Vax C85-WW-Be Installation instructions

C85-WW

BAGLESS CYCLONIC

CYLINDER VACUUM

C85-WW-Be

C85-WW-Pe

LET’S GET STARTED.

Let’s talk safety

This vacuum cleaner is intended for household use only

and NOT for commercial or industrial use.

• Only use the vacuum cleaner indoors on dry surfaces and

keep the area you’re cleaning well lit.

• Keep ngers, hair and loose clothing away from moving parts

and openings whilst using the vacuum cleaner.

• Only Vax recommended tools and accessories should be used

with this vacuum cleaner.

• Don’t use the vacuum cleaner if it has been dropped, damaged

or left outdoors.

• Don’t run over the power cord or use vacuum cleaner if the

power cord or plug is damaged. Please contact our Customer

Care Line on: 0330 026 8455 (Mon-Fri 8:30am to 6:30pm,

Sat 9:00am to 5:00pm).

• Don’t handle the plug or use the vacuum cleaner with wet hands.

• Don’t pull or carry the vacuum cleaner by the power cord.

• 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 vacuum cleaner by pulling on the power cord.

• Turn o all controls on the vacuum cleaner before

disconnecting or connecting the power cord.

• Always make sure the lters are in place before use.

• Always switch o the vacuum cleaner before disconnecting

or connecting the hose and accessories.

• Keep all openings clear and free from debris as this may

aect the airow/suction.

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

fuse. Always protect the power cable from heated surfaces

and open ames.

Basic

safety

precautions

Don’ts

Do’s

• This vacuum cleaner can be used by children aged from 8 years and above

and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of

experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction

concerning use of the vacuum cleaner in a safe way and understand the

hazards involved. Children shall not play with the vacuum cleaner. Cleaning

and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.

• Don’t vacuum up any ammable or combustible materials (lighter uid, petrol,

kerosene etc.) or use the vacuum cleaner in an area with explosive vapours

or liquid.

• Don’t vacuum up hot coals, cigarette butts, matches or smoking hot burning

items or use in an area where there may be harmful uids (chlorine, bleach,

and ammonia drain cleaner).

• Don’t attempt to remove blockages with sharp objects as this may cause

damage to the vacuum cleaner.

• Don’t vacuum up hard or sharp objects such as glass, nails, screws

or coins etc.

• 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 ratings label.

• Take extra care when positioning and using the vacuum cleaner

on the stairs.

• 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.

• Store the vacuum cleaner in a cool, dry area. If lters have been cleaned

as per user guide instructions ensure they are thoroughly dry before

storing away.

Please keep instructions for further use.

Thank you for buying this C85-WW product.

Taking care of your carpets and hard oors

The C85-WW product is designed to make vacuuming carpets and hard oors regularly,

as eective and ecient as possible and this user guide will help you get the most out of

your machine.

Maintaining your carpets and hard oors will ensure they keep their appearance for longer.

You’ve chosen the carpets and hard oors for your home for a reason and Vax will help you take

good care of them.

Taking care of your C85-WW product

Also inside this guide are instructions on maintaining your new machine, so that it’s always ready

when you are to tackle your carpets and hard oors.

Let us know what you think @VaxUK

Taking care of you

We’re here if you need us. Instead of taking me back

to the shop, simply visit:

vax.co.uk/support or call:

(UK) 0330 026 8455 (ROI) 1-800 928 308

Monday-Friday 8:30am to 6:30pm, Saturday 9:00am to 5:00pm

Calls are charged at the UK local rate. Please make a note of the serial number and model number

of the product before calling.

Alternatively, you can write to us at:

Vax Ltd. Plot 302, Stonebridge Cross Business Park, Hampton Lovett, Droitwich, WR9 OLW, UK

This User Guide can be found online at: vax.co.uk/support

Contents

Let’s talk safety

Getting to know your machine

Getting started

Using your machine

Taking care of your machine

Let’s talk technical

Accessories

What to do if it goes wrong

Getting in touch

C85-WW-Be

(Included with all models)

Included with

your machine

Initial Setup for normal operation

1. Use the base accessories.

a. Shortest hose.

b. Extension tube set to shortest practicable length.

2. Clean lters installed.

3. Dust receptacle empty.

4. All Bleeds must be closed.

5. Floorheads/tools set to Carpet Mode for carpet cleaning.

6. Mechanical Agitation turned ON for carpet cleaning.

7. Floorheads/tools set to Hard Floor Mode for hard oor cleaning.

8. Mechanical Agitation turned OFF for hard oor cleaning.

Tool Connector

TurboTool

C85-WW-Pe

All the above, plus

Combination oorhead

Hose

Telescopic

extension tube

Pre-motor lter

Post-motor lter

3-in-1 Tool

Getting to know your machine

Name C85-WW

Voltage See rating label on machine for details

Wattage See rating label on machine for details

Cord Length 5m/6m

Weight 4.3kg

Technical Specication

Subject to technical change without notice.

