Vax mojo III V-077, Instruction Manual

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Clearing Blockages / Storage / Troubleshooting

7. Clearing Blockages

WARNING:

To reduce the risk of electric shock, the

power cord must be disconnected before performing
maintenance/troubleshooting checks.

1.

Switch the vacuum cleaner off and disconnect the
power plug from the electrical outlet.

2.

The flexible hose can be disconnected from the
vacuum cleaner by pushing in the button on the
hose and pulling away from the machine
(Fig.7/1). Remove any blockages found then
reconnect the hose securely.

8. Storage

IMPORTANT:

Always unplug the vacuum cleaner

from the electrical outlet and rewind the power cord as
directed before storing.

NOTE:

Always store the cleaner upright or base

down.

9. Troubleshooting

WARNING:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF PERSONAL

INJURY, UNPLUG VACUUM CLEANER BEFORE
SERVICING.

PROBLEM: Cleaner won’t run

Cause:

Not properly plugged into electrical outlet.

Solution: 

Plug cord in firmly.

Cause: 

No electricity in electrical outlet.

Solution: 

Check fuse or breaker.

Cause:

On/off switch not turned on.

Solution: 

Push on/off switch to on.

Cause: 

Motor thermostat tripped.

Solution: 

Switch off and unplug cleaner. Leave for

one (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 /

loss of suction

Cause: 

Dust bag not installed correctly.

Solution: 

Review dust bag removal and replacement.

Cause: 

Dust bag full or blocked.

Solution: 

Replace dust bag.

Cause: 

Clogged filter.

Solution: 

Remove filter and clean.

Cause: 

Blockage in hose.

Solution: 

Disconnect hose, remove obstruction and
then re-fit.

PROBLEM: Accessories won't pick up

Cause: 

Accessories not attached correctly.

Solution: 

Refer to section 5 for fitting information.

PROBLEM: Dust escaping from the

vacuum cleaner

Cause: 

Dust bag full.

Solution: 

Dispose of dust bag and replace with a
new one.

Cause: 

Dust bag not installed correctly.

Solution: 

Review dust bag removal and replacement.

Cause: 

Hose not installed correctly.

Solution: 

Review hose installation.

Cause: 

Filter not installed completely.

Solution: 

Review filter removal and replacement.

Fig.7/1

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