Craftsman 113.177745 User manual

owner's
manual
MODEL NO.
113.177745
Serial
Number
Model number is found in
the rear on the UL label,
Serial number will be
found on the inside (back
side) of the latch,
You should record both
model and serial
numbers in a safe place
for future use,
AWARNING:
FOR YOUR
SAFETY,
READ ALL
INSTRUCTIONS
CAREFULLY
SAVE THIS
MANUAL
FOR FUTURE
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CRRFT MRII °
4 GALLON
PORTABLE
WET/DRY VAC
•safety
•assembly
•operation
•maintenance
•repair parts
•Espahol- pagina 13
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
Part No. SP6739 Printed in China

Warranty
rCraftsman 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 ('_/ac") 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.
• Do not leave Vac when plugged in.
Unplug from outlet when not in use and
before servicing.
• 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.

Donotusewithatornfilterorwithout
thefilterinstalledexceptwhen
vacuumingliquidsasdescribedinthis
manual.Drydebrisingestedbythe
impellermaydamagethemotororbe
exhaustedintotheair.
• TurnoffVacbeforeunplugging.
• Toreducetheriskofinjuryfrom
accidentalstarting,unplugpowercord
beforechangingorcleaningfilter.
• Donotunplugbypullingoncord.To
unplug,grasptheplug,notthecord.
• Donotusewithdamagedcord,plugor
otherparts.IfyourVacisnotworking
asitshould,hasmissingparts,has
beendropped,damaged,leftoutdoors,
ordroppedintowater,callcustomer
service.
Donotpullorcarrybycord,usecord
ashandle,closeadooroncord,orpull
cordaroundsharpedgesorcorners.
DonotrunVacovercord.Keepcord
awayfromheatedsurfaces.
Donothandleplug,switch,ortheVac
withwethands.
Useonlyextensioncordsthatarerated
foroutdooruse.Extensioncordsin
poorconditionortoosmallinwiresize
canposefireandshockhazards.
Toreducetheriskofthesehazards,
besurethecordisingoodcondition
andthatliquiddoesnotcontactthe
connection.Donotuseanextension
cordwithconductorssmallerthan
16gauge(AWG)insize.Toreduce
powerloss,usea14gaugeextension
cordif25to50ftlongand12gauge
for50ftorlonger.
ThisVacisdouble-insulated,
eliminatingtheneedforaseparate
groundingsystem.Useonlyidentical
replacementparts.Readthe
instructionsforServicingDouble-
InsulatedWet/DryVacs
Donotputanyobjectintoventilation
openings.Donotvacuumwithany
ventilationopeningsblocked;keepfree
ofdust,lint,hairoranythingthatmay
reduceairflow.
• Keephair,looseclothing,fingers,and
allpartsofbodyawayfromopenings
andmovingparts.
• Toreducetheriskoffalls,useextra
carewhencleaningonstairs.
• Toreducetheriskofpersonalinjuryor
damagetoVac,useonlyCraftsman
recommendedaccessories.
Toreducetheriskofeyeinjury,wear
safetyeyewear.Theoperationofany
utilityVacorblowercanresultin
foreignobjectsbeingblownintothe
eyes,whichcanresultinsevereeye
damage.
_, CAUTION:
• Toreducetheriskofhearingdamage,
wearearprotectorswhenusingfor
extendedtimeorinanoisyarea.
• Fordustyoperations,weardustmask.
• Staticshocksarecommonwhenthe
relativehumidityoftheairislow.
VacuumingfinedebriswithyourVac
candepositstaticchargeonthehose
orVac.Toreducethefrequencyof
staticshocksinyourhomeorwhen
usingthisVac,addmoisturetotheair
withahumidifier.
Observethefollowingwarningsthat
appearonthemotorhousingofyourVac:
._ 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.
_, WARNING: To reduce the risk of
electric shock - do not expose to rain -
store indoors.
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Introduction
This Portable Wet/Dry Vac is intended for
household use. It may be used for
vacuuming wet or dry media.
