Wet/Dry Vacuums 240-5236 OPERATOR’S MANUAL CAUTION: To Reduce The Risk Of Injury, User Must Read And Understand Operator's Manual. Save These Instructions For Future Reference.
TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE Safety Instructions & Warnings.......................................................................................................2 Double Insulation & Instructions......................................................................................................4 Extension Cords..............................................................................................................................4 Unpacking & Checking Carton Contents.............................
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS & WARNINGS The purpose of safety symbols is to attract our attention to possible dangers. The safety symbols, and the explanations with them, deserve your careful attention and understanding. The symbol warnings do not by themselves eliminate any danger. The instructions and warnings they give are no substitutes for proper accident prevention measures.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS & WARNINGS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE Read and understand this operator's manual and all labels on the Wet/Dry Vacuum cleaner before operating. Safety is a combination of common sense, staying alert, and knowing how your vacuum works. Use this Wet/Dry Vac only as described in this manual. To reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to your Wet/ Dry Vac, use only MasterforceTM recommended accessories.
DOUBLE INSULATION INSTRUCTIONS T h i s We t / D r y Va c i s d o u b l e - i n s u l a t e d , eliminating the need for a separate grounding system. Use only identical replacement parts. Read the instructions for Servicing DoubleInsulated Wet/Dry Vacs before servicing. Use this Wet/Dry Vac as described in this manual. Observe the following warnings that appear on the motor housing of your Wet/Dry Vac. DOUBLE INSULATED - GROUNDING NOT REQUIRED - WHEN SERVICING USE ONLY IDENTICAL REPLACEMENT PARTS.
UNPACKING & CHECKING CARTON CONTENTS Remove all contents from the box. Remove the power head and take out any contents inside the collection tank. Check each item against the carton contents list.
UNPACKING & CHECKING CARTON CONTENTS Handle Cord Rewind Button Power Switch Power Head Tool Caddy Latch Vacuum Port Collection Tank Rear Wheel Casters Page 6
GENERAL ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS A Philips head screw driver is required. WARNING: DO NOT PLUG POWER CORD INTO POWER OUTLET, MAKE SURE PLUG IS DISCONNECTED BEFORE ASSEMBLING THE WET/DRY VAC. 4. Remove the contents from inside the collection tank and make sure you have all contents as listed on page 5. (fig. 4) Fig. 4 UNPACKING YOUR WET/DRY VACUUM & GENERAL ASSEMBLY 1. Verify that the power cord is disconnected from the outlet. (fig. 1) Fig. 1 5.
GENERAL ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 7. Your vacuum comes ready for dry vacuum cleaning. If cartridge filter is not installed refer to page 15 for filter installation. (fig. 8 & 9) Fig. 8 10. Insert the handle into the slots located on the top of the power head and secure it with the screws provided. Do not over-tighten the screws. (fig. 12) Fig. 12 Fig. 9 8. For wet vacuum cleaning, install the supplied foam wet filter. (fig. 10) See page 17 for filter installation. 11.
GENERAL ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 13. Choose the desired accessories and extension wands and push onto the hose. (fig. 15) Fig. 15 Page 9 POLARIZED PLUG To reduce the risk of electrical shock, this appliance has a polarized plug (one blade 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 qualified electrician to install the proper outlet.
DRY VACUUM OPERATION DRY VACUUMING WARNING: B E S U R E T O R E A D , UNDERSTAND, AND APPLY INFORMATION, ENTITLED ‘SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS & WARNINGS’. DO NOT VACUUM IN AREAS W IT H F LAMMABLE GASES, VAPO RS, OR EXPLOSIVE DUSTS IN THE AIR. FLAMMABLE GASES OR VAPORS INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO: LIGHTER FLUID, SOLVENT TYPE CLEANERS, OILBASED PAINTS, GASOLINE, ALCOHOL OR AEROSOL SPRAYS. EXPLOSIVE DUSTS INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO: COAL, MAGNESIUM, GRAIN, OR GUN POWDER.
DRY VACUUM OPERATION OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS: DRY VACUUMING 6. Insert the locking end of the hose into the vacuum port on the power head and screw in place. Push the desired extension wands or attachments onto the free end of the hose. (fig. 6) 9. Once you have completed vacuuming, flip the switch to the ‘O’ OFF position and unplug the power cord from the outlet. (fig. 10 & 11) Fig. 10 Fig. 11 Fig. 6 10. To rewind the cord, hold on to the plug and press the cord rewind button.
