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Vacmaster VF408 Operator's Manual

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Wet/Dry Vacuum
Operator's Manual
4 Gallon
Model No.
VF408
FOR YOUR SAFETY
Read and understand this manual before use.
Keep this manual for future reference.
Distributed By
Replacement Filters &
Cleva North America, Inc.
Accessories available at:
601 Regent Park Court
Vacmaster.com
Greenville, SC 29607

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  • Page 1 Wet/Dry Vacuum Operator’s Manual 4 Gallon Model No. VF408 FOR YOUR SAFETY Read and understand this manual before use. Keep this manual for future reference. Distributed By Replacement Filters & Cleva North America, Inc. Accessories available at: 601 Regent Park Court Vacmaster.com...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    FOR YOUR SAFETY: CAREFULLY READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS. WARRANTY We take pride in producing a high quality, durable product. This Vacmaster® product carries a limited two (2) year warranty against defects in workmanship and materials from date of purchase under normal household use.

  • Page 3: Safety Instructions & Warnings

    Safety is a combination of common sense, staying alert, and knowing how your vacuum works. Use this Wet/Dry Vac only as described in this manual. To reduce the risk of personal ® injury or damage to your Wet/Dry Vac, use only Vacmaster recommended accessories. Household Type SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

  • Page 4: Extension Cords

    DOUBLE INSULATION INSTRUCTIONS This Wet/Dry Vac is double-insulated, eliminating the need for a separate grounding system. Use only identical replacements parts. Read the instructions for Servicing Double-Insulated Wet/Dry Vacs before servicing. Use this Wet/Dry Vac as described in this manual. Observe the following warnings that appear on the motor housing of your Wet/Dry Vac.

  • Page 5: Unpacking & Checking Carton Contents

    UNPACKING & CHECKING CARTON CONTENTS Remove all contents from the box. Remove the power head and take out any contents inside the collection tank. Check each item against the carton contents list. Carton Contents List: Description..........Qty. Vac Assembly........Hose............2-in-1 Utility Nozzle.......

  • Page 6: General Assembly Instructions

    GENERAL ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS A Philips head screw driver is required. WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE TO RAIN. MAKE SURE PLUG IS DISCONNECTED BEFORE ASSEMBLING THE WET/DRY VAC. UNPACKING YOUR WET/DRY VACUUM & GENERAL ASSEMBLY 1.

  • Page 7: Dry Vacuum Operation

    DRY VACUUM OPERATION DRY VACUUMING WARNING: BE SURE TO READ, UNDERSTAND, AND APPLY, INFORMATION ENTITLED ‘SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS & WARNINGS’. 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-BASED PAINTS, GASOLINE, ALCOHOL, OR AEROSOL SPRAYS.

  • Page 8: Liquid Vacuum Operation

    LIQUID VACUUM OPERATION LIQUID VACUUMING WARNING: BE SURE TO READ, UNDERSTAND, AND APPLY, INFORMATION ENTITLED ‘SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS & WARNINGS’. 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-BASED PAINTS, GASOLINE, ALCOHOL, OR AEROSOL SPRAYS.

  • Page 9: Maintenance

    clean and dry the inside and outside before storage. REMEMBER! The foam wet filter must be removed after wet vacuuming, and a cartridge filter must be installed before dry vacuuming again. MAINTENANCE 1. Verify that the power cord is disconnected from the outlet. (fig.1) 2.

  • Page 10: Installing & Cleaning Cartridge Filter

    INSTALLING & CLEANING CARTRIDGE FILTER Installing Cartridge Filter 1. Verify that the power cord is disconnected from the outlet. (fig. 1) 2. Remove power head and place in upside down position. 3. Install the cartridge filter over the filter cage and carefully push filter in until it stops against the power head.

  • Page 11: Installing & Cleaning Foam Wet Filter

    INSTALLING & CLEANING FOAM WET FILTER Installing Foam Wet Filter 1. Verify that the power cord is disconnected from the outlet. (fig. 1) 2. Remove power head and place in upside down position. Follow instructions to remove cartridge filter. 3. Carefully slide foam wet filter down over the filter cage making sure the cage is completely covered.

  • Page 12: Exploded View

    EXPLODED VIEW...

  • Page 13: Parts List

    PARTS LIST Part Part Number Description Quantity 551009101 Handle Assembly 551013103 Hose Storage Rack Power Head Assembly 551013104 Float 551009103 Filter Basket 551001111 Latch Assembly Collection Tank 551009106 Rear Wheel Assembly A 551009108 Front Casters 551009109 Rear Wheel Assembly B 551003109 1-1/4"...

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