Hilti VC 300-17 X User manual

VC 300-17 X
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Printed: 22.02.2017 | Doc-Nr: PUB / 5334135 / 000 / 00

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1 Information about the documentation
1.1 About this documentation
• Read this documentation before initial operation or use. This is a prerequisite for safe, trouble-free
handling and use of the product.
• Observe the safety instructions and warnings in this documentation and on the product.
• Always keep the operating instructions with the product and make sure that the operating instructions
are with the product when it is given to other persons.
1.2 Explanation of symbols used
1.2.1 Warnings
Warnings alert persons to hazards that may occur when handling or using the product. The following signal
words are used in combination with a symbol:
DANGER! Draws attention to an imminent hazard that will lead to serious personal injury or
fatality.
WARNING! Draws attention to a potential hazard that could lead to serious personal injury or
fatality.
CAUTION! Draws attention to a potentially dangerous situation that could lead to minor personal
injury or material damage.
1.2.2 Symbols in the documentation
The following symbols are used in this document:
Read the operating instructions before use
Instructions for use and other useful information
1.2.3 Symbols in the illustrations
The following symbols are used in illustrations:
These numbers refer to the corresponding illustrations found at the beginning of these operating
instructions.
The numbering reflects the sequence of operations shown in the illustrations and may deviate
from the steps described in the text.
Item reference numbers are used in the overview illustration and refer to the numbers used in
the key in the product overview section.
This symbol is intended to draw special attention to certain points when handling the product.
1.3 Product-dependent symbols
1.3.1 Symbols on the product
The following symbols are used on the product:
Warning: hot surface
Transport by crane is not permissible.
1.4 Product information
Hilti products are designed for professional use and may be operated, serviced and maintained only by
trained, authorized personnel. This personnel must be informed of any particular hazards that may be
encountered. 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 stated 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.
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Product information
Wet / dry vacuum cleaner VC 300-17 X
Generation 01
Serial no.
1.5 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 issued by the certification department can be found at the end of
this documentation.
The technical documentation is filed and stored here:
Hilti Entwicklungsgesellschaft mbH | Tool Certification | Hiltistrasse 6 | 86916 Kaufering, Germany
2 Safety
2.1 Important safety instructions
WARNING! READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE. Failure to follow all the
instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS
IN A SAFE PLACE.
2.2 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.
▶Use the right appliance for the job. Do not use the appliance for purposes for which it was not intended.
Use it only as directed and when in faultless condition.
▶Before beginning work with the appliance, find out how to operate it correctly and about any hazards
associated with the materials it will be picking up and how these materials can be disposed of.
▶Take the influences of the surrounding area into account. Do not use the appliance where there is a risk
of fire or explosion.
▶The appliance may only be used by persons who are familiar with it, have been trained on how to use
it safely and who understand the resulting hazards. The appliance is not intended for use by children.
Children must be supervised in order to ensure that they don’t play with the appliance.
▶Store appliances in a secure place when not in use. When not in use, appliances must be stored in a dry,
high place or locked away out of reach of children.
2.3 Personal safety
▶Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating the product. Do not use
the vacuum cleaner while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment
of inattention while operating the appliance may result in serious personal injury.
▶The user and any other persons in the vicinity must wear suitable eye protection, a hard hat, ear
protection, protective gloves, safety footwear and breathing protection while the appliance is in use or
while maintenance work on it is being carried out.
▶Engage the wheel brakes so that the vacuum cleaner stands securely. If the wheel brakes are disengaged
the vacuum cleaner may run away out of control.
▶If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are
connected and properly used.
2.4 Use and care of the appliance
▶Never leave the appliance unattended.
▶Activate the filter cleaning system when picking up hazardous dusts, especially when the appliance is
used in conjunction with electric tools that generate dust.
▶Protect the appliance from frost.
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▶Clean the water level limiting device regularly with a brush, in accordance with the instructions, and
check it for signs of damage.
▶When fitting the top section of the vacuum cleaner, take care to avoid pinching your fingers or damaging
the supply cord.
▶Check the appliance and its accessories for any damage. Guards, safety devices and any slightly
damaged parts must be checked carefully to ensure that they function faultlessly and as intended. Check
that moving parts function faultlessly, without sticking, and that no parts are damaged. In order to ensure
faultless operation of the appliance, all parts must be fitted correctly and must meet the necessary
requirements.
▶Have the apppliance serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts.
▶Always lead the supply cord, the extension cord and the suction hose away to the rear when working.
▶Always unplug the supply cord from the power outlet when the appliance is not in use (during
breaks), before cleaning and maintenance and before changing the filter or accessories. This prevents
unintentional starting of the appliance.
▶Never pull the vacuum cleaner by the supply cord to a new working position. Do not run the wheels of
the vacuum cleaner over the supply cord.
▶Do not transport the appliance by crane.
2.5 Electrical safety
▶The plug on the supply cord of the appliance must match the outlet. Do not change the plug in any way.
Do not use adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) appliances. Unmodified plugs and matching outlets
reduce risk of electric shock.
▶Insert the plug in a suitable earthed/grounded power outlet which has been correctly and safely installed
and is in compliance with local regulations. If you are in doubt about the effectiveness of the power
outlet’s earth/ground connection, have it checked by a qualified specialist.
▶Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces such as pipes, radiators, cookers, stoves and
refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is grounded.
▶Do not expose the appliance to rain or wet conditions.
▶Check to ensure that the supply cord does not lie in a puddle of water.
▶Check the appliance’s supply cord at regular intervals and have it replaced by Hilti Service if damage is
found. Check extension cords at regular intervals and replace them if found to be damaged.
▶Do not touch the supply cord or extension cord if they are damaged while working. Pull the plug out of
the power outlet.
▶The electric supply cord may be replaced only with a cord of the type specified in the operating
instructions.
▶Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord to carry the appliance or pull the plug from an outlet. Keep
cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts.
▶When operating an electric appliance outdoors, use only extension cords of a type suitable for outdoor
use. Use of an extension cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.
▶In the event of an interruption in the electric supply, switch the appliance off and unplug it from the power
outlet.
▶Use the power outlet on the appliance only for the purposes described in the operating instructions.
▶Never operate the appliance when it is dirty or wet. Dust (especially dust from conductive materials) or
dampness on the surface of the appliance can, under unfavorable conditions, lead to electric shock.
Have dirtied or dusty appliances checked at regular intervals by Hilti Service, especially if they are used
frequently for working on conductive materials.
▶If use of the appliance in a damp environment cannot be avoided, use a ground fault circuit interrupter.
2.6 Workplace
▶Ensure that the workplace is well lit.
▶Ensure that the workplace is well ventilated. Exposure to dust at a poorly ventilated workplace may result
in damage to the health.
▶Keep the workplace tidy. Objects which could cause injury should be removed from the working area.
▶Do not operate the appliance in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids,
gases or dust. Electric appliances cause sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.
▶Use extra care when working on stairs.
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