Vax Dynamo Strike C85-D2-Be User manual

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C85-D2-Be/C85-D2-Te

Dynamo Strike

Let’s get started

Let’s talk safety

Basic

safety

precautions

Don’ts

Do’s

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 from moving parts and

openings whilst using the vacuum cleaner.

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

years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory

• Don’t use this 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 this 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 both the pre-motor/post-motor 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.

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.

• Only Vax recommended tools and accessories should be used with this

vacuum cleaner.

• 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 your 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 your 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 Dynamo Strike.

Taking care of your carpets and hard ﬂoors

The Dynamo Strike is designed to make vacuuming carpets and hard oors regularly, as eective

and eﬃcient 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 carpets and hard oors for your home for a reason and Vax will help you take

good care of them.

Taking care of your Dynamo Strike

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

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 0LW, 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

Included with

your machine

+Dynamo Strike

Total Home

Accessory hose

Combination oorhead

Tool connector

TurboTool

Telescopic extension tube

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.

3-in-1 tool

Hardoor tool

Stretch hose

Up-top tool

Dynamo Strike

(Included with all models)

Getting to know your machine

Name Dynamo Strike

Voltage 220-240V~50Hz

Wattage 800w

Cord length 6m

Weight 4.7kg

Technical Speciﬁcation

Subject to technical change without notice.

Pre-motor lter (Type 130)*

1-1-135875-00

Post-motor lter (Type 131)

1-1-135876-00

TurboTool (Type 6)

1-1-134419-00

Tool connector (Type 1)

1-1-133838-00

Hardoor tool (Type 3)

1-1-135705-00

Combination oorhead tool (Type 6)

1-1-134330-00

Accessories & Consumables

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

Getting started

Carry handle

Separator

Dirt container release button

Power On/O button

Hose entry point

Dirt bin lid release clip

Cord rewind button

Post-motor lter

cover release clip

Post-motor lter cover

Dirt container

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

Getting started

Before you begin cleaning

• Always switch o and unplug the vacuum cleaner before connecting or disconnecting the hose/attachments,

or removing and emptying the dirt container.

• 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

from electrical socket. 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 vacuum 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.

Assembling your vacuum cleaner

Press both buttons at he end

of the hose and push hose

into the hose entry point.

Insert the hose grip into the

telescopic extension tube.

Fully unwind the power

cord. A yellow mark on

the cord indicates the

recommended cord length.

Do not exceed the cord

beyond the yellow mark.

Plug in and switch the

unit on by pressing the

power button.

When unwinding the power

cord always pull out to

the yellow marker but

no further.

CAUTION

Press the button on the

telescopic extension

tube and adjust to

required length.

Insert the other end of

the telescopic extension

tube into the oorhead.

Using your machine

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.

Raise brushes for carpets. Lower brushes

for hard oors.

How to use

Using your machine

CAUTION: 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.

For the most eﬃcient results on hard

oors replace the combination oorhead

with the specialist hard oor tool.

Press the cord rewind

button to retract the cord

into the vacuum cleaner.

Place the oorhead into the parking

slot on the back of the vacuum

cleaner for storage and carrying.

Using your machine

Choose an accessory. Choose an accessory

and push onto the

telescopic extension

tube or hose.

The TurboTool connector must

be tted on the hose when

using the TurboTool (some

models only).

Using accessories

Storage

CAUTION: Make sure to hold the cord with your other hand to prevent injury when rewinding.

Taking care of your machine

Cleaning the pre-motor ﬁlter

Remove dirt container

by pushing down the dirt

container release button and

lifting the dirt container.

Lift the dirt bin lid release clip,

in a hinge like manner lift dirt

bin lid.

Tap the pre-motor lter against

a bin to remove any dirt/debris.

TAP

MAX

40˚C

MAX

40˚C

24hr

Lift the pre-motor lter and

remove from the dirt container.

Hold dirt container over a bin.

Press the dirt release clip at

the bottom of the container,

the dirt release door will open

allowing dirt/debris to fall out.

Emptying and cleaning the dirt container

Taking care of your machine

IMPORTANT: Always switch o and unplug the vacuum cleaner from the electrical socket before assembling,

opening or emptying the dirt container, or before connecting/disconnecting the attachments.

Pre-motor lter needs to be cleaned every time you empty the dirt container. Do not use your vacuum cleaner

without all of the lters in place.

The motor is equipped with a thermal cut-out. If for any reason the unit should overheat, the thermostat will

automatically turn the unit o.

Rinse the pre-motor lter under

water (Max 40°C).

Leave to dry for 24 hours or until fully

dry before placing back in the machine.

Don’t over ll the dirt

container to avoid blocking

the air ow through the

vacuum cleaner.

TIP

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