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aintenance and care
Cleaning the Pre-Motor Filter
The Pre-motor Filter prevents dust and debris
from interfering with the operation of your
vacuum. It should be regularly checked for
wear or damage and replaced when torn.
1. Turn the power OFF ( ). Unplug the
vacuum from electrical outlet.
2. Disconnect hose.
3. Open the dust bag compartment by lifting
up on the door latch at the front of the
vacuum. Follow the instructions on page
9 to remove and dispose of the dust bag.
4. Remove the filter frame from the filter
holder by gently pressing down on the top
tab and pulling the filter frame up
and away from the filter holder.
5. Remove the filter from the filter frame and
clean by hand washing in warm water.
A mild detergent can be used if desired.
Allow the filter to air dry completely
before replacing.
6. Place the filter back into the filter frame
and replace back into the filter holder,
snapping it back into place.
NOTE: The filter frame should be
placed so that the protective frame
is visible.
7. Following the steps on page 9, replace
the dust bag, making sure the entire back
is tucked in below the seal gasket.
8. Close dust bag compartment door and
press down gently until it locks into place.
9. Reconnect the hose.
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NOTICE:
This product is intended for
household use only and not for
commercial or industrial use.
Vacuuming of dust from products
like plaster, concrete or ashes
will damage the motor and void
the warranty.
4.
Tip:
For maximum cleaning performance,
check the filters often and clean or
replace if necessary.
WARNING:
Do not operate cleaner
with damp or wet filters or
without all filters in place.
Pre-Motor
Filter
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