Flex VLP 18 Original Operating Instructions page 20

Do not place the digital display indirect
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sunlight or near strong heat sources for
prolonged periods. Extreme heat may
damage the display and it may become
unreadable. A damaged display does not
necessarily impact the functionality of the
tool.
To avoid overheating, do not cover the
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tool.
Ensure the switch is in the off-position
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before transporting the tool and when in
storage. Be mindful that the tool is not
switched on accidently.
Use only original batteries with the
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voltage indicated on the type plate of
your power tool. The use of other
batteries, e.g. imitations, reconditioned
batteries or other makes, increases the
risk of injury and material damage by
exploding batteries.
WARNING!
If the safety precautions are not heeded, the
load could fall without warning. The power
tool generates a strong vacuum.
Failure of this kind can occur very suddenly
and without any tangible indication or
prewarning if the seal is damaged or the
maximum permissible weight is exceeded
or another factor occurs resulting in
spontaneous loss of the vacuum.
There will be no indication of the load
detaching itself and there will be no means
of stopping or catching it. This represents a
high risk, particularly with heavy loads. All
possible safety precautions should
therefore be taken in full.
NOTE
Due to the high pressure generated by the
power tool, it is strongly recommended not
to attach the power tool to glass less than
6 mm thick. Glass thinner than 6 mm can
break.
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Use and safety of foam seals
The foam seal consists of two parts: the
black foam and the red silicone seal. The
Black rubber foam is mostly used to create
initial vacuum. After it compresses, the red
seal holds the longest and strongest seal.
As long as the initial seal is created to get
suction, the "strong" seal will also be
created. The rubber foam seal uses
patented technology and is one of the main
components of the tool. It should be handled
with caution as it directly impacts the overall
performance and safety.
The seal can withstand an estimated 900
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compression cycles, depending on force
and duration of compression, without any
damage.
Avoid rubbing the seal over rough surfaces.
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Seal material is very prone to parallel wear
(moving parallel to rough surface in ironing
motion). Lift perpendicularly on very rough
surfaces. Rubbing the seal over a smooth
surface such as granite in the presence of
thick abrasives (thick sand) will damage the
seal and may cause unexpected
detachment.
Surfaces with very sharp edges should not
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be lifted in parallel hold. Edges sharper
than 45 degrees may damage the seal and
lead to sudden vacuum loss and sudden
detachment. The motor should always be
on.
Always store the seal covered with a hard
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cover. The seal can be easily damaged by
sharp corners and edges when in storage.
The seal should not be stored with any
sharp tools or in contact with any hard
objects (e.g. inside a toolbox).
Do not dip the seal in water. The rubber
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foam seal is slightly water absorbent.
Unless it is fully dipped in water and
soaking wet, slightly soaking the seal with
water will not damage its performance. If it
is soaked in water, it can be squeezed by
hand like a sponge to dry without damage.
It is advisable to use a dry seal to avoid
water getting sucked into air ducts and
inside the body.
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