Replacing dustbag and filters
Dust bag indicator and changing the dust bag
The dust bag should be changed when full. The dust bag indicator window will gradually turn red as the bag fills up and when the dust bag indicator displays ‘red’ it is time to change the dust bag.
Always switch appliance to off, then switch off at the power outlet, then unplug the appliance prior to replacing dust bags or filters.
To remove the dust bag, have the unit down on its wheels, remove the crush proof hose and then lift the ‘Dust bag compartment lid release lever’ and pull the top cover back
To remove the bag, grasp the top of dust bag and pull out (Fig.
Fig. 1. KVC11
A
Dust bag holder
B
Filter holder
Fig. 2. KVC12/15/16
A
Filter holder
B
Dust bag holder
To place a new dust bag, take a fresh dust bag and with the arrow (printed on the cardboard section of the dust bag) pointing down, slide the cardboard down into the dust bag holder, until it comes in contact with the bottom of the holder.
HINT: once the bag is inserted
NOTE:The bag compartment lid may not close if the bag is not correctly fitted.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT USE THE UNIT WITH OUT A DUST BAG IN PLACE
Replacing filters
Filters must be cleaned from time to time to remove the fine dust particles that have been collected.This can be done by shaking them, however after approximately 5 dustbag changes the filters should be replaced.
Motor protection filter
The motor protection filter must always be in place when operating the vacuum otherwise damage to the motor may occur.To replace the motor protection filter - Remove the dustbag or pull the bag forward.The motor protection filter is located at the rear, right hand side of this
KVC12/15/16
Filter holder
Removable foam filter
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