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Operation (continued)
NOTE:
Do not store the vacuum
immediately after ash removal or other
use in a confined area or enclosed
space. Allow the power head to cool and
remove ash from drum before storage.
1. Grasp the drum latches on both side
of the power head.
2. Slowly pull up on the drum latches,
away from the drum.
3. The top of the latches will be free of
the power head.
4. Lift up on the power head and set it
on a clean dry area while emptying the
drum or changing the filter.
5. Be sure the ash is cool prior to
dumping the contents into the proper
waste disposal container.
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of
injury from accidental starting,
unplug power cord before emptying
the Vac drum.
Emptying the Vac Drum
!
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of
hearing damage, wear ear protectors
when using the Vac for extended
hours or when using in a noisy area.
!
Drum
PULL
LATCH
UP AND
AWAY
ROTATE
LATCH
DOWN
PULL
LATCH
UP AND
AWAY
ROTATE
LATCH
DOWN
Latch
Latch
Drum
Cold Ash
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