This appliance must be grounded. If it should malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a
path of least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock. This appliance is
equipped with a cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and grounding plug. The plug
must be inserted into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance
with all local codes and ordinances.
WARNING
– IMPROPER CONNECTION OF THE EQUIP-
MENT-GROUNDING CONDUCTOR CAN RESULT IN A RISK OF ELEC-
TRIC SHOCK. CHECK WITH A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN OR SERVICE
PERSON IF YOU ARE IN DOUBT AS TO WHETHER THE OUTLET IS
PROPERLY GROUNDED. DO NOT MODIFY THE PLUG PROVIDED WITH
THE APPLIANCE – IF IT WILL NOT FIT THE OUTLET, HAVE A PROPER
OUTLET INSTALLED BY A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN.
This appliance is for use on a nominal 120-volt circuit, and has a grounded plug that looks like
the plug illustrated in
sketch A
. A temporary adapter that looks like the adapter illustrated in
sketches B and C
may be used to connect this plug to a 2-pole receptacle as shown in
sketch
B
if a properly grounded outlet is not
available. The temporary adapter
should be used only until a properly
grounded outlet
(sketch A)
can be
installed by a qualified electrician.
The green colored rigid ear, lug or
the like extending from the adapter
must be connected to a permanent
ground such as a properly grounded
outlet box cover. Whenever the
adapter is used, it must be held in
place by a metal screw.
IN CANADA, ThE USE oF A TEMPoRARy ADAPTER IS NoT PERMITTED by ThE CANADIAN
ElECTRICAl CoDE. Make sure that the appliance is connected to an outlet having the same
configuration as the plug. No adapter should be used with this appliance.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
UNPACKING AND SETUP
When using the appliance at a distance where an extension cord becomes necessary, a 3-conductor
grounding cord of adequate size must be used for safety, and to prevent loss of power and overheating.
Use the table below to determine A.W.G. wire size required. To determine ampere rating of your vacuum,
refer to nameplate located on rear of motor cover.
before using appliance, inspect power cord for loose or exposed wires and damaged insulation. Make
any needed repairs or replacements
before using your appliance. Use
only three-wire outdoor extension
cords which have three-prong
grounding-type plugs and three-pole
receptacles which accept the exten-
sion cord’s plug. When vacuuming
liquids, be sure the extension cord
connection does not come in contact
with the liquid.
NOTE:
STATIC ShoCKS ARE CoMMoN IN DRy AREAS oR WhEN ThE RElATIVE hUMIDITy oF
ThE AIR IS loW. ThIS IS oNly TEMPoRARy AND DoES NoT AFFECT ThE USE oF ThE APPlI-
ANCE. To REDUCE ThE FREqUENCy oF STATIC ShoCKS IN yoUR hoME, ThE bEST REMEDy
IS To ADD MoISTURE To ThE AIR WITh A CoNSolE oR INSTAllED hUMIDIFIER.
EXTENSION CORDS
Volts
Total length of cord in feet
120V
Ampere Rating
More Not More
Than Than
0
- 6
6
- 10
10 - 12
12 - 16
25
50
100
150
AWG
18
18
16
14
16
16
16
12
16
14
14
14
12
12
Not recommended
WARNING
– ALWAYS DISCONNECT THE PLUG FROM THE
WALL OUTLET BEFORE REMOVING THE TANK COVER OR MOTOR
HOUSING.
1. Extinguish the fire. Do not extinguish the fire with water. The cleaner is for dry pick up only,
do not vacuum wet ashes. Wait until the oven and ashes have completely cooled down before
using your cleaner. Ashes that appear to have cooled down may still be hot inside and could
reignite with airflow. Temperature exceeding 100° F (40° C) may damage the cleaner.
2. Turn the unit on and use the metal intake nozzle or metal crevice tool
(not standard with all
models) to vacuum up the debris. Never use the cleaner without the intake nozzle or crevice
tool in place.
NOTE: To prevent the unit from tipping over, do not pull on the hose.
3. If your cleaner shuts off during operation refer to Auto Re-Setting Thermal Protective Device
section below.
4. During cleaning, check the hose, filter and cleaner for excessive temperature. If you notice a
temperature rise, turn the cleaner off and disconnect the plug from the wall outlet immediately.
In a safe area outside, empty the cleaner and remove any ashes on the filter. Allow the cleaner
to cool down under close supervision.