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 ........................ 2
Important Safety Instructions ........ 2-3
Introduction ...................... 4
Table of Contents ................. 4
Assembly ........................ 4
Carton Contents List ............. 4
Tools Required .................. 4
Tool Caddy Assembly ............. 5
Wheels/Caster Assembly .......... 5
Insert Hose ..................... 6
Accessory Storage ............... 6
Operation ........................ 7
Polarized Plug .................. 7
Section Page
Vacuuming Dry Materials .......... 8
Vacuuming Liquids ............... 8
Emptying the Drum .............. 8
Maintenance ..................... 9
Filter Cleaning .................. 9
Filter Removal and Replacement .... 9
Cleaning a Dry Filter ............ 10
Cleaning a Wet Filter ............ 10
Cleaning and Disinfecting
the Wet/Dry Vac .............. 11
Caster ........................ 11
Storage ....................... 11
Repair Parts ..................... 12
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
K
Sears retail replacement filters are sold
Stock No. 17810.
Key Description Qty.
A Wet/Dry Vac ................ 1
B Tool Caddy ................ 1
C Caster ..................... 1
D Wheels .................... 2
E Hose ...................... 1
F Car Nozzle ................. 1
G Sofa Brush ................. 1
H Crevice Tool ................ 1
I Extension Wands ............ 2
J Bag Assembly .............. 1
Screws .................. 4
Owners Manual ............. 1
by
Tools Required
Phillips
Screwdriver
_'_- j

Assembly (continued)
Tool Caddy Assembly
Locate the tool caddy and the bag
assembly in the carton. The tool caddy is
designed to fit on the back of the
4-Gallon drum and MUST BE assembled
to the Vac BEFORE fastening the wheels.
1. Remove the power head from the drum
and set aside.
2. Turn the drum upside down on a flat
surface.
3. Turn the tool caddy upside down and
align to the back of the drum.
4. Install the four screws in the allotted
holes using a Phillips screwdriver.
Tighten screws until snug. Do not over
tighten as this may tend to deform the
caddy.
Wheels/Caster Assembly
The tool caddy MUST BE assembled to
the Vac BEFORE fastening the wheels.
Locate the two wheels and the caster in
the carton. The caster is designed to fit
towards the front of the drum and the
wheels for the back.
1. Insert the caster into the bottom of the
drum as shown
2. Push the caster until the flange on the
caster stem is inserted all the way into
the socket. You will hear the flange
snap into the socket. The caster will
swivel easily when positioning is
correct.
3. Position the axle side of one of the
wheels into the drum as illustrated.
Push wheel into the tool caddy hub.
You will hear the wheel snap into the
tool caddy. Repeat for the second
wheel.
_s
Head
Screw (4)
Drum J
Tool Caddy
_ Caster (1)
Caster Flange
Drum
Wheel
Caddy
Hub

Assembly (continued)
1. Line up front (label and switch side) of
the power head with the Vac port
located on the front of the drum.
NOTE: Power head must be aligned with
drum for proper attachment.
2. Place power head on top of drum.
3. Be sure power head completely covers
the top of the drum so leakage does
not occur.
4. Push down the flexible latches, and the
power head will attach to the drum.
5. To remove the power head, pull up on
the latches and remove from drum.
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.
On/Off
Power
Head
Drum Top
Release|
Button _,
Latch (2)
Accessory Storage
Your Wet/Dry Vac accessories can be
stored in the tool caddy mounted on the
drum.
The hose may be stored by wrapping it
around the unit and snapping it into the
recessed sides. The extension wands
can be stored underneath the Vac by
sliding the tapered end first through the
allotted hole on the back of the caddy.
The wand stop on the front of the Vac
will hold the extension wands in place.
Locking End of
"Pos=l=Lock®"
Hose
Hose Accessory
Storage
Extension
6Wand (2)

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.
_. 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 a Sears
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
Vac 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.
="OFF" I=''ON''

Operation (continued)
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.
Dry the filter before storing.
Emptying the Drum
_WARNING: To reduce the risk of
injury from accidental starting, unplug
power cord before emptying the drum.
1. Remove the power head of the Vac by
pulling outward on the latches located
on each side of the Vac. Lift off the
power head by the handle.
