Vax V-122 User Guide
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1. Vax V 122 User Guide qxd 29 6 07 13 49 eye 1 Vax careline Vax 0870 6061248 Hard floor cleaner Floormate freedom HARD FLOOR CLEANER Vax model number V 122 instruction manual Please read carefully before using this cleaner www vax co uk Always fully extend the mains cable before use Retain for future reference a Vax V 122 User Guide qxd 29 6 07 13 49 eye 2 www vax co uk 1 Diagram D Welz 1D 2 parts overview A YI i 6 5 10 E N S44 LZ HARD FLOOR CLEANING Pia gt SOLUTION oN TC _ L Fig J C1 Hand grip 9 Clean water tank release Battery compartment 2 Mode selector switch 1 0 Clean water tank Battery charger socket 3 Mode indicator 11 Dirty water tank lid and filter Soft tread wheels 4 Solution trigger 12 Dirty water tank release Battery charger 5 Handle 13 Dirty water tank Storage tray 6 J Handle release button 1 4 Nozzle release buttons Hard floor cleaning solution 7 Battery indicator light 15 Nozzle 8 Clean water tank cap 16 Squeegee Vax V 122 User Guide qxd 29 6 07 13 49 eye 3 1e 0870 606 1248 2 Safety Inform ation 19 Using imprope voltage nay result in damage to the otor and possible injury to the user The correct FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY voltage is listed on the rating label 20 To prevent dirty water from running into motor do When using the vac2. 2004 1 08 EC Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive 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 Ltd Kingswood Road Hampton Lovett Droitwich Worcestershire WRI OQH UK email info vax co uk website www vax co uk
3. are Solution Reset circuit breaker or replace fuse positioned in the dirty water tank lid PROBLEM Cleaner won t pick up loss of suction PROBLEM Cleaner solution won t dispense Cause Automatic shut off activated Cause Clean water tank not firmly in place Solution Turn cleaner off and then on again or empty Solution Ensure tank is securely locked in position the dirty water tank See page 6 Cause Clean water tank empty Cause Filter or filter lid missing or not positioned Solution Refill clean water tank correctly Solution Ensure dirty water tank filter and filter lid are PROBLEM Brushes won t rotate ositioned in the dirty water tank lid p y Cause ode selector switch set to PICKUP Cause Dirty water tank m clean water tank not Solution Move mode selector switch to SCRUB position ositioned correctly a a p y f Cause Circuit breaker inside cleaner is tripped Solution Ensure both tanks are locked in place f Solution To reset the breaker slide the mode selector Cause Filter is dirty o the OFF position Wait one minute Turn the Solution Clean filter node selector switch to SCRUB and continue Cause ozzle not properly positioned cleaning If the brushes continue to stall and i he breaker trips again clean the brushes to Solution Ensure nozzle is replaced properly and locked emove debris PROBLEM Water puddling behind cleaner PROBLEM Charging light not l
4. switch to SCRUB and repeat previous steps NOTE To extend battery charge it is recommended that a small area be cleaned completely in SCRUB mode then switch to PICKUP mode Continue cleaning in small areas scrubbing first followed by pickup When switching between SCRUB and PICKUP it is not necessary to turn the cleaner off Simply move the mode selector switch back and forth between the two settings How to Empty Turn cleaner off To remove tank press down on release button and pivot ank forward Fig 4 3 Va Fig 4 3 J Press down on tank lid latch and remove the tank lid Empty tank Fig 4 4 Vax V 122 User Guide qxd 29 6 07 13 49 epee 7 Dry or loose debris will also collect on the filter screen in the tank lid Fig 4 5 fe N Fig 4 5 J Remove debris from screen The filter screen may also be cleaned by rinsing it under running water The tank lid contains a washable reusable filter Clean this filter when suction is low or reduced To replace lid align tab on lid with hole on front of tank Snap latch over tabs on back of tank Fig 4 6 C N X J To replace tank insert bottom of tank into cleaner and pivot top portion until it is locked in place Careline 0870 606 1248 5 Maintenance Battery Charging The battery indicator has three colours e The indicator will be SOLID ORANGE when the unit is plugged into the charger an
5. d there is no charge left on he battery e The indicator light will be SOLID GREEN when the battery is at full charge and the cleaner is plugged into he charger During cleaner use when the battery is low and there is approximately two minutes of run time left he indicator light will flash e The indicator light will BLINK RED if the battery is low and the cleaner is not plugged into the charger The cleaner can be on a constant charge so it is always ready for use However if the cleaner will not be used for several weeks at a time unplugging it is recommended Refer to Section 3 for battery charging instructions Cleaning the Filter Turn cleaner off Remove dirty water tank and lid as Fig 4 3 4 4 Remove filter lid then remove filter Fig 5 1 S Fig5 1 J Remove loose debris from filter by either brushing or apping the filter The filter may also be rinsed max water emperature 40 C for additional clearing Allow filter to air dry between uses Replace filter lid Press down firmly to secure the seal Cleaning the Nozzle urn cleaner OFF The cleaners nozzle can be removed for easy cleaning Slide the two nozzle release latches outward Fig 5 2 usage maintenance Vax V 122 User Guide qxd 29 6 07 13 49 eye 8 Wwww vax co uk Fig 5 3 J Rinse nozzle under running water Remove debris f
