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Filter Cleaning
Your Filter should be cleaned often to maintain peak Vac
performance.
Cleaning A Dry Filter
1. Some removal of dry debris can be accomplished
without removing the Filter from the Vac. Slap your
hand on top of the Powerhead Assembly while the
Vac is turned off.
2. For best cleaning results due to accumulated dust,
clean the Filter in an open area. Cleaning SHOULD be
done outdoors and not in the living quarters.
3. After Filter removal from Vac, remove the dry debris
by gently tapping Filter against the inside wall of your
Dust Drum. The debris will loosen and fall.
4. For thorough cleaning of dry Filter with fine dust
(no debris), run water through it as described under
“Cleaning A Wet Filter”.
Cleaning A Wet Filter
After Filter is removed, run water through the Filter from a
hose or spigot. Take care that water pressure from the hose is
not strong enough to damage Filter.
IMPORTANT:
After cleaning, check the Filter for tears or
small holes. Tears and holes in the Filter can cause debris and
dust to be blown from the Vac. Do not use a Filter with holes
or tears. Replace immediately.
Allow the Filter to dry before reinstalling and storing the Vac
or picking up dry debris.
Cleaning and Disinfecting the
Wet/Dry Vac
To keep your Wet/Dry Vac looking its best, clean the outside
with a cloth dampened with warm water and mild soap.
To clean the Drum:
1. Dump debris out.
2. Wash Drum thoroughly with warm water and mild
soap.
3. Wipe out with dry cloth.
Before prolonged storage or as needed (i.e., waste water pick
up) the Drum should be disinfected.
To disinfect the Drum:
1. Pour 1 Gallon (4 L) of water and 1 Teaspoon (5 mL)
chlorine bleach into the Drum.
2. Let solution stand for 20 minutes, carefully swishing
every few minutes, making sure to wet all inside surfaces
of the Drum.
3. Empty Drum after 20 minutes. Rinse with water until
bleach smell is gone. Allow Drum to dry completely
before sealing the Motor on the Drum.
Casters
If your Casters are noisy, you may put a drop of oil on the
Roller Shaft to make them quieter.
Storage
Before storing your Vac, the Drum should be emptied and
cleaned. The Power Cord should be wrapped around the
Cord Wrap and the Hose should be stored as described in
this manual. Accessories should be kept in the same area as
the Vac so they can be readily available. The Vac should be
stored indoors.
WARNING:
To assure product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, any other
maintenance, repairs and adjustments should be
performed by Authorized Service Centers, always using
CRAFTSMAN replacement parts.
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