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EM18910P-3
3 GALLON PORTABLE WET/DRY VACUUM
ASPIRADORA PORTÁTIL PARA SECO/MOJADO DE 11,4 L
ASPIRATEUR SEC/HUMIDE PORTABLE 11,4 L

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Français (traduction de la notice d’instructions originale) 18
English (original instructions)
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DEFINITIONS: SAFETY ALERT SYMBOLS AND WORDS
This instruction manual uses the following safety alert symbols and words to alert people to
hazardous situations and the risk of personal injury or property damage.
DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in
death or serious injury.
WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result
in death or serious injury.
CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in
minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE: Indicates a practice not related to personal injury which, if not avoided, may
result in property damage.
WARNING: Read all safety warnings and all
instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and
instructions may result in electric shock, fire
and/or serious injury.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, read the
instruction manual.
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Handle
Power switch
Lid latch
Vacuum port
Power cord
Dust tank
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3 in 1 Crevice nozzle (13-1513)
11 Reusable dry filter with clamp ring (25-1201)
- For dry pick up only
1-1/4” x 4’ Hose (20-1300)
Foam filter (25-1202) - For wet pick up only
Gulper nozzle (13-1588)
CAUTION: Please always apply the appropriate
filter when using the vacuum to avoid any
material or debris getting into the motor housing.

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WARNING: When using electric appliances,
always follow basic safety precautions to reduce
the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury,
including the following:
WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric
shock. Do not expose to rain. Store indoors.
• Do not leave the appliance when it is connected
to a power source. Unplug it from outlet when
not in use and before servicing.
• Do not allow the appliance to be used as a toy.
Pay close attention when the appliance is used
by or near children.
• Use this appliance ONLY as described in the
manual. Use only ECOMAX recommended
attachments.
• Do not use this appliance with a damaged cord
or plug. If the appliance is not working correctly,
or if it has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors,
or dropped in water, return it to a service center.
• Do not pull or carry this appliance by the cord, use
the cord as a handle, close a door on the cord, or
pull the cord around sharp edges or corners. Do
not run the appliance over the cord. Keep cord
away from heated surfaces.
• Do not unplug this appliance by pulling on the
cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
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Do not handle the plug or appliance with wet hands.
• Do not put any objects into the openings of the
appliance. Do not use the appliance with any
opening blocked; keep free of dust, lint, hair and
anything else that may reduce air flow.
• Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all body
parts away from the openings and moving parts.
• Turn off all controls before unplugging appliance.
• Take extra care when cleaning on stairs.
• Do not use the appliance to pick up flammable or
combustible liquids, such as gasoline, or use in
areas where flammable or combustible liquids
are present.
• Static shocks are possible in dry areas or when
the relative humidity of the air is low. This is only
temporary and does not affect the use of the
vacuum. To reduce the frequency of static shocks,
add moisture to the air with a console, installed
humidifier or use anti-static hose
(standard on some models).
• To avoid spontaneous combustion, empty the dust
tank after each use.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE, READ AND
FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS.
Minimum Gauge for Cord Sets
Ampere Ra ting
Volts Total Length of Cord in Feet (meters)
120V 25 ( 7. 6) 50 (15.2) 100 (30.5) 150 (45.7)
240V 50 (15.2) 10 0 (30 .5) 200 ( 61 .0) 300 ( 91 .4 )
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Than
Not More
Than AWG
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10 12 16 16 14 12
12 16 14 12 Not Re commended
• Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking ,
such as cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes.
• Do not use to vacuum combustible explosive
materials, such as coal, grain, or other finely
divided combustible materials.
• Do not use to vacuum hazardous, toxic or
carcinogenic materials, such as asbestos or
pesticide.
• Never pick up explosive liquids (e.g. gasoline,
diesel fuel, heating oil, paint thinner, etc.), acids
or solvents.
• Do not use vacuum without filters in place.
• Some wood contains preservatives which can be
toxic. Take extra care to prevent inhalation and
skin contact when working with these materials.
Request and follow any safety information
available from the material supplier.
• Do not use vacuum as a step ladder.
• Do not place heavy objects on vacuum.
