User manual PHILIPS FC8716

[. . . ] - When you use the vacuum cleaner to vacuum ashes, fine sand, lime, cement dust and similar substances, the pores of the filter cylinder become clogged. If you notice a strong decrease in suction power, clean the filter cylinder. - Never use the appliance if the filter cylinder, filter cylinder case and the dust bucket are not properly installed or if the cover is not closed properly. - Always unplug the appliance before you empty the dust bucket or clean the filter cylinder. [. . . ] With the other hand, hold the telescopic tube and press the tube release button (1) and pull the tube off the handgrip (). Attaching the standard handgrip (specific types only) 1 To connect the telescopic tube to the handgrip, press the springloaded lock button on the handgrip (1) and insert the handgrip into the tube (). Fit the spring-loaded lock button into the opening in the tube (`click'). To disconnect the tube from the handgrip, press the spring-loaded lock button and pull the handgrip out of the tube. 1 To connect the hose, insert the hose fastening hook into the opening (1) and then push the hose connector downwards (`click') (). To disconnect the hose, press the release buttons (1) and pull the hose connector out of the hose connection opening (). Move the tube lock up or down until the handgrip is at hip level. To connect the tube to a nozzle, press the spring-loaded lock button on the tube and insert the tube into the nozzle. Fit the spring-loaded lock button into the opening in the nozzle (`click'). - To disconnect the tube from the handgrip, press the spring-loaded lock button and pull the handgrip out of the tube. Accessory holder (specific types only) 1 Slide the accessory holder with accessories onto the handgrip (`click'). Always switch off the appliance and unplug it before you remove and clean any parts. Emptying the dust bucket Empty the dust bucket as soon as the dust level has reached the round disc of the filter cylinder case. Pull the dust bucket retainer downwards to release the dust bucket. You can clean the dust bucket with cold tap water and some washing-up liquid. 6 Putthefiltercylindercasebackintothedustbucketandputthe bucket back into the appliance. Makesureyouhaveinsertedthefiltercylinderintothefiltercylinder case, otherwise it is not possible to close the dust bucket retainer. Do not use any soap, washing-up liquid or other detergent to clean the filter cylinder. Let the filter cylinder dry completely before you reinsert it into the case. If the motor protection filter is very dirty, you can also rinse it with cold tap water. Do not use washing-up liquid or any other cleaning agent to clean the motorprotectionfilter!Let the filter cylinder dry completely before you reinsert it into the appliance. [. . . ] - Super Clean Air filters are available under type number FC8032. - Super Clean Air HEPA filters are available under type number FC8044. Environment Do not throw away the appliance with the normal household waste at the end of its life, but hand it in at an official collection point for recycling. By doing this, you help to preserve the environment. [. . . ]