Shop-Vac CAV850 Manuals

User manual Please review before operating vac. Ash Vacuum-Dry pick up only Model CAV850 Household Use 230-240V~ 50-60Hz 850W ATTENTION! Read all safety rules carefully before attempting to operate. Retain for future reference. DO NOT PICK UP HOT OR WARM ASH MATERIALS. BRAND 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 servic- ing. 2. Do not use on wet surfaces. Do not expose to 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 use with damaged cord or plug. If appliance is not working as it should, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors or dropped into water, contact Shop-Vac Corporation for assis- tance. 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 openings 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. Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes. 12. Do not use without filter in place. 13. Turn off all controls before unplugging. 14. Use extra care when cleaning on stairs. 15. Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids such as gasoline or use in areas where they may be present. 16. Do not use your cleaner as a sprayer of flammable liquids such as oil base paints, lacquers, household cleaners, etc. 17. 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. 18. Do not pick up ash; such as wood or coal ash; without cartridge filter in place. These are very fine particles that may pass through the wire screen and affect the performance of the motor or be exhausted back into the air. 19. Do not leave the cord lying on the floor once you have finished the cleaning job. It can become a tripping hazard. 20. Use special care when emptying heavily loaded tanks. 21. To avoid spontaneous combustion, empty tank after each use. 22. The operation of a utility vac can result in foreign objects being blown into eyes, which can result in eye damage. Always wear safety goggles when operating vacuum. 23. STAY ALERT. Watch what you are doing and use common sense. Do not use vacuum cleaner when you are tired, distracted or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication causing diminished control. 24. WARNING! Do NOT use this vacuum cleaner to vacuum lead paint debris because this may disperse fine lead particles into the air. This vacuum cleaner is not intended for use under EPA Regulation 40 CFR Part 745 for lead paint material cleanup. 25. This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 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! WARNING! If the cleaner has been used to pick up any debris other than ashes; the tank, tank cover, wire screen, cartridge filter and motor housing must be completely cleaned before using it to pick up ashes. picking up ashes in a unit containing other debris could result in a fire should an ash reignite and touch flammable debris. 87549-07 UNPACKING AND SETUP 1. Pull metal clamps in an outward motion; remove tank cover and any items that may have been shipped in the tank. 2. Replace tank cover and apply pressure with thumbs to each clamp until it snaps into place. Make sure all three clamps are clamped securely and tank cover is secured to tank. 3. Refer to the installing the cartridge filter section to ensure you have the filter properly installed for your cleaning operation. 4. Insert machine hose end into inlet of tank by lining up the tabs on the sides of the hose end with the slots in the inlet (Figure 1). Twist the hose end clockwise to lock into place. 5. Insert end of metal intake nozzle or metal crevice tool (not standard with all models) into end of hose. Twist slightly to form a tight fit. 6. Plug the cord into the wall outlet. Your cleaner is ready for use. Refer to the operation section for proper usage of cleaner. I = ON, O = OFF 1 1. Always ensure the cartridge filter is in place before using your cleaner. 2. Place fingers in slots on each side of motor housing. Using thumbs, push plastic lid latches inward and pull up on motor housing until it is removed from the tank cover (Figure 2). 3. With the motor housing in an upside down position, slide the cartridge filter down over the mounting area, pushing until the filter seals tightly against the housing (Figure 3). 4. To remove the filter for cleaning, slide cartridge filter off mounting area (Figure 4). 5. Clean dry filter by gently tapping it on inside of waste can (Figure 5). It is recommended to clean the filter outdoors. 6. Check the filter for any holes or rips. If any are found, replace the filter. 7. Reinstall filter onto mounting area. 8. Replace motor housing onto tank cover. Push downward until each lid latch snaps tightly into place. Make sure motor housing is secured to tank top. CAUTION – KEEP FILTERS CLEAN EFFICIENCY OF THE VACUUM IS LARGELY DEPENDENT ON THE FILTER. A CLOGGED FILTER CAN CAUSE OVERHEATING AND POSSIBLY DAMAGE THE CLEANER. CHECK THE FILTER PERIODICALLY AND REPLACE AS REQUIRED. INSTALLING THE CARTRIDGE FILTER 2 4 3 5 SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS WARNING – DO NOT LEAVE VACUUM UNATTENDED WHEN IT IS PLUGGED IN AND/OR OPERATING. UNPLUG UNIT WHEN NOT IN USE. the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the appliance. 26. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision. 27. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard. 28. The plug must be removed from the socket-outlet before cleaning or maintaining the appliance. LUBRICATION No lubrication is necessary as the motor is equipped with lifetime lubricated bearings. STORAGE Before storing your cleaner, the tank must be emptied and cleaned. Clean the wire screen, tank cover and motor housing. Clean the cartridge filter following the instructions in the Installing the Cartridge Filter section. The power cord can be wound around the housing for convenience. This cleaner should be stored indoors. WARNING – ALWAYS DISCONNECT THE PLUG FROM THE WALL OUTLET BEFORE REMOVING THE TANK COVER OR MOTOR HOUSING. OPERATION 1. Extinguish the fire. Do not extinguish the fire with water. The cleaner is for dry pick up only, do not vacuum wet ashes. Wait until the oven and ashes have completely cooled down before using your cleaner. Ashes that appear to have cooled down may still be hot inside and could reignite with airflow. Temperature exceeding 100° F (40° C) may damage the cleaner. 2. Turn the unit on and use the metal intake nozzle or metal crevice tool (not standard with all models) to vacuum up the debris. Never use the cleaner without the intake nozzle or crevice tool in place. NOTE: To prevent the unit from tipping over, do not pull on the hose. 3. If your cleaner shuts off during operation refer to Auto Resetting Thermal Protective Device section below. 4. During cleaning, check the hose, filter and cleaner for excessive temperature. If you notice a temperature rise, turn the cleaner off and disconnect the plug from the wall outlet immediately. In a safe area outside, empty the cleaner and remove any ashes on the filter. Allow the cleaner to cool down under close supervision. 5. After you have finished the cleaning job, run the unit for 30 seconds to ensure all debris has been deposited in the tank. 6. Empty and clean the tank. If there is any debris on the wire screen, located on the tank cover, carefully brush it off. Clean the cartridge filter following the instructions under the Installing the Cartridge Filter section in this manual. NOTICE: Auto Resetting Thermal Protective Device. This feature protects the unit by shutting off the cleaner should a pre-set temperature be exceeded. This condition typically occurs due to hot debris being present in the tank. 1. Turn the cleaner OFF and disconnect the plug from the wall outlet. 2. Move the cleaner to a safe area outside, remove the motor housing from the tank cover and allow to cool down under close supervision. 3. Check for a clogged, dirty cartridge filter. Clean or replace filter, if needed. 4. Check for a clogged, dirty wire screen. Carefully, brush off debris. 5. Check hose for blockage. Remove any obstruction found in hose. 6. The Thermal Protective Device will automatically reset in approximately 10 minutes, if the motor housing is removed from tank cover. 7. Wait until the oven and ashes have completely cooled down. Turn the cleaner ON and continue cleaning. WARNING – IF THE CLEANER HAS BEEN USED TO PICK UP ANY DEBRIS OTHER THAN ASHES; THE TANK, TANK COVER, WIRE SCREEN, CARTRIDGE FILTER AND MOTOR HOUSING MUST BE COMPLETELY CLEANED BEFORE USING IT TO PICK UP ASHES. PICKING UP ASHES IN A UNIT CONTAINING OTHER DEBRIS COULD RESULT IN A FIRE SHOULD AN ASH REIGNITE AND TOUCH FLAMMABLE DEBRIS. TROUBLESHOOTING Symptoms Parts/accessories missing Cleaner will not start Loss of suction Static shock Dust discharging from exhaust Possible Cause(s) 1. Packed in tank 1. No power at receptacle 2. Protective device enabled 3. Defective switch 4. Defective motor 1. Loose hose connection 2. Filter clogged 3. Wire screen clogged 4. Full tank 5. Hose clogged 1. Dry environment 2. Relative humidity of air is low 1. Filter not installed/not installed properly 2. Filter damaged 3. Filter not functional Corrective Action 1. Check in tank 1. Check for power 2. Review operation section in manual 3. Replace Power Unit 4. Replace Power Unit 1. Tighten hose connection 2. Clean or replace filter 3. Clean wire screen 4. Empty tank 5. Clear obstruction 1. Add moisture to air (if practical, use a console or installed humidifier) 2. This situation is temporary and does not affect the use of the cleaner 1. Properly install filter 2. Replace filter 3. Clean or replace filter Manual del usuario Por favor lea este manual antes de usar la aspiradora. Aspiración-Recolección de cenizas secas únicamente Modelo CAV850 Uso doméstico 230-240V~ 50-60Hz 850W ¡ATENCIÓN! Lea cuidadosamente todas las normas de seguridad antes de utilizar la unidad. Conserve este manual para consultas futuras. NO ASPIRE MATERIALES CON CENIZAS TIBIAS O CALIENTES. MARCA Cuando utilice un artefacto eléctrico, deberá seguir siempre las precauciones básicas, entre las que se incluyen las siguientes: LEA TODAS LAS INSTRUCCIONES ANTES DE UTILIZAR ESTE ARTEFACTO. ADVERTENCIA – PARA REDUCIR EL RIESGO DE INCENDIO, DESCARGA ELÉCTRICA O LESIONES: 1. No deje sin atención el artefacto cuando está conectado. Desconéctelo del tomacorriente cuan- do no lo esté utilizando y antes de darle mantenimiento. 