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WARRANTY STATEMENT

WEN Products is committed to building tools that are dependable for years. Our warranties are consistent with this 

commitment and our dedication to quality.

LIMITED WARRANTY OF WEN PRODUCTS FOR HOME USE

GREAT  LAKES TECHNOLOGIES,  LLC  (“Seller”)  warrants  to  the  original  purchaser  only,  that  all  WEN  consumer 

power tools will be free from defects in material or workmanship during personal use for a period of two (2) years 

used for professional or commercial use. Purchaser has 30 days from the date of purchase to report missing or 

damaged parts.

SELLER’S SOLE OBLIGATION AND YOUR EXCLUSIVE REMEDY under this Limited Warranty and, to the extent per-

mitted by law, any warranty or condition implied by law, shall be the replacement of parts, without charge, which are 

defective in material or workmanship and which have not been subjected to misuse, alteration, careless handling, 

misrepair, abuse, neglect, normal wear and tear, improper maintenance, or other conditions adversely affecting the 

Product or the component of the Product, whether by accident or intentionally, by persons other than Seller. To 

make a claim under this Limited Warranty, you must make sure to keep a copy of your proof of purchase that clearly 

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dor of Great Lakes Technologies, LLC. Purchasing through third party vendors, including but not limited to garage 

sales, pawn shops, resale shops, or any other secondhand merchant, voids the warranty included with this product. 

Contact [email protected] or 1-800-232-1195 with the following information to make arrangements: 

your shipping address, phone number, serial number, required part numbers, and proof of purchase. Damaged or 

defective parts and products may need to be sent to WEN before the replacements can be shipped out.

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turning a product for warranty service, the shipping charges must be prepaid by the purchaser. The product must 

be shipped in its original container (or an equivalent), properly packed to withstand the hazards of shipment. The 

product must be fully insured with a copy of the proof of purchase enclosed. There must also be a description of the 

will be returned and shipped back to the purchaser at no charge for addresses within the contiguous United States.

THIS LIMITED WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO ITEMS THAT WEAR OUT FROM REGULAR USAGE OVER TIME, 

INCLUDING BELTS, BRUSHES, BLADES, BATTERIES, ETC. ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES SHALL BE LIMITED IN 

DURATION TO TWO (2) YEARS FROM DATE OF PURCHASE. SOME STATES IN THE U.S. AND SOME CANADIAN 

PROVINCES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMI-

TATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.

IN NO EVENT SHALL SELLER BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING 

BUT NOT LIMITED TO LIABILITY FOR LOSS OF PROFITS) ARISING FROM THE SALE OR USE OF THIS PRODUCT. 

SOME STATES IN THE U.S. AND SOME CANADIAN PROVINCES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION 

OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY 

TO YOU.

THIS LIMITED WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS 

WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE IN THE U.S., PROVINCE TO PROVINCE IN CANADA AND FROM COUNTRY 

TO COUNTRY.

THIS LIMITED WARRANTY APPLIES ONLY TO ITEMS SOLD WITHIN THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, CANA-

DA AND THE COMMONWEALTH OF PUERTO RICO. FOR WARRANTY COVERAGE WITHIN OTHER COUNTRIES, 

CONTACT THE  WEN  CUSTOMER  SUPPORT  LINE.  FOR WARRANTY  PARTS  OR  PRODUCTS  REPAIRED  UNDER 

WARRANTY SHIPPING TO ADDRESSES OUTSIDE OF THE CONTIGUOUS UNITED STATES, ADDITIONAL SHIPPING 

CHARGES MAY APPLY.

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Summary of Contents for VC4710

Page 1: ...he rules for safe operation warnings and cautions If you use your tool properly and for its intended purpose you will enjoy years of safe reliable service NEED HELP CONTACT US Have product questions Need technical support Please feel free to contact us TECHSUPPORT WENPRODUCTS COM 1 800 232 1195 M F 8AM 5PM CST For replacement parts and the most up to date instruction manuals visit WENPRODUCTS COM ...

Page 2: ... Utility Vacuum Safety Warnings 6 Electrical Safety Warnings 7 BEFORE OPERATING 8 Unpacking Packing List 8 Know Your Wet Dry Utility Vacuum 9 Assembly Adjustments 10 OPERATION MAINTENANCE 11 Operation 11 Maintenance 12 Troubleshooting Guide 13 Exploded View Parts List 14 Warranty Statement 16 ...

