Important
Read these instructions for use carefully before using the appliance and save them for future
reference.
◗ Only use Philips s-bag` double-layer paper dustbags.
◗ Never suck up water or any other liquid.Never suck up flammable substances and do not
suck up ashes until they are cold.
◗ Only allow children to operate the vacuum cleaner under close supervision.
◗ Do not point the hose at the eyes or ears nor put it in your mouth when the vacuum
cleaner is switched on and the hose is connected to the vacuum cleaner.
◗ When the vacuum cleaner is used to suck up fine dust, the pores of the dustbag may become
clogged, causing the passage of air through the dustbag to become obstructed.As a result,the
dustbag-full indicator will indicate that the dustbag needs to be replaced,even though the
dustbag is not full at all.
◗ Never use the appliance without the Motor Protection Filter.This could damage the motor
and shorten the life of the appliance.
Preparing for use
Connecting accessories
Hose
1 To connect the hose, push it firmly into the appliance ('click').
2 To disconnect the hose, push the buttons on the swivel and pull the hose out of the
appliance (fig. 1).
Tube
There are two types of coupling systems. Depending on the type, this appliance is equipped with
one of them. See the systems displayed in the following pictures.
Conical coupling (specific types only)
1 Connect the tubes to the handgrip by inserting the narrow section into the wider section
while turning it a little (fig. 2).
2 To disconnect the tubes from the handgrip, pull while turning a little.
Button coupling (specific types only)
1 Connect the tube to the handgrip by pressing the spring-loaded lock button on the handgrip
and inserting the handgrip into the tube. Fit the spring-loaded lock button into the opening in
the tube ('click') (fig. 3).
2 To disconnect the tube from the handgrip, press the spring-loaded lock button and pull the
handgrip out of the tube.
3 Use the same method to connect and disconnect the other accessories.
Telescopic tube (specific types only)
1 Adjust the tube to the length you find most comfortable during vacuum cleaning (fig. 4).
Tri-Active nozzle
1 The Tri-Active nozzle is a multi-purpose nozzle for carpets and hard floors (fig. 5).
- The side brushes catch more dust and dirt at the sides of the nozzle and allow you to clean
better along furniture and other obstacles.
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