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Wash the filter - step by step guide

Turn power off and unplug the machine.

diagram showing plug being removed

Step 1 - Removing the filter

  • Press red button to release cyclone and bin from the machine. Lift catch and lift out the pre-filter.

diagram showing how to remove the filter



Step 2 - Filter washing

  • Run cold water through the open end of the filter for approximately 10 seconds (Please do not use detergent, do not wash in a dishwasher or washing machine).
  • Turn the filter up side down and tap 10 times.
  • Squeeze and twist the filter.
  • Repeat until clean.

diagram showing how to wash the filter

Step 3 - Filter drying

  • Leave the filter to dry upside down or on its side in a warm place for 24 hours.
  • Ensure filter is completely dry before refitting into machine.

Do not dry the filter in a tumble dryer, oven, microwave or near a naked flame.

diagram showing how to dry the filter



Step 4 - Refitting the filter

  • Push pre-filter into cyclone top.
  • Close the handle down until it clicks into place.

diagram showing how to refit the filter

Step 5 - Reassemble the machine

  • Refit cyclone top and bin assembly to the machine.

diagram showing how to reassemble the machine