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Dayton Operating Instructions and Parts Manual
Dayton
®
Wet/Dry Vacuum
6AKY2
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
DO NOT LEAVE VACUUM UNATTENDED WHEN IT IS PLUGGED IN AND/OR OPERATING. UNPLUG UNIT
WHEN NOT IN USE.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
This appliance must be grounded. If it should
malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides
a path of least resistance for electric current to
reduce the risk of electric shock. This appliance
is equipped with a cord having an equipment-
grounding conductor and grounding plug.
The plug must be inserted into an appropriate
outlet that is properly installed and grounded
in accordance with all local codes and
ordinances.
IMPROPER CONNECTION
OF THE EQUIPMENT-
GROUNDING CONDUCTOR
CAN RESULT IN A RISK
OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.
CHECK WITH A QUALIFIED
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 APPLIANCE—IF IT WILL
NOT FIT THE OUTLET, HAVE A PROPER
OUTLET INSTALLED BY A QUALIFIED
ELECTRICIAN.
This appliance is for use on a nominal 120-volt
circuit, and has a grounded plug that looks like
the plug illustrated in sketch A. A temporary
adapter that looks like the adapter illustrated
in sketches B and C may be used to connect
this plug to a 2-pole receptacle as shown in
sketch B if a properly grounded outlet is not
available. The temporary adapter should be
used only until a properly grounded outlet
(sketch A) can be installed by a qualified
electrician. The green colored rigid ear, lug or
the like extending from the adapter must be
connected to a permanent ground such as a
properly grounded outlet box cover. Whenever
the adapter is used, it must be held in place by
a metal screw.
IN CANADA, THE USE OF A TEMPORARY
ADAPTER IS NOT PERMITTED BY THE
CANADIAN ELECTRICAL CODE. Make sure
that the appliance is connected to an outlet
having the same configuration as the plug. No
adapter should be used with this appliance.
IF THE CORD IS DAMAGED, IT MUST
BE REPLACED BY A SPECIAL CORD
OR ASSEMBLY AVAILABLE FROM THE
MANUFACTURER OR HIS AUTHORIZED
SERVICE AGENT.
EXTENSION CORDS
When using the appliance at a distance
where an extension cord becomes necessary,
a 3-conductor grounding cord of adequate
size must be used for safety and to prevent
loss of power and overheating. Use the table
below to determine A.W.G. wire size required.
To determine ampere rating of your vacuum,
refer to nameplate located on motor housing/
cover. Before using appliance, inspect power
cord for loose or exposed wires and damaged
insulation. Make any needed repairs or
replacements before using your appliance.
Use only three-wire outdoor extension cords
which have three prong grounding-type plugs
and three-pole receptacles which accept the
extension cord’s plug. When vacuuming liquids,
be sure the extension cord connection does not
come in contact with the liquid.
NOTE: STATIC SHOCKS ARE COMMON
IN DRY AREAS OR WHEN THE RELATIVE
HUMIDITY OF THE AIR IS LOW. THIS IS
ONLY TEMPORARY AND DOES NOT AFFECT
THE USE OF THE APPLIANCE. TO REDUCE
THE FREQUENCY OF STATIC SHOCKS IN
YOUR HOME, THE BEST REMEDY IS TO ADD
MOISTURE TO THE AIR WITH A CONSOLE OR
INSTALLED HUMIDIFIER.
Volts
Total length of cord in feet
120V
25 50
100
150
18
18
16
14
16
16
16
12
16
14
14
14
12
12
Not recommended
Ampere Rating
More Not More
Than Than
0-6
6-10
10-12
12-16
AWG
Unpacking
1. Pull lid latches in an outward motion and
remove tank cover and any accessories
which may have been shipped in the tank.
2. Before replacing tank cover, refer to Dry
Pick Up or Wet Pick Up Operation in this
manual to ensure you have the proper
filters installed for your cleaning operation.
3. Replace tank cover and apply pressure
with thumbs to each latch until it snaps
tightly in place. Make sure both lid latches
are clamped securely.
4. Attach dolly following the instructions
and illustrations in this manual.
5. Insert long machine hose end with
locking-nut into inlet of tank and tighten.
Do not over-tighten.
6. Attach the extension wands to the
accessory end of the hose. Twist slightly to
tighten the connection (Figure 1).
7. Attach one of the cleaning accessories
(depending on your cleaning requirements)
on the extension wands. Twist slightly to
tighten the connection (Figure 1).
8. Plug the cord into the wall outlet. Your
cleaner is ready for use.
I = ON , O = OFF
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