
ORIGINAL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
VC 20‑U/ VC 40‑U wet / dry vacuum
cleaner
It is essential that the operating in-
structions are read before the appli-
ance is operated for the first time.
Always keep these operating in-
structions together with the appli-
ance.
Ensure that the operating instruc-
tions are with the appliance when it
is given to other persons.
Contents Page
1 General information 1
2 Description 2
3 Accessories 4
4 Technical data 5
5 Safety instructions 5
6Beforeuse 9
7Operation 11
8 Care and maintenance 13
9 Troubleshooting 14
10 Disposal 15
11 Manufacturer’s warranty 16
1These numbers refer to the corresponding
illustrations. The illustrations can be found on
the fold-out cover pages. Keep these pages
open while studying the operating instructions.
In these operating instructions, the designation
“the appliance” always refers to the VC 20/40
wet/dry vacuum cleaners.
Parts, operating controls and indicators 1
@Grip
;Control switch
=Catch
%Waste material container
&Gripping areas
(Hose socket
)Cap for hose socket
+Supply cord hooks
§Vacuum cleaner top section
/Filter cover
:Locking clip for filter cover
·Handlebar with cradle
$Cradle catch
1 General information
1.1 Safety notices and their meaning
DANGER
Draws attention to imminent danger that will
lead to serious bodily injury or fatality.
WARNING
Draws attention to a potentially dangerous sit-
uation that could lead to serious personal injury
or fatality.
CAUTION
Draws attention to a potentially dangerous sit-
uation that could lead to slight personal injury
or damage to the equipment or other property.
NOTE
Draws attention to an instruction or other useful
information.
1.2 Explanation of the pictograms and
other information
Prohibition signs
Transport by
crane is not
permissible.
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Printed: 08.07.2013 | Doc-Nr: PUB / 5129763 / 000 / 01