Bissell OptiClean Bagged Canister 42Q8 User Guide - Page 11

Maintenance and care Cleaning the Post-Motor Filters The HEPA Media Filter* and the PostMotor Filter are located in the back of your canister, between the power button and automatic cord rewind. To access the post-motor filters, lift up on both of the filter storage tabs to open the post-motor filter compartment. Both filters should be regularly checked, and cleaned if they appear dirty or if you notice excessive amounts of dust inside the canister. They need to be replaced if severely damaged or torn. Cleaning / Replacing the HEPA Media Filter* NOTE: The HEPA Media Filter* is a white, pleated filter. This filter is NOT washable. If this filter is damaged or worn, it will need to be replaced. 1. Unplug the vacuum from the electrical outlet. 2. Lift up on both of the filter storage tabs to open the post-motor filter compartment. 3. Remove the HEPA Media Filter* by grasping the lip of the filter frame and lifting upwards. NOTE: The HEPA Media Filter* should not be touched; when handling be sure to touch only the white plastic frame. 4. To clean the HEPA Media Filter*, hold over a trash can and gently tap the frame of the filter to remove excess dust. NOTE: If the HEPA Media Filter* is still excessively dirty, or is damaged or torn, it will need to be replaced. 5. Replace the filter in the compartment, with the white plastic tab facing out. 6. Press down on the filter storage door and snap back into place to close the filter compartment. *The filter media, not the vacuum as a whole, complies with the IEST-RP-CC001.5 or the EN-1822-1:2009 HEPA standard. w w w. b i s s e l l . c o m Tip: For maximum cleaning performance, check the filters often and clean or replace if necessary. 3. HEPA Media Filter* WARNING: Do not operate cleaner with damp or wet filters or without all filters in place. 11 800.237.7691