6.9 After use of the vacuum cleaner
1. Switch off the electric tool.
2. Turn the vacuum cleaner control switch to the "OFF" position.
3. Unplug the vacuum cleaner's supply cord from the power outlet.
4. Coil up the supply cord and hang it on the hook.
5. Empty the container and clean the appliance by wiping it with a damp cloth.
6. Coil up the suction hose.
7. Store the vacuum cleaner in a secure, dry place where it is inaccessible to unauthorized users.
6.10 Emptying dry dust from the waste material container
1. Pull the plug out of the power outlet.
2. Lift the vacuum cleaner top section away from the waste material container and place it on a level surface.
VC 20-UM
VC 20-UME
VC 40-UM
VC 40-UME
▶ Remove the dust bag from the waste material container.
VC 20U
VC 20-UL
VC 40U
VC 40-UL
▶ Remove the dust bag from the waste material container or grip the container by the recess provided
and empty it by tipping out the contents.
3. Fit the vacuum cleaner top section onto the waste material container and close the two catches.
6.11 Emptying the waste material container when no dust bag is fitted (picking up liquids)
1. Disconnect the supply cord plug from the power outlet.
2. Lift the vacuum cleaner top section away from the waste material container and place it on a level surface.
3. Grip the waste material container by the recess provided and empty it by tipping out the contents.
4. Clean the edge of the waste material container with a cloth.
5. Fit the vacuum cleaner top section onto the waste material container and close the two catches.
7 Care, maintenance, transport and storage
7.1 Care and maintenance of the appliance
WARNING
Electrical hazards. Improper repairs to electrical parts may lead to serious injuries.
▶ Electrical parts may be repaired only by trained electrical specialists.
▶ Keep the appliance, especially its grip surfaces, clean and free from oil and grease. Do not use
cleaning agents containing silicone.
▶ Never operate the vacuum cleaner when the air vents are blocked. Clean the air vents carefully using a
dry brush. Do not permit foreign objects to enter the interior of the appliance.
▶ Clean the outer surfaces of the appliance with a slightly damp cloth at regular intervals. Do not use a
spray system, pressure jet washer or running water for cleaning as this may negatively affect the electrical
safety of the appliance.
VC 20-UL
VC 20-UM
VC 20-UME
VC 40-UL
VC 40-UM
VC 40-UME
The appliance must be handled for cleaning and maintenance in a way that avoids exposing maintenance
personnel and other persons to any hazards.
▶ Use filtered forced ventilation.
Printed: 15.02.2016 | Doc-Nr: PUB / 5267661 / 000 / 00
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