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USER MANUAL Cleantec CTH 48 FESTOOL

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1.1 General safety instructions

WARNING! Read all safety warnings, in structions, illustrations and specifications provided with this tool. Failure to follow all in structions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. Save all warnings and instructions for future reference. – This appliance must not be used by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge. Children need to be supervised to ensure they do not play with the appliance. – WARNING: This device contains hazardous dust. Only specialists using suitable protec tive equipment in accordance with these operating instructions may perform empty ing and maintenance tasks, including emp tying the dust collection container. Never operate the device without the complete fil tration system. – Always use suitable protective equipment! – If intact following a visual inspection, work in a dry environment according to instruc tions! – Risk of explosion and fire: Do not absorb: – Sparks or hot dust; – Combustible or explosive materials (e.g. magnesium, aluminium, petrol, diluting agents – with the exception of wood); – Aggressive materials (e.g. acid, alkaline solutions, solvents); – Chemically reactive materials, which lead to the generation of heat, acids/ bases, gases, etc. (e.g. reactive 2-compo nent materials, aluminium and water). – Observe all national safety regulations as well as the material manufacturer's speci fications! – Always use the socket on the machine for the purpose specified! – Do not pull the plug from the socket by the cable. – Check the plug and the cable regularly and should either become damaged, in order to avoid a hazard, have them replaced by an authorised after-sales service workshop. – Do not lift or transport using a crane hook or lifting gear! – This machine must not be used by people who might have a particularly adverse re action to an electric shock (e.g. people with cardiac pacemakers ), because the possi bility of the machine building up a static charge cannot be excluded. – Use only the original Festool suction hose. – Pay attention to the work environment and watch out for your own safety and the safety of others when transporting or working with the machine. In this way, you can for example prevent tripping hazards caused by the suction hose or mains cable. – Keep packaging film away from children. There is a risk of suffocation.

1.2 Extracting asbestos dust

After the extractor is used to extract asbestos dust in a sealed-off area, it can no longer be used in the white area. Exceptions are only per mitted if the asbestos dust extractor has been completely decontaminated by an approved specialist. This must be recorded in writing and signed by the approved specialist. Fixed filters may only be replaced in suitable areas (e.g. decontamination stations) by an ap proved specialist. The applicable national regulations (for exam ple TRGS 519) may contain further provisions that regulate or restrict the application areas of the mobile dust extractor and which must be observed when extracting dust containing as bestos particles. English 162 Symbols Warning of general danger Risk of electric shock Read the operating manual and safety warnings. Wear a dust mask. Do not dispose of it with domestic waste. Caution! Contains asbestos! Electrical outlet module with auto matic switch-on WARNUNG ≤ 0.1 mg/m

(dust class H) UKCA marking: The United Kingdom Conformity Assessed symbol is a marking for products being placed on the market in the United Kingdom. It is a manufacturers indication that the product is in conformance with the rel evant regulations in the UK. 3 Technical data Mobile dust extractors Power consumption 350 ‑ 1000 W Maximum appliance socket connected load EU CH, DK GB 230 V/ 110 V 2400 W 1100 W 1800 W/ 500 W Max. suction capacity (air), turbine [3] 234 m³/h (3900 l/min) Max. vacuum, turbine

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HF‑CT H 498995 498995 4 Intended use The mobile dust extractor is designed for ex tracting hazardous dust with limit values corre sponding to dust class 'H' in accordance with EN 60335-2-69, including wood and paint dust. The mobile dust extractor is suitable for ex tracting dust containing carcinogenic and pathogenic particles as well as asbestos dust. The mobile dust extractor is suitable for heavy- duty applications and industrial use in accord ance with EN 60335-1 and EN 60335-2-69. The user is liable for improper or non-in tended use. 5 Machine features The specified illustrations appear at the begin ning of the Operating Instructions. [1-1] Sealing plug [1-2] Intake opening [1-3] Module slot [1-4] Appliance socket [1-5] Hose store [1-6] Handle [1-7] SysDoc [1-8] Hose diameter setting [1-9] Suction power adjuster [1-10] Switch [1-11] Warning sticker [1-12] Locking clip [1-13] Dust container [1-15] Brake 6 Operation WARNING Unauthorised voltage or frequency! Risk of accident ► The mains voltage and the frequency of the power source must correspond with the specifications on the machine's name plate. ► In North America, only Festool machines with the voltage specifications 120 V/60 Hz may be used. [4] EN 60335‑2‑69: dust class English

