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Maintenance and care
Blower Function:
Your Bennett Read Tough 15 has an additional function that allows you to blow
away leaves and grass that collect on your covered patio areas. Simply plug in and
blow the dirt away.
Setting up your Bennett Read Tough 15 to use the blower function:
1. Remove the motor unit (3) from the dirt tank (6) by lifting the locking clips (9)
upward
2. Ensure that the micro-particle filter (5) is securely installed in place
3. Replace motor unit (3) and lock clips in place (9)
4. Twist anticlockwise and pull to remove blower port cap (2)
5. Insert large end of the flexi hose (12) into Blower function hose port (removable
cap) (2)
6. Attach the 3 piece extension wand (14) to free end of flexi hose (optional)
8. Plug power cable into wall socket
9. Switch on unit using the power switch (1)
Emptying the Dirt Tank:
1. Disconnect flexi hose (11) from the Motor unit by grasping and twisting the end
of the hose by the Hose Port (8) and then pulling the hose outward
2. Take unit to disposal area
3. Lift locking clips (9) to unlock dirt tank
4. Lift motor unit (3) from dirt tank and place on ground
5. Lift dirt tank and empty contents into disposal area
6. Rinse Dirt tank under running water and dry
Cleaning the Filter:
It is necessary to wash the micro-particle filter (5) weekly
• To remove the micro-particle filter, turn the motor unit (3) upside down
• Grasp the locking mechanism at the bottom of the micro-particle filter (5), twist
anticlockwise and remove
• Wash the filter in warm water. You may use a mild detergent
• Allow to dry completely before replacing the filter
• Replacement micro-particle filters are available from major retail outlets
• Reassemble and store, ready to use!
