Vacmaster VF409, Operator'S Manual

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Installing Foam Wet Filter
1. Verify that the power cord is disconnected from the outlet. (fig. 1)
2. Remove power head and place in upside down position. Follow instructions to remove cartridge
filter.
3. Carefully slide foam wet filter down over the filter cage making sure the cage is completely
covered. (fig. 2 & 3)
4. Place the power head onto the collection tank.
Cleaning Foam Wet Filter
1. With the removed power head in an upside down position, carefully remove foam wet filter. (fig.
4)
2. Use a mild soap and water solution to wash foam wet filter and rinse with clean water. (fig. 5)
3. Allow filter to air dry 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) Collection tank full. 3) Empty collection tank.
Dust comes from motor cover. 1) The dust filter is missing or
damaged.
1) Attach or replace dust filter.
Reduced efficiency and motor/
speed vibration.
1) There is a blockage in the
nozzle or hose, or the
collection tank inlet. Or dust
filter blocked by fine dust.
1) Check nozzle, hose and
collection tank inlets for
blockage. Take off the filter
and clean it or install a new
filter.