FILTER INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE (CONT’D.)
3. For vacuuming large quantities of liquid use a foam sleeve. If a foam sleeve did not come standard with
your unit, one may be purchased at your local dealer, the Shop-Vac
®
website or by contacting Shop-Vac
®
customer service. To use the foam sleeve; follow the instructions in this section.
4. Misting in the exhaust air or dripping of liquid around the tank cover may occur if the
filter becomes saturated during wet pick up. If this occurs, remove the filter and allow
to dry, or replace with another dry filter.
5. Turn the unit off immediately upon completing a wet pick up job or when tank is full
and ready to be emptied. When the tank is full, suction will drastically reduce. Refer
to the automatic suction shut off section for more information. Raise the hose to drain
any excess liquid into the tank. Follow the instructions in the emptying liquid waste section.
6. Before storing the vacuum cleaner or using for dry pick up, clean and dry the interior of the tank and the
underside of the tank cover. Clean and allow the filters to dry completely.
7. 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.
FOAM SLEEVE
1. With the tank cover in an upside down position, slide the foam sleeve down over the
lid cage, pulling until foam sleeve completely covers the lid cage.
2. To clean the foam sleeve, slide it up and off the lid cage. Shake excess debris off of
the foam sleeve with a rapid up and down movement.
3. hold foam sleeve under running water for a couple minutes, rinsing from the inside of
the filter. A water wash is not always required, depending on the condition of the filter.
4. Check the filter for tears. If any are found, replace with a new filter.
BLOWER FEATURE
Your vacuum can be used as a powerful blower. To use the blower feature, clear the hose of any debris or
obstructions.
For vacuums with a blower port cover (not standard on all models),
unscrew blower
port cover located on the back of tank cover. The blower port cover is equipped with
a retaining strap to prevent loss of the cover.
NOTE:
For maximum performance when
vacuuming, remove the blower port cover.
Insert machine hose end into blower port located on the back of the tank cover.
Twist the hose end slightly to tighten the connection. 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.
EMPTYING LIqUID WASTE FROM THE TANK
To empty liquid waste from the tank, turn the vacuum off and remove the plug from the wall outlet. Follow
the instructions that pertain to your vacuum.
WITHOUT TANK DRAIN
Remove the tank cover and deposit the liquid waste in a suitable drain. Use side carry handles for lifting vac
when draining tank into drains that are located above floor level. After tank is empty, return the tank cover to
its original position.
WITH TANK DRAIN
Remove the drain cap and deposit the liquid waste in a suitable drain. Use side carry handles for lifting vac
when draining tank into drains that are located above floor level. After the tank is empty, return the drain
cap to it’s original position.
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