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If you do not find Menalux at your store, please call:
UK: 8 706 055 055
IRL: 14 09 07 50

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Remove the textile bag from the holder (fig. 20).

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Slide the plastic clip away from the bag to open and empty (fig. 21, 22).

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Replace the plastic clip ensuring that both sides of the bag are parallel (fig. 21).

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Replace the bag into the holder (fig. 20).
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Close the cover by pressing down until it clicks (fig. 19).

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The cleaner stops automatically if a blockage occurs in the nozzle/tube/hose or if the filters are blocked
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Disconnect from mains and allow the cleaner to cool for 45-60 minutes. Remove blockage and/or replace
filters.

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Restart the cleaner.

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The dustbag must be replaced if the window of the dustbag full indicator is illuminated.

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Filters should be replaced at least twice a year or when they become visibly soiled.

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Always operate the cleaners with filters installed to avoid reduced suction.

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Disconnect from electrical outlet before cleaning filters.

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Pull dustbag upward and remove the motor protection filter (fig. 24).

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Rinse the filter under tap water and dry it completely (fig.27). 

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Put the filter back into the cleaner and close the cover (fig. 24, fig. 19). 

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Open the filter grill and remove the exhaust filter (fig. 25, fig. 26). 

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Rinse the filter under tap water and dry it completely (fig. 27). 

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Put the filter back into the cleaner and close the filter grill (fig. 26, fig. 25). 

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Attempt to recycle packaging material and old appliances.

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The cardboard packaging can be placed in the waste paper collection.

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Deposit the plastic bag made of polyethylene (PE) at the PE collection point for recycling.

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Deposit the polystyrene foam at the PS collection point for recycling.
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The plastic components all carry a material identification marking so that, like the other materials, they can
by recycled at the end of the life of the appliance.

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Please inquire with your local authority.

The symbol  

on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product may not be treated as household waste. Instead it shall

be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring this product is dis-

posed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, whic could otherwise

be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. For more detailed information about recycling of this product, please contact

your local city office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.

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Please read this instruction booklet carefully.

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Before using the appliance, check that the mains power voltage corresponds to the voltage shown on the rating
plate.

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Do not switch the appliance on if it appears to be faulty in any way or it has a damaged cord or plug. Do not try
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Always remove the plug from the power socket when the appliance is not in use and before carrying out any
cleaning or maintenance operations.

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Never leave the appliance unattended when it is switched on. Keep the appliance out of reach of children.

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This appliance is for domestic use only. Use as described in this instruction booklet.

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Do not pull the appliance by the cord. Do not unplug by pulling on the cord.

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Do not use the appliance on wet surfaces or to vacuum liquids, mud, ash and burning cigarette butts. Do not vac-
uum up any highly flammable or explosive substances or gases.

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Do not unplug the vacuum cleaner with wet hands.

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Do not operate or store the vacuum cleaner too close to heaters and radiators, stoves etc.

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Before you start using the vacuum cleaner, please remove large or sharp objects from the floor in order to pre-
vent damage to the dustbag and hose.

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Before operating the vacuum cleaner, make certain that the filters are in the proper position.

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Unwind a sufficient length of cable and insert the plug into the power socket. A YELLOW mark on the power cable
shows the ideal cable length. Do not extend the cable beyond the RED mark.

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Press the ON/OFF button to switch the appliance on. It is advisable to set the power control to MIN before
switching on the appliance.

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To rewind the power cable, press the rewind button with your foot, and guide the cable with your hand to ensure
that it does not whip causing damage.

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By moving the variable power control, the suction power can be adjusted.

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Menalux branded dustbags and filters are strongly recommended by Progress. Those high quality bags and filters will
ensure a long lifetime of your Progress vacuum cleaner. For more information about Menalux products, please visit our
website: www.menalux.com.

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Always operate the cleaner with the dustbag installed.

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If you forget to attach the dustbag or attach it in the wrong manner, the dust cover may not close completely.

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After removing the flexible hose, open the front cover using the compartment open button (fig. 19).

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Rotate the support of the bag to the vertical position.

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Remove the dustbag and insert a new one (fig. 20).

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Close the cover by pressing down until it clicks (fig. 19).

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Suction inlet

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Dustbag full indicator

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Power regulator

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On/off switch

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Cable rewind button

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Wheel

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Dustbag compartment

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Carrying handle

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C ompartment open button

10. Hose
11. Telescopictube
12. Dual purpose floor nozzle 
13. C ombination crevice nozzle/brush
14. Upholstery nozzle
15. Dustbag
16. Clothbag 
17. Horizontal parking
18. Vertical parking

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