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DOUBLE INSULATION INSTRUCTIONS

EXTENSION CORDS

This Wet/Dry Vac is double-insulated, eliminating the need for a separate grounding system.  Use 

only identical replacements parts.  Read the instructions for Servicing Double-Insulated Wet/Dry 

Vacs before servicing.  Use this Wet/Dry Vac as described in this manual.  Observe the following 

warnings that appear on the motor housing of your Wet/Dry Vac.

When using an extension cord with your Wet/Dry Vac refer to the following table to determine 

the required A.W.G. wire size.  Before using the vacuum cleaner, make sure the power cord and 

extension cord are in good working condition.  Make repairs or replacements before using the 

vacuum cleaner.  Only use extension cords that are rated for outdoor use.

• DO NOT use without filters in place.

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY FROM MOVING PARTS, UNPLUG BEFORE 

SERVICING.

CAUTION:

Do not vacuum drywall dust or fireplace soot or ash with standard Wet/Dry filter.  This is a very fine 

dust which will not be captured by the filter and may cause damage to motor.  When vacuuming 

fine dust use a fine dust filter (sold separately).

DOUBLE INSULATED - GROUNDING NOT REQUIRED - WHEN SERVICING USE 

ONLY IDENTICAL REPLACEMENT PARTS.

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE TO RAIN.  

STORE INDOORS.

WARNING:

Length of Extension Cord

A.W.G. Wire Size

Not recommended

25 Feet 

 7.5 Meters

50 Feet   

  15.25 Meters

100 Feet 

   30.5 Meters

150 Feet  

  45.7 Meters 

110V-120V

Amps

0-6

7-10

11-12

13-16

18
18
16
14

16
16
16
12

16
14
14

14
12
12

WARNING:

                   

WITH A DOUBLE-INSULATED WET/DRY VACUUM, TWO SYSTEMS OF INSULATION ARE

PROVIDED INSTEAD OF GROUNDING.  NO GROUNDING MEANS IS PROVIDED ON A

DOUBLE-INSULATED APPLIANCE, NOR SHOULD A MEANS FOR GROUNDING BE ADDED.

SERVICING A DOUBLE INSULATED WET/DRY VACUUM REQUIRES EXTREME CARE AND

KNOWLEDGE OF THE SYSTEM, AND SHOULD BE DONE ONLY BY QUALIFIED SERVICE

PERSONNEL.  REPLACEMENT PARTS FOR A DOUBLE-INSULATED WET/DRY VACUUM

MUST BE IDENTICAL TO THE PARTS THEY REPLACE.  YOUR DOUBLE-INSULATED

WET/DRY VAC IS MARKED WITH THE WORDS ‘DOUBLE INSULATED’ AND THE SYMBOL

     (SQUARE WITHIN A SQUARE) MAY ALSO BE MARKED ON THE APPLIANCE.

SERVICING OF DOUBLE-INSULATED WET/DRY VACUUM

Summary of Contents for VF408

Page 1: ...ent Park Court Greenville SC 29607 Replacement Filters Accessories available at Vacmaster com FOR YOUR SAFETY Read and understand this manual before use Keep this manual for future reference 4 Gallon Model No VF408 Operator s Manual Wet Dry Vacuum ...

Page 2: ...ty durable product This Vacmaster product carries a limited two 2 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 Please keep your receipt as proof of purchase This warranty gives you specific legal rights which may vary from state to sta...

Page 3: ...orking as it should has been dropped damaged left outdoors or dropped into water return it to a service center Do not pull or carry by cord use cord as handle close a door on cord or pull cord around sharp edges or corners Do not run Wet Dry Vac over cord Do not handle plug or the Wet Dry Vac with wet hands To reduce the risk of health hazards from vapors or dusts do not vacuum toxic materials Do ...

Page 4: ...will not be captured by the filter and may cause damage to motor When vacuuming fine dust use a fine dust filter sold separately DOUBLE INSULATED GROUNDING NOT REQUIRED WHEN SERVICING USE ONLY IDENTICAL REPLACEMENT PARTS TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT EXPOSE TO RAIN STORE INDOORS WARNING Length of Extension Cord A W G Wire Size Not recommended 25 Feet 7 5 Meters 50 Feet 15 25 Meters 1...

Page 5: ...ist Description Vac Assembly Hose 2 in 1 Utility Nozzle Round Dust Brush Crevice Tool Multi Surface Floor Nozzle Cartridge Filter Filter Retainer Foam Wet Filter Accessory Storage Caddy Extension Wand Hose Storage Rack HEPA Filter Door HEPA Filter Casters Rear Wheels Handle 4 Screws Bag Operator s Manual Key A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S Qty 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 3 2 1 1 2 2 1 1 1 Cord Rewin...

Page 6: ...cuum cleaning install the supplied foam filter fig 10 For installation instructions see page 10 9 Place the power head back on the collection tank aligning the top section with the latches and snap into place fig 11 10 Insert the handle into the slots located on the top of the power head and secure it with the screws provided Do not over tighten the screws fig 12 11 Hang the tool caddy onto the ho...

Page 7: ... filter retainer on top of cartridge filter and tighten by turning the retainer handle clockwise fig 3 4 Optional For improved dust filtering fit collection bag flange onto the inlet port taking care not to damage the bag Dust bag sold separately fig 4 5 Place the power head back on the collection tank aligning the top section with the latches and lock into place fig 5 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS DRY V...

Page 8: ... see page 10 DO NOT USE THE CARTRIDGE FILTER FOR LIQUID VACUUMING OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS WET VACUUMING 3 Fit the desired extension wands or nozzle to the vacuum hose fig 3 4 Verify that the switch is in the O OFF position before plugging the power cord into the outlet fig 4 5 5 Turn the motor on by flipping the switch to the I ON position fig 6 6 After use flip the switch to the O OFF position and...

Page 9: ... will be voided Always keep spare filters on hand NOTICE The filters included are made of high quality materials designed to stop small dust particles The cartridge filter should be used for dry pick up only A dry cartridge filter is necessary to pick up dust If the cartridge filter is wet it will clog quickly and be very difficult to clean Handle the filter carefully when removing it for cleaning...

Page 10: ...rushing dirt off Cleaning should not be done indoors in living areas For optimal performance a new filter is recommended 4 Install cleaned or new filter as instructed above in steps 1 4 of Installing Cartridge Filter 5 Wet filters should be removed and allowed to air dry for 24 hours before installing onto the filter cage Installing and Cleaning HEPA Filter 1 Verify that the power cord is disconne...

Page 11: ...ry before installing and using again INSTALLING CLEANING FOAM WET FILTER TROUBLESHOOTING WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK UNPLUG BEFORE TROUBLESHOOTING Symptom Possible Causes Corrective Action Vacuum will not operate 1 No power supply 1 Check power supply cord breakers fuses 2 Faulty power cord 2 Unplug and check the power cord If damaged have it repaired by a professional 3 Collectio...

Page 12: ...12 EXPLODED VIEW ...

Page 13: ...ear Wheel Assembly A 1 9 551009108 Front Casters 2 10 551009109 Rear Wheel Assembly B 1 11 551003109 1 1 4 Extension Wand 3 12 551004115 1 1 4 Multi Surface Floor Nozzle 1 13 551004114 1 1 4 Crevice Tool 1 14 551004116 1 1 4 Round Dust Brush 1 15 551004113 1 1 4 2 in 1 Utility Nozzle 1 16 551009110 Hose 1 17 551001112 Accessory Storage Caddy 1 18 551009111 Foam Wet Filter 1 19 551009104 Cartridge ...

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