2. Dump the drum contents into the
proper waste disposal container.
j_./- Handle
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. When the liquid in the drum reaches a
predetermined level, the float
mechanism 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.
4. 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.
IMPORTANT: To reduce the risk of
damage to the Vac do not run motor with
float in raised position.
Head
Pull Latches
____ Outward and Then
Lift Power Head Up
_ By The Handle
(2)

........\ii]7.......
Maintenance
Filter
,_, WARNING: To reduce the risk of
injury from accidental starting, unplug
power cord before changing or
cleaning 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
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.
Filter Removal:
1. To remove the filter for cleaning or
replacement, unscrew the filter nut
from the filter cage, remove filter plate
and lift off filter.
2. To replace the filter, carefully slide the
filter over the filter cage, sliding it over
the center ring covering the three slots
until the filter stops against the power
head.
3. Place the hole in the filter plate over
the threaded screw 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 the filter nut onto the threaded
screws and tighten it down. Finger
tighten only.
NOTE: Lever of filter nut should be away
from plate as shown.
IMPORTANT: Do not over tighten as this
may deform or crack the filter cage or
filter plate.
NOTE: Your filter has a purple 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 Nut
_ Filter Plate
_ Filter
Latch (2) _llJ [JY
\ F,te,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 power head. Pry the
tab out of the slot. Tilt the cage and lift
away from the power head. Replace in
the following manner:
1. Place the float over the opening in the
center of the power head as shown,
laying face down over the hole.
2. Line up filter cage tabs with slots in the
center ring of the power head.
3. Push on the filter cage until the tabs
snap into slots for a secure fit.
Slots (3)
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 head 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.
Float
Filter Tab (3)
Solid End
sl %wgr
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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.
Storage
Before storing your Vac, the drum should
be emptied and cleaned. The cord should
be wrapped around the handle, 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.
NOTE: If the power cord is damaged,
it must be replaced by the manufacturer,
their service agent or by similarly qualified
personnel to reduce the risk of accident.
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.
Caster
If your caster is noisy, you may put a drop
of oil on the roller shaft to make it quieter. _i, WARNING: To assure product
SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs
and adjustments should be performed
by a Sears Parts & Repair Service
Center, always using Sears
replacement parts.
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Repair Parts
4 Gallon Portable Wet/Dry Vac - Model Number 113.177745
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 FN- _(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
No. Part No. Description
1 833065 Cord with Terminals
2 830996 Actuator, Switch
3 833057 Shield Vent Cover
4 833058 Pad - NR FoamVent Cover
5 833068 Latch - Left
6 833067 Latch - Right
7 832606 FloatCup
8 833056 Filter Cage
9 17810 ¢Filter
10 16937 ¢ Filter Plate
11 16938 ¢Filter Nut
Key
No. Part No.
12 833069
13 833072
14 510080
15 831000
16 830995
17 17849
18 17863
19 17868
20 832610-1
21 SP6739
Description
Drum Assembly
Wand Stop
Caddy Assembly
Caster
Hose
1-Extension Wand
1-CreviceTool
1-Car Nozzle
Sofa Brush Assembly
Owner's Manual
1-Stock Item - May Be Secured Through the Hardware Department of Most Sears Retail Stores.
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Garantia
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se utilizaalgunavez parafines comercialeso dealquiler.
Estagarantia no incluye las bolsas ni los filtros, que son piezas perecederas que se pueden
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INSTRUCCIONESDESEGURIDADIMPORTANTES
Laseguridades una combinaciOnde sentidocomQn,
permaneceralertay saber cOmofunciona la
aspiradora paramojado/seco('% aspiradora").
Palabrasdeserialde seguridad
,_. PELIGRO:indicauna situaciOnpeligrosa que, si
nose evita,causar_la muerteo lesiones graves
_, ADVERTENCIA:indica unasituaciOnpeligrosa
que,si no se evita,podriacausarla muerte o lesiones
graves
_, PRECAUCI()N:indica una situaciOnpeligrosa que,
si nose evita, pudieracausarlesiones leveso
moderadas.
