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CLEANING THE POST-MOTOR HEPA FILTER
1 Remove the tool caddy from the unit.
2 Remove the filter cover from the vacuum by pulling
up on the tab and pulling the cover away from the
vacuum. (fig. 15)
3 Take out the HEPA filter by pulling it straight out.
4 Turn the filter over so that the dirty side is on
the bottom and vigorously tap it clean against a
garbage can to remove any dust. (fig. 16)
5 Wash the filter under the tap using lukewarm
water with the dirty side face down until the water
runs clear. (fig. 17)
6 Allow the filter to air dry for 24 hours. Do not use a
hair dryer or other heating methods to dry.
7 Once the HEPA filter is dry, replace it back into the
vacuum.
8 Replace the cover by inserting the two tabs into
the holes at the top and then swinging the cover
down until it clicks into place.
CLEANING THE PRE-MOTOR FILTERS
1 Remove the dust cup.
2 Remove the pre-motor filters out from the top of
the motor base. (fig. 14)
3 Rinse the filters thoroughly in lukewarm water until
the water runs clear.
4 Squeeze out excess water and let air-dry for at
least 24 hours before replacing. Do not use a hair
dryer or other heating methods to dry.
5 Place the felt filter in first, then the foam filter.
6 Replace the dust cup.
COMPONENT
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Rinse and air dry every month under normal use.
Empty each time you vacuum.
Pre-Motor Foam Filter
Dust Cup
Rinse and air dry every month under normal use.
Pre-Motor Felt Filter
Clean once every 24 months under normal use.
Post-Motor HEPA Filter
1
2
3
4
IMPORTANT: Loss of Suction may occur if foam
filter is not cleaned every month. Rinse and allow to air
dry completely. Tap loose dirt from foam filter as needed
in between washing. Foam filter may appear dirty after
use - this is normal.
Post Motor
HEPA Filter
Fig. 15
Fig. 16
Pre-Motor
Foam Filter
Felt Filter
Fig. 14
Fig. 17
DO NOT operate the vacuum without ALL the filters in place.
DO NOT operate the vacuum with WET filters.
DO NOT put the filters in the washing machine or dishwasher.
NOTE: The material in the filters will discolor over time. This is
NORMAL and will not affect the performance of the filters.
Maintenance
For best results empty the Dust Cup
after each use; empty several times
during prolonged usage or when it
reaches the MAX fill line.
NEVER OVER-FILL THE DUST CUP.
CAUTION:
Unplug the vacuum;
failure to do so might
result in electric shock.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, unplug the unit before performing any cleaning, maintenance, or
troubleshooting checks.
Reassemble all parts securely before operating vacuum.
EMPTYING THE DUST CUP
The Dust Cup needs to be emptied each time you
vacuum and periodically during cleaning, when the
Dust Cup appears full.
1 Press the dust cup release button and remove the
dust cup from the vacuum. (fig. 10)
2 Option A: for Quick Empty:
Insert the Dust Cup deep inside a trash receptacle
to contain the dust and debris.
Press the bottom door release button to release
the trap door. Tap gently to empty contents.
(fig. 11)
Press the door shut again until it clicks.
3 Option B: For Allergy Sufferers:
Wrap a trash bag around the Dust Cup leaving
space at the bottom for the door to swing open.
Locate the bottom door release button within the
trash bag and press to release as you shake the dust
cup to empty dust and debris. (fig. 12)
Press the door shut again until it clicks.
Note: Option B can also be performed outside of
the home to further minimize releasing dust back
into the air. Carry just the dust cup and trash bag
outside.
4 Check to make sure the trap door is secure before
returning it to the Vacuum.
5 To clean the upper compartment of the dust cup,
press the top door release button to open.
(fig. 13) Empty the contents over a trash
receptacle and push the door shut until it clicks
into place.
Fig. 10
Fig. 11
Fig. 13
Bottom Door
Release
Fig. 12
Top Door
Release
Dust Cup
Release