Intended Use; Operation; Maintenance - Silverline 974451 Originalbetriebsanleitung

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Intended Use

Heavy duty domestic vacuum cleaner suitable for wet and dry cleaning applications around the
home, garage and workshop.
Unpacking Your Tool
• Carefully unpack and inspect your tool. Fully familiarise yourself with all its features and
functions
• Ensure that all parts of the tool are present and in good condition. If any parts are missing or
damaged, have such parts replaced before attempting to use this tool
Before Use
WARNING: Ensure the tool is disconnected from the power supply before attaching or changing any
accessories, or making any adjustments
Wheel installation
1. Take the Tank (4) section of the vacuum cleaner and place it upside down on a secure flat surface
with the Lid (9) off
2. Attach the Rear Wheel Mounts (15) to the mounting points at the rear of the Tank (Image A)
3. Attach the Front Wheel Mounts (18) to the mounting points at the front of the Tank
4. Secure the wheel mounts in place using the Wheel Fixing Screws (19)
5. Push the Rear Wheels (15) onto the Rear Wheel Mounts protruding axle
6. Push the Caster Assembly (17) into the holes in the Front Wheel Mounts to secure into place
7. Turn the Tank upright onto its wheels
Vacuum assembly
1. Fit the Foam Filter (23) by sliding it gently over the Filter Frame (14)
2. Fit the Dust Bag (20) over the Inlet Coupling (7) (Image B)
3. Replace the Lid (9) on top of the Tank (4)
4. Ensure the Power Take Off Socket (13) is directly above the Air Inlet (6)
5. Fasten both Lid Clamps (8)
Hose assembly
1. Fit the Vacuum Connector (1) to the Air Inlet (6), by aligning the notch in the Vacuum Connector
with the slot in the Air Inlet and push-fit into place
2. Insert the larger end of the Extending Tube (24) into the free end of the Flexible Hose (2)
Note: The Extending Tubes length can be adjusted by releasing the Tube Latch (25) and pulling the
two ends apart to the desired length.
3. Attach the desired hose accessory to the free end of the Extending Tube

Operation

Power take off socket operation
Note: This vacuum cleaner can be used to power another electrical device, e.g. a power tool, up
to 2000W.
1. Check that the ON/OFF Switch (12) is in the '0' (OFF) position
2. Connect the vacuum to the mains power supply
WARNING: If the device has a power switch, make sure it is switched OFF before plugging into the
Power Take Off Socket (13)
3. Plug the device into the Power Take Off Socket (power will be automatically provided through the
PTO Socket)
Note: If using the vacuum cleaner as a dust extraction device, connect the Flexible Hose (2) to the
tools dust extraction port, before powering ON.
4. Press the ON/OFF Switch to 'II' (ON) to start the vacuum cleaner
5. Turn your power tool ON and commence work
IMPORTANT: There is a deliberate 20-second start-up and shut-off delay on the vacuum when using
a power tool connected to the PTO socket.
• The Power Take Off (PTO) Socket (13) provides power to external devices. The PTO is designed to
be used in conjunction with an external machine that requires dust extraction
• The vacuum will power itself ON to work in conjunction with the machine that is connected
• When the machine connected to the Power Take Off (PTO) Switch is switched OFF the vacuum will
simultaneously switch OFF
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Wet & dry vacuum cleaning
Note: When using the vacuum for dry use fit the Dust Bag (20).
1. Check the ON/OFF Switch (12) is in the '0' (OFF) position
2. Plug the Mains Cable (11) into the mains power supply (See 'Specification')
Note: The Power Take Off Socket (13) will provide power once the vacuum has been connected to
the mains supply.
3. Switch the vacuum ON by pressing 'I' on the ON/OFF Switch
4. Switch the vacuum OFF by pressing the ON/OFF Switch into the '0' position
Notes:
• Ensure the inside of the Tank (4) and the Filter Frame (14) are clean and free from dirt before
operating
• Make sure the Drain Cap (3) is closed and hand tight
• When the Tank is full, the float valve within the Filter Frame will close. There will be an increase in
motor speed and loss of suction when this happens
• The Extending Tube (24) can be adjusted to suit the user. Release the Tube Latch (25) to adjust
the length
Draining the liquid
WARNING: ALWAYS disconnect from the power supply before carrying out any inspection,
maintenance or cleaning.
1. Disconnect any attachments from the end of the vacuum hose
2. Lift the end of the Flexible Hose (2) up above head height so that any liquid runs down into the
Tank (4)
3. Position your vacuum cleaner so the Drain Cap (3) is above the drainage area
Note: Make sure that no perishable object or material is within 3 metres of the Drain Cap.
4. Unscrew the Drain Cap and allow the liquid to drain. Undo the Lid Clamps (8) and remove the Lid
(9)
5. Tip the rest of the liquid out of the Tank into the drainage area
Blowing
1. Ensure the inside of the Tank (4) and the Filter Frame (14) are clean and free from dirt before
operating
2. Ensure the Foam Filter (23) is clean and dry, and fitted to the Filter Frame
3. Replace the Lid (9) on top of the Tank
4. Close both Lid Clamps (8)
5. Remove the plastic Air Outlet Cover (26) already fitted to the Air Outlet (10). It has a small clip
underneath so press at the underside of the cover before pulling out
6. Attach the Flexible Hose (2) to the Air Outlet
WARNING: Point the small end of the Flexible Hose well away from any object or person; debris
may be ejected from the hose end
7. Switch on the vacuum cleaner by pressing the ON/OFF Switch (12) into the 'I' position
8. Wait a few minutes for waste to be released from the end of the hose before blowing
Accessories
• A range of accessories and consumables, including filters and bags, is available from you
Silverline stockist
• Spare parts can be obtained from toolsparesonline.com

Maintenance

WARNING: ALWAYS disconnect from the power supply before carrying out any inspection,
maintenance or cleaning.
General inspection
• Regularly check that all the fixing screws are tight
• Inspect the supply cord of the tool, prior to each use, for damage or wear. Repairs should be
carried out by an authorised Silverline service centre. This advice also applies to extension cords
used with this tool
Cleaning
• Keep your tool clean at all times. Dirt and dust will cause internal parts to wear quickly, and
shorten the machine's service life. Clean the body of your machine with a soft brush, or dry cloth.
If available, use clean, dry, compressed air to blow through the ventilation holes
• Clean the tool casing with a soft damp cloth using a mild detergent. Do not use alcohol, petrol or
strong cleaning agents
• Never use caustic agents to clean plastic parts