Filter Cage Replacement; Filter Cleaning; Cleaning A Dry Filter; Cleaning A Wet Filter - Craftsman CMXEVBE176120 Instruction Manual

Filter Cage Replacement (Fig. N)
IMPORTANT: If the Filter Cage needs to be removed, or
replaced, use a flat blade screwdriver and insert the blade
near one of the Tabs between the Filter Cage and the Center
Ring of the Powerhead. Pry the Tab out of the Slot. Tilt the
Cage and lift away from the Powerhead. Replace in the
following manner:
1. Place the Float over the opening in the Center of the
Powerhead as shown, laying face down over the Hole.
2. Line up Filter Cage Tabs with Slots in the Center Ring
of the Powerhead.
3. Push on the Filter Cage until the Tabs snap into slots
for a secure fit.
Fig. N
Filter Cage
Tabs (3)
Slots (3)
Float
Slots (3)
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Filter Cleaning

Your Filter should be cleaned often to maintain peak Vac
performance.
Be sure to dry the Filter before storing or picking up dry
debris.
IMPORTANT: After cleaning, check the Filter for tears or
small holes. Do not use a Filter with holes or tears in it. Even
a small hole can cause a lot of dust to come out of your Vac.
Replace it immediately.

Cleaning A Dry Filter

Some removal of dry debris can be accomplished without
removing the Filter from the Vac. Slap your hand on top of
the Powerhead while the Vac is turned OFF.
For best cleaning results due to accumulated dust, clean the
Filter in an open area. Cleaning SHOULD be done outdoors
and not in the living quarters.
After Filter removal from Vac, remove the dry debris by gently
tapping the Filter against the inside wall of your Dust Drum.
The debris will loosen and fall. For thorough cleaning of
dry Filter with fine dust (no debris), run water through it as
Filter Cage
described under "Cleaning A Wet Filter".
Filter Tab (3)

Cleaning A Wet Filter

Solid End
After Filter is removed, run water through the Filter from a
Powerhead
hose or spigot. Take care that water pressure from the hose
is not strong enough to damage Filter.