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5. Re-insert the dry dust container and cyclone filter
with air inlet filter into the device and close the flap.
6. Attach the dust container to the handheld device.
a Hold the dust container at an angle against the
handheld device while holding the top on the
hook of the handheld device.
b Push the dust container upwards until the hook
on the handheld device engages in the slot in the
dust container.
c The dust container must audibly click into place.
Illustration Q
Clean the exhaust air foam filter/replace the
exhaust air foam filter
Note
The exhaust air foam filter ensures pure exhaust air.
● Clean the exhaust air foam filter if it is visibly dirty.
● Replace the exhaust air foam filter if damage is vis-
ible.
1. Switch off the device.
2. Clean the exhaust air foam filter.
a Press both side unlocking buttons at the same
time and remove the cover with the exhaust air
foam filter.
Illustration R
ATTENTION
Short circuit hazard
Power supply cables or contacts are located in the cov-
er of the exhaust air foam filter.
Before cleaning with water, remove the cover from the
exhaust air foam filter so that the cables or contacts do
not get wet.
3. Carefully tap off the exhaust air foam filter or if it is
heavily soiled:
a Pull off the cover of the exhaust air foam filter.
b Clean the exhaust air foam filter under running
water. Do not rub or brush off.
ATTENTION
Health risk
Exhaust air foam filters that are not completely dry when
installed in the device can be a breeding ground for
spores and mould.
Make sure that the exhaust air foam filter is completely
dry on installation.
c Then allow the exhaust air foam filter to dry com-
pletely.
d Fasten the cover to the exhaust air foam filter.
Illustration S
e Insert the exhaust air foam filter into the device
until it latches into place.
f Press the cover down in the middle to ensure that
the cover sits correctly on the device.
Illustration U
4. Replace the exhaust air foam filter.
a Press both side unlocking buttons at the same
time and remove the exhaust air foam filter.
Illustration R
b Remove the cover of the exhaust air foam filter
and dispose of the used filter.
c Fasten the new exhaust air foam filter to the cov-
er.
Illustration T
d Insert the exhaust air foam filter into the device
until it latches into place.
e Press the cover down in the middle to ensure that
the cover sits correctly on the device.
Illustration U
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Cleaning the multi-function nozzle
1. Switch off the device.
2. Remove accessories.
ATTENTION
Short circuit hazard
The multi-function brush contains electrical compo-
nents.
You must not immerse the multi-function brush in water
or clean it with a damp cloth.
3. Clean the multi-function brush.
a Unlock the brush roll cover / support with a coin
or other object and remove it.
Illustration V
b Remove the brush roll from the brush opening in
the direction of the arrow.
Illustration W
c Remove the dirt e.g. with a brush. If necessary,
the brush roll can be cleaned under running wa-
ter.
The brush roll must be completely dry before re-
installation.
d Carefully clean the brush opening with a cloth or
soft brush.
Illustration X
e Insert the brush roll into the brush opening.
f Lock the brush roll with a coin or other object.
Illustration Y
Troubleshooting guide
Malfunctions often have simple causes that you can
remedy yourself using the following overview. When in
doubt, or in the case of malfunctions not mentioned
here, please contact your authorised Customer Service.
The device does not start up
Battery is empty.
 Charge the rechargeable battery.
Battery is not inserted correctly.
 Push the battery into the mount until it locks into
place.
Battery is defective.
 Replace the battery.
The battery is not charging
The charging plug/mains plug is not connected correct-
ly.
 Connect the charging plug/mains plug correctly.
The socket is defective.
 Check that the socket is working.
The wrong charger is being used
 Check that the correct charger is being used.
The device stops during operation or the suction
performance is poor
The battery has overheated.
 Stop work and wait until the battery temperature is
back in the normal range.
The accessories, the suction opening on the dust con-
tainer or the suction pipes are clogged.
 Remove the clog with a suitable aid.
The dust container is full.
 Empty the dust container.
The filters are soiled.
 Clean the filters, see chapter Care and service.
Roller brush is blocked.
 Remove any blockage.
Abnormal engine noise
The accessories, the suction opening on the dust con-
tainer or the suction pipes are clogged.
 Remove the clog with a suitable aid.
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