Craftsman 338 17923 Users Manual

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Owner's

Manual

MODEL NO.

338.17923_

Model Number

The model number may be found

on the nameplate. You should

record the model number in a safe

place for future use.

_, CAUTION: Before using this

vacuum, read this manual and

follow all its Safety Rules and

Operating Instructions.

CRAFT.TMFIN

16 GALLON WET/DRY

VACUUM WITH

BUILT-IN PUMP

o-Safety

• Assembly

•Operating

QRepair parts

° EspaSol p. 6

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL. 60179 U.S.A.

87523-71 www.sears.com/craftsman Printed in USA

Item Page

Warranty Information ........................... 2

Safety Instructions ............................ 2,3

Unpacking Carton Contents ..................... 3

Assembly ................................... 3

Operation ................................... 4,5

Storage ..................................... 6

Troubleshooting .............................. 6

Repair Parts ........................... See Insert

FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON

CRAFTSMAN WET/DRY VACUUM

If this Craftsman Wet/Dry Vacuum fails due to a defect in mated-

als or workmanship within one year from the date of purchase,

Sears will repair or replace it, at Sears option, free of charge. For

warranty service, return the Wet/Dry Vacuum to your nearest

Sears Service Center or Sears Store in the United States.

If this Craftsman WetJOry Vacuum is used in a commercial enter-

pdse of any sort, including rental use, this warranty coverage

applies for only 90 days from the date of purchase.

This warranty applies only while this product is used 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. 817WA, Hoffman Estates,

IL 60179

When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions

should always be followed, including the following:

Read all instructions before using this product.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric

shock or injury.

Do not leave vacuum cleaner when plugged in. Unplug

from outlet when not in use and before servicing.

Connect to a properly grounded outlet only. See

Grounding Instructions.

• DO not expose to rain - store indoors.

Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is nec-

essary when used by or near children.

Use only as described in this manual. Use only

Craftsman attachments.

• Do not use with damaged cord or plug. If vacuum clean-

er is not working as it should, has been dropped, dam-

aged, left outdoors or dropped into water, return it to a

Sears service center.

Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as a handle, close

a door on cord or pull cord around sharp edges or cor-

ners. Do not run vacuum cleaner over cord. Keep cord

away from heated surfaces,

Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the

plug, not the cord.

Do not handle plug or vacuum cleaner with wet hands.

• Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with any

openings blocked; keep free of dust, lint, hair and any-

thing that may reduce air flow.

Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers and all parts of body

away from openings and moving parts.

• Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such

as cigarettes, matches or hot ashes.

Do not use without dust bag and/or filters in place.

• Turn off all controls before unplugging.

Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.

Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids

such as gasoline or use in areas where they may be pres-

ent.

Do not use your vacuum cleaner as a sprayer of flamma-

ble liquids such as oil base paints, lacquers, household

cleaners, etc.

• Do not vacuum toxic, carcinogenic, combustible or other

hazardous materials such as asbestos, arsenic, barium,

beryllium, lead, pesticides or other health endangering

materials. Specially designed units are available for these

purposes.

Do not pick up soot, cement, plaster or drywall dust with-

out cartridge filter and collection filter bag in place. These

are very fine particles that may pass through the foam

and affect the performance of the motor or be exhausted

back into the air. Additional collection filter bags are avaiF

able from Sears.

• Do not leave the cord lying on the floor once you have fin-

ished the cleaning job. It can become a tripping hazard.

Use special care when emptying heavily loaded tanks.

To avoid spontaneous combustion, empty tank after each

use.

• The operation of a utility vacuum cleaner can result in for-

eign objects being blown into eyes, which can result in

eye damage. Always wear safety goggles when operating

vacuum.

STAY ALERT. Watch what you are doing and use com-

mon sense. Do not use vacuum cleaner when you are

tired, distracted or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or

medication causing diminished control.

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

This vacuum cleaner is equipped with a cord having an

equipment-grounding conductor and grounding plug. If vac-

uum cleaner should malfunction or breakdown, grounding

provides a path of least resistance for electric current to

reduce the risk of electric shock. The ptug 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 equip-

ment-grounding conductor and grounding plug can

result in a risk of electric shock. Check with a quali-

fied 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 vacuum cleaner -

if it will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet

installed by a qualified electrician.

© Sears, Roebuck and Co.

This vacuum cleaner is for use on a nominal 120-volt cir-

cuit, and has a grounded plug that looks like the plug illus-

trated in sketch A. A temporary _dapter that looks like the

adapter illustrated in sketches B and C may be used to con-

nect this plug to a 2-pole receptacle as shown in sketch B if

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.

