Technical Inspection - Metabo ASA 25 L PC Manual Original

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- Unplug mains cable. Ensure the plug cannot be
reconnected accidentally.
- Open the snap locks (6). Remove the upper part
(3) from the container (8).
- Tip out the container.
Disposing of the Fleece Filter Bag
- Pull the mains plug. Ensure the plug cannot be
reconnected accidentally.
- Put on a dust mask.
- Open the snap locks (6). Remove the upper part
(3) from the container (8).
- Carefully pull back the fleece filter bag (9) from the
suction opening (7).
- Dispose of the vacuumed material in accordance
with legal regulations.
Disposing of the PE Filter Bag
- Insert mains plug.
- Switch on the vacuum cleaner and clean the filter:
Press the button (4) ('PressClean' see
section7.2).
- Switch off the vacuum cleaner: turn the switch (1)
to the "0" position.
- Put on a dust mask.
- Open the snap locks (6). Remove the upper part
(3) from the container (8). Before setting down the
upper part, turn switch (1) to the "I" position so
that any falling dust is vacuumed.
- Carefully pull back the PE filter bag (10) from the
suction opening (7).
- Dispose of the vacuumed material in accordance
with legal regulations.
10. Maintenance
10.1 General Instructions
Before performing any maintenance, always
switch off the appliance and remove the mains
plug. Ensure the plug cannot be reconnected acci-
dentally.
Clean the appliance (see section9.).
For maintenance by the user, the vacuum cleaner
must be taken apart, cleaned and maintained, to the
extent possible, without endangering maintenance
staff or other people.
Preventive Measures
Appropriate preventive measures include: cleaning
the appliance before disassembly; providing local
filtered forced ventilation where the vacuum cleaner
is disassembled; cleaning of the maintenance area
and providing suitable personal protective clothing
and equipment.
10.2 Reduction in suction power
If the suction power decreases, carry out the
following steps:
1. Clean the pleated filter (11): Press button (4)
('PressClean', see section 7.2)
2. Empty the container or replace the fleece filter
bag (9) or PE filter bag (10).
3. Replace the pleated filter (11), or shake it out,
brush it off or remove it, rinse under running
water, dry and reinsert (see section 10.3).
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10.3 Replacing the pleated filter (11)
- Clean the pleated filter (11) again before replace-
ment: Press the (4) button ('PressClean', see
section 7.2).
- Unplug mains cable. Ensure the plug cannot be
reconnected accidentally.
- Open the snap locks (6). Remove the upper part
(3) from the container (8).
See illustration D, page 2. Turn the filter cage (12)
anti-clockwise (bayonet catch) and remove.
Remove the pleated filter (11).
Seal the old pleated filter immediately in a dust-tight
plastic bag and dispose of it in accordance with
regulations.
Fit the new pleated filter as far as the limit stop,
ensuring that the filter is properly and securely posi-
tioned. Insert the filter cage (12) and turn it anti-
clockwise (bayonet catch) in order to secure the
pleated filter.
10.4 Water sensor
CAUTION- Regularly clean the mobile float
that is incorporated in the filter cage (12) and
check it for signs of damage.

10.5 Technical inspection

At least once a year, the manufacturer or a suitably
qualified and trained person must carry out a dust
test, e.g. to check for damage to the filter, verify that
the appliance is airtight and that the control unit is
functioning correctly.
For maintenance by the user, the vacuum cleaner
must be taken apart, cleaned and maintained, to the
extent possible, without endangering maintenance
staff or other people.
Preventive Measures
Appropriate preventive measures include: cleaning
the appliance before disassembly; providing local
filtered forced ventilation where the vacuum cleaner
is disassembled; cleaning of the maintenance area
and providing suitable personal protective clothing
and equipment.
When carrying out maintenance or repairs, it is
essential to dispose of any contaminated objects
that cannot be adequately cleaned. These objects
must be disposed of using impermeable bags and
in accordance with the applicable regulations for
removing such waste.
11. Troubleshooting
Reduction in suction power:
See the instructions in the section on Cleaning.
• Is the pleated filter (11) dirty? Clean the
cassettes.
• Fleece filter bag (9) full? Replace the filter bag.
• PE filter bag (10) full? Replace the filter bag.
• Container (8) full? Empty the container.
• Nozzle, tubes or hose blocked? Clean.
Appliance will not start:
• Is the plug in the plug socket?
• No power from mains?