Craftsman 113.177690 User manual

owner's
manual
12 GALLON
MODEL NO.
113.177690
Serial
Number
Model and serial
numbers may be
found underneath
the handle.
You should record
both model and serial
numbers in a safe
place for future use.
_WARNING:
FOR YOUR
SAFETY,
READ ALL
INSTRUCTIONS
CAREFULLY
SAVE THIS
MANUAL
FOR FUTURE
REFERENCE J
CRRFTSMRH
12 GALLON
WET/DRY VAC
•safety
•assembly
•operating
•maintenance
•repair parts
•Espahol- pagina 17
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
Part No. SP6725 Printed in Mexico

Warranty
•Craftsman One Year Full Warranty
If this Craftsman product fails due to a defect in material or workmanship
within one year from the date of purchase, return it to any Sears store,
Sears Service Center, or other Craftsman outlet in the United States for
free repair (or replacement if repair proves impossible).
This warranty applies for only 90 days from the date of purchase if this
product is ever used for commercial or rental purposes.
This warranty does not include bags or filters, which are expendable
parts that can wear out from normal use within the warranty period.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have
other rights, which vary, from state to state.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Safety is a combination of using common
sense, staying alert, and knowing how your
Wet/Dry Vacuum cleaner ("Vac") works.
Safety Signal Words
_, DANGER: Indicates a hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, will result
in death or serious injury.
_, WARNING: Indicates a hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury.
_, CAUTION: Indicates a hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, could
result in minor or moderate injury.
When using your Vac, always follow basic
safety precautions including the following:
WARNING-To reduce
the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury:
•Read and understand this manual and
all labels on the Vac before operating.
• Use only as described in this manual.
• Do not leave Vac running while
unattended - you may fail to notice
important signs indicating abnormal
operation such as loss of suction,
debris/liquid exiting exhaust, or
abnormal motor noises. Immediately
stop using Vac if you notice these signs.
• Sparks inside the motor can ignite
flammable vapors or dust. To reduce
the risk of fire or explosion, do not use
near combustible liquids, gases, or
dusts, such as gasoline or other fuels,
lighter fluid, cleaners, oil-based paints,
natural gas, coal dust, magnesium
dust, grain dust, aluminum dust, or gun
powder.
• Do not vacuum anything that is burning
or smoking, such as cigarettes,
matches, or hot ashes.
• Do not vacuum drywall dust, cold
fireplace ash, or other fine dusts with
standard filter. These may pass
through the filter and be exhausted
back into the air. Use a fine dust filter
instead.
• To reduce the risk of inhaling toxic
vapors, do not vacuum or use near
toxic or hazardous materials.
• To reduce the risk of electric shock,
do not expose to rain or allow liquid to
enter motor compartment. Store
indoors.
• Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close
attention is necessary when used by or
near children.
• Do not use with a torn filter or without
the filter installed except when
vacuuming liquids as described in this
manual. Dry debris ingested by the
impeller may damage the motor or be
exhausted into the air.
• Turn off Vac before unplugging.
• WARNING: The power cord on this
product contains lead, a chemical
known in the state of California to
cause birth defects or other reproduc-
tive harm. Wash hands after
handling.

