Emptying Liquid Waste From The Tank; Automatic Suction Shut Off; Lubrication; Storage - Shop-Vac SC16 Series User Manual

WARNING
FROM BEING BLOWN OR RICOCHETING INTO THE EYES OR FACE WHICH CAN RESULT IN
SERIOUS INJURY.

EMPTYING LIQUID WASTE FROM THE TANK

To empty liquid waste from the tank, turn the vacuum off and remove the plug from the wall outlet.
Remove the drain cap and deposit the liquid waste in a suitable drain. Use side carry handles for lifting vac
when draining tank into drains that are located above floor level. After the tank is empty, return the drain
cap to it's original position.

AUTOMATIC SUCTION SHUT OFF

The vacuum is equipped with an automatic suction shut-off that operates when picking up liquids. As the
level of the liquid rises in the tank, an internal float rises until it seats itself against a seal at the intake of the
motor, shutting off suction. When this happens, the motor will develop a higher than normal pitch noise and
the suction is drastically reduced. If this occurs, turn unit off immediately. Failure to turn unit off after float
rises and shuts off suction will result in extensive damage to the motor. To continue use, empty the liquid
waste from the tank as outlined in the previous section.
NOTE : IF ACCIDENTALLY TIPPED OVER, THE VACUUM COULD LOSE SUCTION, IF THIS OCCURS, TURN UNIT
OFF AND PLACE VAC IN UPRIGHT POSITION. THIS WILL ALLOW THE FLOAT TO RETURN TO ITS NORMAL
POSITION AND YOU WILL BE ABLE TO CONTINUE OPERATION.
No lubrication is necessary as the motor is equipped with lifetime lubricated bearings.
1. Before storing your vacuum the tank should be emptied and cleaned.
2. The power cord can be wrapped around the cord wraps provided on back of the
tank cover.
3. The hose may be stored in the hose holder. To do this place one end of the hose
between the hose holder posts and the tank cover. Wrap the hose around the tank
cover keeping the hose tucked between the posts and the cover.
4. If your vacuum came with a tool storage bag, the accessories may be stored in
the bag. The vacuum should be stored indoors.
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ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION TO PREVENT ROCKS OR DEBRIS

LUBRICATION

STORAGE