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CARE AND MAINTENANCE
FILTER REPLACEMENT
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of injury from accidental starting, unplug power cord before
changing or cleaning filter.
IMPORTANT:
After cleaning, check the filter for tears or small holes. Do not use a filter with
holes or tears in it. Even a small hole can cause a lot of dust to come out of your vac.
Replace it immediately.
WARNING:
Do not remove filter cage and float. The float prevents water from entering the
impeller and damaging the motor. The cage prevents fingers from touching the moving
impeller.
CLEANING
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 tank:
1. Dump out debris.
2. Wash tank thoroughly with warm water and mild soap.
3. Wipe out with dry cloth.
FILTER CLEANING
1. To remove the cartridge filter for cleaning, hold the power head and turn the filter retainer
counter-clockwise to loose and remove.
2. To clean filter, brush off excess dirt with water, DRY
completey (approximately 24hours)
and re-install.
STORAGE
Before storing your vac, the dust tank should be emptied and cleaned. The cord should be
wrapped and hung on the unit and the accessories should be kept in the accessory holder so
they can be readily available. The vac should be stored indoors.