Fein Dustex 35 LX AC Wet and Dry Vacuum Cleaners Instruction Manual
- June 9, 2024
- Fein
Table of Contents
Fein Dustex 35 LX AC Wet and Dry Vacuum Cleaners
Instruction
Symbols, abbreviations and terms used.
| Symbol, character| Explanation
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|
| Make sure to read the enclosed documents such as the Instruction Manual
and the General Safety Instructions.
| | Before commencing this work step, pull the mains plug out of the
socket. Otherwise there will be danger of injury if the power tool should
start unintentionally.
| | Observe the instructions in the text or graphic opposite!
| | Observe the instructions in the text or graphic opposite!
| | Use eye protection during operation.
| **| Use ear protection during operation.
| UKCA| Confirms the conformity of the power tool with the directives of
the European Community.
| ECA| Confirms the conformity of the power tool with the directives of
Great Britain (England, Wales, Scotland).
| Ø| Confirms the conformity of the power tool with the Guidelines of
the European Customs Union.
| I| General prohibition sign. This action is prohibited.
| I| Additional information.
| O| Switching on
| **| Switching off
| WARNING| | This sign indicates a possible dangerous situation that
could cause severe or fatal injury.
|
| CAUTION| | This sign warns of a possible dangerous situation that
could cause injury.
|
| | Worn out power tools and other electrotechnical and electrical
products should be sorted separately for environmental-friendly recycling.
| | Product with basic insulation plus additional insulation on
touchable, conductive parts connected to the protective conductor.
| IPX4| Protection class
| **| Electrostatically conductive
| ()| May contain numbers and letters
Character| Unit of meas- urement, international| Unit of
meas- urement, national| Explanation|
P 1| W| W| Power input|
P Max| W| W| Power consumption, max.|
P A| W| W| Max. connected load of the integrated socket outlet|
U| V| V| Rated voltage|
f| Hz| Hz| Frequency|
**| l| l| Container capacity|
| l| l| Capacity for liquids|
| l/s| l/s| Air flow with 4 m hose Ø 35 mm|
**| l/s| l/s| Air flow at fan|
| hPa| hPa| Vacuum|
L x B x H| mm| mm| Length x Width x Height|
Ø| mm| mm| Diameter of a round part|
| kg| kg| Weight according to EPTA-Procedure 01|
L w| h-1| h-1| Air-exchange rate|
L pA| dB(A)| dB(A)| Sound pressure level|
L wA| dB(A)| dB(A)| Sound power level|
K pA /K wA| dB(A)| dB(A)| Uncertainty|
****| m/s2| m/s2| Vibrational emission value according to ISO 5349-1|
| m, s, kg, A,
mm, V, W,
Hz, N, °C,
dB, min, m/s2
| m, s, kg, A,
mm, V, W,
Hz, N, °C,
dB, min, m/s2
| Basic and derived units of meas- urement from the international system of units SI.|
For your safety
WARNING Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow
the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or
serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
Do not use this vacuum cleaner before your have thoroughly read and completely
understood this instructions manual and the enclosed “safety warnings”. 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 of non-hazardous dusts and dusts of dust
category L (FEIN Dustex 35 LX AC ()) and dust category M (FEIN Dustex 35 MX
AC ()), minor dust particles, particularly when carrying out dust-forming
work with a power tool, and extraction of non-combustible liquids, in weather-
protected environments using the application tools and accessories recommended
by FEIN.
This vacuum cleaner is intended for commercial use, such as in hotels,
schools, hospitals, factories, shops, offices and rental businesses.
Only for EU countries:
Vacuum cleaners of dust category L according to IEC/ EN 60335-2-69 for dry vacuuming of hazardous dusts with an exposition limit value > 1 mg/m3.
Vacuum cleaners of dust category M according to IEC/ EN 60335-2-69 for dry vacuuming of hazardous dusts with an exposition limit value > 0.1 mg/m3.
Only for Switzerland:
The vacuum cleaner’s socket outlet may only be used in dry environments.
The vacuum cleaner contains materials that are hazardous to one’s health. Have
the emptying and maintenance, incl. the disposal of dust-collection
containers, carried out only by specialists. Appropriate protective equipment
is required. Do not operate the vacuum cleaner without the complete filter
system. Otherwise there is danger to your own health.
