Care and Maintenance continued
Cleaning and
Replacing Filters
To assist you with the regular care of your vacuum, a second HEPA filter is supplied for convenient use, ideal for when a dirty filter is being cleaned.
Dirty and clogged filters may result in reduced suction performance.
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NOTE: It is recommended that |
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filters are cleaned after every | 3. Shake and tap the HEPA filter | |
Dirtyuseandandcloggedreplacedfiltersregularlymay resultto in | until all the fine dust particles are | |
reduced suction performance. | removed. After approximately 6 | |
ensure maximum efficiency | ||
from your vacuum. | months the HEPA filter should be | |
| replaced. This period is dependant | |
If filters are left uncleaned, it may | upon the frequency of use and | |
type of dirt being subjected to the | ||
result in a reduction of suction power. | ||
Should this occur, the following | vacuum. The HEPA filter can also | |
procedure should be followed every | be hand washed in warm water. | |
couple of months. |
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Procedure to Replace Filters
Always switch the vacuum off, then switch off at the power outlet and unplug prior to cleaning or replacing the filters. Before replacing the filters ensure all dirt and dust is first emptied from the dust container. Refer to the ‘EMPTYING THE DUST CONTAINER’ section.
1.Remove the dust container from the vacuum by pressing down on the button on top of the dust container. Once released, carefully lift the container upwards.
2.To remove the HEPA filter from the back (flat side) of the dust container, press the tab and pull out the HEPA filter, followed by the foam filter.
Fig. 11
NOTE: Do not use any detergents or boiling water to wash the filter, do not wash the filter in a dishwasher or washing machine.
It is advised to let the filter dry completely for at least a minimum of 24 hours before use.
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