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VC 20-U
VC 20-UL
VC 20-UM
VC 20-UME
VC 40-U
VC 40-UL
VC 40-UM
VC 40-UME
English
Printed: 25.08.2017 | Doc-Nr: PUB / 5370890 / 000 / 00

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  • Page 1 VC 20-U VC 20-UL VC 20-UM VC 20-UME VC 40-U VC 40-UL VC 40-UM VC 40-UME English Printed: 25.08.2017 | Doc-Nr: PUB / 5370890 / 000 / 00...
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  • Page 3 1 Information about the documentation 1.1 About this documentation • Read this documentation before initial operation or use. This is a prerequisite for safe, trouble-free handling and use of the product. • Observe the safety instructions and warnings in this documentation and on the product. •...
  • Page 4 1.5 Product information Hilti products are designed for professional users and only trained, authorized personnel are permitted to operate, service and maintain the products. This personnel must be informed of any particular hazards that may be encountered. The product and its ancillary equipment can present hazards if used incorrectly by untrained personnel or if used not in accordance with the intended use.
  • Page 5 ▶ Have the appliance serviced by a qualified repair person using only genuine Hilti spare parts. The safety of the appliance can thus be maintained.
  • Page 6 ▶ 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.
  • Page 7 3 Description 3.1 Product overview English Printed: 25.08.2017 | Doc-Nr: PUB / 5370890 / 000 / 00...
  • Page 8 • core drilling machines using dry-cutting core bits. • Picking up drilling slurry (mineral materials) from Hilti diamond core bits or Hilti diamond saws and liquids up to a temperature of < 60 °C (140 °F). • Picking up oil or liquid substances with a temperature of up to < 60 °C (140 °F).
  • Page 9 3.5 Warning tone UM and UME vacuum cleaners emit an audible warning tone. This warning tone is emitted when the air speed in the hose drops below 20 m/s. In order to ensure that the warning tone is emitted correctly, the hose diameter setting must be set to the diameter of the suction hose in use.
  • Page 10 H07 RNF 3G H07 RNF 3G H07 RNF 3G 1.5 mm 1.5 mm 1.5 mm 1.5 mm 4.3 Maximum volumetric flow rate and maximum vacuum VC 20-U VC 20-UL VC 20-UM VC 20-UME Maximum volumetric 950 W 68 ℓ/s •/•...
  • Page 11 4.4 Noise and vibration information (measured in accordance with EN 60335) The following information applies to all VC 20 and VC 40 industrial vacuum cleaners. Emission sound pressure level (L 73 dB(A) Uncertainty for the sound pressure level (K 2.5 dB(A) Vibration emission value <...
  • Page 12 6. Connect the suction hose to the appliance. 6.2 Fitting a paper dust bag for picking up wood chips Note Sharp pointed objects may pierce through the dust bag. Check that no objects have pierced through the dust bag. 1. Disconnect the supply cord plug from the power outlet. 2.
  • Page 13: Operation

    2. Set the switch to the smallest hose diameter if you are using the vacuum cleaner with a Hilti hollow drill bit system.
  • Page 14 2. If possible, use a separate filter element for wet applications. Note The Hilti VC 20/40 universal (2121387) filter is recommended. 3. After picking up liquids, open the two catches. 4. Lift the vacuum cleaner top section away from the waste material container and place it on a level surface so that the filter element can dry.
  • Page 15 ▶ The appliance must be subjected to a technical inspection by Hilti Service or a trained person at least once a year to check, for example, for damage to the filter, air leakage, and to ensure correct operation of controlling devices.
  • Page 16 8.3 Changing the filter element 1. Disconnect the supply cord plug from the power outlet. 2. Open the filter cover catches. 3. Open the filter cover. 4. Carefully remove the filter element, gripping it at the areas provided in the holder. 5.
  • Page 17: Troubleshooting

    ▶ Store the vacuum cleaner in a secure, dry place where it is inaccessible to unauthorized users. 10 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. 10.1 Troubleshooting table Malfunction...
  • Page 18 11 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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  • Page 20 Hilti = registered trademark of Hilti Corp., Schaan 20170823 Printed: 25.08.2017 | Doc-Nr: PUB / 5370890 / 000 / 00...