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itself on again, disconnect it from the mains supply, and
wait for approximately 45 minutes before reconnecting.
If the machine does not start again seek authorised tech-
nical assistance.
Cleaning
Disconnect the appliance from the mains and let it cool
before undertaking any cleaning task.
- Clean the equipment with a damp cloth with a few
drops of washing-up liquid and then dry.
- Do not use solvents, or products with an acid or base
pH such as bleach, or abrasive products, for cleaning the
appliance.
- Do not submerge the appliance in water or any other
liquid, or place it under a running tap.
Changing the dust bag:
- Change the dust bag when there is a noticeable reduc-
tion in the suction power of the appliance. (The dust bag
does not necessarily have to be full to need changing;
for example, if very fine dust has been vacuumed this
can cover the pores in the bag and make it necessary to
replace it).
- In any case, change the bag when the bag full indicator
is completely red.
- Disconnect the hose from the vacuum cleaner’s air
intake. (Fig 3).
- Open bag compartment cover. (Fig 4).
- Remove the bag from the bag support.
- Check the condition of the motor filter.
- Replace the bag with another one, fitting it to the bag
support.
- Close the bag compartment cover; making sure it is
shut properly.
- Connect the hose to the vacuum cleaner’s air intake.
Changing the filters:
- Motor filter, it is advisable to be changed at least once a
year or every 100 hours of the appliance’s use.
- HEPA air vent filter (High efficiency air filter that
efficiently retains spores, ash, sawdust, pollen…), it is
advisable to change it a least once a year or after every
100 hours of use.
- To remove filters:
Motor filter:
- Disconnect the hose from the vacuum cleaner’s air
intake. (Fig 3).
- Open bag compartment cover. (Fig 4).
- The filter motor can be found in the motor’s turbine air
entrance. (Fig. 5)
Outlet filter:
- The outlet filter is located at the back of the vacuum
cleaner. Remove the part which fixes the filter. (Fig.6)
- Remove the filter from its housing.
- To reassemble the filter, proceed with the above ins-
tructions, in reverse order.
Anomalies and repair
- Take the appliance to an authorised technical support
service if problems arise. Do not try to dismantle or
repair without assistance, as this may be dangerous.
- If the connection to the mains has been damaged, it
must be replaced and you should proceed as you would
in the case of damage.
For EU product versions and/or in case that it is reques-
ted in your country:
Ecology and recyclability of the product
- The materials of which the packaging of this appliance
consists are included in a collection, classification and
recycling system. Should you wish to dispose of them,
use the appropriate public recycling bins for each type
of material.
The product does not contain concentrations of substan-
ces that could be considered harmful to the environment
This symbol means that in case you wish to
dispose of the product once its working life has
ended, take it to an authorised waste agent for
the selective collection of waste electrical and
electronic equipment (WEEE)
This appliance complies with Directive 2006/95/EC on
Low Voltage and Directive 2004/108/EC on Electromag-
netic Compatibility.
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