amazon basics VJC1210PF Wet Dry Shop Vacuum Cleaner Instruction Manual

amazon basics VJC1210PF Wet Dry Shop Vacuum Cleaner

Product Information

Wet/dry shop vacuums are versatile cleaning machines that can be used to clean up wet and dry messes. Wet-dry-vac.com is the most comprehensive source of information about these vacuums on the internet. The site allows you to learn about how to purchase a wet/dry vac, compare and review detailed specifications on hundreds of models, and find compatible filters. You can also view manuals, parts lists, and brochures for hundreds of models. Plus, you can find the best prices for vacuums and filters, and purchase online right from the site.

Product Usage Instructions

1. Choose the wet/dry vacuum model that fits your needs by comparing the detailed specifications on Wet-dry-vac.com.
2. Once you have chosen your vacuum, purchase it online from the site.
3. When your vacuum arrives, unbox it and read the manual carefully.
4. Assemble the vacuum according to the instructions provided in the manual.
5. Ensure that you have the appropriate filter installed for the type of mess you will be cleaning up.
6. Plug in the vacuum and turn it on.
7. Use the appropriate attachment for the job at hand.
8. Clean up the mess as needed.
9. When finished, turn off the vacuum and unplug it from the power source.
10. Clean and store the vacuum according to the instructions provided in the manual.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

IMPORTANT

• Read these instructions carefully and retain them for future use. If this appliance is passed to a third party, then these instructions must be included.
• When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed including the following
• READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE

WARNING Risk of damage and injury.

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

WARNING Risk of damage and injury.

• Do not expose to rain. Store indoors.

CAUTION Risk of damage and injury.

• To reduce the risk of injury from moving parts – Unplug before servicing
• WARNING – To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or injury:
• Do not leave appliance when plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before servicing.
• Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used by or near children.
• Use only as described in this manual. Use only manufacturer’s recommended attachments.
• 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, return it to a service center.
• 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.
• Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
• Do not handle plug or appliance with wet hands.
• Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with any opening blocked; keep free of dust, lint, hair, and anything that may reduce air flow.
• Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body away from openings and moving parts.
• Tum off all controls before unplugging.
• Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.
• Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids, such as gasoline, or use in areas where they may be present.
• This appliance is provided with double insulation. Use only identical replacement parts. See instructions for Servicing of Double-Insulated Appliances.
• Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes.
• Do not use without a dust bag and/or filters in place.
• To reduce the risk of electric shock, use only an extension cord intended for outdoor use, such as SJW or SJTW.
• Make sure your extension cord is in good condition and is the correct size for your appliance. Below shows the correct size to use depending on cord length and nameplate ampere rating. If in doubt, use the next heavier gauge. The smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord. An undersized extension cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating.

(7.5 m)

| SO’

(15.25 m)

| 100′

(30.5 m)

| 150′

(45.7 m)

Ampere rating| A.W.G. wire size

More than

| Not more than
0| 6| 18| 16| 16| 14
6| 10| 18| 16| 14| 12
10| 12| 16| 16| 14| 12
12| 16| 14| 12| Not recommended

Do not remove the guarding of the moving parts

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Polarization Instruction

• To reduce the risk of electric shock, this appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other).
• This plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug.
• If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the proper outlet. Do not change the plug in any way.

Servicing of Double-Insulated Appliances

• This product 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.
• A double-insulated appliance is marked with one or more of the following: the words “DOUBLE INSULATION” or “DOUBLE INSULATED.” or the double insulation symbol (square within a square).

CAUTION

• Do not vacuum drywall dust or fireplace soot or ash with a standard wet/dry filter. This is a bag of very fine dust that will not be captured by the filter and may cause damage to the motor. When vacuuming fine dust, use a fine dust filter (sold separately).
• In a double-insulated appliance, 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 to the appliance.
• Servicing a double-insulated appliance requires extreme care and knowledge of the system, and should be done only by qualified service personnel.
• Replacement parts for a double-insulated appliance must be identical to the parts they replace.
• Do not use without filters in place.

Blower function safety

• Wear a mask when using the appliance for the blower function.
• Always wear safety goggles complying with ANSI 287.1 or CSAZ94.3 when using the appliance.

Intended Use

• This product is intended for picking up wet and dry materials only.
• This product is intended for household use only.

Before First Use

DANGER: Risk of suffocation!

• Keep any packaging materials away from children and pets – these materials are a potential source of danger, e.g. suffocation.
• Remove all the packing materials.
• Remove and review all components before assembly. Some parts are packed inside the container (E).
• Check the product for transport damages.
• Before connecting the product to the power supply, check that the power supply voltage and current rating corresponds with the power supply details shown on the product rating label.

Product Description

• A) Motor unit
• B) Handle
• C) Filter lock
• D) Dry/wet hose intake
• E) Container
• F) Drain cap
• G) Power cord with plug
• H) Air outlet
• I) 1/0 switch
• J) Extension tube x2
• K) Hose
• L) Screw xa
• M) Attachments
• N) Foam filter
• O) Fine dust filter
• P) Caster x4
• Q) Noise diffuser with foam insert

setup

Risk of damage and injury.

• When changing the filters or shifting the function of the product, ensure that the product is unplugged when changing the setup of the product.

Attaching castes

1. Slide the casters (P) onto the base ot the container (E) (Fig. 1).
2. Using a screwdriver, attach the casters (P) with the screws (L)

Locking/unlocking the motor unit from the container

Locking

1. Place the motor unit (A) on top of the container (E), aligning the sides together (Fig. 2).
2. Push down On the sides Of the motor unit (A). The motor unit (A) snaps onto the container (E) (Fig. 2).

