Summary of Contents for Black Diamond Equipment VFB511B 3801
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5 GALLON WET/DRY VAC Operation Manual MODEL #’s VFB511B 3801 This safety alert symbol identifies important safety messages in this manual. Failure to follow this important safety information may result in serious injury or death.
WARRANTY We take pride in producing a high quality, durable product. This Black ™ Diamond product carries a limited five (5) year warranty against defects in workmanship and materials from date of purchase under normal household use. If product is to be used for commercial, industrial, or rental use, a 90 day limited warranty will apply.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS VACUUM. Read and understand this operator’s manual and all labels on the Wet/Dry Vacuum cleaner before operating. Safety is a combination of common sense, staying alert and knowing how your vacuum works. Use this Wet/Dry Vacuum only as described in this manual.
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• To reduce the risk of injury from accidental starting, unplug power cord before changing or cleaning filter. • Do not leave vacuum when plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before servicing. • Turn off all controls before unplugging. •...
DOUBLE INSULATION INSTRUCTIONS This Wet/Dry Vacuum is double-insulated, eliminating the need for a separate grounding system. Use only identical replacement parts. Read the instructions for Servicing Double-Insulated Wet/Dry Vacuum before servicing. Use this Wet/Dry Vacuum as described in this manual. Observe the following warnings that appear on the motor housing of your Wet/Dry Vac.
KNOWLEDGE OF THE SYSTEM, AND SHOULD BE DONE ONLY BY QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. REPLACEMENT PARTS FOR A DOUBLE-INSULATED WET/DRY VACUUM MUST BE IDENTICAL TO THE PARTS THEY REPLACE. YOUR DOUBLE-INSULATED WET/DRY VAC IS MARKED WITH THE WORDS ‘DOUBLE INSULATED’ AND THE SYMBOL (SQUARE WITHIN A SQUARE) MAY ALSO BE MARKED ON THE APPLIANCE.
SYMBOLS The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product. SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, DANGER will result in death or serious injury. Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, WARNING could result in death or serious injury.
UNPACKING & CHECKING CARTON CONTENTS Remove all contents from the box. Remove the power head and take out any contents inside the collection tank. Check each item against the carton contents list. Carton Contents List: Description Qty. Vacuum Assembly ..........1 Handle ..............1 Extension Wand ..........1 Foam Wet Filter ..........1...
GENERAL ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS A Philips head screw driver is required. WARNING DO NOT PLUG THE POWER CORD INTO A POWER OUTLET. MAKE SURE THE PLUG IS DISCONNECTED BEFORE ASSEMBLING THE WET/DRY VACUUM. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE TO RAIN. UNPACKING YOUR WET/DRY VACUUM &...
9. Position the hose storage rack as illustrated. Insert one side of the rack into the channel making sure it is secured in place. Squeeze the other end and insert it into the corresponding channel making sure it is secured (Fig. 10 & 11). 10.
DRY VACUUM OPERATION DRY VACUUMING WARNING BE SURE TO READ, UNDERSTAND, AND APPLY INFORMATION ENTITLED “IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS”. DO NOT VACUUM IN AREAS WITH FLAMMABLE GASES, VAPORS, OR EXPLOSIVE DUSTS IN THE AIR. FLAMMABLE GASES OR VAPORS INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO: LIGHTER FLUID, SOLVENT TYPE CLEANERS, OIL-BASED PAINTS, GASOLINE, ALCOHOL, OR AEROSOL SPRAYS.
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Your wet/dry vacuum comes with the cartridge filter pre-installed. For installation instructions, see page 13 (Fig. 2 & 3). 3. Place the filter retainer on the top of the cartridge filter and tighten down by turning the retainer handle clockwise (Fig. 4). 4.
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LIQUID VACUUM OPERATION LIQUID VACUUMING WARNING BE SURE TO READ, UNDERSTAND, AND APPLY INFORMATION ENTITLED “IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS”. DO NOT VACUUM IN AREAS WITH FLAMMABLE GASES, VAPORS, OR EXPLOSIVE DUSTS IN THE AIR. FLAMMABLE GASES OR VAPORS INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO: LIGHTER FLUID, SOLVENT TYPE CLEANERS, OIL-BASED PAINTS, GASOLINE, ALCOHOL, OR AEROSOL SPRAYS.
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6. Once you have completed vacuuming, flip the switch to the 'O' OFF position and unplug the power cord from the outlet. 7. After use, empty the collection tank, clean and dry the inside and outside before storage (Fig. 7). IMPORTANT! When vacuuming large quantities of liquids, do not immerse the nozzle completely in the liquid;...
BLOWER OPERATION This Wet/Dry Vac has blowing capabilities. To use the blower feature follow the instructions listed. WARNING ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GOGGLES COMPLYING WITH ANSI Z87.1 (OR IN CANADA, CSAZ94.3) BEFORE USING BLOWER. KEEP BYSTANDERS CLEAR FROM BLOWING DEBRIS. WEAR A DUST MASK IF BLOWING CREATES DUST THAT MIGHT BE INHALED.
MAINTENANCE EMPTYING THE COLLECTION TANK WARNING ALWAYS DISCONNECT THE PLUG FROM THE POWER OUTLET BEFORE REMOVING THE POWER HEAD FROM COLLECTION TANK. 1. Verify that the power cord is disconnected from the outlet (Fig. 1). 2. Disconnect the hose from the vacuum (Fig. 2). 3.
CORD STORAGE 1. When unpacking your new Wet/Dry Vacuum, the cord storage hooks will be turned inward. 2. To use the cord storage, rotate both hooks outward until they click into place (Fig. 1 & 2). 3. When you are ready to use your vacuum, simply rotate one of the hooks inward to quickly release the cord (Fig.
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REMOVING & CLEANING CARTRIDGE FILTER 1. Unlock and remove the filter retainer by turning the retainer handle counter clockwise. 2. With the removed power head in an upside down position, carefully remove the cartridge filter from the filter cage (Fig. 6). 3.
INSTALLING & CLEANING FOAM WET FILTER INSTALLING FOAM WET FILTER 1. Verify that the power cord is disconnected from the outlet (Fig.1). 2. Remove the power head and place in an upside down position. Follow instructions to remove the cartridge filter on page 13. 3.
TROUBLESHOOTING WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, UNPLUG BEFORE TROUBLESHOOTING. PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Check the power supply, cord, No power supply. breakers, and fuses. Unplug and check the power cord. Faulty power cord. If damaged, have it repaired by a The wet/dry vacuum will not professional.
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