Operation; Vacuuming Dry Materials - Craftsman 125.12002 Operator's Manual

Operation

Vacuuming Dry Materials

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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 fl ammable gases, vapors, or explosive dusts in the
air. Flammable gases or vapors include but are not limited to: lighter fl uid,
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. In order to prepare your vacuum for dry
vacuuming, verify that the cartridge fi lter
is securely mounted. Make sure the fi lter
is pushed in until it stops against the
power head. (Fig. 2) (Your Wet/Dry Vac
comes with the cartridge fi lter pre-
installed, if not, see page 10 for
installation instructions.)
3. Place fi lter retainer on top of cartridge
fi lter and tighten by turning the retainer
handle clockwise. (Fig. 3)
4. Optional, for improved dust fi ltering, fi t
collection dust bag fl ange onto the inlet
stub, taking care not to damage the bag.
(Fig. 4)
5. Place the power head back on the
collection tank, aligning the top section
with the latches, and lock into place.
(Fig. 5)
6. Insert the locking end of the hose into
the vacuum port and screw in place.
Push the desired extension wands or
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7. Verify that the switch is in the 'O' OFF
8. Turn the motor on by pressing the switch
9. Once you have completed vacuuming,
DO NOT USE THE CARTRIDGE FILTER
AND THE DUST COLLECTION BAG FOR
LIQUID VACUUMING.
CAUTION: Do not vacuum drywall dust,
fi replace soot or ash with standard Wet/
Dry fi lter. This is very fi ne dust which will
not be captured by the fi lter and may cause
damage to motor. When vacuuming fi ne
dust use a fi ne dust fi lter (sold separately).
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attachments onto the free end of the
hose. (Fig. 6)
position before plugging the power cord
into the outlet. (Fig. 7 & 8)
to the 'I' ON position. (Fig. 9)
press the switch to the 'O' OFF position
and unplug the power cord from the
outlet. (Fig. 10 & 11)
O = OFF I = ON
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