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USER MANUAL Professional VJF608PF 0202 Vacmaster

Read and understand this manual before use. Keep this manual for future reference.

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operation. PEAK HP "Peak Horsepower" is a term used in the wet-dry vac industry for consumer comparison purposes. It does not denote the operational horsepower output of a wet-dry vac, but rather the horsepower output of a motor, including the motor’s inertial contribution, achieved in laboratory testing. In actual use, motors do not operate at the peak horsepower shown. FOR YOUR SAFETY: CAREFULLY READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS.3 WARRANTY We take pride in producing a high-quality, durable product. This Vacmaster

product carries a limited three (3) year warranty against defects in workmanship and materials from date of purchase under normal household use. If product is to be used for commercial, industrial, or rental use, a 90-day limited warranty will apply. Please keep your receipt as proof of purchase. This warranty JLYHV\RXVSHFL¿FOHJDOULJKWVZKLFKPD\YDU\IURPVWDWHWRVWDWH)RUSURGXFWVHUYLFHFDOO&XVWRPHU Service at 1-866-384-8432. Not Covered by Warranty:

• Any part that has become inoperative due to misuse, negligence, direct/indirect abuse, accidents, improper maintenance, repairs, or alterations; &RQVXPDEOHVVXFKDV¿OWHUVDQGDFFHVVRULHV

• Normal wear and tear of parts and attachments, such as hose, nozzles, or casters;

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• Any product where serial number/data label is tampered with or removed;

• Any product purchased from an unauthorized retailer.4

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK, OR INJURY: READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS VACUUM. Read and understand this operator’s manual and all labels on the vacuum cleaner before operating. Safety is a combination of common sense, staying alert and knowing how your vacuum works. Use this vacuum only as described in this manual. To reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to your vacuum, use only manufacturer recommended accessories. When using a vacuum, basic precautions should always be followed including the following. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in

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• Do not run vacuum unattended. 'RQRWXVHWRSLFNXSÀDPPDEOHRUFRPEXVWLEOHOLTXLGVVXFKDVJDVROLQHRUXVHLQDUHDVZKHUH they may be present.

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• To reduce the risk of health hazards from vapors or dusts, do not vacuum toxic materials.

• Do not use or store near hazardous materials.

• Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes.

• Do not expose to rain. Store indoors.

• If vacuum is not working as it should, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, return it to a service center.

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

• Do not use with damaged cord or plug.

• 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.

• Keep cord away from heated surfaces.

• Do not run the vacuum over cord.

• Do not handle plug or vacuum with wet hands. 'RQRWXVHZLWKRXW¿OWHUVLQSODFH

• Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used by or near children.

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• Do not leave vacuum when plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before servicing.

• Turn off all controls before unplugging.

• Unplug before connecting or disconnecting hose, or any other accessories.

• Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with any opening blocked; keep free of dust, lint,

• Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.

• Use only as described in this manual. Use only manufacturer’s recommended attachments.

• This vacuum is provided with double insulation. Use only identical replacement parts. See DOUBLE INSULATION INSTRUCTIONS. CAUTION:

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• Direct air discharge only at work area.

• Do not use Wet/Dry Vacuum as a sprayer.

• Do not direct air at bystanders.

• Keep children away when blowing.

• Wear safety goggles.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

For Household Use Only

To reduce the risk of electric shock - Unplug before cleaning or servicing.

