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dirt container & filter / maintenance
The HEPA filter may be washed by running it under the
tap. We recommend washing it once a month or when
suction appears reduced. Always allow to air dry for 24
hours before replacing into the vacuum.
PLEASE NOTE:
The white material in the HEPA filter will
discolour over time -This is NORMAL and will NOT affec
tthe performance of the filter.
WARNING:
Always empty the dirt container and
clean the HEPA filter before each use and during
prolonged usage. Never over fill the dirt container,
remove dirt and clean the HEPA filter each time the dirt
container is emptied during prolonged usage or risk motor
damage.
Cleaning the Pre-Motor Filter
Underneath the dirt container is a pre-motor filter. If found
to be defective, please replace (Fig.6/4).
Cleaning the Dirt Container
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of electric shock, the
power cord must be disconnected before removing
the dirt container, HEPA filter, changing the filters or
performing maintenance/troubleshooting checks.
• The dirt container can be washed in lukewarm water
(max 40ºC).
• Do not use strong detergents.
• Ensure that the dirt container is fully dry before putting
back on the vacuum cleaner. Do not wash in dishwasher.
7. Maintenance
Cleaning and Changing the Belt
TOOLS REQUIRED: Phillips screwdriver.
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of electric shock, the
power cord must be disconnected before removing
the dirt container, HEPA filter, changing the filters
or performing maintenance/troubleshooting checks.
Occasionally, the power nozzle drive belt will require
changing, the frequency will depend upon the amount of
vacuum use.
Turn vacuum off and unplug from power supply. Press
handle release button and lay vacuum cleaner on a flat,
level surface.
Using a Phillips screwdriver, remove the four (4) screws on
the underside of the cleaner to release the top cover of
the vacuum head (Fig.7/1).
Lift the right side of the brushbar and lift the left hand
side and remove the brushbar from the power head
(Fig.7/2).
Remove the worn or broken belt from the motor drive
shaft.
Carefully remove any belt residue that may exist in the belt
area before replacing with a new belt.
Loop the new belt first over the motor drive shaft and
then over the agitator pulley.
Insert the right side of the brushbar in first by placing the
end cap down in the slot and then so the same with the
left side. Press firmly to make sure that each end is
Fig.6/4
Fig.7/1
Fig.7/2
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