Craftsman 113.179255 - Manual (Page 13)

Maintenance
Filter
WARNING: To reduce the risk of
injury from accidental starting, unplug
power cord before changing or clean­
ing 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 care­
fully 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.
Fitter Removal
To remove the filter for cleaning or
replacement, unscrew the filter nut from
the filter cage, remove filter plate and lift
off filter.
WARNING: Do not remove the filter
cage. It is there to help prevent your
fingers from getting into the blower
wheel.
IMPORTANT: To reduce the risk of dam­
age to the blower wheel and motor,
always reinstall the filter before using the
vac for dry maferial pickup.
Filter Cleaning
Your filter should be cleaned often to
maintain peak vac performance.
Be sure to dry the filter before storing or
picking up dry debris.
IMPORTANT: After cleaning, check the
filter for tears or small holes. Do not use
a filter with holes or tears in it. Even a
small hole can cause a lot of dust to
come out of your vac. Replace it immedi­
ately.
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 out­
doors 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 dry
it.
Installation
Refer to “Filter Assembly“ Section of this
manual.
Allow the filter to dry before storing the
vac.
Clean ’N Carry Vac Cleaning
To keep your Wet/Dry Clean ’N Carry Vac
looking its best, clean the outside with a
cloth dampened with warm water and
mild soap.
To clean the vac canister:
1. Dump debris out.
2. Wash vac canister thoroughly with
warm water and mild soap.
3. Wipe out with dry cloth.
WARNING; To assure product SAFE­
TY and RELIABILITY, repairs and
adjustment should be performed by
Sears Service Centers, always using
Sears replacement parts.
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