Festool SRM 312 LE-AS: GB

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GB

Technical data

SRM 312 LE-AS

Power consumption

350 - 1,200 W

Connected load to appliance

plug socket max.

EC

2,400 W

CH, DK

1,100 W

GB

1,800 W

AUS

1,200 W

Volume flow (air)

max. 228 m³/h

Vacuum

max. 23,000 Pa

Filter surface

10,500 cm²

Suction hose

Ø 27 mm x 3.5 m

Sound pressure level

in compliance with EN 60704-1

59 dB(A)

Container capacity

63 l

Dimensions LxWxH

560x590x975 mm

Weight

26.5 kg

Power cable length

7.5 m

Explosion protection

designation

  II 3D T4 IP 54

The specified illustrations can be found at the

beginning of the operating instructions.

Pictograms

Note, Danger!

Manual, read the instructions.

1

Intended use

- The vacuum cleaners are designed as

specified for the aspiration and evacuation

of noxious dusts industrial threshold limit

values (LTL-values) up to 0.1 mg/m³ and of

wood dusts corresponding to dust class ‘M’

in accordance with IEC 60335-2-69.

- The vacuum cleaners are designed as

specified for extracting water.

- The vacuum cleaners are designed in

accordance with EN 60335-1 and EN 60335-

2-69 for a higher loading in industrial use.

- From a safety viewpoint, the mobile dust

extractor is suitable for extracting dry,

combustible, dust materials from explosion

classes ST 1, ST 2 and ST 3 in zone 22. De-

signation as per Ex-RL 94/9/EG: Group II,

category 3D, suitable for areas where there

is not usually an explosive atmosphere, and

if so, only occasionally and for short periods.

- The mobile dust extractor must not be used

to extract matierals that may cause a

dangerous reaction when coming in contact

with water.

- When extracting magnesium, additional

safety measures must be taken.

- The mobile dust extractor must not be used

for extraction at processing machines (object

extraction) if there is a danger that active

ignition sources are also extracted.

- From a safety viewpoint, the mobile dust

extractor is not suitable for extracting

materials capable of exploding as per §1,

Explosives Act, for combustible fluids or

mixtures of combustible dust and fluids.

The user is liable for damage and injury

resulting from incorrect usage!

1.1

Safety instructions

The appliance may contain dust that is

hazardous to health. The appliance

must not be emptied, nor must

maintenance work, including filter

changes, be carried out, by anyone

other than authorized specialist

personnel with appropriate protective

equipment. Do not operate the

appliance without a fully installed filter

system.

- When handling and extracting dusts that are

hazardous to health, the safety regulations

applicable in your country as well as the

specifications of the material manufacturer

must be observed without fail.

- Only use original Festool accessories.

- If used to extract dusts with LTL values or

large quantities of beech or oak sawdust,

only one dust source (electric or air tool) may

be connected.

- Do not use to extract aggressive liquids (e.g.

acids, alkalis, solvents).

- Remove plug from mains socket when not

in use and before maintenance work.

- Do not pull plug out of mains socket by its

cable.

- Protect the cable against heat, oil and sharp

edges.

- Check the plugs and cables regularly and have

them replaced by an expert if damaged.

- Do not leave devices out in the rain.

- Do not lift or carry the devices by their handles

using a crane hook or lifting gear.

- The device may only be used by persons who

have been trained in its use and who are

authorised to do so.

- For safety reasons, only operate the machine

using a totally earthed socket.

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Appliance preparation and initial

operation

Stick the enclosed sticker in your national

language on the text area of the warning plate

(1.13).

2.1

Assembling the device

The accessories are delivered horizontal in the

container (1.5), and must be removed prior

to initial operation.

- Open locking clips (1.4), remove top section

(1.2),

- Insert filter bag as per instructions (see print

on filter bag).

 Important:

 Push filter bag

collar (3.2) onto intake fitting (3.1) with some

force.

- Replace top section of extractor and close

locking clips.

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2.2

Electrical connection

The operating voltage shown on the

rating plate must correspond to the

voltage of the mains power supply.

Make sure that the vacuum cleaner is

switched off when you plug the power

cable in.

2.3

On/off switch (1.3)

In position 0 the vacuum cleaner is switched

off and the appliance plug socket (1.8) is dead.

Before switching on, make sure that a filter

element (2.2) and a filter bag (3.3) have been

properly inserted.

Two modes of operation are possible:

a)

Switch position “MAN”

The appliance plug socket is live.

Before turning the switch to the “MAN”

position, ensure that the tool

connected to the appliance plug socket

is switched off.

The cleaner motor starts immediately.

b)

Switch position “Auto”

The appliance plug socket is live.

Before turning the switch to the “Auto”

position, ensure that the tool

connected to the appliance plug socket

is switched off.

The switch position and the suction hose

diameter must correspond.

The cleaner motor starts only when the tool

connected to the appliance plug socket is

switched on.

2.4

Suction force regulator (1.10)

The suction force regulator can be used to vary

the suction capacity. This permits a precise

adaptation to different substances to be picked

up.

2.5

Connecting an electric tool

Observe the maximum connected load

on the appliance plug socket (see

”Technical Data”)!

Connect the electric tool to the appliance plug

socket (1.8).

Make sure that the electric tool is switched off

when plugging it in and unplugging it.

