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Cleaning the Appliance

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Before Cleaning the Appliance

To maintain the optimum suction power, the cyclonic mesh filter, the exhaust filter and the pre-filter should be cleaned regularly and washed under running water at least once a month.Turn off the power before cleaning the appliance.The frequency of cleaning varies depending on the usage environment and usage time. In a dusty environment, clean frequently.Never wash the nozzle, rotating brush or product body with water. Water could reach the motor and cause electric shock or fire.Do not allow foreign objects to enter the motor. Doing so may cause electric shock, fire or product damage.Do not insert fingers or sharp objects into the motor. Doing so could cause product damage, personal injury or electric shock.Do not apply force or allow impacts to the cyclonic mesh filter. Doing so could deform the filter, compromise product performance, or cause the product to malfunction.

Removing Foreign Objects

In order to maintain product performance, be sure to remove any foreign objects and dust from inside the product body, extension pipe or air inlets. Foreign materials inside the product can cause the product to be noisy, have poor suction, or shut down during operation.If the inside of the product body, extension pipe, inlets, pre-filter, or fine dust filter is clogged with foreign objects, the power will surge (alternating from Hi to Lo power) a few times to alert you to the blocked airflow. The appliance will then automatically turn off to prevent damage. Separate the battery from the product body and remove the foreign objects before resuming use of the appliance.

Cleaning the Dust Bin

Empty and clean the dust bin after every use.If the dust bin is completely full of dust or the filter is clogged, the suction power may be reduced.Remove the battery from the product body before cleaning the dust bin.Press the dust bin cover release button a to open the dust bin cover. Shake the dust bin to empty it.Be careful as dust or foreign objects may spill out when opening the dustbin. Empty the dust bin into a wastebasket or where dust and foreign objects can be easily removed.Insert the crevice tool c into the Cyclonic Mesh Filter b and turn it counterclockwise to remove the filter.Wash the Cyclonic Mesh Filter under running water.To avoid odor and the malfunction of the motor, allow the Cyclonic Mesh Filter to dry completely in a well-ventilated area out of direct sunlight for at least 24 hours before reassembling.Use the combination tool to clean out dust or foreign objects inside the dust bin.Never wash the product body with water. Water could reach the motor and cause electric shock or fire.Do not use the product body to suck up oils or any liquids, including water.Do not use the appliance without the Cyclonic Mesh Filter installed. Doing so could damage the product.Do not insert fingers or sharp objects into the motor to avoid product damage, personal injury, or electric shock.Do not allow foreign objects to reach the motor to avoid product damage, explosion or fire.Do not apply force or allow impacts to the Cyclonic Mesh Filter. Doing so could deform the filter, compromise product performance, or cause the product to malfunction.

Cleaning the Filters

Clean the pre-filter and exhaust filter regularly and wash them in running water at least once a month to maintain the optimum suction power of the appliance. The frequency of cleaning depends on where and how often you use the product. Clean the filters more frequently if the appliance is used regularly or in areas with a lot of dust.Filters are consumables. Please purchase more filters from an authorized service center.Remove the battery from the product body.Rotate the exhaust filter a to the unlocked position b to separate it from the product body.Lift out the pre-filter c from the product body.Use the combination tool d to clean any dust off the motor.Do not wash the motor with water.Clean the exhuast filter by brushing the dust off it regularly and wash it in running water at least once a month.To avoid odor and the malfunction of the motor, allow the exhaust filter to dry completely in a well-ventilated area out of direct sunlight for at least 24 hours before reassembling.Clean the pre-filter by brushing the dust off it regularly and wash it in running water at least once a month.To avoid odor and the malfunction of the motor, allow the pre-filter to dry completely in a well-ventilated area out of direct sunlight for at least 24 hours before reassembling.Insert the clean, dry pre-filter and rotate the exhaust filter to the locked position e to reassemble it on the product body.Do not use the appliance without the exhaust filter and pre-filter installed. Doing so could result in product damage.