2. No use el artefacto sobre superficies húmedas. No lo exponga a la lluvia, guárdelo en interiores. 3. No permita que lo utilicen como un juguete. Se requiere una estrecha vigilancia cuando lo utilicen niños o se trabaje con el artefacto cerca de ellos. 4. Utilícelo solamente como se describe en este manual. Utilice solamente los accesorios reco- mendados por el fabricante. 5. No lo utilice si el cable o el enchufe están dañados. Si el artefacto no funciona como debiera, se ha caído, dañado, dejado a la intemperie o se ha dejado caer en el agua, contacte con Shop-Vac Corporation para solicitar asistencia. 6. No Tire del cable o transporte el artefacto por el cable, no utilice el cable como una manija, no cierre las puertas sobre el cable ni tire del cable alrededor de bordes filosos o esquinas. No pase el artefacto sobre el cable. Mantenga el cable alejado de las superficies calientes. 7. No desconecte el artefacto tirando del cable. Para desconectarlo, tómelo por el enchufe, no por el cable. 8. No toque el enchufe ni el artefacto con las manos mojadas. 9. No inserte ningún objeto por las aberturas. No lo utilice si cualquiera de las aberturas está blo- queada. Manténgalo libre de polvo, pelusa, cabello y cualquier otro material que pudiera reducir el flujo de aire. 10. Mantenga el cabello, la ropa suelta, los dedos y en general todo su cuerpo, alejado de las aberturas y partes móviles del artefacto. 11. No aspire ningún material que esté ardiendo o humeando, como cigarros, cerillas o cenizas calientes. 12. No lo utilice sin la bolsa de filtro colocada. 13. Apague todos los controles antes de desconectar la unidad. 14. Extreme precauciones cuando limpie escaleras. 15. No lo utilice para aspirar líquidos inflamables o combustibles, como gasolina, ni lo utilice en áreas en donde pudieran estar presentes estas sustancias. 16. No utilice su aspiradora como rociador para líquidos inflamables como pinturas a base de aceite, lacas, productos de limpieza para el hogar, etc. 17. No aspire materiales tóxicos, carcinógenos, combustibles, ni otros materiales peligrosos como amianto, arsénico, bario, berilio, plomo, pesticidas u otros materiales que representen un riesgo para la salud. Existen artefactos especialmente diseñados para estos propósitos. 18. No utilice la aspiradora para recoger ceniza, por ejemplo, aserrín u hollín, sin el filtro de cartucho colocado. Éstas son partículas muy finas que pueden pasar a través de la criba de tela metálica y afectar el funcionamiento del motor o ser expelidas nuevamente al aire. 19. No deje el cable en el piso una vez que haya terminado su trabajo de limpieza, podría tropezar- se con el mismo. 20. Tenga cuidado especial al vaciar los depósitos excesivamente cargados. 21. Para evitar la combustión espontánea, vacíe el depósito después de cada uso. 22. El funcionamiento de una aspiradora de servicio podría ocasionar que objetos extraños sean expelidos hacia los ojos, lo que podría resultar en una lesión ocular. Siempre lleve puestas gafas de seguridad cuando haga funcionar una aspiradora. 23. MANTÉNGASE ALERTA. Vigile lo que está haciendo y utilice el sentido común. No utilice una aspiradora cuando esté cansado, distraído o bajo el efecto de drogas, alcohol o medicamen- tos que causen una pérdida del control. 24. ¡ADVERTENCIA! NO Dutilice esta aspiradora para aspirar residuos de pintura con plomo dado que al hacerlo se podrían dispersar partículas delgadas de plomo en el aire. Esta aspiradora no ha sido diseñada para ser utilizada, conforme a la Regulación de la EPA 40 CFR Parte 745, para limpieza de materiales de pintura con plomo. 25. Este artefacto puede ser utilizado por niños de 8 años o mayores y personas INSTRUCCIONES IMPORTANTES SOBRE SEGURIDAD ¡PELIGRO! Nunca ponga en funcionamiento esta unidad ante la presencia de materiales o vapores inflamables dado que los artefactos eléctricos producen arcos o chispas que pueden causar un incendio o una explosión. ¡NUNCA DEJE LA UNIDAD FUNCIONANDO SIN SUPERVISIÓN! ¡ADVERTENCIA! Si la aspiradora ha sido utilizada para aspirar otros residuos que no sean cenizas, el depósito, la cubierta del depósito, la criba metálica, el filtro de cartucho y el alojamiento del motor deberán limpiarse por completo antes de utilizarla para aspirar cenizas. La aspiración de cenizas en una unidad que contenga otro tipo de residuos podría ocasionar un incendio si una ceniza se reavivara y tocara residuos inflamables.