DeWalt DWV901 Original Instructions Manual page 9

5. Dispose of collection bag in appropriate
container according to statutory provisions.
WET PICK UP APPLICATIONS (FIG. 1, 7)
WARNING: DO NOT connect power
tools to outlet (l) when using the vacuum
for wet pick up.
WARNING: Plug vacuum into residual
current device (RCD) protected outlet
when using the vacuum for wet pick up.
WARNING: If foam or liquid escapes
from the machine, switch off
immediately.
CAUTION: Clean the water level limiting
device regularly and examine it for signs
of damage. Refer to Fig. 7.
NOTICE: DO NOT remove ball float (s),
doing so will cause damage to the
vacuum. The ball float keeps water from
entering the motor.
Before using the vacuum for wet pick up:
• Ensure the canister is empty and free of
excessive dust.
• Remove filters (i).
• Plug vacuum into a RCD protected outlet.
TO EmPTY CANISTER (FIG. 1, 7)
The ball float valve (s) will block air to the motor
when the canister is full and the sound of the motor
will change at once. When the motor has a high
pitched sound and air/water flow stops, empty the
canister.
1. Turn off vacuum and unplug cord from outlet.
2. Unlatch canister latches (e) and remove vacuum
head (d).
3. Empty contents of canister (f) into a suitable
container or drain.
TO CONVERT BACK TO DRY VACUUm OPERATION (FIG. 1)
1. Empty Canister, refer to To Empty Canister
instructions.
2. Place canister upside down position until dry.
DO NOT use wet canister for dry pick up.
3. Place vacuum head (d) on a level surface until
dry.
4. Reinstall filters when vacuum head is dry. See
Filters under Maintenance.
5. When canister is dry place the vacuum head (d)
onto the canister and secure it by closing the
canister latches (e).
Shut Down/Transportation
(fig. 1)
1. Turn on/off control switch (c) to the OFF
position.
2. Unplug the unit.
3. Store the power cord (b) wrapping it around the
top handle/cord wrap (a) as shown.
4. When transporting in vehicles, secure the
machine.
mAINTENANCE
Your D WALT appliance has been designed to
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operate over a long period of time with a minimum
of maintenance. Continuous satisfactory operation
depends upon proper appliance care and regular
cleaning.
WARNING: To reduce the risk
of injury, turn appliance off and
disconnect appliance from power
source before installing and
removing accessories, before
adjusting or changing set-ups or
when making repairs. An accidental
start-up can cause injury.
WARNING: For user servicing, the
machine must be dismantled, cleaned
and serviced, as far as is reasonably
practicable, without causing risk to the
maintenance staff and others. Suitable
precautions include, decontamination
before dismantling, provision for local
filtered exhaust ventilation where the
machine is dismantled, cleaning of the
maintenance area and suitable personal
protection.
• T he manufacturer, or an instructed
person, shall perform a technical
inspection at least annually, consisting
of, for example, inspection of filters for
damage, air tightness of the machine
and proper function of the control
mechanism.
• W hen carrying out service or repair
operations, all contaminated items
which cannot be satisfactorily cleaned,
are to be disposed of; such items
shall be disposed of in impervious
bags in accordance with any current
regulation for the disposal of such
waste.
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