Electrolux Z425 Series manual Problem Solving, Clean Dust Cup Filter, Remove a Clog in the Base

ROUTINE MAINTENANCE Clean Dust Cup Filter

Clean Dust Cup Filter

CAUTION: Turn off the power switch and unplug the electrical cord to service.

Clean dust cup filter as necessary.

1.Remove dust cup.

2.Remove dust cup lid and filter assembly.

3.Shake and brush the dust and dirt from filter. If desired, launder the filter by hand in warm water using a mild detergent. The filter may be washed up to 6 times. Air dry thoroughly.

4.Replace filter in dust cup by twisting the dust cup lid firmly into place to ensure proper filter performance.

5.Place bottom of dust cup in main housing. Push top of dust cup back into place until it locks.

NOTE: The dust cup filter is not dishwasher safe. Do not put in dishwasher.

NOTE: When vacuuming carpet fresheners or cleaners, powder, plaster dust, or similar fine substances, the dust cup filter will require more frequent maintenance.

NOTE: Use only GENUINE ELECTROLUX replacement filters, Code EF88.

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PROBLEM SOLVING

PROBLEM SOLVING

Remove a Clog in the Base

This model has a clean-out port which allows access into the bottom of the power nozzle in order to remove large debris that has become lodged in the airway. (See page 3 for location.)

CAUTION: Turn off the power switch and unplug the electrical cord to service.

1.On the bottom of the power nozzle, locate the transparent Clean-Out Port Door located between the wheels. (See page 3.)

2.Remove the port door by squeezing the latch at the back of the nozzle and rotating the port door forward. No tools are needed for this step.

3.Locate and remove clog from the power nozzle.

4.Reattach the clean-out port door by inserting the front edge into position and rotating the door into the base until the latch snaps into place. Ensure that the latch is secure. Do not use the vacuum without first reattaching the clean-out port door.

5.If needed, you may remove the power nozzle from the main body of the cleaner to locate the clog in the neck of the power nozzle.

Clean Out Port

Brushroll

Latch Clean Out Port (Open)

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