Shop-Vac SC16 Series, User Manual

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5. Reinsert hose into inlet and tighten locking-nut. When secured in place expand bag and position around
inside of tank.
6. NOTE: When removing ilter bag from tank, remove inlet delector from ilter bag collar and reinstall into
delector guide. Inlet delector should always be in place for any type of cleaning.
WARNING
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FOR FINE DUST AND POWDERS.
When vacuuming ine dust, or powders of any kind (plaster, drywall dust, cold ashes, concrete dust, etc.)
a high eficiency drywall ilter bag must be used. When vacuuming normal household dust and debris,
standard household disposable ilter bags may be used.
WET PICK UP OPERATION
1. Your vacuum can be used for wet pick up. Remove ALL dirt and debris found in the tank. Remove all dry
use ilters, including the ilter bag, from the vacuum.
2. A clean cartridge ilter may be used to pick up small quantities of liquid. To use the cartridge ilter;
follow the instructions under dry pick up.
3. For vacuuming large quantities of liquid use a foam sleeve. If a foam sleeve did not come standard with
your unit, one may be purchased at your local dealer, the Shop-Vac
®
website or by contacting Shop-
Vac
®
customer service. To use the foam sleeve; follow the instructions in this section.
4. Misting in the exhaust air or dripping of liquid around the tank cover may occur if the ilter becomes
saturated during wet pick up. If this occurs, remove the ilter and allow to dry, or replace with another
dry ilter.
5. Turn the unit off immediately upon completing a wet pick up job or when tank is full and ready to be
emptied. When the tank is full, suction will drastically reduce. Refer to the automatic suction shut
off section for more information. Raise the hose to drain any excess liquid into the tank. Follow the
instructions in the emptying liquid waste section.
6. Before storing the vacuum cleaner or using for dry pick up, clean and dry the interior of the tank and the
underside of the tank cover. Clean and allow the ilters to dry completely.
7. 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.
FOAM SLEEVE
1. With the tank cover in an upside down position, slide the foam sleeve down over the
lid cage, pulling until foam sleeve completely covers the lid cage.
2. To clean the foam sleeve, slide it up and off the lid cage. Shake excess debris off of the foam sleeve
with a rapid up and down movement.
3. Hold foam sleeve under running water for a couple minutes, rinsing from the inside of the ilter. A water
wash is not always required, depending on the condition of the ilter.
4. Check the ilter for tears. If any are found, replace with a new ilter.
BLOWER FEATURE
Your vacuum can be used as a powerful blower. To use the blower feature, clear the hose of any debris or
obstructions. Unscrew blower port cover located on the back of tank cover. The port cover is equipped with
a retaining strap to prevent loss of the cover.
NOTE: For maximum performance when vacuuming, remove
the blower port cover.
Insert machine hose end into blower port located on the back of the tank cover.
Twist the hose end slightly to tighten the connection. Caution should be used when using as a blower due to
the powerful force of air when using certain attachments.