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USER MANUAL PERFORMER COMPACT AIRFLOWMAX F PHILIPS

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Filter cylinder case Dust bucket release button Dust bucket Hose connection opening Suction power buttons (MIN and MAX) Suction power lights Filter-Clean button On/off button Cover Motor protection filter Wheel Cord rewind button Hose release button Hose connector Handgrip Accessory holder Small brush (specific types only) Small nozzle Crevice tool Parquet nozzle (specific types only) Tri-Active nozzle (specific types only) Parking/storage ridge Rocker switch for carpet/hard floor settings Side brush Combination nozzle (specific types only) Rocker switch for carpet/hard floor settings Telescopic tube Ultra Clean Air HEPA 13 filter Filter grille Mains cord Parking slot Swivel wheel Storage slot Type plate Important

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Danger -- Never suck up water or any other liquid. Never suck up flammable substances and do not suck up ashes until they are cold.

-- Check if the voltage indicated on the appliance corresponds to the local mains voltage before you connect the appliance. -- Do not use the appliance if the plug, the mains cord or the appliance itself is damaged. -- If the mains cord is damaged, you must have it replaced by Philips, a service centre authorised by Philips or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard. -- This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. -- Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance. -- Do not point the hose, the tube or any other accessory at the eyes or ears nor put it in your mouth when it is connected to the vacuum cleaner and the vacuum cleaner is switched on. Caution -- Do not suck up large objects, as this may cause the air passage in the tube or hose to become obstructed. -- When you use the vacuum cleaner to vacuum ashes, fine sand, lime, cement dust and similar substances, the pores of the filter cylinder become clogged. If you notice a strong decrease in suction power, clean the filter cylinder. -- Sucking up large objects may cause the air passage in the tube or hose to become obstructed. If this happens, the obstruction needs to be removed. -- Never use the appliance without the motor protection filter. This damages the motor and shortens the life of the appliance. -- The filter cylinder is not waterproof and cannot be cleaned with water or cleaning agents. Only clean the filter with the Filter-Clean system. -- Only use the Philips filter cylinder supplied with the appliance. -- During vacuum cleaning, especially in rooms with low air humidity, your vacuum cleaner builds up static electricity. As a result you can experience electric shocks when you touch the tube or other steel parts of your vacuum cleaner. These shocks are not harmful to you and do not damage the appliance. To reduce this inconvenience we advise you: 1 to discharge the appliance by frequently holding the tube against other metal objects in the room (for example legs of a table or chair, radiator etc.); 2 to raise the air humidity level in the room by placing water in the room. For example, you can hang containers filled with water from your radiators or place bowls filled with water on or near your radiators.

Electromagnetic fields (EMF) This Philips appliance complies with all standards regarding electromagnetic fields (EMF). If handled properly and according to the instructions in this user manual, the appliance is safe to use based on scientific evidence available today. Preparing for use Hose 1 To connect the hose, push it firmly into the appliance (‘click’).

2 To disconnect the hose, press the release button (1) and pull the hose out of the appliance (2).

1 To connect the tube to the handgrip of the hose, press the springloaded lock button on the handgrip and insert the handgrip into the tube. Fit the spring-loaded lock button into the opening in the tube (‘click’). 2 To disconnect the tube from the handgrip, press the spring-loaded lock button and pull the handgrip out of the tube. Use the same method to connect and disconnect the nozzles. 3 Adjust the tube to the length you find most comfortable during vacuum cleaning.

Tri-Active nozzle (specific types only)

The Tri-Active nozzle is a multi-purpose nozzle for carpets and hard floors. -- 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.

-- The opening at the front of the nozzle allows you to suck up larger particles.

1 To clean hard floors, push the rocker switch on top of the nozzle with your foot.

,, The brush strip for cleaning hard floors comes out of the housing. At the same time, the wheel is lifted to prevent scratching and to increase manoeuvrability.

2 To clean carpets, push the rocker switch again.

,, The brush strip disappears into the nozzle housing and the wheel is lowered automatically.

Combination nozzle (specific types only)

The combination nozzle can be used on either carpets or hard floors. 1 To clean hard floors, push the rocker switch on top of the nozzle with your foot. ,, The brush strip for cleaning hard floors comes out of the nozzle housing.

2 To clean carpets, push the rocker switch again. ,, The brush strip disappears into the nozzle housing.

Parquet nozzle (specific types only)

-- The parquet nozzle is designed for gentle cleaning of parquet floors.