NOTE: In Canada, the use of a temporary adapter is not

permitted by the Canadian Electrical code.

GROUNDING METHODS

_ _ (_'MOUTLET _GROUNDED _A_ApTIERETAL 1_% ft._

GROUNDING GROUNDED

PIN OUTLET BOX

(A) (B] _¢)

EXTENSION CORDS

When using the vacuum cleaner at a distance where an

extension cord becomes necessary, a 3-conductor ground-

ing cord of adequate size must be used for safety, and to

prevent loss of power and overheating. Use the table below

to determine A.W.G. wire size required. To determine

ampere rating of your vacuum, refer to nameplate {ocated

on rear of motor cover.

Before using vacuum cleaner, inspect power cord for loose

or exposed wires and damaged insulation. Make any need-

ed repairs or replacements before using your vacuum

cleaner. Use only three-wire outdoor extension cords which

have three-prong grounding-type plugs and three-pole

receptacles which accept the extension cord's plug. When

vacuuming liquids, be sure the extension cord connection

does not come in contact with the liquid.

Volts

120V

Ampere Rating

Mere Not More

Than Than

0.. 6

6 ................... 10

10 ................. 12

12 ................. 16

TotalJength ofcordin _et

25 50 100 150

AWG

18 16 16 14

18 16 14 12

16 16 14 !2

14 12 Notrecommended

NOTE: Static shocks are common in dry areas or when

the relative humidity of the air is low. This is only tempo-

rary and does not affect the use of the appliance. 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.

1.

2.

.

4,

5,

Pull tank cover latches in an

outward motion and remove

tank cover and any acces-

sories which may have been

shipped in the tank. (Figure 1)

Before replacing tank cover,

refer to Dry Pick-Up or Wet

Pick-Up Operation in this manual to ensure you have

the proper filters installed and inlet deflector is posi-

tioned correctly for your cleaning operation,

Your vacuum comes with the

filters already installed for dry

pick-up. For filters recom-

mended for wet pick-up refer

to wet pick-up operation.

Be sure inlet deflector

(Figure 2) is in proper

position. Opening up for wet, down for dry vacuuming.

You will find two casters (a), two large wheels (b), two

axles (c), and six screws with your wet/dry pump vacuum.

6. With cord disconnected from

receptacle, remove tank

cover and invert tank so that

bottom is facing up.

7. Take one axle and insert it

into the center of the smooth

side of the wheel. (Figure 3)

8. Install the axle and wheel

assembly into the underside of

the rear wheel dolly. (Figure

4) Apply pressure to the axle

and wheel assembly,

until the axle is tight against

the axle stop.

9. Secure the axle to the rear

wheel dolly with screw provid-

ed. (Figure 5)

10. Repeat steps 8 and 9 to

attach the other side of the

wheel assembly.

11. Insert casters into the under-

side of front caster supports,

(Figure 6)

12. Replace tank cover and apply

pressure with thumbs to

each latch until it snaps tightly

in place. Make sure both lid

latches are clamped securely.

(Figure 7)

13.Inserthoseendwithlocking-

nutintoinletof tankandtight-

ennut.Donotover-tighten.

14.Attachtheextensionwandsto

theaccessoryendofthehose.

15.Attachoneofthecleaning

accessories(dependingon

yourcleaningrequirements)

ontotheextensionwands.

5.Withtheopeningoftheinletdeflectorfacingthebottom

of thefilterbag,slidecollectionbagcollaroverdeflector,

matchingnotchesof bagcollarto tabsoninletdeflector.

Bagwillonlyfitproperlyoneway.(Figure15b)

6.Slidedeflectorwithcollectionbagattachedintodeflector

guide(Figure15c)

7.Reinserthoseintoinletandtightenlocking-nut.(Figure

15d)

DRY PICK-UP OPERATION

With the tank cover in an upside down position, slide the

cartridge filter down over the lid cage, pushing until the filter

seals against cover (Figure 8). Foam sleeve will remain in

place. Place filter retainer into the top of the cartridge filter,

and holding the tank cover with one hand, turn the handle

on the filter retainer clockwise to tighten, locking the filter

into place (Figures 9 & 10). To remove the filter for clean-

ing, again hold the tank cover and turn the filter retainer

counterclockwise to loosen and remove, then slide the car-

tridge filter off the lid cage (Figures 11 & 12}. To clean the

cartridge filter, shake or brush off excess dirt or rinse (from

the inside of the filter) with water. Dry completely and re-

install (Figures 13 & 14).

