Bauer 1952E-B14, 56579 - 14 Gallon Wet/Dry Vacuum Manual

Introduction

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WARNING SYMBOLS AND DEFINITIONS

	This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
	Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
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NOTICE CAUTION	Addresses practices not related to personal injury.

Instructions Pertaining to a Risk of Fire, Electric Shock, or iInjury to Persons

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury:

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, return it to a service center.
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 opening 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. Turn off all controls before unplugging.
12. Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.
13. Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids, such as gasoline, or use in areas where they may be present.
14. This appliance is provided with double insulation. Use only identical replacement parts. See instructions for Servicing of Double-Insulated Appliances.
15. Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes.
16. Do not use without dust bag and/or filters in place.
17. FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.
18. Dry your hands and feet before touching plug or switch.
19. Do not continue to use the vacuum when the tank is full of liquid.
20. Do not use to pick up water from containers, i.e., sinks, tubs, barrels, etc.
21. Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating an appliance. Do not use an appliance while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention while operating appliances may result in serious personal injury.
22. Maintain labels and nameplates on the appliance. These carry important safety information. If unreadable or missing, contact Harbor Freight Tools for a replacement.
23. People with pacemakers should consult their physician(s) before use. Electromagnetic fields in close proximity to heart pacemaker could cause pacemaker interference or pacemaker failure.
24. The warnings, precautions, and instructions discussed in this instruction manual cannot cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur. It must be understood by the operator that common sense and caution are factors which cannot be built into this product, but must be supplied by the operator.

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Servicing of Double-Insulated Appliances

A double-insulated appliance is marked with one or more of the following: The words "DOUBLE INSULATION" or "DOUBLE INSULATED" or the double insulation symbol (square within a square):

In a double-insulated appliance, two systems of insulation are provided instead of grounding. No grounding means is provided on a double-insulated appliance, nor should a means for grounding be added to the appliance. Servicing a double-insulated appliance requires extreme care and knowledge of the system, and should be done only by qualified service personnel. Replacement parts for a double-insulated appliance must be identical to the parts they replace.

Polarization Instructions

To reduce the risk of electric shock, this appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). This plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the proper outlet. Do not change the plug in any way.

Specifications

Setup - Before Use

Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION section at the beginning of this manual including all text under subheadings therein before set up or use of this product.

TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM ACCIDENTAL OPERATION:
Turn the power Switch of the appliance off and unplug the appliance from its electrical outlet before performing any procedure in this section.

Note: For additional information regarding the parts listed in the following pages, refer to the Assembly Diagram near the end of this manual.

Components and Controls

Assembly

1. Pull Clips outward, then remove Power Head by its Handle.
   

2. Remove contents from Tank, then turn Tank over and attach Swivel Casters with Screws.
   

3. For dry vacuuming:
   1. Slide Filter over Filter Cage.
      
      
   2. Secure Filter with Locking Cap.
      

4. For wet vacuuming: Remove Filter.
5. Replace Power Head with Power Switch facing forward. Secure with Clips.
6. Push end of Hose into Vacuum Port until clip on Hose clicks into tab on Port.
   

7. Add Extension Wand(s) and Nozzles as needed.

Operating instructions

Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION section at the beginning of this manual including all text under subheadings therein before set up or use of this product.

Vacuum Operation

TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM ACCIDENTAL OPERATION:
Turn the Switch off and unplug the power cord from its electrical outlet before removing the Power Head.

Table A: RECOMMENDED MINIMUM WIRE GAUGE FOR EXTENSION CORDS (120 VOLT)

1. USE PROPER EXTENSION CORD.
   Make sure your extension cord is in good condition. When using an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your product will draw. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating. Table A shows the correct size to use depending on cord length and nameplate ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge. The smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord.
2. Turn Power Switch OFF. Plug Power Cord into electrical outlet.
3. Hold the Hose securely. Turn Power Switch ON.

4. WHEN WET VACUUMING:
   
   TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM ELECTRIC SHOCK:
   Dry your hands and feet before touching plug or switch. Do not continue to use the vacuum when the tank is full of liquid.
   
   Leave a gap at the tip of the nozzle opening to allow air inflow. Do not immerse the nozzle completely in liquid.
   When the Motor sound becomes higher in pitch, the tank is full and the float is closing off the motor intake.
   
   IMMEDIATELY:
   1. DRY YOUR HANDS AND FEET,
   2. turn the Vacuum OFF,
   3. unplug the Power Cord,
   4. empty the Tank:
      • Remove Drain Cap.
      • When empty, replace Drain Cap.
5. To prevent accidents, DRY YOUR HANDS AND FEET, turn off the appliance and unplug it after use. Empty and clean Tank, dry Tank, clean Filter (see Сleaning Filter), then store the appliance indoors out of children's reach.

Blower Operation

TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM ACCIDENTAL OPERATION:
Turn the Switch off and unplug the power cord from its electrical outlet before removing the Power Head.

TABLE B: RECOMMENDED MINIMUM WIRE GAUGE FOR EXTENSION CORDS (120 VOLT)

Wear ANSI-approved safety goggles before use.

1. USE PROPER EXTENSION CORD.
   Make sure your extension cord is in good condition. When using an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your product will draw. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating. Table B shows the correct size to use depending on cord length and nameplate ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge. The smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord.

2. Remove Power Head and clean out the Tank before using the appliance as a Blower.
   
   Any material left in the tank may be blown out, causing injury.
3. Replace Power Head with Power Switch facing forward. Secure with Clips.
4. Remove Hose from Vacuum Port. Push end of Hose into Blower Port, on back of Power Head, until clip on Hose clicks into tab on Port.
5. Turn Power Switch OFF.
   Plug Power Cord into electrical outlet.
6. Hold the Hose securely. Turn Power Switch ON.
   
   Do not point Hose toward another person or animal.
7. To prevent accidents, turn off the appliance and unplug it after use. Clean, then store the appliance indoors out of children's reach.

User-maintenance and Storage

Procedures not specifically explained in this manual must be performed only by a qualified technician.

TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM ACCIDENTAL OPERATION:
Turn the Switch of the appliance off and unplug the appliance from its electrical outlet before performing any procedure in this section.
TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM APPLIANCE FAILURE: Do not use damaged equipment. if abnormal noise or vibration occurs, have the problem corrected before further use.

Cleaning, Maintenance, and Lubrication

1. BEFORE EACH USE, inspect the general condition of the appliance. Check for:
   • loose hardware
   • misalignment or binding of moving parts
   • air leakage on the Tank or Power Head connection
   • cracked or broken parts
   • damaged electrical wiring
   • any other condition that may affect its safe operation.

2. AFTER USE, wipe external surfaces of the appliance with clean cloth. Store in an indoor dry area out of reach of children.
3. All parts are permanently lubricated. Do not use additional lubrication.
4. 
   If the supply cord of this appliance is damaged, it must be replaced only by a qualified service technician.

Cleaning Filter

To ensure proper operation, clean the Filter regularly. Torn Filter should be replaced:

1. Remove Filter.
2. Tap or shake Filter into a waste can.
3. If needed, flush with plain water from the inside. Allow the Filter to dry for at least 24 hours before replacing.
   
   Installing a wet Filter will increase the risk of electric shock and may damage the vacuum.
4. Replace Filter.

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