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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS cont.
REPLACEMENT FILTERS
Cleaning & Changing the
Dust Cup Filter
Warning: Always unplug the unit from
electrical outlet before opening the Dust
Cup (container).
Important: Do NOT use the hand
vacuum without the dust cup filter in
place.
Warning: After each Use - Always
remove and empty the Dust Cup Filter.
Replacement dust cup filter SKU# XSB031
for Model EP031
3. Empty the dust from the dust cup
(container).
4. Rinse the dust cup filter in cold water
and then wait 24 hours until it dries
completely before replacing back
into the dust cup (container).
5. When the dust cup filter is completely
dry, replace the dust cup filter carefully
back into the dust cup (container).
6. Attach the dust cup (container) to the
Hand Vacuum.
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or
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1. To open the Dust Cup (container),
push the dust cup release button
and detach the Dust Cup
(container). (Fig. 1)
2. Remove the dust cup filter. (Fig. 2)
CAUTION: The suction hole must be
open, free of any obstructions at all
times. Otherwise, the motor will overheat
and could become damaged.
Please Note
The Dust Cup Filter is washable. It should, however, be replaced every three
(3) months to ensure peak performance of your vacuum.
Important
Make sure that Dust Cup Filter is completely dry before re-installing back
in the hand vacuum.
Fig. 1
Fig.2
TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE
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PROBLEM POSSIBLE REASON POSSIBLE SOLUTION
HAND VACUUM
WILL NOT
OPERATE
1. Power cord not firmly plugged
into outlet.
2. No power in wall outlet.
3. Needs servicing.
1. Plug unit in firmly.
2. Check fuse or breaker.
Replace fuse/reset breaker.
3. Call 1-800-798-7398.
HAND VACUUM
WILL NOT PICK-UP
OR SUCTION
POWER IS WEAK
1. Dust cup is full.
2. Unit clogged.
3. Dust Cup Filter needs
cleaning or replacing.
1. Allow unit to cool down, then
Restart. Empty dust cup –
(see page 4).
2. Turn unit off and unplug
from wall outlet. Remove
Dust Cup Filter and check
for object(s) in air duct and
remove.
3. Clean or replace Dust Cup
Filter. (see page 4)
DUST ESCAPING
FROM HAND
VACUUM
1. Dust cup is full.
2. Dust Cup Filter is not
installed correctly.
3. There is a puncture/hole in
Dust Cup Filter.
1. Empty dust cup.
2. Review Dust Cup Filter
instructions. (see page 4)
3. Replace dust cup filter. (see
page 4)
HAND VACUUM
HOSE OR
BRUSHES WILL
NOT PICK-UP
1. Hose clogged.
2. Dust cup is full.
1. Remove hose and/or
bushes. Remove obstruction
from hose.
2. Empty and clean dust cup.
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