Cuandoutilice la aspiradoraparamojado/seco, siga
siempre las precaucionesb_sicasdeseguridad,
incluyendo lassiguientes:
,& ADVERTENCIA
- Para reducir el riesgo de incendio, sacudidas
el_ctricas olesiones:
•Leay entiendaeste manualdel usuarioy todas las
etiquetas que est_ncolocadas en la aspiradora
antes deutilizarla.
• Utilicela aspiradora Qnicamentede la maneraque
se describe eneste manual.
• Nodeje la aspiradoraen marchamientras est_
desatendida.Usted podria no notar se_ales
importantesqueindiquen unfuncionamiento
anormal, tal como p_rdida desucciOn,residuos o
liquido que salenpor el escapeo ruidos anormales
del motor. Dejede usar la aspiradorainmediata-
mentesi observaestasse_ales.
• Noabandonela aspiradoracuando est_enchufada.
DesenchQfeladel tomacorriente cuandono la est_
utilizandoy antesde realizarservicio de revision.
• Laschispas que se producen enel interior del
motor pueden incendiarlos vapores inflamables
oel polvo. Parareducir el riesgo deincendio o
explosion: No usela aspiradoracerca deliquidos,
gasescombustibles, o polvos explosivos como
gasolina u otroscombustibles, liquido encendedor,
limpiadores,pinturas a basede aceite,gas natural,
polvode carbon, polvode magnesio, polvode
granos de cereal,polvo dealuminio o pOlvora.
• No recojacon la aspiradora nadaqueest_ ardiendo
o humeando,como cigarrillos,fOsforos o cenizas
calientes.
• No recojacon la aspiradora polvode paredde tipo
seco ni cenizafria dechimenea o otros polvos finos
con un filtro estAndar.Estos materiaiespueden
pasarpor el filtro y ser expulsadosdevuelta al aire.
Utiliceun filtro para polvofino en lugardeun filtro
estAndar.
• Parareducir el riesgo deinhalarvapores tOxicos,
no recojacon la aspiradora materialestOxicoso
peligrososni la use cercadedichos materiales.
• Parareducir el riesgo de descargasel_ctricas, no
expongala aspiradora ala Iluvia ni deje queentren
liquidosen el compartimiento del motor. Guardela
aspiradora enun lugar interior.
• Nopermita que la aspiradorase utilice como un
juguete. Se necesitaprestar m_xima atenciOn
cuando sea utilizadapor ni_oso cercade _stos.
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• Nouse la aspiradoracon unfiltro desgarradoo sin
tener el filtro instalado,excepto cuando recojacon
ella liquidos dela maneraquese describe en este
manual.Los residuos secos absorbidos por el
impulsor podrian da_arel motor o serexpulsados
devuelta al aire.
• Apague la aspiradoraantesdedesenchufarla.
• Para reducir el riesgo delesiones debidas aun
arranqueaccidental, desenchufeel cordon de
energia antesdecambiar o limpiar el filtro.
• Nodesenchufela aspiradoratirando del cordon. Para
desenchufarla,agarreel enchufey no el cordon.
• Nouse la aspiradoracon el cordon da_ado, el en-
chufe daOadou otras piezasdaOadas.Si la aspira-
dora no funciona como debe, lefaltan piezas,se ha
caido, hasido daOada,se hadejadoa la intemperie
ose ha caidoal agua, Ilamea servicioal cliente.
• Notire de laaspiradora usandoel cordon ni la Ileve
por el cordon, ni use el cordon como asa,ni cierre
unapuertasobre el cordon, ni tire del cordon
alrededor de bordes o esquinasafilados.No pasela
aspiradora enmarcha sobre el cordon. Mantengael
cordon alejadode lassuperficies calientes.
• Nomanejeel enchufe,el interruptor o la aspiradora
con las manosmojadas.
• Utilice8nicamentecordones deextension que
tengan capacidadnominal para uso a la intemperie.
