Maintenance / Service - SKIL MASTERS F0158700 Serie Manual Original

- place motor head back onto container and secure it
into place by using both latches A
- mount vacuum hose F onto hose connection G and
screw it into place
- insert extension tubes H and handle J firmly into each
other and connect them to the vacuum hose
- mount desired nozzle K, L or M onto suction tube
• On/off 5
- set switch N to position "I" to start wet or dry
vacuum cleaning
- set switch N to position "O" for switching off the
vacuum cleaner
- when connecting a power tool directly to the vacuum
cleaner, universal power tool adapter P may be used
(if needed)
• Airflow control 6
Control the airflow by sliding regulator Q up or down the
opening in handle J
• Mounting/removing of cartridge filter 7
! disconnect the plug
- mount/remove cartridge filter E as illustrated
- mount protection filter R over cartridge filter E for
prolonging its service life and easy cleaning purposes
• Dry vacuum cleaning 8
! ensure that all information mentioned in the
chapter "SAFETY" is read and understood
! inform yourself beforehand about the handling of
materials that are hazardous to one's health
- verify that cartridge filter E 3 and protection filter R 3
are securely mounted
- insert dust bag S as illustrated (when using a dust bag,
cartridge filter E 3 clogs slower, the vacuuming
performance is kept longer and the disposal of dust
becomes easier)
- only vacuum directly in the container when materials
not hazardous to one's health are being vacuumed
- switch off the appliance and disconnect the plug
after vacuuming
• Wet vacuum cleaning 9
! ensure that all information mentioned in the
chapter "SAFETY" is read and understood
! inform yourself beforehand about the handling of
materials that are hazardous to one's health
! remove dust bag S, cartridge filter E and
protection filter R before starting wet vacuuming
- ensure that container C 3 is emptied and clean
- carefully mount foam sleeve filter T as illustrated
- secure motor head back on the container, mount
desired nozzle directly onto vacuum hose or extension
tube, and switch on the appliance
- do not immerse the nozzle completely in the liquid;
leave a gap at the nozzle opening to allow air inflow
- when the container reaches its maximum capacity, the
motor speed increases
- when this happens, switch off the appliance,
disconnect the plug, and empty the container 0
- switch off the appliance and disconnect the plug
after vacuuming
- clean and dry the inside and outside of the container
before storage 0
• Mounting/removing of HEPA filter !
! disconnect the plug
- unlock filter door X as illustrated and pull it out
- remove HEPA filter Z and clean it or mount a new one
- insert tabs of filter door X into upper slots and lock it
into place
• Storage of tubes and nozzles @

MAINTENANCE / SERVICE

• Always disconnect plug from power source before
cleaning and/or maintenance
• Store the appliance indoors in a dry place
• Keep appliance clean (especially ventilation slots V 3)
- clean ventilation slots V 3 regularly with a brush or
compressed air
! do not attempt to clean ventilation slots by
inserting pointed objects through openings
• Cleaning of cartridge filter #
- regularly clean the carefully removed cartridge filter by
gently tapping or brushing dirt off (wear dust mask)
- do not clean indoors in living areas
! do not wash filter with soap and water
- for picking up dust the cartridge filter needs to be dry
- if the cartridge filter is wet, it will clog quickly and be
very difficult to clean
- handle the cartridge filter carefully when removing,
cleaning or replacing it
! do not use a cartridge filter with tears or small
holes; replace it immediately
• Cleaning of foam sleeve filter $
- wash filter with mild soap and water and rinse it with
clean water
- allow filter to dry before mounting it again
• Cleaning of HEPA filter %
- clean filter by brushing dirt off (wear dust mask)
- for optimal performance mount a new filter (for
ordering see "Service" on www.skilmasters.com)
• If the appliance should fail despite the care taken in
manufacturing and testing procedures, repair should be
carried out by an after-sales service centre for SKIL
power tools
- send the appliance undismantled together with proof
of purchase to your dealer or the nearest SKIL service
station (addresses as well as the service diagram of
the appliance are listed on www.skilmasters.com)
TROUBLESHOOTING
• The following listing shows problem symptoms, possible
causes and corrective actions (if these do not identify
and correct the problem, contact your dealer or
service station)
! switch off the tool and disconnect the plug before
investigating the problem
★ Appliance does not operate
- no power supply -> check power supply (power cable,
circuit breakers, fuses)
- faulty power cable -> unplug and check power cable; if
damaged, have it repaired by a professional
- container full -> empty container
★ Dust comes out from motor head cover
- cartridge filter or dust bag is missing or damaged ->
mount or replace cartridge filter or dust bag
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