WITH A DOUBLE-INSULATED WET/DRY VACUUM, TWO SYSTEMS OF INSULATION ARE PROVIDED INSTEAD OF GROUNDING. NO GROUNDING MEANS IS PROVIDED ON A DOUBLE-INSULATED APPLIANCE, NOR SHOULD A MEANS FOR GROUNDING BE ADDED. SERVICING A DOUBLE INSULATED WET/DRY VACUUM REQUIRES EXTREME CARE AND KNOWLEDGE OF THE SYSTEM, AND SHOULD BE DONE ONLY BY QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. REPLACEMENT PART FOR A DOUBLE-INSULATED WET/DRY VACUUM MUST BE IDENTICAL TO THE PARTS THEY REPLACE. YOUR DOUBLE-INSULATED WET/DRY VAC IS MARKED WITH THE WORDS ‘DOUBLE INSULATED’ AND THE SYMBOL (SQUARE WITHIN A SQUARE) MAY ALSO BE MARKED ON THE APPLIANCE. WARNING : FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, READ AND UNDERSTAND OPERATOR’S MANUAL. DO NOT RUN UNATTENDED. DO NOT PICK UP HOT ASHES, COALS, TOXIC, FLAMMABLE, OR OTHER HAZARDOUS MATERIALS. DO NOT USE AROUND EXPLOSIVE LIQUIDS OR VAPORS. CAUTION: DO NOT VACUUM DRYWALL DUST OR FIREPLACE SOOT OR ASH WITH STANDARD WET/DRY FILTER. THIS TYPE OF DUST IS VERY FINE WHICH MAY NOT BE CAPTURED BY THE FILTER AND CAUSE DAMAGE TO MOTOR. WHEN VACUUMING FINE DUST USE A FINE DUST FILTER. This Wet/Dry Vacuum is double insulated, eliminating the need for a separate grounding system. Use only identical replacement parts. Read the instructions for Servicing Double-Insulated Wet/Dry Vacuums before servicing. Use this vacuum as described in this manual. Observe the following warnings that appear on the motor housing of your vacuum.6 EXTENSION CORDS When using an extension cord with your Wet/Dry Vacuum refer to the following table to determine the required A.W.G. wire size. Before using the cleaner make sure the power cord and extension cord are in good working condition. Make repairs or replacements before using the vacuum cleaner. Only use extension cords that are rated for outdoor use. Length of Extension Cord 120V 25ft (7.62m) 50ft (15.24m) 100ft (30.48m) 150ft (45.72m) Ampere rating A.W.G. Wire Size More than Not more than

12 16 14 12 Not recommended7 The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product.

SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING

DANGER Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. CAUTION Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury. NOTICE (Without Safety Alert Symbol) Indicates a situation that may result in property damage. SYMBOLS8

UNPACKING & CHECKING CARTON

CONTENTS Handle Right Hose Storage Rack Latch Accessory Storage Caster Caster Foot Collection Tank Vacuum Port Powerhead On/Off Switch Left Hose Storage Rack Blower Port Power Cord Storage Remove all contents from the box. Remove the powerhead and take out any contents inside the collection tank. Check each item against the carton contents list. Carton Contents List: Key Description ..…………....……….….... Qty. NOTE: The hose and accessories for this vacuum are 1-7/8" (47.6 mm) diameter.

UNPACKING YOUR WET/DRY VACUUM & GENERAL ASSEMBLY1. Verify that the power cord is disconnected from the outlet (Fig. 1).2. Undo the latches (Fig. 2).3. Lift the powerhead off the collection tank (Fig. 3).4. Remove the contents from inside the collection tank; make sure you have all contents as listed on page 8 (Fig. 4). 5. Turn the collection tank on its side and insert the four caster feet into the slots on the collection tank and tighten with supplied screws. Verify that the caster feet are mounted correctly. Do not over-tighten screws (Fig. 5).6. Position the left hose storage rack on the front side of the powerhead, just above the top edge of the tank, as illustrated in Fig. 6. Squeeze the open sides of the left hose storage rack inward and insert the open ends into the allocated slot. Verify that the rack is secured in place as shown in Fig. 7. Install the right hose storage rack in the same way on the other side of the powerhead as shown in Fig. 9, ensuring it is secured (Fig. 6 – 10).NOTE: Hose storage rack may come pre-installed on some models.A Philips head screwdriver is required.

