Transport by crane is not permissible.
1.3
Product-dependent symbols
1.3.1
Symbols on the product
The following symbols are used on the product:
Warning: hot surface
1.4
Special stickers on the product
H-class vacuum cleaners
Peel the sticker with the appropriate national language wording from the sheet of stickers and affix it over
the corresponding part of the warning sticker:
WARNING: This unit contains hazardous dust. Emptying and maintenance, including the removal of the dust
bag, may be carried out only by persons familiar with the unit and wearing suitable protective equipment. Do
not switch on until the complete filter system has been installed.
1.5
Product information
products are designed for professional users and only trained, authorized personnel are
permitted to operate, service and maintain the products. This personnel must be specifically informed about
the possible hazards. The product and its ancillary equipment can present hazards if used incorrectly by
untrained personnel or if used not in accordance with the intended use.
The type designation and serial number are printed on the rating plate.
▶ Write down the serial number in the table below. You will be required to state the product details when
contacting Hilti Service or your local Hilti organization to inquire about the product.
Product information
Wet / dry vacuum cleaner
Generation
Serial no.
1.6
Declaration of conformity
We declare, on our sole responsibility, that the product described here complies with the applicable directives
and standards. A copy of the declaration of conformity can be found at the end of this documentation.
The technical documentation is filed and stored here:
Hilti Entwicklungsgesellschaft mbH | Tool Certification | Hiltistrasse 6 | D-86916 Kaufering, Germany
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Safety
2.1
General safety instructions
In addition to the safety instructions given in the various sections of these operating instructions, the following
points must be strictly observed at all times.
▶ Read all the instructions. Failure to follow all the instructions listed below may result in electric shock,
fire and/or serious injury.
▶ If the appliance is used in conjunction with an electric tool, read and follow the operating
instructions for the electric tool and all the warnings.
▶ Modification of the appliance is not permitted.
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