DeWalt DWH161 - MAINTENANCE; Replacing the Dust Collection Box Filter Assembly; Cleaning; Accessories

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ENGLISH
OPERATION
Instructions for Use
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WARNING: Always observe the safety instructions and
applicableregulations.
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WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, turn the dust extractor off and disconnect
battery pack before making any adjustments or
removing/installing attachments or accessories. An
accidental start-up can causeinjury.
Proper Hand Position (Fig. D)
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WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal injury,
ALWAYS use proper hand position asshown.
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WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, ALWAYS hold securely in anticipation of a
suddenreaction.
If used as a stand alone dust extractor, proper hand position
requires one hand on theaccessory.
Using the Dust Extractor (Fig.A)
• Before using the universal dust extractor, ensure that the
filter is in place and filter box is securelyfitted.
• Do not use damaged filters. Replace any damaged
filtersimmediately.
• Please observe national applicable regulations/laws on how
to handle harmful types of dust in yourcountry.
1. Attach the appropriate accessory to the dust extractor
hose
6
.
2. Insert the battery pack
1
.
3. To turn dust extractor on, press the three position switch
7
to the On (I)position.
4. To use in Wireless Tool Control mode press the three position
swtich to the Wireless Tool Control ( ) position. Once
paired the trigger of the connected tool will control the
dustextractor.
NOTE: Refer to Pairing the Dust Extractor with a Tool
using Wireless Tool Control Mode to use the dust extractor
with a Wireless Tool Control equippedtool.
5. When finished, turn the dust extractor off by pressing the
three position switch to the Off(O) position or releasing the
trigger of the Wireless Tool Control equippedtool.
Pairing the Dust Extractor with a Tool using
Wireless Tool Control Mode (Fig. A, E)
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CAUTION: When the dust extractor is being controlled by
a paired power tool it may start or stop withoutwarning.
To Pair with a DeWALT Remote or Wireless Tool
Control Tool
1. Press the three position switch
7
to the Wireless Tool
Control ( )position.
2. Press and hold the Wireless Tool Control pairing button
8
on the DWH161 and pull the trigger on the Wireless Tool
Control equipped tool or press the button on the remote at
the sametime.
3. The LED
9
will be steadily illuminated to indicate a
successfulpairing.
NOTE: Only one transmitter can be paired to the DWH161
at a time. If the unit is already paired the previous
transmitter will beoverridden.
To Unpair with a Wireless Tool Control Tool
• Press and hold the Wireless Tool Control pairing button
8
on the DWH161 and pull the trigger on the Wireless Tool
Control equipped tool or press the button on the remote at
the sametime.
• The LED
9
will flash slowly to indicate a
successfulunpairing.
Wireless Tool Control Troubleshooting
LED Light
Pattern
Pairing Button System Status
Slow flash Not pressed Wireless Tool Control not paired
Fast flash Pressed Pairing Mode, Waiting for
signal from tool
Solid Not pressed Wireless Tool Control paired,
Waiting for command from tool
Filter Cleaning Mechanism
Suction power is dependent on the condition of the filter.
Therefore, the filter should be cleanedregularly.
The filter cleaning mechanism is a feature that uses the motor
in the dust extractor to force air through the filter. Refer
to Emptying the Dust Collection Box for instructions on
properuse.
Emptying the Dust Collection Box (Fig.F, G)
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WARNING: The vacuum cleaner contains dust particles
that pose a risk to health. Emptying and maintenance
procedures, including the disposal of dust collectors,
should only be carried out by professionals. Suitable
protective equipment is required. Do not operate the
vacuum cleaner without the complete filter system.
Otherwise you endanger yourhealth.
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WARNING: Wear approved eye protection and approved
dust mask when performing thisprocedure.
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CAUTION: Do not clean with water or compressedair.
The dust collection box
3
should be emptied as soon as the
performance has noticeably decreased or isfull.
1. Press the dust collection box release buttons
4
and pull the
dust collection box away from the dust extraction system.
Once the catch mechanism is clear of the dust extraction
system the upper joint will also release allowing the dust
collection box to be removedcompletely.
2. To empty the dust collection box
3
position it over a
suitable container to catch the dust contained within it.
Lift up the assembly release latch
16
to open the dust
collection box, separating the canister from the lid. Gently
tapping the dust collection box will encourage any dust
trapped within the filter to also be removed. Once the filter