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aintenance and care
Emptying the dirt container
Empty the dirt container as soon as
the dirt reaches the “FULL” lines on
the sides of the dirt container.
1.
Unplug the vacuum from the electrical
outlet.
2.
Press the dirt container release button
located on the back of the carry handle
and lift up to remove.
3.
Choose an emptying method. Method
#2 is recommended for allergy sufferers.
Method #1
– Hold the dirt container over
a trash can and push the emptying
button located on the back bottom of
the dirt container to open the bottom
door. Close the door after the dirt
empties and make sure it clicks back
into the locked position.
Method #2
– Place a plastic bag over the
bottom of the dirt container. Push the
emptying button, located on the back
bottom of the dirt container, through the
plastic to open the bottom door. After
the dust settles, remove the plastic bag
to discard. Close the door and make
sure it clicks back into the locked
position.
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of electric
shock, turn power switch OFF and
disconnect plug from electrical
outlet before performing
maintenance or troubleshooting
checks.
Dirt Container
Release Button
Emptying
Button