Festool CT 15 E Absaugmobil CT 15 E Cleantec Wet And Dry Vacuum Cleaner Instruction Manual

: May 15, 2024
: FESTOOL

Table of Contents

CT 15 E Absaugmobil CT 15 E Cleantec Wet And Dry Vacuum Cleaner
Safety warnings
Symbols
Parts of the machine
Technical data
Intended use
Commissioning
Settings
Working
Service and maintenance
Environment
General information
References
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Original Instructions
Mobile dust extractors
CT 15 E

Festool GmbH
Wertstraße 20
73240 Wendlingen
Germany
+49 (0)70 24/804-0
www.festool.com
10572529_C / 2022-10-10

CT 15 E Absaugmobil CT 15 E Cleantec Wet And Dry Vacuum Cleaner

Festool CT 15 E Absaugmobil CT 15 E Cleantec Wet And Dry Vacuum Cleaner -
Product Overview 1

Declaration of Conformity
We as the manufacturer Festool GmbH, Wertstrae 20, 73240 Wendlingen, Germany declare under our sole responsibility that the product(s):

Designation:
Designation of Type(s):
Serial number(s)| Mobile dust extractor
CTi5E
201944
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fulfills all the relevant provisions of the following UK Regulations:

• S.I. 2008/1597
• S.I 2016/1091
• S.I. 2012/3032| Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008
Electromagnetic Compatibility Regulations 2016 Restriction of the Use of Certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment Regulations 2012
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and are manufactured in accordance with the following designated standards:

BS EN 60335-1:2012 + A2:2019
BS EN 60335-2-69:2012
BS EN 55014-1:2017
BSEN §5014-2:2015
BS EN IEC 61000-3-2:2019
BSEN 61000-3-3:2013
BSENJEC 63000:2018

in the specified serial number range (S-Nr.) from 400000000 — 499999999

Place and date of declaration: Wendlingen, 03.05.2021
Signed on behalf of and in name of Festool GmbH

Markus Stark
Head of Product development|
Ralf Brandt
Head of Product conformity
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Mobile dust extractors| Serial number 1) (T-Nr.)
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CTL Mini| 203448
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CTL Midi| 203449
CTL Mini I| 201918, 201919, 201917, 201931, 10676336, 10704057
CTL Midi I| 201926, 204379, 201922, 201925, 201924, 10676335, 10704056
CTM Midi I| 201934, 201933, 10019662, 201935, 10676334, 10704054
CT 15 E| 201941, 201944, 201943, 10682075, 10704052

EU Declaration of Conformity. We declare under sole responsibility that this product complies with all the relevant requirments in the following EU Directives, and following standards or normative documents were applied:
2006/42/EC, 2014/30/EU2), 2014/53/EU 3), 2011/65/EU
EN 60335-1:2012+A11:2014+A13:2017,
EN 60335-2-69:2012, EN 55014-1:20172),
EN 55014-2:20152), EN 61000-3-2:2014 2)3),
EN 61000-3-3: 2013 2)3), EN 300 328 V2.2.2 3),
EN 301 489-1 V2.1.1 3), EN 300 330 V2.1.1 3),
EN IEC 62311:2020 3), EN IEC 63000:2018

Signed on behalf of and in name of
Festool GmbH
Wertstr. 20, 73240 Wendlingen, GERMANY
Wendlingen, 2022-09-09

Markus Stark
Head of Product Development|
Denis Drobner
Head of Product Conformity
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in the specified serial number range (S-Nr.) from 40000000 – 49999999/

