Euro-Pro GC130HS owner manual Precautionary Measures, Bag and Filter Instructions

Precautionary Measures

Important: If the suction opening in the unit or the hose becomes blocked, switch off the unit and remove the blocking substance before you start the unit again.

1. Do not place the unit too close to	4. When pulling out the power plug
heaters.	from the wall outlet. Pull the plug
	not the power cord.

Bag and Filter Instructions

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, THE POWER CORD MUST BE DISCONNECTED BEFORE REMOVING THE DUST BAG, THE PRE-MOTOR AND HEPA FILTER, OR PERFORMING MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLE SHOOTING CHECKS.

WARNING: NEVER OPERATE THE VACUUM WITHOUT THE VACUUM BAG AND ALL THE FILTERS IN PLACE.

HOW TO CHANGE AND CLEAN THE HEPA-TYPE FILTER

Note: The HEPA-Type filter is located at the back of the unit. (Fig. 17)

3.	Take out the HEPA-Type filter.
4.	Vigorously “TapClean” the HEPA-
	Type filter on a hard surface to
	remove any residual dust that
	might still be on the HEPA-Type

2.Before inserting the power plug into the wall outlet, make sure that your hands are dry.

5.Do not dispose of or pick up anything that is burning or smoking such as cigarettes, matches or hot ashes.

6.Do not use without garbage bag, filters, and vacuum dust bag in place.

Important Note: This is a HEPA- Type filter, and will stop most of the tiniest dust particles from re-entering the air you breathe. Because of this filtration performance, the filter will quickly accumulate many fine dust particles inside the white filter folds that are difficult to see but which will eventually block or reduce your suction power if not cleaned properly. Clean the filter after each use as described in this section.

filter.

5. You can wash the HEPA-Type filter

by running it under the tap allowing

the water to run on the dirty side at

least once a month or when suction

is decreased.

Important Note: We recommend washing it once a month or when suction is reduced. Always allow 24 hours for drying before replacing into the vacuum. DO NOT USE A

3. Do not vacuum any liquids.

The HEPA-Type filter should be cleaned after every use. To change and clean the HEPA-Type filter, perform the following:

1.Unplug unit.

2.Remove the HEPA-Type filter cover. (Fig. 17)

HEPA Filter

Cover

WASHING MACHINE TO WASH THE FILTER. DO NOT USE A HAIR DRYER OR CLOTHES DRYER TO DRY THE FILTER.

The HEPA-Type filter should however be replaced every three (3) to six (6) months to ensure peak performance of your vacuum.

Warning: Always clean the HEPA- Type filter before each use and during prolonged usage or risk motor damage.

Fig. 17

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