Fantom Vacuum FM405 - Manual (Page 6)

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS cont. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Fig. 5
Fig. 4
Debris
Screen HEPA Filter
CAUTION : The suction hole must
be open, free of any obstructions at
all times. Otherwise, the motor will
overheat and could become damaged.
PLEASE NOTE: The white pleated
filter material in the HEPA Dust Cup
Filter will discolor over time -This is
NORMAL and will NOT affect the
performance of the filter. If the HEPA
Dust Cup Filter
is properly
"TapCleaned”
after each use
and suction
does not return
to 100%, then
we suggest that
the HEPA filter
be “TapCleaned”
vigorously until no
more dust can be removed, then
rinsed under the faucet and allowed to
air dry for 24 hours before refitting into
the vacuum. (Fig. A) Wash once a
month or when suction appears
reduced.
5. Vigorously “TapClean”
the HEPA Dust Cup
Filter on a hard
surface until no more
dust is observed
falling out from
between the pleats of
the filter. (Fig. 5)
Fig. 6
Debris
Screen
6. “TapClean” the Debris
Screen or rinse under
a faucet until clean.
(Fig. 6) Remember
that the Debris Screen
must be completely
air dried for 24 hours
before reinstalling
in the vacuum.
7. Replace the Debris Screen on the
HEPA Dust Cup Filter and reinstall
filter assembly in the vacuum. (not
shown)
Fig. A
Wash once a
month or when
suction
appears
reduced.
Warning: Allow 24
hours for drying before
replacing in unit.
Cleaning & Changing the
HEPA Dust Cup Filter
Warning: Always unplug the unit
from electrical outlet before opening
the Dust Cup (container).
Important: Do NOT use the HEPA filter
cartridge without the debris screen in
place.
Warning : After each Use - Always
remove the Filter Debris Screen
from the HEPA Dust Cup Filter, then
vigorously “TapClean” HEPA Filter until
no more dust can be removed.
Warning: Always unplug from
electrical outlet before opening the
dust cup (container).
Note: HEPA dust cup filter must be used
when operating the hand vacuum.
Using The Unit As A Hand
Vacuum
1. To open the dust
cup (container),
push the dust cup
release button and
pull out the dust
cup. Verify that the
HEPA dust cup filter is inside
(see illustration below), then re-
attach the dust cup (container) to
the hand vacuum.
2. To use the Hand Vacuum with the
shoulder strap, attach it to the unit as
shown below.
How To Operate Your
Hand Vacuum
1. Hold the hand vacuum firmly in your
hand by the Handle.
2. Push the On/Off Power Switch to
“On” position.
3. Start vacuuming.
CAUTION: The Hand Vacuum is
a very powerful unit. Make sure
that you hold it firmly, otherwise it
can slip out of your hand and cause
injury.
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4. To use the flexible hose, push
the end of the hose into the
suction hole, then attach the
desired accessory to the other
end of the flexible hose,
as shown below.
NOTE: The pet hair removal
attachment is for use on upholstery,
drapes and other fabric surfaces to
remove lint, pet hair, etc. THE PET
HAIR REMOVAL ATTACHMENT IS
NOT INTENDED TO BE USED AS A
PET GROOMING DEVICE.
3. To attach the oval dusting brush,
crevice brush or the pet hair
removal attachment to the Hand
Vacuum, push attachment into the
suction hole, as shown below.
Important: This unit is equipped with a
motor protective thermostat. If for some
reason the vacuum cleaner should
overheat, the thermostat will
automatically turn the unit off. Should
this occur:
• Push the On/Off button once.
• Disconnect the plug from the
power source.
• Check the source of overheating
problem. (i.e. clogged hose or
filter)
• If clogged hose or filter is found,
unclog the hose and replace the
filters.
• Wait at least 45 minutes before
attempting to reuse the vacuum.
• After unit has cooled down for
45 minutes, plug in the cleaner
and push the On/Off button. The
vacuum should start again.
• If the vacuum still does not start,
contact FANTOM customer service
at 1-800-275-9251.
IMPORTANT, Please Note : The
“TapClean” HEPA Dust Cup Filter &
Debris Screen will stop most of the tiniest
dust particles and airborne allergens from
re-entering the air you breathe. In fact it
stops 99.97% of all particles as small as
0.3 microns - many times smaller than a
human hair!!! Because of this incredible
filtration performance, the HEPA Dust Cup
Filter will quickly accumulate, inside the
white filter folds, many fine dust particles
that are difficult to see but which will
eventually block or reduce your suction
power - if not cleaned properly. Clean the
HEPA Filter and Debris Screen after each
use as described in this section.
1. To open the Dust Cup (container),
push button and detach the Dust
Cup (container ). (Fig. 1)
2. Pull out the HEPA Dust Cup Filter.
(Fig. 2)
Fig.2
Fig. 1
Fig. 3
3. Empty the dust from
the Dust Cup
(container). (Fig. 3)
4. Separate the debris
screen from the
HEPA filter cartridge
by grasping the
debris screen with
one hand and the
filter frame with the
other and pull apart.
(Fig. 4)
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