Electromagnetic Fields (Emf); Preparing For Use; Cleaning And Maintenance - Philips FC8443 Mode D'emploi

Caution
- Do not vacuum up large objects as this may cause the air passage in the tube or hose to
become obstructed.
- When you use the vacuum cleaner to vacuum ashes, fine sand, lime, cement dust and
similar substances, the pores of the dustbag and the motor protection filter become clogged.
If you notice a strong decrease in suction power, replace the dustbag and clean the motor
protection filter.
- Never use the appliance without a dustbag or the motor protection filter. This could damage
the motor and shorten the life of the appliance. Only use Philips s-bag
reusable dustbag.
- Noiselevel: Lc= 84 dB(A)

Electromagnetic fields (EMF)

This Philips appliance complies with all standards regarding electromagnetic fields (EMF). If handled
properly and according to the instructions in this user manual, the appliance is safe to use based on
scientific evidence available today.

Preparing for use

hose
1 To connect the hose, push the hose connector into the hose connection opening
('click') (Fig. 2).
2 To disconnect the hose, press the release buttons (1) and pull the hose connector out of the
hose connection opening (2) (Fig. 3).
Tube parts
1 Push the handgrip into the suction tube. (Fig. 4)
To remove it, turn the handle slightly and pull it off the tube.
2 Insert one tube part into the other part.
Combination nozzle
You can use the combination nozzle on carpet (with the brush strips folded in) or on hard floors
(with the brush strips folded out).
Using the appliance
Vacuum cleaning
1 Pull the cord out of the appliance and insert the mains plug into the wall socket.
2 Press the on/off button on top of the appliance with your foot to switch on
the appliance (Fig. 5).
Note: If you want to pause for a moment, insert the ridge on the nozzle into the parking slot to park the
tube in a convenient position (Fig. 6).

Cleaning and maintenance

The plug must be removed from the socket-outlet before cleaning or maintaining the appliance.
1 Clean the appliance and its parts with a damp cloth.
Do not clean any part of the vacuum cleaner in the dishwasher.
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