ORIGINAL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
VC 20‑U/ VC 20‑UM/ VC 40‑U/
VC 40‑UM wet / dry vacuum cleaner
en
It is essential that the operating in-
structions are read before the appli-
ance is operated for the first time.
Always keep these operating in-
structions together with the appli-
ance.
Ensure that the operating instruc-
tions are with the appliance when it
is given to other persons.
Contents
1 General information
2 Description
3 Accessories
4 Technical data
5 Safety instructions
6 Before use
7 Operation
8 Care and maintenance
9 Troubleshooting
10 Disposal
11 Manufacturer's warranty
12 EC declaration of conformity (original) 37
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 situ-
ation that could lead to serious personal injury
or fatality.
20
1 These numbers refer to the corresponding
illustrations. The illustrations can be found on
the fold-out cover pages. Keep these pages
open while studying the operating instructions.
In these operating instructions, the designation
"the appliance" always refers to the VC 20/40
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 / VC 40‑UM.
Parts, operating controls and indicators 1
Grip
@
Control switch
Page
;
Catch
20
=
21
Waste material container
%
24
Gripping areas
24
&
Hose socket
26
(
Hose socket cap (VC 20‑UM/ VC 40‑UM)
29
)
Power outlet for electric tool
30
+
Supply cord hooks
33
§
Vacuum cleaner top section
35
/
Filter cover
36
:
Locking clip for filter cover
37
·
Hose diameter setting
$
(VC 20‑UM/ VC 40‑UM)
Handlebar with cradle
£
Cradle catch
|
CAUTION
Draws attention to a potentially dangerous situ-
ation that could lead to slight personal injury or
damage to the equipment or other property.
NOTE
Draws attention to an instruction or other useful
information.