Instruction manual

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Use & Function/Maintenance
Storage
Empty tanks (see ‘Maintenance’ section). Rinse
inside of tank thoroughly with clean water
particularly if spills or other liquid substances
other than plain water have been picked up.
Wipe inside of tank dry.
Loop cord over cord storage hook, located on tool rack.
Extension tubes store on rear caster supports as shown.
The extension tubes fit into triangle.
A
After wet pick-up
Disconnect Wet/Dry vac from electrical outlet.
Unscrew drain cap (A) from bottom of outer tank.
Empty contents into a suitable drain.
As the liquid level decreases, it may be necessary to
tip cleaner to allow remaining liquid to drain out.
Rinse inside of tank thoroughly with clean water
particularly if spills or other substances other
than water have been picked up.
Wipe inside of tank dry.
Filters
Do not operate cleaner without filters in place.
Filters are available from approved Vax dealers, or
via the Vax website at www.vax.co.uk
To ensure that the Wet/Dry Vax operates at peak
performance, it is imperative only genuine Vax
filters are used.
5. Maintenance
Emptying tanks
After dry pick-up
Disconnect Wet/Dry vac from electrical outlet.
Release lid latches and remove Wet/Dry vac lid from
tank.
To avoid back strain, do not lift a full tank. First,
scoop out enough debris to make tank easier
to lift.
Empty contents into a suitable receptacle.
Rinse inside of tank with clean water and wipe dry.
Fig.15
Fig.16
Note: If not very full, the inner tank may be easier to
empty if it is removed from the outer tank.
When emptying the inner tank, do not grab on to
filter cage.
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