Your vac filter is color coded with a black stripe. When

replacing, just match the color.

F"

TIGHTEN

INSTALLING THE

DISPOSABLE FILTER BAG

1. Use for dry pick-up only. Use only when cartridge filter is

installed on wet/dry vacuum.

2. With cord disconnected from receptacle, pull latches in

an outward motion and remove tank cover.

3. Unscrew hose locking-nut and remove hose from inlet.

(Figure 15)

4. Remove inlet deflector from deflector guide. (Figure 15a)

NOTE: Hose must be removed before inlet deflector can

be taken out.

WET PICK-UP OPERATION

For best results for wet pick-up remove cartridge filter and

utilize the foam sleeve (already in place over the lid cage).

For wet pick-up remove inlet deflector from deflector guide

sliding in an upward motion. NOTE: Hose must be removed

before inlet deflector can be taken out. Be sure the opening

of the inlet deflector is facing the top of the tank (Figure

16). Misting may occur if inlet deflector is not inserted prop-

erly. Misting in exhaust air may occur if the foam sleeve

becomes saturated during wet pick-up. If misting occurs,

remove and dry the saturated foam sleeve or replace with

another dry foam sleeve to eliminate the misting and possi-

ble dripping of liquid around the lid. Turn the unit off imme-

diately upon completing a wet pick-up job, or when tank is

full and ready to be emptied, raise the hose to drain any

excess liquid into the tank. The interior of the tank should

be periodically cleaned. The foam sleeve should be cleaned

periodically as described in the following steps:

1. Always disconnect the plug from the wall receptacle

before removing the tank cover. Remove foam sleeve by

sliding it up and off the lid cage.

2. Shake excess dust off foam sleeve with a rapid up and

down movement.

3. Hold sleeve under running water, rinsing from the inside.

A water wash is not always required, depending on the

condition of the sleeve.

4. Gently wring out excess

water, and blot sleeve with a

clean towel. The foam sleeve'

is now ready to be reinstalled

on the lid cage. NOTE:

Bottom of sleeve should be

TUCKED in groove between

lid cage and tank lid. (Figure

16)

PUMP-OUT FEATURE

_, WARNING: To reduce the risk of electrical shock,

do not direct the discharge stream of water at the

vacuum.

1. Always disconnect the plug from the wall receptacle

before removing the tank cover.

2. Remove the tank cover and cartridge filter. The tank

should also be cleaned of any dirt or debris.

3. Ensure that the foam sleeve is in place for wet pick-up.

(See wet pick-up operation, p.4)

4. Be sure the opening inlet deflector is facing the top of

the tank. (See wet pick-up operation, p.4)

5. Insert one end of the tube provided into the pick-up

cage. Push tube in until it comes to astop. (Figure 17)

6. Insert the other end of the

tube into the hole on the bot-

tom of the lid cage. Push

tube in until it comes to a

stop (Figure 18). Note: To

avoid pump damage, never

pump without the pick-up

cage and screen in place.

7. Replace the tank cover and

secure lid latches.

8. To prevent unwanted dis-

charge of water, leave cap in

place over the outlet fitting.

(Figure 19)

9. If pumping out during wet

pick-up, remove the outlet fit-

ting cover and connect a

standard garden hose (not

supplied) to the outlet fitting.

(Figure 20)

10.Attach the 2-!/2" hose to the

tank inlet.

11.Your wet/dry vacuum is sup-

plied with a wet pick-up

elbow. (Figure 21)

12. Place the elbow onto the 2-

1/2" hose end, and attach

the desired 2-1/2" accessory

to the elbow. (Figure 22)

Elbow must be in place dur-

ing wet pick-up to prevent

overfilling of the vacuum. Do

not attempt wet pick-up with-

out the elbow in place. Do not

cover bleed hole in elbow.

Failure to follow these precau-

tions will result in overfilling of

the vacuum and misting

through the exhaust port.

13. Plug vacuum into wall receptacle

and turn on. Note: The on/off switch will automatically

return to a neutral position.

14. Start wet pick-up. The pump

will start operating once there

is at least 4" of water in the

bottom of the tank.

15. Because the wet pick-up

speed is greater than the

pumping out speed, the tank will likely fill up. When the

tank fills up, the vacuum will shut off.

16.The pump out unit will net prime if using a 1-1/4" diame-

ter hose.

