1.4 Special stickers on the product
Applicable to UL vacuum cleaners
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.
Applicable to UM and UME vacuum cleaners
WARNING: This unit contains hazardous dust. Emptying and maintenance, including the removal of the dust
bag, may be carried out only by well-informed persons wearing suitable protective equipment. Do not switch
on the unit until the complete filter system has been installed and the function of the volume-flow control has
been tested.
1.5 Product information
Hilti products are designed for professional users and only trained, authorized personnel are permitted to
operate, service and maintain the products. 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.
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 | 86916 Kaufering, Germany
2 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.
▶ 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.
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