Los cordonesdeextension que est_nen malas
condiciones o tengan untama_o de alambre
demasiado peque_opuedencrear peligros de
incendioy descargasel_ctricas. Para reducirel
riesgode estospeligros,asegQresede que el
cordon est_ en buenascondicionesy que el liquido
noentre encontacto con la conexiOn.No utilice un
cordon deextension que tenga conductorescon un
di_metro menoral calibre16 (AWG).Parareducir la
p_rdidade potencia,utilice un cordon de extension
de calibre14 si la Iongitudes de25 a 50 pies,y de
calibre 12si la Iongitudes de 50 pies o m_s.
• Estaaspiradora tieneaislamiento doble, Iocual
elimina la necesidadde unsistema independiente
de conexiOna tierra. Utilice Qnicamentepiezasde
repuestoid_nticas. Lea las instruccionesdeservicio
de revision delas aspiradorasparamojado/seco
con aislamientodoble.
• Noponga ningQn objetoen lasaberturas deventila-
ciOn.No recoja nadacon la aspiradoracuando
cualquiera delas aberturasdeventilaciOnest_
bloqueada;mantengadichas aberturaslibresde
polvo,pelusa,pelo o cualquiercosa quepueda
reducir el flujo de aire.
• Mantengael pelo, la ropa holgada,los dedosy
todas las partes del cuerpo alejadosde las
aberturasy delas piezasmOviles.
• Para reducir el riesgo decaidas,tenga cuidado
adicionalal limpiar enescaleras.
• Parareducir el riesgo delesiones corporaleso
da_os a laaspiradora,utilice anicamente
accesorios recomendadospor Craftsman.
• Parareducirel riesgodelesionesenlos ojos,use
protecciOnoculardeseguridad.LautilizaciOndecual-
quieraspiradorautilitariao sopladorutilitario puede
hacerquese soplen objetosextra_oshacialos ojos,
Iocualpuedecausarda_osgravesenlos ojos.
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 _rea ruidosa.
• Paraoperacionesquegeneranpolvo,use una
m_scaraantipolvo.
• Las descargasde est_ticason comunes cuando
la humedad relativadel aire es baja.Si recoge
residuos finos con la aspiradora, se puede
depositarcargaest_ticaen lamanguerao en la
aspiradora.El mejor remediopara reducir la
frecuenciade lasdescargasdeest_tica ensu casa
o cuandouse estaaspiradora es a_adir humedadal
airecon unhumidificador.
Sigalas siguientes advertenciasque aparecenen la
cajadel motor de la aspiradora.
._ ISLAMIENTODOBLE.NO SEREQUlERE
CONEXlONATIERRA.
CUANDOHAGASERVICIO DE REVISIONDE
LAASPIRADORA,UTILICE0NICAMENTEPIEZASDE
REPUESTOIDt_NTICAS.
_. ADVERTENCIA:Parasu propia seguridad,
lea y entienda el manual del operador. Notenga
en marcha la aspiradora desatendida. No recoja
cenizas calientes,carbon caliente, materiales
tOxicos ni inflamables ni otros materiales
peligrosos. No use la aspiradora alrededor de
liquidos ovapores explosivos.
,_ ADVERTENCIA:Para reducir el riesgo de
sacudidas el_ctricas, no exponga la aspiradora a la
uv a y amac_nea en nter ores.
GUARDEESTEMANUAL
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Introducci6n
Estaaspiradoraparamojado/secoport_.tilest,.
diseiiadaparausodom6stico.Sepuedeutilizar
pararecogermaterialesmojadososecos.
Leaestemanualdeloperadorparafamiliarizarse
conlascaracteristicasdelproductoy paraentender
la utilizaci6nespecificadesu nuevaaspiradorapara
mojado/seco.
