Craftsman CMXEVBE176120, Instruction Manual

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MAINTENANCE
Filter
IMPORTANT: This Filter is made of high quality paper
designed to stop very small particles of dust. The Filter can
be used for wet or dry pick up. Handle the Filter carefully
when removing to clean or installing it. Creases in the Filter
pleats may occur from installation but creases will not affect
the performance of the Filter.
Filter Removal and Replacement (Fig. M)
Replacement Filters and Filter Bags are available.
NOTE: See Repair Parts List for Part Number.
IMPORTANT: To reduce the risk of damage to the Blower
Wheel and Motor, always reinstall the Filter before using the
Vac for dry material pickup.
Filter Removal:
1. To remove the Filter for cleaning or replacement,
unscrew the Filter Nut from the Filter Cage, remove
Filter Plate and lift off Filter.
2. To replace the Filter, carefully slide the Filter over the
Filter Cage, sliding it over the Center Ring Covering
the Three Slots until the Filter stops against the
Powerhead.
3. Place the Hole in the Filter Plate over the Threaded
Screw of the Filter Cage.
4. Gently push on the Filter Plate to seat the Rubber Ring
of the Filter inside the circular channel of the Filter
Plate.
5. Place the Filter Nut onto the Threaded Screws and
tighten it down. Finger tighten only.
NOTE: Lever of Filter Nut should be away from Plate,
as shown.
IMPORTANT: Do not over tighten as this may deform or
crack the Filter Cage or Filter Plate.
Fig. M
Filter Nut
Filter Plate
Filter
Filter Cage
Latches (2)
Powerhead
Drum
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of injury from accidental starting,
unplug power cord before changing or cleaning filter.
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