Filter Kit (Type 95)

1-1-134231-00

Upholstery Tool (type 3)

1-1-132116-00

TurboTool (Type 6)

1-1-134419-00

Crevice Tool (Type 9)

1-3-128633-00

Dusting Brush (Type 5)

1-9-127512-00

Hard Floor Tool (Type 3)*

1-1-135705-00

Accessories & Consumables

*To purchase consumables and accessories, please visit vax.co.uk

On/O button

Dirt container lid

Dirt container

Separator

and shroud

Carry handle

Hose entry point

Dirt container

release button

Parking slot

Dirt container release

button (hidden)

Post-motor

lter cover

Post-motor lter (hidden)

Cord rewind button

*To purchase consumables and accessories, please visit vax.co.uk

Getting started

Assembling your vacuum cleaner

Using your accessories

Before you begin cleaning

PLEASE READ ‘LET’S TALK SAFETY’ AT THE BEGINNING BEFORE USE

CAUTION: Always switch o the vacuum cleaner before connecting or disconnecting the hose/attachments, or

removing and emptying the dirt container.

IMPORTANT: The vacuum cleaner is equipped with a thermal cut-out. If for any reason the vacuum cleaner does

overheat the thermostat will automatically turn the vacuum cleaner o. If this happens, switch the vacuum cleaner o

and unplug. Remove and empty the dirt container also check the vacuum cleaner for blockages. Allow the vacuum

cleaner to cool for approximately 1 hour (if you have cleaned the lters please wait 24 hours for the lters to fully dry

before putting back into the machine).

Clean the pre-motor lter every time the dirt container is emptied and replace the post-motor lter every 12 months.

If the vacuum cleaner is blocked, switch o and unplug before removing the blockage.

Press both buttons at the

end of hose and insert into

hose entry point.

Insert the other end of

the telescopic tube into

the oorhead.

Insert hose grip into

telescopic extension tube.

Press button on telescopic

extension tube and adjust

to required length.

Push the accessory onto

the telescopic extension

tube or hose end.

The TurboTool connector

must be tted on the hose

when using the TurboTool

(some models only).

Choose an accessory.

IMPORTANT: The base of the vacuum cleaner should always be positioned at on the oor when starting and in use.

The dirt container should be locked into place before lifting the vacuum cleaner by the carry handle.

IMPORTANT: The power cord must always be completely unwound, do not pull further than the yellow marker.

Using your machine

Operating the appliance and accessories

Unwind the power cord.

Do not pull further than

the yellow marker.

Plug into mains and press

the On/O button to switch

the machine on.

For use on carpets, click

rocker switch forward.

For use on hard oors

click rocker switch back.

Slide vent cover on hose grip open

to reduce suction if required.

Lower brushes for hard oors.Raise brushes for carpets.

TIP

Brushes on the

oorhead should

be visible when using

on hard oors.

Turn the dirt container

lid anti-clockwise

to remove.

Wash pre-motor lter

under running water.

Lift to remove the

pre-motor lter out

of dirt container.

Tap the lter against a bin

to remove excess debris.

Leave to dry for 24 hours or

until fully dry before placing

back in the machine.

Using your machine

Taking care of your machine

MAX

40˚C

TAP

24hr

Emptying and cleaning the dirt container

Cleaning the pre-motor lter

Hold dirt container over the bin.

Press release clip at the bottom

of the container, the dirt release

door will open allowing dirt/debris

to fall out.

Press dirt container

release button. Lift to

remove dirt container

from machine.

IMPORTANT: Unplug and switch o vacuum cleaner before performing maintenance or troubleshooting checks.

NOTE: For best cleaning results, tap the pre-motor lter over a bin every 4-6 uses to remove dirt and debris and

wash every 3 to 6 months (depending on the level of use). Filters available at www.vax.co.uk

TIP

Don’t over ll the

dirt container to

avoid blocking the air

ow through the

vacuum cleaner.

Cleaning the separator

Taking care of your machine

Turn the dirt container

lid anti-clockwise.

to remove.

Tap the separator

against a bin to

remove any dirt

or debris.

Using central grips lift

to remove separator

from dirt container.

Replace the separator cap,

twist clockwise to lock.

Lift to remove the

pre-motor lter out

of dirt container.

Replace separator into dirt container, make sure the

rectangular hole in the dirt container lines up with the

rectangular hole on the separator.

Twist grips clockwise

and remove cap

from separator.

IMPORTANT: Incorrect tting of the separator will reduce suction.

Retting the separator

TIP

For any stubborn dirt/

debris remaining in the

separator, use of a soft

brush to remove.

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