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DRY VACUUMING
WARNING:
BE SURE TO READ, UNDERSTAND, AND APPLY INFORMATION, ENTITLED ‘SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS & WARNINGS’. DO NOT VACUUM IN AREAS WITH FLAMMABLE GASES, VAPORS,
OR EXPLOSIVE DUSTS IN THE AIR. FLAMMABLE GASES OR VAPORS INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT
LIMITED TO; LIGHTER FLUID, SOLVENT TYPE CLEANERS, OIL-BASE PAINTS, GASOLINE,
ALCOHOL OR AEROSOL SPRAYS. EXPLOSIVE DUSTS INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO; COAL,
MAGNESIUM, GRAIN OR GUN POWDER. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF HEALTH HAZARDS FROM
VAPORS OR DUST, DO NOT VACUUM TOXIC MATERIALS.
1. Verify that the power cord is disconnected from the outlet. (fig.1)
2. In order to prepare your vacuum for dry vacuuming, verify that the cartridge filter is securely mounted.
Make sure the filter is pushed in until it stops against the power head. (fig. 2) (Your Wet/Dry Vac comes
with the cartridge filter pre-installed, if not see page 10 for installation instructions.)
3. Place filter retainer on top of cartridge filter and tighten by turning the retainer handle clockwise. (fig. 3)
4. Optional, for improved dust filtering, fit collection dust bag flange onto the inlet stub, taking care not to
damage the bag. (fig. 4)
5. Place the power head back on the container, aligning the top section with the latches, and lock into
place. (fig. 5)
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS: DRY VACUUMING
6. Insert the locking end of the hose into the vacuum port on the power head and screw in place. Push the
desired extension wands or attachments onto the free end of the hose. (fig. 6)
7. Verify that the switch is in the ‘O’ OFF position before plugging the power cord into the outlet. (fig. 7 & 8)
8. Turn the motor on by flipping the switch to the ‘I’ ON position. (fig. 9)
9. Once you have completed vacuuming, flip the switch to the ‘O’ OFF position and unplug the power cord
from the outlet. (fig. 10 & 11)
O = OFF I = ON
DO NOT USE THE CARTRIDGE FILTER FOR LIQUID VACUUMING.
DRY-VACUUM OPERATION