Operation Manual

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Tip: The handle is equipped with an exhaust air
valve. Open this valve (by sliding the cover) to
reduce the suction force when cleaning upholstery
or rugs or light, movable objects.
Normally the exhaust air valve should be closed to
prevent the unnecessary reduction of the suction
force.
Cleaning the Device
CAUTION!
❐ Empty the dust container if it is full and clean the fi lter regularly to prevent overhea-
ting of the motor.
❐ Always remove the mains plug from the plug socket before doing any cleaning of
the device.
❐ Keep the device, the cable and the mains plug away from water or other liquids in
order to avoid electric shocks. Make sure that no liquid gets into the device during
cleaning. Only the plastic dust fi lter, the foam fi lter and the exhaust air fi lter may be
cleaned with water. However, they must be completely dry before they are put back
into the device.
❐ Never clean the dust fi lter in the dust container lid using water or other liquids! Only
the foam fi lter inside the dust fi lter may be cleaned with water after removal!
❐ The fi lters are neither machine-washable, dishwasher-safe nor suitable for tumble
drying! Only ever dry the fi lters in the air, and never use a hair dryer to do so.
❐ Do not use any sharp or abrasive cleaning agents or cleaning pads to clean the
device. These could damage the surfaces.
• Clean the dust fi lter, the plastic dust fi lter and the exhaust air fi lter regularly, or if you
notice a reduction in the suction power.
• Clean the housing if necessary using a damp, soft cloth. Dry it with a soft cloth.
• Remove hair and fl uff from the nozzles at regular intervals.
The fi lters may lose some of their colour over time. This is normal and does not
have any adverse effect on function.
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