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ENGLISH

Original instructions

We, being solely responsible, hereby declare that

this product conforms to the standards and direc-

tives specified on page 2.

The vacuum cleaner is suitable for the vacu-

uming of dust, solid materials (broken glass,

nails etc.), liquids of any kind with the excep-

tion of highly inflammable, combustible liquids and

material that is hotter than 60 °C.
This device is not designed for use by persons

(including children) with physical, sensory or mental

disabilities, or with insufficient experience and/or

knowledge, unless they are supervised by a person

responsible for their safety, or have received

instructions on how to use the device by this person.
This product is designed for industrial use.
Inflammable dust must not be vacuumed.
No inflammable or explosive solvents, material

saturated with solvent, dust that represents an

explosion hazard, liquids such as petrol, oil,

alcohol, thinner or material that is hotter than 60 °C

are allowed to be vacuumed. This would cause an

explosion and fire hazard ! You are not allowed to

use the appliance in the vicinity of inflammable

gases or substances.
The vacuum cleaner is suitable for extracting dry,

non-combustible dust with occupational exposure

limits >= 0.1 mg/m³.
The user bears sole responsibility for any damage

caused by improper use.
Generally accepted accident prevention regula-

tions and the enclosed safety information must be

observed.

Before using the machine, carefully read

through and familiarise yourself with all the

enclosed safety information and the Oper-

ating Instructions. Keep all enclosed documenta-

tion for future reference, and ensure that you only

pass on your device together with this documenta-

tion.

Before using the appliance, the user must

receive information, instructions and training

material on using the appliance and the materials

for which it is to be used (including details on safe

disposal of the extracted material).

For your own protection and for the

protection of your vacuum cleaner, pay

attention to all parts of the text that are

marked with this symbol!

Never allow children to use the machine.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they

do not play with the device.
Caution! Only use accessories that are included

with the appliance or specified Operating Instruc-

tions. The use of other accessories may impair

safety.
You must not perform any work other than that

described here.
In the event of misuse, improper operation or unpro-

fessional repair work no liability shall be assumed

by us for any damage incurred.
Do not operate appliances or accessories under the

following conditions:

- If the appliance has recognisable damage

(cracks/breaks),

- If the mains connection lead is defective or shows

signs of cracking or ageing,

- If there is a suspected non-visible defect (after a

fall).

Do not point the nozzle, hose or tube at people or

animals.

If any foam or water egresses, switch off

immediately. Empty the container and, if need

be, the pleated filter.
Never sit or stand on the appliance.
Always set up the connection lead and hose so

there is no danger of tripping.
Do not pull the connection lead over any sharp

edges and do not kink or pinch it.
If the connection lead of the appliance is damaged,

it must be replaced by a special connection lead.

See the chapter on Repairs.
Always connect to a socket with protective contact.
Do not use any damaged extension leads.
Never insert or remove the mains plug with wet

hands.
Only pull on the mains plug, not on the lead.
The plug socket on the appliance may be used only

for the purposes defined in the usage instructions.
Do not leave the appliance unattended. If there is a

long work interruption, disconnect the mains plug.
The vacuum cleaner should not be used or stored

outside in wet conditions.
IMPORTANT - This machine must only be stored

indoors.
Acids, acetone and solvents can corrode the appli-

ance components.

Prior to any servicing work, clean the appli-

ance. Switch off the appliance after each use

and pull out the mains plug.
Steam cleaners and high-pressure cleaners must

not be used to clean the vacuum cleaner.
Mould contamination can result if the appliance is

not cleaned for an extended period, especially if

used in areas where foodstuffs are processed: