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Transport by crane is not permissible. 1.4 Product information Hilti products are designed for professional use and may be operated, serviced and maintained only by trained, authorized personnel. This personnel must be informed of any particular hazards that may be encountered.
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A copy of the declaration issued by the certification department can be found at the end of this documentation. The technical documentation is filed and stored here: Hilti Entwicklungsgesellschaft mbH | Tool Certification | Hiltistrasse 6 | 86916 Kaufering, Germany 2 Safety 2.1 Important safety instructions WARNING! READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE.
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▶ Check to ensure that the supply cord does not lie in a puddle of water. ▶ Check the appliance’s supply cord at regular intervals and have it replaced by Hilti Service if damage is found. Check extension cords at regular intervals and replace them if found to be damaged.
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2.7 The material picked up ▶ Do not use the appliance to pick up flammable or explosive dusts (magnesium or aluminum dust etc.) or dusts that present a health hazard. Do not use the appliance to pick up materials hotter than 60°C (140°F), (e.g.
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To help ensure safe and reliable operation, use only genuine Hilti spare parts and consumables. Spare parts, consumables and accessories approved by Hilti for use with the product can be found at your local Hilti Center or online at: www.hilti.com 3.4 Control switch...
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The operating voltage of the transformer or generator must always be within +5% and -15% of the rated voltage of the appliance. VC 300-17 X Weight 63.1 lb...
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5.2 Fitting/changing the fabric dust bag DANGER Risk of injury. Sharp pointed objects may pierce through the dust bag. ▶ Check that no objects have pierced through the dust bag. 1. Pull the plug out of the power outlet. 2. Open the two catches. 3.
6 Operation DANGER Electrical hazards. Fatal or serious injury may result if the vacuum cleaner is not correctly connected to the electric supply. ▶ Connect the vacuum cleaner only to a properly earthed/grounded power source. WARNING Risk of injury. Damage to the filter system may allow harmful dust (health hazard) to escape. ▶...
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6.4 Emptying dry dust from the waste material container 1. Disconnect the supply cord plug from the power outlet. 2. Lift the vacuum cleaner top section away from the waste material container and place it on a level surface. 3. Remove the dust bag from the waste material container or grip the container by the recess provided and empty it by tipping out the contents.
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To help ensure safe and reliable operation, use only genuine Hilti spare parts and consumables. Spare parts, consumables and accessories approved by Hilti for use with the product can be found at your local Hilti Center or online at: www.hilti.com 7.2 Automatic filter cleaning...
▶ Store the vacuum cleaner in a secure, dry place where it is inaccessible to unauthorized users. 8 Troubleshooting If the trouble you are experiencing is not listed in this table or you are unable to remedy the problem by yourself, please contact Hilti Service. 8.1 Troubleshooting Trouble or fault...
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9 Disposal Most of the materials from which Hilti products are manufactured can be recycled. The materials must be correctly separated before they can be recycled. In many countries, your old tools, machines or appliances can be returned to Hilti for recycling. Ask Hilti Service or your Hilti representative for further information.
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