Indice
Articulo P;_gina
Garantia ............................... 14
Instrucciones de seguridad importantes ... 14-15
Introducci6n ........................... 16
indice ................................. 16
Ensamblaje ............................ 16
Contenido de la caja de cart6n ............ 16
Herramientas necesarias ................ 16
Ensamblaje de la base de
soporte para herramientas ............ 17
Ensamblaje de las ruedas y la ruedecilla .. 17
Introduzca la manguera ................ 18
AImacenamiento de los accesorios ....... 18
Funcionamiento ......................... 19
Enchufe polarizado ................... 19
Articulo P_igina
Recogidadematerialessecos ........... 20
Recogidadeliquidos .................. 20
Vaciadodeltambor ................... 20
Mantenimiento........................ 21
Limpiezadelfiltro .................... 21
Remoci6ny reemplazodelfiltro ......... 21
Limpiezadeunfiltro seco ................ 22
Limpiezadeunfiltro mojado ............. 22
Limpiezay desinfecci6nde laaspiradora
paramojado/seco................... 23
Ruedecilla........................... 23
Almacenamiento....................... 23
Piezasderepuesto ..................... 24
Ensamblaje
Saquetodoel contenidodela cajadecart6n.
Aseg_resede queno falte ning_narticulo
utilizandolalista delcontenidodela caja.
Notifiqueinmediatamentea la tiendaSearsm_.s
cercanasi algunapiezaest,.da_adao falta.
Listadel contenidode la caja de carton
Clave DescripciOn Cant.
A Aspiradora para mojado/seco ........ 1
B Base de soporte para herramientas .. 1
C Ruedecilla ...................... 1
D Ruedas ........................ 2
E Manguera ...................... 1
F Boquilla para auto ................ 1
G Cepillo para sof_.s ................ 1
H Boquilla rinconera ................ 1
I Tubos extensores ................. 2
J Ensamblaje de la bolsa ............ 1
Tornillos ...................... 4
Manual del usuario ................ 1K
Losfiltros de repuestodeventaminoristade
Searsse vendenconel No. deexistencias1781
Herramientasnecesarias
Destornillador
Phillips
D
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Ensamblaje(continuaci6n)
Ensamblajedela basedesoportepara
herramientas
Localice la base desoporte para herramientas y
el ensamblaje de la bolsa en la caja de cart6n.
La base de soporte para herramientas est,.
dise_ada para encajar en la parte trasera del
tambor de 4 galones y DEBESER ensamblada
en la aspiradora ANTES de instalar las ruedas.
1. Retire el cabezal del motor del tambor y p6ngalo
a un lado.
2. Ponga el tambor en posici6n invertida sobre una
superficie plana.
3. Voltee la base de soporte para herramientas y
alin6ela con la parte trasera del tambor.
4. Instale los cuatro tornillos en los agujeros
provistos utilizando un destornillador Phillips.
Apriete los tornillos hasta que est6n bien
ajustados. No los apriete excesivamente, ya que
esto puede tender a deformar la base de soporte
para herramientas.
Ensamblajedelas ruedasy la ruedecilla
La base de soporte para herramientas DEBESER
ensamblada en laaspiradora ANTES de instalar las
ruedas.
Localice las dos ruedas y la ruedecilla en la caja de
cart6n. La ruedecilla est,. dise_ada para encajar
hacia la parte delantera del tambor y las ruedas
para encajar en la parte trasera.
1. Inserte la ruedecilla en la parte inferior del
tambor, de la manera que se muestra en la
ilustraci6n.
2. Empuje la ruedecilla hasta que la pesta_a
ubicada en el v_.stagode la ruedecilla est6
completamente insertada en el recept_.culo.
Usted oir_.c6mo la pesta_a se acopla a presi6n
en el recept_.culo.La ruedecilla girarD,f_.cilmente
cuando el posicionamiento sea correcto.
3. Posicione el lado del eje de una de las ruedas en
el tambor de la manera que se muestra en la
ilustraci6n. Empuje la rueda al interior del buje
de la base de soporte para herramientas. Usted
oir_.c6mo la rueda se acopla a presi6n en la
base de soporte para herramientas. Repita el
procedimiento para la segunda rueda.
Tornillode
Phillips(4)
Tamboi
BasedeSOl
paraherramientas
_Ruedecilla(1)
Pestafiadela ruedecilla
Tambor
Rueda
dela
basede
sopo_epara
herramientas
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Ensamblaje(continuaci6n)
1. Alinee la parte delantera (el lado de la etiqueta y
el interruptor) del cabezal del motor con el
orificio de aspiraci6n ubicado en la parte
delantera del tambor.