2.6

Connecting pneumatic tools

Pneumatic tools used with the Festool IAS

system can also be operated with automatic

extraction. To achieve this, plug the coupling

connector from the exhaust-air line on the IAS

connecting piece into the coupling socket (1.9).

The operating pressure must be above 6 bar

to ensure perfect operation, and a silencer

must be fitted to the IAS connecting piece.

Make sure that the pneumatic tool is

switched off when plugging it in and

unplugging it.

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Changing the filter

During the following procedure, take care not

to raise dust more than is unavoidable.

Wear a P2 breathing protection mask

with health-hazardous dusts!

3.1

Changing the filter bag

- Open locking clips (1.4), remove top section

(1.2),

- Change filter bag (3.3) – see print on filter

bag,

- Dispose of the used filter bag in accordance

with statutory requirements,

- Replace top section, close locking clips.

3.2

Changing the filter element

Do not operate machine without a filter

element. This may damage the motor.

- Open locking clips (1.4), remove top section

(1.2) and set down with the filter element

facing up (Fig. 2).

- Detach filter clamping collar (2.1) with

accompanying tool and remove together

with the filter clamping washer (2.2).

- Pull a filter protection bag over the filter

element (2.3).

- Remove filter element and close the filter

protection bag with a knot.

- Dispose of the used filter element in a sealed,

dust-tight bag in accordance with statutory

requirements,

- Insert a new filter element

- Place filter washer in position and tighten filter

clamping nut.

- Replace top section, close locking clips.

3.3

Filter cartridge

The filter cartridge (2.4) cleans the cooling air

for the motor.

To replace a dirty filter cartridge, the bracket

(2.5) must first be removed (snap-on latch).

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Application

Before commencing work, check the flow rate

monitor: Hold the suction hose closed while

the motor is running - after approx. 10

seconds, an acoustic warning signal should

sound.

Tools and accessories can be set down on the

storage area ready to hand.

A hose holder can be inserted in the holes

(1.12) on the left and right of the handle and

at the back of the storage area. With the hose

holder, the suction hose can be linked up to

the tool from above.

An extension pipe can be clipped into the hol-

der (1.1).

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4.1

Vacuuming dry materials

Before using the vacuum cleaner to

evacuate dry substances, a filter bag

must always be inserted in the

container. Then the evacuated material

can be disposed of easily.

A filter bag must be used without

exception when evacuating noxious

substances!

The filter element becomes damp after

evacuating liquids. A damp filter element suffers

more wear and tear if it is used for dry

materials. Accordingly, the filter element should

be dried or replaced with a dry one before dry

operation.

4.2

Vacuuming liquids

The filter bag has to be removed before

evacuating liquids.

We recommend use of a special wet filter.

Do not evacuate combustible liquids!

If foam or liquid escapes, stop work

immediately and empty the dirt container.

4.3

Volume flow monitoring

If the air speed in the suction hose drops below

20 m/s, an acoustic warning signal sounds for

safety reasons.

Possible causes and adjustments:

• Cause

- Adjustment

• Suction force regulator (1.10) set to a too

low value

- Adjust suction force regulator to a higher

value

• Rotary knob (1.3) not adjusted to the

connected hose diameter

- Adjust to correct hose diameter

• Suction hose blocked or twisted

- Remove blockage or twist

• Filter bag full

- Change filter bag

• Filter element dirty

- Change filter element

- Only when operating without a filter bag:

clean filter element

• Electronic monitoring system malfunctioning

- Call Festool customer service for

adjustment

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After finishing work

- Switch off the cleaner and pull the plug of the

mains lead out of the plug socket.

- Empty dirt tank.

- If noxious dusts have been extracted, the

vacuum cleaner and all accessories must be

completely cleaned (inside and outside) by

suction and wiping, before removal from the

contaminated area. Parts that cannot be

completely cleaned are to be packed for

transport in a plastic bag with an airtight seal.

The suction opening (1.7) must be sealed

with the blanking plug  (1.6) for transport

purposes.

- Deposit the appliance in a dry room, safe from

unauthorised use.

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Temperature control

Always remove the mains plug from

the socket before carrying out any

maintenance work!

Any maintenance and repair work

requiring an opening of the motor

housing may only be carried out by an

authorised customer service

workshop.

A safety test is to be carried out at least once

a year by the manufacturer or an instructed

person, e.g. for possible damage to the filter

and leaks in the appliance, and to ensure that

the control devices are functioning.

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Accessories, filter

The accessory and filter order number can be

found in your Festool catalogue or on the

Internet under ”www.festool.com”.

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Warranty

Our equipment is under warranty for at least

12 months with regard to material or

production faults in accordance with national

legislation.

In the EU countries, the warranty period is 24

months (an invoice or delivery note is required

as proof of purchase).

Damage resulting from, in particular, normal

wear and tear, overloading, improper handling,

or caused by the user or other damage caused

by not following the operating instructions, or

any fault acknowledged at the time of

purchase, is not covered by the warranty.

Complaints will only be acknowledged if the

equipment has not been dismantled before

being sent back to the suppliers or to an

authorised Festool customer support work-

shop. Store the operating instructions, safety

notes, spare parts list and proof of purchase

in a safe place.

In addition, the manufacturer’s current

warranty conditions apply.

Note

We reserve the right to make changes to the

technical data contained in this information as

a result of ongoing research and development

work.