186.1 Initial commissioning

► Open the locking clips [2-2] and remove the top section of the machine [2-1]. ► Remove the accessories from the dirt trap [2-3] and the packaging! ► Cover the text field of the warning sign [1-11] with the supplied adhesive label in your country's language. ► Insert the plug [1-1] at the cover plate (see figure [1a]). ► Place a filter bag or safety filter bag in the dirt trap in line with legal requirements (see

► Replace the top section [2-1] and close the locking clips [2-2]. ► Attach the cord holder to the reverse of the mobile dust extractor (see figure [3]). ► Connect the suction hose to the machine.

6.2 Switching on/off

► Insert the mains plug into an earthed sock et. WARNING Risk of injury from tools starting up unex pectedly ► Before setting the switch to the "AUTO" or "MAN" position, make sure that the con nected tool is switched off. The switch [1-10] serves as an on/off switch. "0" switch position Appliance socket [1-5] is disconnected from the power, mobile dust extractor is switched off. "MAN" switch position Appliance socket [1-5] is connected to the pow er, the mobile dust extractor starts. "Auto" switch position Appliance socket [1-5] is connected to the pow er, the mobile dust extractor starts when the connected tool is switched on. 7 Settings

7.1 Adjusting the hose diameter

► Adjust the hose diameter adjuster [1-8] to match the diameter of the connected hose. This ensures that the air speed in the ex tractor hose is measured correctly (see section "Volumetric flow monitoring").

7.2 Connecting electric power tools

WARNING Risk of injury ► Observe the maximum appliance socket connected load (see chapter "Technical da ta") ► Switch off the electric power tool. ► Connect the electric power tool to the appli ance socket [1-4].

7.3 Connecting pneumatic tools

WARNING Risk of injury ► Switch off the air tool. If the compressed air module [1-3] (496141) is installed, the automatic switch-on function of the mobile dust extractor also works in combi nation with pneumatic tools. We also recommend installing the VE service unit (495886). The service unit filters and lubri cates the compressed air and enables an ad justment of the air pressure. An IAS adapter (454757) is available to connect Festool pneu matic tools to the IAS system. The operating pressure of the tool must be 6 bar for the automatic switch-on unit to func tion correctly.

7.4 Adjusting the suction power

► at the rotary knob [1-9].

7.5 Applying the brake

Folding out the black brake lever [1-15] pre vents the mobile dust extractor from rolling. To achieve this, lift the front end of the mobile dust extractor slightly and push the black brake lev er downwards until it latches into place. Push the green lever [1-14] to release.

7.6 Temperature cut-out

A temperature cut-out switches the mobile dust extractor off when it reaches a critical tempera ture to prevent overheating. ► A temperature cut-out switches the mobile dust extractor off when it reaches a critical temperature to prevent overheating. ► Switch off the mobile dust extractor, allow to cool for about 5 minutes then switch on again. Not possible to switch on: contact Festool service workshop. English

197.7 Changing the filter bag (SC-FIS-

CT26/48) Removing the filter bag [4] ► Open the locking clips [2-2] and remove the top section of the machine[2-1]. ► Remove the filter bag. ► Dispose of the used filter bag in accordance with statutory regulations. ► Clean the dust container [2-3]. Inserting the filter bag [5] ► Insert a new filter bag (SC-FIS-CT26/48) in the inlet port of the dust container and in terlock it. Important: be aware that the locking engages. Make sure that the filter bag is not pinched between the top and bottom sections. ► Replace the top section [2-1] and close the locking clips [2-2].

