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equivalent. Contact a dealer if in doubt.
Only use high-quality parts and
attachments. in order to avoid the risk of
accidents or damage to the machine.
STIHL recommends the use of genuine
STIHL parts and accessories. These
have been optimized for the product and
the user's requirements.
Never modify the machine in any way,
as this could be extremely dangerous.
STIHL excludes all liability for personal
injury and damage to property caused
while using unauthorized attachments.
Applications
Vacuuming of dry, non-flammable
materials (dust, dirt, broken glass, wood
or metal shavings, sand, etc.) and non-
flammable liquids (dirty water, spilled
juices, etc.)
Never use the machine to
vacuum hot materials
(hot ash, flammable
explosive dust, glowing
cigarette butts, etc.) or
combustible liquids
(gasoline, thinner, etc.)
as well as aggressive liq-
uids (acids, lye) –
Danger of fire or
explosion!
The machine is not suitable for
vacuuming toxic dust.
Other uses are not permitted and may
lead to accidents or damage to the
machine. The machine must not be
modified in any way – this may also lead
to accidents or damage to the machine.
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Transporting the machine
When transporting the machine in or on
a vehicle, it must be secured, e.g. with
straps, so that it cannot slip or tip over.
Do not tilt the machine if there is liquid in
the container.
Close all latches on the container before
transport.
Before starting work
Check the machine
The machine should only be used if it is
in good working order – risk of
accident!
– It must be possible to move the
switch to the 0 position easily.
– The switch must be in the 0 position.
Remove the filter bag and check correct
operation of the float before vacuuming
liquids or wet materials. Never work
without the filter element.
Never attempt to modify the controls or
safety devices
Electrical connection
Minimize the risk of electrical shock:
– Voltage and frequency of the
machine (see rating plate) must
match the voltage and frequency of
the mains supply
– Examine the power cord, power
plug and extension cord for
damage. Damaged cords,
couplings and plugs or power cords
that do not comply with the
regulations must not be used
– Only connect the machine to a
correctly installed power socket
– Use only extension cords that
comply with the specifications for
the respective application.
– The insulation on the power cord
and any extension cord, the plug
and the coupling must be fully intact
Route the power cord and extension
cord properly:
– Observe the minimum cross-section
of the individual cords – see
"Connecting the machine to the
power supply"
– Route and mark the power cord so
that it cannot become damaged and
no one is endangered – danger of
stumbling!
– The connector and coupling of the
extension cord must be waterproof
or routed in such a way that they
cannot come into contact with water
– the connector and coupling of the
extension cord must not lie in water
– don't let the cord rub against edges
or pointed or sharp objects
– don't squeeze the cord under doors
or windows
– if cords become snarled – unplug
the power plug and unsnarl the cord
– always unroll the power cord from
the cable drum completely to avoid
risk of fire due to overheating
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