Maintenance; Installing & Cleaning Filters - Vacmaster VF408 Operator's Manual

MAINTENANCE

1. Verify that the power cord is disconnected from the outlet. (fig.1)
2. Disconnect the hose from the vacuum. (fig. 2)
3. Undo the latches and remove the power head from the container. (fig. 3)
4. Clear all dirt or debris from the container and hose. (fig. 4)
5. Clean the foam filter by washing it with water and mild soap. (fig. 5)
6. Check the hose, attachments, and power cord to verify that they have not been damaged.
IMPORTANT!
Clean or change the cartridge filter regularly for best performance. ALWAYS USE
CARTRIDGE FILTER FOR DRY VACUUMING. If the machine is used with out the cartridge filter, the
motor will burn out and the warranty will be voided. Always keep spare filters on-hand.
NOTICE!
The filters included are made of high quality materials designed to stop small dust particles. The
cartridge filter should be used for dry pick-up only. A dry cartridge filter is necessary to pick up dust. If the
cartridge filter is wet, it will clog quickly and be very difficult to clean. Handle the filter carefully when
removing it for cleaning and replacing it. Check the filters for tears or small holes, a small hole can let dust
pass through and out of the cleaner. Do not use a filter with holes or tears in it; replace it immediately.
WARNING!
ALWAYS DISCONNECT THE PLUG FROM THE POWER OUTLET BEFORE REMOVING
THE POWER HEAD FROM THE CONTAINER.
INSTALLING & CLEANING FILTERS
Installing Cartridge Filter
1. Verify that the power cord is disconnected from the outlet. (fig. 1)
2. Remove power head and place in upside down position.
3. Install the cartridge filter over the filter cage and carefully push filter in until it stops against the power
head. (fig.2 & 3)
4. Place filter retainer on top of cartridge filter and tighten down by turning retainer clockwise. (fig. 4 & 5)
Removing and Cleaning Cartridge Filter
1. Unlock and remove the filter retainer by tuning retainer handle counter clockwise.
2. Carefully hold and pull the cartridge filter up for removal. (fig.6)
3. Clean the cartridge filter by gently tapping or brushing dirt off. Cleaning should not be done indoors in
living areas. For optimal performance a new filter is recommended.
4. Install cleaned or new filter into place as instructed above in steps 1 - 4 of Installing Cartridge Filter.
5. Wet filters should be removed and allowed to air dry for 24 hours before installing onto the filter cage.
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