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Original instructions for Vacuum Cleaner.

Symbols, abbreviations and terms used. For your safety.

Do not use this vacuum cleaner before you have 

thoroughly read and completely understood this 

Instruction Manual and the enclosed “General Safety 

Instructions” (document number 3 41 30 054 06 1). The 

documents mentioned should be kept for later use and 

enclosed with the vacuum cleaner, should it be passed on 

or sold.

Please also observe the relevant national industrial safety 

regulations.

Intended use of the vacuum cleaner:

Wet/dry vacuum cleaner for vacuuming and extraction of 

dry, non-hazardous dusts, minor dust particles, particu-

larly when carrying out dust-forming work with a power 

tool, and non-combustible liquids, in weather-protected 

environments using the application tools and accessories 

recommended by FEIN.

Special safety instructions.

Operate the vacuum cleaner only from socket outlets with 

earthing contact that are according to regulations. Only use 

undamaged power supply cords and regularly checked 

extension cords with earthing contact.

 A protective con-

ductor without continuity can lead to electric shock.

Symbol, character

Explanation

Make sure to read the enclosed documents such as the Instruction Manual and the General 

Safety Instructions.

Before commencing this working step, pull the mains plug out of the socket. Otherwise there 

may be danger of injury caused by unintentional starting of the vacuum cleaner.

General prohibition sign. This action is forbidden!

Observe the instructions in the text or graphic opposite!

Additional information.

This sign indicates a possible dangerous situation that could cause severe or fatal injury.

Confirms the conformity of the vacuum cleaner with the Guidelines of the European Com-

munity.

Worn out power tools and other electrotechnical and electrical products should be sorted 

separately for environment-friendly recycling.

Product with basic insulation and exposed (touchable), conductive parts additionally con-

nected to the protective earth conductor.

Ø

Diameter of a round part

Weight according to EPTA-Procedure 01/2003

Character

Unit of measure, 

international

Unit of measure, 

national

Explanation

P

1

W

W

Power input

P

A

W

W

Max. connected load of the integrated socket 

outlet

l

l

Container volume

l/min

l/min.

Air flow

mbar

mbar

Max. pressure difference

m, s, kg, A, mm, V, 

W, Hz, N, °C, dB, 

min, m/s

2

m, s, kg, A, mm, V, 

W, Hz, N, °C, dB, 

min, m/s

2

Basic and derived units of measure from the 

international system of units 

SI

.

WARNING

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When wet vacuuming, operate the vacuum cleaner only 

when the container is level.

 Otherwise there is danger of 

electric shock from water penetrating into the vacuum 

cleaner motor.

Do not misuse the power supply cord to pull the vacuum 

cleaner around or pull the mains plug from the socket out-

let. Keep the power supply cord away from heat, oil, sharp 

edges, or rotating parts. Do not drive over or pinch the 

power supply cord.

 Damaged or entangled power supply 

cords increase the risk of an electric shock.

Before replacing accessories, pull the mains plug from the 

socket outlet.

 This safety measure reduces the risk of 

electric shock.

Do not vacuum materials that are hazardous to one’s 

health, e. g., dust from beech or oak wood, masonry dust, 

asbestos.

 These materials are considered carcinogenic.

Do not vacuum inflammable or explosive fluids; for exam-

ple, benzene, oil, alcohol, solvents. Do not vacuum hot or 

inflammable dusts. Do not operate the machine in rooms 

where the danger of an explosion exists.

 The dusts, 

vapours or fluids can ignite or explode.

Do not rivet or screw any name-plates or signs to the vac-

uum cleaner.

 If the insulation is damaged, protection 

against an electric shock will be ineffective. Adhesive 

labels are recommended.

Do not use accessories not specifically intended and recom-

mended for this vacuum cleaner by FEIN.

 Just because the 

accessory can be attached to your vacuum cleaner, it 

does not assure safe operation.

Before putting into operation, check the mains connection 

and the mains plug for damage.

Please also observe the operating instructions and safety 

warnings of the power tool being connected to the socket 

outlet of the vacuum cleaner.

Operating instructions.

The motor of the vacuum cleaner is equipped with a soft-

start function.

When inserting a paper-dust bag, take care that the card-

board flange and the paper-dust bag face completely 

against the inside wall of the container.

After removing the paper-dust bag, seal it with the clos-

ing cover in order to avoid debris.

Keep the filter cartridge dry and clean it regularly.

Mount accessories applying only slight pressure. For dis-

assembling, turn the parts somewhat against each other 

and pull apart.

The vacuum cleaner starts with the last set suction capac-

ity.

Switch the vacuum cleaner off before connecting a 

power tool to the vacuum cleaner’s socket outlet. Make 

sure that the power tool is switched off when inserting 

its plug into the vacuum cleaner’s socket outlet.

After switching off a power tool connected to the vac-

uum cleaner’s socket outlet, the vacuum cleaner will run 

on for approx. 5 seconds and then automatically switch 

off.

When wet vacuuming, the air flow is interrupted by 

means of a float after reaching the maximum filling height. 

Switch off the vacuum cleaner immediately, pull the 

mains plug from the socket outlet and empty the con-

tainer.

Switch the vacuum cleaner off immediately as soon as 

foam or water comes out, and empty the container.

Repair and customer service.

When replacing the power tool’s cable is required, have 

this carried out by FEIN or by an authorized FEIN Service 

Agent, in order to avoid hazardous situations.

Empty the container each time after using and remove 

coarse debris and dust.

Empty the container after vacuuming liquids. Afterwards, 

run the vacuum cleaner with the accessories connected 

for several minutes in order to dry them.

Fault finding.

Malfunction description

Cause

Troubleshooting

Vacuum cleaner cannot be switched on.

Circuit breaker has tripped.

Ensure power supply.

Vacuum cleaner in remote 

control operation.

Set operating-mode selector to “

I

”.

Reduced vacuuming capacity.

Vacuum cleaner not fitted 

correctly.

Mount vacuum lid and shut both 

fasteners completely.

Vacuum system clogged.

Clean vacuum hose and extension 

tubes.

Paper-dust bag full.

Replace paper-dust bag.

Filter cartridge dirty/soiled.

Clean or renew filter cartridge.

No suction capacity when wet vacuuming.

Container full.

Empty container.

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