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Filter Cleaning
Your Filter should be cleaned often to maintain peak Vac
performance.
Be sure to dry the Filter before storing or picking up dry
debris.
IMPORTANT:
After cleaning, check the Filter for tears or
small holes. Do not use a Filter with holes or tears in it. Even
a small hole can cause a lot of dust to come out of your Vac.
Replace it immediately.
Cleaning A Dry Filter
Some removal of dry debris can be accomplished without
removing the Filter from the Vac. Slap your hand on top of
the Powerhead while the Vac is turned OFF.
For best cleaning results due to accumulated dust, clean the
Filter in an open area. Cleaning SHOULD be done outdoors
and not in the living quarters.
After Filter removal from Vac, remove the dry debris by gently
tapping the Filter against the inside wall of your Dust Drum.
The debris will loosen and fall. For thorough cleaning of
dry Filter with fine dust (no debris), run water through it as
described under “Cleaning A Wet Filter”.
Cleaning A Wet Filter
After Filter is removed, run water through the Filter from a
Hose or Spigot. Take care that water pressure from the Hose
is not strong enough to damage Filter.
Cleaning and Disinfecting the
Wet/Dry Vac
To keep your Wet/Dry Vac looking its best, clean the outside
with a cloth dampened with warm water and mild soap.
To clean the Drum:
1. Dump debris out.
2. Wash Drum thoroughly with warm water and mild soap.
3. Wipe out with dry cloth.
Before prolonged storage or as needed (i.e., waste water pick
up) the Drum should be disinfected.
To disinfect the Drum:
1. Pour 1 gallon (4 L) of water and 1 teaspoon (5 mL)
chlorine bleach into the Drum.
2. Let solution stand for 20 minutes, carefully swishing
every few minutes, making sure to wet all inside surfaces
of the Drum.
3. Empty Drum after 20 minutes. Rinse with water until
bleach smell is gone. Allow Drum to dry completely
before sealing the Motor on the Drum.
Storage
Before storing your Vac, the Dust Drum should be emptied
and cleaned. The Power Cord should be wrapped around
the Cord Wrap Areas and secure the Cord using the Plug
Cord Clip. The Hose should be stored as described in this
manual. Accessories should be kept in the same area as
the Vac so they can be readily available. The Vac should be
stored indoors.
WARNING:
To assure product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, any other
maintenance, repairs and adjustments should be
performed by Authorized Service Centers, always using
CRAFTSMAN replacement parts.
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