ORIGINAL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
VC 20-U‑Y/VC 20-UM‑Y/VC 40-U‑Y/VC 40-UM‑Y wet / dry
vacuum cleaner
It is essential that the operating instructions
are read before the appliance is operated for
the first time.
Always keep these operating instructions to-
gether with the appliance.
Ensure that the operating instructions are
with the appliance when it is given to other
persons.
Contents
Page
1 General information
20
2 Description
21
3 Accessories
23
4 Technical data
24
5 Safety instructions
25
6 Before use
28
7 Operation
30
8 Care and maintenance
33
9 Troubleshooting
34
10 Disposal
36
11 Manufacturer’s warranty
37
12 EC declaration of conformity (original)
37
1
These numbers refer to the corresponding illustra-
tions. The illustrations can be found on the fold-out cover
pages. Keep these pages open while studying the oper-
ating instructions.
In these operating instructions, the designation “the ap-
pliance” always refers to the VC 20‑U‑Y/ VC 20‑UM‑Y/
VC 40‑U‑Y/ VC 40‑UM‑Y wet/dry vacuum cleaners. The
information given in these operating instructions applies
to all 4 versions unless explicitly stated that it refers only
to the VC 20‑UM-Y / VC 40‑UM-Y.
Parts, operating controls and indicators
1
@
Grip
;
Control switch
=
Catch
%
Waste material container
&
Gripping areas
(
Hose socket
)
Cover for hose socket (only
VC 20‑UM‑Y/ VC 40‑UM‑Y)
+
Power outlet for power tools
§
Hose holder
/
Supply cord stowage point
:
Vacuum cleaner top section
·
Battery cover locking clip
$
Hose diameter selector switch (only
VC 20‑UM‑Y/ VC 40‑UM‑Y)
£
Pushbar attachment point (pushbar is an access-
ory)
|
Charging status indicator
¡
Filter cleaning system ON / OFF button
Q
Charging station status indicator
W
Battery compartment (left/right)
E
Filter cover retaining screws
R
Automatic filter cleaning system status indicator
1 General information
1.1 Safety notices and their meaning
DANGER
Draws attention to imminent danger that will lead to
serious bodily injury or fatality.
WARNING
Draws attention to a potentially dangerous situation that
could lead to serious personal injury or fatality.
CAUTION
Draws attention to a potentially dangerous situation that
could lead to slight personal injury or damage to the
equipment or other property.
NOTE
Draws attention to an instruction or other useful informa-
tion.
1.2 Explanation of the pictograms and other
information
Prohibition signs
Transport by
crane is not
permissible.
en
20
Printed: 24.03.2014 | Doc-Nr: PUB / 5140202 / 000 / 03
Printed: 28.03.2019 | Doc-Nr: PUB / 5140202 / 000 / 04