Sharp EC-S5170 ECS5170 Operation Manual - Page 12

MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS HOW TO CLEAN THE NET FILTER ASSEMBLY 1 Slide net filter assembly out of dirt compartment. 2 Unscrew the filter element from the assembly. (Fig.25) 3 Wipe excess dust from the net filter. 4 Wash net filter with water, using a soft sponge. Unscrew 5 Allow net filter assembly to completely dry before replacing it, then insert it into the dirt compartment. CAUTION: Do not use chemicals, bleach or hot water to clean the dirt compartment. Wash with water using a soft sponge. Do not dry with hair dryer or heater. Net Filter Filter Assembly Fig.25 HOW TO CLEAN THE MAIN FILTER 1 Hold the top handle glip, and release the filter clamp then remove the filter cover to open. Filter Cover 2 Remove main filter from the filter box and scrub the filter. 3 Wash the filter with soap and water. 4 Allow the filter to completely dry before putting back in the filter compartment. 5 Replace the filter cover onto the filter compartment, interlocking the latch portions. Filter Clamp Top Handle Grip Latch Portion Filter Compartment Main Filter Fig.26 CAUTION: Do not use a washing machine for cleaning. Do not dry with hair dryer or heater. Be sure the filter is set in the right position. NOTE: For maximum performance we recommend to clean this filter every time you empty the dirt compartment. 12