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600W 8 LITRE
PORTABLE DUST
EXTRACTION SYSTEM
WITH ACCESSORIES
RDC8LA
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
C o de: RDC8LA
Black Magenta
Cyan Yellow
D a t e: 070806 E dition: 03 Op: DCR
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Contents Warranty Power Tools Warranty 2 Whilst every effort is made to ensure your complete Introduction 3 satisfaction with this tool, occasionally, due to the mass Environmental Protection 3 manufacturing techniques, a tool may not live up to our required level of performance and you may need the Description of symbols 3 assistance of our service department. Specifications 3 This product is warranted for a 2-year period for home Safety instructions 4 domestic use from the date of the ori
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Introduction Description of symbols Your new GMC power tool will more than satisfy The rating plate on your tool may show symbols. These your expectations. It has been manufactured under represent important information about the product or instructions stringent GMC Quality Standards to meet superior on its use. performance criteria. Wear hearing protection. You will find your new tool easy and safe to operate, Wear eye protection. and, with proper care, it will give you many years Wear br
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7. Dress correctly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. General safety instructions They can be caught in moving parts. Rubber gloves To use this tool properly, you must observe the safety and non-slip footwear are recommended when working regulations, the assembly instructions and the operating outdoors. If you have long hair, wear a protective hair instructions to be found in this Manual. All persons who use covering. and service the machine have to be acquainted with this 8. Use
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• The appliance is not intended for use by young children or 17. Stay alert. Watch what you are doing. Use common infirm persons without supervision. Young children should sense. Do not operate a power tool when you are tired. be supervised to ensure they do not play with the appliance. 18. C heck for damaged parts. Before using a tool, check • Use only manufacturer’s recommended attachments that there are no damaged parts. If a part is slightly and consumables. damaged, carefully dete
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Know your product The GMC Dust Extraction System is designed for collecting wood dust generated from cutting and drilling 1 5 with electric power tools. It can also be used as a vacuum cleaner for cleaning dust, wood shavings etc. 2 from machines and the floor of the working area. 9 It is not to be used for the suction 3 of liquids. 1. Shoulder Strap 2. Vacuum port 7 3. Release clips 4. Power cord (not shown) 5. Lid 6a. Filter bag 6b. Filter bag clip 7. Collection drum 8. Power tool
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2. Unwind the power cord fully Operation and connect it to the power The GMC 8 litre vacuum/dust extraction system comes point or an extension lead. assembled and ready for use. 3. T o turn the unit on push The filter must always be in the correct position to reduce the ‘on/off’ switch (10) to the risk of leaks and possible damage to the vacuum. the ‘I’ position. Ensure that the filter is completely covering the filter cage 4. T o turn the unit off push and that the filter bag cli
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4. A fter cleaning check the Emptying the drum filter thoroughly for tears or WARNING. Take care, the tank small holes. Do not use a may be heavier than you think. filter with tears or holes in it. 1. Switch off the unit and unplug Even a small hole can cause from the power point. a lot of dust to come out of your vacuum. Replace it 2. Remove the lid (5) of the immediately. vacuum by pulling outward on the release clips (3) on 5. Before installing the filter on each side of the
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Troubleshooting WARNING. If a problem occurs always switch the unit off immediately. Trouble Problem Suggested remedy Vacuum will not pick Clogged filter Clean or replace filter. up dirt. Clogged hose Remove hose and clear debris. Air leak Make sure lid is securely attached to dust drum. Vacuum will not run No electricity Make sure electrical outlet has voltage. (A qualified electrician may need to be contacted). CAUTION. Water must never come into contact with Storage the tool. Before storin
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GMC customer assist If your product needs repairing, replacing, technical service or you simply need help or advice, please contact us on our Customer Assist Line 1300 880 001 (Australia) or 0800 445 721 (New Zealand). For prompt service we suggest you log your service request online at www.gmcservice.com.au. Should you not have access to the Internet, please contact our service department on 1300 880 001 (Australia) or 0800 445 721 (New Zealand). 7am –7pm, 7days a week (AEST). Please n
