Instruction Manual

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English 5 Preparing the wet/dry vacuum cleaner for use
4.11 Cleaning, Servicing and Repairs
WARNING
￭ If the mains plug is plugged into a socket when carrying
out cleaning, servicing or repairs, it is possible for the
wet/dry vacuum cleaner to be switched on inadvertently.
This can result in serious injuries and damage to property.
► Unplug the mains plug of the wet/dry vacuum cleaner
from the socket.
￭ Harsh detergents, cleaning with a water jet or pointed
objects can damage the wet/dry vacuum cleaner. If the
wet/dry vacuum cleaner is not properly cleaned, parts may
not function correctly and safety devices can be disabled.
People can be seriously injured.
￭ If compressed air is used to clean the wet/dry vacuum
cleaner or the filters, dust which is harmful to health may
be raised and breathed in. Inhaling dust can be harmful to
health and trigger allergic reactions.
► Clean the wet/dry vacuum cleaner and filters as
described in this Instruction Manual.
￭ If the wet/dry vacuum cleaner is not properly serviced or
repaired, parts may not function correctly and safety
devices can be disabled. People can be seriously injured
or killed.
► Do not attempt to service or repair the wet/dry vacuum
cleaner yourself.
► If the battery is faulty or damaged: Have
the connecting cord replaced by a STIHL
servicing dealer.
► If the wet/dry vacuum cleaner needs to be serviced or
repaired: Contact a STIHL servicing dealer.
5.1 Preparing the wet/dry vacuum cleaner for use
The following steps must be carried out every time before
starting work:
► Make sure that the wet/dry vacuum cleaner and the
connecting cord are in a safe condition, @ 4.6.
► Clean the wet/dry vacuum cleaner, @ 13.1.
► Attach the suction hose, @ 6.4.1.
► Check the filter, @ 8.1.
► Check the cooling air filter, @ 8.2.
► If using an accessory: Fit accessory, @ 6.6.
► Plug the mains plug of the wet/dry vacuum cleaner into an
easily accessible socket.
► If it is not possible to carry out these steps: Do not use the
wet/dry vacuum cleaner. Consult a STIHL servicing
dealer.
6.1 Assembling the wet/dry vacuum cleaner
The accessory supplied is inside the cardboard box and
inside the container.
5 Preparing the wet/dry vacuum cleaner
for use
6 Assembling the wet/dry vacuum
cleaner
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