Craftsman 38909 User Manual
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Operation
Vacuuming Dry Materials
WARNING: Be sure to read, understand and apply all the information in the
Important Safety Instructions section at the beginning of this operator's manual.
Do not vacuum in areas with fl ammable gases, vapors, or explosive dusts in the
air. Flammable gases or vapors include but are not limited to: lighter fl uid,
solvent type cleaners, oil-base paints, gasoline, alcohol or aerosol sprays.
Explosive dusts include but are not limited to: coal, magnesium, grain or gun
powder. To reduce the risk of health hazards from vapors or dust, do not
vacuum toxic materials.
Important Safety Instructions section at the beginning of this operator's manual.
Do not vacuum in areas with fl ammable gases, vapors, or explosive dusts in the
air. Flammable gases or vapors include but are not limited to: lighter fl uid,
solvent type cleaners, oil-base paints, gasoline, alcohol or aerosol sprays.
Explosive dusts include but are not limited to: coal, magnesium, grain or gun
powder. To reduce the risk of health hazards from vapors or dust, do not
vacuum toxic materials.
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1. Ensure that the power cord is
disconnected from the outlet. (Fig. 1)
2. For dry vacuuming, the cartridge fi lter
must be installed correctly. To verify,
please refer to Installing Cartridge Filter
on page 10.
3. Ensure that the cartridge fi lter is
completely mounted. Ensure that the
fi lter is inserted all the way. (Fig. 2, Fig. 3)
4. Replace the top section on the tank,
and secure it in place using the clasps.
(Fig.4 )
5. Insert the larger end of the hose into
the front inlet on the tank and lock it in
place. Push the required attachment on
to the free end of the hose or extension.
(Fig. 5)
6. Plug the power cord in to the power
outlet. (Fig. 6)
7. Turn the motor on by fl ipping the
switch to the ‘I’ position. (Fig. 7)
disconnected from the outlet. (Fig. 1)
2. For dry vacuuming, the cartridge fi lter
must be installed correctly. To verify,
please refer to Installing Cartridge Filter
on page 10.
3. Ensure that the cartridge fi lter is
completely mounted. Ensure that the
fi lter is inserted all the way. (Fig. 2, Fig. 3)
4. Replace the top section on the tank,
and secure it in place using the clasps.
(Fig.4 )
5. Insert the larger end of the hose into
the front inlet on the tank and lock it in
place. Push the required attachment on
to the free end of the hose or extension.
(Fig. 5)
6. Plug the power cord in to the power
outlet. (Fig. 6)
7. Turn the motor on by fl ipping the
switch to the ‘I’ position. (Fig. 7)
O = OFF I = ON
8. Once you have completed
vacuuming, fl ip the switch to the ‘O’
position and unplug the power cord
from the power outlet.
vacuuming, fl ip the switch to the ‘O’
position and unplug the power cord
from the power outlet.
DO NOT USE THE CARTRIDGE FILTER
FOR LIQUID VACUUMING.
FOR LIQUID VACUUMING.
CAUTION: Do not vacuum drywall dust,
fi replace soot or ash with standard
Wet/Dry fi lter. This is very fi ne dust
which will not be captured by the fi lter
and may cause damage to motor. To
purchase the fi ne dust fi lter, call
1-800-469-4663 or visit a Sears store.
fi replace soot or ash with standard
Wet/Dry fi lter. This is very fi ne dust
which will not be captured by the fi lter
and may cause damage to motor. To
purchase the fi ne dust fi lter, call
1-800-469-4663 or visit a Sears store.
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