Warranty; Rules For Safe Operation - Craftsman 113.179881 Owner's Manual

FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN WET-DRY VAC$.
If within one year from date of purchase, this Craftsman Wet-Dry Mac fails due to a defect in
material or workmanship, Sears will repair it, free of charge.
WARRANTY SERVICE iS AVAILABLE BY SIMPLY CONTACTING THE NEAREST SEARS
STORE OR SERVICE CENTER THROUGHOUT 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
SAFETY iNSTRUCTiONS
Rules for Safe Operation
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 eliminatesthe
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.
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
vapors or dusts, do not vacuum toxic materials.
5. Do not use VAC with torn filter. Replace filter if
torn.
6. WARNING: To avoid your hair or a small child's
hair from being pulled into your vac motor, keep
all hair away from the motor inlet located on top
of the vac.
7. Sears Service Center can repair your vac should
the need ever exist. However, if you choose to
service the vac yourself please read and
understand MAINTENANCE instructions
before changing brush assembly.
WARNING: Taking apart this VAC can result in
dangerous electrical hazards if any leads (wires)
are pinched against metal surfaces when VAC is
put together again. Reassemble carefully.
8. Replace both brushes when either is worn to
about 1/4" in length or after about 500 operating
hours.
9. NOTE: Static Buid-up -- A stationary electrical
charge may sometimes build up around your
vac hose and housing. This is common in dry
areas and a slight shock may be gotten much the
same as walking across a carpet and touching a
wall switch. This is onlytemporaryand does not
affect the use of the vac.
A special 2-1/2 inch diameter hose and
extension handle kit which may reduce the
amount of static build up, Service Part Number
73100, can be purchased through your Sears
Service Department.
10. Plug VAC into 110-120v, outlet protected by 15
amp. fuse or circuit breaker.
11. Empty drum and clean filter often to keep motor
cool and running at its best.
WARNING: Unplug power cord before cleaning
or changing the filter.
12. Grasp plug to remove from wall socket, not by
pulling cord.
13. Don't use VAC unless filter is in correct position.
14. Don't oil or grease motor or blower bearings.
These are sealed bearings.
15. Make sure filter is dry for both dry vacuuming
and storing.
16. Use only recommended accessories.
17. 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
CAUTION: Keep Filter clean.
WARNING: To avoid electrical shock do not expose
to rain. Store indoors.
WARNING: For your own safety, read and
understand Owner's Manual. Do not pick up
flammable materials, hot ashes or coals. Do not use
around explosive liquids or vapors.