Craftsman 113177120, 113177460, 113177440 Owner’s Manual
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MODEL NOS.
113,177120
113.177440
113.177460
(6-Gallon)
Serial
Number
Model and serial
numbers may be found
on the back of the
motor cover, You should
record both model and
serial numbers in a safe
:_lace for future use.
Caster feet with storage - not on all models
WETIDRYVAC
FORYOUR
SAFETY:
READ ALL
INSTRUCTIONS
CAREFULLY
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Sold by SEARS,ROEBUCK AND CO., Chicago, IL60684 U_S.A.
Form No. SP5465 Printed in ij S.A.
• assembly
• operating
• repair paffs
FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON
CRAFTSMAN WET/DRY VACS _'
If within one year from the date of purchase, this Craftsman Wet/Dry Vac fails
due to a defect in material or workmanship, Sears will repair it, free of U
charge.
Ifthis Craftsman Wet/Dry Mac is used for commercial or rental purposes, this
warranty coverage applies for only 90 days from date of purchase.
WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY SIMPLY CONTACTING THE
NEAREST SEARS SERVICE CENTER/DEPARTMENT THROUGHOUT THE
UNITED STATES.
This warranty applied only while this product is used in the United States.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other
rights which vary from state to state. /
SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., Dept. 698/731 A,
Sears Tower, Chicago, IL 60684 J
iMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using your Wet/Dry Vac, follow
basic safety precautions including the
following.
WARNING -Toreduce the
risk of fire, electric shock, or injury:
Read and understand this owner's manual
and all labels on the Wet/Dry Vac before
operating. Use only as described in this
manual, To avoid personal injury or
damage to Wet/Dry Vac, use only Sears
Craftsman recommended accessories.
Sparks inside the motor can ignite
flammable vapors or dust. To avoid fire or
explosion:
o Do not vacuum, or use this Wet/Dry Vac
near, flammable or combustible liquids,
gases, or explosive dusts like gasoline
or other fuels, lighter fluid, cleaners, oil-
based paints, natural gas, hydrogen,
coal dust, magnesium dust, grain dust,
or gun powder.
- Do not use Wet/Dry Vac as asprayer for
any flammable or combustible liquid.
Do not vacuum anything that is burning or
smoking, such as cigarettes, matches, or
hot ashes.
To avoid health hazards from vapors or
dusts, do not vacuum toxic materials.
Do not use or store near hazardous
materials.
To avoid electric shock, do not expose to
rain. Store indoors.
Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close
attention is necessary when used by or
near children.
Do not use this Wet/Dry Vac with a torn
filter or without the filter installed except for
vacuuming liquids as described in the
operations section of this manual.
Do not leave Wet/Dry Vac when plugged
in. Unplug from outlet when not in use and
before servicing. Turn off Wet/Dry Vac
before unplugging.
To avoid injury from accidental starting,
unplug power cord before changing or
cleaning filter.
Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To
unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
Do not use with damaged cord, plug or
other parts. If your Wet/Dry Vac is not
working as it should, has missing parts,
has been dropped, damaged, left
outdoors, or dropped into water, return it to
a Sears Service Center.
Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as
handle, close a door on cord, or pull cord
around sharp edges or corners. Do not run
Wet/Dry Vac over cord. Keep cord away
from heated surfaces.
Do not handle plug or the Wet/Dry Vac
with wet hands.
Donotputanyobjectintoventilation
openings.Donotvacuumwithany
ventilationopeningsblocked;keepfreeof
dust,lint,hairoranythingthatmayreduce
airflow.
Keephair,looseclothing,fingers,andall
partsofbodyawayfromopeningsand
movingparts.
Toavoidfalls,useextracarewhen
cleaningonstairs.
ThisWet/DryVacisdouble-insulated,
eliminatingthe needfor a separate
groundingsystem.Useonlyidentical
replacementparts.Readtheinstructions
forServicingDouble-InsulatedWet/Dry
Vacsbeforeservicing.