Unlocking

Push the locking mechanism inward then lift the side upwards to unhinge the motor unit (A) from the container (E) (Fig. 3).

Attaching/detaching the fine dust filter

The fine dust filter (O) is for dry vacuuming only.
Attaching

1. Place the motor unit (A) upside down on a flat, even surface.
2. push the fine dust filter (O) onto the motor unit (A) (Fig. 4).
   • The end of the fine dust filter (O) with the rubber seal should face upwards.
3. place on the filter lock (C) (Fig. 5).
4. Rotate the knob on the filter lock (C) clockwise to secure it in place (Fig. 5).

Detaching

1. Place the motor unit (A) upside down on a flat, even surface.
2. Rotate the knob on the filter lock (C) counter-clockwise to unm (Fig. 6).
3. Take off the (C) (Fig 6).
4. Pull the filer (O) out from the motor unit (A).

Attaching/detaching the foam filter
CAUTION

• Take precautions when inserting the foam filter (N) into the motor unit (A). The material is fragile and tight-fitting.
• The foam filter (N) is for wet vacuuming only.

Attaching

1. Place the motor unit (A) upside down on a flat. even surface.
2. Attach the foam filter (N) to the motor unit (A) (Fig. 7).
3. Check that the foam filter (N) fully wraps around the cage area Of the motor unit (A).

Detaching

1. Place the motor unit (A) upside down on a flat, even surface.
2. Take off the foam filter (N) from the motor unit (A).

Attaching/detaching the noise diffuser

The noise diffuser (Q) is for both dry and wet vacuuming. It is used to reduce the noise the product creates while

Attaching

Connect the noise diffuser (Q) to the air outlet (H) then rotate it clockwise to lock it into place (Fig 8).

Detaching
TO take Off the noise diffuser (Q), reverse the steps needed to attach it.
Connecting the hose and attachments

1. Connect the wide end of the hose (K) to the desired hose intake (D/H) then rotate it clxkwise to lock into place.

• A) Blower function: air Outlet (H) (Fig. 9).
• B) Dry/wet vacuuming: dry/wet hose intake (D) (Fig. 10).

NOTICE: TO take Off the hose (K), reverse the Steps needed to attach it.

1. Connect an extension tube (J) and/or an attachment (M) to the other end of the hose (K) as desired (Fig. 11).

Operation

WARNING Risk of explosion and fire hazard!

• Never vacuum asbestos, or flammable fluids, such as petrol, oil, solvents, etc. Do not operate flammable fluids or gas.
• Never vacuum fluids or material hotter than 60 •C, such as cigarettes, matches or hot ashes, etc.

Switching on/off

1. Connect the plug (G) to a suitable outlet.
2. To switch the product on, set the 1/0 switch (l) to me.
3. TO switch Off, set the 1/0 switch (l) to O. Unplug the product from the outlet.

Dry vacuuming

1. NOTICE Risk Of product damage! Never dry vacuum without the fine dust filter (O) installed.

Wet-vacuuming

• * Risk Of product damage! Never wet the vacuum without the foam filter (N) installed.

  • When vacuuming large quantities of liquids, do not immerse the nozzle fully in the liquid. Leave a gap at the tip of the nozzle opening to allow air flow
  • The product is fitted with a float that stops the suction action when the container reaches its maximum capacity.
  • Notice that there is an increase in motor noise. When this happens:

1. Set the 1/0 switch (l) to the O position.
2. Disconnect from the outlet, unscrew the drain cap
3. Drain the liquid into a suitable receptacle or drain.

Blower function

CAUTION

• When using as blower, direct air discharge only at work area.
• DO not use as a sprayer. DO not direct air at bystanders. Keep children away when blowing. Wear a dust mask if blowing create dust that might be inhaled.

NOTICE

• It is recommended to use safety goggles while using blower function to prevent debris from being blown or ricocheting into eyes.
• The blower function can be used to blow out dust from behind the furniture, from inside the radios/TVs and to clean out blocked hose.

Cleaning and Maintenance

WARNING Risk Of electric shock!

• To prevent electric shock. unplug tte product before cleaning.
• During cleaning do not immerse the electrical parts of the product in water or other liquids. Never hold the product under running water.

Emptying the container

• When suction power decreases, it might mean that the container (E) is full.
• For dry vacuuming disposal. take motor unit (A) off from the container (E). Then dispose of the contents into a suitable receptacle.
• For wet vacuuming disposal, unscrew the drain cap (F) to empty the container (E) into a suitable receptxle or drain.

Cleaning the fine dust filter

1. Take off the foam filter (N) from the motor unit (A).
2. Wash and rinse the filter with water and mild detergent then let it air dry thoroughly.
3. After drying, the foam filter (N) to the motor unit

NOTICE: Risk Of product damage! The foam filter (N) has a delicate materiaL Do not clean the foam filter B) in a washing machine.

Storage

• The extension tubes (J) and the attachments (M) can be attached on the accessory storage openings on the casters (P) or on the motor unit (A).
• Roll up the power cable (G) into a loop bundle.
• The hose materials are plastic. Do not store in areas with hot temperature.

Maintenance

• Any other servicing than mentioned in this manual should be performed by a professional repair center.

Replacement parts

CAUTION

• Using parts that are not compatible with the tool may cause accidents that can result in serious injury.

Specifications

• Peak Horsepwer” is a term used in the wet-dry vac industry for consumer comparison purposes. It does not denote the operational horsqx)wer 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.

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