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0421 IH-8931
MAINTENANCE
INSTALLING THE CARTRIDGE FILTER
The cartridge filter can be used for wet or dry pick-up.
Installation is same for both.
1. With power head in an upside down position, slide
the cartridge filter down over the lid cage and push
the filter seals against the power head.
2. Turn knob on filter retainer clockwise to tighten,
locking the filter into place.
3. To remove filter for cleaning, turn filter knob
counterclockwise until feeling the tactile and
auditory cue. Align knob arrow with "Unlock" icon
on the filter cap. Slide the cartridge filter off the lid
cage. Grasp step of knob tightly to pull cartridge
filter out of cage.
4. To clean cartridge filter, shake or brush off excess
dirt or rinse (from inside of filter) with water, dry
completely (approximately 24 hours) and re-install.
(See Figure 8)
NOTE: If filter has been used for wet pick-up, it
must be cleaned and dried before using for
dry pick-up.
FILTER REPLACEMENT
WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury from
accidental starting, unplug power cord before
changing or cleaning filter. Filter should be
cleaned often to maintain peak vacuum
performance.
WARNING: Do not remove filter cage and float.
Float prevents water from entering the impeller
and damaging the motor. The cage prevents
fingers from touching the moving impeller.
IMPORTANT: To avoid damage to blower wheel
and motor, always reinstall cartridge filter
before using the vacuum for dry pick-ups and
wet pick-ups.
IMPORTANT: After cleaning, check the filter for
tears or small holes. Do not use a damaged
filter. A small hole can cause dust to come out
of vacuum. Replace it immediately.
NOTE: Before installing filter on vacuum, clean
area of lid so that filter will seal against lid and
stop small particles from bypassing filter bag. If
filter is clean and not damaged, replace it on
filter cage. If it cannot be reused, place a new
filter over filter cage.
NOTE: Clean filter in open area. Cleaning
should be done outdoors and not in living
quarters.
CLEANING
Clean outside with a cloth dampened with warm water
and mild soap. To clean tank:
1. Dump out debris.
2. Wash tank thoroughly with warm water and mild
soap.
3. Wipe out with dry cloth.
STORAGE
Before storing vacuum, dust tank should be emptied
and cleaned. Cord should be wrapped and hung on
unit and accessories should be kept in accessory holder
so they can be readily available. Vacuum should be
stored indoors.
Figure 8
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