Cleaning The Filter - Dyson DCO7 Owner's Manual

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Cleaning the filter

CAUTION
• Disconnect the machine from
the electrical outlet before
removing filter. Failure to
do so could result in electric
shock or personal injury.
B
A Pre-motor filter
Rinse at least once every six
months in accordance with
the instructions opposite.
If machine is regularly used
for vacuuming very fine dust
such as plaster dust or carpet
fresheners, you may need to
rinse more often.
B Post-motor filter
This is a permanent filter –
it does not require rinsing
or replacement.
Do not remove or attempt
to rinse this filter.
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1 Press the filter release catch
to remove the filter housing
from the machine.
2 Remove the filter from
the housing.
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Only the blue foam pad and
the yellow cage should be rinsed
– not the filter housing.
3 Submerge the filter and
cage in cold water and rinse
thoroughly.
CAUTION
• Rinse in cold water only.
• Do not use detergent.
• Do not put in a washing
machine or dishwasher.