Dry Vacuum Operation - Vacmaster VMVQ1220SS Operator's Manual

DRY-VACUUM OPERATION
DRY 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; LIGHTER FLUID, SOLVENT TYPE CLEANERS, OIL-BASE PAINTS, GASOLINE,
ALCOHOL OR AEROSOL SPRAYS. EXPLOSIVE DUSTS INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO;
COAL, MAGNESIUM, GRAIN OR GUN POWDER. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF HEALTH HAZARDS
FROM VAPORS OR DUST, DO NOT VACUUM TOXIC MATERIALS.
CAUTION:
• Do not vacuum drywall dust or fireplace soot or
the filter and may cause damage to motor and void the warranty.
WARNING
: DO NOT PLUG IN POWER CORD TO POWER OUTLET. MAKE SURE PLUG IS
DISCONNECTED BEFORE CHANGING AND CLEANING FILTERS.
1. Verify that the power cord is disconnected from the outlet. (fig.1)
2. In order to prepare your vacuum for dry vacuuming, make sure the filter is completely covering the filter
cage against the power head. (fig.2 & 3) (Your Wet/Dry Vac comes with the reusable cloth filter pre-
installed, if not, see page 10 for installation instructions.)
3. Optional, for improved dust filtering, fit collection bag onto the tank. Fit the flange onto the inlet stub,
taking care not to damage the bag. (fig.4)
4. Place the power head back on the container, and secure it in place using the latches. (fig.5)
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS: DRY VACUUMING
5. Insert the locking end of the hose into the vacuum port and screw in place. Push the required attachment
onto the free end of the hose or extension. (fig.6)
6. Plug in the power cord into the outlet. (fig.7)
7. Turn the motor on by flipping the switch to the 'I' ON position. (fig.8)
8. Once you have completed vacuuming, flip the switch to the 'O' OFF position and unplug the power cord
from the outlet.
ash. This is a very fine dust which will not be captured by
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