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Thank you for purchasing this Vacmaster

®

 wet/dry shampoo vacuum cleaner. Feel confident 

that with Vacmaster

®

 you are obtaining a high quality product engineered for optimal 

performance. This vacuum is capable of picking up liquids and dry materials.

FOR YOUR SAFETY: CAREFULLY READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS.

Warranty.........................................................................................................................................
Important Safety Instructions..........................................................................................................
Double Insulation Instructions........................................................................................................
Extension Cords.............................................................................................................................
Symbols.........................................................................................................................................
Unpacking & Checking Carton Contents........................................................................................
General Assembly Instructions.......................................................................................................
Dry Vacuum Operation...................................................................................................................
Liquid Vacuum Operation...............................................................................................................
Carpet/Upholstery Operation.........................................................................................................
Maintenance...................................................................................................................................
Installing & Cleaning Cartridge Filter..............................................................................................
Installing & Cleaning Foam Wet Filter............................................................................................
Cleaning & Replacing Exhaust Filter..............................................................................................
Changing the Battery.....................................................................................................................
Troubleshooting.............................................................................................................................
Exploded View...............................................................................................................................
Parts List........................................................................................................................................

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WARRANTY

We take pride in producing a high quality, 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 state.  For product service call 

Customer Service at 1-866-384-8432. 

Not Covered by Warranty:

• Any part that has become inoperative due to misuse, negligence, direct/indirect abuse, accidents, 

improper maintenance, repairs, or alterations;

• Consumables such as filters and accessories;

• Normal wear and tear of parts and attachments, such as hose, nozzles, or casters;

• Normal deterioration of the exterior finish due to use or exposure;

• Any product where serial number/data label is tampered with or removed;

• Any product purchased from an unauthorized retailer.

Summary of Contents for VK809PIWR

Page 1: ...le at Vacmaster com FOR YOUR SAFETY Read and understand this manual before use Keep this manual for future reference The Spanish version of this manual is available online at www vacmaster com Este manual está disponible en Español en www vacmaster com Operator s Manual Wet Dry Shampoo Vacuum 8 Gallon Model No VK809PIWR ...

Page 2: ...20 22 23 WARRANTY We take pride in producing a high quality 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 y...

Page 3: ...hes or hot ashes Do not expose to rain Store indoors If vacuum is not working as it should has been dropped damaged left outdoors or dropped into water return it to a service center Do not unplug by pulling on cord To unplug grasp the plug not the cord Do not use with damaged cord or plug Do not pull or carry by cord use cord as a handle close a door on cord or pull cord around sharp edges or corn...

Page 4: ...rsuant to part 15 of the FCC rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not ...

Page 5: ...INSULATED WET DRY SHAMPOO VACUUM MUST BE IDENTICAL TO THE PARTS THEY REPLACE YOUR DOUBLE INSULATED WET DRY SHAMPOO VAC IS MARKED WITH THE WORDS DOUBLE INSULATED AND THE SYMBOL SQUARE WITHIN A SQUARE MAY ALSO BE MARKED ON THE APPLIANCE CAUTION DO NOT VACUUM DRYWALL DUST FIREPLACE SOOT OR ASH WITH STANDARD WET DRY FILTER THIS TYPE OF DUST IS VERY FINE WHICH MAY NOT BE CAPTURED BY THE FILTER AND CAUS...

Page 6: ...OTICE Without Safety Alert Symbol Indicates a situation that may result in property damage SYMBOLS EXTENSION CORDS When using an extension cord with your Wet Dry Shampoo Vacuum refer to the following table to determine the required A W G wire size Before using the cleaner make sure the power cord and extension cord are in good working condition Make repairs or replacements before using the vacuum ...

Page 7: ... Round Dust Brush Short Cleaning Solution Delivery Tube Long Cleaning Solution Delivery Tube Stainless Steel Telescopic Wand Remote Control Handle Hose with delivery tube attached Hub Cap Washer R Lock Pin Wheel Axle Rear Wheel Front Caster Exhaust Filter Carpet Cleaning Solution Operator s Manual A C D I J E B G H F L M N K O P R S T Q U V X W Y Detergent Mode Vacuum Mode NOTE The hose and access...

Page 8: ...el Telescopic Wand Can be extended and used to connect accessories to the remote control handle Extend the wand for further reach Multi purpose Floor Nozzle For cleaning hard surfaces and carpets Use the tab on the top of the nozzle to release or retract the brush For use on hard surfaces use the brush setting For use on carpet keep the brush retracted Floor Brush Squeegee Nozzle For cleaning dry ...

Page 9: ...axle into the rear wheel housing on the base Insert a washer onto the axle followed by the rear wheel and another washer Insert the R lock pin into the hole on the end of the axle to lock into place Snap the hub cap onto the wheel Repeat the same steps on the other end of the axle Fig 6 7 Your vacuum comes ready for dry vacuum cleaning If the cartridge filter is not installed refer to page 17 for ...

