22). Caution: Children are only allowed to empty and clean the dust bucket and clean or replace the filters under supervision. 8 English 1 Press the dust bucket release button, grab the dust bucket handle and lift the dust bucket out of the appliance. (Fig. 23) 2 Remove the lid of the dust bucket (Fig. 24). 3 Empty the dust bucket into a dustbin (Fig. 25). 4 Reattach the dust bucket lid (1) and close it (2) (Fig. 26). 5 Put the dust bucket back into the appliance and push down the top handle (‘click’) (Fig. 27). Caution:You should not rinse the dust bucket under the tap. If you accidentally did this anyway, make sure that you remove and dry the detachable cover before you put the dust bucket back into the appliance. (Fig. 28) Cleaning and replacing the filters Caution: Do not use any other filters. Use only original Philips HEPA filters. For moreinformation on ordering HEPA filters, see chapter ‘Ordering accessories’. Note: In case of normal use you do not have to replace the main filter. Note: Only replace the foam filter when it is very dirty and cannot be cleaned properly or when it is damaged. Cleaning the foam filter and the main filter Caution: For the best performance, clean both the main filter and the foam filter at least 4 times a year. Caution: Do not attempt to make the filter yourself, but only use an original Philips filter. 1 Remove the dust bucket and pull the main filter towards you (Fig. 29). 2 Take the blue foam filter out of the main filter. (Fig. 30) Tip:To prevent dirty hands, you can use the tag to remove the filter. 3 Clean the foam filter and the main filter under the tap (Fig. 31). Never use a brush or cleaning agent to clean the foam filter and the main filter. Do not clean them in the washing machine or dishwasher either. Note: Cleaning does not restore the original colour of the filter, but it does restore its filtration power. 4 Wring out the blue foam filter (Fig. 32). 5 Let the foam filter and the main filter dry for at least 24 hours, out of direct sunlight (Fig. 33). Make sure that the foam filter and the main filter are completely dry. Do not dry the foam filter and the main filter on the radiator or in the tumble dryer. 6 Press the foam filter back into the main filter. (Fig. 34) 7 Reattach the main filter to the dust bucket (Fig. 35). English To detach the filter grille, push the tab downwards (1) and pull the grille towards you(2). (Fig. 36) Pull out the Super Clean Air HEPA filter by pulling the tab towards you. (Fig. 37) Rinse the filter under a warm slow-running tap (Fig. 38). Cleaning the super Clean air HePa filter Clean the Super Clean Air HEPA filter ever y 6 months.You can clean the Super Clean Air Hepa filter max. 4 times. Replace the filter after it has been cleaned 4 times. 1 2 3 Never clean the filter with a brush. 4 Carefully shake the water from the surface of the filter. Let the filter dry completely (at least 2 hours) before you put it back into the vacuum cleaner. Note: Cleaning does not restore the original colour of the filter, but does restore its filtration power. 5 Click the filter back into place (Fig. 39). Note: Make sure the tab of the filter is located at the top. 6 Reattach the filter grille to the vacuum cleaner. (Fig. 40) replacing the super Clean air HePa Filter Caution: Use only original Philips filters. 1 To detach the filter grille, push the tab downwards (1) and pull the grille towards you(2). (Fig. 36) 2 Pull out the Super Clean Air HEPA filter pulling the tab towards you (Fig. 37). 3 Click the new Super Clean Air HEPA filter into place. (Fig. 39) Note: Make sure the tab of the filter is located at the top. 4 Reattach the filter grille to the vacuum cleaner. (Fig. 40) storage 1 2 3 Switch off the appliance and remove the mains plug from the wall socket. Press the cord rewind button to rewind the cord (Fig. 41). Put the appliance in upright position. Insert the ridge on the nozzle into the storage slot to store the tube, adjust the tube to the shortest length and then put away the appliance. (Fig. 42) ordering accessories To purchase accessories for this appliance, please visit our website If you have any difficulties obtaining accessories for your appliance, please contact the Philips Consumer Care Centre in your countr y.You will find its contact details in the worldwide guarantee leaflet.You can also visit philips.com/support. ordering filters -HEPA filters are available under type number FC8038. -Foam filters are available under type number FC8073. 10 English environment -Do not throw away the appliance with the normal household waste at the end of its life, but hand it in at an official collection point for recycling. By doing this, you help to preser ve the environment (Fig. 43). -To save energy, switch off the appliance when you stop vacuum cleaning, even if it is only for a shor t while. guarantee and service If you need ser vice or information or if you have a problem, please visit the Philips website...