5. After you have finished the cleaning job, run the unit for 30 seconds to ensure all debris has
been deposited in the tank.
6. Empty and clean the tank. If there is any debris on the wire screen, located on the tank cover,
carefully brush it off. Clean the cartridge filter following the instructions under the Installing the
Cartridge Filter section in this manual.
NOTICE: Auto Re-Setting Thermal Protective Device.
This feature protects the unit by shutting off the cleaner should a pre-set temperature be
exceeded. This condition typically occurs due to hot debris being present in the tank.
1. Turn the cleaner oFF and disconnect the plug from the wall outlet.
2. Move the cleaner to a safe area outside, remove the motor housing from the tank cover and
allow to cool down under close supervision.
3. Check for a clogged, dirty cartridge filter. Clean or replace filter, if needed.
4. Check for a clogged, dirty wire screen. Carefully, brush off debris.
5. Check hose for blockage. Remove any obstruction found in hose.
6. The Thermal Protective Device will automatically reset in approximately 10 minutes, if the
motor housing is removed from tank cover.
7. Wait until the oven and ashes have completely cooled down. Turn the cleaner oN and continue
cleaning.
WARNING
– IF THE CLEANER HAS BEEN USED TO
PICK UP ANY DEBRIS OTHER THAN ASHES; THE TANK, TANK
COVER, WIRE SCREEN, CARTRIDGE FILTER AND MOTOR HOUSING
MUST BE COMPLETELY CLEANED BEFORE USING IT TO PICK UP
ASHES. PICKING UP ASHES IN A UNIT CONTAINING OTHER DEBRIS
COULD RESULT IN A FIRE SHOULD AN ASH REIGNITE AND TOUCH
FLAMMABLE DEBRIS.
OPERATION
1. Pull metal clamps in an outward motion; remove tank cover and any
items that may have been shipped in the tank.
2. Replace tank cover and apply pressure with thumbs to each clamp until
it snaps into place. Make sure all three clamps are clamped securely and
tank cover is secured to tank.
3. Refer to the installing the cartridge filter section to make sure the filter is
properly installed for your cleaning operation.
NOTE: The cartridge filter
is located behind the metal screen. you must follow the instructions in
installing the cartridge filter to access it.
4. Insert machine hose end into inlet of tank by lining up the tabs on the sides of the hose end
with the slots in the inlet
(Figure 1). Twist the hose end clockwise to lock into place.
5. Insert end of metal intake nozzle or metal crevice tool
(not standard with all models) into end
of hose. Twist slightly to form a tight fit.
6. Plug the cord into the wall outlet. your cleaner is ready for use. Refer to the operation section
for proper usage of cleaner.
I = ON, O = OFF
1
1. Always make sure the cartridge filter is in place before using your cleaner.
2. Place fingers in slots on each side of motor housing. Using thumbs, push
PLASTIC lid
latches inward and pull up on motor housing until it is removed from the tank cover
(Figure
2). NOTE: If you see the metal screen instead of the cartridge filter, replace tank cover and
secure metal clamps. Repeat step 2 using the
PLASTIC lid latches.
3. With the motor housing in an upside down position, slide the cartridge filter down over the
mounting area, pushing until the filter seals tightly against the housing
(Figure 3).
4. To remove the filter for cleaning, slide cartridge filter off mounting area
(Figure 4).
5. Clean dry filter by gently tapping it on inside of waste can
(Figure 5). It is recommended to
clean the filter outdoors.
6. Check the filter for any holes or rips. If any are found, replace the filter.
7. Reinstall filter onto mounting area.
8. Replace motor housing onto tank cover. Push downward until each lid latch snaps tightly into
place. Make sure motor housing is secured to tank top.
CAUTION
– KEEP FILTERS CLEAN
EFFICIENCy oF ThE VACUUM IS lARGEly DEPENDENT oN ThE FIlTER. A CloGGED
FIlTER CAN CAUSE oVERhEATING AND PoSSIbly DAMAGE ThE ClEANER. ChECK ThE
FIlTER PERIoDICAlly AND REPlACE AS REqUIRED.
INSTALLING THE CARTRIDGE FILTER
LUBRICATION
No lubrication is necessary as the motor is equipped with lifetime lubricated bearings.
2
4
3
5
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
– DO NOT LEAVE VACUUM UNATTENDED WHEN IT IS PLUGGED IN AND/OR OPERATING. UNPLUG UNIT WHEN NOT IN USE.
