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Operation (continued)
Emptying the Drum
Moving the Wet/Dry Vac
Should it become necessary to pick the
vac up to move it, DO NOT pick the vac
up by the lid handles unless dust drum is
empty. To avoid dropping the vac, due to
latches releasing or possible part
breakage, pick the vac up by the dust
drum.
Blowing Feature
Your Wet/Dry Vac features “Full Blowing”.
It can blow sawdust and other debris.
Follow the steps below to use your vac
as a blower.
1. Remove the lid. Pull the flexible latches
outward on each side of the lid to
release from the drum.
2. While holding the latches out, lift the
top assembly up and away from the
drum.
1. Locate blowing port of your Wet/Dry
Vac.
2. Insert the larger end of hose into the
blowing port of the vac.
3. (Optional) Attach extension wand to
swivel end of hose.
4. Turn vac on and you are ready to use
your vac as a blower.
3. Lay top assembly upside down on a
clean area while emptying drum or
changing filter.
4. Dump the drum contents into the
proper waste disposal container.
WARNING: Always wear safety
eyewear complying with ANSI Z87.1
(or in Canada, CSA Z94.3) before
using as a blower.
CAUTION: Wear a dust mask if
blowing creates dust which might
be inhaled.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of
injury to bystanders, keep them
clear of blowing debris.
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Extension Wand
(Optional)
Swivel
End of
Hose
Tug-A-Long
Hose
Blowing
Port
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of
hearing damage, wear ear protectors
when using the Vac/blower for
extended time or in a noisy area.
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