6.8 Emptying dry dust from the waste material container
1. Pull the plug out of the power outlet.
2. Lift the vacuum cleaner top section away from the waste material container and place
it on a level surface.
3. Remove the dust bag from the waste material container or grip the container by the
recess provided and empty it by tipping out the contents.
4. Fit the vacuum cleaner top section onto the waste material container and close the
two catches.
6.9 Emptying the waste material container when no dust bag is fitted (picking up
liquids)
1. Disconnect the supply cord plug from the power outlet.
2. Lift the vacuum cleaner top section away from the waste material container and place
it on a level surface.
3. Grip the waste material container by the recess provided and empty it by tipping out
the contents.
4. Clean the edge of the waste material container with a cloth.
5. Fit the vacuum cleaner top section onto the waste material container and close the
two catches.
7 Care, maintenance, transport and storage
7.1 Care and maintenance of the appliance
WARNING
Electrical hazards. Improper repairs to electrical parts may lead to serious injuries.
▶ Electrical parts may be repaired only by trained electrical specialists.
▶ Keep the appliance, especially its grip surfaces, clean and free from oil and
grease. Do not use cleaning agents containing silicone.
▶ Never operate the vacuum cleaner when the air vents are blocked. Clean the air vents
carefully using a dry brush. Do not permit foreign objects to enter the interior of the
appliance.
▶ Clean the outer surfaces of the appliance with a slightly damp cloth at regular intervals.
Do not use a spray system, pressure jet washer or running water for cleaning as this
may negatively affect the electrical safety of the appliance.
7.2 Automatic filter cleaning
Note
Do not attempt to clean the filter element by knocking it against a hard object and
do not use pointed instruments. This will reduce the life of the filter element.
Do not use compressed air to clean the filter element. This may cause tears in the
filter material.
The condition of the filter element deteriorates with use.
▶ Replace the filter element at least every six months.
▶ However, if used intensively, the filter element should be replaced more often.
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