Shop-Vac K-SQ14 User Manual

User Manual
Please review before operating vac.
Wet/Dry Vacuum
MODEL K-SQ14
Household and Workshop Use.
ATTENTION!
Read all safety rules carefully before attempting to operate.
Retain for future reference.
DANGER!
Never operate this unit when flammable materials or vapors
are present because electrical devices produce arcs or
sparks that can cause a fire or explosion. NEVER OPERATE
UNATTENDED.
When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE.
WARNING -
1. Do not leave appliance when plugged in. Unplug from
outlet when not in use and before servicing.
2. Do not expose to rain - store indoors.
3. Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is
necessary when used by or near children.
4. Use only as described in this manual. Use only
Manufacturer's recommended attachments.
5. Do not use with damaged cord or plug. If appliance is
not working as it should, has been dropped, damaged,
left outdoors or dropped into water, contact Shop-Vac
Corporation for assistance.
6. Do Not: pull or carry by cord, use cord as a handle,
close a door on cord or pull cord around sharp edges or
corners. Do not run appliance over cord. Keep cord
away from heated surfaces.
7. Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the
plug; not the cord.
8. Do not handle plug or appliance with wet hands.
9. Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with
any openings blocked; keep free of dust, lint, hair and
anything that may reduce air flow.
10. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers and all parts of body
away from openings and moving parts.
11. Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking,
such as cigarettes, matches or hot ashes.
12. Do not use without dust bag and/or filters in place.
13. Turn off all controls before unplugging.
14. Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.
15. Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids
such as gasoline or use in areas where they may be
present.
16. Do not use your cleaner as a sprayer of flammable
liquids such as oil base paints, lacquers, household
cleaners, etc.
17. Do not vacuum toxic, carcinogenic, combustible or
other hazardous materials such as asbestos, arsenic,
barium, beryllium, lead, pesticides or other health
SHOP-VAC AUSTRALIA PTY LTD

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR INJURY:
endangering materials. Specially designed units are
available for these purposes.
18. Do not pick up wood or coal ash; soot, cement, plaster
or drywall dust without cartridge filter or collection filter
bag in place. These are very fine particles that may
pass through the foam and disc filters and affect the
performance of the motor or be exhausted back into
the air.
19. Do not leave the cord lying on the floor once you have
finished the cleaning job. It can become a tripping
hazard.
20. Use special care when emptying heavily loaded tanks.
21. To avoid spontaneous combustion, empty tank after
each use.
22. The operation of a utility vac can result in foreign
objects being blown into eyes, which can result in eye
damage. Always wear safety goggles when operating
vacuum.
23. STAY ALERT. Watch what you are doing and use
common sense. Do not use vacuum cleaner when you
are tired, distracted or under influence of drugs,
alcohol or medication causing diminished control.
24. The appliance is not intended for use by young children
or infirmed persons without supervision.
25. The appliance is not intended for use by persons
(including children) with reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities, or lack of experience and
knowledge, unless they have been given
supervision or instruction concerning use of the
appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
26. Young children should be supervised to ensure that
they do not play with the appliance.
27. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by
the manufacturer or its service agent or a similarly
qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.
Patents Issued and Pending.