User Manual
Please review before operating vac.
Wet/Dry Vacuum
MODEL P14-1400S
P14-1600
Household and Workshop Use.
ATTENTION!
WARNING -
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR INJURY:
Read all safety rules carefully before attempting to operate.
Retain for future reference.
DANGER!
Never operate this unit when flammable materials or vapors
are present because electrical devices produce arcs or
sparks that can cause a fire or explosion. NEVER OPERATE
UNATTENDED.
If your Shop-Vac Wet/Dry Vac ever needs repair or maintenance during
the warranty period or any time thereafter, there are Authorized Shop-
Vac Service Centres located across the country (please see the enclosed
separate pamphlet).
Do not attempt to service your Shop-Vac Wet/Dry Vac beyond that
described in the User Manual. For all other servicing, please refer to a
qualified Shop-Vac Service Centre.
When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE.
AUTHORIZED SHOP-VAC SERVICE CENTRES
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SHOP-VAC AUSTRALIA PTY LTD
Patents Issued and Pending.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
Do not leave appliance when plugged in. Unplug from outlet when
not in use and before servicing.
Do not expose to rain - store indoors.
Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary
when used by or near children.
Use only as described in this manual. Use only Manufacturer's
recommended attachments.
Do not use with damaged cord or plug. If appliance is not working
as it should, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors or dropped
into water, return it to a service centre.
Do Not: pull or carry by cord, use cord as a handle, close a door
on cord or pull cord around sharp edges or corners. Do not run
appliance over cord. Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug;
not the cord.
Do not handle plug or appliance with wet hands.
Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with any openings
blocked; keep free of dust, lint, hair and anything that may reduce
air flow.
Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers and all parts of body away from
openings and moving parts.
Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as
cigarettes, matches or hot ashes.
Do not use without dust bag and/or filters in place.
Turn off all controls before unplugging.
Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.
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Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids such as
gasoline or use in areas where they may be present.
Do not use your cleaner as a sprayer of flammable liquids such
as oil base paints, lacquers, household cleaners, etc.
Do not vacuum toxic, carcinogenic, combustible or other
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hazardous materials such as asbestos, arsenic, barium,
beryllium, lead, pesticides or other health endangering materials.
Specially designed units are available for these purposes.
Do not pick up wood or coal ash; soot, cement, plaster or drywall
dust without full cloth filter or collection filter bag in place. These
are very fine particles that may pass through the foam and disc
filters and affect the performance of the motor or be exhausted
back into the air.
Do not leave the cord lying on the floor once you have finished the
cleaning job. It can become a tripping hazard.
Use special care when emptying heavily loaded tanks.
To avoid spontaneous combustion, empty tank after each use.
The operation of a utility vac can result in foreign objects being
blown into eyes, which can result in eye damage. Always wear
safety goggles when operating vacuum.
STAY ALERT. Watch what you are doing and use common sense.
Do not use vacuum cleaner when you are tired, distracted or
under influence of drugs, alcohol or medication causing
diminished control.
The appliance is not intended for use by young children or
infirmed persons without supervision.
The appliance is not intended for use by persons (including
children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or
lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given
supervised or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a
responsible person for their safety.
Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not
play with the appliance.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the
manufacturer or its service agent or a similarly qualified person in
order to avoid a hazard.
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WARNING -
DO NOT LEAVE VACUUM UNATTENDED WHEN IT IS PLUGGED IN AND/OR OPERATING. UNPLUG UNIT
WHEN NOT IN USE.
LIMITED TWO-YEAR WARRANTY
Shop-Vac warrants the vacuum cleaner for two years from the date of purchase to correct by repair or parts replacement without charge, any
product defect due to faulty material or workmanship provided that the vacuum cleaner is not used for rental service. This warranty does not