NOTA: El cabezal del motor se debe alinear con el
tambor para instalarlo correctamente.
2. Coloque el cabezal del motor sobre la parte
superior del tambor.
3. Aseg0rese de que el cabezaldel motor cubra
completamente la parte superior del tambor,
para que no haya fugas.
4. Empuje haciaabajo los pestillos flexibles y el
cabezal del motor quedar_,sujeto al tambor.
5. Para retirar el cabezal del motor, jale hacia arriba
los pestillos y retire dicho cabezal del tambor.
Introduzcala manguera
Introduzca el extremo defijaci6n de la manguera
"Pos-I-Lock ®''en la entrada de la aspiradora. La
manguera deberia acoplarse a presi6n en su sitio.
Para sacar la manguera de la aspiradora, optima el
bot6n de liberaci6n ubicado en el ensamblaje dela
manguera y tire de ia manguera hasta sacaria de ia
entrada de la aspiradora, de la manera que se
muestra en la ilustraci6n.
Interruptor
de encendido
Y
Cabezal
delmotor
Partesuperior']eltambor
Bot6nde !
liberaci6n
(2)
Cord6n de
Almacenamientode los accesorios
Los accesorios de la aspiradora para mojado/seco
se pueden almacenar en la base de soporte para
herramientas montada en el tambor.
La manguera se puede almacenar enroll_.ndola
alrededor de la unidad y acopl_.ndola a presi6n en
los lados rebajados. Los tubos extensores se
pueden almacenar debajo de la aspiradora
deslizando primero el extremo c6nico atrav6s del
agujero provisto en la parte trasera de la base de
soporte para herramientas. Eltope para tubos
extensores ubicado en la parte delantera de la
aspiradora sujetar_,los tubos extensores en la
posici6n correcta.
Extremode'fijaci6n
de la manguera
"Pos-I-Lock ®''
Almacenamie
de la manguera
Entradade
laaspiradora
Almacenamiento
de losaccesorios
,Tuboextensor(2)
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Funcionamiento
ADVERTENCIA:Parareducirel riesgode incendio,explosiono dafiosa la aspiradora:
•Nodeje la aspiradoraen marcha mientras est_desatendida.Usted podria no notarse_alesimportantes que
indiquen unfuncionamiento anormal,tal como p_rdidadesucciOn,residuos o liquido quesalenpot el
escape o ruidos anormales del motor. Dejedeusar la aspiradorainmediatamentesi observaestasse_ales.
• Nodeje la aspiradoraenchufadacuando no se est_utilizando.
• NocontinQeusando la aspiradoracuandoel flotador hayacortado la succiOn.
• Noutilice la aspiradoraen _reascon gasesinflamables,vapores inflamableso polvoexplosivo enel aire.
Laschispasgeneradasdentrodel motor pueden incendiar los materialesinflamables suspendidosen el aire.
Los gasesinflamables y losvapores inflamables incluyen:liquido encendedor,limpiadorestipo solvente,
pinturasa basedeaceite, gasolina,alcohol o rociadorestipo aerosol.Los polvos inflamablesincluyen:
polvodecarbon, polvode magnesio, polvode aluminio, polvo degrano decerealo pOlvora.
• No recojacon la aspiradorapolvos explosivos, liquidos inflamablesni cenizascalientes.
• Nouse la aspiradoracomo un rociador.
,_ ADVERTENCIA:Para reducirel riesgode descargaselOctricaso lesiones:
• Noexpongala aspiradora ala Iluvia ni deje queentreliquido en el compartimiento del motor.Almacenela
aspiradoraen unlugar interior.
• No manejeel enchufe,el interruptor o la aspiradoracon las manos mojadas.
• Nohaga serviciodeajustesy reparacionesde la aspiradoramientrasest_enchufada.Si la aspiradoranoestA
funcionando como deberia,le faltan piezas,se hacaido, estAda_ada,se hadejadoa la intemperieo se ha
caidoal agua,devu_lvalaa un centro deservicioindependienteo Ilamea servicioal cliente.
