Automatic Shutoff
The vacuum cleaner is equipped with an automatic shutoff that operates when picking up liq-
uids. When the liquid in the tank reaches a certain level, an internal float will seat 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 indicating that you need to switch off the vac and empty the
liquid.
Note:
If accidently tipped over, the float shutoff device could seat against the seal and shut off
suction. If this happens, simply place the vacuum cleaner in upright position and turn off the
switch until the float returns to its normal position.
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Emptying Tank
Use special care when emptying heavily loaded tanks. Your Wet/Dry Vacuum may be emptied of
liquid waste by removing the tank cover. To empty, switch off the vac and remove the plug from
the wall receptacle. Remove the tank cover and empty the tank.
Note:
For those models with a drain plug, tank can be emptied by removing drain cap and
draining liquid waste into a suitable drain.
Maintenance
Be sure to disconnect power supply before attempting to service or remove any
components.
Storage
Before storing the vacuum cleaner, always empty and clean the tank. Never allow liquids to sit
in the tank for any extended period of time.
Always store the vacuum cleaner indoors.
Lubrication
No lubrication is necessary as the motor is equipped with lifetime lubricated bearings.
Service
Do not attempt to service your Shop-Vac® wet/dry vacuum cleaner beyond that described in
this manual. Refer all other servicing to a qualified service center.
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.
Nozzles and Accessories
Accessories, Hoses and Wands
Wands
Hoses
All Shop-Vac
®
vacuums covered in this manual come with
accessories to cover wet and dry cleanup jobs. Not all vacs
include all accessories shown.
Deluxe 12" (30.48cm) Nozzle
Inserts snap-in and out.
Elbow swivels.
All Friction Fit
Accessories
Insert wand end or hose
into accessory and twist to
form a tight fit.
14" (35.56cm) ABS Plastic
Master Nozzle
Inserts lock into place by
sliding red buttons. Elbow swivels.
Lock
Lock
Floor
Brush
Insert
Double
Blade
Squeegee
Insert
Carpet
Tool
Insert
(1.25" (3.18cm)
utility nozzle
shown)
14" (35.56cm) Metal
Master Nozzle
Inserts lock into place by
sliding insert onto nozzle.
All Friction Fit Wands
Insert wand ends together
and twist to form a tight fit.
Positive Locking Wands
Insert wand ends together
until metal push button locks.
Locking Nut Wand End
Insert wand end over nozzle
and tighten nut.
Dual Surface Selector Nozzle
Levers control brush position for
various types of cleaning.
All Friction Fit Hoses
Insert machine hose end into
tank and twist to form a
tight fit.
Posi-Lock Hoses
Insert hose collar onto
threaded tank inlet and
tighten.
Brush Insert Shown
Carpet
Tool
Insert
Squeegee
Insert
Nozzles and Accessories
Accessories, Hoses and Wands
Wands
Hoses
All Shop-Vac
®
vacuums covered in this manual come with
accessories to cover wet and dry cleanup jobs. Not all vacs
include all accessories shown.
Deluxe 12" (30.48cm) Nozzle
Inserts snap-in and out.
Elbow swivels.
All Friction Fit
Accessories
Insert wand end or hose
into accessory and twist to
form a tight fit.
14" (35.56cm) ABS Plastic
Master Nozzle
Inserts lock into place by
sliding red buttons. Elbow swivels.
Lock
Lock
Floor
Brush
Insert
Double
Blade
Squeegee
Insert
Carpet
Tool
Insert
(1.25" (3.18cm)
utility nozzle
shown)
14" (35.56cm) Metal
Master Nozzle
Inserts lock into place by
sliding insert onto nozzle.
All Friction Fit Wands
Insert wand ends together
and twist to form a tight fit.
Positive Locking Wands
Insert wand ends together
until metal push button locks.
Locking Nut Wand End
Insert wand end over nozzle
and tighten nut.
Dual Surface Selector Nozzle
Levers control brush position for
various types of cleaning.
All Friction Fit Hoses
Insert machine hose end into
tank and twist to form a
tight fit.
Posi-Lock Hoses
Insert hose collar onto
threaded tank inlet and
tighten.
Brush Insert Shown
Carpet
Tool
Insert
Squeegee
Insert
Nozzles and Accessories
Accessories, Hoses and Wands
Wands
Hoses
All Shop-Vac
®
vacuums covered in this manual come with
accessories to cover wet and dry cleanup jobs. Not all vacs
include all accessories shown.
Deluxe 12" (30.48cm) Nozzle
Inserts snap-in and out.
Elbow swivels.
All Friction Fit
Accessories
Insert wand end or hose
into accessory and twist to
form a tight fit.
14" (35.56cm) ABS Plastic
Master Nozzle
Inserts lock into place by
sliding red buttons. Elbow swivels.
Lock
Lock
Floor
Brush
Insert
Double
Blade
Squeegee
Insert
Carpet
Tool
Insert
(1.25" (3.18cm)
utility nozzle
shown)
14" (35.56cm) Metal
Master Nozzle
Inserts lock into place by
sliding insert onto nozzle.
All Friction Fit Wands
Insert wand ends together
and twist to form a tight fit.
