(Not standard with all models)
NOTE:
IF FOAM SLEEVE IS IN POSITION OVER LID CAGE, IT DOES NOT NEED TO BE REMOVED
BEFORE INSTALLING CARTRIDGE FILTER. FOAM SLEEVE MUST BE POSITIONED ON THE INSIDE
OF THE GROOVE LOCATED AROUND LID CAGE FOR CARTRIDGE FILTER TO FIT PROPERLY.
The cartridge filter can be used for wet or dry pick up; installation is the same for both. When
picking up large quantities of liquid please refer to the Wet Pick-Up Operation section in the
manual. Use the cartridge filter in position over the lid cage for most general dry pick-up.
Remove inlet deflector from the deflector guide sliding in an upward motion.
NOTE:
Hose must
be removed before inlet deflector can be taken out. For dry pick-up be sure the opening of the
inlet deflector is facing the tank bottom
(Figure 19)
. For wet pick-up be sure the opening of the
inlet deflector is facing the top of the tank. With the tank cover in an upside down position, slide
the cartridge filter down over the lid cage, pushing until the filter seals against the cover
(Figure
20)
. Place filter retainer into the top of the cartridge filter, hold the tank cover with one hand,
turn the handle on the filter retainer clockwise to tighten, locking the filter into place
(Figure
21 & 22)
. To remove filter for cleaning, hold the tank cover and turn the filter retainer counter-
clockwise to loosen and remove, slide the cartridge filter off the lid cage
(Figure 23 & 24)
. To
clean filter, shake or brush off excess dirt or rinse (from the inside of the filter) with water, dry
completely (approximately 24 hours) and reinstall
(Figure 25 & 26)
.
NOTE:
If the filter has been
used for wet pick-up, it must be cleaned and dried before using for dry pick-up.
INSTALLING THE CARTRIDGE FILTER
WARNING
– ALWAYS DISCONNECT THE PLUG FROM THE
WALL OUTLET BEFORE REMOVING THE TANk COVER.
When using the reusable dry filter to pick-up dust and dry material, you must install foam sleeve
and reusable dry filter to ensure proper filtration. If the vacuum has been used to pick-up liquids,
the foam sleeve must be cleaned and dried before installing for dry pick-up. With tank cover in an
upside down position, slide foam sleeve down over lid cage pulling until foam sleeve completely
covers lid cage
(Figure 13)
.
NOTE:
Bottom of foam sleeve must be positioned on the OUTSIDE
of groove around lid cage for the reusable dry filter to fit properly
(Figure 14, 15)
. Center the
reusable dry filter on lid cage
(Figure 16)
, slide mounting ring down over filter until ring is
positioned against the ribs of the lid cage
(Figure 17)
. The reusable dry filter should always be in
position over the foam sleeve for dry pick-up. To remove the filter for cleaning, remove mounting
ring and filter from lid cage
(Figure 18)
. To clean the reusable dry filter, shake off excess dirt and
dust or (depending on the condition of the filter) rinse with water. Allow the filter to dry completely
and re-install. DO NOT MACHINE WASH OR DRY.
(Not standard with all models)
INSTALLING FOAM SLEEVE AND REUSABLE
DRY FILTER
DRY PICk-UP
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14
15
16
17
18
INSTALLING THE DISPOSABLE FILTER BAG
(Not standard with all models)
1. Use for dry pick-up only. Use in conjunction with cartridge filter for picking up soot, cement,
plaster or drywall dust.
2. With cord disconnected from receptacle, pull latches in an outward motion and remove tank
cover.
3. Unscrew hose locking-nut and remove hose from inlet
(Figure 27)
.
4. Remove inlet deflector from deflector guide
(Figure 28)
.
NOTE:
Hose must be removed
before inlet deflector can be taken out.
5. With the opening of the inlet deflector facing the bottom of the filter bag, slide collection bag
collar over deflector matching notches of bag collar to tabs on inlet deflector, bag will only
fit properly one way
(Figure 29)
.
6. Slide deflector with collection bag attached into deflector guide
(Figure 30)
.
7. Reinsert hose into inlet and tighten locking-nut
(Figure 31)
.
8. When secured in place, expand bag and position around the inside of tank.
9. Replace tank cover.
WARNING FOR FINE DUST & POWDERS
When vacuuming fine dust, or powders of any kind (ex. plaster, drywall dust, cold ashes,
concrete dust, etc.)...a
high efficiency drywall filter bag must be used
. When vacuuming
normal household dust and debris, standard household disposable filter bags may be used.
These "large bag" filters connect to the air inlet fitting on the inside of the vacuum tank.
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20
21
22
23
24
26
25
27
28
29
30
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WET PICk-UP OPERATION
Remove ALL dirt and debris found in the tank. The vacuum requires only a
minimum of conversion when going from dry to wet pick-up. Wet pick-up requires
the foam sleeve to be in position over the lid cage. Do not use the reusable dry
filter for wet pick-up. To use the 3
1
/
2
" (8.8 cm) diameter hoses
(not standard
with all models)
, the inlet deflector is already in the proper position. To use
the 2
1
/
2
" (6.3 cm) diameter hose, the inlet deflector must be put in the proper
position. Remove inlet deflector from the deflector guide sliding in an upward
motion.
NOTE:
Hose must be removed before inlet deflector can be taken out.
Reinstall being sure the opening of the inlet deflector is facing the top of the
tank
(Figure 32)
, misting may occur if inlet deflector is not inserted properly. Misting in exhaust air may
occur if the filter becomes saturated during wet pick-up. If misting occurs, remove filter and allow to
dry or, replace with another dry filter to eliminate the misting and possible dripping of liquid around the
lid. Turn the unit off immediately upon completing a wet pick-up job or when tank is full and ready to
be emptied. Raise the hose to drain any excess liquid into the tank. The interior of the tank should be
periodically cleaned.
The foam sleeve should be cleaned periodically as described in the following steps:
1. Always disconnect the plug from the wall receptacle before removing the tank cover. Place tank cover
in an upside down position. Remove foam sleeve by sliding it up and off the lid cage.
2. Shake excess dust off foam sleeve with a rapid up and down movement.
3. Hold foam sleeve under running water for a minute or two, rinsing from the inside. A water wash is
not always required, depending on the condition of the foam sleeve.
4. Gently wring out excess water, blot foam sleeve with a clean towel, and allow to dry. The foam sleeve
is now ready to be reinstalled on the lid cage.
NOTE: WET PICk-UP ACCESSORIES SHOULD BE WASHED PERIODICALLY, ESPECIALLY AFTER
PICkING UP WET, STICkY kITCHEN ACCIDENTS. THIS CAN BE ACCOMPLISHED WITH A WARM
SOLUTION OF SOAP AND WATER.
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BLOWER FEATURE
This vacuum can be used as a powerful blower. To use your unit as a blower
unscrew blower port cover located on the backside of the motor housing
(Figure
33)
. The blower port cover is equipped with a retaining strap to prevent loss
of the port cover while blower is in use. Clear hose of any obstructions before
attaching to blower port. Insert hose end with locking-nut into blower port on rear
of unit and tighten. Do not over-tighten. Caution should be used when using as a
blower due to the powerful force of air when using certain attachments.
WARNING
– ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION TO PREVENT
ROCkS OR DEBRIS FROM BEING BLOWN OR RICOCHETING INTO THE EYES
OR FACE WHICH CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY.
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CAUTION
– kEEP FILTERS CLEAN
Efficiency of the vacuum is largely dependent on the filters. Dirty filters will reduce the airflow
and efficiency of the filtration system. DO NOT MACHINE WASH OR DRY.