• Do not leave Vac when plugged in.
Unplug from outlet when not in use and
before servicing.
• To reduce the risk of injury from acci-
dental starting, unplug power cord
before changing or cleaning filter.
• Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To
unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
• Do not use with damaged cord, plug or
other parts. If your Vac is not working
as it should, has missing parts, has
been dropped, damaged, left outdoors,
or dropped into water, call customer
service.
• Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord
as handle, close a door on cord, or pull
cord around sharp edges or corners.
Do not run Vac over cord. Keep cord
away from heated surfaces.
• Do not handle plug, switch, or the Vac
with wet hands.
• Do not put any object into ventilation
openings. Do not vacuum with any
ventilation openings blocked; keep free
of dust, lint, hair or anything that may
reduce air flow.
• Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and
all parts of body away from openings
and moving parts.
• To reduce the risk of falls, use extra
care when cleaning on stairs.
• To reduce the risk of back injury or
falls, do not lift a Vac that is heavy with
liquid or debris. Partially empty by
scooping debris or draining liquid.
• To reduce the risk of personal injury or
damage to Vac, use only Craftsman
recommended accessories.
• When using as a blower:
- Direct air discharge only at work area.
- Do not direct air at bystanders.
- Keep children away when blowing.
- Do not use blower for any job except
blowing dirt and debris.
- Do not use as a sprayer.
- Wear safety eyewear.
• To reduce the risk of eye injury, wear
safety eyewear. The operation of any util-
ity Vac or blower can result in foreign
objects being blown into the eyes, which
can result in severe eye damage.
This Vac is double-insulated, eliminating
the need for a separate grounding sys-
tem. Use only identical replacement parts.
Read the instructions for Servicing
Double-Insulated Wet/Dry Vacs.
Use only extension cords that are rated
for outdoor use. Extension cords in poor
condition or too small in wire size can
pose fire and shock hazards. To reduce
the risk of these hazards, be sure the
cord is in good condition and that liquid
does not contact the connection. Do not
use an extension cord with conductors
smaller than 16 gauge (AWG)in size.
To reduce power loss, use a 14 gauge
extension cord if 25 to 50 ft. long and
12 gauge for 50 ft. or longer.
_, CAUTION:
• To reduce the risk of hearing damage,
wear ear protectors when using for
extended hours or in a noisy area.
• For dusty operations, wear dust mask.
• Static shocks are common when the
relative humidity of the air is low.
Vacuuming fine debris with your Vac
can deposit static charge on the hose
or Vac. To reduce the frequency of stat-
ic shocks in your home or when using
this Vac, add moisture to the air with a
humidifier.
Observe the following warnings that
appear on the motor housing of your Vac:
._ DOUBLE INSULATED
GROUNDING NOT REQUIRED.
WHEN SERVICING USE ONLY
IDENTICAL REPLACEMENT PARTS.
WARNING: For your own safety,
read and understand owner's
manual. Do not run unattended.
Do not pick up hot ashes, coals,
toxic, flammable or other hazardous
materials. Do not use around
explosive liquids or vapors.
I WARNING: To reduce the risk of
electric shock - do not expose to
rain - store indoors. I
SAVE THIS MANUAL

Introduction
This Wet/Dry Vac is intended for house-
hold use. It may be used for vacuuming of
wet or dry media and may be used as a
blower.
Read this owner's manual to familiarize
yourself with the product features and to
understand the specific usage of your new
Wet/Dry Vac.
Table of Contents
Section Page
Warranty Information ............... 2
Safety Instructions ................. 2
Introduction ...................... 4
Assembly ........................ 5
Carton Contents ................. 5
Caster/Caster Foot Assembly ...... 6
Vac Assembly ................... 6
Insert Hose ..................... 7
Accessory Storage ............... 7
Operation ........................ 8
Vacuuming Dry Materials .......... 8
Vacuuming Liquids ............... 9
Emptying the Drum .............. 9
Blowing Feature ................ 10
Section Page
Maintenance .................... 11
Filter ......................... 11
Filter Cleaning ................. 11
Filter Removal and Replacement... 11
Cleaning a Dry Filter ............ 12
Cleaning a Wet Filter ............ 12
Cleaning and Disinfecting
the Wet/Dry Vac .............. 13
Casters ....................... 13
Storage ....................... 13
Repair Parts ..................... 14

Assembly
Remove entire contents of carton. Check
each item against the Carton Contents
List. Notify your Sears Store or Sears
Service Center immediately if any parts
are damaged or missing.
Carton Contents List
Key Description Qty.
A Mac Assembly .............. 1
B Pos-I-Lock _ Hose Assembly ...1
C Utility Nozzle ............... 1
D* Filter Nut .................. 1
E* Filter Plate ................ 1
F* Filter ..................... 1
G* Filter Cage ................ 1
H* Float ..................... 1
I Extension Wands ........... 2
J Caster Foot W/Storage ....... 4
K Caster .................... 4
L Owner's Manual ............ 1
* These items are preassembled to the Vac
power head.
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Assembly (continued)
Caster/Caster Foot Assembly
1. Remove the power assembly from the
dust drum and set aside.
2. Turn the dust drum upside down on the
floor.
3. Insert the caster feet into the bottom of
drum, as shown (4 places).
4. Push on the caster foot until the foot is
flush with bottom of the dust drum.
5. Insert the caster stem into the socket of
the caster foot, as shown (4 places).
6. Push on the caster until the ball on the
caster stem is inserted all the way into
the socket. You will hear the ball snap
into the socket and the caster will
swivel easily when positioning is
correct.
7. Turn the drum upright.
Vac Assembly
1. Line up front (label and switch side) of
power assembly with drain cap and
Vac port located on the front of the
drum.
Note: Power assembly must be aligned
with drum for proper attachment.
2. Place power assembly on top of drum.
3. Be sure power assembly completely
covers the top of the drum so leakage
does not occur.
Caster
Caster Stem
Caster Ball
Pin >
Caster
Foot Dust
Drum
4. Upon releasing flexible latches, the
power assembly will attach to the
drum.
5. To remove the power assembly, lift up
on the flexible latches and remove from
drum.
Power
_/Assembly
Jura
Port
Drain

