Siemens VSX6 Series, Instruction Manual

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Cleaning the fluff filter
The fluff filter should be cleaned at regular intervals in
order to ensure optimum operation of the vacuum clea-
ner. It is usually sufficient to lightly shake or tap out
the filter housing when the dust container is emptied in
order to dislodge any particles of dirt.
If this is not sufficient, the brush which is supplied with
the appliance or a dry cloth can be used to remove dirt
particles from the surface.
!
Caution: the fluff filter must not be cleaned under
running water.
The Hepa filter is designed so that it does not need to
be replaced if the appliance is used as intended for
household cleaning. To ensure that the vacuum cleaner
keeps working at its optimum performance level, the
Hepa filter should be rinsed clean after approx. 3 years.
The filtering effect of this filter in maintained, even
though the filter surface may become discoloured.
Rinsing the Hepa filter
Figure
a)
Open the exhaust grille by pressing the release but-
ton.
b) Unlock the Hepa filter by pressing the locking tab
and remove it from the appliance.
c) Tap out the Hepa filter and rinse under running water
d)
Do not re-insert the Hepa filter into the appliance
until it has completely dried and then close the
exhaust filter compartment.
If you want to replace the Hepa filter, you can obtain a
replacement filter through our customer service CS no.
570324.
Cleaning instructions
Always switch off the vacuum cleaner and disconnect it
from the mains before cleaning the vacuum cleaner.
The vacuum cleaner and plastic accessories can be cle-
aned with a conventional plastic cleaner.
!
Do not use scouring agents, glass or all-purpose
cleaners. Never immerse the vacuum cleaner in
water.
Subject to technical modifications.
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