M A I N T E N A N C E / F I L T E R R E P L A C E M E N T
CLEANING/REPLACING FOAM AND HEPA FILTERS
To remove/replace the Filter (either foam or HEPA) from the vac- uum, please follow these steps:
(a) Remove the Filter Cover from the vac-
uum Handle/ a Housing.
(b)Remove the Filter
from the Handle/ Housing.
(c)Clean the Filter as follows.
Foam Filter Cleaning:
Wash the Foam Filter in b
warm, soapy water until clean. Allow the Foam Filter to dry before reinserting into the Handle/Housing.
Note: Use only mild soap. Avoid detergents,
chemical cleaners or solvents as these may dam- age the plastic.
HEPA Filter Cleaning: Use your finger to lightly clean the paper surface of the HEPA Filter, clear- ing off any dirt, dust, and hair.
NOTE 1: Do not wash the HEPA Filter. Water will permanently damage the filter.
NOTE 2: Under normal household use, the HEPA filter will last six (6) months to one (1) year
(d)Insert either side of the clean Filter (or if neces- sary, a new Filter) into the Handle/ Housing, then
NOTE: Filters should be replaced periodically to provide best performance or when the filter has been damaged.
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