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AEG Electrolux FM72 Disassembly for cleaning

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  1. AEG Electrolux FM72 Disassembly for cleaning, Opening the Device: step 1, image 1 of 3 AEG Electrolux FM72 Disassembly for cleaning, Opening the Device: step 1, image 2 of 3 AEG Electrolux FM72 Disassembly for cleaning, Opening the Device: step 1, image 3 of 3
    • Open the lid by pressing the grey button and lifting it away.

    • Clean each of the plastic parts with soap and water, and then leave them out to dry.

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  2. AEG Electrolux FM72 Disassembly for cleaning, Opening the Electronic Case: step 2, image 1 of 3 AEG Electrolux FM72 Disassembly for cleaning, Opening the Electronic Case: step 2, image 2 of 3 AEG Electrolux FM72 Disassembly for cleaning, Opening the Electronic Case: step 2, image 3 of 3
    • Follow these steps to open the electronic casing.

    • Remove the four screws as shown in picture two.

    • A long Phillips screwdriver is needed for step two.

    • Remove the fifth screw at the bottom as shown in picture three.

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  3. AEG Electrolux FM72 Disassembly for cleaning: step 3, image 1 of 3 AEG Electrolux FM72 Disassembly for cleaning: step 3, image 2 of 3 AEG Electrolux FM72 Disassembly for cleaning: step 3, image 3 of 3
    • Gently pry the device open, using an iSesamo opener.

    • Now the I/O button can be removed.

    • Completely replacing this entire part requires desoldering wire connections.

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  4. AEG Electrolux FM72 Disassembly for cleaning, cleaning electronics: step 4, image 1 of 2 AEG Electrolux FM72 Disassembly for cleaning, cleaning electronics: step 4, image 2 of 2
    • Now the electronic components can be cleaned using an air compressor.

    • In picture one, you can see the PCBs. Under the PCB, you'll see blue batteries. These are 2 x 3 AA rechargeable batteries .

    • If the dust bag needs to be replaced, remove its securing screws.

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Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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Hello

How can i repair the electric wire on this device please ?

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Hallo

Which electric wire do you mean? Can you send in a picture? Does it need soldering?

Kind regards

Kevin

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How can I disassemble the motor parts for cleaning?

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