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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS cont.
Cleaning & Changing the
HEPA Dust Cup Filter
(cont.)
3. Empty the dust from the Dust Cup
(container).
4. Separate the debris screen from the
HEPA filter cartridge by grasping the
debris screen with one hand and the
filter frame with the other and pull
apart. (fig. 4)
Debris
Screen
HEPA Filter
Fig. 4
5. Vigorously "TapClean"
Fig. 4
the HEPA Dust Cup
Filter on a hard
surface until no more
dust is observed
falling out from
between the pleats of
the filter. (fig. 4)
6. "TapClean" the Debris
Screen or rinse under
a faucet until clean.
(fig. 5) Remember that
Fig. 5
the Debris Screen
must be completely
dry before reinstalling
in the vacuum.
Debris
Screen
7. Replace the Debris Screen on the
HEPA Dust Cup Filter and reinstall
filter assembly in the vacuum. (not
shown)
PLEASE NOTE: The white pleated
filter material in the HEPA Dust Cup
Filter will discolor over time -This is
NORMAL and will NOT affect the
performance of the filter. If the HEPA
Dust Cup Filter
is properly
"TapCleaned"
after each use
Wash once a
and suction
month or when
suction
does not return
appears
to 100%, then
reduced.
we suggest that
Warning:
the HEPA filter
hours for drying before
be "TapCleaned"
replacing in unit.
vigorously until no
more dust can be removed, then
rinsed under the faucet and allowed to
dry for 24 hours before refitting into
the vacuum. (Fig. A) Wash once a
month or when suction appears
reduced.
CAUTION
: The suction hole must be
open, free of any obstructions at all
times. Otherwise, the motor will overheat
and could become damaged.
Motor Thermostat
Important: This unit is equipped with
a motor protective thermostat. If for
some reason the vacuum cleaner
should overheat, the thermostat will
automatically turn the unit off. Should
this occur:
• Push the On/Off button once.
• Disconnect the plug from the
power source.
• Check the source of overheating
problem. (i.e. clogged hose or
filter)
• If clogged hose or filter is found,
unclog the hose and replace the
filters.
• Wait at least 45 minutes before
attempting to reuse the vacuum.
• After unit has cooled down for
45 minutes, plug in the cleaner
and push the On/Off button. The
vacuum should start again.
• If the vacuum still does not start,
contact customer service at
1-800-798-7398.
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Important:
If the suction opening in the unit or the hose become blocked, switch off
the vacuum cleaner and remove the blocking substance before you start
the unit again.
1.
Do not operate the vacuum
cleaner to close too heaters,
or radiators.
Fig. A
Allow 24
2.
Before inserting the power plug
into the wall outlet, make sure that
your hands are dry.
3.
Do not vacuum any liquids.
4.
Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers,
feet and all parts of body away from
openings.
PRECAUTIONARY MEASURES
5.
When pulling out the power plug
from the wall outlet, pull the plug
not the power cord.
6.
Do not pick up anything that is
burning or smoking such as
cigarettes, matches or hot ashes.
7.
Do not use without HEPA dust cup
filter in place.
8.
Before you start vacuuming,
make sure to remove large or
sharp objects that might
damage the vacuum.
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