Bosch GAS18V-02 Operating/Safety Instructions Manual page 12

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▼ CLEANING/REPLACING FILTER
worn out or damaged. Using damaged
filter can lead to release of unwanted
airborne contaminants from the canister.
The suction power is dependent on the
condition of the filter, therefore clean
the filter regularly. Replace any damaged
filters immediately.
- Switch the unit off and remove the
battery pack (See "Inserting and
Releasing Battery Pack").
- Press release button 2 and remove the
dust canister 7 from the motor unit 6
(See "Cleaning
Chamber").
- Push the locking tab 19 up and
remove the filter 17 by pulling on filter
grips 16 (Fig. 11, 12).
- Gently tap the filter 17 against a solid
surface to loosen the dust.
- Re-insert the clean or new filter, until
it clicks in place.
- Afterwards, hang the dust canister 7
at the bottom into the motor unit,
apply light pressure until the dust
canister can be heard to engage with
the motor unit 6.
▶ Vacuuming operation
- Insert battery pack (see "Inserting And
Releasing Battery Pack").
- To switch on the vacuum cleaner,
briefly press the on/off button 3.
- To switch off the vacuum cleaner,
press the On/Off button 3 again.
To save energy, only switch the vacuum
cleaner on when using it.
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Operating Instructions
Check filter period -
ically and replace if
The Airflow
Fig. 11
7 16
Fig. 12
7
17
16
19
16
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