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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS & WARNINGS

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

SAVE THIS MANUAL

WARNING:  

FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

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

READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS VACUUM.  

Read and understand this operator'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.

When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed 

including the following:

•  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 powder.   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 appliance is not working 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 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.

•  Unplug before connecting hose.

•  Use only as described in this manual.   Use only manufacturer’s recommended attachments.

•  This appliance is provided with double insulation.   Use only identical replacement parts.   See 

“DOUBLE INSULATION INSTRUCTIONS”.

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.

•  Use safety goggles.

Household Type

Summary of Contents for VJH1211PF 1101

Page 1: ...ark 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 Operator s Manual Wet Dry Vacuum 12 Gallon Model No VJH1211PF 1101 ...

Page 2: ...ster 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 state For product service call C...

Page 3: ...t 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 not use or store near hazardous materials Do not use this Wet Dry Vac with a torn filter ...

Page 4: ...fine dust filter To purchase the additional fine dust filters call 1 866 384 8432 or get them at your local or online Vacmaster retailer CAUTION TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY FROM MOVING PARTS UNPLUG BEFORE SERVICING DOUBLE INSULATED GROUNDING NOT REQUIRED WHEN SERVICING USE ONLY IDENTICAL REPLACEMENT PARTS WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT EXPOSE TO RAIN STORE INDOORS WARNING SER...

Page 5: ... Vacmaster com PARA SU SEGURIDAD Lea y entienda este manual antes de usar Guarde este manual para futura referencia 12 Galones N de Modelo VJH1211PF 0201 MANUAL DEL USUARIO Aspiradoras Mojado Seco UNPACKING CHECKING CARTON CONTENTS Key Description Qty A Vac Assembly 1 B Hose 1 C Extension Wands 2 D Utility Nozzle 1 E Crevice Tool 1 F Floor Nozzle 1 G Foam Wet Filter 1 H Cartridge Filter 1 I 4 Scre...

Page 6: ... is secured in place Fig 6a 6d 7 Your vacuum comes ready for dry vacuum cleaning For installation instructions see page 11 8 For wet vacuum cleaning install the supplied foam wet filter See page 12 for filter installation 9 Place the power head back on the collection tank and secure into place using the 2 side latches Fig 7 8 10 Insert the locking end of the hose into the port on the collection ta...

Page 7: ...the power switch to the O OFF position and unplug the power cord from the outlet O OFF I ON DO NOT USE THE CARTRIDGE FILTER FOR LIQUID VACUUMING DO NOT USE DUST BAG FOR LIQUID VACUUMING DRY VACUUM OPERATION WARNING BE SURE TO READ UNDERSTAND AND APPLY INFORMATION ENTITLED SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNINGS DO NOT VACUUM IN AREAS WITH FLAMMABLE GASES VAPORS OR EXPLOSIVE DUSTS IN THE AIR FLAMMABLE GASES O...

Page 8: ...e Fig 2 4 Verify that the power switch is in the O OFF position before plugging the power cord into the outlet Fig 3 5 Turn the motor on by pressing the switch to the I ON position Fig 4 6 Once you have completed vacuuming flip the power switch to the O OFF position and unplug the power cord from the outlet 7 After use empty the collection tank by unscrewing the drain cap Drain liquids into a suit...

Page 9: ...y before using as a blower 3 Remove hose from the vacuum port Remove noise diffuser from blower port 4 Insert the larger end of the hose into the blower port on the back side of the power head and lock into place Fig 2 5 Fit the desired attachment to the hose Fig 3 6 Verify that the power switch is in the O OFF position before plugging the power cord into the outlet Fig 4 5 7 Before turning ON the...

Page 10: ... attachments and power cord to verify that they have not been damaged 7 Place power head on collection tank and secure latches IMPORTANT Clean or change the cartridge filter regularly for best performance ALWAYS USE CARTRIDGE FILTER FOR DRY VACUUMING If the machine is used without the cartridge filter the motor will burn out and the warranty will be voided Always keep spare filters on hand NOTICE ...

Page 11: ...artridge 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 new filter as above in steps 2 and 3 of Installing Cartridge Filter 5 Wet filters should be removed and allowed to air dry for 24 hours before installing onto the filter ...

Page 12: ...ver 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 INSTAL...

Page 13: ... repaired by a professional 3 Collection tank full 3 Empty collection tank Dust comes out 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 hose or the collection tank inlet The cartridge filter is clogged by dry dust 1 Check nozzle hose and c o l l e c t i o n t a n k ...

Page 14: ...14 EXPLODED VIEW ...

Page 15: ...llection Tank 1 6 551006107 Vaccum Port Assembly 1 7 551006106 Vacuum Port Cover 1 8 551002110 Drain Cap Assembly 1 9 551006109 Caster Foot Assembly 4 10 551004104 Filter Retainer 1 11 VCFF Cartridge Filter 1 12 551060104 EVA Hose 1 13 V2EW Extension Wands 2 14 V2FBS Floor Nozzle 1 15 V2CT Crevice Tool 1 16 V2UN Utility Nozzle 1 17 VFF51 Foam Wet Filter 1 ...

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