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Dust & Vac Cordless Let’s get started

HF86-DV-B

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Let’s talk safety

Basic safety precautions

This Dust & Vac is intended for household use only and NOT for commercial or industrial use.• This Dust & Vac does not stay upright without constant support. • Only use the Dust & Vac indoors and keep the area you’re

cleaning well lit.• Keep fingers, hair and loose clothing from moving parts and

openings whilst using the Dust & Vac.

Don’ts

• Don’t charge the Dust & Vac outdoors. • Don’t use this Dust & Vac if it has been dropped, damaged,

immersed in water or left outdoors. • Don’t run over the charger cord or use Dust & Vac if the

charger 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 Dust & Vac with wet hands.• Don’t throw the Dust & Vac into fire or expose to high

temperatures, as the Dust & Vac contains a rechargeable nickel cadmium battery which may cause damage or burst.

Do’s

• Always make sure the filter and dirt container are fitted correctly before using your Dust & Vac.

• Always turn off the Dust and Vac and disconnect the charger before carrying out any maintenance.

• Turn off all controls on the Dust & Vac before disconnecting or connecting the charger.

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This Dust & Vac is intended for household use only and NOT for commercial or industrial use.• This Dust & Vac does not stay upright without constant support. • Only use the Dust & Vac indoors and keep the area you’re

cleaning well lit.• Keep fingers, hair and loose clothing from moving parts and

openings whilst using the Dust & Vac.

• This appliance 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 appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved.

• Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.

• Only Vax recommended charger, tools and accessories should be used with this Dust & Vac.

• Don’t charge the Dust & Vac outdoors. • Don’t use this Dust & Vac if it has been dropped, damaged,

immersed in water or left outdoors. • Don’t run over the charger cord or use Dust & Vac if the

charger 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 Dust & Vac with wet hands.• Don’t throw the Dust & Vac into fire or expose to high

temperatures, as the Dust & Vac contains a rechargeable nickel cadmium battery which may cause damage or burst.

• Don’t pull or carry this Dust & Vac by the charger cord.• Don’t use the charger cord as a handle, pull the charger cord around corners

or sharp edges or close a door over the charger cord.• Don’t unplug Dust & Vac by pulling on the charger cord.• Don’t attempt to remove blockages with sharp objects as this may cause

damage to your Dust & Vac.• Don’t use the Dust & Vac 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 vacuum 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). 

• Take extra care when cleaning on the stairs.• Always protect the charger cable from heated surfaces or near open flames.• Always carry the Dust & Vac by the handle.• Store your Dust & Vac in a cool, dry area.

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

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Thank you for buying this Dust & Vac.

Taking care of your hard floorsThe Dust & Vac is designed to make cleaning sealed hard floors regularly, as effective and efficient as possible and this user guide will help you get the most out of your machine. Maintaining your hard floors will ensure they keep their appearance for longer. You’ve chosen the hard floors for your home for a reason and Vax will help you take good care of them.

Taking care of your Dust & VacAlso inside this guide are instructions on maintaining your new machine, so that it’s always ready when you are to tackle your hard floors.

Let us know what you think @VaxUK

Taking care of youWe’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 308Monday-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, Droitwitch, WR9 OLW, UKThis User Guide can be found online at: vax.co.uk/support

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Contents

Let’s talk safety

Getting to know your machine

Getting started

Using your machine

Taking care of your machine

Let’s talk technical

What to do if it goes wrong

Getting in touch

Dust & Vac

Included with your machine

Microfibre grab pad

Charger

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Getting startedGetting to know your machine

Charger connector

Charger light

Storage hook

Power button

Upper handle

Dirt container release button

Filter

Dirt container

Frame for cleaning padVacuum nozzle

Technical SpecificationName Dust & Vac CordlessCode HF86-DV-BPart number 1-1-133420-00Battery voltage 10.8V

Runtime Up to 8minsCharging time 12hrsCharger input voltage 100-240VWeight 1.7kg

Subject to technical change without notice.

Accessories & ConsumablesFilter (Type 84) 1-1-133596Quick Clean Microfibre Pads (Type 1) 1-1-133266-00

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

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Assembling your hard floor cleaner

Slide the frame of your machine into the cleaning pad pocket one side at a time.

Remove the machine from charge.

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

Plug your charger into the back of your machine.

IMPORTANT: The machine must be charged for 24hrs before use. Only use charger supplied by Vax to recharge machine.

