WET PICk UP OPERATION
Remove ALL dirt and debris found in the tank. The vacuum requires only a minimum of conver-
sion when going from dry to wet pick up. Remove all dry use filters from the vacuum. A clean
cartridge filter may be used for vacuuming small amounts of liquids. for proper installation of
the cartridge filter refer to Installing the Cartridge filter. for best results when vacuuming large
quantities of liquid, remove the cartridge filter. When vacuuming liquids containing debris, it is
recommended purchasing a foam sleeve and install over filter cage; otherwise a foam sleeve
is not required for wet pick up. foam sleeve and additional filters may be purchased by visiting
our website at www. shopvac.com, contacting our customer service department, or purchasing
at your local Shop-Vac
®
distributor.
misting in exhaust air may occur if the filter becomes saturated during wet pick up. If misting
occurs, remove filter and allow to dry or, replace with another dry filter to eliminate the misting
and possible dripping of liquid around the lid. Turn the unit off immediately upon completing a
wet pick up job or when tank is full and ready to be emptied. Raise the hose to drain any excess
liquid into the tank. The interior of the tank should be periodically cleaned.
The foam sleeve should be cleaned periodically as described in the following steps:
1. Always disconnect the plug from the wall receptacle before removing the tank cover. Place
tank cover in an upside down position. Remove foam sleeve by sliding it up and off the lid
cage.
2. Shake excess dust off foam sleeve with a rapid up and down movement.
3. hold foam sleeve under running water for a minute or two, rinsing from the inside. A water
wash is not always required, depending on the condition of the foam sleeve.
4. Gently wring out excess water, blot foam sleeve with a clean towel, and allow to dry. The
foam sleeve is now ready to be reinstalled on the lid cage.
NOTE:
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.
WARNING fOR fINE DUST & POWDERS
When vacuuming fine dust, or powders of any kind (ex. plaster, drywall dust, cold ashes, con-
crete dust, etc.)...a
high efficiency drywall filter bag must be used
. When vacuuming normal
household dust and debris, standard household disposable filter bags may be used. These
"large bag" filters connect to the air inlet fitting on the inside of the vacuum tank.
FILTER SELECTION GUIDE
SIZE
5-8 U.S. Gal (18.9-30.3L)
10-14 U.S. Gal (37.8-53L)
15-22 U.S. Gal (56.8-83.2L)
90671/
90672/
90673/
90107/ REUSABLE DRY FILTER AND MOUNTING RING
fits most Shop-Vac
®
Wet/Dry Vacuums.
90585/ FOAM FILTER SLEEVE fits most Shop-Vac
®
Wet/Dry Vacuums and should remain in place
at all times.
Fine dust
Drywall
Standard
Household
90661/
90662/
90663/
E
F
G
H
I
J
S
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3. Grasp cardboard collar firmly and slide rubber guard onto inlet
fitting as far as possible
(Figure 34).
4. When secured in place, expand bag and position around the
inside of the tank
(Figure 35).
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EMPTyING LIQUID WASTES fROM THE TANk
Not all units are equipped with tank drains. Follow the instructions, which
apply to your specific unit.
Without Tank Drain
Liquid waste may be emptied by removing the tank cover. To empty, stop the motor and
remove the plug from the wall receptacle. Remove the tank cover and deposit the liquid waste
contents in a suitable drain. After tank is empty, return the cover to its original position. To
continue use, plug the cord into the wall receptacle and turn the unit on.
With Tank Drain
Liquid waste may be emptied by removing the tank drain. To empty, turn unit off and remove
plug from wall receptacle. Remove the drain cap and deposit the liquid waste contents in a
suitable drain. After the tank is empty, return the drain cap to its original position. To continue
use, plug the cord into the wall receptacle and turn the unit on.
The vacuum is equipped with an automatic suction shut-off that operates when picking up
liquids. As the level of the liquid rises in the tank, an internal float rises until it seats itself
AUTOMATIC SUCTION SHUT-Off
LUBRICATION
no lubrication is necessary as the motor is equipped with lifetime lubricated bearings.
STORAGE
Before storing your vacuum cleaner the tank should be emptied and cleaned.
The power cord can be wrapped around the cord wraps provided on the tank
cover on rear of unit
(figure 36).
Accessories may be stored in the tool holder
(not standard on all models)
so they can be readily available.
The vacuum
should be stored indoors.
Trouble
Possible Cause
Remedy
Suction weakens or
cleaner runs hot
Clogged filter
Brush dirt from filter. If condition continues,
change filter.
Air leak
Check all fittings for tight fit (nozzles, hose, etc.)
Check that tank cover is sealed properly.
Obstruction in hose
or nozzle
Check nozzle, hose, etc. for obstructions, and
remove if present.
misting in the
exhaust air
Saturated filter
Replace saturated filter with a dry filter.
mounting ring
falling off
foam sleeve
incorrectly positioned
Position foam sleeve on the outside of
groove around lid cage.