Assembly (continued)
Insert Hose
Insert the hose locking end of the "Pos-I-
Lock®'`hose into the inlet of the Vac. The
hose should snap into place. To remove
the hose from the Vac, press the release
button in the hose assembly and pull the
hose out of the Vac inlet, as shown.
Press
Release and
it° i Pull
Accessory Storage
Your accessories may be stored in the
caster feet. The hose may be stored by
wrapping it around the unit and plugging
the open end into one of the storage
locations on the caster feet.
Accessory
Storage Location
Hose
Power Y
Open End
Of Hose 1=7/8" Accessory
Storage Location
Push Button
End Of Hose

Operation
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, explosion, or damage to Vac:
• Do not leave Vac running while unattended - you may fail to notice important signs
indicating abnormal operation such as loss of suction, debris/liquid exiting
exhaust, or abnormal motor noises. Immediately stop using Vac if you notice
these signs.
• Do not leave Vac plugged-in when not in use.
• Do not continue running when float has cut off suction.
• Do not operate Vac in areas with flammable gases, vapors or explosive dust in the
air. Sparks inside the motor can ignite airborne flammables. Flammable gases
and vapors include: lighter fluid, solvent-type cleaners, oil-based paints, gasoline,
alcohol, or aerosol sprays. Flammable dusts include: coal, magnesium,
aluminum, grain, or gun powder.
• Do not vacuum up explosive dusts, flammable liquids, or hot ashes.
• Do not use Vac as a sprayer.
A_, WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock or injury:
• Do not expose to rain or allow liquid to enter motor compartment. Store indoors.
• Do not handle plug, switch, or Vac with wet hands.
• Do not service Vac while it is plugged-in. If your Vac is not working as it should,
has missing parts, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into
water, return it to an independent service center or call customer service.
• When using an extension cord, use only outdoor-rated cords that are in good
condition. Do not allow the connection to come into contact with liquid.
• Do not vacuum toxic materials to reduce the risk of inhaling the vapors or dust.
Polarized Plug
To reduce the risk of electric shock, this
appliance has a polarized plug (one
blade is wider than the other). This plug
will fit in a polarized outlet only one way.
If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet,
reverse the plug. If it still does not fit,
contact a qualified electrician to install the
proper outlet. Do not change the plug in
any way.
After you plug the power cord into the
outlet, turn the unit on by pushing the
switch from position "0" to position "1".
The symbols used on the switch actuator
are international "On & Off" symbols. "0"
is the symbol for "OFF" and "1"is the
symbol for "ON".
=OFF I=ON
Vacuuming Dry Materials
1. The filter must always be in correct
position to reduce the risk of leaks and
possible damage to Vac.
2. When using your Vac to pick up very
fine dust, it will be necessary for you to
empty the drum and clean the filter at
more frequent intervals to maintain
peak Vac performance.
NOTE: A dry filter is necessary to pick up
dry material. If you use your Vac to pick
up dust when the filter is wet, the filter will
clog quickly and be very difficult to clean.
The optional Craftsman HEPA Rated
Material Filter, stock number 9-17912 will
do a better job stopping very fine
particles than the 9-17816 filter.

