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RY-VACUUM OPERATION

11.  Place the power head back on the tank, aligning the top section with the 

        and pre-filter. Do not use a dust bag when wet vacuuming. (fig. 13) See page 
       10 for filter installation.

       latches, and hook the latches. (fig. 14)

12.  Insert the locking end of the hose into the vacuum port and turn to lock in
       to place. (fig. 15) 
13.  Choose the desired accessories and push onto the suction tube. (fig. 16)

WARNING:

IF FILTERS ARE CONTAMINATED OR HAVE BEEN USED, THEY MUST BE

DISPOSED OF PROPERLY, PRIOR TO PERFORMING WET VACUUMING OPERATIONS.

DRY VACUUMING

WARNING:

BE SURE TO READ,UNDERSTAND,AND APPLY INFORMATION, TITLED 

‘SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS & WARNINGS’. DO NOT VACUUM IN AREAS WITH FLAMMABLE 
GASES, VAPORS, OR EXPLOSIVE DUSTS IN THE AIR. 
FLAMMABLE GASES OR VAPORS INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO; 

This vacuum cleaner can be used for lead renovation work under the US EPA 
Lead Renovation Repair and Painting rule. It can be used to pick up 
materials like sawdust and gravel, as well as the ultra fine materials like 
drywall dust and cold fireplace ash.

 CAUTION:

                              This vacuum cleaner has been specifically designed to 
clean up hazardous dust. Special filters reduce the incidence of airborne 
dust that would be created by other methods of cleaning.
During the removal of hazardous dust, DO NOT sweep, scoop, shovel or in
any manner handle other than by vacuuming. DO NOT at any time attempt
to remove, substitute or by any other means modify the filters in the 
vacuum cleaner.
Use only manufacturer’s approved vacuum filters and filters bags. Before
attempting to use or before cleaning with this vacuum cleaner, be sure that 
you fully understand the instructions for setting up or cleaning/changing 
filters.

UNPACKING YOUR WET AND DRY VACUUM CLEANER & GENERAL 
ASSEMBLY

  1.  Verify that the power cord is disconnected from the power socket.  (fig. 1)
  2.  Undo the latches.  (fig. 2) 
  3.  Lift the power head off the tank.  (fig. 3)
  4.  Remove the contents from inside the tank, make sure you have all contents 
       as listed on page 4. (fig. 4)
  5.  Turn the tank upside down and insert the two caster feet into the front slots 
       on the base.  Apply downward pressure to each caster. Casters will "snap" 
       into place when installed properly. 
       Verify that the casters are mounted correctly.  (fig. 5)
  6.  Insert the wheel axle  into the base.  Insert washer onto the axle followed 
       by rear wheel and insert washer again. Insert the ‘R’ pin into the hole on
       the end of the axle to retain the wheel.  Snap the hub cap on to the wheel.
       Repeat the same steps at the other end of the axle. (fig. 6)
  7.  Spread the push / pull main handle. Spin the power cable hook to fix the 
       handle in place. (fig. 7)
  8.  Your vacuum cleaner comes ready for dry vacuum cleaning. If HEPA filter 
       and pre-filter are not installed refer to page 9 for filter installation. (fig. 8 
       & 9)

  9.  Fit collection bag flange onto the inlet stub, taking care not to damage 
       the bag. (fig. 12)
10.  For wet vacuum cleaning, remove the pre-filter, HEPA cartridge filter and 
       collection bag, install the supplied foam filter instead of the cartridge filter 

Summary of Contents for VK1638SWC

Page 1: ...VK1638SWC 1600W 38L VK1638SWC WET DRY VACUUM CLEANER IPX4...

Page 2: ...EPAFilter And Pre filter Installing Cleaning Foam Sleeve Filter When To Change Filters Troubleshooting Thank you for purchasing this Vacmaster vacuum cleaner With Vacmaster you are obtaining a high qu...

Page 3: ...s cigarettes matches or hot ashes Keep cord away from heated surfaces Do not expose to rain Store indoors Use insulating gloves an earth connector connected to the steel container or any other protect...

Page 4: ...ely small particles may pass through the filter always wear appropriate protective safety equipment 4 UNPACKING AND CHECKING CARTON CONTENTS Remove entire contents of carton Check each item against th...

Page 5: ...supplied with a certified HEPA filter that has been lot tested by an independent lab to IEST RP CC001 to show that it meets the United States Environmental Protection Agency s definition of a HEPA va...

Page 6: ...te or by any other means modify the filters in the vacuum cleaner Use only manufacturer s approved vacuum filters and filters bags Before attempting to use or before cleaning with this vacuum cleaner...

Page 7: ...uming flip the switch to the O OFF position and unplug the power cord from the power socket I ON II ON OFF with a power tool Middle position OFF WARNING IF FILTERS ARE CONTAMINATED OR HAVE BEEN USED T...

Page 8: ...WET VACUUMING 1 Fit the desired nozzle to the vacuum cleaner hose fig 3 2 Verify that the switch is in the O OFF position before plugging the power cord into the power socket fig 4 3 Turn the motor on...

Page 9: ...filter over the lower end cap Tighten the band clamp on the pre filter with a screwdriver to ensure proper installation fig 4 5 Removing HEPA Filter And Pre filter 1 Loosen the band clamp on the pre f...

Page 10: ...le Place closed collection bag in an approved poly bag or container marked with HAZARDOUS MATERIAL warning and dispose in accordance with your local Hazardous Waste Regulations Change the pre filter T...

Page 11: ...DUST BAGS FILTERS ACCESSORIES always available from cleva uk com VK1638SWC...

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