Safety warnings

Warning! Read and observe all instructions and safety warnings. Failure to observe the in structions and safety warnings may lead to electric shocks, fires and/or serious injuries.
Keep all safety 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 device.
If this device’s mains power cable is dam aged, it must be replaced by an authorised service workshop to prevent it posing a risk.
Always operate with the filter system in stalled.
Warning Operators must be appropriately instructed in the use of this machine.
The mains plug must always be disconnec ted from the socket before performing cleaning or maintenance tasks, when re placing consumables or when converting the machine.
Warning Only use the electrical outlet module on the machine for the purposes specified in the instructions.
Warning If foam or fluid starts to escape, switch off the machine immediately.
Caution Regularly clean the water level limiting device and inspect it for signs of damage.
Not suitable for extracting fluids that foam excessively.
Sound pressure level as per EN
60335-2-69/uncertainty K 70 dB(A)/3 dB
Hand-arm vibration value as per EN
60335-6-69/uncertainty K < 2.5 m/s² / 1.5 m/s²
Not suitable for extracting hazardous dust.
Risk of explosion and fire:Do not extract:
– Sparks or hot dust;
– combustible or explosive materials (e.g. magnesium, aluminium, petrol, diluting agents);
– 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 two-component materials, aluminium and water).
Observe all national safety regulations as well as the material manufacturer’s speci fications!
Always use suitable protective equipment!
If intact following a visual inspection, work in a dry environment according to instructions!
Check the plug, the electrical outlet module, the cable and the filter regularly in or der to prevent a hazard. Damaged electrical components must be replaced by an au thorised service workshop only.
Do not lift or transport the device using a crane hook or lifting gear.
The mobile dust extractor must not be carried by the suction hose mount [1-3].
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 possibility of the machine building up a static charge cannot be excluded.
Only place the tool on level ground and se cure it against rolling away.
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.

Symbols

| Warning of general danger
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| Warning of electric shock
| Read the operating instructions and safety instructions.
| Do not dispose of it with domestic waste.
| Pull out the mains plug
| Wear a dust mask.
| Do not climb on the unit
| 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 relevant regulations in the UK.

Parts of the machine

[1-1]	Electrical outlet module
[1-2]	Cable and accessory holder
[1-3]	Suction hose mount
[1-4]	Handle
[1-5]	Lock
[1-6]	Filter drawer
[1-7]	Locking clip
[1-8]	Exhaust opening
[1-9]	Dirt trap
[1-10]	On/off switch
[1-11]	MAN button
[1-12]	Suction power adjustment

The specified illustrations appear at the begin ning of the Operating Instructions.

Technical data

Power consumption	350–1200 W
Max. electrical outlet module connected load	EU

Intended use

Mobile dust extractor suitable for

Extracting non-hazardous dust, dirt, sand and chips,
Extracting water,
Increased loads during commercial use, according to IEC/EN 60335-2-69.

The mobile dust extractor is only suitable for indoor use.
The user is liable for improper or non-in tended use.

Commissioning

WARNING
Unauthorised voltage or frequency!
Risk of accidents
► Observe the specifications on the ma chine’s name plate.
► Observe country-specific regulations.

6.1 Initial commissioning
► Insert the filter bag [2].
► Connect the suction hose[3].

WARNING
Risk of injury from uncontrolled tool startup
► Before switching on ensure that the con nected tool is switched off.
WARNING
Risk of injury from electric current
► Insert the mains plug into an earthed sock et.
► Do not reach into the electrical outlet module on the mobile dust extractor.
While the mobile dust extractor is connected to the mains socket, an electric cur rent is running through electrical outlet module on the mobile dust extractor at all times.
Connecting the mobile dust extractor to a mains socket
The mobile dust extractor is switched off.
► Connect the power cable to a mains socket.
The electrical outlet module [1-1] is live.
Switching the mobile dust extractor to standby mode
► Press the on/off switch[1-10].
The electrical outlet module [1-1] is live.
The green LED [1-12] indicates standby mode.
Starting the mobile dust extractor automatically
The mobile dust extractor is in standby mode.
► To start the mobile dust extractor automatically: Switch on the connected tool.
Starting the mobile dust extractor manually
The mobile dust extractor is in standby mode.
► Press the MAN button [1-11].
Pull the mains plug from the socket when you are not using the mobile dust extrac tor and before performing any cleaning and maintenance work.