Operation (continued)
Vacuuming Liquids
_WARNING: Do not operate without
filter cage and float, as they prevent
liquid from entering the impeller and
damaging the motor.
1. When picking up small amounts of
liquid the filter may be left in place.
2. When picking up large amounts of
liquid we recommend that the filter be
removed. If the filter is not removed, it
will become saturated and misting may
appear in the exhaust.
3. After using the Vac to pick up liquids,
the filter must be dried to reduce the
risk of possible mildew and damage to
the filter.
4. When the liquid in the drum reaches a
predetermined level, the float mecha-
nism will rise automatically to cut off
air-flow. When this happens, turn off
the Vac, unplug the power cord, and
empty the drum. You will know that the
float has risen because Vac airflow
ceases and the motor noise will
become higher in pitch, due to
increased motor speed.
IMPORTANT: To reduce the risk of
damage to the Vac do not run motor with
float in raised position.
Emptying the Drum
1. Remove the power assembly. Push
down and pull out the flexible locking
tabs to release from drum.
2. While holding the locking tabs out, lift
the power assembly up and away from
the drum.
3. Lay power assembly upside down on a
clean area while emptying the drum.
4. Dump the drum contents into the
proper waste disposal container.
5. The Vac comes equipped with a drain
for easy emptying of liquids. Simply
unscrew the drain cap and lift the
opposite side slightly to empty the
drum.
,_k WARNING: To reduce the risk of
back injury or falls, do not lift a Vac
heavy with liquid or debris. Scoop or
drain enough contents out to make the
Vac light enough to lift comfortably.

Operation (continued)
Blowing Feature
Your Vac features a blowing port. It can
blow sawdust and other debris. Follow
the steps below to use your Vac as a
blower.
_k WARNING: Always wear safety
eyewear complying with ANSI Z87.1
(or in Canada, CSA Z94.3) before
using as a blower.
,_, WARNING: To avoid injury to
bystanders, keep them clear of blowing
debris.
CAUTION: Wear a dust mask if
blowing creates dust which might be
inhaled.
Craftsman recommended accessories are
available at Sears retail stores and
sears.com. The Sears 1-7/8" car nozzle,
Stock No. 17839 is recommended for
blowing debris.
Push/Pull Handle
Handle
_1_CAUTION: To reduce the risk of
hearing damage, wear ear protectors
when using the Vac/blower for extend-
ed hours or when using it in a noisy
area.
1. Locate blowing port of your Vac.
2. Insert the locking end of the "Pos-I-
Lock ®''hose into the blowing port of the
Vac. The hose should snap into place.
To remove the hose from the Vac,
press the release button in the hose
assembly and pull the hose out of the
Vac inlet.
3. (Optional) Attach extension wand to
opposite end of hose
4. Turn Vac on and you are ready to use
your Vac as a blower.
Swivel End
Of Hose
Extension
Wand (Optional)
10

Maintenance
Filter
WARNING: To reduce the risk of
injury from accidental starting, unplug
power cord before changing or clean-
ing 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.
Filter Cleaning
Your filter should be cleaned often to
maintain peak Vac performance.
Be sure to dry the filter before storing or
picking up dry debris.
IMPORTANT: After cleaning, check the
filter for tears or small holes. Do not use
a filter with holes or tears in it. Even a
small hole can cause a lot of dust to
come out of your Vac. Replace it
immediately.
Filter Removal and Replacement
1. To remove the filter for cleaning or
replacement, unscrew the filter nut
from the filter cage, remove filter plate
and lift off filter.
IMPORTANT: To reduce the risk of
damage to the blower wheel and motor,
always reinstall the filter before using the
Vac for dry material pickup.
2. Carefully slide the filter over the filter
cage, sliding it over the center ring
covering the 3 slots until the filter stops
against the lid.
3. Place the hole in the filter plate over
threaded stud of the filter cage.
4. Gently push on the filter plate to seat
the rubber ring of the filter inside the
circular channel of the filter plate.
5. Place filter nut onto threaded stud and
tighten it down. Finger tighten only.
NOTE: Lever of filter nut should be away
from plate as shown.
IMPORTANT: Do not overtighten as this
may deform or crack the filter plate, filter
cage, or filter.
NOTE: Your filter has a red stripe that
matches an in-store displayer. When
you visit your local Sears store, just
remember the color of your stripe for
the correct size filter.
Filter Filter Nut
Lever Filter Plate
Filter
11
Stud
Filter Cage

