Shop-Vac 92L Series User Manual page 3

BE REMOVED BEFORE INSTALLING CARTRIDGE FILTER. FOAM SLEEVE MUST BE
POSITIONED ON ThE INSIDE OF ThE GROOVE LOCATED AROUND LID CAGE FOR
CARTRIDGE FILTER TO FIT PROPERLY.
The cartridge filter can be used for wet or dry pick up; installation is the same for both. When pick-
ing up large quantities of liquid please refer to the Wet Pick Up Operation section in the manual.
Use the cartridge filter in position over the lid cage for most general dry pick up. Remove inlet
deflector from the deflector guide sliding in an upward motion. NOTE: hose must be removed
before inlet deflector can be taken out. For dry pick up be sure the opening of the inlet deflector
is facing the tank bottom (Figure 14). For wet pick up be sure the opening of the inlet deflector
is facing the top of the tank. With the tank cover in an upside down position, slide the cartridge
filter down over the lid cage, pushing until the filter seals against the cover (Figure 15). Place filter
retainer into the top of the cartridge filter, hold the tank cover with one hand, turn the handle on the
filter retainer clockwise to tighten, locking the filter into place (Figure 16 & 17). To remove filter for
cleaning, hold the tank cover and turn the filter retainer counter-clockwise to loosen and remove,
slide the cartridge filter off the lid cage (Figure 18 & 19). To clean filter shake or brush of excess
dirt or rinse (from the inside of the filter) with water, dry completely (approximately 24 hours) and
reinstall (Figure 20 & 21). NOTE: If the filter has been used for wet pick up, it must be cleaned
and dried before using for dry pick up.
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INSTALLING THE DISPOSABLE FILTER BAG
(Not Standard with All Models)
1. Use for dry pick up only. Use in conjunction with cartridge filter for picking up soot, cement,
plaster or drywall dust.
2. With cord disconnected from receptacle, pull latches in an outward motion and remove tank
cover.
3. Unscrew hose locking-nut and remove hose from inlet (Figure 22).
4. Remove inlet deflector from deflector guide (Figure 23). NOTE: hose must be removed
before inlet deflector can be taken out.
5. With the opening of the inlet deflector facing the bottom of the filter bag, slide collection bag
collar over deflector matching notches of bag collar to tabs on inlet deflector, bag will only fit
properly one way (Figure 24).
6. Slide deflector with collection bag attached into deflector guide (Figure 25).
7. Reinsert hose into inlet and tighten locking-nut (Figure 26).
8. When secured in place, expand bag and position around the inside of tank.
9. Replace tank cover.
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WARNING FOR FINE DUST & POWDERS
When vacuuming fine dust, or powders of any kind (ex. plaster, drywall dust, cold ashes, concrete
dust, etc.)...a high efficiency drywall filter bag must be used. When vacuuming normal house-
hold 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
Fine dust
SIZE
Drywall
5-8 U.S. Gal (18.9-30.3L)
90671 90661/90532
10-14 U.S. Gal (37.8-53L)
90672 90662/90534
15-22 U.S. Gal (56.8-83.2L)
90673 90663/90533
WET PICk UP OPERATION
Remove ALL dirt and debris found in the tank. The vacuum requires only
a minimum of conversion when going from dry to wet pick up. Wet pick
up requires the foam sleeve to be in position over the lid cage. Do not use
the reusable dry filter for wet pick up. For wet pick up remove inlet deflec-
tor from deflector guide sliding in an upward motion. NOTE: hose must be
removed before inlet deflector can be taken out. Be sure the opening of the
inlet deflector is facing the top of the tank (Figure 27), misting may occur if inlet deflector is not
inserted properly. Misting in exhaust air may occur if the foam sleeve becomes saturated during
wet pick up. If misting occurs, remove and dry the saturated foam sleeve or replace with another
dry foam sleeve 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
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90107 REUSABLE DRY FILTER AND MOUNTING RING
Standard
fits most Wet/Dry Vacuums.
Household
90585 FOAM FILTER SLEEVE fits most Wet/Dry
Vacuums and should remain in place
at all times.
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 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.
This vacuum can be used as a powerful blower. To use your unit as a blower
unscrew blower port cover located on the backside of the motor housing (Figure
28). The blower port cover is equipped with a retaining strap to prevent loss
of the port cover while blower is in use. Clear hose of any obstructions before
attaching to blower port. Insert hose end with locking-nut into blower port on rear
of unit and tighten. Do not over-tighten. Caution should be used when using as
a blower due to the powerful force of air when using certain attachments.
WARNING
VENT ROCkS OR DEBRIS FROM BEING BLOWN OR RICOCHETING
INTO THE EYES OR FACE WHICH CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY.
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.
AUTOMATIC SUCTION SHUT-OFF
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 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 CON-
TINUE OPERATION.
No lubrication is necessary as the motor is equipped with lifetime lubricated bearings.
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 29). Accessories may be stored in the tool
holder (not standard on all models) so they can be readily available. A hose
holder has been provided for easy storage of the hose. Install hose holder end
with fastener onto hose. Slide or snap fastener into notch securing in place.
Remove extension wands and/or accessory from end of hose and place hose
end into open end of hose holder to secure hose in place for easy storage
(Figure 30). The vacuum should be stored indoors.
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BLOWER FEATURE
– ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION TO PRE-
LUBRICATION
STORAGE
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