Shop-Vac 201-25-00 Guia Do Utilizador
When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, including the
following: READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE.
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
servicing. Connect to a properly grounded outlet only. See Grounding Instructions.
servicing. Connect to a properly grounded outlet only. See Grounding Instructions.
2. Do not expose to rain – store indoors.
3.
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
assistance.
dropped, damaged, left outdoors or dropped into water, contact Shop-Vac Corporation for
assistance.
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 sur-
faces.
faces.
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.
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 dust bag and/or filters in place.
11. Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches or hot ashes.
12. Do not use without dust bag and/or filters 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
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.
Specially designed units are available for these purposes.
18. Do not pick up soot, cement, plaster or drywall dust without 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 available.
performance of the motor or be exhausted back into the air. Additional collection filter bags
are available.
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
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.
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.
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.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
When using the appliance at a distance where an extension cord becomes necessary, a 3-con-
ductor grounding 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 located on rear of motor cover.
ductor grounding 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 located on rear of motor cover.
EXTENSION CORDS
the plug illustrated in sketch A. A
temporary adapter that looks like
the adapter illustrated in sketches
B and C may be used to connect
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.
temporary adapter that looks like
the adapter illustrated in sketches
B and C may be used to connect
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.
IN CANADA, THE USE OF A TEMPORARY ADAPTER IS NOT PERMITTED BY THE
CANADIAN ELECTRICAL CODE. Make sure that the appliance is connected to an outlet having
the same configuration as the plug. No adapter should be used with this appliance.
CANADIAN ELECTRICAL CODE. Make sure that the appliance is connected to an outlet having
the same configuration as the plug. No adapter should be used with this appliance.
This appliance must be grounded. If it should malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a
path of least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock. This appliance is
equipped with a cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and grounding plug. The plug
must be inserted into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance
with all local codes and ordinances.
path of least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock. This appliance is
equipped with a cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and grounding plug. The plug
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 EQUIPMENT-
GROUNDING CONDUCTOR CAN RESULT IN A RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK. CHECK WITH A QUALIFIED 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 APPLIANCE – IF IT WILL NOT FIT THE OUTLET, HAVE A
PROPER OUTLET INSTALLED BY A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN.
SHOCK. CHECK WITH A QUALIFIED 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 APPLIANCE – IF IT WILL NOT FIT THE OUTLET, HAVE A
PROPER OUTLET INSTALLED BY A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN.
This appliance is for use on a nominal 120-volt circuit, and has a grounded plug that looks like
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
1. Remove vacuum cleaner and all accessories from the carton.
2. Important: Open tank cover by pushing latches or clamps outward with thumbs and remove
any accessories that may have been shipped in the tank.
3. Assemble dolly or caster system following instructions.
UNPACKING
4. Before replacing cover, please refer to Dry Pick up or Wet Pick up operation to ensure proper
filter installation.
5. Replace cover and make sure latches or clamps are secured over raised area of tank cover.
I=ON, O=OFF
WARNING
– DO NOT LEAVE VACUUM UNATTENDED WHEN IT IS PLUGGED IN AND/OR OPERATING. UNPLUG UNIT WHEN NOT IN USE.
Before using appliance, inspect power cord for loose or exposed wires and damaged insulation.
Make any needed repairs or replacements before using your appliance. Use only three-wire out-
door 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.
Make any needed repairs or replacements before using your appliance. Use only three-wire out-
door 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.
NOTE: STATIC SHOCKS ARE COMMON IN DRY AREAS OR WHEN THE RELATIVE HUMID-
ITY OF THE AIR IS LOW. THIS IS ONLY TEMPORARY 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.
ITY OF THE AIR IS LOW. THIS IS ONLY TEMPORARY 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.
Volts
Total length of cord in feet
120V
Ampere Rating
More Not More
Than Than
0 - 6
6
- 10
10 - 12
12 - 16
12 - 16
25
50
100
150
AWG
18
18
16
14
18
16
14
16
16
16
12
16
16
12
16
14
14
14
14
14
12
12
12
12
Not recommended