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▶ Write down the serial number in the table below. You will be required to state the product details when
contacting Hilti Service or your local Hilti organization to inquire about the product.
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Product information
Wet / dry vacuum cleaner
Generation
Serial no.
1.6 Declaration of conformity
We declare, on our sole responsibility, that the product described here complies with the applicable directives
and standards. A copy of the declaration of conformity can be found at the end of this documentation.
The technical documentation is filed here:
Hilti Entwicklungsgesellschaft mbH | Tool Certification | Hiltistrasse 6 | 86916 Kaufering, Germany
2 Safety
2.1 Safety instructions
2.1.1 General safety instructions
In addition to the safety instructions given in the various sections of these operating instructions, the following
points must be strictly observed at all times.
▶ Read all the instructions. Failure to follow all the instructions listed below may result in electric shock,
fire and/or serious injury.
▶ If the appliance is used in conjunction with an electric tool, read and follow the operating
instructions for the electric tool and all the warnings.
▶ Modification of the appliance is not permitted.
▶ Use the right appliance for the job. Do not use the appliance for purposes for which it was not
intended. Use it only as directed and when in faultless condition.
▶ Before beginning work with the appliance, find out how to operate it correctly and about any
hazards associated with the materials it will be picking up and how these materials can be
disposed of.
▶ Take the influences of the surrounding area into account. Do not use the appliance where there is
a risk of fire or explosion.
▶ The appliance may only be used by persons who are familiar with it, have been trained on how to
use it safely and who understand the resulting hazards. The appliance is not intended for use by
children.
▶ Store appliances in a secure place when not in use. When not in use, appliances must be stored
in a dry, high place or locked away out of reach of children.
2.1.2 Personal safety
▶ Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when working with the product.
Do not use the vacuum cleaner while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or
medication. A moment of inattention while operating the appliance may result in serious personal injury.
▶ The user and any other persons in the vicinity must wear suitable eye protection, a hard hat, ear
protection, protective gloves, safety footwear and breathing protection while the appliance is in
use or while maintenance work on it is being carried out.
▶ Engage the wheel brakes so that the vacuum cleaner stands securely. If the wheel brakes are
disengaged the vacuum cleaner may run away out of control.
▶ If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure these
are connected and properly used. Use of a vacuum cleaner can reduce dust-related hazards.
2.1.3 Use and care of the appliance
▶ Never leave the appliance unattended.
▶ Do not deactivate the filter cleaning system when picking up hazardous dusts, especially when
the appliance is used in conjunction with electric tools that generate dust.
▶ Protect the appliance from frost.
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