Page 10: ...it onto the remote control handle Fig 16 The air flow regulation on the remote control handle allows you to manually change the amount of vacuum suction Fig 17 NOTE If the suction power is too high when cleaning rotate the air flow regulation counter clockwise to decrease the suction power POLARIZED PLUG To reduce the risk of electrical shock this appliance has a polarized plug one blade wider tha...

Page 11: ...UTION DO NOT VACUUM DRYWALL DUST 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 THE MOTOR WHEN VACUUMING FINE DUST USE A FINE DUST FILTER SOLD SEPARATELY 1 Verify that the power cord is disconnected from the outlet Fig 1 2 Your wet dry shampoo vacuum comes with the cartridge filter pre installed In order ...

Page 12: ... ON position and begin vacuuming Press the vacuum mode button indicated by the following symbol on either the remote control handle or the power head and operate the vacuum Fig 12 11 Once you have completed vacuuming switch off the vacuum by pressing the vacuum mode button on either the remote control handle or the power head Switch to the O OFF position and unplug the power cord from the power ou...

Page 13: ...ontrol handle or the power head and operate the vacuum Fig 8 CAUTION DO NOT SUBMERGE THE REMOTE CONTROL IN LIQUIDS 8 Once you have completed vacuuming switch off the vacuum by pressing the vacuum mode button on either the remote control handle or the power head Switch to the O OFF position and unplug the power cord from the power outlet 9 After use empty the collection tank by unscrewing the drain...

Page 14: ...e making sure the filter cage is completely covered Fig 2 4 Remove the cleaning solution tank from the vacuum base and pour the cleaning solution mixture into the tank To make the cleaning solution mixture mix 3 oz of cleaning solution per 1 gallon of water Fig 3 NOTE A 17 oz 500ml bottle of cleaning solution is provided with this vacuum cleaner Ensure the cleaning solution and water are mixed at ...

Page 15: ...ockwise to decrease the suction power if the suction power is high 11 Plug the power cord into a power outlet Fig 10 12 Turn on the motor by flipping the switch to the I ON position Press the detergent mode button indicated by the following symbol on either the remote control handle or the power head for cleaning solution application only Select both the detergent mode and vacuum mode for simultan...

Page 16: ...l 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 and...

Page 17: ... 2 With the removed power head in an upside down position carefully remove the cartridge filter from the filter cage Fig 7 3 Clean the cartridge filter by gently brushing or rinsing off the debris Fig 8 Cleaning should not be done indoors in living areas For optimal performance a new filter is recommended 4 Install cleaned or new filters as described in steps 2 4 of Installing Cartridge Filter Wet...

Page 18: ...idge filter on page 17 3 Carefully slide the 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 1 With the removed power head in an upside down position carefully remove the foam wet filter Fig 4 2 Use a mild soap and water solution to wash the foam wet filter and rinse with clean water Fig 5 3 Allow the wet ...

Page 19: ...per slots and lock the filter door into place Fig 4 3 4 1 2 CHANGING THE BATTERY NOTE Only replace the battery with a 23A 12V Alkaline battery 1 Verify that the power cord is disconnected from the outlet Fig 1 2 Use a Phillips screwdriver to press the release latch in the front of the battery cover Remove the battery cover from the battery compartment Fig 2 3 Remove the battery from the battery co...

Page 20: ...lter The exhaust filter is missing or damaged Attach or replace the exhaust filter Low suction power and high operating noise vibrations Nozzle hose or tank inlet is blocked Check and remove blockage from the nozzle hose and tank inlet Cartridge filter is clogged by fine dust Take off the filter and clean it or install a new cartridge filter Float valve has closed Empty the collection tank of any ...

Page 21: ...cturer s recommended cleaning solution Ensure the cleaning solution is mixed with water at the correct ratio The remote control will not operate The battery has no charge Replace the old battery with a new one The remote control is not programmed Reset the remote control using the instructions on page 10 The remote control is damaged Contact customer service ...

Page 22: ...22 EXPLODED VIEW ...

Page 23: ...551026120 Caster 2 16 551017119 Wheel Axle 1 17 551026124 Hose 1 18 551026125 Stainless Steel Telescopic Wand 1 19 551425105 Multi surface Floor Nozzle 1 20 551324122 Floor Brush Squeegee Nozzle 1 21 551026129 Hand Held Shampoo Nozzle 1 22 551026128 Carpet Shampoo Nozzle 1 23 551324121 Cleaning Solution Tank Cap 1 24 551026135 Cleaning Solution Tank 1 25 551506102 Remote Control Handle Assembly 1 ...

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