Nikro Industries PD15110 User manual

15 GALLON
HEPA FILTERED VACUUM
MODELS #PD15110, PW15110, HD15110,
HD15110-S, HW15110 & HW15110-S
INSTRUCTION MANUAL

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All Nikro Industries Inc. products that have rated efficiencies of 99.97% @ 0.3 microns and/or
99.99% @ 0.3 microns, have H.E.P.A. filters that have been individually tested to meet these
minimum efficiencies.
Although all the filters have been pre-tested, the possibility of leaks or filter failure due to
handling, transportation, punctures, loaded filters, moisture, wear and tear, etc., does exist.
Therefore, when using this equipment in highly sensitive areas or where any release of particles
above and beyond the minimum efficiencies would be detrimental and harmful to humans, plants
or property; it is strongly recommended that the units be individually tested prior to their use.
This is to assure that they are maintaining the efficiency levels, which they were designed to
filter out.
FAILURE TO DO SO COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS HARM TO HUMAN LIFE, PLANT LIFE
AND/OR PROPERTY.
RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR PERSONAL INJURY
1115 N. Ellsworth Ave., Villa Park, IL 60181
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following:
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BEFORE USING (THIS APPLIANCE)
WARNING – To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury:
1. Do not leave appliance when plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before servicing.
2. Do not use outdoors or on wet surfaces
3. Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used by or near children.
4. Use only as described in this manual. Use only manufacturer’s recommended attachments.
5. Do not use with damaged cord or plug. If appliance is not working as it should, has been dropped,
damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, return it to a service center.
6. Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as a handle, close a door on cord, or pull cord around sharp edges or
corners. Do not run appliance over cord. Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
7. Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
8. Do not handle plug or appliance with wet hands.
9. Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with any opening blocked; keep free of dust, lint, hair, and
anything that may reduce air flow.
10. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body away from openings and moving parts.
11. Turn off all controls before unplugging.
12. Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.
13. Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids, such as gasoline, or use in areas where they may
be present.
14. “Connect to a properly grounded outlet only. See Grounding Instructions.”
15. “Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes.”
16. “Do not use without dust bag and/or filters in place.”
17. Do not wrap the cord around the dome. Wrapping the cord around the dome will restrict the motor from
exhausting properly and will result in overheating and damaging the motor
18. This vacuum cleaner should never be used in explosion-hazardous areas or to pick up combustible or
flammable liquids such as gasoline, etc.
19. This vacuum should never be operated without the proper filters installed in the manner described in the following
pages of this manual.
20. This machine should never be serviced by anyone other than an authorized technician.
21. This vacuum is for commercial use only.
22. Use only original NIKRO replacement parts and attachments.

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
INSPECTION
Thoroughly inspect your machine for any shipping damage. Your machine has already been thoroughly tested at
the Nikro Industries manufacturing plant prior to shipping.
ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATION
This machine is designed to operate on a 15 amp. 115V., 60 hz., AC circuit. A deviance of this could cause serious
damage to the unit.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
This appliance must be grounded. If it should malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a path of least
resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock. This appliance is equipped with a cord having an
equipment-grounding conductor and grounding plug. The plug must be inserted into an appropriate outlet that is
properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
WARNING – Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock.
Check with a qualified electrician or service person if you are in doubt as to whether the outlet is properly grounded.
Do not modify the plug provided with the appliance – if it will not fit the outlet, have a
proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.
This appliance is for use on a nominal 120-V circuit and has a grounding attachment
plug that looks like the plug illustrated in sketch A in Figure 20. Make sure that the
appliance is connected to an outlet having the same configuration as the plug. No
adaptor should be used with this appliance.
MAINTENANCE
Lubrication of this motor is not required as it is equipped with sealed bearings.
Always keep the air cooling intake screen free, not allowing any restriction of airflow. Airflow restriction will over
heat and damage the motor.
To prolong the life of the HEPA filter, empty, clean, and replace bags and filters regularly as described in the
following sections.
STORAGE
Before storing your Nikro vacuum disconnect from electrical outlet.
The tank should be emptied and cleaned.
The cord should be coiled and stored so as not to create a tripping hazard.
The vacuum should be stored indoors.
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TANK AND FILTER PREPARATION
1. Layout the paper collection bag (#520032) and fold back the
side closest to the opening. (See Photo 1a) Place the paper
collection bag (#520032) into the bottom of the tank. Pull the
cardboard/rubber collar over the down tube, pulling it just
above the rib on the down tube. Then gently pull apart the
accordion-like pleats so that the bag is open. (See Photo 1b)
2. Open the filter protector bag (#520034) and push it down into the
tank. Take the elastic bag and pull it over the top of the tank. The
elastic band should rest on the outside of the tank below the rim.
(See Photo 2)
3. Make sure the impaction prefilter (#520316P) is in proper placement
over the HEPA filter, make sure that it covers the entire surface area
of the HEPA filter. (See Photo 3)
4. Take the non-clinging dacron bag (#520210) and pull the elastic
band up over the HEPA filter, and let the elastic band rest securely
on the motor port of the lid assembly, above the HEPA filter flange.
(See Photo 4)
5. Place the lid assembly (with the HEPA filter securely bolted in place)
onto the tank and snap the latches into place. (See procedure for
changing the HEPA filter section of this manual) (See Photo 5)
6. Vacuum is ready for use. Plug in vacuum. On/Off switch is located
on the motor dome.
FILTER MAINTENANCE AND REPLACEMENT INSTRUCTIONS
Warning: When a loss of vacuum power is detected, the vacuum should be turned off immediately. Continued use
of the machine could result in severe damage to the motor and/or HEPA filter. This loss of vacuum power could be
caused by one of the following:
A. The paper collection bag may be full and needs to be replaced.
B. The tank may be full and needs to be emptied.
C. The wand, hose, or down tube may be clogged and needs to be cleared.
D. The impaction prefilter may be clogged and needs to be replaced. (Never try to clean the
impaction prefilter, it should be discarded.) See section on changing the impaction prefilter.
E. The Dacron bag may be clogged and needs to be cleaned or replaced.
F. The HEPA filter may be clogged and needs to be replaced.
To prolong the life of the HEPA filter and motor, the paper collection bag should be changed when it is 1/2 full. The filter
protector and impaction prefilter should be changed at least every other time that the collection bag is changed