4 • Cleaning the HEPA filter* ref RS-RT3846* (17a)
- If necessary, remove the accessory support (30)* then place the vacuum cleaner in the vertical position (Fig.27).
- Open the HEPA filter hatch (Fig.28).
- Remove the HEPA filter from its housing (fig.29). Clean the HEPA filter by gently patting it over a dustbin (fig. 30).
- Reposition it in its housing (Fig.32).
- Reposition the hatch until you hear a click indicating that it is closed.
IMPORTANT: replace the HEPA filter every 12 months. The HEPA filter is available from your dealer or in Ap
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proved Service Centres.
5 • Wash the washable HEPA filter * ref. RS-RT3733* (17b)
Important!: only the HEPA filter ref RS-RT3733* should be washed.
- If necessary remove the accessory support (30)* then place the vacuum cleaner in the vertical position (Fig.27).
- Open the HEPA filter access hatch (Fig.28)
- Remove the HEPA filter from its compartment (fig.29).
- Tap the HEPA filter whilst holding it over a dustbin (Fig.30), then pass it under some running water and leave it
to dry for at least 24 hours (Fig.31) (make sure that the filter is well and truly dry before putting it back in place).
- Put the HEPA filter back in its compartment (Fig.32). Push the hatch back until you hear a locking click.
The washable HEPA filter* ref RS-RT3733 is available at shops or at Approved Service Centres.
6 • Cleaning the air/dust separator system (4)
- Remove the hose from the vacuum cleaner.
- Open the vacuum cleaner cover (fig. 21-22).
- Press the separator release button (fig.33) then remove from the separation system (fig.34).
- Remove the separation compartment (4c) by turning slightly to the left (fig.35) then separate the two components
(fig.36).
- Wash the components (4a+b and 4c) in clear water (fig. 37) and leave to dry for 6 hours.
- Refit the filter system components (4):
- Reposition the separation compartment (4c) on the separation system (4a+b) (fig. 38) by turning slightly until
you hear the click indicating that it is closed (fig. 39).
- Then reposition the entire separation system (4) in the appliance (fig. 40) and close the cover.
7 • Cleaning your vacuum cleaner
- Wipe the body of the vacuum cleaner and accessories with a soft damp cloth, then dry with a dry cloth.
- Wash the dust compartment (5a+ 5b) under clear or soapy water, then dry with a dry cloth.
IMPORTANT: do not use aggressive or abrasive detergents. The transparency of the dust compartment
and/or front cover and/or cover may change over time; this does not affect the appliance performance.
ATTENTION: do not wash the vacuum cleaner cover under clear water. Clean using a soft wet cloth.
IMPORTANT: stop your vacuum cleaner immediately by pressing the Start/Stop button as soon as it stops
performing as normal and before performing any checks.
If your vacuum cleaner will not start
• The appliance is not powered. Check that the appliance is plugged in correctly.
If your vacuum cleaner has no suction power
• An accessory, the tube, hose, separator (4a), air/dust separation grille (4b) or the separation compartment (4c) is
blocked: unblock them.
• Clean the HEPA filter ref RS-RT3846* (17a) as indicated in the procedure and put it back in its compartment or
wash the washable HEPA filter ref RS-RT3733* (17b) following the procedure shown and put it back in its com-
partment. If the HEPA filter is damaged, replace it.
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*According to model: these parts are specific to certain models or they are accessories that can be purchased separately.