DO NOT PLUG THE POWER CORD INTO A POWER OUTLET. MAKE SURE THE PLUG IS DISCONNECTED BEFORE ASSEMBLING THE WET/DRY VACUUM. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE TO RAIN.10 DRY VACUUMING<RXUYDFXXPFRPHVUHDG\IRUGU\YDFXXPFOHDQLQJ,IWKHFDUWULGJH¿OWHULVQRWLQVWDOOHGUHIHUWR page 15 for installation instructions (Fig. 11 & 12).)RUZHWYDFXXPFOHDQLQJUHPRYHWKHFDUWULGJH¿OWHUDQGLQVWDOOWKHVXSSOLHGIRDPZHW¿OWHU6HHSDJHIRUWKHIRDPZHW¿OWHULQVWDOODWLRQLQVWUXFWLRQV)LJ9. Place the powerhead back on the collection tank and secure into place using the latches (Fig. 14 & 15). 10.Insert the locking end of the hose into the vacuum port on the collection tank and turn clockwise to lock into place (Fig. 16). 11.The included attachments lock together to prevent them from detaching during use. Connect the desired attachment onto the end of the hose or extension wand by aligning the tabs and push together until they lock into place (Fig. 17). To remove the attachment, press down on the locking tab and slide it off (Fig. 18).POLARIZED PLUGTo reduce the risk of electrical shock, this appliance has a polarized plug (one blade wider than the RWKHU7KLVSOXJZLOO¿WLQDSRODUL]HGRXWOHWRQO\RQHZD\,IWKHSOXJGRHVQRW¿WIXOO\LQWKHRXWOHW

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not change the plug in any way. Double insulation eliminates the need for the three-wire grounded power cord and grounded power supply system.

1. Verify that the power cord is disconnected from the outlet (Fig. 1).

4. Place the powerhead back on the collection tank and secure it in place using the latches (Fig. 5).

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS: DRY VACUUMING

5. Insert the locking end of the hose into the vacuum port on the collection tank and turn clockwise

6. The included attachments lock together to prevent them from detaching during use. Connect the

desired attachment onto the end of the hose or extension wand by aligning the tabs and push together until they lock into place (Fig. 6).

7. Verify that the switch is in the ‘O’ OFF position before plugging the power cord into the power

DO NOT PLUG THE POWER CORD INTO A POWER OUTLET. MAKE SURE THE PLUG IS DISCONNECTED BEFORE CHANGING THE FILTERS. 1. Verify that the power cord is disconnected from the outlet. Make sure that the collection tank is clean and free of dust and dirt (Fig. 1).5HPRYHWKHFDUWULGJH¿OWHUWKHQFDUHIXOO\LQVWDOOWKHIRDPZHW¿OWHURYHUWKH¿OWHUFDJHDQGSODFH

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16 (Fig. 2).DO NOT USE THE CARTRIDGE FILTER FOR LIQUID VACUUMING.OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS: WET VACUUMING3. The included attachments lock together to prevent them from detaching during use. Connect the desired attachment onto the end of the hose or extension wand by aligning the tabs and push together until they lock into place (Fig. 3).4. Verify that the switch is in the ‘O’ OFF position before plugging the power cord into the power outlet. Plug the power cord into the outlet (Fig. 4 & 5). 7XUQWKHYDFXXPRQE\ÀLSSLQJWKHVZLWFKWRWKHµ,¶21SRVLWLRQDQGEHJLQYDFXXPLQJ)LJ 2QFH\RXKDYHFRPSOHWHGYDFXXPLQJÀLSWKHVZLWFKWRWKH22))SRVLWLRQDQGXQSOXJWKHpower cord from the outlet.7. After use, empty the collection tank, clean and dry the inside and outside of the collection tank (Fig. 7). LIQUID VACUUMING13 BLOWER OPERATION

WEAR A DUST MASK IF BLOWING CREATES DUST THAT MIGHT BE INHALED. IMPORTANT! When vacuuming large quantities of liquids, do not immerse the nozzle completely LQWKHOLTXLGOHDYHDJDSDWWKHWLSRIWKHQR]]OHRSHQLQJWRDOORZDLULQÀRZ7KHPDFKLQHLV¿WWHGZLWKDÀRDWYDOYHWKDWVWRSVWKHVXFWLRQDFWLRQZKHQWKHFROOHFWLRQWDQNUHDFKHVLWVPD[LPXPcapacity. You will notice an increase in motor speed. When this happens, turn off the machine, disconnect from power supply, and drain the liquid into a suitable receptacle or drain. To continue YDFXXPLQJUH¿WWKHSRZHUKHDGWRWKHFROOHFWLRQWDQN$IWHUZHWYDFXXPLQJWXUQWKHPDFKLQHoff and remove plug from power supply. Empty the collection tank, clean and dry the inside and outside before storage. REMEMBER!7KHIRDPZHW¿OWHUPXVWEHUHPRYHGDIWHUZHWYDFXXPLQJDQGWKHFDUWULGJH¿OWHUmust be installed before dry vacuuming again.1. Verify that the power cord is disconnected from the outlet (Fig. 1).2. Make sure the collection tank is empty before using as a blower. Clear all dirt and debris from the hose and collection tank.3. Remove the hose from the vacuum port.4. Insert the locking end of the hose into the blower port on the back of the powerhead and lock into place (Fig. 2).5. The included attachments lock together to prevent them from detaching during use. Connect the desired attachment onto the end of the hose or extension wand by aligning the tabs and push together until they lock into place (Fig. 3).This Wet/Dry Vacuum has blowing capabilities. To use the blower feature, follow the instructions listed below.

