ORIGINAL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
VC 20-U-Y/VC 20-UM-Y/VC 40-U-Y/VC 40-UM-Y wet / dry
vacuum cleaner
en
It is essential that the operating instructions
are read before the appliance is operated for
the first time.
Always keep these operating instructions to-
gether with the appliance.
Ensure that the operating instructions are
with the appliance when it is given to other
persons.
Contents
1 General information
1 These numbers refer to the corresponding illustra-
tions. The illustrations can be found on the fold-out cover
pages. Keep these pages open while studying the oper-
ating instructions.
1 General information
1.1 Safety notices and their meaning
DANGER
Draws attention to imminent danger that will lead to
serious bodily injury or fatality.
WARNING
Draws attention to a potentially dangerous situation that
could lead to serious personal injury or fatality.
CAUTION
Draws attention to a potentially dangerous situation that
could lead to slight personal injury or damage to the
equipment or other property.
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Printed: 28.03.2019 | Doc-Nr: PUB / 5140202 / 000 / 04
In these operating instructions, the designation "the ap-
pliance" always refers to the VC 20-U-Y/ VC 20-UM-Y/
VC 40-U-Y/ VC 40-UM-Y wet/dry vacuum cleaners. The
information given in these operating instructions applies
to all 4 versions unless explicitly stated that it refers only
to the VC 20-UM-Y / VC 40-UM-Y.
Parts, operating controls and indicators 1
Grip
@
Control switch
;
Catch
=
Waste material container
Page
%
Gripping areas
20
&
Hose socket
21
(
Cover for hose socket (only
23
)
VC 20-UM-Y/ VC 40-UM-Y)
24
Power outlet for power tools
25
+
Hose holder
28
§
Supply cord stowage point
30
/
Vacuum cleaner top section
33
:
Battery cover locking clip
34
·
Hose diameter selector switch (only
36
$
VC 20-UM-Y/ VC 40-UM-Y)
37
Pushbar attachment point (pushbar is an access-
37
£
ory)
Charging status indicator
|
Filter cleaning system ON / OFF button
¡
Charging station status indicator
Q
Battery compartment (left/right)
W
Filter cover retaining screws
E
Automatic filter cleaning system status indicator
R
NOTE
Draws attention to an instruction or other useful informa-
tion.
1.2 Explanation of the pictograms and other
information
Prohibition signs
Transport by
crane is not
permissible.