6.3 Connecting power tools
WARNING
Risk of injury
► Observe the maximum electrical outlet module connected load (see section “Tech nical data”).
► Switch off the power tool.
Connecting a mains-powered power tool to the mobile dust extractor
► Connect the power tool to the electrical out let module [1-1].
The power tool is connected to the mobile dust extractor via the power cable.

Settings

7.1 Adjusting the suction power
► Press the plus or minus button [1-12] while extracting.

7.2 Connecting sleeve
The bypass function of the connecting sleeve prevents strong suction from sanding machines and floor nozzles on smooth surfaces.
Open
► Turn the adjusting ring to the “OPEN” position.
Close
► Turn the adjusting ring to the “CLOSE” position.
7.3 Temperature cut-out
A temperature cut-out switches the mobile dust extractor off when it reaches a critical tempera ture to prevent overheating. The bottom LED [1-12] indicates a fault.
LED lights up red Excessive temperature
► Switch off the mobile dust extractor, let it cool down.
► Switch on the mobile dust extractor again after approx. five minutes.

Working

8.1 Dust extraction
Extracting dry materials
Always use a filter bag.

8.2 Extracting wet materials/liquids
Remove the filter bag!
Use a special wet filter.
The dust extraction stops automatically when the maximum fill level is reached.
The bottom LED [1-12] lights up red.
► Switch off the mobile dust extractor [1-10].
► Open the locking clips [1-7] and remove the top section of the machine.
► Empty the dirt trap [1-9].
After wet extraction, allow the main filter to dry!
Dry the mobile dust extractor before extracting dry dust.

CAUTION
Hazardous dust
Damage to the respiratory passage
► After extracting wet materials, remove the wet filter and replace it with the main filter for dry materials.
CAUTION
Escaping foam and liquids
► Switch off and empty the machine immediately.

8.3 Exhaust-air outlet
CAUTION
Hazardous dust
Damage to the respiratory passage
► Do not blow off any dust!

The exhaust-air outlet offers the option of diverting the exhaust air outside a building using the suction hose.
► Open the grille in front of the exhaust open ing [1-8].
► Insert the suction hose in the exhaust open ing [1-8].

8.4 Changing the filter bag with minimal dust
► Open the locking clips and remove the top section of the machine [2].
► Pull the tab on the filter bag until the filter bag opening is fully closed.
The filter bag is now securely closed and can be removed.
► Fit the top section of the machine and close the locking clips.

8.5 Changing the filter element [6]
► Pull out the used filter drawer [1-6].
► Dispose of the used filter drawer in accord ance with statutory regulations.
► Insert the new filter drawer [1-6].
Order numbers for accessories, filters and consumables in the Festool catalogue or online at “www.festool.com”.
– Only use original Festool accessories and consumables. Only accessories tested and approved by Festool are safe and perfectly adapted to the machine and application.

NOTICE
Damage to the motor
► Never extract material without a main filter or with a damaged main filter, as this can damage the motor.

8.6 After finishing work
► Switch off the mobile dust extractor and pull out the mains plug.
► Vacuum and wipe the inside and outside of the mobile dust extractor to clean it.
► Empty the dirt trap.
► Wind up the mains power cable.
► Place the mains power cable [4-1] in the sealable depot. To do so, lay the power cable through the recess [4-2].
► Disconnect the suction hose [5-1] and fix it to the mobile dust extractor using the suction hose attachment [1-3].
► Regularly clean the fill level sensors [7-1] and check for damage.
► Place the mobile dust extractor in a dry room inaccessible to unauthorised users. The lid of the depot also serves as a storage area for tools.

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.co.uk/service
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| Always use original Festool spare parts. Order no. at: www.festool.co.uk/service

Environment

Do not dispose of the device in the household waste! Recycle devices, ac accessories and packaging. Observe applicable national regulations.
In accordance with the European Directive on waste electrical and electronic equipment and implementation in national law, used power tools must be collected separately and handed in for environmentally friendly recycling. Information about collection points for correct disposal is available at www.festool.co.uk/recycling .
Information on REACH: www.festool.co.uk/reach