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7. Switch on the power tool.

Note

The vacuum cleaner will continue to run for a short time after switching off the electric tool in order

to ensure that all dust is removed from the suction hose.

7.4 Picking up dry dust

Note

Before picking up dry dust, especially dust from mineral materials, always check to ensure that the

correct dust bag is fitted in the container. The material picked up by the vacuum cleaner can then be

disposed of cleanly and easily.

CAUTION

Risk of injury.

Hazardous material that has been picked up may escape if a filter element is not used.

Never use the appliance without a filter element.

Check that the filter element is dry and that the correct type of dust bag is fitted.

7.5 Picking up liquids

CAUTION

Risk of injury.

Hazardous material that has been picked up may escape if a filter element is not used.

Never use the appliance without a filter element.

1. Check the container level monitoring system. → page 14

2. If possible, use a separate filter element for wet applications.

Note

The

Hilti

VC 20/40 universal (2121387) filter is recommended.

3. After picking up liquids, open the two catches.

4. Lift the vacuum cleaner top section away from the waste material container and place it on a level surface

so that the filter element can dry.

5. Empty the waste material container and use a water hose to rinse it out. Use a brush to clean the

electrodes and clean the filter element, after allowing it to dry, by wiping it off with your hand.

6. Allow the waste material container to dry.

7.6 After use of the vacuum cleaner

1. Switch off the electric tool.

2. Turn the vacuum cleaner control switch to the “OFF” position.

3. Unplug the vacuum cleaner’s supply cord from the power outlet.

4. Coil up the supply cord and hang it on the hook.

5. Empty the container and clean the appliance by wiping it with a damp cloth.

6. Coil up the suction hose.

7. Store the vacuum cleaner in a secure, dry place where it is inaccessible to unauthorized users.

7.7 Emptying dry dust from the waste material container

1. Unplug the supply cord from power outlet.

2. Lift the vacuum cleaner top section away from the waste material container and place it on a level surface.

Applicable to UM and UME vacuum cleaners

Remove the dust bag from the waste material container.

Applicable to U and UL vacuum cleaners

Remove the dust bag from the waste material container or grip the container by the recess

provided and empty it by tipping out the contents.

3. Then fit the vacuum cleaner top section onto the waste material container and close the two catches.

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Summary of Contents for VC 20-U

Page 1: ...VC 20 U VC 20 UL VC 20 UM VC 20 UME VC 40 U VC 40 UL VC 40 UM VC 40 UME English Printed 25 08 2017 Doc Nr PUB 5370890 000 00...

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Page 3: ...to a potentially dangerous situation that could lead to minor personal injury or damage to the equipment or other property 1 2 2 Symbols in the documentation The following symbols are used in this doc...

Page 4: ...down the serial number in the table below You will be required to state the product details when contacting Hilti Service or your local Hilti organization to inquire about the product Product informat...

Page 5: ...the instructions and check it for signs of damage When fitting the top section of the vacuum cleaner take care to avoid pinching your fingers or damaging the supply cord This presents a risk of injury...

Page 6: ...workplace may result in damage to the health Keep the workplace tidy Objects which could cause injury should be removed from the working area Untidiness at the workplace can lead to accidents Do not o...

Page 7: ...English 5 3 Description 3 1 Product overview Printed 25 08 2017 Doc Nr PUB 5370890 000 00...

Page 8: ...core drilling machines using dry cutting core bits Picking up drilling slurry mineral materials from Hilti diamond core bits or Hilti diamond saws and liquids up to a temperature of 60 C 140 F Pickin...

Page 9: ...ng or when picking up large quantities of dust the filter cleaning system must be active The filter cleaning system functions only when a suction hose is connected 3 7 Instructions for use Accessories...

Page 10: ...ut 1200 Watts W 1200 Watts W 1200 Watts W 1200 Watts W Maximum load on built in power outlet for electric tools if fitted 2400 Watts W 1100 Watts W 1800 Watts W 1200 Watts W Electric supply connection...

Page 11: ...ection 1 31 mm 2 08 mm 3 31 mm 5 26 mm Conductor cross section 2 58 kcmil 4 11 kcmil 6 53 kcmil 10 4 kcmil Cord length 25 m 30 m 50 m 100 m Cord length 75 ft 100 ft 150 ft 250 ft 6 Before use DANGER E...

Page 12: ...ste material container 5 Fit the vacuum cleaner top section onto the waste material container 6 Close the two catches 7 Check to ensure that the vacuum cleaner top section is fitted correctly and secu...

Page 13: ...n exposure limit value or when picking up wood chips or shavings adjust the hose diameter setting switch to the correct diameter setting for the suction hose used 2 Set the switch to the smallest hose...

Page 14: ...ontainer and place it on a level surface so that the filter element can dry 5 Empty the waste material container and use a water hose to rinse it out Use a brush to clean the electrodes and clean the...

Page 15: ...ance must be handled for cleaning and maintenance in a way that avoids exposing maintenance personnel and other persons to any hazards Use filtered forced ventilation Wear personal protective equipmen...

Page 16: ...s securely 2 Disconnect the supply cord plug from the power outlet 3 Open the two catches 4 Lift the vacuum cleaner top section away from the waste material container and place it on a level surface 5...

Page 17: ...bag is full Change the dust bag The filter element is clogged with dirt or dust If the automatic filter cleaning system is deactivated activate it and allow the vacuum cleaner to run for 30 seconds Th...

Page 18: ...nd its implemen tation in conformance with national law electric tools or appliances that have reached the end of their life must be collected separately and returned to an environmentally compatible...

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