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Wet/Dry Vacuum 240-5416 Rev.01 OPERATOR’S MANUAL CAUTION: To Reduce The Risk Of Injury, User Must Read And Understand Operator's Manual. Save These Instructions For Future Reference.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS & WARNINGS The purpose of safety symbols is to attract our attention to possible dangers. The safety symbols, and the explanations with them, deserve your careful attention and understanding. The symbol warnings do not by themselves eliminate any danger. The instructions and warnings they give are no substitutes for proper accident prevention measures.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS & WARNINGS READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS starting, unplug power cord before changing BEFORE USING THIS VACUUM. or cleaning filter. • Do not leave vacuum when plugged in. Read and understand this operator’s manual Unplug from outlet when not in use and and all labels on the vacuum cleaner before before servicing.
DOUBLE INSULATION INSTRUCTIONS This Wet/Dry Vacuum is double-insulated, WITH STANDARD WET/DRY FILTER. THIS eliminating the need for a separate grounding TYPE OF DUST IS VERY FINE WHICH MAY NOT system. Use only identical replacement parts. BE CAPTURED BY THE FILTER AND CAUSE Read the instructions for Servicing Double- DAMAGE TO MOTOR.
UNPACKING & CHECKING CARTON CONTENTS Remove all contents from the box. Remove the powerhead and take out any contents inside the collection tank. Check each item against the carton contents list. Hose Extension Wands Vacuum Assembly Utility Nozzle Crevice Tool Floor Nozzle Foam Wet Filter Cartridge Filter...
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UNPACKING & CHECKING CARTON CONTENTS Handle On/Off Switch Hose Storage Rack Powerhead Vacuum Port Blower Port Latch Collection Tank Accessory Storage Caster Foot Caster Drain Page 6...
GENERAL ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS A Phillips head screwdriver is required. 4. Remove the contents from inside the collection tank. Make sure you have all contents WARNING: DO NOT PLUG THE as listed on page 5 (Fig. 4) . POWER CORD INTO A POWER OUTLET. MAKE SURE THE PLUG IS DISCONNECTED Fig.
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GENERAL ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 7. Your vacuum comes ready for dry vacuum 10. Place the powerhead back on the collection cleaning. If the cartridge filter is not installed, tank and secure into place using the latches refer to page 18 for installation instructions (Fig.
GENERAL ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS NOISE DIFFUSER For quiet operation, install the noise diffuser into the blower port by inserting the locking end of the diffuser into the blower port and turning clockwise to lock into place (Fig. 15). Fig. 15 POLARIZED PLUG To reduce the risk of electrical shock, this appliance has a polarized plug (one blade wider than the other).
DRY VACUUM OPERATION DRY VACUUMING the cartridge filter pre-installed. For installation instructions, see page 18 (Fig. 2). WARNING: BE SURE TO READ, Fig. 2 Fig. 3 UNDERSTAND, AND APPLY INFORMATION ENTITLED ‘SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS & WARNINGS’. DO NOT VACUUM IN AREAS WITH FLAMMABLE GASES, VAPORS, OR EXPLOSIVE DUST IN THE AIR.
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DRY VACUUM OPERATION O P E R A T I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S : D R Y 9. Turn the vacuum on by flipping the on/ VACUUMING off switch to the ‘I’ ON position and begin vacuuming (Fig.
LIQUID VACUUM OPERATION LIQUID VACUUMING Fig. 2 WARNING: BE SURE TO READ, UNDERSTAND, AND APPLY INFORMATION ENTITLED ‘SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS & WARNINGS’. DO NOT VACUUM IN AREAS WITH FLAMMABLE GASES, VAPORS, OR EXPLOSIVE DUST IN THE AIR. FLAMMABLE GASES OR VAPORS INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO: LIGHTER FLUID, SOLVENT TYPE CLEANERS, OIL-BASED PAINTS, GASOLINE, ALCOHOL, OR...
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LIQUID VACUUM OPERATION I M P O R T A N T ! W h e n v a c u u m i n g l a r g e Fig. 5 quantities of liquids, do not immerse the nozzle completely in the liquid;...
BLOWER OPERATION This Wet/Dry Vacuum has blowing capabilities. 5. Choose the desired accessory and insert To use the blower feature, follow the instructions onto the free end of the hose (Fig. 3). listed below. Fig. 3 WARNING: ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GOGGLES COMPLYING WITH ANSI Z87.1 (OR IN CANADA, CSAZ94.3) BEFORE USING BLOWER.
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BLOWER OPERATION 7. Before turning on the vacuum, firmly hold the loose end of the hose. Turn the motor on by flipping the switch to the ‘I’ ON position (Fig. 6). Fig. 6 8. Once you have completed blowing, flip the on/off switch to the 'O' OFF position and unplug the power cord from the outlet (Fig.
MAINTENANCE EMPTYING THE COLLECTION TANK 4. Clear all dirt or debris from the collection tank and hose into a proper waste container WARNING: (Fig. 4). ALWAYS DISCONNECT THE PLUG FROM THE POWER OUTLET Fig. 4 BEFORE REMOVING THE POWERHEAD FROM THE COLLECTION TANK. 1.
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MAINTENANCE STORAGE REPAIRS Before storing your vacuum, the collection Repairs for this wet/dry vacuum should be tank should be emptied and cleaned. The cord performed only by qualified service personnel should be wrapped then hung on the hook of using only identical replacement parts. the carry handle or wrapped around the cord hooks on the push/pull handle.
INSTALLING & CLEANING CARTRIDGE FILTER INSTALLING CARTRIDGE FILTER REMOVING & CLEANING CARTRIDGE FILTER 1. Verify that the power cord is disconnected from the outlet (Fig. 1). 1. Unlock and remove the filter retainer by turning retainer handle counterclockwise. Fig. 1 2.
DUST COLLECTION BAG INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 1. Lift the powerhead off the collection tank. 2. Slide the cardboard dust collection bag flange onto inlet port until it stops (Fig 1). Fig. 1 3. Unfold the dust collection bag so that it is evenly distributed around the inside of the tank (Fig.
INSTALLING & CLEANING FOAM WET FILTER INSTALLING FOAM WET FILTER CLEANING FOAM WET FILTER 1. Verify that the power cord is disconnected 1. With the removed powerhead in an upside- from the outlet (Fig. 1). down position, carefully remove the foam wet filter (Fig.
TROUBLESHOOTING WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, UNPLUG BEFORE TROUBLESHOOTING. PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION 1) Check the power supply cord, 1) No power supply. breakers, and fuses. 2) Unplug and check the power 2) Faulty power cord. cord. If damaged, have it The wet/dry vacuum will repaired by a professional.
The warranty coverage ends when the product becomes unusable for reasons ® other than defects in workmanship or material. If, during normal use, this MASTERFORCE wet/ dry vacuum breaks or fails due to a defect in material or workmanship, simply bring the vacuum ®...
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