GUILD 16L WET AND DRY VAC Instruction Manual GWD16 After Sales Support UK/Ireland 03303 800 661 Important- Please read these instructions fully before operating or maintaining your Guild wet/dry vacuum. These instructions contain important information that will help you get the best from your Guild wet/dry vacuum cleaner, ensuring it remains safe to operate.
Table Of Contents Safety Instructions And Warnings................................................................................................. 3 Unpacking & Checking Carton Contents......................................................................................... 6 General Assembly........................................................................................................................... 7 General Operation...........................................................................
Safety Instructions And Warnings Important- Please read these instructions fully before starting assembly READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS VACUUM CLEANER. Read and understand this instruction 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 cleaner works. Use this Wet/Dry Vacuum only as described in this manual.
Safety Instructions And Warnings Important- Please read these instructions fully before starting assembly Warning Symbols • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 4 away from the users face, hair, ears and eyes during operation and never direct the nozzle towards persons or animals. Clear the working area of any items or precessions that you do not wish to be vacuumed before operation. Keep cord away from heated surfaces. Do not expose to rain. Store indoors. Do not unplug by pulling on the cord.
Safety Instructions And Warnings Important- Please read these instructions fully before starting assembly Warning Symbols • • • • • • on stairs. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, all parts of body away from openings and moving parts. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, a qualified service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
Unpacking & Checking Carton Contents Parts 1 Handle 2 Power Head 6 Vacuum Port 7 Container 11 Hose 16 Dust Bag X5 12 Extension Wands 17 3 On/Off Switch 4 Hose Storage Rack 8 Caster 9 Blowing Port 13 Crevice Tool Reusable Cloth Filter (pre-installed) 14 Floor Nozzle 18 Screws 5 Latch 10 15 Foam Filter Power Cable Storage Hook 1 2 3 4 9 5 10 6 7 8 6 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 After Sales Helpline 03303 800 661
General Assembly A Phillips head screwdriver is required. 1. Un-clip the latches (Fig. 1). 2. Lift the power head from the container (Fig. 2). Remove the contents from inside the container (Fig. 3). 3. Make sure you have all the contents that are listed on page 6 .
General Assembly 4. Insert the carry handle into the slots located on the top of the power head, and secure with the screws provided. Do not over-tighten the screws (Fig. 4). 5. With the power head removed, turn the container upside down. Insert the feet with casters into the slots and apply pressure until they click into place, and secure them with supplied screw. Do not over-tighten the screws (Fig. 5). 6. Position the hose storage rack as illustrated.
General Assembly 7. Your vacuum cleaner comes ready for dry vacuum cleaning with the cloth filter pre-installed. If the cloth filter is not installed, refer to page 14 for filter installation instructions. 8. Optionally, for improved dust filtration, fully fit the dust bag flange onto the inlet stub, taking care not to damage the bag (Fig. 8). 9. For wet vacuuming, replace the cloth filter with the foam filter supplied. Do not use a dust bag when wet vacuuming.
General Assembly 11. Insert the locking end of the hose into the suction port of the container. Rotate clockwise to securely lock into place (Fig. 11). 12. Choose the desired accessories and/or extension wands and push fit onto the hose nozzle (Fig. 12).
General Assembly Floor Nozzle Attachments 1. Your wet/dry vacuum cleaner comes complete with two floor nozzle attachments designed for different uses. Ensure you have the correct floor nozzle attachment for maximum efficiency and dust collection. 2. To remove the floor nozzle attachment, release the push clips on either side of the floor tool holder. The attachment should drop out from underneath (Fig. 13). 3.
General Operation DRY & WET VACUUM OPERATION WARNING: ENSURE YOU READ, UNDERSTAND AND APPLY SECTION ENTITLED ‘SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS & WARNINGS’. WARNING: DO NOT VACUUM IN AREAS WITH FLAMMABLE GASES, VAPOURS, OR EXPLOSIVE DUSTS IN THE AIR. DO NOT VACUUM HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES. FLAMMABLE GASES OR VAPOURS 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.
General Operation 6. Plug the power cord into the power socket (Fig. 4). 7. Turn on the motor by assigning the switch to the “I” ON position (Fig. 5). 8. Once you have completed vacuuming, switch to the “O” OFF position and unplug the power cord from the power.
General Operation FOR DRY VACUUMING: WARNING: BEFORE INSTALLING, REMOVING OR CLEANING THE VACUUM CLEANER FILTER, ENSURE THAT THE POWER CORD IS REMOVED FROM THE POWER OUTLET AND THE APPLIANCE IS SWITCHED OFF. 1. In order to prepare your vacuum cleaner for dry vacuuming, verify that the cloth filter is securely mounted. If the cloth filter is not installed, follow the instructions listed below. 2.