This vacuum cleaner is also suitable for use with AC generators with
sufficient power output that correspond the the Standards ISO 8528, design
type G2. This Standard is particularly not complied with when the so-called
distortion factor exceeds 10 %. When in doubt, please refer to the generator
instructions/specification guide.
Special safety instructions
This vacuum cleaner is not intended to be used by persons (including children)
with limited physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience
and/or knowledge.
Supervise children. This will ensure that they do not play with the vacuum
cleaner.
WARNING Operating personnel must be appropriately instructed in the use
of this vacuum cleaner. Before usage, the person operating the vacuum cleaner
must have been provided with information, instructions and training on using
the vacuum cleaner and the materials to be vacuumed, including the safe
procedure for disposal of vacuumed materials. The person operating the vacuum
cleaner must observe the relevant safety regulations for the materials being
vacuumed.
Wear personal protective equipment. Depending on application, use face
shield, safety goggles or safety glasses. Where appropriate, wear dust mask,
hearing protectors, gloves and workshop apron capable of stopping small
abrasive or work-piece fragments. The eye protection must be capable of
stopping flying debris generated by various operations. The dust mask or
respirator must be capable of filtrating particles generated by your
operation. Pro-longed exposure to high intensity noise may cause hearing loss.
Operate the vacuum cleaner only from socket outlets with earthing contact that
are according to regulations. Use only undamaged supply cords and regularly
checked extension cords with earthing contact. A protective conductor without
continuity can lead to electric shock. The earthed connection socket dis-
charges static charges. In connection with electrostatically discharging
accessories (optional), this prevents the formation of sparks and current
surges.
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 outlet. Keep the power supply cord away from
heat, oil sharp edges, or moving parts. Do not drive over or pinch the power
supply cord. Dam-aged or entangled power supply cords increase the risk of an
electric shock. Before replacing accessories, pull the mains plug from the
socket out-let. 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.
Provide for good ventilation of the workplace.
Do not vacuum inflammable or explosive fluids; for example, benzene, oil,
alcohol, solvents. Do not vacuum hot or inflammable dusts. Do not operate the
vacuum cleaner 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 designs to the vacuum 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 or recommended for this
vacuum cleaner. Just because the accessory can be attached to your vacuum
cleaner, it does not assure safe operation.
Before starting operation (see page 6–12), check the power supply cord and the
mains plug for damage.
WARNING Use the vacuum
cleaner’s socket outlet only for connection of an external power tool. The
vacuum cleaner is automatically put into operation via the connected power
tool. The connected load of the power tool must not exceed the maximum
connected load of the vacuum cleaner’s
socket outlet PA.
Please also observe the operating instructions and safety warnings of the
power tool being connected to the socket outlet of the vacuum cleaner.
Recommendation: Always operate the vacuum cleaner via a residual current
device (RCD) with a rated residual current of 30 mA or less.
The vacuum cleaner may only be stored indoors.
The allowable ambient temperature when vacuuming is –10 °C to +40 °C.
Using the vacuum cleaner at low temperatures is not permitted. At low
temperatures, the mains cable can become damaged and thus impair the safety.
Operating Instructions
Operation, see page 11/12.
An adequate ventilation rate L must be provided for when the outgoing air is
circulated. The circulated air-flow must not exceed 50 % (max.) of the fresh
air volume (room volume x ventilation rate Lw). The following applies without
special
ventilation measures:
Lw =1h-1.
In case of a short-circuit and/or heavy discharge of dust, switch the vacuum
cleaner off immediately and disconnect it from the power supply.
Do not use the vacuum cleaner as a step or stepladder. If the vacuum cleaner
tips over, you could injure yourself or damage the vacuum cleaner.
Flat-fold filter
Changing the filter, see page 13–15/ 38 Section “Fault Finding.”
Wear personal protective equipment (respiratory mask, protective gloves) when
changing the filter. The filter may only be changed in rooms suitable for
this, where other persons are not at hazard. After removing the contaminated
filter, clean the clean-gas side and the sealing surfaces using commercially
available, non-scouring cleaning agents and water.
CAUTION Never vacuum
without the flat-fold filter, as otherwise the motor will become damaged and
increased output of fine dust may pose a hazard to one’s health.
For vacuuming dusts of dust category L or M, only dry flat-fold filters may be
used that never were moist nor wet. Before switching from wet to dry
vacuuming, allow the flat fold filter to dry or replace through a dry one.
