OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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To reduce the risk of fire or explosion, do not operate this vac in areas with flammable gases,
vapors or explosive dust in the air. Flammable gases or vapors include but are not limited to:
lighter fluid, solvent-type cleaners, oil-based paints, gasoline, alcohol or aerosol sprays. Explosive
dusts include but are not limited to: coal, magnesium, aluminum, and grain or gun powder. Do not
vacuum explosive dust, flammable or combustible liquids or hot ashes. Do not use this vac as a
sprayer for any flammable or combustible liquid. To reduce the risk of health hazards from vapors
or dusts, do not vacuum toxic materials.
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WARNING:
The operation of any utility vac can result in foreign objects being blown into the eyes, which can
result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety eyewear complying with ANSI Z87.1 (or in
Canada, CSA Z94.3) before starting operation.
WARNING:
To reduce risk of hearing damage, wear ear protectors when using the vac for extended hours or
when using it in a noisy area.
This 5-gallon wet/dry vac is assembled at the factory and ready for use when you remove it from the
carton. The unit is ready for dry vacuuming or blowing. After you plug the power cord into the wall
receptacle, turn the unit “ON” by pushing the switch from position “O” to position “I”. The “O” is
the “OFF” position and the “I” is the “ON” position.
CAUTION:
DRY PICK-UP
NOTE:
1. The filter must always be in correct position to reduce the risk of leaks and possible damage to vac.
Make sure that the filter is completely covering the filter cage and that the clamp ring is as close to
the lid as possible. Make sure there are no gaps between the filter and the lid. (See illustration). It is
very important to assemble the filter to the cage without allowing any possible leaks or tears. Any
leaks will allow the picked up debris to be blown out of the blowing port and back into the
surrounding environment.
2. When using your vac to pick up very fine dust, it will be necessary to empty the dust tank and clean
or replace the filter at more frequent intervals to maintain peak vac performance.
1. Slide the cardboard collar opening firmly onto the vacuum port deflector until it stops against the
deflector wall.
2. Position the bag so that it is distributed around the inside of the tank.
3. Replace and secure the power head onto the tank.
A dry filter is necessary to pick up dry material. If you use your vac to pick up dust when the filter is wet,
the filter will clog quickly and be very difficult to clean. If the filter gets wet, replace it before continuing to
do dry pickups.
INSTALLING DISPOSABLE FILTER BAG
Reusable filter
Clamp ring
Disposable filter bag
O = OFF I = ON
