LUBRICATION
No lubrication is necessary as the motor is equipped with lifetime lubricated bearings.
TROUBLESHOOTING
Trouble
Possible Cause
Remedy
Suction weakens
or cleaner runs
hot
Air leak
Obstruction in hose
or nozzle
Check nozzle, hose, etc. for obstructions,
and remove if present.
Check all fittings for tight fit
(nozzles, hose, etc.)
Check that tank cover is sealed properly.
Clogged filter
Brush dirt from filter. If condition con-
tinues, change filter.
WARNING
–If ANy Of THE MOTOR HOUSING PARTS
SHOULD BECOME DETACHED OR BROkEN, EXPOSING THE MOTOR
OR ANy OTHER ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS, OPERATION SHOULD BE
DISCONTINUED IMMEDIATELy TO AVOID PERSONAL INjURy OR fURTHER
DAMAGE TO THE VACUUM. REPAIRS SHOULD BE MADE BEfORE REUSING
THE VACUUM.
THREE yEAR HOME USE WARRANTy
your Shop-Vac® vacuum cleaner is warranted for normal household use, in accordance with
the user manual, against original defects in material and workmanship for a period of three
years from date of purchase. Should this product be used for commercial or rental use, a 90
day limited warranty will apply. Shop-Vac Corporation warrants placing this vacuum cleaner in
correct operating condition, by repair or parts replacement, during the warranty period, without
charge. This warranty does not cover accessories. use of non-recommended filters and/or
accessories may void the manufacturer's warranty. Shop-Vac® assumes no responsibility
for damage or faulty performance caused by misuse, careless handling, and where repairs or
modifications have been made. do not attempt to service your vacuum beyond that described
in the user manual. Proof of purchase date is required. The warranty gives you specific legal
rights, and you may have other rights which vary from state to state or province to province.
This warranty is void outside of the united States and Canada.
Customers in the united States: for product service contact Shop-Vac Corporation, Customer
Service, at (570) 326-3557 or go to www.shopvac.com/support. Visit www.shopvac.com for
your vacuum's parts list schematic.
Customers in Canada: for product service return the complete unit, (transportation prepaid), to
the Authorized Shop-Vac® Service Centre nearest you. A complete list of Authorized Service
Centres is included with each vacuum cleaner.
Customers in mexico: for product service see paperwork that came with your unit.
EMPTyING LIQUID WASTES fROM THE TANk
Not all units are equipped with tank drains. Follow the instructions, which apply to
your specific unit.
Without Tank Drain
Liquid waste may be emptied by removing the tank cover. To empty, stop the motor and
remove the plug from the wall receptacle. Remove the tank cover and deposit the liquid waste
contents in a suitable drain. After tank is empty, return the cover to its original position. To
continue use, plug the cord into the wall receptacle and turn the unit on.
With Tank Drain
Liquid waste may be emptied by removing the tank drain. To empty, turn unit off and remove
plug from wall receptacle. Remove the drain cap and deposit the liquid waste contents in a
suitable drain. After the tank is empty, return the drain cap to its original position. To continue
use, plug the cord into the wall receptacle and turn the unit on.
Remove ALL dirt and debris found in the tank. The vacuum requires only a minimum of conver-
sion when going from dry to wet pick-up. Remove all dry use filters from the vacuum. A clean
cartridge filter may be used for vacuuming small amounts of liquids. for proper installation of
the cartridge filter refer to Installing the Cartridge filter. for best results when vacuuming large
quantities of liquid, remove the cartridge filter. When vacuuming liquids containing debris, it is
recommended purchasing a foam sleeve and install over filter cage; otherwise a foam sleeve
is not required for wet pick-up. foam sleeve and additional filters may be purchased by visiting
our website at www. shopvac.com, contacting our customer service department, or purchasing
at your local Shop-Vac
®
distributor.
misting in exhaust air may occur if the filter becomes saturated during wet pick-up. If misting
occurs, remove filter and allow to dry or, replace with another dry filter to eliminate the misting
and possible dripping of liquid around the lid. Turn the unit off immediately upon completing a
wet pick-up job or when tank is full and ready to be emptied. Raise the hose to drain any excess
liquid into the tank. The interior of the tank should be periodically cleaned.
The foam sleeve should be cleaned periodically as described in the following steps:
1. Always disconnect the plug from the wall receptacle before removing the tank cover. Place
tank cover in an upside down position. Remove foam sleeve by sliding it up and off the lid
cage.
2. Shake excess dust off foam sleeve with a rapid up and down movement.
3. Hold foam sleeve under running water for a minute or two, rinsing from the inside. A water
wash is not always required, depending on the condition of the foam sleeve.
4. Gently wring out excess water, blot foam sleeve with a clean towel, and allow to dry. The
foam sleeve is now ready to be reinstalled on the lid cage.
NOTE:
WeT PICK-uP ACCeSSORIeS SHOuLd Be WASHed PeRIOdICALLy, eSPeCIALLy AfTeR
PICKING uP WeT, STICKy KITCHeN ACCIdeNTS. THIS CAN Be ACCOmPLISHed WITH A WARm
SOLuTION Of SOAP ANd WATeR.
AUTOMATIC SHUT-Off
The cleaner is equipped with an automatic shut-off that operates when picking up liquids.
As the level of the liquid rises, an internal float rises until it seats itself against a seal at the
intake of the motor, shutting off suction. When this happens, the motor will develop a higher
than normal pitch noise. To continue use, empty the liquid waste from the tank as outlined in
the previous paragraph.
NOTE:
If ACCIdeNTALLy TIPPed OVeR, THe VACuum COuLd LOSe SuCTION. If THIS OCCuRS,
PLACe VAC IN uPRIGHT POSITION ANd TuRN SWITCH Off. THIS WILL ALLOW THe fLOAT TO
ReTuRN TO ITS NORmAL POSITION, ANd yOu WILL Be ABLe TO CONTINue OPeRATION.
This vacuum can be used as a powerful blower. To use your unit as a blower
unscrew blower port cover located on the backside of the motor housing
(figure 26)
. The blower port cover is equipped with a retaining strap to pre-
vent loss of the port cover while blower is in use. Clear hose of any obstruc-
tions before attaching to blower port. Insert hose end with locking-nut into
blower port on rear of unit and tighten. do not over-tighten. Caution should
be used when using as a blower due to the powerful force of air when using
certain attachments.
WARNING
– ALWAyS WEAR EyE PROTECTION TO PRE-
VENT ROCkS OR DEBRIS fROM BEING BLOWN OR RICOCHETING INTO
THE EyES OR fACE WHICH CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS INjURy.
BLOWER fEATURE
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STORAGE
Before storing your vacuum cleaner the tank should be emptied and cleaned.
The power cord can be wrapped around the cord wraps provided on the tank
cover on rear of unit
(figure 27).
Accessories may be stored in the tool holder
(not standard on all models)
so they can be readily available. If a hose
holder
(not standard with all models)
has been included with your vacuum,
assemble as follows. Install hose holder end with fastener onto hose. Slide or
snap fastener into notch securing in place. Remove extension wands and/or
accessory from end of hose and place hose end into open end of hose holder
to secure hose in place for easy storage
(figure 28)
.
The vacuum should
be stored indoors.
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WET PICk-UP OPERATION
