GE 71271, 106679 warranty How To Maintain, Motor Filters, How To Clean Tank and Store Unit

Models: 106679 71271

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How To Maintain

How To Maintain

These instructions serve as a guide to routine maintenance. To avoid unnecessary service calls, clean motor filter, change disposable paper filter, and empty tank often. Empty all liquids after each use.

Motor Filters

NOTE: Turn off power switch and unplug electrical cord before servicing. Never operate vacuum cleaner without motor filter(s) or with defective filter(s).

The motor filter(s) must be kept clean for maximum efficiency and proper airflow. Periodically replace disposable paper filter. The paper filter should be changed often when vacuuming fine particles like plaster dust or powder substances which tend to clog filter(s).

How To Clean Foam and Disposable Paper Bag Filters

1.Release motor housing.

2.Remove filters from ball float cage.

3.Shake foam filter vigorously over a suitable container to remove loose particles.

The foam filter can be washed in soapy water for further cleaning. Shake out water before reinstalling. The foam filter should be completely dry before using for dry pickup or for storage.

4.Replace foam filter over ball float cage; place rubber band around bottom of foam filter if you plan wet pick-up otherwise go to step 5.

5.Install new disposable paper filter; secure with rubber band around top of paper filter for dry pick-up.

Filters For

Filters For

Wet Pick-up

Dry Pick-up

Ball Float

Cage

Foam

Filter

(WD-1)

Disposable

Paper

Filter (WD-2)

Rubber Band

How To Clean Tank and Store Unit

NOTE: Turn off power switch and unplug electrical cord before cleaning tank.

1.Empty tank of all liquids and rinse inside thoroughly before storing especially after picking up wet or sticky substances other than plain water. Use warm, soapy water to clean tank and tools if wet sticky liquids have been vacuumed.

2.Clean and dry tank, hose, and accessories before storing in a cool, dry area.

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GE 71271, 106679 warranty How To Maintain, Motor Filters, How To Clean Tank and Store Unit