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This Wet/Dry Vac is double-insulated, eliminating the need for a separate grounding system. Use only
identical replacements parts. Read the instructions for Servicing Double-Insulated Wet/Dry Vacs before
servicing. Use this Wet/Dry Vac as described in this manual.
Observe the following warnings that appear on the motor housing of your Wet/Dry Vac.
DOUBLE INSULATED - GROUNDING NOT REQUIRED - WHEN SERVICING USE ONLY
IDENTICAL REPLACEMENT PARTS.
WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK-DO NOT EXPOSE TO RAIN. STORE
INDOORS.
WARNING:
FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, READ AND UNDERSTAND OPERATOR’S MANUAL. DO
NOT RUN UNATTENDED. DO NOT PICK UP HOT ASHES, COALS, TOXIC, FLAMMABLE OR OTHER
HAZARDOUS MATERIALS, DO NOT USE AROUND EXPLOSIVE LIQUIDS OR VAPORS.
CAUTION:
• Do not vacuum drywall dust, cold fireplace soot or cold ash with washable Wet/Dry filter only. This is very
fine dust which will not be captured by the filter and may cause damage to motor. When vacuuming fine dust
use the washable cartridge filter and the fine dust collection bag.
WARNING:
SERVICING OF DOUBLE-INSULATED WET/DRY VACUUMM
WITH A DOUBLE-INSULATED WET/DRY VACUUM, TWO SYSTEMS OF INSULATION ARE PROVIDED
INSTEAD OF GROUNDING. NO GROUNDING MEANS IS PROVIDED ON A DOUBLE-INSULATED
APPLIANCE, NOR SHOULD A MEANS FOR GROUNDING BE ADDED. SERVICING A DOUBLE
INSULATED WET/DRY VACUUM REQUIRES EXTREME CARE AND KNOWLEDGE OF THE SYSTEM,
AND SHOULD BE DONE ONLY BY QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. REPLACEMENT PARTS FOR
A DOUBLE-INSULATED WET/DRY VACUUM MUST BE IDENTICAL TO THE PARTS THEY REPLACE.
YOUR DOUBLE-INSULATED WET/DRY VAC IS MARKED WITH THE WORDS ‘DOUBLE INSULATED’
AND THE SYMBOL (SQUARE WITHIN A SQUARE) MAY ALSO BE MARKED ON THE
APPLIANCE.
• To reduce the risk of electric shock-unplug before cleaning or servicing.
• DO NOT use the vacuum cleaner without filters in place.
CAUTION:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY FROM MOVING PARTS- UNPLUG BEFORE SERVICING.
When using an extension cord with your Wet/Dry Vac refer to the following table to determine the required
A.W.G. wire size. Before using the cleaner make sure the power cord and extension cord are in good
working conditions. Make repairs or replacements before using the vacuum cleaner. Only use extension
cords that are rated for outdoor use.
Length of Extension Cord
110V-120V
25 Feet
7.5 Meters
50 Feet
15.25 Meters
100 Feet
30.5 Meters
150 Feet
45.7 Meters
Amps A.W.G Wire Size
0-6 18 16 16 14
7-10 18 16 14 12
11-12 16 16 14 12
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