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Save This Manual For Future Reference SEARS owner's manual MODEL 113.177825 CRRFTSMRN® Serial Number Model and serial 12 GALLON numbers may be found on the handle. You FULL BLOWING should record both model and serial WET/DRY VAC numbers in a safe place for future use.
FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN WET/DRY VACS If within one year from the date of purchase, this Craftsman Wet/Dry Vac fails due to a defect in material or workmanship, Sears will repair it, free of charge. If this Craftsman Wet/Dry Vac is used for commercial or rental pur- poses, this warranty coverage applies for only 90 days from date of purchase.
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Toavoid i njury from accidental starting, Toavoid f alls, useextra care when clean- unplug p ower cord before c hanging or ingonstairs. cleaning filter. This Wet/Dry Vac isdouble-insulated, Donotunplug b ypulling o ncord. T o eliminating theneed fora separate unplug, grasp theplug, n otthecord. grounding system.
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Introduction Owner's Manual Contents This Wet/Dry Vac is intended for house- hold use only. Item Page IMPORTANT NOTE Warranty Information ......Safety Instructions ......... Please Read Carefully Introduction..........Static Shocks Are Common - In dry Unpacking and Checking Carton Contents ......areas or when the relative humidity of the air is low.
Float/Cage Assembly WARNING: For your own safety, NOTE: If fitter cage needs to be removed, never connect plug to power source because the float is placed in the wrong outlet until all assembly steps are way, use a slotted screwdriver and insert the blade near one of the tabs between complete and you have read and understood the safety and operation...
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Caster/Caster Foot Assembly 1. Remove the power assembly from the 7. Turn the drum upright. dust drum and set aside. 2. Turn the dust drum upside down on the floor. 3. Insert the caster feet into the bottom of C as'e r ___. CcaaSt_rr S;: i_ drum, as shown (4 places).
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6.Insert thesoft e nd ofthehose, which is NOTE: The swivel end of the hose is opposite theswivel end, i ntothevac- removable if more hoses need to be uum port d irectly a bove t hedrain. attached for more length from the vac. To 7.Place theutility nozzle s ecurely onthe remove the swivel portion of the hose, swivel endofthehose and thevacis...
The clean air rushing through the ANSI Z87.1 (shown on Package) vac will help dry the filter. before commencing operation. NOTE: The optional Craftsman Fine Par- Safety Goggles are available at ticle Filter, stock number 9-17916 wilt do Sears retail stores.
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Emptying the Drum Moving the Vac 1. Should it become necessary to pick the WARNING: To reduce the risk of vac up to move it, DO NOT pick the vac injury from accidental starting, up by the lid handles unless dust drum unplug power cord before emptying is empty•...
Maintenance Filter IMPORTANT: To avoid damage to the blower wheel and motor, always reinstall WARNING: To reduce the risk of the filter before using the vac for dry mate- injury from accidental starting, rial pickup. unplug power cord before changing Dry Filter or cleaning filter.
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Wet Nozzle farthest from you.) To pick up liquids off a smooth surface, use the 2-1/2" wet nozzle accessory sup- plied with your wet/dry vac. To use this Using both hands, lower the nozzle nozzle, simply attach the nozzle to the body onto the insert and squeegee with end of an extension wand.
Repair Parts 12 Gallon Wet/Dry Model Number 113.177825 Always order by Part Number - Not by Key Number WARNING SERVICING OF DOUBLE-INSULATED WET/DRY In a double-insulated Wet/Dry Vac, two systems of insulation are provided instead of grounding. No grounding means is provided on a double-insulated appliance, nor should a means for grounding be added.
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Repair Parts 12 Gallon Wet/Dry Model Number 113.177825 197_...
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CRRFTSMRN® Accessories and Attachments Get more versatility from your Craftsman wet/dry vacuum by adding these accesso- ries. Additional wet/dry vac accessories may be purchased at your local Sears retail store or Sears/Craftsman Power and Hand Tool Catalog. 16931/16990 Caster 17820 2-1/2"x7' Hose...
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16934 H ose Grip 16917 Hose Joiner 16930 H ose Lock 16935 G utter N ozzle Sawdust Collection Series Radial Arm Saw Table Saw Dust Dust Collection Kit Collection Kit 29963 29962...
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For the repair or replacement parts you need Gall 7 am - 7 pro, 7 days a week 1-800-366-PART (1-800-366-7278) For in-home major brand repair service Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week 1-800-4-REPAIR (1-800-473-7247) Forthe location of a Sears Repair Service Center in yourarea Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week 1-800-488-1222...