D) Dust Bin Filter Changing And Cleaning - Panasonic MC-E4051 Operating Instructions Manual

D) DUST BIN FILTER CHANGING AND CLEANING

Check primary filter frequently and clean when dirty. Remove the dust bin assembly as outlined in the DUST BIN CLEANING
section and empty contents of dust bin.
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Primary
Filter
Lid
After every 5th cleaning cycle, rinse filter exterior with water under a faucet. Once the filter is rinsed clean, damp dry with a
cloth and let air dry for 24 hours.
CAUTION:
Rinse with water only, do not use detergent or soap. Allow filter to dry 24 hours before putting it
back into the dust bin. When the cleaning of the filter no longer restores vacuum suction to full power you need
to replace the filter.
Before replacing the primary filter it is a good idea to clean the inside of the dust bin and lid area.
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Alignment
Tabs
Alignment
Tabs
Filter
Screen
Alignment
Tabs
CAUTION:
Make sure dust bin is empty before fil-
ter is removed.
Grasp filter screen, rotate counter-clockwise and lift out.
Grasp primary filter, rotate counter-clockwise and lift out.
Clean primary filter by gently tapping over a trash container.
Tap on several sides to ensure best cleaning. The filter may
be cleaned by tapping it on a firm surface.
Rotate filter clockwise until slots lock onto tabs in lid.
To re-install the filter screen, align tabs on filter screen with
tabs on lid.
Rotate filter screen clockwise to lock in place.
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