Care & Maintenance 5. Rinse the pre-filter, cyclone assembly, and dust compartment with water until they are clean, then set each component aside to thoroughly dry for at least 24 hours. Wipe the contact points of the vacuum cleaner with a soft dry cloth if they are dirty. Pre-filter Cyclone Assembly Dust Compartment Notes: Do not use detergents, polishes, or air fresheners to clean the dust compartment. Do not clean the dust compartment, pre-filter, or cyclone assembly in a dishwasher or washing machine, nor attempt to dry any component in a tumble dryer, oven, microwave, or near an open fire. Notes: The dust compartment should be rinsed out at least once a month.
The pre-filter and cyclone assembly should be cleaned once every 3 to 4 months. 16