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This appliance must be grounded. If it should malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides
a path of least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock. This appli-
ance is equipped with a cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and grounding plug.
The plug must be inserted into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in
accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
WARNING
– IMPROPER CONNECTION OF THE EQUIPMENT-
GROUNDING CONDUCTOR CAN RESULT IN A RISk OF ELECTRIC SHOCk.
CHECk WITH A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN OR SERVICE PERSON IF YOU
ARE IN DOUBT AS TO WHETHER THE OUTLET IS PROPERLY GROUNDED.
DO NOT MODIFY THE PLUG PROVIDED WITH THE APPLIANCE – IF IT WILL
NOT FIT THE OUTLET, HAVE A PROPER OUTLET INSTALLED BY A QUALI-
FIED ELECTRICIAN.
This appliance is for use on a nominal 120-volt circuit, and has a grounded plug that looks like
When using the appliance at a distance where an extension cord becomes necessary, a 3-conductor
grounding cord of adequate size must be used for safety, and to prevent loss of power and overheating.
Use the table below to determine A.W.G. wire size required. To determine ampere rating of your vacuum,
refer to nameplate located on rear of motor cover. Before using appliance, inspect power cord for loose
or exposed wires and damaged insulation. Make any needed repairs or replacements before using
your appliance. Use only three-wire outdoor extension cords which have three-prong grounding-type
plugs and three-pole receptacles which accept the extension cord's plug. When vacuuming liquids, be
sure the extension cord connection does not come in contact with the liquid.
NOTE: STATIC ShOCKS ARE COMMON IN DRY AREAS OR WhEN ThE RELATIVE hUMIDITY Of ThE AIR IS
LOW. ThIS IS ONLY TEMPORARY AND DOES NOT AffECT ThE USE Of ThE APPLIANCE. TO REDUCE ThE
fREqUENCY Of STATIC ShOCKS IN YOUR hOME, ThE BEST REMEDY IS TO ADD MOISTURE TO ThE AIR
WITh A CONSOLE OR INSTALLED hUMIDIfIER.
UNPACkING AND SET-UP
1. Pull lid latches in an outward motion, remove tank cover and any accessories that may
have been shipped in the tank.
2. Before replacing tank cover, please refer to Dry Pick-Up or Wet Pick-Up Operation in
this manual to ensure you have the proper filters installed for your cleaning operation.
3. Replace tank cover, and apply pressure with thumb to each latch until it snaps tightly in
place. Make sure all lid latches are clamped securely.
4. Insert machine hose end with locking nut into inlet of tank and tighten. Do not over-
tighten.
5. Attach the extension wands to the accessory end of the hose. Twist slightly to tighten the
connection. (Figure 1)
6. Attach one of the cleaning accessories (depending on your cleaning requirements) to the
extension wands. Twist slightly to tighten the
connection. (Figure 1)
7. Plug the cord into the wall outlet. Your cleaner is
ready for use.
I = ON, O =OFF
NOTE: MANY MORE USEfUL TOOLS ARE AVAILABLE AT YOUR LOCAL DEALER OR ShOP-VAC®
WEBSITE.
SIDE TANk HANDLE ASSEMBLY
(Not standard with all models)
Attach side handles to tank with screws provided (Figure 2).
MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS
Select mounting location at a wall stud and/or provide a minimum 8" wide x 12" high x 3/4"
thick surface which is strong enough to hold the weight of the vacuum unit with a full tank of
debris.
WARNING
– INADEQUATE MOUNTING COULD ALLOW
THE UNIT TO FALL, CAUSING INJURY AND/OR DAMAGE TO THE
UNIT.
1. Secure hanging bracket to mounting surface with 2 screws provided or other suitable fas-
tener. (NOTE: The screws provided are adequate ONLY for mounting into wood. Be sure to
use the proper, suitable fasteners for mounting vac to a surface other than wood.) Be sure
bracket is level (Figure 3).
2. Install vac by aligning ledge on back of tank to engage as the vac unit is lowered into the
hanging bracket (Figure 4).
3. Instructions for installing and removing hose:
A. Insert hose into inlet and tighten locking-ring by turning clockwise (Figure 5).
B. Unscrew locking-ring by turning counter-clockwise and remove from inlet (Figure 6).
4. Attach one of the cleaning accessories to the accessory end of the hose.
5. Plug the cord into the wall outlet. Your cleaner is ready for use.
I = ON, O = OFF
To avoid possible injury or damage by dislodging unit from hanging bracket or dropping tank
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
EXTENSION CORDS
1
2
the plug illustrated in sketch A. A
temporary adaptor that looks like
the adaptor illustrated in sketches
B and C may be used to connect
this plug to a 2-pole receptacle as
shown in sketch B if a properly
grounded outlet is not available. The
temporary adaptor should be used
only until a properly grounded out-
let (sketch A) can be installed by
a qualified electrician. The green
colored rigid ear, lug or the like extending from the adaptor must be connected to a permanent
ground such as a properly grounded outlet box cover. Whenever the adaptor is used, it must be
held in place by a metal screw.
NOTE: IN CANADA, ThE USE Of A TEMPORARY ADAPTOR IS NOT PERMITTED BY ThE CANADIAN
ELECTRICAL CODE.
Volts
120V
Ampere Rating
More
Not More
Than
Than
0
-
6
6
- 10
10
-
12
12
-
16
during unlatching, always unplug power cord and remove the entire vac unit from wall bracket
to empty tank or service filter. Set unit on floor, lift off tank cover (refer to unpacking and setup).
After service, place tank cover on tank securely and reinstall unit into hanging bracket.
The tool holder (not standard with all models) can be mounted on the wall in close proximity
to the vacuum (Figure 7). Secure with mounting hardware provided.
NOTE: Many more useful tools are available at your local dealer or Shop-Vac® website.
3
4
DRY PICk-UP OPERATION
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. 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 8). Center the reusable dry filter on lid cage
(Figure 9), slide mounting ring down over filter until ring
is positioned against the ribs of the lid cage (Figure 10).
The reusable dry filter should always be in position over
the foam sleeve for dry pick-up. To remove the filter for cleaning, remove mounting ring and
filter from lid cage (Figure 11). 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.
NOTE: ENSURE ThAT ThE MOUNTING RING IS COMPLETELY SECURE AND IN POSITION BY
PRESSING DOWN fIRMLY AROUND ThE RING IN SEVERAL PLACES. BE SURE ThE REUSABLE
DRY DISC fILTER COMPLETELY COVERS ThE fOAM SLEEVE. ChECK TO ENSURE ThAT ALL
EDGES Of ThE REUSABLE DRY fILTER ARE SECURE UNDER ThE MOUNTING RING.
CAUTION
– kEEP FILTERS CLEAN
Total length of cord in feet
25
50
100
150
AWG
18
16
16
14
18
16
14
12
16
16
14
12
14
12
Not recommended
6
7
5
8
10
6
9
11
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