Henry Contaminated Recovery System / Bacterial Growth

Unpleasant odour from exhaust air during use

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Possible Causes

Dirty recovery tank not cleaned after use, Old water left in tank, Contaminated hose and tools, Clogged filter with organic matter

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety: Unplug before cleaning. Avoid inhaling dust or mould.

  • Deep clean recovery tank:
    • Empty and wash the tank with warm water and mild detergent.
    • Rinse thoroughly and allow to dry.
  • Clean hoses and tools:
    • Flush the suction hose and floor tool with warm water and a disinfectant suitable for plastics.
  • Replace filters if heavily soiled:
    • Fit a new recovery tank filter if odour persists.
  • Prevent recurrence:
    • Always empty and rinse tanks and hoses after each use.
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Repair Difficulty

Very Easy 1/5

Required Part

Recovery Tank Filter
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