Emptying The Collection Tank; At The End Of The Work; Maintenance; Troubleshooting - Fimap FV XP110.2 WD Manuel D'utilisation Et D'entretien

EMPTYING THE COLLECTION TANK

At the end of the work, and before carrying out any type of maintenance, perform the following
operations:
1. Take the appliance to where its collection tank is emptied.
N.B: the place designated for this operation must comply with current environmental protection
regulations.
CAUTION: These operations must be carried out using gloves to protect the hands.
2. Switch off the appliance by setting the main switch (1) to "0" (Fig.1).
3. Remove the plug (2) on the power cable (3) from the mains power supply socket (4) (Fig.2).
WARNING: To prevent damaging the power cable, disconnect the plug from the mains socket
by directly pulling the plug and not the cable.
4. Remove the vacuum head (5) using the handle on top of it, before removing the head loosen the
locking catches (6) on the side of the collection tank (7) (Fig.3) and lay it on the ground.
5. For the WDM versions use the control handlebars (8) and the tank handles (9) for upturning the
appliance (Fig.4).
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6. For the WDB versions use the handle (10), on the front of the tank, to upturn the tank (Fig.5).
CAUTION: When overturning the collection tank, hold the appliance using the handlebars (11).
7. Empty the collection tank.
N.B. : If there is a cloth filter, remove it from inside the collection tank before emptying the
appliance.
N.B. : If present, remove the filter - collection bag from inside the collection tank, being
careful not to rip it. If the bag is made of paper, dispose of it properly, but if it is made of
fabric just empty it.
N.B. : If there is the rapid emptying kit, proceed as follows:
• Remove the discharge hose (12) from the catch of the collection tank (Fig.6).
• Unscrew the cap (13) and place the hose on the discharge surface and gradually release
the hose (Fig.7).
8. Refit all the parts.
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AT THE END OF THE WORK

At the end of the work, and before carrying out any type of maintenance, perform the following
operations:
1. Take the appliance to the place where it is maintained and carry out all the procedures listed in the
chapter " MAINTENANCE".
2. Take the appliance to the designated machine storage place.
3. Take all necessary steps to ensure that the device is in a safe condition (see
ATTENTION: Park the appliance in an enclosed place, on a flat surface; near the appliance
there must be no objects that could either damage it, or be damaged through contact with it.

MAINTENANCE

Properly cleaning the vacuum unit makes sure the appliance works efficiently and effectively when
operating, to carry out maintenance do as follows:
1. Take all necessary steps to ensure that the device is in a safe condition (see
2. Remove the vacuum head (1) using the handle, before removing the head loosen the locking hooks
(2) on the side of the collection tank (3) (Fig.1). Rest the vacuum head gently on the floor.
3. If present, remove the foam filter (4) (Fig.2) and clean it, also clean the mechanical float (5) with a
damp cloth (Fig.3). When dry, fit the foam filter again.
N.B. : If the surface of the filter is extremely dirty, brush the filter with a normal soft brush to
clean it thoroughly, and if necessary wash it in water.
ATTENTION: Check the condition of the foam filter if the filter surface area is particularly
clogged or if it is damaged replace it.
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4. If present, remove the cloth filter (6) (Fig.4) and clean it. When it is dry put back the cloth filter.
5. Clean the inside of the collection tank with a damp cloth.
6. Put back the vacuum head (1) on top of the collection tank (3), remembering to secure it with the
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hook catches (2).
7. Disconnect the vacuum hose (7) from the vacuum nozzle (8) on the collection tank, before pulling
the vacuum hose press the release button (9) (Fig.5).
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8. Clean the inside of the vacuum hose with a jet of compressed air, if necessary removing any
obstructions.
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9. Disconnect the cleaning accessory.
10. Clean the inside of the vacuum chamber of the accessory with compressed air, and if necessary
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remove any obstructions.
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This chapter lists the most common problems linked with the use of the appliance. If you are unable to
resolve the problems with the information given here, please contact your nearest assistance centre.
PROBLEM
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"MACHINE SAFETY").
To dispose of the appliance, take it to a demolition centre or an
authorised collection centre.
Before scrapping the appliance, it is necessary to remove and
separate out the following materials, then send them to the
appropriate collection centres in accordance with applicable
environmental hygiene regulations:
• Electric and electronic parts*
"MACHINE SAFETY").
• Plastic parts (tanks and handlebars)
• Metal parts (levers and frame)
(*) In particular, contact your distributor when scrapping electric
and electronic parts.
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N.B.: If the surface of the filter is extremely dirty, brush the filter with a normal soft brush to clean
it thoroughly, and if necessary wash it in water.
N.B: If cartridge filters or dust collection bags (cotton version) are used instead of the cloth
filter, clean them with a jet or air and check the state of their wear, and if necessary replace
them.
ATTENTION: Check the condition of the cloth filter if the filter surface area is particularly
clogged or if it is damaged replace it.
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TROUBLESHOOTING

POSSIBLE CAUSE
The main switch is not activated.
The plug on the appliance's power
cable has not been correctly inserted
into the mains socket.
The electrical specifications of the
appliance do not match the electrical
specifications of the power supply
network.
The power cable is damaged.
The vacuum hose is not connected
correctly to the nozzle on the
collection tank.
The vacuum hose is not connected
correctly to the extension hose.
The extension hose is not connected
correctly to the vacuum accessory
being used.
The vacuum circuit is blocked
(vacuum hose; extension
vacuum accessory).
There is a blockage in the vacuum
filters.
DISPOSAL
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SOLUTION
Press the main switch.
Connect the plug on the appliance's
power cable to the mains socket.
Check that the technical data on the
appliance's serial number plate match
the data of the mains supply.
Contact a specialised technician
immediately.
Connect the vacuum hose correctly to
the nozzle on the collection tank.
Connect the vacuum hose correctly to
the extension hose.
Connect the extension tube correctly
to the vacuum accessory being used.
Remove the obstruction in the
hose;
vacuum circuit.
Clear the obstruction in the vacuum
filters.