VC 5-A22

About this documentation

• Read this documentation before initial operation or use. This is a prerequisite for safe, trouble-free handling and use of the product.
  
• Observe the safety instructions and warnings in this documentation and on the product.
  
• Always keep the operating instructions with the product and make sure that the operating instructions are with the product when it is given to other persons.
  

Explanation of symbols

Warnings

Warnings alert persons to hazards that occur when handling or using the product. The following signal words are used:

Symbols in the documentation

The following symbols are used in this document:

	Read the operating instructions before use
	Instructions for use and other useful information
	Dealing with recyclable materials
	Do not dispose of electric equipment as household waste

Symbols in the illustrations

The following symbols are used in illustrations:

	These numbers refer to the corresponding illustrations found at the beginning of these operating instructions
	The numbering reflects the sequence of operations shown in the illustrations and may deviate from the steps described in the text
	Item reference numbers are used in the overview illustrations and refer to the numbers used in the product overview section
	This symbol is intended to draw special attention to certain points when handling the product.
	Wireless data transfer

Symbols on the product

Product-dependent symbols

The following symbols are used on the product:

	Direct current (DC)
	Do not pick up moisture

Product information

Hilti products are designed for professional users and only trained, authorized personnel are permitted to operate, service and maintain the products. This personnel must be informed of any particular hazards that may be encountered. The product and its ancillary equipment can present hazards if used incorrectly by untrained personnel or if used not in accordance with the intended use.
The type designation and serial number are stated on the rating plate.

• Write down the serial number in the table below. You will be required to state the product details when contacting Hilti Service or your local Hilti organization to inquire about the product.
  Product information
  

Product information

Dry vacuum cleaner	VC 5-A22
Generation	01
Serial no.

Declaration of conformity

We declare, on our sole responsibility, that the product described here complies with the applicable directives and standards. A copy of the declaration of conformity can be found at the end of this documentation.
The technical documentation is filed here:
Hilti Entwicklungsgesellschaft mbH | Tool Certification | Hiltistrasse 6 | 86916 Kaufering, Germany

General safety instructions for electric devices

WARNING! Read all safety precautions and other instructions. Failure to observe the safety instructions and other instructions can result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
Keep all safety precautions and instructions for future reference.

• This product is not intended for use by persons (including children) with physical, sensory or mental disabilities or persons lacking the appropriate experience and/or knowledge.
  
• Only persons who are familiar with it, who have been trained on how to use it safely and who understand the resulting hazards are permitted to use the device. The device is not intended for use by children.
  
• Do not allow children to play with the device. Do not allow unsupervised children to clean the device or to carry out user-maintenance tasks.
  
• Do not use the device to vacuum up flammable and/or explosive dusts (magnesium or aluminum dust etc.) or dusts that constitute a health hazard. Do not use the device to vacuum up materials with a temperature of over 60 °C (e.g. glowing cigarettes, hot ash).
  
• Do not use water, oil, grease or cleaning products.
  
• Do not use gasoline or other flammable liquids for cleaning.
  

Battery use and care

• Observe the special regulations and instructions applicable to the transport, storage and use of Li-ion batteries.
  
• Do not expose batteries to high temperatures, direct sunlight or fire.
  
• Do not disassemble, crush or incinerate batteries and do not subject them to temperatures over 80 °C.
  
• Do not use or charge batteries that have suffered mechanical impact, have been dropped from a height or show signs of damage. In this case, always contact your Hilti  Service .
  
• If the battery is too hot to touch it may be defective. In this case, place the product in a non-flammable location, well away from flammable materials, where it can be kept under observation and allowed to cool down. In this case, always contact your Hilti  Service .
  

Additional safety instructions for vacuum cleaners

Work area safety

• Keep bystanders, children and visitors away while operating the power tool. Distractions may cause you to lose control of the tool.
  

Electrical safety

• Avoid body contact with earthed / grounded surfaces such as pipes, radiators, cookers, stoves and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is grounded.
  
