14Maintenance of air filterA clogged air filter reduces the quantity of cir-culating air and the efficiency of the applian-ce. Clean filter every week using a vacuumcleaner.Removal and replacement of air filterGently pull filter upwards.Push down to replace.Cleaning procedureTo remove dust deposited on filter, use avacuum cleaner. If it is very dirty, soak inlukewarm water and rinse thoroughly. Thetemperature of the water must be kept below104°F. After washing, leave filter to dry beforereplacing.END OF SEASON OPERATIONS1) Disconnect plug.2) Remove tank and empty it.3) Some water may remain in the tank. Toavoid unpleasant odors, pour two spoonsof bleach into the tank.4) Drain water from collecting tray.5) Remove exhaust hose.6) Clean filter and dry well before replacing.7) Cover appliance with a polyethylene bagto prevent dust from entering.You can use the polyethylene bag inclu-ded in the packaging.Remove dust with avacuum cleanerRinse with runningwaterfig. 26fig. 27fig. 28fig. 29fig. 25 The appliance is equipped with an exclusiveeletrostatic filter.If you want to use the electrostatic filter,remember to remove the anti-dust filter andreplace it with the eletrostatic.The special high-efficiency electrostatic filtercan capture very small particles (up to 0.3microns in size). The filter is active in all of thefunctions.Replace the filter at the end of each season,or when depleted. The filters are available atthe authorized Dè Longhi service centers orDè Longhi sales outlets.Do not attempt to clean the electrostatic filter, asthis may diminish its filtering capacity.ELECTROSTATIC FILTERAir filter cleaningpac360U OK GB 24-04-2003 16:32 Pagina 14