Craftsman 338.17923 - Manual (Page 6)

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 info 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.
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).
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 interna! float electronically shuts the unit off when
liquid reaches tank capacity. At this point, the liquid must
be emptied to alilow vacuuming to continue. Refer to sec­
tions above.
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.
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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.
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).
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE:
SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE (S) CORRECTIVE ACTION
Parts/accessories
are missing 1, Packed in the tank 1. Check in tank
Djst discharging i
from the sxhajst
i
1. Filter not installed/
not inslalled properly
2. Filter is damaged
3. Dust is too tine
4. Filter is not functional
1. Properly install
the fiHef
2. Replace the filter
3. Use a more efficient filler
4. Clean or replace the filter
I
Loss of suction/ :
performance 1. Loose hose
connection.
2. Lid/motor air leak
3. Drain air leak
(not all models)
4. Filter dogged
5. Full tank
6. Hole in hose
7. Obstruction in
hose Of nozzle
1. Tighten hose connection
2. Check lid latches
3. Tighten drain cap
4. Clean or replace filter
5. Empty tank
S. Replace hose
7. Remove obstruction
If present
Water misting out
exhausted air 1. Saturated or missing
foam sleeve
1. Check that foam sleeve
is in place or replace
with a clean dry filter
Water spraying
out exhausted air 1. inlet deflector shield
is not installed properly
1. Cheek to make sure
the inlet deflector is
installed properly. Facing
up for wet pick-up.
Facing down for dry
pick-up.
Static shock 1. Dry environment
2. Relative humidity of
air is low
f.Add moisture to air (if
practical, use a console
or inslalled humidifier.)
2. This situation is
temporary and does not
' effect the use of the
1 vacuum cleaner.
Will not pump 1. Pick-up cage dogged.
2. Vacuum hose,
3. Not primed.
1. Clean mesh screen on
I pick-up.
2.2-1/2 in. hose must be
attached to unit.
|3, Need at least 4in, of
water in the lank.