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Replacing the dust bag
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Figure
● If the dust bag change indicator in the lid is filled
completely when the floor tool is lifted from the floor
with the highest suction level selected, the dust bag
must be changed, even though it may not yet be full.
Even if the dust bag is not full, it may still need
changing, due to the type of dust which has been
vacuumed. First check that the nozzle, suction pipe
and flexible hose are not blocked, as this would also
lead to the dust bag change indicator being triggered.
● The hand grip can easily be detached from the hose
to remove blockages.
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Figure Opening the lid
a)Unlock the lid by pulling on the locking lever in the
direction of the arrow.
b)Open the lid in the direction of the arrow.
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Figure
a)Close the dust bag by pulling on the locking tab.
b)Take out the dust bag.
c) Insert a new dust bag.
d)Push the dust bag fully into the holder.
! Please note: the lid will only close if a dust bag has
been inserted.
Cleaning the motor protection filter
The motor protection filter should be cleaned regularly
by knocking out the dirt and rinsing.
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Figure
● Open the dust bag compartment lid.
a)Release the motor protection filter from the catch by
pulling it sideways, and pull it out in the direction of
the arrow.
b)Clean the motor protection filter by tapping out the
dirt.
c) If it is very dirty, the motor protection filter should be
rinsed.
● The filter must then be left to dry for at least 24
hours.
d)After cleaning, refit the motor protection filter into
the appliance, lock it in place and close the dust bag
compartment lid.
Vacuum cleaner with micro-hygiene filter*
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Figure
● Open the dust bag compartment lid.
a)Release the filter holder by moving the locking lever
in the direction of the arrow.
b)Remove the micro-hygiene filter.
c) The micro-hygiene filter can be rinsed out.
● The filter must then be left to dry for at least 24
hours.
d)Remove the micro-hygiene filter. Insert the new
micro-hygiene filter into the appliance.
e)Insert the filter holder into the appliance and lock it
in place.
Vacuum cleaner with HEPA filter*
If your vacuum cleaner is equipped with a HEPA filter,
this must be replaced once a year.
Figure
● Open the dust bag compartment lid.
● Unlock the Hepa* filter by moving the locking tab in
● Tap out the filter unit and rinse it under running
● Once the Hepa* filter has dried completely (at least
● Close the rear flap.
After vacuuming fine dust particles (e.g. gypsum, ce-
ment, etc.), clean the motor protection filter by tapping
it out or, if necessary, replace the motor protection
filter and exhaust filter.
Care
Always switch off the vacuum cleaner and disconnect it
from the mains before cleaning the vacuum cleaner.
The vacuum cleaner and plastic accessories can be
cleaned with ordinary plastic cleaner.
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If required, the dust compartment can be vacuumed
out with a second vacuum cleaner or simply with a dry
duster/ dusting brush.
Subject to technical modifications.
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* depending on model
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the direction of the arrow, and remove it from the
appliance.
water.
Alternatively, the unit can be cleaned in a washing
machine at max. 30 °C using a gentle programme
and the lowest spin speed.
TIP: To protect other laundry items, put the filter unit
into a laundry bag.
24 hours), insert it back into the appliance and lock
it in place.
Do not use abrasive materials, glass-cleaning
agents or all-purpose cleaning products. Never
immerse the vacuum cleaner in water.
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