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CLEANING AND CARE ______________________
Cleaning the HEPA filter
1
Turn the HEPA filter cover
Q
anticlockwise
until the arrow shows the unlocked symbol on
the filter cover and pull the cover out.
2
Take out the HEPA filter. The filter can be
tapped against the side of a dust bin for
removal of the excess dust.
3
Wash the HEPA filter in warm water (maxi-
mum 40ºC), rinse very well and leave to air
dry.
Caution:
■
Never put the filter into the washing machine
or dry it with a hair dryer.
■
Ensure the filter is completely dry before put-
ting it back into the cleaner. Allow to air dry
for 24 hours before replacing.
■
Do not use detergents or boiling water to
wash the filter.
■
The HEPA filter must be inserted before the ap-
pliance is started as otherwise the motor will
be damaged.
4
When the HEPA filter is completely dry, insert
it back into the appliance before restarting.