Use and Care Manual

7. Do not freeze or immerse the charger in water or any other liquid.

WARNING: Shock hazard. Don’t allow any liquid to get inside the

charger. Electric shock may result.

WARNING: Burn hazard. Do not submerge the battery pack in

any liquid or allow any liquid to enter the battery pack. Never attempt

to open the battery pack for any reason. If the plastic housing of

the battery pack breaks or cracks, return it to a service center for

recycling.

Storage Recommendations

1. The best storage place is one that is cool and dry, away from

direct sunlight and excess heat or cold.

2. For long storage, it is recommended to store a fully charged

battery pack in a cool dry place out of the charger for optimal

results.

NOTE: Battery packs should not be stored completely depleted of

charge. The battery pack will need to be recharged before use.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

FOR FUTURE USE

FIG. 2

COMPONENTS (Fig. 2)

WARNING: Never modify the power tool or any part of it. Damage

or personal injury could result.

A. Battery port

B. Vacuum hose

C. On/off button

D. Tank latch

E. Filter (Fig. 5)

F. Side exhaust port

G. Hose clip

H. Crevice tool

I. Wide nozzle tool

INTENDED USE

The vacuum is designed to operate on a D

EWALT 18V NiCd/NiHiD/

Li-Ion or a 20V Max* Li-Ion battery pack. The battery pack and

charger are sold separately.

The vacuum is designed to perform as a wet/dry unit with no

component changes required when changing from wet to dry, or dry

to wet pick up. This vacuum is for household use.

It is recommended that the tank be emptied of any dry contents prior

to being used for wet pick up to facilitate tank cleaning.

OPERATION

WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, turn unit off and

disconnect it from power source before installing and

removing accessories, before adjusting or when making

repairs. An accidental start-up can cause injury.

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