6. he dirty water tank to prevent the tank from overflowing When the dirty water tank is full the automatic shut off activates and the cleaner will not pick up dirty solution and the sound of the motor will change preparation 5 Vax V 122 User Guide qxd www vax co uk 4 Usage Mode Selector Switch The switch has three positions Fig 4 1 SCRUB The rotating brushbar is ON Suction will be OFF OFF The cleaner is turned OFF PICK UP The rotating brushbar is OFF The cleaner s suction will pick up the dirty solution a N SCRUB CIKI C lt Fig 4 1 Before washing thoroughly vacuum the floor Lower the handle to the operating position by pressing gently onto the front nozzle Set mode selector switch to SCRUB This will turn the brushbar ON To release solution press the trigger Fig 4 2 gt NS Fig 4 2 T J Slowly move the cleaner forwards and backwards over the area to be cleaned Squeeze the trigger to release the solution as needed NOTE Overlapping strokes will help to prevent streaking After area is cleaned move the mode selector to PICKUP This is turn the brushbar OFF and the unit will extract the excess water and solution from the floor 29 6 07 13 49 gr 6 IMPORTANT Do not overwet flooring Always ensure excess water and solution is extracted immediately after washing To continue cleaning another area move mode selector
7. it when plugged in Cause Excess cleaning solution foaming in tanks Cause Charger not plugged in firmly Solution Use only Vax Floor Cleaner Solution Plug charger in firmly Cause Clean water tank not correctly installed Solution Ensure tank is installed correctly Cause Dirty water tank is full Solution Empty tank 10 troubleshooting Vax V 122 User Guide qxd 29 6 07 13 49 gs 11 Vax Careline 0870 606 1248 7 UK Service amp Help 8 Technical Specification Vax Care 0870 6061248 Voltage 230V 50Hz Eri Capacity 0 5 litres endef ey 2004 u uaa Filters Filter screen washable An answerphone is available outside of these hours Any Main filter washable queries or concerns about using the Vax call the Vax Weight 4kg Careline Calls are charged at the UK national rate Please make a note of the serial number and model Subject to technical change without notice number of the carpet cleaner before calling There are over 400 approved Vax Service Agents in the UK For the nearest Service Agent please call the Vax Careline www vax co uk uk service amp help technical specification 11 Vax V 122 User Guide qxd 29 6 07 13 49 Page 12 EEC STATEMENT OF COMPLIANCE Manufacturer EEC importer Vax Limited hereby on our own responsibility declare that the V 122 Floormate Freedom is manufactured in compliance with the following Directives Safety 2006 95 EC Low Voltage Directive EMC
8. n the back of the cleaner Fig 3 1 Fig 3 1 J Press firmly on cleaner to ensure that end of cord is fully connected Your cleaner will begin charging It is designed to be stored on charge and ready for use at all times NOTE Charge battery for 16 hours before initial use NOTE It is normal for the charger to feel warm when the battery is charging Never charge battery in temperatures above 37 C or below 0 C NOTE Charging light illuminates red when cleaner is charging When battery is at full charge the charging light will illuminate green NOTE The cleaner can be on a constant charge so it is always ready for use Make sure it is in OFF position before charging However if the cleaner will not be used for several weeks at a time unplugging it is recommended Unfold Handle Press the handle release button and raise handle to the upright position until it locks in place Fig 3 2 7 S Fig 3 2 4 preparation For storage press the handle release button and fold handle to storage position Fig 3 3 a N O Fig 3 3 J Before you Begin Cleaning Vacuum floor thoroughly IMPORTANT Do NOT use the Vax Floormate as a dry vacuum cleaner Your Vax Floormate can be used to wet clean non carpeted floor surfaces such as vinyl tiles and wood NOTE It is not intended for use on carpet or rugs CAUTION To prevent damage to wood floors follow the flooring ma
9. nufacturer s cleaning recommendations If using the cleaner on wood floors inspect floor surface for worn finish bare wood or separated joints Do not use the Vax Floormate to wet wood floors if any of these conditions exist Filling the Clean Water Tank Place cleaner handle in upright locked position To remove tank press down on the clean water tank elease button and pivot tank forward Fig 3 4 ra T N Fig 3 4 J Rotate tank cap counter clockwise and lift up to remove cap Fig 3 5 Vax V 122 User Guide qxd 29 6 07 13 49 epee 5 1e 0870 606 1248 A Fig 3 8 Turn cap upside down to serve as a measuring cup 30m of solution should be used for 1 li tre of water Therefore half a cap of solution should be used to a full tank Fig 3 6 C N 30ml Fig 3 6 a Vax floor cleaner has been specifically formulated to resist excessive foaming and other undesirable effects when used with the Floormate IMPORTANT Do NOT use cleaning solutions that contain pine or solvent based ingredients Pour cleaning solution into tank warm water Max 40 C Fig 3 7 Fill tank to fill line with Va Fig 3 7 prevent leaking Fig 3 8 N Replace cap Rotate cap clockwise until it locks in place Cap must be locked in place for proper performance and to Automatic Shut Off An automatic suction shut off is built into t
