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CLEANING
Dust bag full indicator (Fig. 16)
The dust bag full indicator (S) indicates when the
dust bag needs changing or the vacuum hose is
blocked.
You should change the bag before the full length
of the indicator turns red to guarantee optimum
hygiene and the quality of the air emitted into the
environment.
Replacing the dust bag
To change the paper dust bag, pull the bag com-
partment opening lever (fig. 17) and lift the cover.
Remove the bag carefully by pulling the fixing lever
towards you (fig. 18).
This moves the bag backwards and enables it to be
removed easily.
Thread the new bag into the guides and push as far
as it will go.
The bag provided with the appliance has a handy
closure to avoid dust leaks. Just pull the edge of the
paper until it is closed (fig. 19).
Hook the bag holder back in place and close the
cover of the appliance exerting light pressure.
You should change the dust bag frequently when
vacuuming up very fine dirt such as flour, talcum
powder, etc.
NB:
The appliance has a safety device which prevents
the dust bag compartment cover being closed
when there is no dust bag in place.
Motor protection filter
To extend the working life of the appliance and
protect the motor, it is vital to keep the motor pro-
tection filter clean.
To access the filter, open the dust collection con-
tainer, extract the dust bag and remove the filter
holder (fig. 20).
If the filter is not excessively dirty, simply remove
the dust.
If particularly clogged, it must be washed and
dried.
Make sure the filter is dry before putting it back in
the appliance.
When replacing the filter, make sure it is positio-
ned correctly.
Air outlet microfilter
Depending on the model, your appliance is fitted
with a microfilter or high efficiency filter (HEPA
Filter**). This is housed under the air outlet slits.
Remove the rear grill (E) (fig. 21), take out the filter
and wash with water.
When completely dry, put back in place then
reposition the grill correctly.
You should replace the filter at least every five dust
bag changes. For HEPA filter models, replace the
filter every four dust bag changes
.
** The HEPA Filter (High Efficiency Particulate Air)
removes impurities down to a size of 0.3 microns, fil-
tering all types of particle and even bacteria.
Important warning:
Never use the appliance without the filter.
Never wash the filter in the washing machine or dry
with a hairdryer.
"PARKING" POSITION
The appliance is provided with a clip at the bottom
to enable it to be put away safely and tidily in the
parking position (C) (Fig. 22)
If you have to interrupt cleaning for a brief period,
the appliance has a convenient "parking" system.
Insert the bracket on the brush joint (N) into the
clip (C) at the rear of the appliance (Fig. 23).
IMPORTANT WARNING
Malfunction of the appliance (low power, unusual noise
or complete breakdown) could be caused by obstructed
nozzles or hoses or faulty electrical components.
Check the nozzles, dust bag and motor protection filter.
If this does not resolve the problem, take the appliance to
an authorised service centre.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR CORRECT DISPOSAL
OF THE PRODUCT IN ACCORDANCE WITH EC DIRECTIVE
2002/96/EC.
At the end of its working life, the product must not
be disposed of as urban waste. It must be taken to a
special local authority differentiated waste collection
centre or to a dealer providing this service.
Disposing of a household appliance separately avoids
possible negative consequences for the environment and
health deriving from inappropriate disposal and enables
the constituent materials to be recovered to obtain signifi-
cant savings in energy and resources.As a reminder of
the need to dispose of household appliances separately,
the product is marked with a crossed-out wheeled dust-
bin.
