleaning terminals

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Using a dry cloth or soft dusting brush remove any dust/debris from terminals on battery charger, battery and handheld cleaner.

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Don't forget your accessories!

Order at: www.vax.com.au / www.vax.co.nz

Battery Charger

Model no. BH03200ANZ

Charges a standard LithiumLife™ battery in 1.5 hours and extended lithium life battery in 3 hours.

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Standard LithiumLife™ Battery

Model no. BH03100ANZ

LithiumLife™ technology brings power and cordless convenience for whole-home cleaning.

Filters need to be replacement every 6 months, depending on level of use. Damaged or discoloured filters need replacing.

VERY 4-5 USES MASH EVERY 4-5 USES WASH EVERY 4-5

Extended Life LithiumLife™ Battery

Model no. BH03120ANZ

LithiumLife battery technology brings power and cordless convenience for whole-home cleaning. Double runtime of standard Lithium Life Battery

SolutionProblem

Why does my handheld cleaner have no power?

• Check the battery is inserted correctly into the handheld vacuum cleaner. Go to 'Getting started'.
• Check the handheld has been correctly fitted into the main body. Go to 'Getting started'.
• The battery may not be charged, remove and charge battery.
• Check terminals on battery and handheld cleaner are clean. Go to 'Lets talk technical'.
• Battery might be too hot, remove and allow to cool for 30 minutes. Replace battery.
• The Motor Protection Sensor may have been activated. If this has happened, switch off the handheld cleaner. Remove and empty the dirt container and check for blockages. Clean the filters and allow the handheld cleaner to cool for approximately 1 hour (if you have washed the filters you will need to wait 24 hours for the filters to fully dry before putting them back into the handheld cleaner).

Why won't the handheld cleaner pick up?

• Empty the dirt container and clean filters. Go to 'Taking care of your machine'.
• There may be a blockage in the handheld cleaner. Check, the nozzle of handheld, separator, shroud and tool for blockages.
• The separator has not been fitted correctly. Go to 'Taking care of your machine'.

Why isn't the battery charger light lit when the battery is charging?

• Check the battery charger is plugged in.
• Check the battery is inserted correctly into the charger.
• Check terminals on battery and handheld cleaner are clean. Go to 'Lets talk technical'.
• The battery may not be connecting with the charger. Remove battery and unplug charger, wait 10 seconds then retry.
• The battery is fully charged and the charger light has turned off.

Why does my battery have a short run time?

- The battery has not been fully charged. Go to 'Getting started'.

Why is the battery charger light continually flashing?

• Check the battery is inserted correctly into the charger.
• The battery or charger has an error. Remove the battery and unplug charger, wait 10 seconds then plug charger into the mains and re-insert the battery.
• Check terminals on battery and handheld cleaner are clean. Go to 'Lets talk technical'.

Taking care of you

We're here if you need us. For trouble shooting, simply call or visit:

Australia: 1300 361 505*

vax.com.au

New Zealand: 0800 800 900*

vax.co.nz

*Monday-Friday 8.30am to 5.00pm

vax®

Performance is everything."

Distributed by Techtronic Industries Australia Pty. Ltd.

31 Gilby Road, Mt Waverley, VIC 3149 Australia.

Careline AU: 1300 361 505 www.vax.com.au

Careline NZ: 0800 800 900 www.vax.co.nz