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• Always pull out the plug
– if the appliance malfunctions during operation
– before cleaning and maintenance
– after use
– when changing the filter.
• Never unplug the appliance by pulling at the cable, but only by
removing the plug directly from the socket.
• Ensure that the main cable is not exposed to either heat or chemi-
cal substances, nor that it is pulled across sharp edges or surfaces.
• Never repair damage to the appliance, to the accessories or to
the cable (special cable required); have repairs done only by an
authorised customer service station, because modifications to the
appliance can pose a risk to your health. Ensure that only original
spare parts and accessories are used.
• Do not expose the appliance to the elements, humidity or heating
sources.
Unpacking the Unit
• Unpack the unit and inspect it for signs of shipping damage.
Check that all items that should be included are present. Immedi-
ately notify your dealer or out customer-service department if you
find any damage or if any items are missing.
• Save the original packing carton, since you can use it for storing
the unit and might need it to return the unit to your dealer or a
THOMAS Customer-Service Center for servicing.
Assembly of castor wheels
A Undo the snap-on fasteners and lift the motor block.
B Push the castor wheels and the pegs into the base of the
collecting bin until they snap into place.
Dry vacuuming
After wet vacuuming, the appliance must be absolutely dry;
dry off the flexible hose or tubes if necessary beforehand.
Never dry vacuum without filters or with damaged
filters.
D Use long-term wet and dry filter (23) and lock with rotary clips.
E Press the filter sack on the suction connection firmly and lay it
against the wall of the collecting bin.
F Place the motor block on top and secure it by means of snap-
on fasteners.
G Connecting the flexible hose. Remove the hose by turning the
hose connecting piece and withdrawing the hose.
Assemble the accessories you require.
Connect the mains cable.
H Turn the appliance on with the On/Off switch (5).
Suction control (11, figure J) allows you to vary the suction
power.
– Sliding air trap closed = full suction power
– Sliding air trap open = reduced suction power
Wet vacuuming
Always remove the filter assembly (figure D+E)
before commencing wet vacuuming, since otherwise
the filter assembly will be ruined. Do not forget
to unplug the line cord before removing the motor
housing (2) from the tank.
When vacuuming out containers in which the liquid level is
higher than the top of the collecting bin and which have a
larger volume than the capacity of the collecting bin, liquid
can continue to be vacuumed beyond the capacity of the
collecting bin if the float valve is closed.
In such cases, vacuum only in partial amounts and intermittently
empty the collecting bin.
Lift the tube and flexible hose out of the liquid first and then turn off
the appliance afterwards, in order to prevent an afterflow of liquid.
Keep the float valve (27, fig. K) clean and accessible at all
times. It automatically interrupts vacuuming when the collecting
bin is full.
After completion of wet vacuuming, please clean and dry the
appliance and the accessories used.
If unexpected difficulties arise
If your appliance does not operate to your satisfaction, you do not
have to contact customer service straight away. Please check first as to
whether the fault is due one of the following minor causes:
Dust escaping from suction sockets:
• Has the filter system been fitted in accordance with the instructions?
• Has an original THOMAS filter been used?
Gradual reduction in suction power:
• Are the pores of the tissue filter clogged up by dust or soot?
• Is the collecting bin full?
• Is there a blockage in the nozzle, extension tube or flexible
hose?/Stretch the flexible hose while the appliance is switched
on – this will loosen the obstruction.)
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