Before Use; Operating The Appliance For The First Time; Using The Vacuum Cleaner - Hilti VC 20-U-Y Manual De Instrucciones

m) Never pull the vacuum cleaner by the supply cord
to a new working position.
n) Never operate the appliance when it is dirty or
wet. Dust (especially dust from conductive ma-
terials) or dampness adhering to the surface of
the appliance may, under unfavorable conditions,
lead to electric shock. Dirty or dusty appliances
should thus be checked at a Hilti service center
en
at regular intervals, especially if used frequently
for working on conductive materials.
o) Check to ensure that the supply cord does not lie
in a puddle of water.
p) Do not use the power outlet or accessories when
the hands are wet.
5.2.7 Material picked up
a) Do not use the appliance to pick up flammable or
explosive dusts or dusts which present a health
hazard (magnesium or aluminium dust, asbestos,
etc.).
b) A vacuum cleaner of the dust class M is suitable for
picking up dry, non-flammable dusts, wood chips

6 Before use

6.1 Using the vacuum cleaner

CAUTION
The mains voltage must comply with the specification
given on the type identification plate. Ensure that the
appliance is disconnected from the electric supply.
DANGER
Connect the
earthed/grounded power sources.
CAUTION
Always check to ensure that the vacuum cleaner is
standing securely. Engage the castor brakes.
CAUTION
When fitting the top section of the vacuum cleaner,
take care to avoid pinching your fingers or damaging
the supply cord.
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appliance only to
or shavings, mineral dusts containing quartz and
hazardous substances with an exposure limit value of
≧0.1mg/m³. The vacuum cleaner must be equipped
with a filter suitable for the hazard classification
of the dusts to be picked up.
c) Do not use the appliance to pick up flammable,
explosive or aggressive liquids (coolants and lub-
ricants, gasoline, solvents, acids (pH<5), alkalis
(pH>12.5) etc.)
d) Switch the appliance off immediately if foam or
liquids escape from it.
e) Avoid contact with alkaline or acidic liquids. If
contact accidentally occurs, flush with water. In
the event of the liquid coming into contact with
the eyes, rinse the eyes with plenty of water and
consult a doctor.
f) Wear protective gloves when using the vacuum
cleaner to pick up hot materials with a max. tem-
perature of 60°C.
g) Do not pick up objects or materials that could
cause injury by piercing through the dust bag
(e.g. pointed or sharp objects).
5.2.8 Thermal
Do not use the vacuum cleaner to pick up hot mater-
ials with a temperature of over 60°C (glowing cigar-
ettes, hot ash, etc.).

6.1.1 Operating the appliance for the first time

1. Remove the appliance from the packaging and con-
nect the suction hose supplied to the hose socket.
NOTE Use the class M version for picking up dusts
with an exposure limit value of ≧ 0.1 mg/m³. Fit a
plastic dust bag for mineral dust or a paper dust
bag for wood chips or shavings in the container in
accordance with the instructions.
NOTE When used to pick up harmless dusts: Fit a
plastic dust bag in the container in accordance with
the instructions (see printed instructions).
properly
6.1.1.1 Fitting a paper dust bag for picking up
wood chips or shavings 2
1. Open the two catches.
2. Lift the vacuum cleaner top section away from the
waste material container.
3. Push the cardboard flange of the paper dust bag
into the plastic adapter.
4. Engage the plastic adapter with the paper dust bag
in the holder provided in the container.