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Cleaning the filter
The appliance is fitted with a filter cleaning feature.
• After every use switch the appliance off but don't unplug from the mains.
• Ensure the container is securely in place.
• Press the filter cleaning switch (3) and the filter cleaning cycle will run for 10 seconds,
after which it will automatically switch off. During the 10 seconds, the auto cleaning
system cleans the filter.
• The plug can now be removed from the socket.
This will ensure that the next time the appliance is used the performance is at its
optimum.
Note: The appliance is designed to prevent vacuuming during the filter cleaning cycle.
If the vacuum is switched on during the filter cleaning cycle, the filter cleaning cycle
will stop.
WARNING:Before performing any maintenance or cleaning on the
appliance, unplug the appliance.
• Regularly clean the ventilation slots in your appliance using a soft brush or dry cloth.
• Regularly clean the motor housing using a damp cloth. Do not use any abrasive or
solvent-based cleaner.
VN2200/VN1400P - Clearing the large turbo brush (fig. G)
• Remove any hair or threads collected onto the brush (28). Use a pair of scissors if
necessary.
• Remove the cover (29) to remove any foreign objects blocking the air turbine (30). Re-
fit the cover.
Emptying the container (fig. H & I)
The container (9) must be emptied when the dirt fills to the maximum mark indicated
on the bin.
• Remove the container (9) from the appliance by pressing the two release buttons (31)
and lifting the container out of the appliance.
• Press the lower door latch (32) to release the dirt.
• Empty the container as necessary.
• Clean the filter as described below.
• Close the lower door and make sure that it clicks into place.
• Re-fit the container (9) into the appliance, make sure that the release buttons (31)
click into place.
• Press the filter cleaning switch (3) and the filter cleaning cycle will run for 10 seconds,
after which it will automatically switch off. This will ensure that the next time the
appliance is used, the performance will be at it's optimum.
Cleaning
WARNING: Before cleaning and maintenance, switch the ppliance
off and unplug it.
• From time to time wipe the appliance with a damp cloth. Do not use any abrasive or
solvent-based cleaner. Do not immerse the appliance in water.
Cleaning the container filters (fig. H - K)
The container filters prevent dust and dirt from entering the motor housing. The filters
are re-usable and should be cleaned periodically.
• Remove the container from the appliance (fig. H).
• Press the lower door latch (32) to release the lower door (fig. I).
• Remove the pre-filter (33) from the container (9) (fig. J) by rotating anti clockwise.
• Pull the filter (34) off the filter holder (fig. K).
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