Otherwise, the flat-fold filter will become unusable.
Keep the flat-fold filter dry and clean it regularly.
Disposal bag, fleece filter bag (see page 8)
Only for FEIN Dustex 35 MX AC (**): For vacuuming fine dust and for low-dust
disposal, a disposal bag or fleece filter bag must additionally be used.
When inserting, work the disposal bag over the container rim. Pull the other
opening of the disposal bag completely over the collar of the vacuum socket.
To remove, work the disposal bag up, and pull it out toward the rear via the
vacuum socket. Seal off the disposal bag with the closing strip.
After vacuuming wet debris, always remove the disposal bag.
When inserting a fleece filter bag, take care that the closing cover and the
fleece filter bag face completely against the inside wall of the container.
The cardboard flange of the fleece filter bag must be pulled over the collar
of the vacuum socket.
After removing the fleece filter bag, seal it with the closing cover in order
to avoid debris.
Audio signal (see page 12)
Only for FEIN Dustex 35 MX AC (**): Set the selector switch for the vacuum-
hose diameter to the appropriate value.
When the air velocity falls below 20 m/s, an audio signal will sound. Empty
the container and/or check the vacuum system for clogs.
Vacuum cleaner socket outlet (see page 11)
The switch position for switching the vacuum cleaner on is shown on page
11/12.
In switch position , the vacuum cleaner automatically starts as soon as the
power tool connected to it is switched on.
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 vacuum cleaner’s socket
outlet, the vacuum cleaner will run on for approx. 15 seconds and then
automatically switch off.
Wet vacuuming (see page 17) When wet vacuuming electrically conductive
liquids, the vacuum cleaner is automatically switched off (automatic shut-off)
when reaching the maximum filling height of the container. Pull the mains plug
from the socket outlet and empty the container.
When wet vacuuming electrically non-conductive liquids (e. g., oils, drilling
emulsions), the vacuum cleaner is not automatically switched off when reaching
the maximum filling height of the container. Empty the container in time.
Switch the vacuum cleaner off immediately as soon as foam or water comes out,
and empty the container.
After completion of the wet vacuuming, clean the sensors and their
intermediate area using a brush (see page 16).
Automatic filter dedusting (see page 12)
The AC function “Automatic Filter Cleaning” is factory set, meaning, the flat-
fold filter is automatically cleaned every 15 seconds through several air
blasts.
When vacuuming wet debris or when primarily vacuuming water, we recommend
switching off the AC function “Automatic Filter Cleaning”.
Accessories (see page 9/20) Mount accessories applying only slight pressure.
For disassembling, turn the parts somewhat against each other and pull apart.
Transport
The vacuum cleaner is not suitable for handling by crane. Do not hang the
vacuum cleaner to a crane hook. Otherwise, you could injure yourself or damage
the vacuum cleaner.
Lock the lockable castors when transporting the vacuum cleaner in vehicles
(see page 8).
Carry the vacuum cleaner only by the handle, not by the push bar. Only for
FEIN Dustex 35 MX AC (**): Seal off the vacuum connection with the plug (see
page 18).
Repair and customer service.
Prior to any maintenance and cleaning, disconnect the vacuum cleaner from the
power source (pull mains plug).
Check the connections, seals and hoses. Have damage repaired only through a
qualified repair per-son and only using original FEIN replacement parts.
Only for FEIN Dustex 35 MX AC (): For transport and maintenance of the
vacuum cleaner, seal off the vacuum connection with the plug (see page 18).
Use commercially available, non-scouring cleaning agents and water for
cleaning the vacuum cleaner. After cleaning, allow the vacuum cleaner to dry
completely. 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.
Dispose of used flat-fold filters and filter bags according to statutory
regulations.
When replacing the power cable is required, have this carried out by FEIN or
by an authorized FEIN Service Agent, in order to avoid hazardous situations.
Have a dust-technical inspection carried out at least once every year by the
manufacturer or an instructed person, e. g. for damage of the filter, function
and tightness against leakage of the vacuum cleaner as well as function of the
control/monitoring unit (for FEIN Dustex 35 MX
AC ()).
