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Maintenance
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.
NOTE:
The filter is made of high quality
paper designed to stop small particles of
dust. The filter can be used for dry pick
up or small amounts of liquid. Handle the
filter carefully when removing or installing
it. Creases in the filter pleats may occur
from installation but will not affect the
performance of the filter.
Filter Cleaning
Your filter should be cleaned often to
maintain peak vac performance.
Allow the filter to dry 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 allow dust to come out of
your vac. Replace it immediately.
Filter Removal
Refer to section “Filter Removal and
Installation” of this manual.
IMPORTANT:
To avoid damage to the
blower wheel and motor, always reinstall
the filter before using the vac for dry
material pick-up.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of
injury from accidental starting,
unplug power cord before changing
or cleaning filter.
Filter
!
Cleaning A Dry Filter
1. Some removal of dry debris can be
accomplished without removing the
filter from the vac. Slap your hand on
top of the lid while the vac is turned
off.
2. 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.
3. After filter removal from vac, remove
the dry debris by gently tapping filter
against the inside wall of your dust
drum. The debris will loosen and fall.
4. For thorough cleaning of dry filter with
fine dust (no debris), run water
through it as described under
"Cleaning A Wet Filter"
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