Crevice tool, small nozzle and small brush (specific types only)

1 Connect the crevice tool (1), the small nozzle (2) or the small brush (3) directly to the handgrip or to the tube.

1 Snap the accessory holder onto the handgrip. 2 Snap two accessories into the accessory holder:

-- Crevice tool and small nozzle.

Note: Make sure the suction opening of the small nozzle points away from the holder.

-- Crevice tool and small brush.

Note: Make sure the suction opening of the small brush points towards the holder.

1 Pull the cord out of the appliance and put the mains plug in the wall socket. 2 Press the on/off button on top of the appliance to switch on the appliance.

Adjusting suction power

During vacuum cleaning, you can adjust the suction power to one of 5 different settings. -- You can adjust the suction power with the MIN and MAX buttons (specific types only) on top of the appliance.

Pausing during use 1 If you want to pause for a moment, insert the ridge on the nozzle into the parking slot to park the tube in a convenient position.

Using the Filter-Clean button

A clean filter cylinder helps maintain high suction power. Always press the Filter-Clean button when you have finished vacuum cleaning. The filter-cleaning process only needs to be performed once to guarantee proper cleaning of the filter. 1 Switch off the appliance and leave the mains plug in the wall socket during the filter-cleaning process. 2 Keep the appliance in horizontal position, with all wheels touching the floor. Always leave the hose connected to the appliance during the filtercleaning process to prevent dust from being blown out of the appliance. 3 Press the Filter-Clean button. ,, The light in the Filter-Clean button goes on and you hear a beep before the filter-cleaning process starts. ,, During the filter-cleaning process, the appliance produces a rattling noise. This is completely normal. ,, When the filter-cleaning process is finished, you hear a beep and the light in the Filter-Clean button goes out.

4 You can also press the Filter-Clean button during vacuum cleaning.

,, When you do this, the motor stops running and the filter cleaningprocess starts. During the filter-cleaning process, the appliance does not suck up dirt. ,, When the filter-cleaning process is finished, the light in the FilterClean button goes out. The motor automatically starts running again and you can continue vacuum cleaning. Note: If you fail to press the Filter-Clean button after vacuuming several times, the light in the Filter-Clean button starts flashing. This tells you that you need to press the Filter-Clean button to prevent the filter from becoming clogged. Cleaning and maintenance Always press the Filter-Clean button when you have finished vacuum cleaning.

If you persistently fail to press the Filter-Clean button when the light in the Filter-Clean button flashes, the filter cylinder clogs up with dirt and the suction power becomes insufficient.

If this happens, clean the filter cylinder as described below. Cleaning the dust bucket and filter cylinder Always unplug the appliance before you empty the dust bucket. The dust bucket is not dishwasher-proof. 1 Empty the dust bucket as soon as the dust level has reached the round disc of the filter cylinder case. 2 Switch off the appliance, remove the mains plug from the wall socket and disconnect the hose from the appliance.

3 Unlock the cover by pressing the release button on top of the handle of the dust bucket (1). Swing open the cover (2).

4 Lift the dust bucket out of the appliance.

5 Hold the dust bucket over a dustbin and lift the filter cylinder case out of the bucket. Empty the bucket.

6 Clean the dust bucket with cold tap water and some washing-up liquid.

7 Gently tap the filter cylinder case against the dustbin to release all fine dust from the case.

8 If you want to clean the filter cylinder case more thoroughly, first remove the filter cylinder from the case. To remove the filter cylinder, turn the handle on top of the filter cylinder anticlockwise (1) and lift the filter cylinder out of the case (2).  

9 Then clean the filter cylinder case with a dry cloth or with cold tap water and some washing-up liquid.

Do not clean the filter cylinder case with the filter cylinder in it under the tap.

10 To clean the filter cylinder, gently tap the plastic rim of the filter cylinder against the dustbin to release all fine dust from the filter.

The filter cylinder is not waterproof and cannot be cleaned with water or cleaning agents.

11 Put the filter cylinder back into the filter cylinder case and turn the handle clockwise until the filter cylinder locks into position. Make sure the filter cylinder is securely fixed in the filter cylinder case (‘click’). Make sure that the filter cylinder case is dry before you reinsert the filter cylinder into it. 12 Put the case with the filter cylinder in it back into the dust bucket and put the dust bucket back into the appliance.

Make sure that the dust bucket is dry before you reinsert the filter cylinder case.