For category L and M vacuum cleaners that were in contaminated environments,
the exterior as well as all machine parts should be cleaned or treated with
sealants. When per-forming maintenance and repair work, all contaminated
components that cannot be cleaned to satisfactory must be disposed of. Such
components must be disposed of in impermeable plastic bags conforming with the
valid regulations for the disposal of such waste.
For maintenance on behalf of the user, the vacuum cleaner must be
disassembled, cleaned and maintained as far as feasible, without causing a
risk for the maintenance personnel or other persons. Prior to disassembly, the
vacuum cleaner should be cleaned in order to pre-vent any risks.
The room/enclosure in which the vacuum cleaner is disassembled should be well
ventilated. Wear personal protective equipment during maintenance. After the
maintenance, the maintenance area should be cleaned.
Products that have come into contact with asbestos may not be sent in for
repair. Dispose of products contaminated with asbestos according to the
applicable country-specific regulations for such disposal.
The current spare parts list for this vacuum cleaner can be viewed on the
Internet at www.fein.com.
If required, you can change the following parts yourself:
Fleece filter bag, disposal bag, flat-fold filter, hose, tool adapter, elbow,
vacuum tubes, crevice nozzle, floor nozzle, bristle lips, rubber lips, step
adapter, vacuum brushes
Fault Finding.
Warranty and liability
The warranty for the product is valid in accordance with the legal regulations
in the country where it is marketed. In addition, FEIN also provides a
guarantee in accordance with the FEIN manufacturer’s warranty declaration.
The delivery scope of your vacuum cleaner may include only a part of the
accessories described or shown in this instruction manual.
Declaration of conformity
This CE declaration is only valid for European Union and EFTA (Euro-pean Free
Trade Association) coun-tries and only for products intended for the EU- or
EFTA market. After placing the product on the EU mar-ket the UKCA mark loses
its mark validity.
The UKCA declaration is only valid for the Great Britain market (Eng-land,
Wales and Scotland) and only for products intended for the Great Britain
market. After placing the product on the Great Britain market the CE mark
loses its mark validity.
FEIN declares itself solely responsi-ble for this product conforming with the
relevant provisions given on the last page of this Instruction Manual.
Technical documents at:
C. & E. Fein GmbH Hans-Fein-Straße 81
73529 Schwäbisch Gmünd-Bargau, Germany
Environmental protection, disposal.
Packaging, worn out vacuum cleaners and accessories should be sorted for
environment-friendly recycling.
This CE declaration is only valid for European Union and EFTA (European Free
Trade Association) countries and only for products intended for the EU or EFTA
market. After placing the product on the EU market the UKCA mark loses its
mark validity.
N 60335-1:2012 + AC:2014 + A11:2014 + A13:2017 +
A1:2019 + A14:2019 + A2:2019
EN 60335-2-69:2012
EN 55014-1:2017+A11:2020
EN 55014-2:1997+A1:2001+A2:2008
EN 55014-2:2015+Cor:2016
EN 61000-3-2:2014
EN 61000-3-2:2019
EN 61000-3-3:2013
EN 61000-3-3:2013+A1:2019
EN 62233:2008
2006/42/EG, 2014/30/EU,
2011/65/EU
The UKCA declaration is only valid for the Great Britain market (England,
Wales and Scotland) and only for products intended for the Great Britain
market. After placing the product on the Great Britain market the CE mark
loses its mark validity.
EN 60335-1:2012 + AC:2014 + A11:2014 + A13:2017 +
A1:2019 + A14:2019 + A2:2019
EN 60335-2-69:2012
EN 55014-1:2017+A11:2020
EN 55014-2:1997+A1:2001+A2:2008
EN 55014-2:2015
EN 61000-3-2:2014
EN 61000-3-2:2019
EN 61000-3-3:2013
EN 61000-3-3:2013+A1:2019
EN 62233:2008
Supply of Machinery Regulations 2008,
EMC Regulation 2016, The Restriction of the Use of Certain Hazardous
Substances in Electrical and
Electronic Equipment Regulations 2012
i. V. S. Böhm i. V. Dr. M. Hergesell
Director of Quality Director of Product
Management Development
i. V. S. Böhm i. V. Dr. M. Hergesell
Director of Quality Director of Product
Management Development
Schwäbisch Gmünd-Bargau, 11.06.2021
C. & E. Fein GmbH
Hans-Fein-Straße 81
73529 Schwäbisch Gmünd-Bargau, Germany