Vacuuming Dry Materials
1. The filter must always be in the correct
position at all times to avoid leaks and
possible damage to Vac.
2. If using your Vac to pick up very fine
dust, it will be necessary for you to
empty the drum and clean the filter
at more frequent intervals to maintain
peak Vac performance.
NOTE:
A dry filter must be used to pick up
dry material. If you use your Vac to pick
up dust when the filter is wet, the filter will
clog quickly and be very difficult to clean.
Vacuuming Liquids
1. When picking up small amounts of
liquid (less than 5-10 cm (2-4 in.) of
liquid in the bottom of the drum) the
filter may be left in place.
2. When picking up larger amounts of
liquid (more than 10 cm (4 in.) of
liquid in the bottom of the drum) we
recommend removing the filter. If the
filter is not removed, it will become
saturated and misting may appear in
the exhaust.
3. When the liquid in the drum reaches
a predetermined level, the float
mechanism will rise automatically to
cut off air-flow. You will know that the
float has risen because Vac airflow will
cease and the motor noise will become
higher in pitch, due to increased motor
speed. When this happens, turn off the
Vac, unplug the power cord and empty
the drum.
4. After using the Vac to pick up liquids,
the filter must be dried to avoid possible
mildew and damage to the filter.
IMPORTANT:
To reduce the risk of
damage to the Vac, do not run the Vac
with float in raised position.
Emptying the Drum
1. The Vac comes equipped with a drain
for easy emptying of liquids. Simply
unscrew the drain cap and lift the
opposite side slightly to empty the
drum.
2. Another option is to remove the lid. Pull
the flexible latches outwards on each
side of the lid to release the lid from the
drum.
3. While holding the latches out, lift the top
assembly up and away from the drum.
4. Lay top assembly upside down on a
clean area while emptying the drum or
changing the filter.
5. Dump the drum contents into the proper
waste disposal container.
Moving the Wet/Dry Vac
Should it become necessary to pick the
Vac up to move it, the handles on the
sides of the dust drum are used to lift. To
manœuvre the Vac, the pull handle above
the inlet should be used.
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Operation (continued)
WARNING: To reduce the risk
of injury from accidental starting,
unplug the power cord before
emptying the drum.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of
back injury or falls, do not lift a Vac
heavy with liquid or debris. Scoop
or drain enough contents out to
make the Vac light enough to lift
comfortably.