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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

 

Read and understand all instructions before using this vacuum  

Read and understand this owner’s manual and all labels on the Wet/Dry Vacuum cleaner before operating. 
Safety is a combination of common sense, staying alert and knowing how your vacuum works. Use this 
Wet/Dry Vac only as described in this manual. To reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to your 
Wet/Dry Vac, use only Vacmaster™ recommended accessories. 
 

For Household Use Only. 

 

SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

 

 

WARNING

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR INJURY: 

• 

Do not

 

run vac unattended. 

• 

Do not vacuum, or use this Wet/Dry Vac near flammable liquids, gases, or explosive vapors like gasoline 

or other fuels, lighter fluids, cleaners, oil-based paints, natural gas, hydrogen, or explosive dusts like coal 
dust, magnesium dust, grain dust, or gun power.  Sparks inside the motor can ignite flammable vapors or 
dust. 

• 

Do not vacuum anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes. 

• 

Keep cord away from heated surfaces. 

• 

Do not expose to rain. Store indoors. 

• 

Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord. 

• 

Do not use with damaged cord, plug or other parts. 

• 

If your Wet/Dry Vac is not working as it should, has missing parts, has been dropped or damaged, left 

outdoors or dropped into water, return it to an independent 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 not use or store near hazardous materials. 

• 

Do not use this Wet/Dry Vac with a torn filter or without the filter installed except when vacuuming liquids 

as described in the operation section of this manual. 

• 

Do not

 

allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used by or near children. 

• 

To reduce the risk of injury from accidental starting, unplug power cord before changing or cleaning filter. 

• 

Do not leave Wet/Dry Vac unattended when plugged in.  Unplug from outlet when not in use and before  

  servicing.   

Turn off Wet/Dry Vac before unplugging. 

• 

Do not put any object into ventilation openings. Do not vacuum 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 falls, use extra care when cleaning on stairs. 

 

When using as blower: 

• Direct air discharge only at work area.  
• Do not use Wet/Dry Vac as a sprayer. 
• Do not direct air at bystanders. 
• Keep children away when blowing. 
• Wear safety goggles. 
 
 
 

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS & WARNINGS 

Summary of Contents for VJ1211P

Page 1: ...al 12 Gallon 14 Gallon Model No VJ1211P VJ1412P FOR YOUR SAFETY Read and understand this manual before use Keep this manual for future reference VJ72BZ 20 60 02 www vacmaster com Cleva North America 44 Parkway Commons Greer SC 29650 ...

Page 2: ...tal use a 90 day limited warranty will apply Warranty does not apply to defects due to direct or indirect abuse negligence misuse accidents repairs or alterations and lack of maintenance Please keep your receipt as proof of purchase This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary form state to state For product service call Customer Service at 866 384 8432 TA...

Page 3: ...ropped or damaged left outdoors or dropped into water return it to an independent 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 not use or sto...

Page 4: ...RE 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 I...

Page 5: ... Air Regulator Handle I Extension Wands J Crevice Nozzle K Floor Squeegee L Cartridge Filter M Filter Retainer N Foam Sleeve O Rear Wheel P Hub Cap Q R Lock Pin R Washer S Wheel Shaft T Accessory Pouch U Push Pull Handle V Rear Support Block W Hose Holder X Brush Nozzle Y Operator s Manual NOTE The hose and accessories for these vacuums are 2 5 diameter UNPACKING AND CHECKING CARTON CONTENTS 1 1 1...

Page 6: ... R locking pin Q into the hole on the end of the shaft to lock the wheel Snap the hub cap P on to the wheel Repeat the same steps at the other end of the shaft figure 7a and 7b 8 Insert the push pull main handle into the handle socket mounted on the tank body Push down until the locking pins click in place figure 8 9 Your vacuum comes ready for dry vacuum cleaning If cartridge filter is not instal...

Page 7: ...T DO NOT VACUUM TOXIC MATERIALS 1 Verify that the power cord is disconnected from the outlet fig 1 2 In order to prepare your vacuum for dry vacuuming verify that the cartridge filter is securely mounted Make sure the filter is pushed in until it stops against the power head fig 2 Your Wet Dry Vac comes with the cartridge filter pre installed if not see page 10 for installation instructions 3 Plac...

Page 8: ...NG 3 Fit the desired 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 Turn the motor on by flipping the switch to the I ON position fig 5 6 After use empty the container by unscrewing the drain cap Drain liquids into a suitable receptacle or drain Remember to refit the drain cap to the container after draining ...

Page 9: ...ose fig 4 7 Ensure the power switch is in the O OFF position and plug in the power supply fig 5 8 Before turning on the vac firmly hold loose end of the hose Turn the motor on by flipping the switch to the I ON position fig 6 1 Verify that the power cord is disconnected from the outlet fig 1 2 Disconnect the hose from the vacuum fig 2 3 Undo the latches and remove the power head from the container...

Page 10: ... tighten fig 4 5 Removing and Cleaning Cartridge Filter 1 Unlock and remove the filter retainer by tuning retainer handle counter clockwise 2 Carefully hold and pull the cartridge filter up for removal fig 6 3 Clean the cartridge filter by gently tapping or brushing dirt off Cleaning should not be done indoors in living areas For optimal performance a new filter is recommended 4 Install cleaned or...

Page 11: ...ged have it repaired by a professional 3 Container full 3 Empty container Dust comes from motor cover 1 The cartridge filter is missing or damaged 1 Attach or replace cartridge filter Reduced efficiency and motor speed vibration 1 There is a blockage in the nozzle or hose or the container inlet Or dust filter blocked by fine dust 1 Check nozzle hose and container inlets for blockage Take off the f...

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