Fig. 13
7
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Emptying the Dust Cup Container
and Cleaning / Changing the Non-
Woven Pre-Filter, HEPA Filter &
Debris Screen
Important:
Do
NOT
use the vacuum
without the HEPA filter in place.
IMPORTANT, Please Note:
The
“TapClean” HEPA filter will stop most of
the microscopic dust particles and
airborne allergens from re-entering the
air you breathe. Because of this
incredible filtration performance, the
HEPA filter will quickly accumulate,
inside the white filter folds, many fine
dust particles that are difficult to see but
which will eventually block or reduce your
suction power - if not cleaned properly.
1. To remove the dust cup container,
first press on the dust cup release
button (1) that is located on the dust
cup handle and at the same time
press on the dust cup release button
(2) that is on the side of the upper
housing. (Fig. 8) Then pull the dust
cup container out.
4. Hold the HEPA filter
by the edges and vigorously
“TapClean” the HEPA Filter
dirty side down
on a hard,
flat surface until no more
dust is observed falling out
from between the pleats of
the filter. (Fig. 12) We
recommend washing the HEPA filter
once a month or when suction
appears to be reduced. Let the HEPA
filter air dry completely for 24 hours.
5. Rinse the non-woven pre-filter and let
it air dry completely for 24 hours.
6. Insert the non-woven pre-filter.
7. Reinstall the HEPA filter in the
vacuum.
8. To separate the debris screen from
the dust cup, hold the dust cup in one
hand and turn the
dust cup cover counter
clockwise and pull apart.
To clean the
debris screen, we
recommend that
you rinse it under
lukewarm running
water to remove the dirt that
accumulates on it, but always allow it
to completely air dry before inserting
back into the vacuum. (Fig. 13)
Warning:
Always unplug the
unit from electrical outlet before
opening the Dust Cup (container).
Warning
:
After each Use -
Always remove filter assembly
and the dust cup cover with the
debris screen, then vigorously
“
TapClean
” HEPA filter and clean
debris screen and non-woven
pre-filter until no more dust can
be removed.
Fig. 9
Fig. 10
Fig. 12
Dust Cup
Release
Button 2
Dust
Cup
Release
Button 1
Fig. 8
HEPA
Filter
Non-Woven
Pre-Filter
Fig. 11
2. To empty the dust cup
container, press on the
trap door release button
that is on the back side
of the dust cup
container. (Fig. 9)
3. The HEPA filter is
located underneath the
dust cup container.
(Fig.10) Remove the non-woven pre-
filter. (Fig. 11) Remove the HEPA
filter, hold the edges and pull it out
slowly.
Wash
once a
month or
when
suction
appears
reduced
Fig. A
8
Pre-Motor
Filter
Warning:
Allow 24
hours for drying before
replacing in unit.
Never over fill the dust cup container -
remove dirt and clean the HEPA filter, non-
woven pre-filter and debris screen when dirt
in dust cup is at or below the "MAX" level
during prolonged usage or risk motor
damage.
If you wash the HEPA filter or the non-
woven pre-filter, make sure that they
have completely air dried before
inserting back in the vacuum.
Please Note:
The HEPA Filter is washable.
It should, however, be replaced every three
(3) to six (6) months to ensure peak
performance of your vacuum.
The non-woven pre-filter, pre-motor and
post motor filters are washable.
Important:
Make sure that
ALL
filters
have completely air dried before re-
installing back in the vacuum.
Warning
:
Always empty the dust cup
container and clean the HEPA filter,
non-woven pre-filter and debris screen
before each use and during prolonged
usage.
CAUTION
:
The suction hole must be
open, free of any obstructions at all
times. Otherwise, the motor will
overheat and could become damaged.
Fig. 14
Fig. 15
Changing & Cleaning the Post
Motor Filter
The post motor filter is a washable filter.
• Remove the filter cover from the front
of the unit and remove the filter.
(Fig. 15)
• Rinse the post motor filter in lukewarm
water and air dry the filter completely
for 24 hours. Do not use a washing
machine to rinse the filter. Do not
use a hair dryer to dry it. Air dry only.
Never operate the vacuum without the
post motor filter in place.
• When the filter is dry,
replace into the filter
cover and replace the
filter cover to the unit.
• A severely soiled or
clogged filter should
be thoroughly
washed with
lukewarm water.
A mild detergent can be
used if required.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Changing & Cleaning the Pre-
Motor Filter
The pre-motor filter is a washable filter.
• Remove the dust cup container, the
non-woven pre- filter and the HEPA
filter to remove the pre-motor filter.
(Fig 14)
• Rinse the pre-motor filter in lukewarm
water and air dry the filter completely
for 24 hours. Do not use a washing
machine to rinse the filter. Do not use
a hair dryer to dry it. Air dry only.
Never operate the vacuum without the
pre-motor filter in place.
• When the filter is dry, replace into the
unit and replace the HEPA filter and
dust cup container.
• A severely soiled or clogged filter
should be thoroughly washed with
lukewarm water. A mild detergent can
be used if required.
PLEASE NOTE
: The white pleated filter
material in the HEPA filter will discolor over
time -This is NORMAL and will NOT affect
the performance of the filter. If the HEPA
filter is properly
"TapCleaned”
after each use
and suction
does not return
to 100%, then
we suggest that
the HEPA filter
be “TapCleaned”
vigorously until
no more dust
can be removed,
then rinsed under the faucet and allowed to
dry for 24 hours before refitting into the
vacuum. (Fig. A)
This should be done
once a month or when suction appears
to be reduced
.
