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• Do not leave Pump Accessory when 

plugged in. Unplug from outlet when 

not in use and before servicing.      

Turn off Pump Accessory before      

unplugging.

• To reduce the risk of injury from        

accidental starting, unplug power cord 

before changing or cleaning strainer.

• Do not put any object into ventilation 

openings. Do not operate pump with 

any ventilation openings blocked; 

keep free of dust, lint, hair or anything 

that may reduce air flow.

• Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and 

all parts of body away from openings 

and moving parts.

• To reduce the risk of eye injury, wear 

safety eyewear. The operation of 

any utility Vac or blower can result in 

foreign objects being blown into the 

eyes, which can result in severe eye 

damage.

CAUTION:

• To reduce the risk of hearing 

   damage, wear ear protectors when    

   using for extended hours or using 

   in a noisy area.

• For dusty operations, wear dust mask.

   Use this Pump Accessory only as  

   described in this manual.

   Observe the following warnings that 

   appear on the motor housing of your   

   Pump Accessory and GFCI housing.

!

WARNING: 

FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, READ AND UNDERSTAND OPERATOR’S 

MANUAL. DO NOT RUN UNATTENDED.  DO NOT PICK UP HOT ASHES, COALS, 
TOXIC, FLAMMABLE, OR OTHER HAZARDOUS MATERIALS. DO NOT USE AROUND 
EXPLOSIVE LIQUIDS OR VAPORS.

!

WARNING: 

To reduce the risk of electrocution, complete the following steps:
1)  Plug in receptacle.
2)  Press reset button. Indicator should be ON.
3)  Press test button. Indicator should be OFF.
4)  Press reset button for use. Do not use if test fails.

!

WARNING: 

• To reduce the risk of electrocution, do not use extension cord to connect GFCI to 
power receptacle.

!

WARNING: 

• To reduce the risk of electric shock, connect only to a properly grounded, 
   grounding-type receptacle.

• This pump is supplied with a 

   grounding conductor and 

   grounding-type attachment plug. 

   To reduce the risk of electric shock,  

   be certain that it is connected only 

   to a properly grounded, grounding   

   type receptacle.

• Test GFCI before each use.

• Do not allow Pump Accessory to be  

   used as a toy. Close attention is 

   necessary when used by or near      

   children.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS & WARNINGS

Summary of Contents for PE401

Page 1: ...PE401 FOR YOUR SAFETY Read and understand this manual before use Keep this manual for future reference www vacmaster com Cleva North America 601 Regent Park Court Greenville SC 29607 3084514 Conforms to UL Standard 1017 Certified to CSA STD C22 2 No 243 10 ...

Page 2: ...roducing a high quality durable product This Vacmaster product carries a limited one 1 year warranty against defects in workmanship and materials from date of purchase under normal household use If product is to be used for commercial industrial or rental use a 90 day limited warranty will apply Warranty does not apply to defects due to direct or indirect abuse negligence misuse accidents repairs ...

Page 3: ...mping flammable or combustible liquids gases or explosive dusts such as gasoline or other fuels lighter fluid cleaners oil based paints natural gas hydrogen coal dust magnesium dust grain dust or gun powder Keep cord away from heated surfaces Do not expose to rain For indoors use only Do not unplug by pulling on cord To unplug grasp the GFCI Ground Fault Circuit Interrupt plug not the cord Do not ...

Page 4: ...e the following warnings that appear on the motor housing of your Pump Accessory and GFCI housing WARNING FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY READ AND UNDERSTAND OPERATOR S MANUAL DO NOT RUN UNATTENDED DO NOT PICK UP HOT ASHES COALS TOXIC FLAMMABLE OR OTHER HAZARDOUS MATERIALS DO NOT USE AROUND EXPLOSIVE LIQUIDS OR VAPORS WARNING To reduce the risk of electrocution complete the following steps 1 Plug in receptacl...

Page 5: ... the adapter must be connected to a permanent ground such as a properly grounded outlet box cover Whenever the adapter is used it must be held in place by a metal screw Please consult a qualified electrician if there is question how to connect to a ground with a 2 prong outlet The pump should not be plugged into this outlet if it is not grounded WARNING Risk of electric shock This pump is supplied...

Page 6: ...elf with the following product and features and read the entire owner s manual for specific usage of your new Pump Accessory IMPORTANT NOTE Please Read This Manual Carefully Getting to Know Your Pump Pump Accessory Pump Outlet Drain Cap GFCI Plug Pump Inlet Cord Shut off Valve ON OFF Switch Adapter Strainer Familiarize yourself with the control and features of your Pump Accessory before operating ...

Page 7: ...igned to prohibit rotation of the pump after installation so proper alignment must be achieved before the coupler has been tightened 3 After the pump assembly is securely attached to the drain the shut off valve should be installed to the outlet of the pump and turned to the closed position Without this shut off valve installed liquid will leak through the pump outlet Connect a standard size garde...

Page 8: ...educe the risk of fire or explosion do not operate this vac in areas with flammable gases vapors or explosive dust in the air Flammable gases or vapors include but are not limited to lighter fluid solvent type cleaners oil base paints gasoline alcohol or aerosol sprays Explosive dusts include but are not limited to coal magnesium aluminum grain or gun powder Do not vacuum explosive dust flammable ...

Page 9: ...nded liquid until your Wet Dry Vac stops picking up the liquid or until all liquid is cleaned up 3 Turn your vac off allowing it to stop completely Position hose to the desired location to empty drum 5 To verify drum is mostly empty unplug the pump and vac remove vacuum powerhead and inspect the drum contents If liquid is still in drum see Troubleshooting section on page 11 NOTE Do not run pump dr...

Page 10: ...cloth dampened with warm water and mild soap Remove any excess water or debris with a dry cloth Cord Storage Wrap the cord up and use the attached hook loop strap to retain the cord Storing the Pump Accessory When not in use store your Pump Accessory in a cool dry location with the cord wrapped up using the supplied hook loop cord wrap The original Wet Dry Vac drain cap should then be installed on...

Page 11: ...let does not exceed 50 feet 1 Check GFCI see page 8 2 Make sure Pump Accessory is plugged in 3 Make sure switch is on 4 Check house circuit breaker fuse 1 Check fit on adapter 2 Check coupler fit and O ring 3 Check shut off valve fit and O ring 4 Check garden hose fit and make sure hose washer is in place 1 Unplug Pump Accessory 2 Check for blockage 3 If Pump Accessory continues to have an electri...

Page 12: ...1 7 PA01BZ 20 60 Owner s Manual 1 WARNING To reduce the risk of injury from electrical shock unplug power cord before servicing the Wet Dry Vac Pump Accessory 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 REPAIR PARTS PE401 Wet Dry Vac Pump Accessory Always order by part number not by key number Always mention the model number when ordering parts The model number is found on the serial plate located on the pump To order parts ca...

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