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Wet/Dry Vacuums Operator’s Manual 12 Gallon 14 Gallon Model No. VJ1211P VJ1412P FOR YOUR SAFETY Read and understand this manual before use. Keep this manual for future reference. www.vacmaster.com Cleva North America 44 Parkway Commons VJ72BZ.20.60.02 Greer, SC 29650...
CAREFULLY READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS WARRANTY Vacmaster takes pride in producing a high quality, durable product. This Vacmaster™ Professional vacuum carries a limited three (3) year warranty against defects in workmanship and materials from date of purchase under normal household use. If product is to be used for commercial, industrial or rental use, a 90 day limited warranty will apply.
Safety is a combination of common sense, staying alert and knowing how your vacuum works. Use this Wet/Dry Vac only as described in this manual. To reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to your Wet/Dry Vac, use only Vacmaster™ recommended accessories. For Household Use Only.
DOUBLE INSULATION INSTRUCTIONS This Wet/Dry Vac is double-insulated, eliminating the need for a separate grounding system. Use only identical replacements parts. Read the instructions for Servicing Double-Insulated Wet/Dry Vacs before servicing. Use this Wet/Dry Vac as described in this manual. Observe the following warnings that appear on the motor housing of your Wet/Dry Vac.
GENERAL ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS A Philips head screw driver is required. WARNING : DO NOT PLUG IN POWER CORD TO POWER OUTLET, MAKE SURE PLUG IS DISCONNECTED BEFORE ASSEMBLING THE WET/DRY VAC UNPACKING YOUR WET/DRY VACUUM & GENERAL ASSEMBLY 1. Verify that the power cord is disconnected from the outlet. (fig. 1) 2.
POLARIZED PLUG To reduce the risk of electrical shock, this appliance has a polarized plug (one with the blade wider than the other). This plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug.
LIQUID VACUUM OPERATION LIQUID VACUUMING WARNING: BE SURE TO READ, UNDERSTAND, AND APPLY INFORMATION, ENTITLED ‘SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS & WARNINGS’. DO NOT VACUUM IN AREAS WITH FLAMMABLE GASES, VAPORS, OR EXPLOSIVE DUSTS IN THE AIR. FLAMMABLE GASES OR VAPORS INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO;...
BLOWING OPERATION This Wet/Dry Vac has blowing capabilities. To use the blower feature follow the instructions listed. WARNING: ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GOGGLES COMPLYING WITH ANSI Z87.1 (OR IN CANADA, CSAZ94.3) BEFORE USING BLOWER. WARNING: KEEP BYSTANDERS CLEAR FOR BLOWING DEBRIS. WARNING: WEAR A DUST MASK IF BLOWING CREATES DUST THAT MIGHT BE INHALED.
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.
TROUBLESHOOTING WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK-UNPLUG BEFORE TROUBLESHOOTING Symptom Possible Causes Corrective Action Vacuum will not operate 1) No power supply. 1) Check power supply – cord, breakers, fuses. 2) Faulty power cord. 2) Unplug and check the power cord.