Shop-Vac SM12 User Manual page 9

Follow the instructions for the filter that came with your vacuum. Some filters mentioned do not come
standard with all vacuums. Additional filters are available at your local dealer or the Shop-Vac
CARTRIDGE FILTER
The cartridge filter can be used for dry pick up and small quantities of wet pick up. Installation is the same
for both. When picking up fine dust or powders a high efficiency filter bag must be used with the cartridge
filter.
If a foam sleeve is installed on the lid cage, remove it by sliding it off the lid cage. NOTE: If the cartridge
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filter has been used for wet pick up, it must be cleaned and dried before using it for dry pick up.
2. With the tank cover in an upside down position, slide the cartridge down over the lid
cage, pushing until the filter seals against the cover.
. Place the filter retainer into the top of the cartridge filter. Hold the tank cover with one
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hand, turn the handle on the filter retainer clockwise to lock the filter into place.
4. To remove the filter for cleaning, hold the tank cover and turn the filter retainer
counter-clockwise to loosen and remove.
5. Slide the cartridge filter off the lid cage.
6. Clean the filter by shaking or gently brushing off excess dirt. Extremely dirty filters
may be cleaned with water by rinsing from the inside of the filter. Dry completely
(approximately 24 hours).
7. Check the filter for tears or small holes. If none are found, reinstall the filter. To prevent damage to your
vacuum, do not use a filter with a hole or tear.
WARNING
DEPENDENT ON THE FILTER. A CLOGGED FILTER CAN CAUSE OVERHEATING AND POSSIBLY
DAMAGE THE CLEANER. CHECK THE FILTER PERIODICALLY AND REPLACE AS REQUIRED.
DISPOSABLE FILTER BAG
Use the disposable filter bag in conjunction with the cartridge filter for easy disposal of the debris. The bag
is not required for normal dry pick up. When picking up fine dust or powders a high efficiency filter bag
must be used. NOTE: For dry use only.
1. Make sure the cord is disconnected from the receptacle, tank cover is removed and the hose is
disconnected from tank inlet.
2. Remove inlet deflector from deflector guide. NOTE: Hose must be removed
before inlet deflector can be taken out.
FILTER INSTALLATION AND
MAINTENANCE (CONT'D.)
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KEEP FILTERS CLEAN. EFFICIENCY OF THE VACUUM IS LARGELY
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