17. If necessary, rinse out the exhaust fi lter thoroughly with clean, lukewarm water.
ATTENTION: Do not in any case clean the fi lter in the washing machine or
dishwasher! Then shake off any remaining water and let the fi lter air dry completely
before reinstalling it.
18. Once all parts are dry, place the exhaust fi lter back in the holder and then into the
fi lter compartment.
19. Fit the compartment cover again and press it down until it engages audibly.
Storage
•
You can hook the fl oor nozzle into the bracket on the back of the device for convenient
storage and push the telescoping tube together as far as possible.
•
Store the vacuum cleaner in a dry, cool indoor room that is not accessible for children
and animals.
Troubleshooting
If your device no longer functions properly, exhibits damages or requires a spare part,
please contact our customer service centre. For your own safety, do not perform any
repairs yourself. The following table gives you tips on how to resolve minor problems
yourself.
Problem
The
vacuum
cleaner
has
suction power.
The suction power
is weak.
The
device
emits dust when
vacuuming.
The
power
cord
cannot be wound
up completely.
An
unpleasant
odour
develops
when vacuuming.
Potential cause/solution/tips
•
Is the mains plug not correctly connected with the socket?
Correct the position of the mains plug.
•
Is the socket defective? Try another socket.
no
•
Check the fuse for your mains connection.
•
Are the fi lters plugged? Clean the dust and exhaust fi lter.
•
Is the auxiliary air valve on the handle open? Close it.
•
Is the dust bin too full? Empty the bin.
•
Are the fi lters very dirty? Clean them.
•
Is the nozzle, telescoping tube or suction hose plugged?
Turn the device off, pull the mains plug out of the socket and
remove the obstruction (also see chapter "Assembly").
•
Has the dust bin not been closed properly and/or is it not
(properly) inserted in the device? Correct this.
•
The cord has not been properly wound up in the device. Pull
it out somewhat and then push the button
the cord winder again.
•
Are
you
An odour often develops when using new devices for the
fi rst time. The odour should disappear once you have used
the device a few times.
using
the
device
29
for engaging
for
the
fi rst
time?