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Automatic Suction Shut-Off
NOTE: The unit must be used in the upright position at all times, otherwise the automatic suction shut-off will activate. The automatic
suction shut-off functions when the tank fills with liquid. As the tank fills, the ball float ( inside the cage ) rises until it seats itself against the
bottom of the intermediate cover. This shuts off the suction of the vacuum cleaner when the tank is full.
Remote Start Controls (Models DVRS-5)
Wireless remote
start plug
0 – Off
I – Continuous run mode.
No power to outlet
II – Automatic mode. Power is
supplied to outlet, vacuum will
start when tool activates.
Power cord
Vacuum outlet
HOW TO USE
Extension cord instructions:
Use an outdoor, grounding type SJT extension cord of 16 gauge (up to 35 feet ) or 14 gauge ( any length ). The extension cord must
employ a 3-prong grounding type plug and a 3-pole recep tacle that accepts the machine plug.
Filters
Do not operate cleaner without filters in place. To assure that your cleaner operates at peak performance, it is imperative that you use only
genuine Sioux Tools filters.
Regular Wet/Dry Vacuum Filters
Primary and secondary filters should be held in place by their respective band clamps. There should not be any puckers or wrinkles that
will allow dust to travel through or suction will be reduced. Micro Prefilter - Part # MV-52 is provided with each vacuum. Packages of 2 are
available to purchase.
HEPA Filters:
It is recommended to use part # MV-52 micro prefilter with your vacuum. Micro Prefilters part # MV-52 are available. They are
recommended to be used on any fine dust application such as sanding drywall. This is a disposable bag and should be thrown away when
full.
How to Clean Filters:
Special note for HEPA filters: All HEPA filters should be discarded after use, no attempt to clean filters should be made.
Turn the unit off then remove the brass agitator rod cover from the top of the cleaner lid. The agitator rod will be exposed. Lift the agitator
rod about 1/2 inch and rock from side to side. The lid acts as a pivot point for the filter support basket, located underneath the lid. The
rocking motion of the basket agitates the primary filter to knock off the layer of dust that has accumulated. This will make the suction
resume. After a period of time, when suction is reduced and cleaning the filters with the agitator rod is not sufficient, the filters may be
replaced or laundered and reused.
Micro Prefilters are disposable and will hold 20-30 lbs. of dust.
How toReplace Filters:
Regular Wet/Dry Vacuum Filter assembly:
Turn vacuum lid upside down on a flat surface. Place the small, white secondary filter over the spring mounted cage on the
underneath side of the lid. Gently push the filter all the way on and compress the springs, then let off all pressure allowing the
cage to push the filter back out into a relaxed position. Secure filter firmly with the 7’’ band clamp to the lid so particles are not
allowed to go through to the motor. Use a flat blade screwdriver for this clamp
Take the filter support basket with agitator rod and turn it upside down. Put the agitator rod through the hole in the lid. The filter
support basket rests on top of the secondary filter with the agitator rod through the lid hole.
Place the primary filter over the filter support basket and secondary filter. The side seam of the larger primary filter should
line up with the filter support basket agitator rod and the filter is then put around the large lip on the under neath side of the lid
and secured into place smoothly with the 10’’ band clamp. There should not be any wrinkles in the fabric as they will affect the
functioning of the filters. The filter support basket is suspended between the two filters and the agitator rod extends through
the top of the lid. Use a flat blade screwdriver for this clamp.
Turn right side up and screw the brass agitator rod cover into the top of the lid - only finger tight!! Do not over tighten.
HEPA Wet/Dry Vacuum Filter assembly:
The HEPA Filter is placed over the crosspiece stud. The threads will protrude through the hole in the middle of the HEPA filter.
Slide the provided rubber washer (part # MV-41) over the threads of the stud with the rubber side against the HEPA Filter.
Screw down the wing nut (part # MV-48) and slightly compress the rubber washer. It will compress about 1/2 of its original
thickness. Next place the HEPA Filter Cover Support on top of the HEPA filter and finally place the HEPA Filter Cover over the
filter and cover. Attach the filter cover with the 10” band clamp using a flat blade screwdriver.
Turn right side up and screw the brass agitator rod cover into the top of the lid - only finger tight!! Do not over tighten. This part
must be in place to maintain suction.
