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Maintenance
Filter
WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury from accidental starting, unplug power cord before changing or cleaning filter.
NOTE: This filter is made of high quality paper designed to stop very small parti- cles of dust. The filter can be used for 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.
Filter Removal
To remove the filter for cleaning or replace- ment, unscrew the filter nut from the filter cage, remove filter plate and lift off filter.
IMPORTANT: To reduce the risk of dam-
WARNING: Do not remove the filter cage. It is there to help prevent your fingers from getting into the blower wheel.
age to the blower wheel and motor, always reinstall the filter before using the vac for dry material pickup.
Filter Cleaning
Your filter should be cleaned often to main- tain peak vac performance.
Be sure to dry the filter before storing or picking up dry debris.
IMPORTANT: After cleaning, check the fil- ter for tears or small holes. Do not use a fil- ter with holes or tears in it. Even a small hole can cause a lot of dust to come out of your vac. Replace it immediately.
Cleaning A Dry Filter
Some removal of dry debris can be accomplished without removing the filter from the vac. Slap your hand on top of the power assembly while the vac is turned off and remove from the storage rack.
For best cleaning results due to accumu- lated dust, clean the filter in an open area. Cleaning SHOULD be done outdoors and not in the living quarters.
After filter removal from vac, remove the dry debris by gently tapping the filter against the inside wall of your dust vac canister. The debris will loosen and fall.
For thorough cleaning of dry filter with fine dust (no debris), run water through it as described under "Cleaning A Wet Filter".
Cleaning A Wet Filter
After filter is removed, run water through the filter from a hose or spigot. Take care that water pressure from the hose is not strong enough to damage filter. Remember: To dry a filter quickly, reinstall the filter on the vac and allow the unit to run for approximately 10 minutes. The clean air rushing through the filter will help dry it.
Installation
Refer to "Replacement Filter Assembly" Section of this manual.
Allow the filter to dry before storing the vac.
Cleaning and Disinfecting the Wet/Dry Vac
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