Remove the lid and lift the filter out of the top of the dirt container, tap to get all of the dust off.

Considering how cheap the U85-AS-Pme is compared to models from brands such asDyson, we found that it provides solid suction power and cleaning performance. It’s not the most stylish or powerful vac on the market, but when it comes to value for money it’s hard to beat. The huge cleaning radius also makes corded cleaning more convenient – although it can’t match a lightweight cordless for mobility. There are several accessories included with the Vax U85-AS-Pme Air Stretch. These aren’t the highest quality tools we’ve reviewed, but are good enough for most tasks. Replacement Type 90 Filter Kit to fit Vax Upright Vacuum Cleaner. HEPA (High Efficient Particle Arrester) filters trap very small dust particles, so they are better for homes with allergy sufferers.

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The Vax Air Stretch Pet Max is lightweight and easy to manoeuvre thanks to its long cord and hose, making it ideal for cleaning around the home. It also has a large dust bin, meaning it can easily accommodate large amounts of dust and debris without the need for frequent emptying. Despite the lightweight design, the Vax Air Stretch Pet Max provides a 1.5-litre dust capacity. This is around average for an upright vacuum, but bigger than most cordless vacuums. Be prepared to empty it at least once when doing a full-house clean though. As we mentioned earlier, you can turn off the brush bar when vacuuming hard floors. This prevents scratching and stops larger debris from being scattered across the floor. We think the Air Stretch Max Pet provides excellent value for money. It’s not the best vacuum for cleaning carpets that we’ve reviewed, but it still does a decent job at removing dirt, hair and other debris. The Vax is also excellent for cleaning hard floors and has a huge cleaning radius, which we think makes it more convenient than many other uprights. It’s also a lightweight upright vacuum. Upright vacs tend to be heavier than other types, but the Vax weighs just 5kg, making it more convenient to carry up and down stairs.

As the pet turbo tool attaches to the hose, the Vax provides excellent cleaning performance on stairs. It’s easy to clean both sides of a step, which isn’t the case for uprights without a pet tool. You agree to indemnify and hold Vax (and its officers, directors, agents, subsidiaries, joint ventures, employees and third-party service providers, including but not limited to Bazaarvoice, Inc.), harmless from all claims, demands, and damages (actual and consequential) of every kind and nature, known and unknown including reasonable attorneys' fees, arising out of a breach of your representations and warranties set forth above, or your violation of any law or the rights of a third party. The U85-AS-Pme (the model reviewed in this article) is the pet version of the Air Reach, so it comes with a pet turbo tool. The U85-AS-Be is similar in most respects, but doesn’t have a turbo tool. The Vax U85-AS-Pme is part of the “Air Stretch” range. Vax vacuums in the Air Stretch series all have long power cords, but, unlike the Air Lift range, don’t have a lift-away cylinder.

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The Vax is a relatively simple vacuum cleaner. There aren’t advanced features, such as headlights or pivoting floorheads, but it’s a solid vacuum that’s designed to be straightforward and effective. Like the Air Lift series, the U85-AS-Pme uses multi-cyclonic technology to prevent suction loss as the canister fills up. It’s lightweight at 4.9kg and has a long 13 metre power cord. Something has obstructed the brush bar. Remove belt cover, remove brushbar and clear any debris from around the brushbar itself