10. rom squeegee at the front of the nozzle and wipe with a damp cloth To replace nozzle make sure latches are out Cleaner should be in the upright position for easier assembly of the nozzle Fig 5 4 Align middle section of nozzle with opening on cleaner While holding nozzle in place slide latches inward to lock in place Fig 5 5 8 maintenance Cleaning the Brushes urn cleaner off Remove tanks to prevent possible leaks Set tanks aside Turn cleaner over so that the bottom is facing up Carefully emove debris from the rotating brushbar Fig 5 6 Fig 5 6 WARNING Rotating brushbar can start suddenly Extra care must be taken when cleaning the rotating brushbar CAUTION Any other servicing should be performed by a Vax Authorised Service Representative The appliance has no user serviceable parts Storage Turn cleaner OFF If battery needs charging refer to the Battery Charging section on page 4 Empty and rinse clean and dirty water tanks Allow to air dry Allow filter in dirty water tank lid to dry Make sure that nothing is pressing on the nozzle squeegee Do not store cleaner on a wood surface unless cleaner is completely dry Vax V 122 User Guide qxd 29 6 07 13 49 eye 9 areline 0870 606 1248 Storage tray A convenient tray provides storage of your cleaner and helps to protect
11. the brushes and squeegee when not in use Place the cleaner in the tray with the wheels in the ecessed areas to the back and the nozzle to the front Fig 5 7 N Fig 5 7 J Battery Failure Please contact the Vax Helpline on 0870 606 1248 for information regarding battery removal disposal and replacement NOTE Do not attempt to remove the battery pack from the cleaner maintenance 9 Vax V 122 User Guide qxd 29 6 07 13 49 epee 10 www vax co uk 6 Trou bleshoot ng PROBLEM Cleaner does not pick up dirty solution Cause Cleaner not set to PICKUP WARNING To reduce the risk of personal injury Solution Set mode selector switch to PICKUP unplug the vacuum cleaner before performing maintenance or troubleshooting checks Cause Dirty water tank not properly installed PROBLEM Cleaner won t run Solution os the dirty water tank is correctly Cause Battery not charged Solution Recharge battery ensuring that the cleaner is Cause Dirty water tank full Automatic shut off securely connected to the cord engaged Cause No electricity in the electrical outlet Solution REMOVE and P yhe dirty Water ta Solution Check fuse or breaker Cause Filter or filter lid missing or not positioned correctly Cause Blown fuse tripped breaker Solution Ensure dirty water tank filter and filter lid
12. uum cleaner basic safety precautions not hold the appliance upside down or lay on its side should always be observed including the following Use appliance in normal cleaning position 1 Do not leave the hard floor cleaner unattended for 21 Do not carry appliance while motor is running ong periods of time when charging 22 Only use the charger supplied with the unit 2 Do not use outdoors 23 Ensure the battery is removed before the appliance is 3 ot to be used as a toy Children should be supervised to disposed ensure that they do not play with the appliance 24 Dispose of the battery safely and in accordance with 4 This appliance is not intended for use by persons ocal authority guidelines including children with reduced physical sensory or 35 The appliance must be disconnected from the mains nental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning the use of the appliance by a z pp y NOTE The unit must be unplugged from the mains person responsible for their safety f a socket outlet after use and before cleaning or 5 Use only as described in this manual maintaining the unit Do not use with a damaged cord or charger If the IMPORTANT This unit is not intended for supply cord and or charger is damaged they must be commercial use eplaced by the manufacturer a Vax Service Agent o similarly qualified persons in order to avoid hazard supply
13. when removing the battery PLEASE KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS 7 Do not pull or carry the charger by the cord use the FOR FURTHER USE cord as a handle allow the cord to come into contac with hot or sharp surfaces or close a door on the cord 8 Do not unplug by pulling on the cord 9 Do not handle the plug or hard floor cleaner with we hands 0 Do not put any objects into openings or operate with openings blocked keep them free of anything tha nay reduce airflow 1 Keep hair loose clothing fingers and all parts of the body away from openings and moving parts 2 Do not use the hard floor cleaner on any glowing burning or smoking particles 3 Do not use without the clean and dirty water tanks in place 4 Do not use the hard floor cleaner without the filter in place 5 Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible iquids such as petrol or use in areas where they may be present 6 Keep the unit on the floor 7 Do not attempt to remove blockages with sharp objects as they may cause damage 8 Store indoors put away after use to prevent tripping accidents safety information 3 Vax V 122 User Guide qxd 29 6 07 13 49 gr 4 www vax co uk 3 Getting Ready to Wash Charging the Cleaner With switch in OFF position plug charger into electrica outlet Firmly press charger end into battery charger socket located o
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