Black & Decker FHV1200 Cleaning and maintenance, Optimizing the suction force, firmly figure F

Optimizing the suction force

In order to keep the suctionforce optimized, the filters mustbe cleared regularly during use.

• Turn the filter cleaning wheel (5) two turns clockwiseto remove any dust from the filters.

• The fine particulate filter must be cleaned regularly, see “Cleaning the fine particulate filter” section.

Cleaning and maintenance
Emptying the dust container
The dust container must be emptied regularly, preferably after every use.
•	Pull the door latch (9) and open the transparent door (7) 180 degrees.
•	Tilt unit to empty dirt.
• Tap the back end of unit if debris does not fall out easily or r emove filters for better
access.
	WARNING:Do not, under any circumstances rinse out the dust
container or immerse the appliance in water. A damp cloth and soapy water should be
used to clean the exterior of the appliance. Always make sure that the appliance is
completely dry before re-use or storing.
Cleaning filters (figures E,F)		E
Both the plastic pre-filter (17) and the			17
pleated filter (18) are re-usable and should
be cleaned regularly.
•	Pull the door latch (9) and open the
transparent door (7) 180 degrees.
•	Remove the pre-filter (17) from the
appliance as shown in figure E.
•	Remove the pleated filter (18) by pulling
firmly (figure F).
•	Tap the filters vigorously to remove loose
dust.
•	If necessary, wash the filters in warm,
soapy water.
•	Make sure that the filters are dry.
•	Refit the pleated filter (18) into the dust
container.
•	Refit the pre-filter (17) into the dust
container.
•	Close the transparent door (7) and make	F
sure that it clicks into place.			18

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