Fimap 74108456, Use And Maintenance Manual

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CAUTION:
Only use the materials expressly recommended by the
manufacturer as cable extensions (contact an authorised
retailer) or else high quality models. When using an
extension, respect its minimum cross-section.
CABLE LENGTH
CABLE SECTION
<16A <25A
Up to 20m 1.5mm
2
2.5mm
2
From 20m to 50m 2.5mm
2
4.0mm
2
EXTENSION CABLES
DANGER:
• The appliance has been designed only for vacuuming dry solid material and it should not be
used for other purposes.
WARNING:
• The appliance is not suitable for vacuuming powders that are damaging to health.
DRY VACUUM CLEANER
Warning symbol:
Carefully read the sections preceded by this symbol meticulously following the instructions
indicated for the safety of the operator and the device.
Covered place symbol:
The operations preceded by this symbol must always be carried out in a dry, covered area.
Disposal symbol:
Carefully read the sections marked with this symbol for disposing of the appliance.
Recycling symbol:
Tells the operator to carry out the operations in compliance with environmental regulations
in force in the place where the appliance is being used.
Symbol of the open book with i:
Indicates the need to consult the instruction manual.
The descriptions contained in this document are not binding. The company therefore reserves the right to
make any modifications at any time to elements, details, or accessory supply, as considered necessary
for reasons of improvement or manufacturing/commercial requirements. The reproduction, even partial,
of the text and drawings contained in this document is prohibited by law.
The company reserves the right to make any technical and/or supply modifications. The images
are shown as reference only and are not binding as to the actual design or equipment.
Symbol of the open book:
Tells the operator to read the user manual before using the appliance.
Symbol indicating the compulsory use of protective gloves:
Indicates that the operator should always wear protective gloves, to avoid the risk of
serious injury to his hands from sharp objects.
SYMBOLS USED IN THE MANUAL
Information symbol:
Indicates additional information for the operator, to improve the use of the device.
PURPOSE AND CONTENT OF THE MANUAL
ON DELIVERY OF THE APPLIANCE
The aim of this manual is to provide customers with all the information needed to use the appliance in
the safest, most appropriate and most autonomous way. It includes information concerning technical
aspects, safety, operation, appliance downtime, maintenance, spare parts and scrapping. Operators
and qualified technicians must read the instructions in this manual carefully before carrying out any
operation on the appliance. If in doubt about the correct interpretation of instructions, contact your
nearest Customer Service Centre to obtain the necessary clarifications.
TARGET GROUP
This manual is aimed at operators and qualified technicians responsible for appliance maintenance.
Operators must not perform operations that should be carried out by qualified technicians. The
manufacturer is not liable for damages resulting from failure to comply with this veto.
STORING THE USE AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL
The Use and Maintenance Manual must be stored in its special pouch close to the appliance, protected
from liquids and anything else that could compromise its legibility.
When the machine is delivered to the customer, an immediate check must be performed to ensure all
the material mentioned in the shipping documents has been received, in addition to verifying that the
equipment has not been damaged during transportation. If this is the case, the shipping agent must
ascertain the extent of the damage at once, informing our customer service office. It is only by prompt
action of this type that the missing material can be obtained, and compensation for damage successfully
claimed.
INTRODUCTORY COMMENT
Any type of equipment can only work properly and effectively if used correctly and kept in full working
order by performing the maintenance operations described in the attached documentation. You should
therefore read this instruction manual carefully, consulting it again if issues arise while using the machine.
If necessary, remember that our assistance service (organised in collaboration with our dealers) is
always available for advice or direct intervention.
IDENTIFICATION DATA
For technical assistance or to request spare parts, always give the model, the version and the serial
number on the relative rating plate).
TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION
The Fv9+ E is a vacuum cleaner which uses the vacuum created in the collection tank by the fan
driven by the electrical motor, to pick up dust and dry solid elements measuring up to 2 cm at ambient
temperature, using the accessories in contact with the floor and furnishings. The vacuum hose channels
the air into the collection tank, where the dust and solid residues are trapped by filters. The appliance
must only be used for this purpose.
INTENDED USE
This appliance is designed and built to be used by a qualified operator to clean (by vacuuming solid,
dry elements) smooth, compact flooring in the commercial, residential and industrial sectors, in proven
safety conditions.
ATTENTION: the appliance is not suitable for use in the rain, or under jets of water.
IT IS FORBIDDEN to use the appliance for picking up dangerous dusts or inflammable liquids in
places with an explosive atmosphere. In addition, it is not suitable as a means of transport for
people or objects.
SAFETY
Operator cooperation is paramount for accident prevention. No accident prevention programme can be
effective without the full co-operation of the operator who is directly responsible for machine operation.
The majority of occupational accidents that happen both in the workplace or whilst moving are caused by
failure to respect the most basic safety rules. An attentive, careful operator is most effective guarantee
against accidents and is fundamental in order to implement any prevention programme.
RATING PLATE
The serial number plate is located at the rear of the vacuum cleaner, and indicates the general
characteristics of the appliance, in particular the appliance's serial number. The serial number is a very
important piece of information and should always be provided together with any request for assistance
or to purchase spare parts.
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