f Save This Manual For Future Reference SEARS owner's manual MODEL NO. 113.177805 Serial Number Model and serial numbers may be found on the back of the motor cover. You should record both model and serial numbers in a safe place for future use. FOR YOUR SAFETY CRRFTSMRN® 8 GALLON WET/DRY VAC • assembly • operating • repair parts READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL. 60179 U.S.A. Part No. SP6023 Printed in U.S.A.
FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN WET/DRY _'_ VACS If within one year from the date of purchase, this Craftsman Wet/Dry Vac fails due to a defect in material or workmanship, Sears will repair it, free of charge. If this Craftsman Wet/Dry Vac is used for commercial or rental purposes, this warranty coverage applies for only 90 days from date of purchase. WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY SIMPLY CONTACTING THE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER/DEPARTMENT THROUGHOUT THE UNITED STATES.
Toavoidinjuryfromaccidental starting, unplug power cordbefore changing or cleaning filter. Donotunplug bypullingoncord.To unplug, grasptheplug,notthecord. Donotusewithdamaged cord,plugor otherparts.IfyourWet/Dry Vacisnot working asitshould, hasmissing parts, hasbeendropped, damaged, leftoutdoors, ordropped intowater, returnittoa SearsService Center. Donotpullorcarrybycord,usecordas handle, closea dooroncord,orpullcord around sharpedgesorcorners. Donot runWet/Dry Vacovercord.
Introduction This Wet/Dry Vac is intended for household use. IMPORTANT Please NOTE Read Carefully Static Shocks Are Common - In dry areas or when the relative humidity of the air is low. To reduce the frequency of static shocks in your home the best remedy is to add moisture to the air with a console humidifier. Owner's Manual Contents Item Page Warranty Information ............................. 2 Safety Instructions ................................. 2 Introduction ..................................
Float/Cage Assembly WARNING: For your own safety, never connect plug to power source outlet until all assembly steps are complete and you have read and understood the safety and operation instructions. Do not operate vac with any parts damaged or missing. • Place the power assembly of vac upside down into the drum or on a clean smooth surface. 2. Locate the float• Place the float over the opening in the center of the lid with the words "This Side Towards Lid" laying face down over the hole.
Vac Assembly 1. Line up motor cover label above vacuum port (located on the front of the drum). 2. Place power assembly on top of drum with the handles snug against the drum channel. hose, which is opposite the swivel end, into the vacuum port on the front of the drum. 7. Place the utility nozzle securely on the swivel end of the hose and the vac is ready for use. NOTE: The swivel end of the hose is removable if more hoses need to be attached for more length from the vac.
Operation WARNING To avoid fire or explosion, do not operate this vac in areas with flammable gases, vapors or explosive dust in the air. Flammable gases or vapors include but are not limited to; lighter fluid, solvent type cleaners, oil-base paints, gasoline, alcohol or aerosol sprays. Explosive dusts include but are not limited to; coal, magnesium, grain or gun powder. Do not vacuum explosive dust, flammable or combustible liquids or hot ashes.
Emptying the Drum accidental starting, unplug power I cord ARNING: avoid injury from before To emptying the drum. Cord Wrap When vacuuming is complete, unplug the cord and wrap it around the handle. 1. To remove power assembly to empty contents of drum, simply pull the flexible latches outward on each side of the power assembly to release from the drum. 2. While holding the latches out, lift the power assembly up and away from the drum. 3.
Maintenance Filter dental starting, unplug power cord I before ARNING: To avoid injury from accichanging or cleaning filter. NOTE: This filter is made of high quality paper designed to stop very small particles 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.
Wet Nozzle farthest from you.) To pick up liquids off a smooth surface, use the 2-1/2" wet nozzle accessory supplied with your wet/dry vac. To use this nozzle, simply attach the nozzle to the end of an extension wand. Connect a second extension wand to the first, and connect the 2-1/2" x 7' hose to the extension wand. Liquids may be picked up by dragging the nozzle across the surface. The squeegee will dry the surface as you vacuum.
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Repair Parts 8 Gallon Wet/dry Vac Always order by Part Number - Not by Key Number Model Number 113.177805 WARNING SERVICING OF DOUBLE-INSULATED WET/DRY VAC In a double-insulated Wet/Dry Vac, two systems of insulation are provided instead of grounding. No grounding means is provided on a double-insulated appliance, nor should a means for grounding be added.
Repair Parts 8 Gallon Wet/dry Vac Model Number 113.
CRRFTSMRN® Accessories and Attachments Get more versatility from your Craftsman wet/dry vacuum by adding these accessories. Additional wet/dry vac accessories may be purchased at your local Sears retail store or Sears/Craftsman Power and Hand Tool Catalog.
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