Use As Directed; Possible Misuse - Hilti VC 20­U Manual De Instrucciones

3 Description
3.1 Overview of the product
Electric tool power outlet
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Automatic filter cleaning
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Control switch
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Hose socket
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Waste material container
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Grip recess
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Catch
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Vacuum cleaner top section
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3.2 Use as directed

The products described here are industrial vacuum cleaners designed for universal,
commercial use. They can be used for wet or dry applications.
Hilti products are designed for professional use and may be operated, serviced and
maintained only by trained, authorized personnel. The product and its ancillary equipment
may present hazards when used incorrectly by untrained personnel or when used not as
directed.
Use of the product to clean down persons or animals is not permissible. Underwater use
is not permissible.
▶ Before beginning work with the product, find out how to operate it correctly and about
any hazards associated with the materials you will be working with and how these
materials can be disposed of safely.
▶ Do not use the product for continuous, stationary operation in automatic or semi-
automatic systems.
▶ To reduce the risk of injury, use only genuine Hilti tools and accessories.
▶ Use an antistatic suction hose in order to avoid electrostatic effects.
▶ Do not pick up objects or materials that could cause injury by piercing through the
dust bag (e.g. pointed or sharp objects).
▶ Do not stand on the product (do not use it as a substitute for a ladder).
This product is suitable for the following applications in commercial use:
• Collecting large quantities of dust from Hilti diamond grinders, diamond cutters, rotary
hammers and core drilling machines using dry-cutting core bits.
• Picking up drilling slurry (mineral materials) with Hilti diamond core bits or Hilti
diamond saws and liquids up to a temperature of < 60 °C (140 °F).
• Picking up oil or liquid substances with a temperature of up to < 60 °C (140 °F).
• Wet and/or dry cleaning of wall and floor surfaces.

3.3 Possible misuse

• Do not operate the industrial vacuum cleaner when it is laid on its side.
• Do not use the industrial vacuum cleaner to pick up substances that present a risk
of explosion, glowing, burning or flammable substances or aggressive dusts (e.g.
magnesium or aluminum dust, etc.) (exception: wood chips or shavings).
• Do not use the industrial vacuum cleaner to pick up flammable liquids (e.g. gasoline,
solvents, coolants and lubricants, etc.).
• Working with materials hazardous to health (e.g. asbestos) is not permissible.
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Filter cover
Grip
Supply cord hook
Catch for filter cover
"Filter cleaning ON/OFF" button
Automatic filter cleaning system
status indicator
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