Assembly; Extension Cords - Craftsman 338.17920 Owner's Manual

This appliance is for use on a nominal 120-volt circuit, and
has a grounded plug that looks like the plug illustrated in
sketch A. A temporary adapter that looks like the adapter
illustrated in sketches B and C may be used to connect this
plug to a 2-pole receptacle as shown in sketch B if a proper-
ly grounded outlet is not available. The temporary adapter
should be used only until a properly grounded outlet
(sketch A) can be installed by a qualified electrician. The
green colored rigid ear, lug or the like extending from the
adapter must be connected to a permanent ground such as
a properly grounded outlet box cover. Whenever the
adapter is used, it must be held in place by a metal screw.
NOTE; in Canada, the use of a temporary adapter is not
permitted by the Canadian Electrical code.
GROUNDING METHODS
GROUNDED ADAPTER
OUTLET FOR_
SCREW
TAB
GROU;_NG _'_--_GROUNDED L_ GROUNDING SCREW
PIN OUTLET BOX
(A) (B) (C)
EXTENSION CORDS
When using the vacuum cleaner at a distance where an
extension cord becomes necessary, a 3-conductor ground-
ing cord of adequate size must be used for safety, and to
prevent loss of power and overheating. Use the table below
to determine A.W.G. wire size required. To determine
ampere rating of your vacuum, refer to nameplate located
on rear of motor cover.
Before using vacuum cleaner, inspect power cord for loose
or exposed wires and damaged insulation. Make any need-
ed repairs or replacements before using your vacuum
cleaner. Use only three-wire outdoor extension cords which
have three-prong grounding-type plugs and three-pole
receptacles which accept the extension cord's plug. When
vacuuming liquids, be sure the extension cord connection
does not come in contact with the liquid.
Volts Total length of cord in feet
120V 25 50 1100 1150
Ampere Rating
More Not More AWG
Than Than
O..................... 6 18 16 16 14
6 ................... 10 18 16 14 12
10 ................. 12 16 16 14 12
12 ................. 16 14 12 Not recommended
NOTE: Static shocks are common in dry areas or when
the relative humidityof the air is low.This is only tempo-
rary and does not affect the use of the appliance. To
reduce the frequency of static shocks in your home, the
best remedy is to add moisture to the air with a console or
installed humidifier.
1. Pull tank cover latches in an
outward motion and remove
tank cover and any acces-
sories which may have been
shipped in the tank. (Figure 1)
2. Before replacing tank cover,
refer to Dry Pick-Up or Wet
Pick-Up Operation in this manual to ensure you have
the proper filters installed and inlet deflector is posi-
tioned correctly for your cleaning operation.
3. Your vacuum comes with the
filters already installed for dry
pick-up. For filters recom-
mended for wet pick-up refer
to wet pick-up operation.
4. Be sure inlet deflector
(Figure 2) is in proper
position. Opening up for wet, down for dry vacuuming.
5. You will find four casters, four caster supports and four
screws with your weVdry
vacuum. Model 17920
includes four casters only.
6. With tank cover removed,
invert tank so that the bottom
is facing up.
7. Insert caster supports into
slots and secure with screws. (Figure 3)
8. Insert caster stems into supports by applying pressure
until you feel the casters are firmly in place.
9. On model 17920, insert cast-
ers directly into holes provided
in the bottom of the tank.
10. Replace tank cover and apply
pressure with thumbs to
each latch until it snaps tightly
in place. Make sure both lid
latches are clamped securely. (Figure 4)
11. Insert hose end with locking-nutinto inlet of tank and
tighten nut. Do not over-tighten.
12. Attach the extension wands to
the accessoryend of the hose.
13. Attach one of the cleaning
accessories (depending on
your cleaning requirements)
onto the extension wands.
14. Align toolholderwith the lugs near bottom of tank. Slide
tool holder down until it snaps into place (Figure 5)
Your vacuum is now equipped
for tool storage (Figure 6).
15. Plug the cord intothe wall
outlet. Your cleaner is ready
for use. I=ON, O=OFF