17. If the vacuum automatically shuts off because it is full,

you will need to empty the tank by pumping. Do not

empty the water that is in the vacuum hose back into

the tank. This will cause the unit to overfill, and misting

will occur through the exhaust port.

18, The ON switch must be manually held in the ON posi-

tion for the vacuum to begin pumping again. It will take

approximately 10 to 15 seconds for the water level in

the tank to be reduced sufficiently enough for the pump

to continue automatically. The vacuum will continue to

pump water out until there is about 4" of water left in the

tank.

19. After wet pick-up and pumping have been completed,

the remaining liquid should be emptied from the tank

and the pump pick-up assembly should be removed and

cleaned.

20. To utilize your vacuum as anon-pump dry pick-up vacu-

um cleaner, refer to dry pick-up operation (See p. 4) for

proper installation of filters.

EMPTYING TANK COMPLETELY

Your Craftsman Wet/Dry VacuUm can be emptied of liquid

waste by removing the drain cap. To empty, turn unit off

and remove plug from wall receptacle. Remove the drain

cap and deposit the liquid waste contents into a suitable

drain. After the tank is empty, return the drain cap to its

original position. To continue use, plug the cord into the

wall receptacle and turn unit on.

AUTOMATIC SHUT-OFF

This vacuum cleaner is equipped with an automatic shut

off feature when picking up liquids. As the level of liquid

rises an internal float electronically shuts the unit off when

liquid reaches tank capacity. At this point, the liquid must

be emptied to altlow vacuuming to continue. Refer to sec-

tions above.

ATTACHING SQUEEGEE TO

14" FLOOR NOZZLE

Align one side of squeegee with brush

side of nozzle. Push them together,

starting at one end and working toward

the other. Repeat process to attach

other side of squeegee to front side of

nozzle. (Figure 24).

STORAGE

Before storing your vacuum cleaner the tank should be emp-

tied and cleaned. The power cord can be wrapped around the

cord wraps provided on the rear of the tank (Figure 25). A

hose holder has been provided for easy storage of the hose.

Install hose holder end with fastener onto hose, Slide or snap

fastener into notch, securing it in place. Remove extension

wands and/or accessory from end of hose. Place hose end

into open end of hose holder to secure hose in place for easy

storage (Figure 26).

BLOWER FEATURE

This vacuum cleaner can be used as a powerful blower. To

use your unit as a blower unscrew blower port cover locat-

ed on the backside of the motor housing (Figure 23). The

blower port cover is equipped with a retaining strap to pre-

vent loss of the port cover while blower is in use. Insert

hose end with locking-nut into blower port of tank and tight-

en. Be cautious when using as a blower due to the power-

ful force of air.

_, WARNING: Always wear eye protection to pre-

vent rocks or debris from being blown or ricochet-

ing into the eyes or face which can result in seri-

ous injury. Do not direct airflow at or near people,

animals or property. Wear a dust mask.

SYMPTOM POSSIBLECAUSE(S) CORRECTIVEACTION

Parts/accessories 1. Packedin thetank 1. Checkin tank

are missing

Dust discharging 1. Filter not installed/ 1. Properly install

not installed properly thefiller

from the exhaust 2. Filter is damaged 2. Replace the filter

3. Dust is too fine 3. Use e more efficient filler

4. Filter is not functional 4. Clean or replace the filter

Loss of suction/

3erformance

Water mistingout

exhaustedair

Waterspraying

out exhaustedair

Static shoGk

Will not pump

I. Loose hose

aonnecfion.

2. Lidlmotor air leak

3. Drain air leak

(net all models)

4. Filter clogged

5. Full tank

6. Hole in hose

7. Obstruction in

hose or nozzle

1. Saturated or missing

foam sleeve

1. Inletdeflector shield

is not installed properly

1. Dry environment

2. Relativehumidityof

air is low

1. Pick-up cage clogged.

2. Vacuum hose.

3. Not primed.

1.Tightenhose connection

2. Checklid latches

3. Tightendrain cap

4. Clean or replacefilter

5. Empty tank

6. Replacehose

7. Removeobstruction

if present

1. Check thatfoam sleeve

is in place or replace

with a clean dry filter

1. Check to make sure

the inlet deflector is

installedproperly.Facing

upfor ;vetpick-up.

Facingdownfor dry

pick-up.

1, Add moistureto air (if

practical,usea console

or installed humidifier.)

2.This skuationis

temporaryand does not

effecttheuse of the

vacuumcleaner.

1. Cleanmesh screen on

pick-up.

2.2-!12 in.hose must be

attached to unit.

3. Need at least 4in.of

water inthe tank.

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