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MAINTENANCE
REMOVING AND CLEANING DRY WASTE
CAUTION!
Always wear ANSI Z87.1-approved eye protection, as well as a NIOSH-approved respirator or
dust mask, when cleaning out the bucket or changing the filter. It is recommended to work outside, in an area
with sufficient air flow, when cleaning out the bucket or changing the filter.
1. Unplug the unit from the power source.
2. Remove the top vacuum cover and dispose of any waste
found in the bucket.
3. If the vacuum has shown a decrease in suction, it might
be due to a clogged HEPA filter.
a. To clean the filter, remove the top vacuum cover (Fig.
7 - 1) and unscrew the lock knob (Fig. 7 - 2) to release the
HEPA filter.
b. Tap the filter against the inside of a garbage can to
remove large particles of debris.
c. Use compressed air, or water from a garden hose, to
remove fine particles from the filter.
NOTE:
Direct the compressed air or water outwards,
spraying from the inside of the filter towards the outside,
as this will produce the best results.
d. If using a garden hose, air dry the HEPA filter until it is completely dry.
e. Re-install HEPA filter on the top vacuum cover and secure it with the lock knob before operating the vacuum.
NOTE:
Ensure all parts are completely dry before using the vacuum for dry waste collection.
NOTE:
After a while, depending on how heavily and frequently the vacuum is used, the HEPA filter will not be able
to be cleaned sufficiently to provide continued effective performance, and a new HEPA filter will need to be pur-
chased. Replacement HEPA filters can be found at wenproducts.com under item number VC4710-038.
REMOVING AND CLEANING WET WASTE
1. Unplug the unit from the power source.
2. Pour the wet waste into a suitable drain.
3. Plug the unit back in to continue operation.
NOTE:
For both wet and dry jobs, it is suggested to occasionally rinse the bucket with clean water to rid the
vacuum of any unwanted particles or critters, as well as to keep the vacuum fresh and its morale high. After all, its
job quite literally sucks.
Fig. 7
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