Craftsman 113178060 User Manual WET DRY VAC Manuals And Guides L0904583
CRAFTSMAN Wet/Dry Vacuum Manual L0904583 CRAFTSMAN Wet/Dry Vacuum Owner's Manual, CRAFTSMAN Wet/Dry Vacuum installation guides
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Save This Manual For Future Reference & A/RS o wners manual MODEL NO. 1'13.178060 12 GALLON MODEL NO. 1'13.178080 16 GALLON Serial number Model and serial number may be found on tlhe motor cover. You should record both model and serial CRRFTSMRN number in a safe place for future use. 12& DOUBLE ULATED WET-DR Y VA C CAUTION: Read all instructions safety carefully • assembly • operating • repair parts I Sold by SEARS, Part No. 73327 ROEBUCK AND CO., Chicago, IL 60684 U.S.A. Printed in U.S.A, FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN WET-DRY VACS. If within one year from date of purchase, this Craftsman Wet-Dry Vac fails due to a defect in material or workmanship, Sears will repair it, free of charge. WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY SIMPLY RETURNING IT TO THE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER/DEPARTMENT THROUGHOUT THE UNITED STATES. This warranty applies only while this product is in use in the United States. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO_, Dept. 698/731A, : Sears Tower, Chicago, IL 60684 ii SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1. Know Your Vac Read and understand the owners manual and labels affixed to the vac. Learn its applications and limitations as well as the specific potential hazards peculiar to this vac. 2. This Vac is Double Insulated which eliminates the need for a separate grounding system. If the use of an extension cord is required be sure that it is in good condition and meets the requirements as listed below. NOTE: The use of any Extension Cord will cause some loss of power. To keep the loss to a minimum and to prevent overheating and motor burnout, use the table below for the MINIMUM wire size Extension Cord, Cords in poor condition or that are too small can pose fire and shock hazards. Extension Cord Length Wire Size 0-50 Feet 50-100 Feet No. 14 No. 12 3. WARNING: To avoid fire or explosion caused by the igniting of vapors or dust due to the arcing of the motor brushes: a. Do not operate this VAC in areas with flammable vapors (such as lighter fluid, cleaners, oil-base paints, gasoline or gasahol) or explosive dust (such as coal, magnesium, grain or gun powder) in the air. b. Do not vacuum explosive dust, flammable combustible liquids or hot ashes. c. Do not use VAC as a sprayer flammable or combustible liquid. for To avoid electrical or fire hazards grasp plug to remove from wall socket. Do not pull cord. 8. To avoid dust and dirt accumulation do not oil or grease motor or blower bearings. These are sealed bearings. . To avoid injury or damage recommended accessories. to vac use only Note the cautions and warnings that appear on the motor housing and dust drum: DOUBLE INSULATED GROUNDING NOT REQUIRED WHEN SERVICING USE ONLY IDENTICAL REPLACEMENT PARTS WARNING: To avoid electrical shock do not expose to rain. Store indoors. WARNING: For your own safety, read and understand Owner's Manual. Do not pick up toxic flammable materials, hot ashes or coals. Do not use around explosive liquids or vapors. 11. Keep the filter in place at all times. NOTE: Keep Filter clean. r WEAR YOUR or any 4. WARNING: To avoid health hazards from wzpors or dusts, do not vacuum toxic materials. 5. Do not use VAC with torn filter. Replace filter if torn. 6. Vac should be plugged into a 110-120 volt A/C power outlet protected by a 15 amp fuse or circuit breaker. WARNING: To avoid injury from accidental starting, unplug power cord before cleaning or changing filter. The operation of any utility vac can result in foreign objects being blown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety goggles complying with ANSI Z87.1 (shown on Package) before commencing operation. Safety Goggles are available at _ears retail or catalog stores. INTRODUCTION TWO VERY IMPORTANT NOTES Please Read Carefully -- 1. Exhaust Air -- This wet-dry vac is designed to exhaust air from three (3) areas around the top half of the vac. Air exhausted from these areas is normal and improves the performance of the vac. 2. Static Shocks Are Common -- In dry areas or when the relative humidity of the air is low. To reduce the frequency of static shocks in your home the best remedy is to add moisture to the air with a console or installed humidifier. OWNERS MANUAL CONTENTS Item Warranty Information ........................ Safety Instructions ........................... Introduction ................................. Owners Manual Contents .................... Unpacking and Checking Carton Contents Assembly .................................... Operation ................................... Maintenance ................................. Optional Accessories ........................ Repair Parts ................................ Unpacking and Checking Carton Contents Page 2 2 3 3 .... 3 4 6 7 8 10 A \ Remove entire contents of carton. Check each item against the Carton Contents List. Notify your Sears Store immediately if any parts are damaged or missing. B A hose and rectangular nozzle are included with the bask; vac unit. However, other accessories are available through your-Sears Store at your option and are described on page 8 of this manual, Carton Contents Key A B C D E F ¢ List Description Vac Assembly ......................... Hose Assembly ........................ Hose Strap ............................ Rectangular Nozzle .................... Caster Foot ............................ Caster ................................ Qty. 1 1 1 1 4 4 (_'--"_ $ F ASSEMBLY WARNING: For your own safety, never connect plug to power source outlet until assembly steps are complete and you have read and understand the safety and operation Instructions. Do not operate vac with any parts damaged or missing. PUSH DOWN 1. Remove the lid assembly on the vac from the bottom section by pulling outward on the flexible latches as shown. Both latches must be pulled outward at the same time using both hands as shown. It may be easier to do if you press down on the vac with the palms of your hands while pulling outward on the flexible latches with your fingers. PULL OUT FLEXIBLE LOCKING TAB COLLECTOR \ LID 1 HANDLE _DRUM FLEXIBLE LOCKING ZAB CASTER ___ FOOT 2. With the lid assembly removed, turn the dust drum upside down on the floor. Locate the four caster feet and insert them into the bottom of the drum as shown. DUST DRUM ROLLERI 3. Locate the four casters and insert them into the sockets of the caster feet as shown. Be sure the ball on the caster stem is forced all the way into the socket. You will be able to hear the ballsnap into the socket and the caster will swivel easily when positioning is correct. Turn drum upright. CASTER If your casters are noisy you may put a drop of oil on the roller shaft to make them quieter. CASTER FOOT 4 \ PUSH DOWN 4.Turn lid assembly upright and put the lid assembly on the dust drum by lining up the vacuuming opening of the top with the drain of the dust drum and push down on both handles at once. Make su re that the locking tabs are snapped in p!lace to prevent the lid from coming off. 5. Put one end of the swivel hose into the vacuuming opening directly above the drain. Take the hose strap and loop it around the hose about one foot from the vacuuming opening. Then put the other end of the hose strap into the keyhole slot just under the drain as shown. When the vac is pulled around by the hose, the strap between the drum and the hose will help the vac remain easy to handle. 6. Put the nozzle on the other end of the hose and your Vac is ready to use. LOOP HOSE STRAP AROUND BEFORE INSERTING IN KEY HOLE CONNECT HERE FOR 2-1/2" HOSE KEY HOLE SLOT 5 with 7. Familiarize yourself features of your vac. the controls and ON-OFF SWITCH POWER CORD BLOWING PORT CORD WRAP AREA PORT LID HANDLE DUST DR \ \ HOSE STRAP RECTANGULAR NOZZLE CASTER FEET DRAIN CASTERS KEYHOLE SLOT FOR HOSE STRAP OPERATIONS . • WARNING To avoid fire or explosion caused bythe igniting of vapors or dust due to the arcing of the motor bruslnes do not operate this vac in areas with flammable vapors such as lighter fluid, cleaners, oil-base paints, gasoline, alcohol or explosive dust such as coal, magnesium, grain or gun powder in the air. Do not vacuum explosive dust,, flammable or combustible liquids or hot ashes. Do not use this vac as a sprayer for any flammable or combustible liquid. To avoid health hazards from vapors or dusts, do not vacuum toxic materials. To avoid electrical shock do not expose to rain. Store vac indoors. Unpllug power cord before changing or cleaning filter or emptying the dust drum. Vacuuming . 