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MAINTENANCE
filter maintenance
WARNING:
Unplug power cord before changing or
cleaning filter.
NOTICE:
This filter is made of high quality paper designed to stop
very small particles of dust. The filter can be u sealfor wet
or dry pick up. Handle the filter carefully when removing
to clean or installing it. Creases in the filter pleats may
occur from installation, but creases will not affect the
performance of the filter.
Removal
To remove the old filter for cleaning or replacement,
remove the filter nut and the filter plate from the filter and
lift the filter off the filter cage.
CAUTION:
To avoid damage to the blower wheel,
always reinstall the filter before using the vac.
Installation
To ensure a proper seal, clean the lid area where the filter
willset.
Slidethe newfilteroverthefiltercage.
Replace
filter plate. Then run nut down threads, finger tighten
only. Do not overtighten as this will cause deformation
or cracks in the filter.
I_-'--_-
FILTER NUT
FILTER
PLATE
_--- FILTER
FI_ER
CAGE
WARNING:
Do not remove the filter cage. It is there
to help prevent your fingers from getting into the
blower wheel.
Cleaning
Your filter should be cleaned often to maintain peak
performance.
Dry filter before storing or picking up dry
debris.
DRY FILTER
To remove dry debris, gently tap the filter against the
inside wall of your waste container and the debris will
loosen and fall.
Some removal of dry debris can be
accomplished
by slapping your hand on top of the lid
while the vac is off and lid is still on the drum.
WET FILTER
To clean a wet filter, you can run water from a garden
hose through it. Take care that the water pressure form
the hose is not strong enough to damage the filter.
IMPORTANT:
Drythefilterbefore
storing or picking up
dry debris. You may run the vac with the filter in place
to speed up drying. Check the filter for tears or small
holes. Even a small hole can cause a lot of dust to come
out of your vac. Do not use a filter with holes or tears
in it. Replace it immediately.
wet/dry vac maintenance
Cleaning
Lid Assembly
To keep your Wet/Dry Vac looking its best, clean the
outside with a clothdampened with warm water and mild
soap.
Cleaning
Drum
DRY DIRTY INTERIOR:
1. Dump debris out.
2. Wash drum thoroughly.
WET DIRTY
INTERIOR:
1. Dump debris out.
2. For sanitary reasons, never leave wet debris in vac
drum after use.
3. The drum can be thoroughly washed by scrubbing
when filled with warm soapy water.
IMPORTANT!
To assure product SAFETY and RE-
LIABILITY, repairs and adjustments should be per-
formed by Sears Service Centers, always
using
Sears replacement parts.
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