Positive Locking Wands
Insert wand ends together
until metal push button locks.
Locking Nut Wand End
Insert wand end over nozzle
and tighten nut.
Dual Surface Selector Nozzle
Levers control brush position for
various types of cleaning.
All Friction Fit Hoses
Insert machine hose end into
tank and twist to form a
tight fit.
Posi-Lock Hoses
Insert hose collar onto
threaded tank inlet and
tighten.
Brush Insert Shown
Carpet
Tool
Insert
Squeegee
Insert
ACCESSORIES, HOSES AND WANDS
All Shop-Vac
®
vacuums covered in this manual come with accessories to cover wet and dry cleanup jobs. Not all vacs include all accessories shown.
Nozzles and Accessories
Accessories, Hoses and Wands
Wands
Hoses
All Shop-Vac
®
vacuums covered in this manual come with
accessories to cover wet and dry cleanup jobs. Not all vacs
include all accessories shown.
Deluxe 12" (30.48cm) Nozzle
Inserts snap-in and out.
Elbow swivels.
All Friction Fit
Accessories
Insert wand end or hose
into accessory and twist to
form a tight fit.
14" (35.56cm) ABS Plastic
Master Nozzle
Inserts lock into place by
sliding red buttons. Elbow swivels.
Lock
Lock
Floor
Brush
Insert
Double
Blade
Squeegee
Insert
Carpet
Tool
Insert
(1.25" (3.18cm)
utility nozzle
shown)
14" (35.56cm) Metal
Master Nozzle
Inserts lock into place by
sliding insert onto nozzle.
All Friction Fit Wands
Insert wand ends together
and twist to form a tight fit.
Positive Locking Wands
Insert wand ends together
until metal push button locks.
Locking Nut Wand End
Insert wand end over nozzle
and tighten nut.
Dual Surface Selector Nozzle
Levers control brush position for
various types of cleaning.
All Friction Fit Hoses
Insert machine hose end into
tank and twist to form a
tight fit.
Posi-Lock Hoses
Insert hose collar onto
threaded tank inlet and
tighten.
Brush Insert Shown
Carpet
Tool
Insert
Squeegee
Insert
Nozzles and Accessories
Accessories, Hoses and Wands
Wands
Hoses
All Shop-Vac
®
vacuums covered in this manual come with
accessories to cover wet and dry cleanup jobs. Not all vacs
include all accessories shown.
Deluxe 12" (30.48cm) Nozzle
Inserts snap-in and out.
Elbow swivels.
All Friction Fit
Accessories
Insert wand end or hose
into accessory and twist to
form a tight fit.
14" (35.56cm) ABS Plastic
Master Nozzle
Inserts lock into place by
sliding red buttons. Elbow swivels.
Lock
Lock
Floor
Brush
Insert
Double
Blade
Squeegee
Insert
Carpet
Tool
Insert
(1.25" (3.18cm)
utility nozzle
shown)
14" (35.56cm) Metal
Master Nozzle
Inserts lock into place by
sliding insert onto nozzle.
All Friction Fit Wands
Insert wand ends together
and twist to form a tight fit.
Positive Locking Wands
Insert wand ends together
until metal push button locks.
Locking Nut Wand End
Insert wand end over nozzle
and tighten nut.
Dual Surface Selector Nozzle
Levers control brush position for
various types of cleaning.
All Friction Fit Hoses
Insert machine hose end into
tank and twist to form a
tight fit.
Posi-Lock Hoses
Insert hose collar onto
threaded tank inlet and
tighten.
Brush Insert Shown
Carpet
Tool
Insert
Squeegee
Insert
Nozzles and Accessories
Accessories, Hoses and Wands
Wands
Hoses
All Shop-Vac
®
vacuums covered in this manual come with
accessories to cover wet and dry cleanup jobs. Not all vacs
include all accessories shown.
Deluxe 12" (30.48cm) Nozzle
Inserts snap-in and out.
Elbow swivels.
All Friction Fit
Accessories
Insert wand end or hose
into accessory and twist to
form a tight fit.
14" (35.56cm) ABS Plastic
Master Nozzle
Inserts lock into place by
sliding red buttons. Elbow swivels.
Lock
Lock
Floor
Brush
Insert
Double
Blade
Squeegee
Insert
Carpet
Tool
Insert
(1.25" (3.18cm)
utility nozzle
shown)
14" (35.56cm) Metal
Master Nozzle
Inserts lock into place by
sliding insert onto nozzle.
All Friction Fit Wands
Insert wand ends together
and twist to form a tight fit.
Positive Locking Wands
Insert wand ends together
until metal push button locks.
Locking Nut Wand End
Insert wand end over nozzle
and tighten nut.
Dual Surface Selector Nozzle
Levers control brush position for
various types of cleaning.
All Friction Fit Hoses
Insert machine hose end into
tank and twist to form a
tight fit.
Posi-Lock Hoses
Insert hose collar onto
threaded tank inlet and
tighten.
Brush Insert Shown
Carpet
Tool
Insert
Squeegee
Insert
Nozzles and Accessories
Note:
When using 1.5" (3.8cm) accessories, adapter
may be needed to attach accessory to hose end.