7.8 Changing the safety filter bag (FIS-CTH

26/48) Always use the safety filter bag for ab sorbing Class H dust. Removing the safety filter bag [6] ► Close off the extractor opening [1-2] using the sealing plug [1-1]. ► Open the locking clips [2-2] and remove the top section of the machine[2-1]. ► Knock the material of the plastic bag up wards and close the lateral openings with the adhesive tabs. ► Close the plastic bag around the filter bag using the cable ties supplied. ► Remove the safety filter bag ► Dispose of the used safety filter bag in ac cordance with statutory regulations. ► Clean the dust container [2-3]. Inserting the safety filter bag [7] ► Insert a new safety filter bag (FIS-CTH 26/48) on the inlet nozzle of the container and lock in position. Important: Ensure the lock is snapped in. ► Place the plastic bag over the edge of the container. The lateral openings on the safe ty filter bag must be positioned inside the dirt trap. Ensure the contacts are [10-2]free. Make sure that the filter bag is not pinched between the top and bottom sections. ► Replace the top section [2-1] and close the locking clips [2-2].

7.9 Volumetric flow monitoring

For safety reasons, an acoustic warning signal sounds if the air speed in the suction hose falls below 20 m/s. Possible causes Solution Value set on the suction power adjust ment [1-9] is too low. Set the suction power adjustment to a higher value (see section 7.4). Rotary knob [1-8] not set to the correct hose diameter. Set the correct suction hose diameter (see sec tion 7.1). Suction hose blocked or kinked. Eliminate the block or straighten the hose. Filter bag full. Insert a new filter bag (see section 7.1). Dirty main filter. Change the main filter (see section 9.1). Electronic monitoring malfunction. Have the fault rectified by a Festool service work shop. 8 Working

Hose holder: After finishing work, you can feed the suction hose through the opening [8-2] and place it in the hose holder. SysDoc Systainer storage area: A Systainer can be fastened to the storage area with the four slides or the T-Loc lock [8-1]. English

208.2 Extracting dry materials

CAUTION Hazardous dust Damage to the respiratory passage ► Always use a safety filter bag and an ap propriate main filter when extracting haz ardous materials. ► Do not use the machine if the volumetric flow monitoring function is inactive. When extracting large quantities of oak or beech wood dust or dust that exceeds the permitted limit values, only extract from a single machine (electric or air tool). Observe the following when extracting dust generated by operating electric power tools: If the exhaust air is discharged back into the room, the air renewal rate L within the room must be sufficient. The volume of air dis charged back into the room must not exceed 50% of the fresh air volume flow (room volume

x air renewal rate L

). Observe all the rele vant regional regulations. Remember: A moist main filter clogs more quickly when extracting dry materials. There fore, dry the main filter before extracting dust or replace the damp filter with a dry one.

8.3 The antistatic system

Friction inside the extraction hose causes static electricity to develop during extraction. Operat ing personnel may receive unpleasant electric shocks while working. The mobile dust extrac tor is fitted with an antistatic system as stand ard to discharge any static electricity that may develop. However, always use the enclosed an tistatic extraction hose.

8.4 After finishing work

Pull the plug from the socket when the machine is not in use and prior to main tenance and cleaning work. ► Switch off the mobile dust extractor and pull out the mains plug. ► Wind up the mains power cable. ► Empty the dirt trap. ► Close off the extractor opening [1-2] using the sealing plug [1-1].

