Dirt Container & Filter: Removal & Replacement/Clearing Blockages/storage
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6. Dirt Container & Filter: Removal and
Replacement
IMPORTANT: Always unplug the vacuum cleaner
from the electrical outlet before removing the dirt
container.
IMPORTANT: Do NOT use the vacuum cleaner
w
ithout ALL of the filters in place.
Emptying the Dirt Container
1. Press the dirt container release latch on the top of
the vacuum cleaner to pull out the dirt container. (Fig
6/1)
2. Press the button located at the bottom of the dirt
container, below the hose connection, to empty the
dirt into a rubbish bin. When all of the dirt has fallen
close the dirt container flap and replace the dirt
container.
Cleaning the central filter
1. Remove the dirt container as directed.
2. Release the pre-motor filter cover located at the
back of the dirt container.
3. Turn the locking mechanism anti-clockwise to
access the central filter (Fig 6/2)
4. Gently tap the filter against the side of the rubbish
bin to remove excess dirt.
5. Return the central filter to the dirt container and turn
the locking mechanism clockwise to secure.
6. Hook the pre motor filter cover back into place.
Pre-motor filter
1. Remove the dirt container as directed.
2. Release the pre-motor filter cover located at the
back of the dirt container and remove the pre-motor
filter
3. The pre-motor filter can be washed in warm water
(max 40Cº). Allow to air dry for 24 hours before
replacing
NOTE: Do not use any detergents or boiling water to
wash the filter. Vax recommends washing the filter
every 6-12 months, when it appears soiled or when
there is a loss of suction.
4. Replace the pre-motor filter and cover before re-
starting the vacuum cleaner.
Post-motor filter
NOTE: This is located at the top rear of the vacuum
cleaner
1. Release the post motor filter cover and remove the filter.
2. The post-motor filter can be washed in warm water
(max 40Cº). Allow to air dry for 24 hours before
replacing
NOTE: Do not use any detergents or boiling water to
wash the filter. Vax recommends washing the filter
every 6-12 months, when it appears soiled or when
there is a loss of suction.
3. Replace the pre-motor filter and cover before re-
starting the vacuum cleaner.
7. Clearing Blockages.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock, the
power cord must be disconnected before performing
maintenance/troubleshooting checks.
1. Turn the vacuum cleaner off and unplug from the
electrical outlet.
2. The flexible hose can be disconnected from the
vacuum cleaner by pushing in the button on the hose
and pulling away from the machine. Remove any
blockages found and then reconnect the hose
securely.
Removing Blockages from the TurboTool
Rotate the locking ring 180
°
, then tur
n the TurboTool
over. Pivot the lower housing open and then remove
any obstructions. To re-assemble, ensure the tables
ar
e engaged, pivot the lower housing closed and r
e-
position the locking ring.
8. Storage.
IMPORTANT: Always unplug the vacuum cleaner
from the electrical outlet and rewind the power cord as
dir
ected befor
e storing.
Fig.6/1
Fig.6/2
