Cleaning the accessories
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Clean the accessories with running wa-
ter or specific cleaners / degreasers after
each use.
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Thoroughly clean the rubber squeegees
checking that they are not damaged.
WARNING:
Do not use undiluted bleach to clean the
accessories and especially for rubber
squeegees.
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Thoroughly clean the O-rings (46 Fig.
20) of the extension tubes and ergonomic
handle, lubricating them with silicone
grease; replace if damaged.
Checking and cleaning the nylon fil-
ter
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Release the levers (37 Fig.12) and re-
move the cover (38 Fig.13) complete with
motor.
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Remove the nylon (40 Fig. 13) filter.
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Clean the nylon filter (40 Fig. 21) from
the inside out with a blast of air; the filter
can be washed (40 Fig. 21) in warm wa-
ter and must only be replaced once it is
completely dry. If it is too dirty, replace it.
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Reassemble all the parts by following the
dismantling process steps in the reverse
order.
Checking and cleaning the motor
protection filter
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Remove the cylinder head as previously
indicated.
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Remove the filter (39 Fig. 22)
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Wash the filter (39 Fig. 23) with warm
running water removing all foreign par-
ticles and reassemble only after a thor-
ough drying.
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Insert the filter (39 Fig. 22) on the motor
hood then through the straps (47 Fig. 22)
hooking the elastic part on the top of the
filter with washers (48 Fig. 22)
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Reassemble in reverse order.
Periodic checks
Checking the air outlet filter
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Loosen the screws (49 Fig. 24) and re-
move the cover (50 Fig. 24).
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Remove the filter sponge (51 Fig. 25) and
clean it with a blast of air (Fig. 26).
The filter sponge can be washed in warm
water and must only be replaced once it
is completely dry. If it is too dirty, replace
it with a new one.
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Reassemble all the parts by following the
dismantling process steps in the reverse
order.
Water suction filter cleaning
(for models with tank)
If you notice that the water is not drawn
correctly you need to check and clean the
suction filter positioned within the tank.
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Using a screw driver, loosen the suction
cap (52 Fig. 27) and remove it from the
tank with the relative suction hose.
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Remove the filter (53 Fig. 27) and wash it
under running water; if it is too clogged it
should be replaced.
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Reassemble all of the parts performing
these operations in the reverse order.
Cleaning the water tank
(for models with tank)
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Remove the cylinder head (38 Fig. 13) as
described in the relevant paragraph.
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Using a screwdriver, release the suction
cap (52 Fig. 23) and pull it out with its
suction tube from the tank.
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Disconnect the tube (54 Fig. 28).
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Lift the tank (26 Fig. 28) from its joint.
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Rinse the inside of the tank with clean
water and reassemble in reverse order.
Checking the floater
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Remove the top as shown above.
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Check If the floater (55 Fig. 29) is In
good condition and if it moves freely in its
space.
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