Lindsay VacuMaid Owner's Manual page 8

MAINTENANCE - Inverted Bag
Inverted bag units provide a permanent filter and require
occasional cleaning. To clean the inverted bag units,
follow these steps:
Emptying your Dirt Can
To remove accumulation, follow these steps:
1
Remove the dirt canister by supporting the bottom can-
ister with your knee*. Then, unsnap the two dirt canister
latches by grasping the lower end of each latch and pull-
ing straight away from the canister (Fig 1).
2
Carefully lower the dirt canister, dump the contents into
trash container (Fig 2), & set aside.
Cleaning the Inverted Bag
Not necessary to remove the inverted bag just follow
these steps:
3
A plastic bag may be placed over the bottom portion of
the top canister. Then, while holding the plastic bag tight-
ly around the canister with one hand, push the bag up in-
side with the other hand, and brush/shake the bag surface
to loosen any dust and debris that may have accumulated
on the bag (Fig 3). In this way, the bag can be cleaned
without getting any dust or debris on the floor or hands.
4 Replace the dirt canister by slipping the rim of the dirt
canister over the lip of the top can until it is seated against
the rim gasket. Then while holding the canister in place
with your knee* (Fig 1) fasten the two latches. Do this by
hooking top lip of each latch over the rim of the top can &
then press straight in on the bottom of latches until they
lock.
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HOW OFTEN SHOULD I CHECK OR EMPTY THE PAPER BAG?
Initially, the dirt canister should be checked or emptied weekly until some idea
can be obtained as to how long it takes to half fill the canister under your
normal cleaning routine. All vacuum systems will function more effectively if it
is emptied frequently. Under no circumstances should you allow your dirt canister to
become more than 3/4 full before emptying. (Note: The canister will fill more rapidly if
NEW carpets are being cleaned for there is usually a tremendous quantity of loose fibers
that are retained in the carpet from the manufacturing process. In some instances it
may take several months before all of these loose fibers are removed.)
HOW OFTEN SHOULD I CLEAN THE INVERTED BAG?
The inverted bag should be cleaned approximately 3-4 times a year or every time the dirt can-
ister is dumped. If your inverted bag should ever need replaced, contact your local dealer.
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MAINTENANCE - Paper Bag
This system uses a sealed paper bag for filtration. The
mass of dirt and debris is picked up by your vacuum
and deposited into the filter bag inside your dirt canis-
ter. Replacement Bag Part #s: HPB1 & HPB2H
Emptying your Dirt Can
To remove accumulation, follow these steps:
1
2
1
3
2
Installing a New Bag
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5
6
3
If bag breaks...
In the event of a bag breaking while in the unit, it is
necessary to lift the plate located under the bag and
clean the small screen.
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Remove the lid by lifting straight up. There are no
hinges or clamps.
Remove the bag by sliding the rubber gasket
that surrounds the hole in the paper bag off the
plastic inlet stem that protrudes through the front
of the canister.
Once the bag is off of the inlet stem, seal the bag
by removing the backing from the tab and cover
the hole with the flap. Press the flap so that it
securely seals over the hole (Fig. 3). This will help
prevent dirt and dust from escaping. Now, lift the
paper bag from the dirt canister and place in a
suitable trash container.
Take a new bag and extend it fully (Fig. 4).
Place it in the canister, and slide its rubber gasket
onto the inlet stem until the rubber gasket drops
into place in the ridge that is around the inlet
stem (Fig. 5).
Carefully replace the lid onto the dirt canister to
ensure that it seals properly. Not doing so could
cause a vacuum leak and reduce the cleaning
efficiency of your system.
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HOW OFTEN SHOULD I CHECK OR EMPTY THE PAPER BAG?
The filter bag should be changed or cleaned when there is 3-6 inches of dirt
or anytime there is a noticeable reduction of air flow at the cleaning tool.
Initially, the dirt canister should be checked or emptied weekly until some idea
can be obtained as to how long it takes to half fill the canister under your normal
cleaning routine. All vacuum systems will function more effectively if they are
emptied frequently. Under no circumstances should you allow your dirt canister to
become more than 3/4 full before emptying.
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2
3
4
5
Some units come
equipped with an internal
thermal switch. When
tripped it requires up to
10 (ten) minutes to reset
before using again.
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