Sears 113.177571 - Manual (Page 9)

Vacuuming Liquids
1. When vacuuming liquids the filter
should be left in place at all times.
2. Misting may appear from the blowing
port, this is normal.
3. This Wet/Dry Vac is equipped with a
float mechanism which will rise auto­
matically to cut off the air flow when the
liquid in the drum reaches a predeter­
mined level. When this happens, turn
off the vac, unplug the power cord, and
empty the drum. You will know that the
float has risen because airflow ceases
and the motor noise becomes higher in
pitch, due to increased motor speed.
The liquid capacity may vary with rate
of pickup.
IMPORTANT: To avoid damage to the
vac do not run motor with float in raised
position.
4. After using the vac to pick up liquids,
the filter must be dried to avoid possi­
ble mildew and damage to the filter.
Emptying the Drum
WARNING: To avoid injury from acci­
dental starting, unplug power cord
before emptying the drum.
Filter Maintenance
WARNING: Do not remove the filter
cage. It is there to help prevent your
fingers from getting into the blower
wheel.
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.
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.
1. You may remove the top section of the
Wet/Dry Vac as described in Float/
Cage assembly section and dump the
contents into a proper waste disposal
container.
Blowing Feature
Your vac features “Full Blowing". It has
the capability to blow sawdust and other
debris. Follow the steps below to use
your vac as a blower.
WARNING: Always wear safety gog­
gles complying with ANSI Z87.1
(shown on Package) before com­
mencing operation. Safety Goggles
are available at Sears stores.
WARNING: To avoid injury to bystand
ers, keep them clear of blowing
debris.
1. Locate blowing port of your vac.
2. Insert soft end of your hose into blow­
ing port.
3. (Optional) Attach extension wand to
swivel end of hose, then place a blower
nozzle on the wand.
4. Turn vac on and you are ready to use
your vac as a blower.
Sears recommended accessories are
available at Sears retail stores. The Sears
Blower Nozzle Stock No. 9-16933 and
extension handles Stock No. 9-16964 are
recommended for blowing debris.
Removal
To remove the filter for cleaning or
replacement, remove filter nut from the
screw on the filter cage, remove filter
plate and lift off filter.
IMPORTANT: To avoid damage to the
blower wheel and motor, always reinstall
the filter before using the vac for dry
material pick-up.
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 immediately.