Wet/Dry Vacuum Operator’s Manual 16 Gallon Model No. VJH1612PF 0201 FOR YOUR SAFETY Read and understand this manual before use. Keep this manual for future reference. Distributed By Cleva North America, Inc. 601 Regent Park Court Greenville, SC 29607 Replacement Filters & Accessories available at: Vacmaster.
TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE Warranty…………………………………………………………………………………………...……... Safety Instructions & Warnings…………………………………………………………………….... Double Insulation Instructions………………………………………………………………………...... Extension Cords………………………………………………………………………………………... Unpacking & Checking Carton Contents………….……………………..…………….…………. General Assembly Instructions…………………………………………………………….………….... Dry Vacuum Operation……..………………………………………………………………………... Liquid Vacuum Operation………………………………………………………………………….....
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS & WARNINGS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS VACUUM. 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 Vacmaster ® recommended accessories.
DOUBLE INSULATION INSTRUCTIONS This Wet/Dry Vac is double-insulated, eliminating the need for a separate grounding system. Use only identical replacements parts. Read the instructions for Servicing Double-Insulated 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 A 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. B Carton Contents List: C D H G F J K E L M I Key Description ..…………....……….….... Qty. A B C D E F G H I J K L M Vac Assembly...................................... Hose................................................... Extension Wands................................ Utility Nozzle..............
GENERAL ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS A Philips head screw driver is required. 1 2 3 4 5 6a 6b 6c 6d 7 8 9 10 WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE TO RAIN. MAKE SURE PLUG IS DISCONNECTED BEFORE ASSEMBLING THE WET/DRY VAC. UNPACKING YOUR WET/DRY VACUUM & GENERAL ASSEMBLY 1. Verify that the power cord is disconnected from the outlet. (Fig. 1) 2. Undo the latches. (Fig. 2) 3. Lift the power head off the collection tank. (Fig. 3) 4.
DRY VACUUM OPERATION 1 2 3 4 45 6 DRY VACUUMING WARNING: BE SURE TO READ, UNDERSTAND, AND APPLY, INFORMATION ENTITLED ‘SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS & WARNINGS’. DO NOT VACUUM IN AREAS WITH FLAMMABLE GASES, VAPORS, OR EXPLOSIVE DUSTS IN THE AIR. FLAMMABLE GASES OR VAPORS INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO: LIGHTER FLUID, SOLVENT TYPE CLEANERS, OIL-BASED PAINTS, GASOLINE, ALCOHOL, OR AEROSOL SPRAYS. EXPLOSIVE DUSTS INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO: COAL, MAGNESIUM, GRAIN, OR GUN POWDER.
LIQUID VACUUM OPERATION 1 2 3 4 5 LIQUID VACUUMING WARNING: BE SURE TO READ, UNDERSTAND, AND APPLY, INFORMATION ENTITLED ‘SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS & WARNINGS’. DO NOT VACUUM IN AREAS WITH FLAMMABLE GASES, VAPORS, 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.
BLOWER OPERATION 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 This Wet/Dry Vac has blowing capabilities. To use the blower feature follow the instructions listed. WARNING: ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GOGGLES COMPLYING WITH ANSI Z87.1 (OR IN CANADA, CSAZ94.3) BEFORE USING BLOWER. 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 outlet. (Fig. 1) 2.
5. Clean or replace the filters. 6. Check the hose, attachments, and power cord to verify that they have not been damaged. 7. Place power head on collection tank and secure latches. IMPORTANT! Clean or change the cartridge filter regularly for best performance. ALWAYS USE CARTRIDGE FILTER FOR DRY VACUUMING. If the machine is used with out the cartridge filter, the motor will burn out and the warranty will be voided. Always keep spare filters on hand.
4. Install cleaned or new filter as instructed above in steps 2 and 3 of Installing Cartridge Filter. 5. Wet filters should be removed and allowed to air dry for 24 hours before installing onto the filter cage. IMPORTANT! Clean or change the cartridge filter regularly for best performance. ALWAYS USE CARTRIDGE FILTER FOR DRY VACUUMING. If the machine is used without the cartridge filter, the motor will burn out and the warranty will be voided. Always keep spare filters on hand.
TROUBLESHOOTING WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, UNPLUG BEFORE TROUBLESHOOTING. Symptom Possible Causes Corrective Action Vacuum will not operate 1) No power supply. 1) Check power supply – cord, breakers, fuses. 2) Faulty power cord. 2) Unplug and check the power cord. If damaged, have it repaired by a professional. 3) Collection tank full. 3) Empty collection tank. Dust comes out from motor 1) The cartridge filter is missing 1) Attach or replace cartridge cover. or damaged. filter.
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PARTS LIST Part 1 2 3 4 5 6 Drawing Number 551006102 Description Quantity 551007105 Hose Holder Power Head Assembly Float Filter Cage Collection Tank Vacuum Port Assembly 2 1 1 1 1 1 7 8 9 551002110 551007106 V2EW Drain Cap Assembly Caster Foot Assembly Extension Wands 1 4 2 10 551004104 Filter Retainer 1 551006103 551005104 11 VCFF Cartridge Filter 1 12 13 14 15 16 551060104 V2FBS V2CT V2UN 551002117 EVA Hose Floor Nozzle Crevice Tool Utility Nozzle Noise Diffuser 1 1 1 1 1 17 VFF5
