Operation
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire or explosion, do not operate this vac in areas with flammable gases, vapors or explosive dust 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. Do not vacuum explosive dust, flammable or combustible liquids or hot ashes. Do not use this vac as a sprayer. To reduce the risk of health hazards from vapors or dusts, do not vacuum toxic materials.
CAUTION: To reduce risk of hearing damage wear ear protectors when using the vac for extended hours or when using it in a noisy area. The operation of any utility vac can result in foreign objects being blown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety goggles complying with ANSI Z87.1 (shown on Package) before commencing operation.
Safety Goggles are available at Sears retail stores.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, this appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is 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. If it still does not fit, contact a quali- fied electrician to install the proper outlet. Do not change the plug in any way.
2.When using your vac to pick up very fine dust, it will be necessary for you to empty the drum and clean the filter at more frequent intervals to maintain peak vac performance.
NOTE: A dry filter is necessary to pick up dry material, tf you use your vac to pick up dust when the filter is wet, the filter will clog quickly and be very difficult to clean.
3.If your filter is wet but you need to use the vac to pick up dry material, you can
quickly dry the filter by running the vac without hose attached for 10 minutes.
The clean air rushing through the vac will help dry the filter.
The optional Craftsman Fine Particle Fil- ter, stock number
3-Position Switch
•"HI" position will operate at full power.
•"OFF" turns vac off.
•"VAR" allows you to run vac at different
power settings by using the VARIABLE SPEED CONTROL.
This allows you to "Dial Down" the suction of the vac for use on carpet, curtains or whenever you need less than full power.
Vacuuming Dry Materials
1.The filter must always be in correct position to avoid leaks and possible damage to vac.
Vacuuming Liquids
1.When picking up small amounts of liq- uid the filter may be left in place.
2.When picking up large amounts of liq- uid we recommend that the filter be removed. If the filter is not removed, it will become saturated and misting may appear in the exhaust.
cage or float. It is there to shut off air- I CAUTION: Do not remove the filter
flow when the drum is full of liquids.
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