• Do not expose the vacuum cleaner to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a vacuum cleaner will increase the risk of electric shock.
  

Personal safety

• Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool. Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention while operating the power tool may result in serious personal injury.
  
• Wear your personal protective equipment and always wear protective glasses. Depending on the type of power tool you are using and its purpose, wearing safety equipment such as a dust mask, slip-resistant safety shoes, a hard hat or hearing protection will reduce the risk of injury.
  
• Do not use the vacuum cleaner in extremely dusty conditions.
  
• Misuse can result in liquid escaping from the battery. Avoid contact with the liquid. Liquid escaping from the battery can cause skin irritation or burns. If contact occurs, rinse off with water. In the event of the liquid coming into contact with the eyes, rinse the eyes with plenty of water and consult a doctor.
  

Using and handling the power tool

• Store power tools out of reach of children when not in use. Do not allow persons who are not familiar with the tool or these instructions to operate it. Power tools are dangerous in the hands of inexperienced persons.
  
• Take good care of the power tool. Check that moving parts operate satisfactorily and do not jam, and make sure that no parts are broken or damaged in such a way that the power tool might no longer function correctly. Have damaged parts repaired before using the tool. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools.
  
• Use power tools, accessories, insert tools, etc. in accordance with these instructions. Take the working conditions and the work to be performed into account. Use of power tools for applications other than those intended can result in hazardous situations.
  
• Use the right appliance for the job. Do not use the appliance for purposes for which it was not intended. Use it only as directed and when in faultless condition.
  
• Do not use the vacuum cleaner as a dust extractor in combination with other electric appliances.
  
• Operate the vacuum cleaner only with the filter installed.
  
• Avoid unintentional starting. Switch the device off before inserting the battery and before lifting or transporting the device. Never carry the device with your finger on the control switch. Always remove the battery when the device is not in use, before maintenance, before changing accessory tools and in preparation for and throughout transport.
  
• Do not sit or stand on the appliance.
  

Service

• Have the power tool repaired only by a qualified specialist using only genuine Hilti spare parts. The safety of the power tool can thus be maintained.
  

Intended use

The product described here is a vacuum cleaner suitable for commercial use, e.g. in hotels, schools, hospitals, factories, shops, offices and by rental companies. It is suitable for dry applications only.

Hilti products are designed for professional users and only trained, authorized personnel are permitted to operate, service and maintain the products. The product and its ancillary equipment can present hazards if used incorrectly by untrained personnel or if used not in accordance with the intended use.

• Use only Hilti Li‑ion batteries of the B 22 series with this product.

• Use only Hilti battery chargers of the C4/36 series for charging these batteries.

Product overview

1. EJECT button for hose
   
2. Grip
   
3. Control switch
   
4. Holder for shoulder strap
   
5. Hand nozzle
   
6. Hose
   
7. Crevice nozzle
   
8. Catch
   
9. Waste material container
   
10. Suction head
    
11. CLEAN button for filter cleaning
    
12. Battery compartment
    
13. Discharged-air filter
    

Control switch

Status	Meaning
ECO	Energy-saving mode
MAX	Switching on
OFF	Switching off

Items supplied

Dry vacuum cleaner complete with filter element, suction hose with connectors, hand nozzle, crevice nozzle, shoulder strap and operating instructions.
Other system products approved for use with this product can be found at your local Hilti Store or online at: www.hilti.group | USA: www.hilti.com

Li-ion battery state of charge display

The state of charge of the Li-ion battery and malfunctions of the appliance are indicated by the display on the Li‑ion battery. The state of charge of the Li‑ion battery is displayed after pressing one of the two battery release buttons.

