Craftsman 338.17923 owner manual Grounding Instructions, Craftsman WET/DRY Vacuum

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Warranty		Information	2
Safety	Instructions		2,3
Unpacking		Carton Contents	3
Assembly		...................................	3
Operation		...................................	4,5
Storage	.....................................		6
Troubleshooting			6
Repair	Parts		See Insert

FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON

CRAFTSMAN WET/DRY VACUUM

If this Craftsman Wet/Dry Vacuum fails due to a defect in mated- als or workmanship within one year from the date of purchase, Sears will repair or replace it, at Sears option, free of charge. For warranty service, return the Wet/Dry Vacuum to your nearest Sears Service Center or Sears Store in the United States.

If this Craftsman WetJOry Vacuum is used in a commercial enter- pdse of any sort, including rental use, this warranty coverage applies for only 90 days from the date of purchase.

This warranty applies only while this product is used in the United States.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Dept. 817WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following: Read all instructions before using this product.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or injury.

Do not leave vacuum cleaner when plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before servicing. Connect to a properly grounded outlet only. See Grounding Instructions.

•DO not expose to rain - store indoors.

Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is nec- essary when used by or near children.

Use only as described in this manual. Use only Craftsman attachments.

•Do not use with damaged cord or plug. If vacuum clean- er is not working as it should, has been dropped, dam- aged, left outdoors or dropped into water, return it to a Sears service center.

Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as a handle, close a door on cord or pull cord around sharp edges or cor- ners. Do not run vacuum cleaner over cord. Keep cord away from heated surfaces,

Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.

Do not handle plug or vacuum cleaner with wet hands.

•Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with any openings blocked; keep free of dust, lint, hair and any- thing that may reduce air flow.

Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers and all parts of body away from openings and moving parts.

•Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches or hot ashes.

Do not use without dust bag and/or filters in place.

•Turn off all controls before unplugging. Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.

Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids such as gasoline or use in areas where they may be pres- ent.

Do not use your vacuum cleaner as a sprayer of flamma- ble liquids such as oil base paints, lacquers, household cleaners, etc.

•Do not vacuum toxic, carcinogenic, combustible or other hazardous materials such as asbestos, arsenic, barium, beryllium, lead, pesticides or other health endangering materials. Specially designed units are available for these purposes.

Do not pick up soot, cement, plaster or drywall dust with- out cartridge filter and collection filter bag in place. These are very fine particles that may pass through the foam and affect the performance of the motor or be exhausted back into the air. Additional collection filter bags are avaiF able from Sears.

•Do not leave the cord lying on the floor once you have fin- ished the cleaning job. It can become a tripping hazard.

Use special care when emptying heavily loaded tanks.

To avoid spontaneous combustion, empty tank after each

use.

•The operation of a utility vacuum cleaner can result in for- eign objects being blown into eyes, which can result in eye damage. Always wear safety goggles when operating vacuum.

STAY ALERT. Watch what you are doing and use com- mon sense. Do not use vacuum cleaner when you are tired, distracted or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication causing diminished control.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

This vacuum cleaner is equipped with a cord having an

equipment-grounding conductor and grounding plug. If vac- uum cleaner should malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock. The ptug must be inserted into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.

WARNING: Improper connection of the equip- ment-grounding conductor and grounding plug can result in a risk of electric shock. Check with a quali- fied electrician or service person if you are in doubt as to whether the outlet is properly grounded. Do not modify the plug provided with the vacuum cleaner - if it will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.

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