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CLEANING AND CARE:
CLEANING THE FILTER
Cleaning the filter
1.
To remove the dust container, press the release button located next to the
handle.
2.
Lift the container away from the unit base.
3.
Turn the bin assembly to align the on the lid with the on the bin.
4.
Lift the lid and filters out of the bin.
5.
Grip the bottom of the HEPA filter with one hand, and the bin handle with
the other.
6.
Turn the HEPA filter anti-clockwise to release it from the lid, and pull it
away from the lid.
7.
Slide the mesh filter up and off the HEPA filter.
Note
: Don’t handle the
paper part of the HEPA filter, oils from your skin can cause dust
particles to adhere to it.
Before you clean the appliance, disconnect the mains
plug from the wall socket.
The mesh filter
8.
Wash the filter assembly and mesh filter in warm soapy
water.
9.
Leave it to air dry – don’t refit it until it is completely dry.
10.
Unscrew the top of the filter unit from the HEPA filter.
The HEPA filter
This filters the returning airflow.
12.
If the filter looks a bit dirty, tap it over some newspaper,
to dislodge the dirt.
13.
If it’s very dirty, soak it in warm soapy water for a few
minutes, rinse under a running tap to remove all trace of
soap, then let it air dry – do not refit until it’s completely
dry.