TROUBLESHOOTING
WARNING
– If ANy Of THE MOTOR HOUSING PARTS
SHOULD BECOME DETACHED OR BROkEN, EXPOSING THE MOTOR OR ANy
OTHER ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS, OPERATION SHOULD BE DISCONTINUED
IMMEDIATELy TO AVOID PERSONAL INjURy OR fURTHER DAMAGE TO THE
VACUUM. REPAIRS SHOULD BE MADE BEfORE REUSING THE VACUUM.
THREE yEAR HOME USE WARRANTy
your Shop-Vac
®
vacuum cleaner is warranted for normal household use, in accordance with the
user manual, against original defects in material and workmanship for a period of three years
from date of purchase. Should this product be used for commercial or rental use, a 90 day
limited warranty will apply. Shop-Vac Corporation warrants placing this vacuum cleaner
in correct operating condition, by repair or parts replacement, during the warranty period,
without charge. This warranty does not cover accessories. use of non-recommended filters and/
or accessories may void the manufacturer's warranty. Shop-Vac
®
assumes no responsibility
for damage or faulty performance caused by misuse, careless handling, and where repairs or
modifications have been made. do not attempt to service your vacuum beyond that described
in the user manual. Proof of purchase date is required. The warranty gives you specific legal
rights, and you may have other rights which vary from state to state or province to province. This
warranty is void outside of the united States and Canada.
Customers in the united States: for product service contact Shop-Vac Corporation, Customer
Service, at (570) 326-3557 or go to www.shopvac.com/support. Visit www.shopvac.com for your
vacuum's parts list schematic.
Customers in Canada: for product service return the complete unit, (transportation prepaid), to
the Authorized Shop-Vac
®
Service Center nearest you. Visit www.shopvac.ca for a complete list
of Authorized Service Centers in your area.
Customers in mexico: for product service see paperwork that came with your unit.
against a seal at the intake of the motor, shutting off suction. When this happens, the motor will
develop a higher than normal pitch noise and the suction is drastically reduced. If this occurs,
turn unit off immediately. failure to turn unit off after float rises and shuts off suction will result
in extensive damage to the motor. To continue use, empty the liquid waste from the tank as
outlined in the previous paragraph.
NOTE:
If ACCIdenTALLy TIPPed OVeR, The VACuum COuLd LOSe SuCTIOn. If ThIS OCCuRS,
PLACe VAC In uPRIGhT POSITIOn And TuRn SWITCh Off. ThIS WILL ALLOW The fLOAT TO
ReTuRn TO ITS nORmAL POSITIOn, And yOu WILL Be ABLe TO COnTInue OPeRATIOn.
Lorsque vous utilisez un appareil électrique, vous devez observer les précautions de base,
notamment les suivantes :
LIRE TOUTES LES INSTRUCTIONS AVANT D’UTILISER CET
APPAREIL
AVERTISSEMENT
– POUR RÉDUIRE LES RISQUES
D’INCENDIE, DE CHOC ÉLECTRIQUE OU DE BLESSURE :
1. ne vous éloignez pas de l'aspirateur pendant qu'il est branché. débranchez-le de la prise
lorsqu’il n’est pas utilisé ou avant de le réparer. Branchez-le uniquement à une prise correcte-
ment mise à la terre. Reportez-vous aux instructions de mise à la terre.
2. n’exposez pas l’appareil à la pluie – entreposez-le à l’intérieur.
3. Cet appareil n’est pas un jouet et ne doit pas être utilisé en tant que tel. des précautions
particulières doivent être prises lorsqu’il est utilisé par des enfants ou à proximité.
4. utilisez l’aspirateur uniquement de la façon décrite dans ce guide. utilisez seulement les
accessoires recommandés par le fabricant.
5. n’utilisez pas l’aspirateur si le cordon d’alimentation ou la fiche est endommagé. Si
l’appareil ne fonctionne pas normalement, parce qu’il a été tombé, endommagé, laissé à
l’extérieur ou plongé dans l’eau, contactez Shop-Vac Corporation pour obtenir de l’aide.
6. ne le tirez pas ou ne le transportez pas par le cordon d’alimentation; n’utilisez pas le cordon
d’alimentation en guise de poignée; ne fermez pas une porte sur le cordon et ne tirez pas
le cordon sur des arêtes ou des angles vifs. ne faites pas rouler l’appareil sur le cordon
d’alimentation. Tenez le cordon d’alimentation à l’écart des surfaces chauffées.
7. ne débranchez pas l’appareil en tirant le cordon d’alimentation. Pour le débrancher, saisis-
sez la fiche et non pas le cordon.
CONSIGNES DE SÉCURITÉ IMPORTANTES
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