Philips AC4083 manual Pre-filterand humidification filter, Cleaning the pre-filter, English

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7Clean the water softener under a running tap with the cleaning brush supplied.

Do not use any other substance than water to clean the water softener.

8Wipe the water from the water softener with a soft, dry cloth.

9Place the water softener back into the water tank.

10Align the two projections of the lid with the holes in the water tank  and put the lid on the water tank.Then close the four clips to lock the lid (click).

Pre-filter and humidification filter

Note: Only the pre-filter, the humidification filter and the water softener are washable. All other filters are NOT washable.

Filter 1 (pre-filter) and filter 5 (humidification filter) cleaning indication

-- Clean the pre-filter and descale the humidification filter when the first speed light (with the indication CLEAN 1/5 above it) flashes to ensure optimal functioning of the appliance.

-- The light flashes approximately once a month, depending on how frequently you use the appliance.

-- The light is a reminder for you to clean the pre-filter and to descale the humidification filter. It stops flashing automatically after 24 hours.

-- The light keeps flashing for 24 hours after you have cleaned the filters. This is normal.

Cleaning the pre-filter

1Clean the pre-filter under a running tap. If the pre-filter is very dirty, use a soft brush to brush away the dust

Note: Make sure pre-filter is dry before you put it back into the appliance.

Tip: Alternatively, you can clean the pre-filter by removing the dust with a vacuum cleaner. 

Cleaning the humidification filter

You have to rinse the humidification filter every week to keep it hygienically clean.In addition, you have to descale the humidification filter when the first speed light (with the indication CLEAN 1/5 above it) flashes.  

Rinsing the humidification filter every week:

1Remove the humidification filter from the water tank. See chapter ‘Before first use’, section ‘Preparing for humidification’.

Note:You have to remove the water bucket first before you can remove the water tank.