Philips FC9160 User Manual page 12

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Washing the HePa 13 filter (FC917x series only)
To wash the HEPA 13 filter, follow the instructions below.
1 Rinse the HEPA 13 filter under a hot slow-running tap (Fig. 42).
Never clean the filter with a brush.
2 Carefully shake the water from the surface of the filter. Let the filter dry completely for at
least 2 hours before you put it back into the vacuum cleaner.
Note: Cleaning does not restore the original colour of the filter, but does restore its filtration power.
Ordering accessories
If you have any difficulties obtaining dustbags, filters or other accessories for this appliance, please
contact the Philips Consumer Care Centre in your country or consult the worldwide guarantee
leaflet.
ordering dustbags
classic long performance dustbags last 50% longer than standard dustbags,
- Philips s-bag
®
thanks their non-clogging material. Available under type number FC8021.
anti-allergy dustbags reduce the exposure to allergens. Their HEPA 10 filtration
- Philips s-bag
®
level gives you a clean and healthy home environment. Available under type number FC8022.
- Philips s-bag anti-odour dustbags have an odour-absorbing coating. This coating absorbs and
®
neutralises unpleasant smells caused by decomposing pet hair or food scraps. Available under
type number FC8023.
ordering filters
- Washable Ultra Clean Air HEPA 13 filters are available under type number FC8038.
environment
- The non-rechargeable batteries of the remote control contain substances that may pollute the
environment. Do not throw away batteries with the normal household waste, but dispose of
them at an official collection point for batteries. Always remove the batteries of the remote
control (specific types only) before you discard and hand in the appliance at an official collection
point. (Fig. 43)
- Do not throw away the appliance with the normal household waste at the end of its life, but
hand it in at an official collection point for recycling. By doing this, you help to preserve the
environment (Fig. 44).
guarantee and service
If you need service or information or if you have a problem, please visit the Philips website at
www.philips.com or contact the Philips Consumer Care Centre in your country. You find its
phone number in the worldwide guarantee leaflet. If there is no Consumer Care Centre in your
country, go to your local Philips dealer.