18 EnglishInitial startupConnecting accessoriesIllustration H1. Press the suction hose into the suction hose con-nection on the device until it latches into place.a To remove, press the latch and pull the suctionhose out.2. Connect the vacuum nozzle to the handle.Illustration J3. Connect the crevice nozzle to the handle.Inserting the battery packIllustration K1. Push the battery pack into the battery pack mount-ing from above until the battery pack latches intoplace.NoteUse the battery packs Battery Power (+) 18/25 or18/50 only.Switch on the deviceIllustration L1. Press the I button to switch the device on.The suction and blowing functions are switched on.OperationATTENTIONDamage to the deviceAlways ensure that the cartridge filter is inserted, forboth wet vacuuming and dry vacuuming.Dry vacuumingATTENTIONDamage to the cartridge filterWhen changing from wet to dry vacuuming, a wet car-tridge filter can become damaged and unusable.Allow the cartridge filter to dry completely before dryvacuuming or replace it with a dry cartridge.Replace the cartridge filter as necessary.1. Insert the filter bag when vacuuming fine dust. The fill degree of the filter bag depends on theamount of dirt vacuumed. The filter bag must be changed more frequentlywhen vacuuming fine dust, sand, etc. A damaged filter bag can rupture, so be sure tochange the filter bag in time.Wet vacuum cleaningATTENTIONDamage due to moistureDo not use a filter bag for wet vacuum cleaning.NoteWhen the container is full, a float switch closes the suc-tion opening and the device runs at a higher speed.Switch off the device immediately and empty the con-tainer.1. To attach the upholstery nozzle or crevice nozzle tothe handle in order to vacuum up moisture or liquids,see Chapter Connecting accessories.Blowing functionCleaning of locations that are difficult to access orwhere vacuuming is not possible, e.g. leaf litter from agravel bed.Illustration M1. Push the suction hose into the blower connectionuntil the suction hose latches into place.Finishing operationIllustration L1. Press the 0 button to switch the device off.Illustration N2. Push the battery pack unlocking button forwardsand pull the battery pack upwards out of the batterypack mounting.3. Charge the battery pack if necessary, see chapterCharging process.Emptying the containerIllustration O1. Open the device, see Chapter Installation.2. Empty the container.3. Close the device, see Chapter Installation.Storing the deviceIllustration P1. Store the upholstery nozzle and crevice nozzle onthe device.2. For storage the suction hose, wind the suction hosearound the device and fasten using the fasteningstraps.3. Store the device in a dry room.Storing the battery packNoteRegardless of the vacuuming operations, the LC displayuses a small amount of the battery capacity, regardlessof whether the battery pack is inside or outside the de-vice.1. See chapter Storage.Transport CAUTIONFailure to observe the weightRisk of injury and damageBe aware of the weight of the device during transportand storage.1. When transporting in vehicles, secure the deviceagainst slipping and tipping over according to theapplicable guidelines.Manual transport1. Lift and carry the device by the carrying handle.Transport in vehicles1. Secure the device against slipping and tipping over.Care and serviceDevice and accessories1. Clean the device and accessory parts made of plas-tic with a commonly available plastic cleaner.2. Rinse the container and accessories with water asnecessary and dry them thoroughly before furtheruse.3. Regularly check the battery terminals for soiling andclean them as necessary.Cleaning the cartridge filterNoteRecommendation: Replace the cartridge filter 1x peryear.1. Open the device, see Chapter Installation.Illustration Q2. Remove the cartridge filter.Illustration R3. If necessary, clean the cartridge filter under runningwater but do not rub or scrub it.