3 • Cleaning the HEPA filter
Your vacuum cleaner is fitted with a HEPA filter (5b3).
If you notice your vacuum cleaner losing power, then we recommend that you clean the HEPA filter to
retain vacuum performance:
- remove the cover from the vacuum cleaner
- remove the dust container by sliding it slightly downwards
ner cap (5c)
(Fig. 19-20-21)
- pull out the HEPA
Replace the HEPA filter inside the dust container cap, refit the dust container elements, then refit the
complete assembly onto the vacuum cleaner. Refit the vacuum cleaner cover (7).
4 • Clean your vacuum cleaner
Wipe the body of the appliance and the accessories with a soft damp cloth and then dry.
ADVICE AND PRECAUTIONS
• Before every cycle of use, the cord must be fully unwound.
• Do not enter corners and do not pass over sharp shards.
• Do not move the vacuum cleaner by pulling the cord, but use the carrying handle.
• Do not lift the appliance by the cord.
• If you are using an extension cable, ensure that it is in perfect condition and matches the power of
your vacuum cleaner.
• Do not unplug the appliance by pulling the cord.
• Stop and disconnect your vacuum cleaner after each utilisation cycle.
• Only use dry accessories and original Rowenta pieces.
• Verify that all filters are in place.
• Never use without dust container and filter.
• In case of difficulty in obtaining accessories and filters for the vacuum cleaner, contact Rowenta
Consumer Service on 0845 302 1454
WHAT TO DO IF...
IMPORTANT
When your vacuum cleaner is not working as it should be and before any verification, stop it by using
the stop/start pushbutton and unplug.
Your vacuum cleaner
will not start or does
not suck.
Your vacuum cleaner
has less suction
power, makes a
noise, and whistles.
If a problem persists, take your vacuum cleaner to the nearest approved Rowenta Service Centre. See
the list of approved Rowenta Service Centres or contact Rowenta Customer Service: 0845 302 1454
(Fig. 12)
filter and tap it lightly over a waste container
• The appliance is not receiving current: check that it is correctly connected.
• An accessory or the tube is blocked: unblock the accessory or the pipe.
• The cover is badly closed or cannot be closed: check the position/or the
presence of the dust container and re-close the cover.
• An accessory or the tube is partially blocked: unblock the accessory or the
tube.
• The dust container is full or saturated with fine dust: replace the dust
container.
• The HEPA filter is saturated: clean the HEPA filter if 6 months of use have
elapsed, otherwise change it following instructions in the notice.
• The power control is in minimum position: increase the power using the
power control (except when cleaning fine fabrics).
• The suction fitting is difficult to move: reduce the power using the power
control.
(Fig. 13)
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then remove the dust contai-
(Fig. 22)
(Fig. 23)
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