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0321 IH-8903
DRY PICK-UP
1. Filter must always be in correct position to reduce
risk of leaks and possible damage to vacuum.
Ensure filter is completely covering the filter cage.
Ensure there are no gaps between the filter and
the lid. It is important to assemble the filter to the
cage without allowing any possible leaks or tears.
Any leaks will allow picked-up debris to be blown
out of blowing port and back into surrounding
environment.
2. When using vacuum to pick up very fine dust, it
will be necessary to empty dust tank and clean or
replace filter at more frequent intervals to maintain
peak vacuum performance.
NOTE: A dry filter is necessary to pick up dry
material. If using vacuum to pick up dust when
filter is wet, filter will clog quickly and be very
difficult to clean. If filter gets wet, replace it
before continuing to do dry pick-ups.
INSTALLING DISPOSABLE FILTER BAG
1. Filter bag may be used for additional filtration. Slide
cardboard collar opening firmly onto the vacuum
port deflector until it stops against the deflector wall.
2. Position bag so it is distributed around the inside of
the tank.
3. Replace and secure power head onto tank.
(See Figure 5)
WET PICK-UP
Cartridge filter must be positioned over filter cage while
vacuuming liquids. When picking up several tanks full
of liquid, cartridge filter will become saturated and
misting may appear in the exhaust air. At this time, dry
or replace cartridge filter to eliminate misting and
possible dripping of liquid around lid. After completing
a wet pick-up job, raise hose to drain any excess liquid
into tank before shutting off. Interior of tank should be
periodically cleaned.
1. Always disconnect plug from wall outlet before
removing power head. Place power head in an
upside down position. Remove cartridge filter by
sliding it up and off filter cage.
NOTE: Wet pick-up accessories should
be washed periodically, especially after
picking up wet, sticky accidents. This can be
accomplished with a warm solution of soap
and water.
2. Shake excess dust off cartridge filter with a rapid
up-and-down movement.
3. This wet/dry vacuum is equipped with a float
mechanism that will rise automatically to cut off
the airflow when the liquid in the tank reaches a
predetermined level. When this happens, turn off
vacuum, unplug the power cord, and empty the
dust tank. Float has shut the airflow off when suction
ceases and motor noise becomes higher in pitch
due to increased motor speed. The liquid capacity
may vary with rate of pick-up.
IMPORTANT: To reduce the risk of damage to
the vac, do not run motor with float in raised
position. (See Figure 6)
NOTE: If accidentally tipped over, vacuum
could have closed suction. If this occurs, place
vacuum in upright position and turn off switch.
This will allow the float to return to its normal
position, and unit will continue operation.
OPERATION CONTINUED
Float in
Raised
Position
Figure 6
Diposable
Filter Bag
Figure 5