General Operation FOR WET VACUUMING: WARNING: BEFORE INSTALLING, REMOVING OR CLEANING THE VACUUM CLEANER FILTER, ENSURE THAT THE POWER CORD IS REMOVED FROM THE POWER OUTLET AND THE APPLIANCE IS SWITCHED OFF. 1. In order to prepare your vacuum cleaner for wet vacuuming, remove the power head from the container and place in the upside down position (Fig. 8). 2. Remove the dry use cloth filter. 3.
General Operation WARNING: DO NOT USE THE CLOTH FILTER FOR WET VACUUMING DO NOT USE A DUST COLLECTION BAG FOR WET VACUUMING IMPORTANT! When vacuuming large quantities of liquids, do not immerse the nozzle completely in the liquid; leave a gap at the tip of the nozzle opening to allow air inflow. The machine is fitted with a float valve that stops the suction action when the container reaches its maximum capacity. You will notice an increase in motor noise.
General Operation BLOWER OPERATION This wet and dry vacuum cleaner has blow capabilities. To use the blower feature follow the instructions listed. WARNING: KEEP BYSTANDERS CLEAR FROM BLOWING DEBRIS. WARNING: WEAR A DUST MASK IF BLOWING CREATES DUST THAT MIGHT BE INHALED. 1. Verify that the power cord is disconnected from the power socket. 2. Make sure the container and any collected waste is emptied before using as a blower. This also includes removal of the dust bag. 3. Remove hose from the vacuum port.
Maintenance WARNING: REMOVE THE POWERCORD FROM THE POWER SUPPLY BEFORE CARRYING OUT ANY MAINTENANCE. 1. Verify that the power cord is disconnected from the power socket (Fig. 1). 2. Disconnect the hose from the vacuum cleaner, turning counter clockwise in direction (Fig. 2). 3. Un-clip the latches and remove the power head from the container. 4. Clear all dirt and debris from the container and hose (Fig. 3). 5.
Maintenance CLEANING REUSABLE CLOTH FILTER 1. With the removed power head in the upside down position, carefully remove the reusable cloth filter from the filter cage. Clean the cloth filter by gently tapping or brushing dirt off. Cleaning should not be done indoors or in living areas. For optimal performance a new filter is recommended (Fig. 4). 2. Use a mild soap and water solution to wash reusable cloth filter and rinse with clean water (Fig. 5). 3.
Maintenance CLEANING FOAM WET FILTER 1. With the removed power head in an upside down position, carefully remove the foam filter by pulling up and over the internal filter cage (Fig. 6). 2. Use a mild soap and water solution to wash foam filter and rinse with clean water (Fig. 7). 3. Allow filter to air dry before installing and using again. 4. Install cleaned or new filter into place as instructed above on page 15. Replacement filters and dust bags can be purchased from the after sales helpline.
Troubleshooting WARNING: ONLY PERFORM THE STEPS DESCRIBED WITHIN THESE INSTRUCTIONS! ALL FURTHER INSPECTION, MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR WORK MUST BE PERFORMED BY A QUALIFIED SPECIALIST. WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK-UNPLUG BEFORE TROUBLESHOOTING. CLEANING PERFORMANCE All vacuum cleaners are very simple and reliable machines, a motor with a fan attached to move air through the machine. Guild vacuum cleaners are robust and tested for endurance.
Troubleshooting PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Check the power supply and fuse. The appliance does not Have the damaged part work. Functional fault in the power checked by qualified cord, switch, or motor. personnel or contact the after sales helpline. The reusable cloth filter is Put in a cloth filter or replace missing or damaged. it. Dust is escaping from the motor cover. Misuse the foam filter when Replace the foam filter with dry vacuuming. the cloth filter. Dust bag is full. Replace the dust bag.
Replacement Parts List Parts List 551046122 551051116 551023136 551382105 951445 950135 951319X2 950086 Accessories Hose Crevice Tool Floor Nozzle Carpet Nozzle Extension Wands Reusable Cloth Filter Dust Bag Foam Filter Guarantee This product is selected for DOMESTIC USE ONLY and not for business use. This product is guaranteed against manufacturing defects for a period of 24 months.
Recycling And Disposal Recycle unwanted materials instead of disposing of them as waste. All tools, hoses and packaging should be sorted, taken to the local recycling centre and disposed of in an environmentally safe way. Recycle rather than dispose of unwanted material in landfill whenever possible. The machine must be delivered in rigid packaging to avoid damage during transportation. The packaging and the machine itself are manufactured from recyclable materials and should be disposed of accordingly.