Page 3: ...ible conditions and situations that may occur WEN reserves the right to change this product and specifications at any time without prior notice At WEN we are continuously improving our products If you find that your tool does not exactly match this manual please visit wenproducts com for the most up to date manual or contact our customer service at 1 800 232 1195 Keep this manual available to all ...

Page 4: ... shock PERSONAL SAFETY 1 Stay alert watch what you are doing and use com mon sense when operating a power tool Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs alcohol or medication A moment of inatten tion while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury 2 Use personal protective equipment Always wear eye protection Protective equipment such as a respir...

Page 5: ...accordance with these instructions taking into ac count the working conditions and the work to be per formed Use of the power tool for operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous situa tion 8 Use clamps to secure your workpiece to a stable surface Holding a workpiece by hand or using your body to support it may lead to loss of control 9 KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE and in working ...

Page 6: ... CFR Part 745 for lead paint material cleanup 3 Do not use this vacuum to collect carcinogenic com bustible toxic or other hazardous materials 4 Do not collect anything that is burning or smoking with this vacuum This includes but is not limited to cig arettes matches or hot ashes 5 Always use vacuum with filter in place 6 Always wear safety glasses when operating the vacu um to avoid particles be...

Page 7: ...of the equipment grounding conductor can result in electric shock The conductor with the green insulation with or without yellow stripes is the equipment grounding conductor If repair or replacement of the electric cord or plug is necessary DO NOT connect the equipment grounding conductor to a live terminal 1 Examine extension cord before use Make sure your extension cord is properly wired and in ...

Page 8: ...the packaging until everything is removed Check the packing list below to make sure you have all of the parts and accessories If any part is missing or broken please contact customer service at 1 800 232 1195 M F 8 5 CST or email techsupport wenproducts com PACKING LIST UNPACKING PACKING LIST Components Vacuum Hardware Accessories 8 Utility Nozzle Extension Tubes 2 ST3 9x14 Screws 4 Crevice Nozzle...

Page 9: ...l Refer to the following diagrams to become familiarized with all the parts and controls of your vacuum The components will be referred to later in the manual for assembly and operation instructions WET DRY UTILITY VACUUM Airflow Tab Handle Extension Tube Utility Nozzle Hose Connector Hose Power Switch Carrying Handle Side Tab Power Cord Wheel Assembly Dust Bucket Extension Tube ...

Page 10: ...ucket and securing each of them with a ST3 9x14 screw Fig 2 2 4 Replace the top cover and attach the hose to either the suction inlet Fig 3a 1 or blower outlet Fig 3b 1 de pending on your desired use Lock the hose by inserting it into the respective port and twisting it about 1 8 turn clockwise The suction blow function can be changed easily by removing the hose and connecting it to the op posite ...

Page 11: ...n be adjusted using the tab on the hose Fig 6 1 to allow for maximum airflow when necessary and lesser airflow in more delicate situations 3 Ensure that the HEPA filter is installed during operation of the unit NOTE To install or remove the HEPA filter refer to p 12 1 Fig 5 1 Fig 6 Fig 4a Fig 4b ASSEMBLY ADJUSTMENTS ...

Page 12: ...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 heavi...

Page 13: ...d or in stalled improperly Check filter installation and install properly Filter is damaged Replace the filter with a new filter Vacuum shows loss of suction Hose is connected to blower outlet Connect hose to suction inlet Filter is clogged Clean or replace the filter Vacuum bucket is full Empty waste from bucket The hose connection is loose Check hose connections and tighten any lose attachments ...

Page 14: ...EXPLODED VIEW PARTS LIST 14 ...

Page 15: ...r 1 18 VC4710 018 ST3 9x20 Screw 6 19 VC4710 019 Float Seal 1 20 VC4710 020 Float 1 21 VC4710 021 HEPA Shelf Sealing Patch 1 No Part No Description Qty 22 VC4710 022 HEPA Frame 1 25 VC4710 025 Suction Base Cover 1 26 VC4710 026 Suction Base 1 27 VC4710 027 Protection Valve Assembly 1 28 VC4710 028 Blower Outlet 1 30 VC4710 030 Handle 1 31 VC4710 031 Power Cord 1 32 VC4710 032 Wiring Cap 2 33 VC471...

Page 16: ...nd products may need to be sent to WEN before the replacements can be shipped out turning a product for warranty service the shipping charges must be prepaid by the purchaser The product must be shipped in its original container or an equivalent properly packed to withstand the hazards of shipment The product must be fully insured with a copy of the proof of purchase enclosed There must also be a ...

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