Vax V-042, V-041 instruction manual Troubleshooting

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Troubleshooting

9. Troubleshooting

WARNING: TO REDUCE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY, UNPLUG VACUUM CLEANER BEFORE SERVICING

PROBLEM: Cleaner won’t run

Cause: Not properly plugged into wall outlet.

Solution: Plug in firmly.

Cause: No electricity in wall outlet.

Solution: Check fuse or breaker.

Cause: On/off switch not turned on.

Solution: Push on/off switch to on.

Cause: Motor thermostat has tripped.

Solution: Switch off and unplug cleaner. Leave for 1 hour before switching the cleaner back on.

Cause: Blown fuse/tripped breaker.

Solution: Reset circuit breaker or replace fuse.

PROBLEM: Cleaner won't pick up

Cause: Full or clogged dirt container.

Solution: Clean dirt container.

Cause: Wrong pile height setting.

Solution: Adjust carpet height adjuster.

Cause: Clogged nozzle.

Solution: Remove obstruction.

Cause: Clogged dirt inlet.

Solution: Remove power head cover and remove obstruction.

Cause: Clogged hose.

Solution: Remove obstruction.

Cause: Broken belt.

Solution: Replace belt.

Cause: Hose not inserted fully.

Solution: Push hose in securely.

Cause: Dirty filters or debris screen.

Solution: Clean/change filters or debris screen.

PROBLEM: Accessories won't pick up

Cause: Accessories not attached correctly.

Solution: Refer to page 6 and 7 for fitting information.

PROBLEM: Cleaner picks up moveable rugs or pushes too hard

Cause: Wrong carpet height setting.

Solution: Adjust carpet height adjuster.

PROBLEM: Brushbar does not turn

Cause: Broken belt.

Solution: Replace belt.

Cause: Belt installed incorrectly.

Solution: Check belt changing and brushbar cleaning.

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