Extensioncordsinpoorconditionorthat
aretoosmallcanposefireandshock
hazards.Whenusinganextensioncord,
besureitisingoodcondition.Usingany
extensioncordwillcausesomelossof
power.Tokeepthelosstoa minimum,
usethe tablebelowtochoosethe
minimumwiresizeextensioncord.
SAVE THESE iNSTRUCTiONS
The operation of any utility vac can result
in foreign objects being blown into the
eyes, which can result in severe eye
damage. Always wear safety goggles
complying with ANSI Z87.1 (shown on
package) before commencing operation.
Safety Goggles are available at Sears
retail or catalog stores.
To avoid hearing damage, wear ear
protectors when using the vac for
extended hours or when, using it in a
noisy area.
ExtensionCordLength WireSize
°0-50feet No.14
•50-100feet No.12
Observethefollowingwarningsthat
appearonthemotorhousingofyour
Wet/DryVac.
DOUBLEINSULATED.
REQUIRED. WHEN
SERVICINGUSEONLY
GROUNDING NOT
IDENTICALREPLACE-
MENTPARTS.
WARNING:To avoid electric
shock-do not expose to rain-store
indoors.
WARNING: For your own safety, read
and understand owner's manual. Do
not pick up hot ashes, coals, toxic,
flammable or other hazardous
materials, Do not use around
explosive liquids or vapors.
WEAR YOUR
Introduction .........
This Wet/Dry Vac is intended for
household use.
IMPORTANT NOTE
Please Read Carefully
Static Shocks Are Common-In dry
areas or when the relative humidity of the
air is low. To reduce the frequency of static
shocks in your home the best remedy is to
add moisture to the air with a console
humidifier.
Owner's Manual Contents
Item Page
Warranty Information ................................. 2
Safety Instructions ..................................... 3
Introduction ................................................ 3
Unpacking and Checking
Carton Contents ......................................... 4
Assembly ................................................... 4
Operation ................................................. 6
Maintenance .............................................. 8
Repair Parts ............................................. 10
Unpacking and Checking Carton Contents
Remove entire contents of carton. Check
each item against the Carton Contents
List. Notify your Sears Store immediately if
any parts are damaged or missing.
Carton Contents List
Key Description Qty.
A Vac Assembly .............................. 1
B Hose Assembly ............................ 1
C Utility Nozzle ................................ 1
*D Caster Storage ........................... 4
E Caster ........................................... 4
F Owners Manual ........................... 1
G Filter Cage ................................... 1
H Filter ............................................. 1
I Float ............................................. 1
J Filter Plate.................................... 1
K Filter Nut ....................................... 1
* Some models provided with caster foot
storage
0
K
Float/Cage Assembly
WARNING: For your own safety,
never connect plug to power source
outlet until all assembly steps are
complete and your have read and
understood the safety and operation
instructions. Do not operate vac with
any ports damaged or missing.
• Remove the top section ofihe vac from
the drum and the drum itself out of the
carton. Place the top section of vac
upsidedown intothe drum or place on a
clean smooth surface.
2. Locate the float. Place the float over the
opening in the center of the lid with the
words ,'This Side Towards Lid" laying
face down over the hole.
and press the blade against one of the
filter cage tabs. Push in on the tab and lift
the filter cage up. Tilt the filter cage
slightly away from the open slot to release
the other two tabs. Pull the filter cage
away from the lid. To replace, follow
float/cage assembly instructions.
\ ,_ i / Float
D
Filter
,Cag_Tabs
WARNING:To avoid personal injury
or damage to vac be sure to keep
hands,fingers, or any other foreign
objects out of the center opening
whenassemblingthe float.
3i Line up filter cage tabs to the slots in
the center ring of the lid assembly.
4: Push on the filter cage until the tabs
snap into the slots for a secure fit.
NOTE: If the filter cage needs to be
removed, because the float is placed in
the wrong way, use a slotted screwdriver
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