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Lavex 457PRO16GAL Owner's Manual page 2

16 gallon wet/dry vacs

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OPERATION
TO VACUUM SOLIDS
Never vacuum solids WITHOUT THE FILTER, this will damage the machine and invalidate the warranty.
Follow the instructions in "Filter Assembly" on this page.
AIR EXPULSION SYSTEM
Never eject air WITHOUT THE FILTER, this will damage the machine and invalidate the warranty.
This Lavex™ vacuum cleaner also functions as an air blower. It has the capability to blow sawdust and
other debris. It is excellent to use to blow dust and debrisout of garages or off patios and driveways.
WARNING:
To avoid injury to by standers, keep them clear of blowing debris. The operation of any utility vac can
result in foreign objects being blown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear
safety goggles.
To use your vacuum as a blower:
1. Locate the blowing port of your vac.
2. Insert flexible end of the hose into the blowing port.
3. Turn vac "ON" and you are ready to use your vac as a blower.
IMPORTANT:
To avoid damage to the unit do not let the motor run with a full tank.
TO VACUUM LIQUIDS
PLACED, this will damage the filter and invalidate the warranty.
Never vacuum liquids whith the filter
1. Separate the top part of the vacuum cleaner.
2. Remove the filter from the motor grille,
or the bag from the suction port.
3. Place the top part in its place,
until you hear the click of the sides.
4. Place the hose in the suction port, then the
accessory, turn on and go.
HOSE CLAMPS ASSEMBLY
1. Make sure the vacuum head is
correctly assembled to the tank.
2. Place the hose clamp with a slight
angle in the space assigned for this
accessory. (As shown in image)
3. Afterwards, center the accessory and
push it down. (As shown in image)
4. Verify that the accessory is properly
placed.
CLEANING THE TANK
1. Unplug power cord.
2. Remove the hose.
3. Unlock the side latches.
4. Place cover upside down on a clean surface.
5. Dump tank contents into a waste container.
WARNING
To avoid back injury or falls, do not lift a vac
heavy with liquid or debris. Scoop or drain
enough contents out to make the vac light
enough to lift comfortably.
STORAGE
Before storing your vac, the dust tank should be emptied and
cleaned.
Accessories should be stored on the tool caddy.
The vac should be stored in doors.
Fits 12 gallon units.
This vacuum cleaner should be only used for collecting dry debris
and dirt. Do not use to vacuum toxic materials. Change frequently.
Do not use vacuum with a saturated or broken bag. Always use
the unit with the filter when vacuuming dry debris and dust.
FILTER MAINTENANCE
WARNING:
To avoid injury from accidental starting, unplug power cord before changing or cleaning filter.
CLEANING: Your filter should be changed often to maintain peak vac performance.
NOTE: This filter is made of high quality materials designed to stop very small particles of
dust. Handle the filter carefully when removing to clean or installing it. Creases in the filter
pleats may occur from installation but creases will not affect the performance of the filter.
Manufactured for: Fabricado para:
Lavex Janitorial
2205 Old Philadelphia Pike
Lancaster, PA 17602
P. (717) 392-7550
www.webstaurantstore.com
MADE IN MEXICO / HECHO EN MÉXICO
Never vacuum liquids WITH THE FILTER
Always use the unit with the filter when vacuuming dry debris and dust.
IMPORTANT: After cleaning the paper filter, check for holes. If any holes are foundreplace the
filter immediately. Even small holes will permit dust to come out of the vac.
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
To keep your wet / dry vac looking its best, clean the outside with a cloth dampened with water
and mild soap.
To clean the tank:
1. Dump out debris.
2. Wash drum thoroughly.
3. Wipe out with dry cloth.
To use vacuum with disposable HEPA bag:
1. Remove pleated
2. Move bag over suction inlet.The
filter from cage.
bag has a plastic border that must
move over the small plastic nubs, all
the way to the end.
TROUBLE SHOOTING
PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSE
Vacuum does not start
Not firmly plugged in.
Tank full.
Filter is dirty.
Low suction
Obstruction in hose
Motor head not
installed correctly
WARRANTY
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also
have other rights, which vary from state to state.
This product is warranted against malfunctions and defects in
material and workmanship for a period of 1 (one) year and 5 (five)
years on motor and transmission.
THIS WARRANTY SHALL NOT APPLY to any products or parts
there of which have been damaged by tampering, misuse or
abuse or which have been altered or repaired by an unauthorized
person or service center.
THIS WARRANTY SHALL NOT APPLY to brushes, since length
of their life depends upon the amount of use.
FOR REPAIR, the inoperative machine must be delivered with
shipping and delivery charges prepaid, together with satisfactory
evidence of the purchase date to the dealer from whom it was
purchased. Lavex will either repair or replace, at its election, all
defective machines during the warranty period.
THE FOREGOING OBLIGATIONS ARE IN LIEU OF ALL
OBLIGATIONS AND LIABILITIES INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE
AND STATE LAVEX'S ENTIRE AND EXCLUSIVELY LIABILTIY
AND PURHCASER'S EXCLUSIVE REMEDY LAVEX WILL IN
NO EVENT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, SPECIAL,
INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OR LOSSES
WHATSOEVER, AND LAVEX LIABILITY UNDER NO
CIRCUMSTANCES WILL EXCEED THE CONTRACT PRICE
FOR THE GOODS OR PARTS FOR WHICH LIABILITY IS
CLAIMED.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental
or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion
may not apply to you.
3. Assemble, motor head and the
vacuum cleaner is ready to use.
POSSIBLE SOLUTION
Plug in firmly.
Empty the tank.
Shake dust out of filter.
Shake dust out of filter.
See "Filter Maintenance"
section.
Connect the hose to the
blowing port until hoseis
clear.
Be sure that the
motorhead seats
properlyon the tank.
PRINTED IN MEXICO

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