KROHV$VPDOOKROHFDQOHWGXVWSDVVWKURXJKDQGRXWRIWKH¿OWHU'RQRWXVHD¿OWHUZLWKKROHVRUtears; replace it immediately.STORAGEBefore storing your vacuum, the collection tank should be emptied and cleaned. The accessories should be cleaned and stored so they can be readily available when needed. Store the wet/dry vacuum indoors.REPAIRS5HSDLUVIRUWKLVZHWGU\YDFXXPVKRXOGEHSHUIRUPHGRQO\E\TXDOL¿HGVHUYLFHSHUVRQQHOXVLQJonly identical replacement parts.1. Verify that the power cord is disconnected from the outlet (Fig. 1).2. Disconnect the hose from the vacuum (Fig. 2).3. Undo the latches and remove the powerhead from the collection tank (Fig. 3). Place powerhead on a soft, clean surface upside down.4. Clear all dirt or debris from the collection tank and hose into a proper waste container (Fig. 4).&OHDQRUUHSODFHWKH¿OWHUV6. Check the hose, accessories, and power cord to ensure that they have not been damaged.7. Place the powerhead back onto the collection tank and secure latches.6. Verify that the switch is in the ‘O’ OFF position before plugging the power cord into the power outlet. Plug the power cord into the outlet (Fig. 4 & 5).%HIRUHWXUQLQJRQWKHYDFXXP¿UPO\KROGWKHORRVHHQGRIWKHKRVH7XUQWKHYDFXXPRQE\ÀLSSLQJWKHVZLWFKWRWKHµ,¶21SRVLWLRQ)LJ2QFH\RXKDYHFRPSOHWHGEORZLQJÀLSWKHRQRIIVZLWFKWRWKHµ2¶2))SRVLWLRQDQGXQSOXJWKHpower cord from the outlet (Fig. 7).

INSTALLING & CLEANING CARTRIDGE

REMOVING & CLEANING CARTRIDGE FILTER

1. Verify that the power cord is disconnected from the outlet (Fig. 1).

2. Remove the powerhead and place in an upside-down position.

INSTALLING & CLEANING FOAM WET

CLEANING FOAM WET FILTER

1. Verify that the power cord is disconnected from the outlet (Fig. 1).

2. Remove the powerhead and place in an upside-down position. Follow instructions to remove the

PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION

The wet/dry vacuum will not operate. No power supply. Check the power supply, cord, breakers, and fuses. Faulty power cord. Unplug and check the power cord. If damaged, have it repaired by a professional. Collection tank is full. Empty the collection tank. Switch in the wrong position. Press the ON ‘I’ button on the powerhead. The dust comes out from the motor cover. 7KHFDUWULGJH¿OWHULVPLVVLQJRU damaged. Attach or replace the cartridge ¿OWHU Vacuum has been used to collect ¿QHGXVWVXFKDVGU\ZDOOGXVW ¿UHSODFHVRRWRUDVKZLWKRXWD¿QH GXVW¿OWHU Remove the standard cartridge ¿OWHUDQGLQVWDOOWKHDSSURSULDWH ¿QHGXVW¿OWHU

motor/speed vibration. There are blockages in the nozzle, hose, or the collection tank inlets. Unplug and check nozzle, hose and collection tank inlets for blockages. 7KHFDUWULGJH¿OWHULVFORJJHGE\ ¿QHGXVW 7DNHRIIWKH¿OWHUDQGFOHDQLWRU LQVWDOODQHZFDUWULGJH¿OWHU

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