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Maintenance

Here is what you can do to keep your appliance performing at its best.

Emptying and cleaning the dirt container and separator
Remove dirt bin

Remove the dirt container.

Empty bin

Whilst holding the dirt container over a bin, press the dirt release button to empty the dirt and debris. Push to close the dirt release flap

Open lid

Push the tab on the lid of the dirt container and lift to open.

Remove filter

Pull the filter tab and remove the filter from the separator.

Lift separator

Lift the separator from the dirt container.

Brush separator

Use a soft brush to remove any dirt or debris from the separator.

Refit filter

Re-fit the separator making sure it is aligned correctly, and re-fit the filter.

Refit bin

Close the dirt container lid and re-fit the dirt container on to the machine.

Clearing a blockage around the brushbar
Remove battery

Remove the battery from the machine.

Release brushbar

Using a coin, twist the end of the brush bar to release.

Remove brushbar

Pull to remove the brush bar.

Cut threads

Using a pair of scissors, cut along the groove to remove any hairs or threads.

Wipe housing

Clear any dirt/debris inside the brushbar housing.

Refit brushbar

Push the brushbar back in to the floorhead and twist to lock into place.

Cleaning the filters
Remove dirt bin

Remove the dirt container.

Lift lid

Push the tab on the lid of the dirt container and lift to open.

Pull filter

Pull the filter tab and remove the filter from the separator.

Tap filter

Tap the filter over the bin to remove any dirt and debris.

Rinse filter

Rinse the filter under the tap (40°C max, no detergent).

Air dry

Allow 24 hours to air dry.

Remove hose

Press the hose release clip and pull to remove the hose from the machine.

Remove exhaust filter

Press the tab at the top of the filter cover and pull to remove.

Remove filter

Press the tab at the top of the filter and pull to remove.

Check filter

Remove the sponge from the filter and check for any discolouration. Replace the filter when it is heavily discoloured. Do not wash.

Clearing a blockage from the brushroll
Remove battery

Remove the battery from the machine.

Release brushroll

Using a coin, twist the end of the brushroll to release. NOTE: The brushroll cover cannot be removed.

Remove brushroll

Pull the tab down to remove the brushroll.

Wipe brushroll

Use a damp cloth to remove any dirt/debris from the brushroll and allow the brushroll to fully air dry.

Wipe housing

Clear any dirt/debris inside the brushroll housing.

Refit brushroll

Refit the brushroll, pushing the tab in to place.

Lock brushroll

Twist the endcap to lock the brushroll in to place

Troubleshooting

Here is what you can do to keep your appliance performing at its best.

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