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 verydifficult to clean. If your filter is wet but you need to pick up dry material you can quickly dry the filter by letting the vac run for about ten minutes before you use it to pick up the dry material. The clean air rushing through the vac will dry the filter enough for dry use after about 10 mirlutes of running time. Vacuuming Liquids 1. The filter must be dried after using the vac to pick up liquids to avoid mildew and possible damage to the filter. 2. When picking up small amounts of liquid the filter will not become very wet. However, when picking up several drums full of liquid the filter will become saturated and misting will appear in the exhaust air. At this time you should dry the filter or change to a dry filter to eliminate the misting and possible dripping of liquid around the lid. Dry Materials 3. This vac is equipped with a float mechanism which will rise automatically to cut off suction when the liquid in the drum reaches a 1. The Filter must be in correct position at all times to avoid leaks and possible damage to vac. 2. When using your vac to pick up very fine sawdust or dust from drywall type material it will be necessary for you to empty the drum and clean the filter at more frequent intervals to maintain peak suction at the end of the hose. predetermined level. When the float rises turn off the vac, unplug the power cord, and empty the drum. You will know when the float rises because suction at the end of the hose will cease and the motor noise will become higher in pitch. 6 Draining However, you may use the vac to blow sawdust off of your tools or workbench by placing the hose in the exhaust port. : ;: the Drum WARNIING: To avoid injury from accidental starting, unplug power cord before emptying the drum. Cord Wrap 1. Your vac has a drain for easy emptying of liquids. Simply unscrew the drain cap and lift slightly to empty the drum of liquid. 1, When finished using your vac, unplug the cord and wrap it around the motor cover. 2. You may remove the top section of the vac as described in assembly section and dump the contents into a proper waste disposal container. Blowing Moving the Vac 1. Should it become necessary to pick the vac up to move it DO NOT pick the vac up by the lid handles. To avoid dropping vac due to latch release or part breakage; pick the vac up by the lip of the dust drum. _ Feature 1. Your vac has limited capabilities for blowing because of the unique method of exhausting air. MAINTENANCE FILTER I_"------- NUT MAINTENANCE -.------ BOTTOM PLATE WARNING: To avoid injury from accidental starting, unplug power cord before changing or cleaning filter. NOTICE: 4------FILTER Thi_ 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. Removal To remove the old filter for cleaning or replacement remove the nut and the bottom plate from the filter and lift the filter off the cage. 4. CAUTION: To avoid damage to the blower wheel, always; reinstall the filter before using the vac. Installation To ensure a proper seal clean the lid area where the filter will set. Slide the new filter over the cage. Replace plate then run nut down threads finger tight only. Do not overtighten as this will cause deformation on"cracks in the filter. WARNING: Do not remove the filter cage. It is there to help prevent your fingers from getting into the blower wheel. FILTER Cleaning Your filter should be cleaned often to maintain peak performance. Dry filter before storing or picking up dry debris. Dry Filter To remove dry debris gently tap the filter against the inside wall of your waste container and the debris will loosen and fall. Some removal of dry debris can be accomplished by slapping your hand on top of the lid while the vac is off and lid is still on the drum. IMPORTANT: Dry the filter before storing or picking up dry debris. You may run the vac with the filter in place to speed up drying. Check the filter for tears or small holes. Even a small hole can cause a lot of dust to come out of your vac. Do not use a filter with holes or tears in it. Replace it immediately. Wet Filter To clean a wet filter you can run water from a garden hose through it. Take care that the water pressure from the hose is not strong enough to damage the filter. 