Maintenance (continued)
NOTE: If filter cage needs to be
removed, or replaced, use a flat blade
screwdriver and insert the blade near one
of the tabs between the filter cage and
the center ring of the lid. Pry the tab out
of the slot. Tilt the cage and lift away from
the lid. Replace in the following manner:
1. 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.
2. Line up filter cage tabs with slots in the
center ring of the lid.
3. Push on the filter cage until the tabs
snap into slots for a secure fit.
Filter Cage _._
Tabs (3) -......._
.Float -.. _S Power
Solid End_ Assembly
)
Cleaning A Dry Filter
Some removal of dry debris can be
accomplished without removing the filter
from the Vac. Slap your hand on top of
the power assembly while the Vac is
turned off.
For best cleaning results due to
accumulated dust, clean the filter in an
open area. Cleaning SHOULD be done
outdoors and not in the living quarters.
After filter removal from Vac, remove the
dry debris by gently tapping the filter
against the inside wall of your dust drum.
The debris will loosen and fall.
For thorough cleaning of dry filter with
fine dust (no debris), run water through it
as described under "Cleaning A Wet
Filter".
Cleaning A Wet Filter
After filter is removed, run water through
the filter from a hose or spigot. Take care
that water pressure from the hose is not
strong enough to damage filter.
12

Maintenance (continued)
Cleaning and Disinfecting the
Wet/Dry Vac
To keep your Wet/Dry Vac looking its
best, clean the outside with a cloth
dampened with warm water and mild
soap.
To clean the drum:
1. Dump debris out.
2. Wash drum thoroughly with warm water
and mild soap.
3. Wipe out with dry cloth.
Before prolonged storage or as needed
(i.e., waste water pick up) the drum
should be disinfected.
Casters
If your casters are noisy, you may put a
drop of oil on the roller shaft to make them
quieter.
Storage
Before storing your Vac, the drum should
be emptied and cleaned. The cord should
be wrapped around the push/pull handle
and cord wrap, as shown and the hose
should be stored as described in this
manual. Accessories should be kept in the
same area as the Vac so they can be
readily available. The Vac should be stored
indoors.
To disinfect the drum:
1. Pour 1 gallon of water and 1 teaspoon
chlorine bleach into the drum.
2. Let solution stand for 20 minutes,
carefully swishing every few minutes,
making sure to wet all inside surfaces
of the drum.
3. Empty drum after 20 minutes. Rinse
with water until bleach smell is gone.
Allow drum to dry completely before
sealing the motor on the drum.
Handle
Cord Wrap
WARNING: To assure product
SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs
and adjustments should be performed
by a Sears Parts & Repair Service
Center, always using Sears replace-
ment parts.
13

Repair Parts
12 Gallon Wet/Dry Vac
Model No. 113.177690
Always order by Part Number - Not by Key Number
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. 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. Your double-insulated Wet/Dry Vac is
marked with the words "DOUBLE INSULATED" and the symbol F_ (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.
Key 12 Gallon
No. Pa_ No.
1 828952
2 813213
3 829971-12
4 830275
5 829693
6 819260-13
7 829718-5
8 509819
9 820563-4
10 818961
11 818413-2
12 315534-1
13 826817
14 820563-5
15 829692-1
16 823200
17 823201
18 17816
19 16937
20 16938
21 829971-15
22 73185
23 832836
24 331605
25 17835
26 17834
27 830674
28 SP6725
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Description
Actuator, Switch
Switch, Toggle
Cover w/Labels
Duct, Exhaust
Motor (Includes Key No's. 11, thru 14)
Lead Assembly
Cord w/Terminals
Lid Assembly
Screw, Pan Hd. Ty. "AB" 10 x 3/4 Ser.
Spacer
Blower Wheel
Washer
Nut, Hex Flange 5/16-18
Screw, Pan Hd. Ty. "AB" 10 x 1-1/4 Ser.
Collector
Float (Includes key No. 17)
Filter Cage
Filter (Filter Stripe)
Filter Plate
Filter Nut
Drum (Includes Key No. 22)
Cap, Drain
Foot, Caster w/Storage
Caster
Utility Nozzle
Extension Wand
Pos-I-Lock ®Hose
Owner's Manual (Not Illustrated)
1-Stock Item - May Be Secured Through The Hardware Department Of Most Sears Retail Stores
* Only Available at SEARS.COM and SEARSPARTSDIRECT.COM
14

