Hoover Freespace User Instructions page 8

EMPTYING THE CYCLONIC CASSETTE
Please empty the cassette after each use of the cleaner or if the cassette-check indicator is illumi-
nated (P17).
1. Remove the hose from the cleaner (P1).
2. Press the buttons on the handle (P18) and lift the cyclonic cassette out of cleaner(P19).
3. Hold the cassette upside down so that the outer filter panel faces upwards. Unlatch then
unhinge the outer filter panel and remove from the cassette(P20). If the filters are dirty refer to
section 'Cleaning the washable Filters'.
4. Unlatch the inner filter cover and open the cassette (P21). Carefully tip the contents of the
cassette into a bin.
5. Use the brush nozzle (P12) when necessary to remove excessive dust from the internal
surface of the cassette.
6. Close the inner filter cover ensuring the latch is located, replace the outer filter panel ensuring
it is hinged and latched securely (P22 & P23).
Re-fit the Freespace cyclonic cassette into the cleaner and push down on the cassette to
secure.
Important: The hose must be removed before removing or replacing the cyclonic cassette.
Remember: The cassette check indicator will also illuminate if an obstruction has occurred. In this
case refer to the section "Removing a blockage from the system".
CLEANING THE WASHABLE FILTERS
IMPORTANT: The cyclonic cassette is fitted with 2 filters wich MUST BE CHECKED AND EX-
CESS DUST REMOVED each time the cassette is emptied. To remove dust, tap the filter against
the side of the bin to shake free excess dust.
To maintain optimum cleaning performance the filters MUST BE WASHED at least after EVERY
FIFTH TIME you empty the cassette.
To access the filters:
1. Remove the cyclonic cassette (P19).
2. Unlatch then unhinge the outer filter panel (P20).
3. Remove the foam filter (P24).
4. Wash the foam filter using warm water (P25). Do not use hot water or detergents. Remove
excess water from the filter and leave to dry fully before re-using.
5. Gently tap and wash the micro filter attached to the filter frame using warm water (P26). Do
not use hot water or detergents. Remove excess water from the filter and leave to dry fully
before re-using.
6. To remove the exhaust hepa filter:
A. Unlatch and remove the exhaust filter cover (P27).
B. Remove the exhaust hepa filter.
7. Gently tap and wash the hepa filter (P28). Do not use hot water or detergents.
Remove excess water from the filter and leave to dry fully before re-using.
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