Operation; Vacuuming Dry Materials - Craftsman 125.16821 Operator's Manual

Operation

Vacuuming Dry Materials

WARNING: Be sure to read, understand and apply all the information in the
Important Safety Instructions section at the beginning of this operator's manual.
Do not vacuum in areas with flammable gases, vapors, or explosive dusts in the
air. Flammable gases or vapors include but are not limited to: lighter fluid,
solvent type cleaners, oil-base paints, gasoline, alcohol, or aerosol sprays.
Explosive dusts include but are not limited to: coal, magnesium, grain, or gun
powder. To reduce the risk of health hazards from vapors or dust, do not
vacuum toxic materials.
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1. Verify that the power cord is
disconnected from the outlet. (Fig. 1)
2. For dry vacuuming, the cloth filter
must be installed correctly. To verify,
please refer to Installing Reusable
Cloth Filter on page 10.
3. Place the power head back on the
collection tank, and secure it in
place using the latches. (Fig. 2)
4. Insert the locking end of the hose
into the vacuum port and lock in
place. (Fig. 3)
5. Choose the desired accessory and
insert onto the end of the hose.
(Fig. 4)
6. Plug the power cord into the outlet.
(Fig. 5)
7. Turn the motor on by pressing the
power switch to the 'I' (ON) position
and begin vacuuming. (Fig. 6)
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8. Once you have completed
vacuuming, press the power switch
to the 'O' (OFF) position and unplug
the power cord from the outlet.
O = OFF
DO NOT USE THE REUSABLE CLOTH
FILTER FOR LIQUID VACUUMING.
CAUTION: Do not vacuum drywall dust,
fireplace soot or ash with standard
Wet/Dry filter. This is very fine dust
which will not be captured by the filter
and may cause damage to motor. To
purchase the fine dust filter, call
1-888-331-4569 or visit a Sears store.
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I = ON