Initial Operation - Metabo AS 18 L PC Instrucciones De Uso

7 Upper part
8 Battery pack *
9 Battery pack release button
10 Suction opening
11 Button for filter cleaning "PressClean" (PC)
12 Capacity and signal indicator (battery pack)
13 Capacity indicator button
14 Rotary switch BOOST/ ECO/ OFF
15 Unlocking mechanism cove
16 Fluted filter
17 Twist-lock fluted filter
18 Fleece filter bag
19 Carry handle dust container
20 Latches
21 Connecting sleeve
22 Suction hose
23 Battery charger*
24 Spare battery pack *
25 Suction nozzles*
* depending on equipment/not included in scope of
delivery

5. Initial Operation

Prior to use, check that you are using a
battery pack suitable for the device.
5.1 Use a fleece filter bag (18) (see fig. A,
page 2)
Switch off the device, remove the mains plug and
open the snap locks (2). Remove the upper part (7)
of the device from the dust container (1).
We recommend using fleece filter bags for:
- Applications, where small amounts of fine dust are
created (e.g. spot-grinding and grinding of paint
and lacquer coatings, extraction of drilling
applications with small diameters < 10 mm of
short duration, etc.).
- Use of machines, such as: cordless grinders,
cordless mitre saws, cordless jigsaws, etc.
When using a fleece filter bag the filter cleaning is
non-functional.
Insert a fleece filter bag (18) in the dust container (1)
as shown in fig. A, page 2. Fold the carry handle of
the dust container (19) in direction of latches (20)
and engage. Replace the upper part (7) and close
the snap locks (2).
5.2 Battery pack
Charge the battery pack (8) before use.
Recharge the battery pack if performance
diminishes.
The ideal storage temperature is between 10°C and
30°C.
Capacity and signal indicator (12):
- Press the button (13); the LEDs indicate the
charge level.
- The battery pack is almost flat and must be
recharged if one LED is flashing.
5.3 Removing and inserting the battery pack
Remove: Press the battery pack release button (9)
and remove the battery pack (8) .
To insert: Slide the battery pack (8) in until it
engages.
5.4 Carrying strap
If required, hook the Metabo carry strap into both
eyelets (4) left and right of the device. Set the carry
strap to the desired length.
Carrying:
Carry only without connected suction hose
(22) .
Carry the device only when switched off.
The tool must be carried only with the Metabo
carry strap.
The machine must NOT be carried with the carrying
strap around your neck.
6. The device
6.1 Switching on/off
Prior to switching on the vacuum cleaner, the
suction hose must be removed from the housing
to avoid overheating.
Prior to switching on the device set the respective
suction power via the rotary switch (14):
"BOOST": high suction power
- working with a drill vacuum cleaner adapter
(DDE 14, 6.30829), recommended for profiled
surface such as e.g. carpets.
"ECO": medium suction power
- recommended for smooth surfaces, cordless
tools with low dust generation (cordless
grinders, cordless mitre saws, cordless
jigsaws, etc.),.
"OFF": Off (transport lock)
- deactivates the corner switch (3)
Use the corner switch (3) to turn the machine On/
Off.
The suction power can also be changed with the
machine in operation.
6.2 PressClean
To clean the pleated filter (16) using a strong air
flow: Put the rotary switch (14) in BOOST position,
cover connecting sleeve (21) or suction opening
(10) with the hand and press the button (11) several
times (at least 3 times).
7. Use
7.1 Dry Vacuuming
WARNING - This device is only intended for dry
use.
Vacuum only with dry pleated filter (16), device and
accessories. If the cartridge is damp, dust may stick
and form a crust.
The device must not be switched on without pleated
filter in place (16).
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