Philips FC6149 User Manual page 11

Cleaning the filter unit
Make sure you clean the filter unit regularly.
1 Turn the outer filter anticlockwise (1) and remove it from the filter
holder (2) (Fig. 19).
Leave the inner filter attached to the filter holder.
2 Clean the inner filter and the outer filter with a brush or with a
normal vacuum cleaner if they are very dirty.
Note: If necessary , you can clean the inner filter and the outer filter in cold
or lukewarm water. Dry the inner and outer filter thoroughly before you use
the filter unit again.
3 Place the outer filter back onto the filter holder (1) and turn it
clockwise to attach it (2). (Fig. 20)
4 Put the filter unit back into the dust compartment (Fig. 21).
Note: Make sure you insert the filter unit in the correct way.
storage
1 You can store the vacuum cleaner and the accessories on the
charger or in the storage bag. (Fig. 22)
replacement
We advise you to replace the inner filter after a prolonged period of use
or if you can no longer clean it properly.
Replacing the inner filter
1 Remove the filter unit from the dust compartment (Fig. 16).
2 Turn the outer filter anticlockwise (1) and remove it from the filter
holder (2) (Fig. 19).
3 Gently turn the inner filter anticlockwise (1) and remove it from
the filter holder (2) (Fig. 23).
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