Vacuuming Liquids; Emptying The Vac Drum; Blowing Feature - Craftsman 113.179255 Owner's Manual

Operation (continued)
Vacuuming Liquids
,_k WARNING: Do not operate
without filter cage and float, as they
prevent liquid from entering the
impeller and damaging the motor.
1. When picking up small amounts of
liquid the filter may be left in place.
2. When picking up large amounts of
liquid, we recommend that the filter be
removed. If the filter is not removed, it
will become saturated and misting may
appear in the exhaust.
3. When picking up large amounts of
liquid, it is recommended that you
remove the Vac from the storage rack
and place it on the floor. When full of
water the Vac will weigh approximately
40 pounds and may be difficult to
remove from the storage rack. Always
empty Vac immediately after picking up
liquids.
4. When the liquid in the Vac drum
reaches a predetermined level, the
float mechanism will rise automatically
to cut off airflow. When this happens,
turn off the Vac, unplug the power cord,
and empty the Vac drum. You will know
that the float has risen because Vac
airflow ceases and the motor noise will
become higher in pitch, due to
increased motor speed.
5.After using the Vac to pick up liquids,
the filter must be dried to reduce the
risk of possible mildew and damage to
the filter.
IMPORTANT: To reduce the risk of
damage to the Vac, do not run motor with
float in raised position.
Emptying the Vac Drum
1. With the vacuum removed from the
storage rack (see Removing Vac from
Storage Rack section), remove the Vac
motor assembly from the Vac drum
assembly.
2. Lay Vac motor assembly upside down
on a clean area while emptying Vac
drum.
3. Dump the Vac drum contents into the
proper waste disposal container.
_k WARNING: To reduce the risk of
back injury or falls, do not lift a Vac
heavy with liquid or debris. Scoop or
drain enough contents out to make the
Vac light enough to lift comfortably.
Blowing Feature
Your Vac features a blowing port. It can
blow sawdust and other debris. Follow
the steps below to use your Vac as a
blower.
WARNING: Always wear safety
eyewear complying with ANSI Z87.1
(or in Canada, CSA Z94.3) before
using as a blower.
I Ak WARNING: To reduce the risk of
injury to bystanders, keep them clear
of blowing debris.
I A CAUTION: Wear a dust mask if
blowing creates dust which might be
inhaled.
A CAUTION: To reduce the risk of
hearing damage, wear ear protectors
when using the Vac/Blower for extend-
ed time or in a noisy area.
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1. Locate blowing port of your vac.
2. Insert the locking end of the
"Pos-I-Lock ®'' hose into the blowing port
of the Vac. The hose should snap into
place. To remove the hose from the
Vac, press the release button in the
hose assembly and pull the hose out of
the Vac inlet.
3. (Optional) Attach extension wand to
opposite end of hose, then place the
car nozzle on the wand.
4. Turn Vac on and you are ready to use
your Vac as a blower.
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