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9
M
aintenance and care
Emptying the dirt container
The dirt container should to be emp-
tied before the dirt reaches the “Full”
line on the container.
1.
Unplug the vacuum from electrical out-
let.
2.
Slide the Lock ‘n Seal Lever to the
“Unlock” position.
3.
Grasp handle and pull the dirt container
straight out to remove from the vacuum.
4.
Empty dirt into garbage container.
NOTE: Emptying the dirt container
after every use will help prevent
over filling and ensure that the
vacuum is ready to go the next
time you clean.
1.
Unplug the vacuum from electrical outlet.
2.
The pre-motor filter protects the motor from
dirt particles. It is located in the slide out
tray underneath the dirt container. If the
filter becomes dirty, pull out the tray, lift
out the foam filter pad and clean it.
NOTE: The pre-motor filter may be
hand washed in cold water with
mild detergent. Rinse well and air
dry thoroughly before replacing.
3.
The post-motor filter is a HEPA media
filter*, which assists in the filtration pro-
cess to return clean air to the room. It is
located behind the door on the side of the
vacuum. If the filter becomes dirty, remove
the door, remove the filter and replace.
NOTE: The post-motor filter is
a white, pleated HEPA media
filter*. This filter is NOT
washable and must be replaced
when it becomes dirty.
2.
4.
Unlock
Cleaning the Pre-motor and Post-motor HEPA media filter*
Post-Motor
HEPA
Media
Filter*
Washable
Pre-Motor
Filter
WARNING:
Do not operate cleaner with
damp or wet filters or without
all filters in place.
NOTICE:
This product is intended for household
use only and not for commercial or
industrial use. Vacuuming of dust
from products like plaster, concrete
or ashes will damage the motor and
void the warranty.
* The filter media, not the vacuum as a whole,
complies with the IEST-RP-CC001.5 HEPA Standard.
