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AFS Micro Filter (specific types only)

Replace the AFS Micro Filter every 6 months.

The AFS Micro Filter will remove a large part of the smallest particles from the exhaust air.

1 Open the grill at the back of the appliance and take it out (fig. 29).

2 Remove the old filter and place the sides and the bottom edge of the new filter properly

behind the ridges of the holder on the inside of the grill (fig. 30).

3 Put the grill back into the vacuum cleaner by first hooking the bottom edge of the grill into

the appliance and then pushing the grill towards the appliance until it snaps home.

Make sure the filter has been placed properly.

HEPA Filter (specific types only)

Instead of the AFS Micro Filter, some appliances are equipped with the revolutionary HEPA Filter.

This filter does not only remove household dust, but also removes harmful microscopic vermin.

Replace the HEPA Filter at least once a year.

1 Open the filter grill and remove the HEPA Filter.

2 Place the new filter behind the brackets. Make sure that the Philips logo on the filter is visible

in the bottom right-hand corner (fig. 31).

3 Close the filter grill.

Ordering filters

Two AFS Micro Filters and one Motor Protection Filter are available under type number FC8032.

HEPA Filters are available under type number FC8044.

Environment

To make recycling possible, the plastics used for this appliance have been coded.

The cardboard packaging has been made of recycled material and is fully recyclable.

Insufficient suction power

1 Check if the dustbag needs to be replaced.

2 Check if the filters need to be replaced.

3 Check if the electronic suction power control knob is in maximum position.

4 Check if the nozzle, tube or hose is blocked up (fig. 32).

To remove the obstruction, disconnect the blocked-up item and connect it (as far as possible) in

reverse position. Switch the vacuum cleaner on to force the air through the blocked-up item in

opposite direction. Make the airflow suck the obstructing material out of the blocked-up item.

Guarantee & service

If you need information or if you have a problem, please visit the Philips Web site at

www.philips.com or contact the Philips Customer Care Centre in your country (you will find its

phone number in the worldwide guarantee leaflet). If there is no Customer Care Centre in your

country, turn to your local Philips dealer or contact the Service Department of Philips Domestic

Appliances and Personal Care BV.

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