Philips FC9160 User Manual
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emptying the reusable dustbag (specific countries only)
In some countries, this vacuum cleaner also comes with a reusable dustbag that can be used and
emptied repeatedly. You can use the reusable dustbag instead of disposable dustbags.
1
Remove the reusable dustbag from the appliance and the holder as described in section
‘Replacing the disposable dustbag’ above.
2
Slide the clip off the dustbag sideways.
3
Shake out the contents into a dustbin.
4
To close the dustbag, slide the clip back onto the bottom edge of the dustbag.
5
Reinsert the reusable dustbag into the holder and the appliance as described in
section ‘Replacing the disposable dustbag’ above.
Maintenance
Always unplug the appliance before you clean or replace the filters
Note: Only wipe the body of the appliance with a moist cloth.
Permanent motor protection filter
To guarantee optimal performance, clean the permanent motor protection filter every time you
replace or empty the dustbag.
1
Remove the dustbag holder with the dustbag (Fig. 33).
2
Press the filter holder release tab (1) and take the filter holder out of the appliance (2).
Take the motor protection filter out of the filter holder. (Fig. 36)
3
Shake the filter over a dustbin to clean it.
4
Put the clean filter back into the filter holder. Fit the two lugs of the filter holder behind the
ridge at the bottom to ensure that it fits properly at the top (1). Then press home the filter
holder (‘click’) (2) (Fig. 37).
5
Place the dustbag holder with the dustbag back into the appliance.
HePa 13 filter
The HEPA 13 filter is able to remove 99.95% of all particles down to 0.0003mm in size from the
outlet air. This not only includes normal house dust, but also harmful microscopic vermin such as
dust mites and their excrements, which are well-known causes of respiratory allergies.
Note: To guarantee optimal dust retention and performance of the vacuum cleaner, always replace the
HEPA filter every 2 years with an original Philips filter of the correct type (see chapter ‘Ordering
accessories’). You can dispose of the old filter with the normal household waste.
replacing the HePa 13 filter
1
Open the filter grille (Fig. 38).
2
Take out the washable HEPA 13 filter (Fig. 39).
3
Put the filter back into the appliance (Fig. 40).
4
Close the filter grille and push the bottom corners until they snap home (Fig. 41).
Note: For optimal results, replace the HEPA 13 filter every 2 years. If you want to minimise the impact on
the environment, you can wash the HEPA 13 filter.
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