Status	Meaning
4 LEDs light.	State of charge: 75 % to 100 %
3 LEDs light.	State of charge: 50 % to 75 %
2 LEDs light.	State of charge: 25 % to 50 %
1 LED lights.	State of charge: 10 % to 25 %
1 LED blinks, the appliance is ready for use.	State of charge: < 10 %
1 LED blinks, the appliance is not ready for use.	The battery has overheated.
4 LEDs blink, the appliance is not ready for use.	The appliance has overheated or is overloaded.

Indication of overloading and overheating

The power tool is equipped with an electronic system to protect against overloading and overheating. The power tool switches itself off automatically in the event of overloading or overheating. After releasing the control switch, the power tool may not restart immediately when the switch is pressed again (while the power tool is cooling down).

Noise and vibration information, measured in accordance with EN 60335-2-69

	VC 5-A22
Sound pressure level (LpA)	70.9 dB(A)
Sound power level (LWA)	85.2 dB(A)
Uncertainty	2.4 dB(A)
Vibration emission value (ah)	< 2.5 m/s²
Uncertainty (K)	Is taken into account in the stated value

Preparations at the workplace

Observe the safety instructions and warnings in this documentation and on the product.
WARNING The appliance may be operated only by authorized, trained personnel.

Charging the battery

1. Before charging the battery, read the operating instructions for the charger.
   
2. Make sure that the contacts on the battery and the contacts on the charger are clean and dry.
   
3. Use an approved charger to charge the battery.
   

Inserting the battery

1. Charge the battery fully before using it for the first time.
   
2. Push the battery into the battery holder until it engages with an audible click.
   
3. Check that the battery is seated securely.
   

Removing the battery

1. Press the release buttons on the battery.
   
2. Pull the battery out of its holder in the device.
   

Changing the filter bag

1. Switch the appliance off.
   
2. Open the two catches.
   
3. Lift the suction head off the waste material container.
   
4. Remove the filter bag and remove the holder for the filter bag.
   
5. Push the holder for the filter bag on to a new filter bag.
   
6. Secure the holder with the filter bag to the ribs of the waste material container.
   
7. Set the suction head on the waste material container and close the two catches.
   

Connecting/disconnecting the suction hose

1. Connect the suction hose to the suction hose intake socket.
   
   • The suction hose should be heard to engage.
     
2. To disconnect the suction hose, press and hold down the EJECT button.
   
3. Disconnect the suction hose from the suction hose intake socket.
   

Types of work

Switching the device on / off

1. To switch on the device, turn the control switch to this position: MAX .
   
   To operate the device for a longer period at reduced suction power, set the control switch to this position: ECO .
   
2. To switch off the device, set the control switch to this position: OFF .
   

Cleaning the filter

1. Switch the appliance on.
   
2. Hold your hand over the end of the hose.
   
3. Wait until maximum vacuum pressure is reached.
   
4. Press the CLEAN button 4-5 times.
   
5. Switch the appliance off.
   

After vacuuming

1. Turn the control switch to this position: OFF .
   
2. Empty the container and clean the appliance by wiping it with a damp cloth.
   
3. Snap the hose into the hose holder.
   
4. Stow the nozzles away.
   
5. Store the vacuum cleaner in a secure, dry place where it is inaccessible to unauthorized users.
   
   • CAUTION This vacuum cleaner may be stored only indoors.
     

Changing the filter

1. Switch the device off.
   
2. Open the two catches.
   
3. Lift the suction head off the waste material container.
   
4. To remove the filter frame, turn the filter latch through 180 °.
   
5. Remove the filter along with the filter frame.
   
6. Remove all dust from the seal and from the filter frame holder.
   
7. Set the filter frame on a new filter.
   
8. Fit the filter frame into the holder for the filter frame.
   
9. Lock the filter frame into position with the filter latches.
   
10. Set the suction head on the waste material container and close the two catches.
    

Changing the filter mat

1. Press the button to release the discharged-air filter and remove the filter support.
   
2. Remove the filter mat from the filter support.
   
3. Attach a new filter mat to the filter support.
   
4. Fit the filter support to the appliance.
   

Troubleshooting