Intended Use; Machine Features; Operation - Festool CTH 26 E/a Original Operating Manual

4 Intended use

The mobile dust extractor is suitable for the ab­
sorption and suction of dust which is hazardous
to health with limit values corresponding to
dust class 'H' in
60335-2-69, including wood and paint dust.
The mobile dust extractor is suitable for the ab­
sorption and suction of dust with carcinogenic
and pathogenic particles, as well as asbestos
dust.
The mobile dust extractor is designed to absorb
water.
The mobile dust extractor is, in accordance with
EN 60335-1 and EN 60335-2-69, suitable for in­
creased demands for commercial use.
The user is liable for improper or non-in­
tended use.

5 Machine features

[1-1]
Sealing plug
[1-2] Intake opening
[1-3]
Module slot
[1-4]
Appliance socket
[1-5] Hose store
[1-6]
Handle
[1-7]
SysDoc
[1-8]
Hose diameter setting
[1-9]
Suction power adjuster
[1-10]
Switch
[1-11]
Warning sticker
[1-12]
Locking clip
[1-13]
Dust container
[1-15]
Brake
[4] EN 60335‑2‑69: dust class
FIS-CTH (3 x) (L, M, H
HF‑CT H
NF‑CT
accordance with
)
[4]

6 Operation

Unauthorised voltage or frequency!
EN
Risk of accident
► The mains voltage and the frequency of the
power source must correspond with the
specifications on the machine's name
plate.
► In North America, only Festool machines
with the voltage specifications 120 V/60 Hz
may be used.
6.1 Initial operation
► Open the locking clips [2-2] and remove the
top section of the machine [2-1].
► Remove the accessories from the dust con­
tainer [2-3] and the packaging!
► Affix the accompanying sticker in your na­
tional language over the text field on the
warning sign [1-11].
► Insert the sealing plug [1-1] on the panel
(see Fig. [1a] ).
► Place a filter bag or safety filter bag in the
dirt trap in accordance with statutory re­
quirements (see Chapter
► Replace the top section [2-1] and close the
locking clips [2-2].
► Attach the cable holder to the rear of the
mobile dust extractor (see Fig. [3]).
► Connect the suction hose to the machine.
6.2 Switch on/off
► Insert the plug into an earthed socket.
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