Repair Parts
12 Gallon Wet/Dry Vac
Model No. 113.177690
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Notes
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12 GALONES
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antes deutilizarla.
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o el polvo.Parareducir el riesgode incendio o
explosion: Nouse la aspiradoracerca deliquidos,
gasescombustibles, o polvos explosivoscomo
gasolina u otros combustibles,liquido encendedor,
limpiadores,pinturas a basedeaceite, gas natural,
polvo decarbon, polvo demagnesio, polvo de
granos decereal,polvo dealuminio o pOlvora.
• No recojacon laaspiradora nada que est_ardiendo
o humeando,como cigarrillos, fOsforos o cenizas
calientes.
• No recojacon laaspiradora polvode pareddetipo
seconi cenizafria de chimeneao otros polvos finos
con un filtro est_ndar.Estosmateriales pueden
pasar por el filtro y ser expulsados devuelta al aire.
Utilice unfiltro parapolvofino en lugar de unfiltro
est_ndar.
• Parareducir el riesgode inhalarvaporestOxicos,
no recojacon la aspiradoramaterialestOxicoso
peligrosos ni la usecercade dichos materiales.
• Para reducir el riesgodedescargasel_ctricas, no
expongala aspiradoraa la Iluvia ni deje que entren
liquidos en el compartimiento del motor. Guardela
aspiradoraen unlugar interior.
• No permita que la aspiradorase utilice como un
juguete.Senecesitaprestarm_ima atenciOn
cuandosea utilizadapor ni_os ocerca de_stos.
• No use la aspiradoracon unfiltro desgarrado osin
tenerel filtro instalado,exceptocuando recojacon
ellaliquidos de la maneraque se describeen este
manual. Los residuos secosabsorbidos por el
impulsor podrian da_arel motor o ser expulsados
devuelta al aire.
• Apaguela aspiradoraantesde desenchufarla.
•ADVERTENCIA:El cordon de energiadeeste
producto contiene plomo, una sustancia quimica
quesegQnlos conocimientosdel estado de
Californiacausa defectos denacimiento u otros
da_osa la reproducciOn.L_vese/as manos
despu_sdemanejar e/producto.
• Noabandone laaspiradora cuandoest_ enchufada.
Desench_feladel tomacorrientecuando no la est_
utilizando y antes de realizarservicio de revision.
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• Para reducir el riesgode lesionesdebidas aun
arranqueaccidental,desenchufeel cord6n de
energiaantesde cambiar o limpiarel filtro.
• Nodesenchufe la aspiradoratirando del cordon.
Paradesenchufarla,agarreel enchufey no el
cordon.
• No use la aspiradoracon el cordon da_ado,el en-
chufe da_adou otras piezasda_adas.Si la aspira-
dora no funciona como debe, le faltan piezas,se ha
caido,hasido da_ada,se ha dejado a la intemperie
o se ha caidoal agua, Ilameaservicio al cliente.
• Notire de la aspiradorausando el cordon ni la Ileve
por el cordon, ni useel cordon como asa, ni cierre
unapuertasobre el cordon, ni tire del cordon
alrededor dehordes o esquinasafilados. Nopase la
aspiradoraen marchasobre el cordon. Mantengael
cordon alejado de lassuperficies calientes.
• No manejeel enchufe,el interruptor ola aspiradora
con las manos mojadas.
• No ponga ning_n objetoen las aberturasdeventila-
ciOn.No recojanadacon la aspiradoracuando
cualquierade lasaberturas deventilaci6n est_
bloqueada;mantengadichas aberturas libres de
polvo, pelusa,pelo o cualquier cosaque pueda
reducir el fiujo deaire.
• Mantengael pelo, la ropaholgada,los dedosy
todas laspartes del cuerpo alejadosde las
aberturasy de laspiezasmOviles.
• Parareducir el riesgodecaidas, tengacuidado
adicional al limpiar enescaleras.
• Parareducir el riesgode lesionesde espaldao
caidas,no levanteunaaspiradora quepese mucho
debidoa quecontiene liquido o residuos. Saque
partedel contenido de la aspiradorao dr_nela
parcialmenteparahacer que sea Iosuficientemente
livianacomo parapoder levantarlac6modamente.
• Parareducir el riesgode lesionescorporales o
da_osa la aspiradora,utilice _nicamente
accesorios recomendadospor Craftsman.
• Cuandoutilice la aspiradoracomo soplador:
Dirija la descargade aire solamente haciael Area
detrabajo.
- No dirija el airehacialas personasqueest_n
presentes.
- Mantengaalejadosa los ni_os durantela