7 :SEARS WET-DRY MAC RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES 4 7 2-1/2"" DIAMETER PLASTIC ACCESSORIES (Pictured above) 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 9-16901 9-16964 9-16902 9-16978 9-16925 9-17817 9-17818 Round Dusting Brush Two Piece Extension Handle Crevice Tool Car Nozzle Dry Floor Nozzle Squeegee Nozzle Hose SEARS WET-DRY 1-1/2" VAC RECOMMENDED DIAMETER HEAVY DUTY METAL ACCESSORIES ACCESSORIES These 1-1/2" Diameter Accessories can be used with any Sears Craftsman Vac provided they are used in conjunction with the 1-1/2" Diameter Hose listed below. 9-16903 9-16905 9-16909 9-16908 The current 1-1/2" diameter accessories shown above are available at your nearest Sears catalog order store. 9-1690:3 -- Extension handles for 1-1/2" hose. Extends work area range up to 48" more. 9-16905 -- Round brush for dusting, great on stairs and bliinds. Soft bristles pick up dirt from hard-toclean areas, convenient angled neck. 9-16909 -- 1-1/2" diameter extension hose extends cleaning reach up to 10 Ft. Heavy Duty Plastic Hose may be used with 1-1/2" metal accessories or with 21/2" plastic accessories. Adapters included. i9-16907 -- 8qu_g_ nozzle for wet pick-up. Complete with built-in, flexible squeegee blade to wipe clean and pick up water, suds and other liquids. 9-16906 -- Nozzle with brush for large area pick-up. Gets dust and dirt from bare floors. 9-16904 -- Crevice tool cleans hard to reach areas. Remove long-standing dust from behind radiators, under appliances, beneath low-sitting objects, behind seats. 9-16908 -- Indoor/outdoor 1-1/2" DIAMETER type carpet nozzle. ACCESSORY SET 16911 -- Includes 10 foot hose, two piece extension handle, carpet nozzle. The above recommended accessories and available at the time of printing. were current REPAIR PARTS PARTS LIST FOR WET-DRY I VAC 113.178060 & 113.178080 I I I I I 6 I I 17 I ' I I 16 I I h I 10 I I I I I I I L ..... J 10 PARTS LIST FOR WET-DRY VACS 113.178060 & 113.178080 ALWAYS ORDER BY PART NO. - NOT BY KEY NO. WARNING: For your safety, this vac is specially insulated. To avoid electrical shock, fire or injury, use only parts identical to those identified in the parts list. Reassemble exactly as original assembly to avoid electrical hazards. Key No. 1 2 Pad No. 73180 73331 73330 3 4 73326 73190 73333 5 6 73272 73329 73328 7 9426108 8 STD611010 9 10 73306 73302 Description Switch, Toggle Cover, Motor 16 Gallon (Model 113.178080) Cover, Motor 12 Gallon (Model 113.178060) Collector Motor, 16 Gallon . (Model 113.178080) Motor, 12 Gallon (Model 113.178060) Wheel, Blower Lid, 16 Gallon (Model 113.178080) Lid, 12 Gallon (Model 113.178060) Screw, Pan Hd. Type AB No. 10 x 5/8 *Screw, Pan Hd. Type AB No. 10xl Float Key No. Pad No. 11 806742-4 12 13 14 15 16 17 28229-01 73102 73164 73166 73185 73191 73332 18 19 20 21 22 23 73316 73317 9-17816 20557-01 73324 73323 73327 Description Screw, Pan Hd. Type AB No. 10 x 1-3/4 Nozzle Caster Foot, Caster Strap, Hose Cap, Drain Drum, Dust 16 Gallon (Model 113.178080) Drum, Dust 12 Gallon (Model 113.178060) Nut Plate, Filter Retainer tFilter Nozzle, Rectangular Adapter, Hose 2" Hose Owners Manual (Not Illustrated) Cage, Filter *Standard Hardware Item - May be purchased locally. tStock Item - May be secured through the Hardware Department of most Sears Retail Stores or Catalog Houses. 11 owners manual SERVICE MODEL WET-D RY VAC Service is available by returning Sears Service Center/Department States. this Vac to the nearest throughout the United NO. 113.178060 12 GALLON MODEL NO. 11:3.178O8O Model and serial of your Wet-Dry number Vac. may be found on the Motor Cover ( 16 GALLON HOW TO ORDER REPAIR PARTS WHEN ORDERING REPAIR FOLLOWING INFORMATION" PART NUMBER PARTS, ALWAYS GIVE THE PART DESCRI PTION MODEL NUMBER 113.178060 OR 113.178080 NAME OF ITEM WET-DRY VAC All parts listed may be ordered from any Sears Service Center and most Sears stores. If the parts you need are not stocked locally, your order will be electronically tr&nsmitted to a Sears Repair Parts Distribution Center for handling. Sold by SEARS, Part No. 73327 ROEBUCK AND CO., Form No. 8P4904-1 Chicago, IL 60684 U.S.A. Printed in U,S.A. 2/86
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