If you have not reinserted the filter cylinder case, the suction power lights start flashing and the appliance cannot be switched on. 13 Close the cover firmly (‘click’). 14 Put the plug in the wall socket. Make sure the appliance is in horizontal position, with all wheels touching the floor, and the hose is connected to the appliance. 15 Press the Filter-Clean button. 16 For the best result, empty the dust bucket when the filter-cleaning process is finished (see section ‘Cleaning the dust bucket and filter cylinder case’). Permanent motor protection filter Clean the permanent motor protection filter every two months. 1 Unplug the appliance. 2 Take the motor protection filter out of the appliance. Clean the filter by tapping the dust out of it over a dustbin. If the motor protection filter is very dirty, you can also rinse it with cold tap water. Do not use washing-up liquid or any other cleaning agent to clean the motor protection filter. 3 Press the clean filter firmly back into the filter compartment to ensure that it is properly placed. Make sure that the motor protection filter is completely dry before you put it back into the filter compartment. Washable Ultra Clean Air HEPA 13 filter The Ultra Clean Air HEPA 13 filter is able to remove 99.95% of all particles down to 0.0003mm in size from the outlet air. This not only includes normal house dust, but also harmful microscopic vermin such as dust mites and their excrements, which are well-known causes of respiratory allergies. Clean the washable Ultra Clean Air HEPA 13 filter every 6 months. You can clean the washable Ultra Clean Air HEPA 13 filter max. 4 times. Replace the filter after it has been cleaned 4 times. 1 Remove the filter grille.

2 Take out the washable HEPA 13 filter. 3 Rinse the pleated side of the HEPA 13 filter under a hot slowrunning tap.

-- Hold the filter in such a way that the pleated side points upwards and the water flows parallel to the pleats. Hold the filter at an angle so that the water washes away the dirt inside the pleats.

-- Turn the filter 180° and let the water flow along the pleats in opposite direction.

-- Continue this process until the filter is clean.

Never clean the washable filter with a brush.

Note: Cleaning does not restore the original colour of the filter, but does restore its filtration power. 4 Carefully shake the water from the surface of the filter. Let the filter dry at least 2 hours before you put it back into the vacuum cleaner.

5 Put the filter back into the appliance. Reattach the top of the filter grille and push the bottom corners until they snap home (‘click’).

Before you store the appliance, always make sure you have cleaned the filter cylinder by pressing the Filter-Clean button (see section ‘Using the Filter-Clean button’ in chapter ‘Using the appliance’). 1 Switch off the appliance and remove the mains plug from the wall socket. 2 Press the cord rewind button to rewind the mains cord.

3 Put the appliance in upright position. Insert the ridge on the nozzle into the storage slot to attach the nozzle to the appliance.

4 Always put the Tri-Active nozzle in the carpet setting (brush strip retracted into the nozzle) when you store it. Also prevent the side brushes from becoming bent

Ordering accessories

If you have any difficulties obtaining filters or other accessories for this appliance, please contact the Philips Customer Care Centre in your country or consult the worldwide guarantee leaflet. -- Washable Ultra Clean Air HEPA 13 filters are available under type number FC8038. 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 preserve the environment.

Guarantee & service If you need information or if you have a problem, please visit the Philips website at www.philips.com or contact the Philips Customer Care Centre in your country. You find its phone number in the worldwide guarantee leaflet. If there is no Customer Care Centre in your country, go to your local Philips dealer or contact the Service Department of Philips Domestic Appliances and Personal Care BV. Troubleshooting This chapter summarises the most common problems you could encounter with the appliance. If you are unable to solve the problem with the information below, contact the Customer Care Centre in your country. 1 The light in the Filter-Clean button flashes. -- The filter cylinder needs to be cleaned. Press the Filter-Clean button to clean the filter cylinder. 2 The appliance cannot be switched on and the suction power lights flash. -- The filter cylinder case with the filter cylinder in it has not been inserted into the dust bucket. Insert the filter cylinder case with the filter cylinder. 3 The suction power is insufficient. -- Perhaps you have selected a low suction power setting. Select a higher suction power setting. -- Perhaps the filter cylinder is filled with dirt. If necessary, clean this filter. -- Perhaps the motor protection filter and/or the Ultra Clean Air HEPA 13 filter are dirty. Clean or replace the filters. -- Check if the nozzle or the hose is blocked up. To remove the obstruction, disconnect the blocked-up item and connect it (as far as possible) the other way around. Switch on the vacuum cleaner to force the air through the blocked-up item in opposite direction