Reduction In Suction Power; Technical Inspection; Accessories; Environmental Protection - Metabo AS 20 L Originalbetriebsanleitung

10.2 Reduction in suction power

If the suction power decreases, carry out the
following steps:
1. Empty the container or replace the paper filter
bag (13).
2. Clean or replace the pleated filter (11).
10.3 Replacing the pleated filter (11)
(11)Seal the pleated filter immediately in a dust-
tight plastic bag and dispose of it in accordance with
regulations. Fit a new pleated filter, ensuring that it
is properly and securely positioned. See section
6.2.
10.4 Motor protection filter
Regularly check the motor protection filter.
Replace the motor protection filter (14) or, if appli-
cable, clean it under running water, dry it and then
replace Fig. G.
10.5 Water sensor
Fig. H: Regularly clean the water sensor (15)
(=float valve) and check for signs of damage. It
should be possible to move the float valve slightly.

10.6 Technical inspection

At least once a year, the manufacturer or a suitably
qualified and trained person must carry out a dust
test, e.g. to check for damage to the filter, verify that
the appliance is air-tight and that the control unit is
functioning correctly.
11. Troubleshooting
Reduction in suction power:
See the instructions in the section on Cleaning.
• Is the pleated filter (11) dirty? Clean the
cassettes.
• Is the paper filter bag (13) full? Replace the filter
bag.
• Container (4) full? Empty the container.
• Nozzle, tubes or hose blocked? Clean.
Appliance will not start:
• Is the plug in the plug socket?
• No power from mains?
• Mains lead OK?
• Has the water sensor cut off? - Empty the
container; then switch on and off again.
• Switch (6) in "A" position? Set switch (6)to "I".
See section 7.1.
• The vacuum cleaner is not switched on or off by
means of a power tool, even though switch (6) is
set to the "A" position. - Connect the power tool to
the plug socket (7).
Do not interfere with the appliance.
Contact an authorized workshop or
Metabo's after-sales service department (see
section on 13. Repairs).
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12. Accessories

Use only genuine Metabo accessories.
Use only accessories that fulfil the requirements
and specifications listed in these operating instruc-
tions.
See page 4.
A Paper filter bags
5 bags = 1 set
B Pleated filter
C Suction hose
D Connecting piece
E Suction tubes (2 items)
F Intermediate piece
G Suction nozzle
H Floor nozzle (metal fitting)
I Universal nozzle
J Universal brush
K Upholstery brush
L Crevice nozzle
M Rubber nozzle
N Floor nozzle set (with floor piece and wet vacu-
uming piece)
O Multi-purpose nozzle
P Power tools suction set
Q Suction hose
R Suction hose (antistatic)
S Adapter
T Suction hose
with connecting piece inner dia. 30 mm
and connecting piece outer dia. 35 mm
For a complete range of accessories, see
www.metabo.com or the catalogue.
13. Repairs
Repairs to appliances must be carried out by quali-
fied electricians only!
Use only original Metabo spare parts.
If you have Metabo electrical tools that require
repairs, please contact your Metabo service centre.
For addresses see www.metabo.com.
You can download spare parts lists from
www.metabo.com.

14. Environmental Protection

To protect the environment, do not dispose of
power tools or battery packs in household
waste. Observe national regulations on
separated collection and recycling of disused
machines, packaging and accessories.

15. Technical specifications

Explanatory notes on the specifications on page 2.
Changes due to technological progress reserved.
K = Dust class As per EN 60335-2-69.
LxBxH = External dimensions
U = Mains voltage
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