Optimum OK-1640, Operating Instructions Manual

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4. How to Operate
Cord Release
Fully unwind the power cord. A yellow mark on the power cord
indicates the recommended cord length. Do not exceed the cord
length beyond the red mark.
On/Off Button
Insert the power plug into the electrical outlet, Ensure the
vacuum cleaner is switched off.
Press the on/off button located on the top of the vacuum cleaner
and press the button again to turn the vacuum cleaner off.
Carpet Cleaning
For carpet and rug cleaning press the rocker switch on the
combination floor head to raise the brushes.
Hard floor cleaning
For hard floor cleaning, press the rocker switch on the
combination floor head to lower the brushes.
5. Dirt Container & Filter: Removal and Replacement
WARNING: Always unplug the vacuum cleaner from
the electrical outlet before removing the dirt container.
WARNING: Do NOT use the vacuum cleaner > without
ALL of the filters in place.
NOTE: For best performance, replace filters annually.
Emptying the Dirt Container
Press the button on the front of the vacuum cleaner to open the
vacuum cleaner lid. Lift out the dirt container by the handle
(Fig. 5/1).
Position the dirt container over a rubbish bin and press the dirt
container release catch (Fig. 5/2).
When all the dirt has fallen close the dirt container flap, and
return the dirt container to the vacuum cleaner.
Cleaning the Filter
NOTE: Do not use any detergents or boiling water to wash
the filters. Recommend washing the filters every 4 weeks.
NOTE: All filters must be in place before using the vacuum
cleaner.
Note: Do not use any detergents or boiling water to wash the
filters. We recommend washing the filters every week, and
replace the new filters after 20 times of washing.
Central Filter HEPA
Remove the dirt container as directed above. Pull out the
central filter as shown (Fig.5/3).
Gently tap the filter against the side of a rubbish bin to remove
excess dirt (Fig. 5/4).
The central filter can be rinsed In warm water (max 40°C).
Allow to air dry completely before replacing (Fig.5/5).
Fig. 5/1
Fig. 5/2
Fig. 5/4
Fig. 5/3
Fig. 5/5