Cleaner Maintenance - Hoover Athen Evo User Manual

CLEANER MAINTENANCE

Emptying the Dust Container
1. Press the dust container release button and pull the dustbin forwards to remove it from the main body of the cleaner. [7]
2. Hold the unit over a bin and push the bin empty slider to empty the dust container. [8]
3. Return the dust container to the cleaner main body. [9]
Cleaning the Filters
1. Press the dust container release button and pull the dust bin forwards to remove it from the main body of the cleaner.
[7]
2. Pull the filter and shroud assembly from the dust bin using the grips on the filter frame. [10]
3. Twist the filter anticlockwise to remove it from the shroud. [10]
4. Wash the filter in lukewarm water and leave to dry for 24 hours. Once thoroughly dry reassemble to the shroud and
dustbin. [11]
5. If required, wash the dustbin in lukewarm water. Ensure it is fully dry before returning to the main body of the cleaner.
6. Return the dust container to the cleaner main body. [9]
NOTE: Do not use hot water or detergents when cleaning the filters. In the unlikely event of the filters becoming damaged,
fit a genuine Hoover replacement. Do not try and use the product without a filter fitted.
IMPORTANT: For optimum performance, always keep your filter clean. We recommend that the filter should be washed
on a regular basis.
Changing and Cleaning the Agitator
IMPORTANT: Always switch off the cleaner before changing or cleaning the agitator.
1. Detach the agitator release flap. It is positioned on the lateral part of the nozzle. [12]
2. Hold the agitator release flap and pull down to remove the agitator. [12]
3. Replace with new Agitator or clean it . This can only fit in one direction.
4. Re – fit in position the agitator release flap.
Battery Replacement
For reasons of safety the batteries in this cleaner are only replaceable by a Hoover Service engineer. When the batteries
fail to maintain charge, please contact the Hoover Customer Service Centre to arrange a replacement.
End of Product Life Battery Disposal
If the cleaner is to be disposed of the batteries should be removed. Used batteries should be taken to a recycling station
and not disposed of with household waste. To remove the batteries, please contact the Hoover Customer Centre or
proceed according to the following instructions:
IMPORTANT: Always fully discharge the batteries before removal.
1. Run the cleaner until the batteries are completely empty.
2. Remove the ergonomic handle and the screws, in the main body to open the cleaner.
3. Remove the motor battery housing and disconnect the cables.
4. Remove the batteries from the housing.
NOTE: Should you experience any difficulties in dismantling the unit or for more detailed information about treatment,
recovery and recycling of this product, please contact your local city office or your household waste disposal service.
* Certain Models Only
6
GB