WARNING Hazardous dust Damage to the respiratory passage ► Wipe down the mobile dust extractor and clean all accessories thoroughly using the extractor (inside and out) before removing from the working area. ► Parts that you were not able to clean thor oughly must be sealed in an airtight plastic bag prior to transportation. ► Wear a dust mask! The machine shall be stored indoors on ly. ► Place the mobile dust extractor in a dry room inaccessible to unauthorised users. Observe for dust reduced transport: ► Observe for dust reduced transport: ► Ensure a secure fixation during transport. Only transport the appliance with closed sealing plug. 9 Service and maintenance WARNING Risk of injury, electric shock ► Always pull the mains plug from the socket before performing any servicing and main tenance work. ► All maintenance and repair work which re quires the motor housing to be opened should always be carried out by an author ised service workshop. Customer service and repairs must only be carried out by the manufacturer or service workshops: Find the nearest address at: www.festool.com/Service EKAT

Always use original Festool spare parts. Order no. at: www.festool.com/Service Damaged safety devices and components must be properly repaired or replaced in a recog nised specialist workshop, unless otherwise in dicated in the operating manual. English 21Observe the following information: – Dust-related inspection (e.g. for filter dam age, tightness of the machine and function of the control devices) by the manufacturer or an instructed person at least once a year. – In addition, the effectiveness of the ma chine's filter should be tested at least an nually or more frequently, as may be stipu lated in national regulations. The test pro cedure that can be used to test the ma chine's effectiveness is specified in EN 60335-2-69 AA.22.201.2. If the machine fails the test it must be repeated with a new main filter. – Dispose of components that cannot be cleaned. Use impermeable bags to do so. Observe the applicable disposal provisions! – Provided maintenance personnel or other persons in the vicinity are not endangered, the user must dismantle and clean the ma chine prior to performing maintenance work. Appropriate precautionary measures include decontaminating the machine prior to disassembly, making provisions for lo cally filtered forced ventilation at the loca tion of machine disassembly, cleaning the maintenance area and appropriate person al protective equipment. Information on sending devices to the repair workshop Contact the repair workshop before send ing any devices in order to clarify any po tential hazards related to extracted haz ardous substances. Where applicable, the repair workshop will send you a special plastic bag. Pay attention to the following information, which is intended to protect persons during transportation and in the repair workshop: ► Clean the device thoroughly (inside and out). ► Remove the filter/disposal bag. ► Where applicable, pack the device in the plastic bag that has been provided so that it is air-tight. ► Attach a list of the extracted hazardous sub stances on the outside of the air-tight pack aging.

9.1 Changing the filter element

WARNING Dust raised during changing filter bag and main filter ► Wear a dust mask! ► If you are disposing of asbestos, wear dis posable clothing. WARNING Risk of injury ► Do not reuse the essential filter element after removal out of the machine. NOTICE Motor damage ► Never operate the extractor without a filter element fitted as the motor may become damaged. ► Open the locking clips [2-2] and remove the top section of the machine [2-1]. ► Turn the top section of the machine so that the main filter [9-1]is facing upwards (Fig. [9]). ► Remove the two safety bolts [9-3]on the lever [9-4]using a screwdriver. ► Fold over the lever [9-4] and remove the re tainer [9-2]with the main filter. ► Insert the retainer with the main filter in the safety bag supplied. ► Remove the main filter from the retainer. ► Remove the retainer from the safety bag. ► Close and dispose of the safety bag in ac cordance with statutory regulations. ► Clean any dust deposits from the area be hind the main filter. ► Insert a new main filter in the frame. ► Insert the retainer [9-2]with the main filter and fold over the lever [9-4] until it engages in position. ► Tighten the safety screws[9-3]. ► Replace the top section [2-1] and close the locking clips [2-2].

9.2 Emptying the dirt trap

The dirt trap [2-3] can be emptied once the top section has been removed. ► Regularly clean the level sensors after the dust extraction [10-1] using a soft cloth and check them for damage. English 2210 Accessories The order numbers for the accessories and fil ters can be found in the Festool catalogue or on the Internet at "www.festool.com".

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