User manual PHILIPS FC8397

[. . . ] - Do not point the hose at the eyes or ears nor put it in your mouth when the vacuum cleaner is switched on and the hose is connected to the vacuum cleaner. - When the vacuum cleaner is used to suck up fine dust, the pores of the dustbag may become clogged, causing the passage of air through the dustbag to become obstructed. as a result , the dustbag-full indicator will indicate that the dustbag needs to be replaced. Even though the dustbag may not be full, it must be replaced. [. . . ] - Never use the appliance without the Motor Protection Filter. This could damage the motor and shorten the life of the appliance. - Only use Philips double-layer paper dustbags or the reusable dustbag provided. - Noise level: Lc = 82 dB [A] electromagnetic fields (eMF) This Philips appliance complies with all standards regarding electromagnetic fields (EMF). If handled properly and in accordance with the instructions in this instruction manual, the appliance is safe to use according to scientific evidence available today. Preparing for use Hose 1 To connect the hose, push it into the appliance and turn it clockwise (Fig. To disconnect the hose, turn it anticlockwise and pull it out of the appliance. Tubes 1 Connect the tubes to each other and to the handgrip by inserting the narrow section into the wider section while turning it a little. The tube with the clip is the lower tube (Fig. Disconnect the accessories and tubes by pulling them and turning them a little. For removing and inserting the reusable dustbag, simply follow the instructions for replacing paper dustbags. To empty the reusable dustbag: 1 Remove the clip by sliding it off the dustbag sideways (Fig. 3 Close the dustbag by sliding the clip back onto the bottom edge of the dustbag. replacing filters Always unplug the appliance before replacing the filters. Motor Protection Filter Replace the Motor Protection Filter when you insert the first of a new set of dustbags. 3 Replace the filter and put the filter holder back into the appliance (Fig. 3 Remove the old filter and place the new filter in the holder (Fig. 4 Put the filter holder back into the appliance with the filter facing the vacuum cleaner. 5 Put the grille back into the vacuum cleaner by first hooking the bottom edge into the appliance and then pushing the grille towards the appliance until it locks into place with a click (Fig. Ordering dustbags and filters If you have any difficulties obtaining dustbags, filters or other accessories for this appliance, please contact the Philips Customer Care Centre in your country or consult the worldwide guarantee leaflet. [. . . ] 5 Put the grille back into the vacuum cleaner by first hooking the bottom edge into the appliance and then pushing the grille towards the appliance until it locks into place with a click (Fig. Ordering dustbags and filters If you have any difficulties obtaining dustbags, filters or other accessories for this appliance, please contact the Philips Customer Care Centre in your country or consult the worldwide guarantee leaflet. - Philips double-layer paper dustbags are available under type number FC8046. - A new Motor Protection Filter and a new Exhaust Filter are provided free of charge with each new set of dustbags. [. . . ]