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2.8 Use according to intended purpose
Danger
In general, it is not permitted to
vacuum any combustible or
explosive solvents, liquids such as
petrol, oil, alcohol, thinners or
materials with a temperature in
excess of 60 °C. Otherwise there
will be danger of explosion and fire!
The dust extractor is not suitable
for extracting dusts that are
hazardous to health.
The dust extractor can be used to vacuum wood
chips and wood dust (no dusts that are hazardous to
health) off wood processing equipment / machines,
the hose connector of which has a diameter of 35
mm.
The dust extractor S 50 / S 25 is particularly suitable
for vacuuming electrical tools. Further applications
are at the construction site where large amounts of
moist and dry fine dust arise, for inside cleaning of
motor vehicles and everywhere moist and dry
materials have to be disposed of, mopping water has
to be vacuumed, clogged water basins and drains
have to be emptied, "flooding" in bath, kitchen or
basement has to be removed or the bothersome
puddle in front of the front door has to disappear.
Any other use than described above is not
permissible. The manufacturer cannot be held liable
for any damage arising from such other use.
To use the device as intended, observe the operating,
maintenance and repair conditions prescribed by
Mafell.
This device is also not suitable for operation outdoors
in the rain or in rooms with potentially explosive
atmospheres.
The dust extractor S 50 / S 25 may only be used, set
up and maintained by persons who are acquainted
with the device and have been instructed about the
associated hazards. Corrective maintenance work
must be carried out by MAFELL authorised dealers or
MAFELL customer service stations.
The safety instructions applicable in the respective
country of use as well as other generally recognised
rules pertaining to safety and occupational health
must be observed.
2.9 Residual risks
Danger
Even if used in accordance with its
intended purpose and despite
conforming with the safety
instructions, residual risks caused
by the intended use will always
remain.
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Touching live parts with the housing open and the
mains plug not removed.
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Emission of dusts in case of operation over a
longer period of time with damaged folded filter 5
(fig. 2), filter bag 8 (fig. 4) or motor protection filter
(fig. 2) in closed rooms without adequate
ventilation.
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While exchanging a filter bag or emptying the
container, the inhalation of dust cannot be ruled
out (respiratory protection).
3 Safety instructions
Danger
Always observe the following safety
instructions and the safety
regulations applicable in the
respective country of use!
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The voltage on the device rating plate must agree
with the mains voltage.
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The socket outlet must be protected by means of a
domestic fuse of suitable amperage (16 A).
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Do not put device including accessories into
operation, if :
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the device exhibits visible damage
(cracks/fissures),
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the mains connection is defective or
exhibits fissuring or ageing,
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an invisible defect is suspected (after a
drop).
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Do not use any damaged extension cables.
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Do not point nozzle, hose or tube at people or
animals.
