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This Wet/Dry Vac is double-insulated, eliminating the need for a separate grounding system. Use only 
identical replacements parts. Read the instructions for Servicing Double-Insulated Wet/Dry Vacs before  
servicing.  Use this Wet/Dry Vac as described in this manual. 
Observe the following warnings that appear on the motor housing of your Wet/Dry Vac.

 

 

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:

  FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, READ AND UNDERSTAND OPERATOR’S MANUAL. DO NOT 

RUN UNATTENDED.  DO NOT PICK UP HOT ASHES, COALS, TOXIC, FLAMMABLE OR OTHER 
HAZARDOUS MATERIALS, DO NOT USE AROUND EXPLOSIVE LIQUIDS OR VAPORS. 

 

CAUTION: 

• Do not vacuum drywall dust or 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 motor.   When vacuuming fine dust use a   
  fine dust filter.

 

 

WARNING:

  

SERVICING OF DOUBLE-INSULATED WET/DRY VACUUMM 

WITH A DOUBLE-INSULATED WET/DRY VACUUM, TWO SYSTEMS OF INSULATION ARE 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-INSULATED WET/DRY VAC IS MARKED WITH THE WORDS ‘DOUBLE INSULATED’ 
AND THE SYMBOL         (SQUARE WITHIN A SQUARE) MAY ALSO BE MARKED ON THE 
APPLIANCE. 

 

• To reduce the risk of electric shock-unplug before cleaning or servicing. 
• DO NOT

 

use without filters in place. 

CAUTION:

 TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY FROM MOVING PARTS- UNPLUG BEFORE 

SERVICING. 

 

 

 

 

When using an extension cord with your Wet/Dry Vac 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 conditions.  Make repairs or replacements before using the vacuum cleaner.  Only use extension 
cords that are rated for outdoor use.   
 
   
 

 
 

 
 
 

 

Length of Extension Cord 

110V-120V 

25 Feet 

7.5 Meter 

50 Feet   

15.25 Meters

100 Feet 

30.5 Meters 

150 Feet  

45.7 Meters 

Amps 

A.W.G Wire Size 

0-6 18  16 

16  14 

7-10 18  16 

14 

12 

11-12 16 

16 

14 

12 

13-16 14 

12 

Not 

recommended 

DOUBLE INSULATION INSTRUCTIONS

EXTENSION CORDS

Summary of Contents for VP205

Page 1: ...s Manual 2 5 Gallon Model No VP205 FOR YOUR SAFETY Read and understand this manual before use Keep this manual for future reference Part No VH05BZ 20 60 01 www vacmaster com Cleva North America 44 Parkway Commons Greer SC 29650 ...

Page 2: ...ct 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 WARNING THE POWER CORD ON THIS PRODUCT CONTAINS LEAD A CHEMICAL KNOWN IN THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA TO CAUSE...

Page 3: ...rs 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 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 m...

Page 4: ...F 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 INSULATED WET DRY VAC ...

Page 5: ...CONTENTS Key Description A Vac Assembly B Hose C Crevice Tool D 2 in 1 Utility Nozzle E Cloth Filter F Foam Filter G Operator s Manual Remove entire contents of carton Check each item against the carton contents list QTY 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 ...

Page 6: ...6 See page 10 for filter installation 7 Replace the power head back on the container fig 7 8 Aligning the top section with the latches and turn the latches to the lock position fig 8 9 Insert the hose into the vacuum port fig 9 10 Choose the desired nozzle and insert onto the end of the hose fig 10 POLARIZED PLUG To reduce the risk of electrical shock this appliance has a double polarized plug one...

Page 7: ...inst the power head fig 2 Your Wet Dry Vac comes with the reusable cloth filter pre installed if not see page 10 for installation instructions 3 Place the power head back on the container and secure it by locking the latches fig 3 4 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS DRY VACUUMING 4 Insert the larger end of the hose into the vacuum port on the power head Push the desired nozzle onto the free end of the hose f...

Page 8: ...STRUCTIONS WET VACUUMING 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 clean and dry the inside and outside before storage fig 6 IMPORTANT When vacuuming large quantities of liquids do not im...

Page 9: ...ower switch is turned off and plug into the power supply fig 3 4 6 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 5 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 fig 3 4 4 Clear all dirt or de...

Page 10: ...eplace and lock the power head on to the container Removing and Cleaning Reusable Cloth Filter 1 With the removed power head in the upside down position 2 Carefully remove the reusable cloth filter from the filter cage fig 4 Clean the filter by gently tapping or brushing dirt off Cleaning should not be done indoors in living areas 3 Use a mild soap and water solution to wash reusable cloth filter ...

Page 11: ...ord breakers fuses 2 Faulty power cord 2 Unplug and check the power cord If damaged have it repaired by a professional 3 Container full 3 Empty container Dust comes from motor cover 1 The reusable cloth filter is missing or damaged 1 Attach or replace the reusable cloth filter Reduced efficiency and motor speed vibration 1 There is a blockage in the nozzle hose or the vacuum inlets Or the dust fil...

Page 12: ...12 EXPLODED VIEW AND PARTS LIST ...

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