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0820 IH-8831
MAINTENANCE
CLEANING FILTERS
Regularly clean and replace filters to keep vacuum's
suction power optimal.
To clean filters, rinse with cold water only to prevent
damage from cleaning chemicals. Allow all filters to
air-dry for at least 24 hours before reinstalling them to
prevent liquid from being drawn into electric parts.
IMPORTANT! Do not use soap when cleaning
the filters.
Pre-Motor (foam and felt): (See Figure 13)
• With the dust cup removed, remove the foam and
felt filters.
• Clean pre-motor filters every three months.
Post-Motor (HEPA): (See Figure 14)
• To access the HEPA filter, press the tab, tilt the filter
cover and lift it from vacuum. Remove the HEPA filter.
• Clean HEPA filter every year.
REPLACING FILTERS
Follow the instructions for removing filters. The pre-motor
filter should be replaced every two and a half years.
The HEPA filter should be replaced every three years.
• XHF350 = Replacement pre-motor foam and felt
filter kit.
• XHF350 = Replacement HEPA filter.
CLEANING THE BRUSH ROLL
1. Detach pod from floor nozzle.
2. Remove any blockages
or buildup from the
airways in the nozzle.
With scissors, carefully
cut away any fibers, hair
or string wrapped around
the brush roll. Avoid
damaging or cutting the
bristles. (See Figure 15)
CHECKING FOR BLOCKAGES
1. Detach handle from wand
by pressing the handle
release button. Remove
flexible hose from the
vacuum pod by pressing
the tabs on the hose collar.
Inspect the hose for clogs.
(See Figure 16)
2. Detach the pod, wand,
hose, and dust cup. Check
all openings and remove
blockages. (See Figure 17)
Figure 13
Foam Filter
Felt Filter
Figure 14
HEPA Filter
Figure 15
Figure 16
Figure 17
