Shop-Vac AM425 User manual

User manual
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operating unit.
Air Mover
Commercial/Industrial Use Model AM425
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING – DO NOT LEAVE AIR MOVER UNATTENDED WHEN IT IS PLUGGED IN
AND/OR OPERATING. UNPLUG UNIT WHEN NOT IN USE.
When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following: READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
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. Connect to a properly
grounded outlet only. See Grounding Instructions.
2. Do not expose to water or rain – store indoors.
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 operate Air Mover with damaged cord or plug. Discard Air Mover or return to Shop-Vac Corporation for examination
and/or repair. If appliance is not working as it should, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors or dropped into water, contact
Shop-Vac Corporation for assistance.
6. Do Not: pull or carry by cord, use cord as a handle, close 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. WARNING! To avoid injury or property damage: do not use around explosive liquids or vapors, as electrical devices produce
arcs or sparks, which can cause a fire or explosion.
13. Do not store or use near flammable or combustible liquids such as gasoline, toxic, carcinogenic, combustible or hazardous
materials such as asbestos, arsenic, barium, beryllium, lead, pesticides or other health endangering materials.
14. Do not run cord under carpeting. Do not cover cord with throw rugs, runners, or similar coverings. Arrange cord away from traffic
area and where it will not be tripped over.
15. Operation of this unit can result in foreign objects being blown into eyes, which can result in eye damage. Always wear safety
goggles when operating Air Mover.
16. STAY ALERT, Watch what you are doing and use common sense.
17. Use only on GFCI Protected Receptacles.
18. Do not use an extension cord with this Air Mover.
ATTENTION!
Read all safety rules carefully
before attempting to operate.
Retain for future reference.
DANGER!
Never operate this unit when
flammable materials or
vapors are present because
electrical devices produce
arcs or sparks that can cause
a fire or explosion.
NEVER OPERATE
UNATTENDED!
BRAND

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.
This appliance is for use on a nominal 120-volt circuit, and has a grounded plug that looks like
the plug illustrated in sketch A. A temporary adapter that looks like the adapter illustrated in
sketches B and C may be used to connect this plug to a 2-pole receptacle as shown in sketch
Bif a properly grounded outlet is not
available. The temporary adapter
should be used only until a properly
grounded outlet (sketch A) can be
installed by a qualified electrician.
The green colored rigid ear, lug or
the like extending from the adapter
must be connected to a permanent
ground such as a properly grounded
outlet box cover. Whenever the
adapter is used, it must be held in
place by a metal screw.
IN CANADA, THE USE OF A TEMPORARY ADAPTOR IS NOT PERMITTED BY THE CANADIAN
ELECTRICAL CODE. Make sure that the appliance is connected to an outlet having the same
configuration as the plug. No adapter should be used with this appliance.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
OPERATION
WARNING:TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT USE THIS AIR MOVER WITH ANY SOLID-STATE
SPEED CONTROL DEVICE.
Follow these instructions to operate your air mover:
1. Unpack air mover from carton.
2. To use your unit, place the unit in the area most suitable for your application. Several factors
need to be considered; the unit must be placed close enough to an AC outlet to be plugged
in, there must be a minimum clearance of two feet from either side of the unit to allow for
proper air flow, and the unit should not be placed where it can become a tripping or safety
hazard.
3. Place unit in the proper operating position for your application. Refer to the Operating Posi-
tions section in this manual.
4. To use multiple air movers, refer to the Multiple Air Mover instructions in this section.
5. Plug unit into the wall.
6. Turn unit on and select air speed by turning the switch, located near the top handle, clock-
wise.
7. When your drying job is completed, turn the unit off and follow the directions for Storage in
this manual.
Using Multiple Air Movers
1. Your unit comes with receptacles for the use with multiple units. To use this feature, position
the first air mover following the instructions listed above in this section. This unit may be
turned on while connecting multiple units.
2. Plug the second unit into one of the receptacles on the first unit. Place the second unit in the
operation position and the area most suitable for your application. The second unit may be
turned on at this time.
3 A third unit may be plugged into the remaining receptacles on the first unit or plugged into
one of the receptacles in the second unit. The third unit maybe turned on at his time.
4. If desired, follow the same steps to add more units.
5. The receptacles on the unit are equipped with a circuit protector (Figure 1) that will shut
off power to the unit should the receptacles become overloaded. If this happens, move the
switch to the off position on the unit and any units connected to it. Press the reset button
located above the receptacle; then turn the unit on and any units connected to it.
NOTE: It is not recommended to use the receptacles on the unit for appliances other
than another air mover of the same ampere rating. To determine ampere rating of
your unit, refer to the nameplate located on the unit.
1. Use the down position (Figure 2) for applications such as; drying wet floors, shampooed
carpets, etc. To use this position simply place unit on its base.
2. Use the angle position (Figure 3) for applications such as, drying plaster on walls or drying
wet furniture. To use this position, tilt unit backwards so it rests on the support.
3. Use the up position for applications such as; drying paint on the ceiling. To use this position,
lay the unit on the back side with the front grill pointing towards the ceiling (Figure 4).
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STORAGE
1. Before storing your air mover it should be cleaned. For cleaning instructions, refer to the
Cleaning section in this manual.
2. Wrap the power cord around the carry handle on the top of the unit to keep it untangled
(Figure 5).
3. If you have more then one unit to store they may be stored by stacking them. Stack the units
by placing them on their sides making sure the indented side is facing down (Figure 6). Do
not stack the units more then 4 high. Never operate the unit while it is on its side or stacked.
THE AIR MOVER SHOULD BE STORED INDOORS.
USER SERVICING INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING:BE SURE TO DISCONNECT POWER SUPPLY
BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO SERVICE OR REMOVE ANY
COMPONENTS.
Do not attempt to service your air mover beyond that described in the user manual. For all other
servicing, follow instructions under Warranty Section.
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LUBRICATION
No lubrication is necessary as the motor is equipped with lifetime lubricated bearings.
CLEANING
WARNING:TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY FROM THE
AIR MOVER ACCIDENTALLY STARTING, UNPLUG POWER CORD
BEFORE CLEANING.
The outside of the unit may be cleaned with a damp cloth to remove any dust or residue.
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OPERATING POSITIONS
The air mover may be set in one of three operating positions. Pick the position best suited for
your application.
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WARNING – IMPROPER CONNECTION OF THE EQUIP-
MENT-GROUNDING CONDUCTOR CAN RESULT IN A RISK OF ELEC-
TRIC 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.
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