OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
PRECAUTIONARY MEASURES
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Debris
Screen
6. “TapClean” the Debris
Screen or rinse under
a faucet until clean.
Remember that the
Debris Screen must be
completely air dried for
24 hours before
reinstalling in the vacuum.
7. To re-assemble the HEPA filter
assembly, first insert the HEPA
filter onto the dust cup cover
making sure to push it all the way
in. Then insert the debris screen
again making sure that it is pushed
all the way up against the dust cup
cover.
8. When replacing the dust cup cover
with the HEPA filter assembly
into the dust cup, make sure that
the tab on the
dust cup cover
is fully aligned
with the tab
indentation on
the dust cup
handle otherwise
the seal will not
be complete
and the unit will not
function properly.
PLEASE NOTE
: The white pleated
filter material in the HEPA Dust Cup
Filter will discolor over time -This is
NORMAL and will NOT affect the
performance of the filter. If the HEPA
Dust Cup Filter is
properly "TapCleaned”
after each use and
suction does not
return to 100%, then
we suggest that the
HEPA filter be
“TapCleaned”
vigorously until no
more dust can be
removed, then rinsed under the faucet
and allowed to air dry for 24 hours
before refitting into the vacuum. (Fig.
A) Wash once a month or when
suction appears reduced.
Fig. A
Wash once a
month or when
suction appears
reduced.
Warning:
Allow 24
hours for drying
before replacing in
unit.
Changing & Cleaning the Exhaust
Filter
The exhaust filter is a washable filter but
should be replaced every three (3)
months depending on usage.
1. Remove the exhaust filter cover from
the rear of the unit.
2. Rinse the exhaust filter in
lukewarm water and dry the
filter completely. Do not use
a washing machine to rinse
the filter. Do not use a
hair dryer to dry it. Air dry
ONLY
for 24 hours. Never
operate the vacuum without
the exhaust filter in place.
3. When the filter is dry, replace
into the unit and replace the exhaust
filter cover over it.
4. A severely soiled or clogged filter
should be thoroughly washed with
fresh tepid water. A mild detergent
can be used if required.
IMPORTANT
:
This unit is equipped
with a motor protective thermostat. If for
some reason the vacuum cleaner should
overheat, the thermostat will
automatically turn the unit off. Should
this occur:
• Push the On/Off button once.
• Disconnect the plug from the power
source.
• Check the source of overheating
problem. (i.e. clogged hose or filter)
• If clogged hose or filter is found, unclog
the hose and replace the filter.
• Wait at least 45 minutes before
attempting to reuse the vacuum.
• After unit has cooled down for 45
minutes, plug in the cleaner and push
the On/Off button. The vacuum should
start again.
• If the vacuum still does not start,
contact customer service at
1 (800) 798-7398.
Motor Thermostat
When the Intelli-Sense Filter Monitor
TM
lights up, it means that the dust cup is full
or filter needs cleaning. You must empty
the dust from the dust cup and clean the
HEPA dust cup filter right away.
Intelli-Sense Filter MonitorTM
CAUTION
:
The suction hole must be
open, free of any obstructions at all
times. Otherwise, the motor will overheat
and could become damaged.
5. Vigorously “TapClean”
the HEPA Dust Cup
Filter on a hard
surface until no more
dust is observed
falling out from
between the pleats of
the filter.
Important
:
If the suction opening in the unit, the hose or the extension tubes
become blocked, switch off the vacuum cleaner and remove the blocking
substance before you start the unit again.
5.
When pulling out the power plug
from the wall outlet, pull the plug
not the power cord.
1.
Do not operate the vacuum
cleaner to close too heaters,
or radiators.
6.
Do not pick up anything that is
burning or smoking such as
cigarettes, matches or hot ashes.
2.
Before inserting the power plug
into the wall outlet, make sure that
your hands are dry.
7.
Do not use without dust cup filter or
exhaust filter in place.
8.
Before you start vacuuming,
make sure to remove large or
sharp objects that might
damage the vacuum.
3.
Do not vacuum any liquids.
4.
Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers,
feet and all parts of body away from
openings.
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