• An extension cord must have adequate wire size
(AWG or American Wire Gauge) for safety. The
smaller the gauge number of the wire, the greater
the capacity of the cable, that is 16 gauge has more
capacity than 18 gauge. An undersized cord will
cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of
power and overheating. When using more than
one extension to make up the total length, be sure
each individual extension cord contains at least
the minimum wire size. The following table shows
the correct size to use. If in doubt, use the next
heavier gauge. The smaller the gauge number, the
heavier the cord.
• If an extension cord is to be used outdoors it must
be marked with the suffix W-A or W following the
cord type designation. For example – SJTW-A
indicates it is acceptable for outdoor use.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS ADDITIONAL
SAFETY RULES
WARNING
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WARNING: Always wear proper personal
hearing protection that conforms to ANSI S12.6
(S3.19) during use. Under some conditions and
duration of use, noise from this product may
contribute to hearing loss.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Tank Capacity
Power
Motor
3 Gallon
1-1/4 in. x 4 ft.
Single Stage
120 V / 60 Hz / 8 A
Hose
SJTW18AWG / 6 ft. Length
Power cord
Model EM18910P-3
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To reduce the exposure to these chemicals, wear
approved safety equipment such as dust masks that
are specially designed to filter out microscopic
particles.
WARNING: Always use safety goggles.
Everyday eyeglasses are NOT safety goggles. Also
use face or dust mask if area of operation is dusty.
ALWAYS WEAR CERTIFIED SAFETY EQUIPMENT:
• ANSI Z87.1 eye protection (CAN/ CSA Z94.3),
• ANSI S12.6 (S3.19) hearing protection,
• NIOSH/ OSHA/ MSHA respiratory protection.
WARNING
SERVICING OF DOUBLE-INSULATED
WET/DRY VACUUM
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. Servicing a double-insulated Wet/Dry Vac
requires extreme care and knowledge of the system
and should be done only by qualified service
personnel. Replacement parts for a double-insulated
Wet/Dry Vac must be identical to the parts they
replace. This double- insulated Wet/Dry Vac is
marked with the words "DOUBLE-INSULATED" and
the symbol
(square within a square) may also be
marked on the appliance.
To reduce the risk of injury from electrical shock,
unplug power cord before servicing the electrical
parts of the Wet/Dry Vac.
IMPORTANT！
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced
by the manufacturer or its service agent or a
similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.
IMPORTANT！
Remove the plug from the socket before performing
maintenance. Before using the machine make sure
that the frequency and voltage shown on the rating
plate correspond with the mains voltage.
Specifications and details are subject to change
without prior notice. The accessories shown in the
pictures may vary from model to model.
WARNING: This product can expose people
to chemicals including lead, which is known to the
State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or
other reproductive harm. For more information go to
www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
WARNING
• TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY, USERS MUST
READ INSTRUCTION MANUAL. DO NOT RUN
UNATTENDED. DO NOT PICK UP FLAMMABLE,
COMBUSTIBLE OR HOT MATERIALS. DO NOT
USE AROUND EXPLOSIVE DUST, LIQUIDS OR
VAPORS. ELECTRICAL DEVICES PRODUCE
ARCS OR SPARKS WHICH CAN CAUSE FIRE
OR EXPLOSION. DO NOT USE AT FILLING
STATIONS OR ANYWHERE GASOLINE IS
STORED OR DISPENSED. DO NOT VACUUM
TOXIC OR CARCINOGENIC MATERIALS OR
OTHER HEALTH ENDANGERING MATERIALS
SUCH AS ASBESTOS OR PESTICIDES.
ALWAYS USE PROPER EYE AND RESPIRATORY
PROTECTION. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE TO
RAIN. STORE INDOORS. WHEN SERVICING,
USE ONLY IDENTICAL REPLACEMENT PARTS.
DO NOT TO BE USED AS A STEP STOOL.
electronic components. By ensuring the product
is treated in the correct manner, you will help
prevent any negative impact on the environment
and health that might arise were the product to
be discarded as ordinary refuse. For further
information about recycling, you should contact
your local authorities, refuse collection service or
the sales outlet where you bought the goods.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
The symbol on the product or packaging indicates
that the product must not be treated as domestic
refuse. Instead, it should be handed in to a
collection point for the recycling of electrical and