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Please review before operating vac.
Wet/Dry Vacuum
MODEL 87PM140040
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,
SHOP-VAC AUSTRALIA PTY LTD
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR INJURY:
barium, beryllium, lead, pesticides or other health
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 full cloth 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.
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Summary of Contents for Shop-Vac 87PM140040
- Page 1 19. Do not leave the cord lying on the floor once you have left outdoors or dropped into water, contact Shop-Vac finished the cleaning job. It can become a tripping Corporation for assistance.
- Page 2 LIMITED THREE-YEAR WARRANTY Shop-Vac warrants the vacuum cleaner for three years from the date of purchase to correct by repair or parts replacement without charge, any product defect due to faulty material or workmanship provided that the vacuum cleaner is not used for rental service. This warranty does not cover accessories.
- Page 3 DRY PICK UP OPERATION INSTALLING FOAM SLEEVE AND REUSABLE DRY FILTER (Not standard with all models) WARNING - ALWAYS DISCONNECT THE PLUG FROM THE WALL OUTLET BEFORE REMOVING THE TANK COVER. 1. The foam sleeve and reusable dry filter may be used to pick up dust and dry material; you must install both to insure proper filtration. If the vacuum has been used to pick up liquids, the foam sleeve must be cleaned and dried before installing for dry pick up.
- Page 4 2. Clean cartridge filter by shaking or brushing off excess dirt or rinse (from the inside of the filter) with water, dry completely (approximately 24 hours) and reinstall (Figures 24 & 25). INSTALLING THE DISPOSABLE FILTER BAG (Not standard with all models) 1.
- Page 5 PUMP OPERATION PUMP (VAC) FEATURE Please Note – the pump feature is designed to pump water out of the vacuum tank. It is not intended to be a continuous running pump system. Wet (liquid) vacuum pick up volume is greater than pump discharge volume and vacuum will automatically shut-off when tank is full.
- Page 6 EMPTYING LIQUID WASTE FROM THE TANK Liquid waste may be emptied by removing the tank drain. To empty, turn unit off and remove plug from wall receptacle. Remove the drain cap and deposit the liquid waste contents in a suitable drain. After the tank is empty, return the drain cap to its original position. To continue use, plug the cord into the wall receptacle and turn the unit on.
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