8
Operation
Vacuuming Dry Materials
WARNING:
Be sure to read, understand and apply all the information in the
Important Safety Instructions section at the beginning of this operator's manual.
Do not vacuum in areas with fl ammable gases, vapors, or explosive dusts in the
air. Flammable gases or vapors include but are not limited to: lighter fl uid,
solvent type cleaners, oil-base paints, gasoline, alcohol or aerosol sprays.
Explosive dusts include but are not limited to: coal, magnesium, grain or gun
powder. To reduce the risk of health hazards from vapors or dust, do not
vacuum toxic materials.
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1. Verify that the power cord is
disconnected from the outlet. (Fig. 2)
2. In order to prepare your vacuum for
dry vacuuming, make sure the fi lter
is completely covering the fi lter cage
against the power head. (Fig. 3 & 4)
(Your Wet/Dry Vac comes with the
reusable cloth fi lter pre- installed, if
not installed, see page 11 for
installation instructions.)
3. Place the power head section back on
the collection tank and secure it in
place using the latches. (Fig. 5)
4. Insert the larger end of the hose into
the vacuum port on the power head.
Push the required attachment onto
the free end of the hose or extension.
(Fig. 6)
5. Plug in the power cord into the outlet.
(Fig. 7)
6. Turn the motor on by fl ipping the
switch to the ‘I’ ON position and begin
vacuuming. (Fig. 8)
7. Once you have completed vacuuming,
fl ip the switch to the ‘O’ OFF position
and unplug the power cord from the
outlet.
O = OFF I = ON
DO NOT USE THE CLOTH FILTER
FOR LIQUID VACUUMING.
CAUTION: Do not vacuum drywall dust,
fi replace soot or ash with standard
fi lter. This is very fi ne dust
which will not be captured by the fi lter
and may cause damage to motor.
