Safety Instructions - Craftsman 113.178060 Owner's Manual

FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN WET-DRY VACS.
If within one year from date of purchase, this Craftsman Wet-Dry Vac fails due to a defect in
material or workmanship, Sears will repair it, free of charge.
WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY SIMPLY RETURNING IT TO THE NEAREST
SEARS SERVICE CENTER/DEPARTMENT THROUGHOUT THE UNITED STATES.
This warranty applies only while this product is in use in the United States.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary
from state to state.
SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO_, Dept. 698/731A, Sears Tower, Chicago, IL 60684
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1. Know Your Vac
Read and understand the owners manual and
labels affixed to the vac. Learn its applications
and limitations as well as the specific potential
hazards peculiar to this vac.
2. This Vac is Double Insulated which eliminates
the need for a separate grounding system. If the
use of an extension cord is required be sure that
it is in good condition and meets the
requirements as listed below.
NOTE: The use of any Extension Cord will cause
some loss of power. To keep the loss to a
minimum and to prevent overheating and motor
burnout, use the table below for the MINIMUM
wire size Extension Cord, Cords in poor condition
or that are too small can pose fire and shock
hazards.
Extension Cord Length Wire Size
0-50 Feet No. 14
50-100 Feet No. 12
3. WARNING: To avoid fire or explosion caused by
the igniting of vapors or dust due to the arcing of
the motor brushes:
a. Do not operate this VAC in areas with
flammable vapors (such as lighter fluid,
cleaners, oil-base paints, gasoline or
gasahol) or explosive dust (such as coal,
magnesium, grain or gun powder) in the air.
b. Do not vacuum explosive dust, flammable or
combustible liquids or hot ashes.
c. Do not use VAC as a sprayer for any
flammable or combustible liquid.
4. WARNING: To avoid health hazards from
wzpors or dusts, do not vacuum toxic materials.
5. Do not use VAC with torn filter. Replace filter if
torn.
6. Vac should be plugged into a 110-120 volt A/C
power outlet protected by a 15 amp fuse or
circuit breaker.
WARNING: To avoid injury from accidental
starting, unplug power cord before cleaning or
changing filter.
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8.
To avoid electrical or fire hazards grasp plug to
remove from wall socket. Do not pull cord.
To avoid dust and dirt accumulation do not oil or
grease motor or blower bearings. These are
sealed bearings.
To avoid injury or damage to vac use only
recommended accessories.
Note the cautions and warnings that appear on
the motor housing and dust drum:
DOUBLE INSULATED
GROUNDING NOT REQUIRED
WHEN SERVICING USE ONLY
IDENTICAL REPLACEMENT PARTS
WARNING: To avoid electrical shock do not expose
to rain. Store indoors.
WARNING: For your own safety, read and under-
stand Owner's Manual. Do not pick up toxic
flammable materials, hot ashes or coals. Do not use
around explosive liquids or vapors.
11. Keep the filter in place at all times.
NOTE: Keep Filter clean.
r WEAR YOUR
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
complying with ANSI Z87.1 (shown on Package)
before commencing operation. Safety Goggles are
available at _ears retail or catalog stores.