Care And Maintenance; Troubleshooting - Stanley SL18701P Owner's Manual

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

LUBRICATION
No lubrication is neccessary as the motor is equipped with lifetime lubricated bearings.
BLOWER FEATURE
This vacuum can be used as powerful blower. To use your unit as a blower. insert hose end into
the top exhaust port.
Clear hose of any obstructions before attaching to blower port. Caution should be used when using
as a blower due to the powerful force of air when using certain attachments.
WARNIN:ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION TO PREVENT
ROCKS OR DEBRIS FROM BEING BLOWN OR RICOCHETING
INTO THE EYES OR FACE WHICH CAN RESULT IN
SERIOUS INJURY.
STORAGE
Before storing your vacuum cleaner the tank should be emptied and cleaned. The power cord can
be wound around the housing of the unit for convenience. The acessories can storaged on the
accessories holder of the wheel dolly.
The cleaner should be stored indoors.
WARNIN:REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY FROM MOVING PARTS AND/OR ELECTRICAL
SHOCK, TURN POWER SWITCH OFF AND DISCONNECT POLARIZED PLUG FROM
ELECTRICAL OUTLET BEFORE PERFORMING TOUBLESHOOTING CHECKS.

TROUBLESHOOTING

WARNING!
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY FROM MOVING PARTS AND/OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK,
TURN POWER SWITCH OFF AND DISCONNECT GROUNDED PLUG FROM ELECTRICAL
OUTLET BEFORE PERFORMING TROUBLESHOOTING CHECKS.
Minor problems often can be fixed without calling customer service.
PROBLEM
suction weakens or
cleaner runs hot
Vacuum does
not run
Misting in the
exhaust air
POSSIBLE CAUSE
Clogged filter
Air leak
Obstruction in hose
or nozzle
No electricity
Saturated filter
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Brush dirt from filter. If condition continues,
change filter
Check all fittings for tight fit(nozzle, hose, etc.)
Check that power head is sealed properly.
Check nozzle, hose, etc. for obstructions, and
remove if present.
Make sure electrical outlet has voltage. (A
qualified electrician may need to be contacted.)
Replace saturated filter with a dry filter.
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