Disposable Filter Bag; Dry Filter - Shop-Vac CH87 Series User Manual

TOOL HOLDER ASSEMBLY
(Not standard with all models)
1. Replace tank cover and apply pressure with thumbs to each latch until it
snaps tightly in place. Make sure both lid latches are clamped securely.
2. With rear of unit facing you, take tool holder and position it with the tabs
facing rear tank cover (Figure 6).
3. Press tabs of tool holder into the slots on mounting lugs on rear of tank
cover (Figure 7).
4. Press down until tabs snap into place.
WARNING
– ALWAYS DISCONNECT THE PLUG FROM THE
WALL OUTLET BEFORE REMOVING THE TANk COVER.
DRY PICk UP
INSTALLING FOAM SLEEVE AND REUSABLE

DRY FILTER

(Not standard with all models)
WARNING
– ALWAYS DISCONNECT THE PLUG FROM
THE WALL OUTLET BEFORE REMOVING THE TANk COVER.
When using the reusable dry filter to pick up dust and dry material, you must
install foam sleeve and reusable dry filter to ensure proper filtration. Remove
inlet deflector from the deflector guide, located on inside of tank, sliding in an
upward motion. NOTE: hose must be removed before inlet deflector can be
taken out. Reinstall being sure the opening of the inlet deflector is facing the
tank bottom (Figure 8). If the vacuum has been used to pick
up liquids, the foam sleeve must be cleaned and dried before
installing for dry pick up. With tank cover in an upside down
position, slide foam sleeve down over lid cage pulling until
foam sleeve completely covers lid cage (Figure 9). NOTE:
Bottom of foam sleeve must be positioned on the OUTSIDE
of groove around lid cage for the reusable dry filter to fit
properly (Figure 10, 11). Center the reusable dry filter on lid
cage (Figure 12), slide mounting ring down over filter until
ring is positioned against the ribs of the lid cage (Figure 13).
The reusable dry filter should always be in position over the
foam sleeve for dry pick up. To remove the filter for clean-
ing, remove mounting ring and filter from lid cage (Figure
14). To clean the reusable dry filter, shake off excess dirt
and dust or (depending on the condition of the filter) rinse
with water. Allow the filter to dry completely and re-install.
DO NOT MAChINE WASh OR DRY.
INSTALLING THE CARTRIDGE FILTER
(Not standard with all models)
NOTE: If foam sleeve is in position over lid cage, it does not need to be removed before installing
cartridge. Foam must be positioned on the INSIDE of groove around lid cage for cartridge to fit
properly.
The cartridge filter can be used for wet or dry pick up; installation is the same
for both. When picking up large quantities of liquid please refer to the Wet Pick
Up Operation section in this manual. Use the cartridge filter in position over the
lid cage for most general dry material pick up. Remove inlet deflector from the
deflector guide, located on inside of tank, sliding in an upward motion. NOTE:
hose must be removed before inlet deflector can be taken out. Reinstall being
sure the opening of the inlet deflector is in the proper posi-
tion for your cleaning operation. For dry pick up be sure the
opening of the inlet deflector is facing the tank bottom (Figure
15). 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 16).
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 (Figures 17
& 18). To remove the filter for cleaning, again hold the tank
cover and turn the filter retainer counter-clockwise to loosen
and remove, slide the cartridge filter off the lid cage (Figures
19 & 20). To clean the cartridge filter shake or brush off
excess dirt or rinse (from the inside of the filter) with water, dry
completely (approximately 24 hours) and re-install (Figures
21 & 22). NOTE: If the filter has been used for wet pick up, it
must be cleaned and dried before using for dry pick up.
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 PERI-
ODICALLY AND REPLACE AS REqUIRED.
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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 23).
4. Remove inlet deflector from deflector guide (Figure 24). 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 25).
6. Slide deflector with collection bag attached into deflector guide (Figure 26).
7. Reinsert hose into inlet and tighten locking-nut (Figure 27).
8. Fold bottom of collection bag to fit shape of tank.
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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. Remove all dry
use filters from the vacuum. A clean cartridge filter may be used for vacuum-
ing small amounts of liquids. For best results when vacuuming large quanti-
ties 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. Remove inlet
deflector from the deflector guide sliding in an upward motion. NOTE: hose must be removed
before inlet deflector can be taken out. Reinstall being sure the opening of the inlet deflector is
facing the top of the tank (Figure 28), misting may occur if inlet deflector is not inserted properly.
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.
BLOWER FEATURE
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
29). The blower port cover is equipped with a retaining strap to prevent loss of
the port cover while blower is in use. Insert hose end with locking-nut into blower
port on rear of unit and tighten. Caution should be used when using as a blower
due to the powerful force of air when using certain attachments.
WARNING
– ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION TO PREVENT
ROCkS OR DEBRIS FROM BEING BLOWN OR RICOCHETING INTO
THE EYES OR FACE WHICH CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY.
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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.
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