LIQUID VACUUM OPERATION LIQUID VACUUMING WARNING: BE SURE TO READ, UNDERSTAND, AND APPLY INFORMATION, ENTITLED ‘SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS & WARNINGS’. DO NOT VACUUM IN AREAS W IT H F LAMMABLE GASES, VAPO RS, OR EXPLOSIVE DUSTS IN THE AIR. FLAMMABLE GASES OR VAPORS INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO: LIGHTER FLUID, SOLVENT TYPE CLEANERS, OILBASED PAINTS, GASOLINE, ALCOHOL, OR AEROSOL SPRAYS. EXPLOSIVE DUSTS INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO: COAL, MAGNESIUM, GRAIN, OR GUN POWDER.
LIQUID VACUUM OPERATION 5. Turn the motor on by flipping the switch to the ‘I’ ON position. (fig. 6) Fig. 6 Fig. 10 6. After use, flip the switch to the ‘O’ OFF position and unplug the power cord from the outlet. (fig. 7 & 8) Fig. 7 Fig. 8 7. Empty the collection tank into a suitable receptacle or drain. (fig. 9) Fig. 9 Page 13 8. To rewind the cord, hold on to the plug and press the cord rewind button. Do not allow plug to whip when rewinding. (fig.
MAINTENANCE 1. Verify that the power cord is disconnected from the outlet. (fig. 1) tank and hose. (fig. 4) Fig. 4 Fig. 1 5. Clean the foam wet filter by washing it with water and mild soap. (fig. 5) 2. Disconnect the hose from the vacuum. (fig. 2) Fig. 5 Fig. 2 6. Check the hose, attachments, and power cord to verify that they have not been damaged. 3. Undo the latches and remove the power head from the collection tank. (fig. 3) Fig.
INSTALLING & CLEANING FILTERS Installing Cartridge Filter 1. Verify that the power cord is disconnected from the outlet. (fig. 1) Fig. 1 Removing and Cleaning Cartridge Filter 1. Unlock and remove the filter retainer by turning retainer handle counter clockwise. 2. Carefully hold and pull the cartridge filter up for removal. (fig. 6) Fig. 6 2. Remove power head and place in upside down position. 3.
INSTALLING & CLEANING FILTERS 2. Unlock the filter door by sliding the lock tab UP to the unlocked position and pull the door out. (fig. 2 & 3) Fig. 2 5. Install the cleaned or new filter. (fig. 6) Fig. 6 Fig. 3 6. Insert the filter door tabs into the upper slots and lock the filter door into place. (fig. 7 & 8) 3. Remove the HEPA filter cartridge from the vacuum. (fig.4) Fig. 7 Fig. 8 Fig. 4 4. Clean filter by brushing dirt off. For optimal performance a new filter is recommended. (fig.5) Fig.
INSTALLING & CLEANING FOAM WET FILTER Installing Foam Wet Filter Cleaning Foam Wet Filter 1. Verify that the power cord is disconnected from the outlet. (fig. 1) 1. With the removed power head in an upside down position, carefully remove foam wet filter. (fig. 4) Fig. 1 Fig. 4 2. Remove power head and place in upside down position. Follow instructions to remove cartridge filter in the section above. 3.
TROUBLESHOOTING WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK-UNPLUG BEFORE TROUBLESHOOTING. Symptom Possible Causes 1) No power supply. Vacuum will not operate. Dust comes out from motor cover. 2) Faulty power cord. 3) Collection tank full. 1) The cartridge filter is missing or damaged. 2) There is a blockage in the nozzle, hose, or the vacuum inlets. Or the dust filter is blocked by fine dust. Corrective Action 1) Check power supply – cord, breakers, fuses. 2) Unplug and check the power cord.
EXPLODED VIEW & PARTS LIST 11 2.2 1 2.1 2 12 3 13 4.1 14 4 18 15 5 6 5 16 7 17 8 10 9 19 9 Key Description 1 Handle Assembly 2 Power Head Assembly 2.1 HEPA Exhaust Filter 2.2 Exhaust Filter Door 3 Float & Filter Cage Assembly 4 Filter Retainer 4.
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