CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
4 • Cleaning the
separation system (14)
- remove the hose from the vacuum cleaner.
- open the lid of the vacuum cleaner (fig. 18a+18b).
- press the separator release buttons (fig.29) then remove
the air/dust separation system (14) (fig.30).
- remove the separation compartment (14b) in the direction
of the arrow (fig.31) then separate the two components
(fig.32).
- wash the components in clean water (fig.33) and leave
them to dry for 6 hours.
REPAIR SERVICE
IMPORTANT If you notice that your vacuum cleaner
is not operating as well, before carrying out any
checks, switch it off using the ON/OFF pedal.
Repairs should only be performed by specialists using
original spare parts.
Repairs carried out by the user can pose a risk and cancel
the guarantee.
If your vacuum cleaner does not function
• The appliance is not plugged in. Check that the appliance is
plugged in correctly.
If your vacuum cleaner has no suction
• An accessory, the tube, hose, air/dust separator (14a) or
the separation compartment (14b) is blocked: unblock it.
• The filtration system is saturated: clean the HEPA filter
cassette (17a+17b) according to the procedure and replace it
in its housing. If the HEPA filter is damaged, change it.
If your vacuum cleaner suction is not working properly or is
making a whistling noise
• An accessory, the tube, hose, air/dust separator (14a) or
the separation compartment (14b) is partially blocked:
unblock it.
• The dust compartment is full: empty and wash it.
• The vacuum lid is not positioned correctly: close the lid
correctly.
• The dust compartment is not correctly fitted: fit it correctly.
• The manual power switch* on the nozzle is open: close it.
• The air outlet grill (15) is fitted incorrectly: reposition the
air outlet grill correctly.
ENVIRONMENT
• In accordance with current regulations, any appliance that
is no longer used must be made permanently inoperable:
disconnect and cut the power cord before throwing the
appliance away.
• Environment: Directive 2002/95/EC.
*According to model: these parts are specific to certain models
or they are accessories that can be purchased separately.
air/dust
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- refit the separation compartment (14b) on the separator
(14a) using the notches (fig.34) and then turn slightly
towards the right (fig.35).
- reposition the entire separation system (14) in the
appliance and close the lid (fig.36a+b).
5 • Cleaning your vacuum cleaner
Wipe the body of the vacuum cleaner and accessories with
a soft damp cloth, then dry with a dry cloth. Do not use
detergents or any corrosive or abrasive products.
• There is no microfilter (16a) or filtration foam (16b):
replace them in the air outlet grill.
• There is no HEPA filter (17a) or washable filter (17b):
replace them in the vacuum cleaner.
If the separation compartment (14b) fills up
• The dust is accumulating in the separation compartment
(14b): check that there is nothing obstructing the dust
compartment inlet.
• The dust compartment inlet is obstructed: remove the dust
compartment and empty it.
If the lid does not close
• Check that the HEPA filter cassette (17) and the separator
(14) are correctly repositioned.
If the suction attachment is difficult to move
• Open the manual power switch* on the nozzle.
• Ensure that the position (brush retracted / brush out) of the
multi-surface nozzle corresponds to the surface being
cleaned.
If the power cord does not wind up completely
• The power cord is slow to wind up: pull the cord out again
and press on the power cord rewind pedal.
If a problem persists, take your vacuum cleaner to your
local Rowenta Approved Service Centre or contact
Rowenta Customer Services.
Think of the environment!
Your appliance contains valuable materials which
can be recovered or recycled.
Leave it at a local waste collection point.
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