operaci6nde soplado.
- No utilice el soplador paratrabajosque no sean
soplar suciedady residuos.
- No use la aspiradoracomo rociador.
Use protecciOnocularde seguridad.
• Para reducir el riesgo de lesiones enlos ojos, use
protecciOn ocular de seguridad. LautilizaciOn de
cualquier aspiradora utilitaria o soplador utilitario
puede hacer que se soplen objetos extra_os hacia
los ojos, Io cual puede causar da_os graves en
los ojos.
• Estaaspiradoratieneaislamiento doble, Iocual
elimina la necesidadde un sistema independiente
deconexiOnatierra. Utilice _nicamentepiezasde
repuesto id_nticas.Lealas instruccionesde servicio
de revisionde lasaspiradoras paramojado/seco
con aislamiento doble.
• Utilice Qnicamentecordonesde extensionque
tengancapacidadnominal parauso a la intemperie.
Los cordones deextensionqueest_n enmalas
condiciones otengan un tamaffo dealambre
demasiadopequeffopueden crearpeligros de
incendioy descargasel_ctricas. Parareducir el
riesgo deestos peligros, asegQresede queel
cordon est_ en buenascondiciones y que el liquido
no entreencontacto con la conexiOn.No utiliceun
cordon de extensionque tenga conductores con un
diAmetromenor al calibre 16(AWG). Para reducir la
p_rdida depotencia, utilice un cord6n deextension
decalibre 14si la Iongitudes de 25 a50 pies,y de
calibre12 si la Iongitudes de50 pies o mAs.
_, PRECAUCION:
• Para reducir el riesgo de da_os a laaudiciOn, use
protectores de oidos cuando utilice la aspiradora
durante muchas horas seguidas o cuando la
emplee en un Arearuidosa.
• Paraoperacionesque generanpolvo,use unamAs-
caraantipolvo.
• Las descargasde estAticason comunes cuando
la humedad relativadel aire es baja.Si recoge
residuos finos con la aspiradora,se puededeposi-
tar carga estAticaen la manguerao en la aspirado-
ra. El mejor remediopara reducir la frecuenciade
lasdescargasde estAticaensu casaocuando use
estaaspiradoraes a_adir humedadal aire con un
humidificador.
Sigalas siguientes advertenciasque aparecenen la
cajadel motor de la aspiradora.
._ ISLAMIENTODOBLE.NO SEREOUlERE
CONEXIONA TIERRA.
CUANDOHAGASERVICIO DE REVISIONDE
LAASPIRADORA,UTILICEONICAMENTEPIEZASDE
REPUESTOIDt_NTICAS.
ADVERTENCIA:Para sn propia segnridad, lea
y entienda el manual del operador. No tenga en
marcha la aspiradora desatendida. No recoja
cenizas calientes, carboncaliente, materiales
t6xicos ni inflamables ni otros materiales
peligrosos. No use la aspiradoraalrededor de
liquidoso vaporesexplosivos.
ADVERTENCIA:Para redncir el riesgo de
sacndidas el_ctricas, no expongala aspiradora
la Iluvia y almac_nela en interiores.
GUARDEESTEMANUAL
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Introducci6n
Estaaspiradoraparamojado/secoest,.dise_ada
solamenteparausodom6stico.Sepuedeutilizar
pararecogermaterialesmojadososecosy se
puedeusarcomosoplador.
Leaestemanualdeloperadorparafamiliarizarse
conlascaracteristicasdelproductoy paraentender
la utilizaci6nespecificadesu nuevaaspiradora.
indice
Articulo P;_gina Articulo P;_gina
Informaci6ndegarantia .................. 18
Instruccionesdeseguridad ................ 18
Introducci6n ........................... 20
Ensamblaje............................. 21
Contenidodela cajadecart6n ........... 21
Ensamblajedelas ruedecillas/patas
pararuedecilla...................... 22
Ensamblajedela aspiradora............. 22
Introduzcala manguera................. 23
Almacenamientodeaccesorios.......... 23
Funcionamiento......................... 24
Recogidadematerialessecos........... 24
Recogidadeliquido.................... 25
Vaciadodeltambor .................... 25
Dispositivodesoplado ................. 26
Mantenimiento.......................... 27
Filtro ............................... 27
Limpiezadelfiltro ................... 27
Remoci6ny reemplazodelfiltro ........ 27
Limpiezadeunfiltro seco .............. 28
Limpiezadeunfiltro mojado ............ 28
Limpiezay desinfecci6nde
laaspiradoraparamojado/seco......... 29
Ruedecillas.......................... 29
Almacenamiento...................... 29
Piezasderepuesto ...................... 30
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