WARNING
– ALWAYS DISCONNECT THE PLUG
FROM THE WALL OUTLET BEFORE REMOVING THE TANK
COVER.
DANGER!
Never operate this unit when flammable materials or
vapors are present because electrical devices produce
arcs or sparks that can cause a fire or explosion.
NEVER OPERATE UNATTENDED!
WARNING
– ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION TO
PREVENT ROCKS OR DEBRIS FROM BEING BLOWN OR RICO-
CHETING INTO THE EYES OR FACE WHICH CAN RESULT IN
SERIOUS INJURY.
When using the appliance at a distance where an extension cord becomes necessary, a 3-con-
ductor grounding cord of adequate size must be used for safety, and to prevent loss of power and
overheating. Use the table below
to determine A.W.G. wire size
required. To determine ampere
rating of your vacuum, refer to
nameplate located on rear of
motor cover. Before using appli-
ance, inspect power cord for loose
or exposed wires and damaged
insulation. Make any needed
repairs or replacements before
using your appliance. Use only three-wire outdoor extension cords which have three-prong
grounding-type plugs and three-pole receptacles which accept the extension cord’s plug. When
vacuuming liquids, be sure the extension cord connection does not come in contact with the liq-
uid.
NOTE:
STATIC SHOCKS ARE COMMON IN DRY AREAS OR WHEN THE RELATIVE HUMIDITY OF THE
AIR IS LOW. THIS IS ONLY TEMPORARY AND DOES NOT AFFECT THE USE OF THE APPLIANCE. TO
REDUCE THE FREQUENCY OF STATIC SHOCKS IN YOUR HOME, THE BEST REMEDY IS TO ADD
MOISTURE TO THE AIR WITH A CONSOLE OR INSTALLED HUMIDIFIER.
Volts
Total length of cord in feet
120V
Ampere Rating
More Not More
Than Than
0 - 6
6
- 10
10 - 12
12 - 16
25
50
100
150
AWG
18
18
16
14
16
16
16
12
16
14
14
14
12
12
Not recommended
21. To avoid spontaneous combustion, empty tank after each use.
22. The operation of a utility vac can result in foreign objects being blown into eyes, which can
result in eye damage. Always wear safety goggles when operating vacuum.
23. STAY ALERT. Watch what you are doing and use common sense. Do not use vacuum cleaner
when you are tired, distracted or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication causing
diminished control.
Series 90L — Wet/Dry Vacuum
Household and Workshop Use
ATTENTION!
Read all safety rules carefully before attempting to oper-
ate. Retain for future reference.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed,
including the following: READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE.
WARNING
– TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE,
ELECTRIC SHOCK OR INJURY:
1. Do not leave appliance when plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before
servicing. Connect to a properly grounded outlet only. See Grounding Instructions.
2. Do not expose to rain – store indoors.
3. Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used by or near
children.
4. Use only as described in this manual. Use only Manufacturer’s recommended
attachments.
5. Do not use with damaged cord or plug. If appliance is not working as it should, has been
dropped, damaged, left outdoors or dropped into water, contact Shop-Vac Corporation for
assistance.
6. Do Not: pull or carry by cord, use cord as a handle, close a door on cord or pull cord around
sharp edges or corners. Do not run appliance over cord. Keep cord away from heated
surfaces.
7. Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug; not the cord.
8. Do not handle plug or appliance with wet hands.
9. Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with any openings blocked; keep free of dust,
lint, hair and anything that may reduce air flow.
10. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers and all parts of body away from openings and moving parts.
11. Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches or hot ashes.
12. Do not use without dust bag and/or filters in place.
13. Turn off all controls before unplugging.
14. Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.
15. Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids such as gasoline or use in areas
where they may be present.
16. Do not use your cleaner as a sprayer of flammable liquids such as oil base paints, lacquers,
household cleaners, etc.
17. Do not vacuum toxic, carcinogenic, combustible or other hazardous materials such as
asbestos, arsenic, barium, beryllium, lead, pesticides or other health endangering materials.
Specially designed units are available for these purposes.
18. Do not pick up soot, cement, plaster or drywall dust without cartridge filter and collection filter
bag in place. These are very fine particles that may pass through the foam and affect the
performance of the motor or be exhausted back into the air. Additional collection filter bags
are available.
19. Do not leave the cord lying on the floor once you have finished the cleaning job. It can
become a tripping hazard.
20. Use special care when emptying heavily loaded tanks.
EXTENSION CORDS
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WARNING
– DO NOT LEAVE VACUUM UNAT-
TENDED WHEN IT IS PLUGGED IN AND/OR OPERATING.
UNPLUG UNIT WHEN NOT IN USE.
This appliance must be grounded. If it should malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a
path of least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock. This appliance is
equipped with a cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and grounding plug. The plug
must be inserted into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance
with all local codes and ordinances.
WARNING
– IMPROPER CONNECTION OF THE
EQUIPMENT-GROUNDING CONDUCTOR CAN RESULT IN A RISK
OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. CHECK WITH A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN
OR SERVICE PERSON IF YOU ARE IN DOUBT AS TO WHETHER
THE OUTLET IS PROPERLY GROUNDED. DO NOT MODIFY THE
PLUG PROVIDED WITH THE APPLIANCE – IF IT WILL NOT FIT
THE OUTLET, HAVE A PROPER OUTLET INSTALLED BY A QUAL-
IFIED ELECTRICIAN.
This appliance is for use on a nominal 120-volt circuit, and has a grounded plug that looks like the
plug illustrated in
sketch A
. A temporary adapter that looks like the adapter illustrated in
sketches
B
and
C
may be used to connect this plug to a 2-pole receptacle as shown in
sketch B
if a proper-
ly grounded outlet is not available. The temporary adapter should be used only until a properly
grounded outlet
(sketch A)
can be installed by a qualified electrician. The green colored rigid ear,
lug or the like extending from the adapter must be
connected to a permanent ground such as a prop-
erly grounded outlet box cover. Whenever the
adapter is used, it must be held in place by a metal
screw.
NOTE:
IN CANADA, THE USE OF A TEMPORARY
ADAPTER IS NOT PERMITTED BY THE CANADIAN
ELECTRICAL CODE.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
