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Safety instructions
This document contains the safety information re-
levant for the appliance along with a quick reference
guide. Before starting up your machine for the first
time, this instruction manual must be read through
carefully. Save the instructions for later use.
Further support
Further information on the appliance can be found
on our web site at www.Nilfisk.com.
For further queries, please contact the Nilfisk ser-
vice representative responsible for your country.
See reverse of this document.
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Symbols used to mark instructions
DANGER
Danger that leads directly to serious or irre-
versible injuries, or even death.
WARNING
Danger that can lead to serious injuries or
even death.
CAUTION
Danger that can lead to minor injuries and
damage.
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Instructions for use
The appliance must:
•
only be used by persons, who have been in-
structed in its correct usage and explicitly com-
missioned with the task of operating it
•
only be operated under supervision
•
This appliance is not intended for use by per-
sons (including children) with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experi-
ence and knowledge.
•
Children shall be supervised to make sure that
they do not play with the appliance.
•
Do not use any unsafe work techniques.
•
Never use the appliance without a filter.
•
Switch off the appliance and disconnect the
mains plug in the following situations:
•
Prior to cleaning and servicing
•
Prior to replacing components
•
Prior to changing over the appliance
•
If foam develops or liquid emerges
Besides the operating instructions and the binding
accident prevention regulations valid in the country
of use, observe recognised regulations for safety
and proper use.
Before starting work, the operating staff must be
informed on and trained within:
•
use of the machine
•
risks associated with the material to be picked
up
•
safe disposal of the picked up material
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OEL=Occupational Exposure Limit,
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1.3
Purpose and intended use
This mobile dust extractor is designed, developed
and rigorously tested to function efficiently and
safely when properly maintained and used in ac-
cordance with the following instructions.
This machine is intended for commercial use, for ex-
ample in hotels, schools, hospitals, factories, shops,
offices and rental businesses.
This machine is also suitable for industrial use, such
as e.g. plants, construction sites and workshops.
Accidents due to misuse can only be prevented by
those using the machine.
READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INSTRUC-
TIONS.
Any other use is considered as improper use. The
manufacturer accepts no liability for any damage re-
sulting from such use. The risk for such use is borne
solely by the user. Proper use also includes proper
operation, servicing and repairs as specified by the
manufacturer.
The air flow in Safety Vacuum systems has to be
strictly controlled to achieve a minimum flow rate of
V
= 20 m/s in the suction hose.
min
For Dust Class H machines (with type designation
VHS 42 HC) following applies:
The appliance is suitable for picking up dry, non-
flammable dust, non flammable liquids, hazadous
dusts with OEL
values, carcinogenic dusts, dusts
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containing germs.
Dust Class H machines (with type designation VHS
42 HC) are also approved for asbestos abatement
according to TRGS 519.
Dust Class H (IEC 60335-2-69).
The dusts which belong to this
WARNUNG: Dieses Gerät enthält gesundheitsgefährliche
Stäube. Entleerung und Wartung einschließlich Entfernung
des Staubbeutels dürfen nur von sachkundigen Personen
vorgenommen werden, die geeignete persönliche Schutz-
ausrüstung tragen. Nicht einschalten bevor das komplette
Filtersystem installiert und die Funktion der Volumenstrom-
kontrolle überprüft worden ist.
class are: dusts with OEL values
all carcinogenic dusts and dusts which are mixed
with pathogenic agents. Vacuums for Dust Class H
are tested in their entirety and have a maximum de-
gree of permeability of 0.005%. The disposal must be
dust free.
The safety label on the machine warns:
This appliance contains dust hazardous to health.
Emptying and maintenance operations, including
removal of the dust collecting means, must only be
carried out by authorised personnel wearing suitable
personal protection. Operate only after the full filtra-
tion system has been fitted and checked.
For dust extractors, ensure adquate air change rate
H, when the exhaust air is returned to the room.
Observe national regulations before use.
For Dust Class M machines (with type designation
VHS 42 MC) following applies:
Optional accessories / Option depending on model
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