Dirt Devil UD40140 Revision 3 (5/2003) - Page 9

W...A..R..N-IN.G-:.TO- RE-D- U~ CE THE RISK OF INJURY FROM MOVING PARTS - UNPLUG BEFORE SERVICING. For filter replacement (Part # 2-J00280-000) please call 1-800-321-1134 or visit www.dirtdevil.com to locate a dealer nearest you. NOTE: Unplug cleaner before changing filter. NOTE: For best performance, replace filter yearly. Depress latch to remove dirt container from cleaner. Remove lid by grasping both handles and turning lid counterclockwise. Hold the dirt container and grasp the top of filter. Twist and pull the filter up and out. Clean filter and empty dirt con- tainer completely. See "Regular Maintenance" note below for instructions on cleaning the filter. Return filter to dirt container. Pushfilter intoplaceto prevent dirt leakage. Retum dirt container to cleaner. *REGULAR MAINTENANCE: Each time the dirt containeris emptied, the filter should be cleaned. Tap the filter firmly against the inside o f a trash can until the dirt stops falling from the filter. (Filter will be discolored after use, this will not affect the filter's performance.) Do not brush the filter. The cleaning instructions may vary depending on the dirt conditions. In some cases, more or less cleaningo f the filter may be required.