Plug your charger into a wal socket .

The charging light will Illuminate when charger is connected and charging.

Once fully charged the illuminating light will go out.

Support Dust & Vac whilst charging or use storage hook to hang Dust & Vac where it can easily be charged.

Charging your hard floor cleaner

Push the handle into the main body until it locks into place.

Getting started

NOTE: This machine is not free standing .

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Maintaining your microfibre grab pad

Machine washable at warm temperature (40°C max). Always use a mild detergent and lay flat to dry completely before re-using.

40°C MAX

Using your machine

DO NOT USE BLEACH or FABRIC SOFTENER. Wash the microfibre cloth after every use.

IMPORTANT

Taking care of your machine

Emptying the Dirt Container

Depress the power button to turn machine on and off.

Use the microfibre pad to pick up fine debris like dirt, dust and pet hair. Use vacuum to suck up any left over debris.

To refit the dirt container tilt so that the bottom aligns first, then gently push until it locks into place.

Grasp the center tab on the filter and pull out of the dirt container.

To empty the Dust & Vac depress the release button to remove the dirt container.

Empty contents from the container, shake and lightly tap filter against bin to remove remaining dirt.

Always support Dust & Vac during use.

IMPORTANT

Gently push the filter into the dirt container.

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Depress the release button to remove the dirt container.

Hold filter under warm running water (max 40° C) to rinse. DO NOT use soap/detergent. Tap excess water out of filter.

Gently push the dry filter back into the dirt container.

Allow filter to COMPLETELY DRY for at least 24 hours before refitting into the dirt container.

To refit the dirt container tilt so that the bottom aligns first, then gently push until it locks into place.

Grasp the center tab on the filter and pull out of the dirt container.

Shake and lightly tap the filter against the bin to remove dirt.

Maintaining your filter

24hr

Using your machine

Always disconnect the charger from Dust & Vac before carrying out any maintenance. Ensure filter is fully dry (at least 24 hours drying time) before refitting into the dirt container and is replaced every 6 months.

CAUTION

Taking care of your machine

NOTE: For best results tap out filter after every use and wash periodically.

Remove the machine from charge.

Clearing a blockage

Depress the release button to remove the dirt container.

Check dirt air path is clear of dust and debris above the dirt container and below the base of Dust & Vac.

Storage

Use storage hook to hang Dust & Vac where it can easily be charged.

IMPORTANT: Store in a cool dry place.

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What to do if it goes wrong

Problem

CAUTION: To reduce the risk of personal injury, unplug the Dust & Vac from charger before performing maintenance/troubleshooting checks.

Is there an accessory missing?

• Check the ‘This pack contains’ panel on the box to make sure the part is included with your machine.

Why won’t my Dust & Vac turn on?

• Ensure the handle is fitted correctly and pushed fully on to the main body. • Battery may not be fully charged. If using the Dust & Vac for the first time

the initial charge should be 24 hours. The charging light will illuminate when charger is connected and charging, once fully charged the illuminating light will go out.

Why won’t my Dust & Vac pick up?

• Empty dirt container, remove and wash filter allowing 24 hours to dry before refitting.

• Dirt container may not be fitted correctly. To refit the dirt container tilt so that the bottom aligns first, and then gently push until it locks into place.

• Poor suction can be caused due to battery power becoming low and may need to have a full re-charge.

• Clear any blockages from the machine.

Dust escaping from the Dust & Vac

• Dirt container may be full and may need to be emptied.• Filter may need to be washed please allow 24 hours to dry before refitting. • Clear any blockages from the machine.

Solution

Getting in touch

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* Calls are charged at the UK local rate. Please make a note of the serial number and model number of the product before calling.† Registration required. Terms and conditions apply, see vax.co.uk for details.

What to do if it goes wrong Getting in touch

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EEC Statement of Compliance: Manufacturer/EEC importer: Vax Limited, hereby on our own responsibility, declare that the HF86-DV-B is manufactured in compliance with the following Directives:Safety: 2006/95/EC Low Voltage Directive. EMC: 2004/108/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.

@VaxUKVax Ltd., 5th Floor 2 Colmore Square, 38 Colmore Circus, Queensway, Birmingham, B4 6BN, UK email: info@vax.co.uk website: vax.co.uk

© 2014 All rights reserved. VAX®, VAX Lozenge are trade marks or registered trade marks of Techtronic Floor Care Technology Ltd.

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