Troubleshooting - Shop-Vac Shop-Pac SP Series User Manual

PROBLEM
Parts/accessories
missing
Vacuum cleaner
will not start
Dust discharging
from exhaust
Loss of suction
Static shock
WARNING
DETACHED OR BROKEN, EXPOSING THE MOTOR OR ANY OTHER ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS,
OPERATION SHOULD BE DISCONTINUED IMMEDIATELY TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY OR
FURTHER DAMAGE TO THE VACUUM. REPAIRS SHOULD BE MADE BEFORE REUSING THE
VACUUM.
ONE YEAR INDUSTRIAL/COMMERCIAL WARRANTY
One year limited warranty
Shop-Vac Corporation warrants the vacuum cleaner contained in this package for one year from the
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date of purchase to correct by repair or parts replacement without charge any product defect due to faulty
material or workmanship. Should this product be used for rental service, a 90 day limited warranty will
apply. THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER ACCESSORIES. Shop-Vac
or faulty performance caused by misuse or careless handling, or where repairs or modifications have been
made or attempted by others. Proof of purchase date is required. This warranty gives you specific legal
rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state or province to province.
Customers in the United States: for product service contact Shop-Vac
(570) 326-3557 or go to www.shopvac.com/support. Visit www.shopvac.com for your vacuum's parts list
schematic.
Customers in Canada: for product service return the complete unit, (transportation prepaid), to the
Authorized Shop-Vac® Service Centre nearest you. A complete list of Authorized Service Centres is
included
Customers in Mexico: for product service see paperwork that came with your unit.

TROUBLESHOOTING

POSSIBLE CAUSES
1. Packed in tank
1. No power at receptacle
2. Defective switch
3. Defective motor
1. Filter not installed/not installed
properly
2. Filter damaged
3. Filter clogged or dust is too fine
4. Filter not functional
1. Loose hose connection
2. Filter clogged
3. Full tank
4. Hole in hose
1. Dry environment
2. Relative humidity of air is low
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IF ANY OF THE MOTOR HOUSING PARTS SHOULD BECOME
SOLUTION
1. Check in tank
1. Check for power
2. Contact Shop-Vac
customer service
3. Contact Shop-Vac
customer service
1. Properly install filter
2. Replace filter
3. Use more efficient filter
4. Clean or replace filter
1. Tighten hose connection
2. Clean or replace filter
3. Empty tank
4. Replace hose
1. Add moisture to air (if
practical, use a console
or installed humidifier).
2. This situation is temporary
and does not affect the use
of the vacuum cleaner.
assumes no responsibility for damage
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Corporation Customer Service, at
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