• Cuandoutilice un cordon de extension,utilice anicamentecordonescon capacidadnominal parauso a la
intemperiequeest_n enbuenascondiciones. Nodeje que la conexiOnentre en contacto con liquido.
• No recojacon laaspiradora materialestOxicos,parareducir el riesgo deinhalar losvapores oel polvo.
Enchufepolarizado
Para reducir el riesgo desacudidas elOctricas,
este aparato electrodomOstico tiene un enchufe
polarizado (una hoja es m_.sancha que la otra).
Este enchufe entrar_,en un tomacorriente
polarizado solamente de una manera. Si el enchufe
no entra por completo en el tomacorriente, dole la
vuelta. Si sigue sin entrar, p6ngase en contacto
con un electricista competente para instalar el
tomacorriente adecuado. No haga ning_n tipo de
cambio en el enchufe.
DespuOsde enchufar el cord6n de energia en el
tomacorriente, encienda la unidad empujando el
interruptor de la posici6n "0" a la posici6n "1". Los
simbolos utilizados en el accionador del interruptor
son los simbolos internacionales de "encendido y
apagado".
"1": Posicibn
de encendido
"0": Posic_En
deapagado
Q=APAGADOI =ENCENDIDO
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Funcionamiento(continuaci6n)
Recogidade materiales secos
con la aspiradora
1. Elfiltro debeestarsiempreenla posici6n
correctaparareducirel riesgodefugasy
posiblesda_osa laaspiradora.
2. Cuandoutilicela aspiradorapararecogerpolvo
muyfino, ser_.necesarioqueustedvacfeel
tambory limpieel filtro a intervalosm_.s
frecuentesparamantenerel m_.ximo
rendimientodelaaspiradora.
NOTA:Senecesitaunfiltro paramediossecospara
recogermaterialseco.Si utilizala aspiradorapara
recogerpolvocuandoel filtro est6mojado,6stese
taponar_,r_.pidamentey ser_.muydificillimpiarlo.
Aseg0resedesecarel filtro antesdeguardarla
aspiradora
Vaciadodel tambor
_. ADVERTENCIA:Parareducirel riesgode
lesionesdebidasa unarranqueaccidental,
desenchufeel cord6ndeenergfaantesde
vacare tambor.
1. Retireel cabezaldelmotordela aspiradora
jalandohaciaafueralospestillosubicadosa
cadaladodela aspiradora.Levanteel cabezal
delmotorporel asa.
2. Viertaelcontenidodeltambordelaaspiradora
enel recipientedeeliminaci6nderesiduos
apropiado.
/Asa
Recogidadeliquidosconla aspiradora
AADVERTENCIA:No utilicelaaspiradorasin
lajaula delfiltro y elflotador,ya queestas
piezasevitanqueentre Ifquidoenel impulsor y
da_eel motor.
delmotor
(2)
1. Cuandorecojacantidadespeque_asdeIfquido,
sepodr_,dejarcolocadoelfiltro en laaspiradora.
2. CuandorecojacantidadesgrandesdeIfquido,
recomendamosquitarel filtro. Si nosequitael
filtro,est6sesaturar_,yes posiblequeaparezca
nieblaenel escape.
3. Cuandoel Ifquidocontenidoenel tambor
alcanceunnivelpredeterminado,el mecanismo
deflotadorsubir_,autom_.ticamenteparacortar
la circulaci6ndeaire.Cuandoestoocurra,
apaguelaaspiradora,desenchufeel cord6nde
energfay vacfeeltambor.Sabr_.queelflotador
hacortadolacirculaci6ndeaireporquela
succi6ncesar_,y el ruidodelmotoralcanzar_.
unafrecuenciam_.saltadebidoal aumentodela
velocidaddelmotor.
4. Despu6sdeutilizarla aspiradorapararecoger
Ifquidos,se debesecarel filtro paraevitaruna
posibleformaci6nde mohoy posiblesda_osal
filtro.
IMPORTANTE:Parareducirel riesgodeda_arla
aspiradora,no hagafuncionarel motor conel
flotadorenla posici6nsubida.
Jale los pestillos
_____ hacia luera y levante
el cabezal del motor
por el asa
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