Melissa 640-170 - Manual (Page 20)

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Emptying the dust container and cleaning the
permanent filter
It is easy to see when the transparent dust container
needs emptying. Empty the dust container regularly,
and never use the appliance when it is full.
• Remove the dust container by pressing the lock
button on the container handle and removing the
container from the appliance.
• Take the dust container to a dustbin.
• Press the release button (19) on the back of the dust
container (see photo). The hinged base (20) will flip
down and the dust will fall out. NOTE! Never press
the release button unless you are holding the dust
container over a dustbin or similar waste receptacle.
o Close the dust container again by flipping the
hinged base up and pressing it into place until it
locks into position with a click.
• Remove the permanent filter from the dust container
and clean the parts (refer to Cleaning below).
o Grip the handle on the dust container with one
hand and the handle (21) on the filter element
(22) with your other hand. Turn handle anti-
clockwise to unlock.
o Remove the permanent filter from the dust
container.
o Grip the filter jacket (23)
with one hand and the
top of the filter element
with your other hand (see
photo). Turn the filter
element slightly until the
lock dowels are clear of
the slots and remove the
filter jacket.
• Reassemble the dust
container after cleaning.
o Insert the filter element
into the filter jacket and
then turn the filter
element slightly until the
lock dowels lock into the
slots.
o Insert the permanent filter into the dust container
and turn the handle clockwise to lock into
position.
• Replace the dust holder in the appliance.
o Turn the dust container so that the lock button
on the handle faces you.
o Insert the dust container into the appliance and
press until it clicks into position.
STORAGE
• Before putting the appliance away, rewind the cord.
Switch off at the socket, unplug, and press the
automatic cord rewind button (2) until the cord is
fully rewound.
o Keep hold of the plug when rewinding the cord,
so that it does not bump against the appliance or
any other objects in the vicinity.
• Park the floor nozzle in the holder on the back of the
appliance. Store the appliance in a clean and dry
place.
• Do not place heavy objects on top of the appliance.
CLEANING
When cleaning the appliance, you should pay attention
to the following points:
• Unplug the appliance before cleaning it.
• Never submerge the appliance in water and make
sure no water enters the appliance.
• Clean the appliance by wiping it with a damp cloth.
A little detergent can be added if the appliance is
heavily soiled.
• Do not use scouring pads, steel wool or any form of
strong solvents or abrasive cleaning agents to clean
the appliance, as they may damage the outside
surfaces of the appliance.
• IMPORTANT! Allow to dry fully after cleaning before
using again. Do not use the appliance if damp.
• The dust container and the permanent filter can be
washed with ordinary soapy water. Ensure all parts
are completely dry before replacing and them and
using the appliance again (refer to Emptying the
dust container and cleaning the permanent filter
above).
• Make sure the exhaust filter is kept clean (refer to
Replacing the exhaust filter above).
o Shake and beat the filter pad carefully to remove
dust and dirt.
o The filter pad and the holder can be washed
carefully in warm water with a little soap if
necessary.
o Check the filter pad is completely dry before
replacing in the appliance. NEVER insert a wet
filter into the appliance.
• Replace filters with the same type when worn or
cannot be cleaned properly.
INFORMATION ON DISPOSAL AND RECYCLING OF
THIS PRODUCT
Please note that this Adexi product is marked with this
symbol:
This means that this product must not be disposed of
along with ordinary household waste, as electrical and
electronic waste must be disposed of separately.
In accordance with the WEEE directive, every member
state must ensure correct collection, recovery, handling
and recycling of electrical and electronic waste. Private
households in the EU can take used equipment to
special recycling stations free of charge. In some
member states you can in certain cases return the used
equipment to the retailer from whom you purchased
it, if you are purchasing new equipment. Contact your
retailer, distributor or the municipal authorities for
further information on what to do with electrical and
electronic waste.
GUARANTEE TERMS
The guarantee does not apply:
• if the above instructions have not been followed
• if the appliance has been interfered with
• if the appliance has been mishandled, subjected to
rough treatment, or has suffered any other form of
damage