Craftsman 113178490 Owner’s Manual
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MODEL NO.
113.178490
16 GALLON
DOUBLE INSULATED
WET/DRY VAC
Serial
Number
Modelandserialnumbermaybefound
onthe motorcover.
You should record both model and
serial number inasafe place for future
use.
FOR YOUR
SAFETY:
READ ALL
INSTRUCTIONS
CAREFULLY
SEAIRS/ r.RI1FT$MI1N
16 GALLON
PROFESSIONAL
WET/DRY VAC
• assembly
• operating
• repair parts
Sold by SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., Chicago, IL. 60684 U.S.A.
Pad No. $P5384 Printed in U,S.A.
FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN WET/DRY VACS
Ifwithin one year from the date of purchase, this Craftsman Wet/Dry Vac fails due to a defect In ma-
terial or workmanship, Sears will repair it, free of charge.
WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY SIMPLY CONTACTING THE NEAREST SEARS SERVICE
CENTER/DEPARTMENT THROUGHOUT THE UNITED STATES.
This warranty applies 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. 698/731A, Sears Tower, Chicago, IL 60684
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
When using your Wet/Dry Vac, follow basic safety pre-
cautions including the following.
WARNING -Toreduce the risk of fire,
electric shock, or Injury:
Read and understandthis 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 rec-
ommended accessories.
Sparks inside the motor can ignite flammable vapors or
dust. To avoid fire or explosion:
• Do not vacuum,or use this Wet/Dry Vac near, flam-
mable or combustible liquids, gases, or explosive
dusts like gasoline or other fuels, lighter fluid, clean-
ers, oil-based paints, natural gas, hydrogen, coal
dust, magnesium dust, grain dust, or gun powder.
• Do not use Wet/Dry Vac as a sprayer for any flam-
mable or combustible liquid.
Do not vacuum anything that isburning or smoking, such
as cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes.
To avoid health hazards from vapors or dusts, do nol
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 de-
scribed in the operations section of this manual.
Do not leave Wet/Dry Vac when plugged in. Unplugfrom
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, nol the cord.
Do not use with damaged cord, plug or other pads. If
your Wet/ Dry Vac is not working as it should, has
missing pads, has been dropped, damaged, left out-
doors, or dropped into water, retum itto 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.
Do not put any object into ventilation openings. Do not
vacuum with any ventilation openings blocked; keep
free of dust, lint, hair or anything that may reduce airflow.
Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body
away from openings, and moving pads.
To avoid falls, use extra care when cleaning on stairs.
This Wet/Dry Vac is double-insulated, eliminating the
need for a separate grounding system. Use only
identical replacement pads. Read the instructions for
Servicing Double-Insulated Wet/Dry Vacs before
servicing.
Extension cords in poor condition or that are too small
can pose fire and shock hazards. When using an
extension cord, be sure itis in good condition. Using any
extension cord will cause some loss of power. To keep
the loss to a minimum, use the table below to choose the
minimum wire size extension cord.
Extension Cord Length Wire Size
• 0-50 feet No. 14
• 50-100 feet No. 12
Observe the lollowing warnings that appear on the
motor housing of your Wet/Dry Vac.
DOUBLE INSULATED. GROUNDING NOT RE-
[] QUIRED. WHEN SERVICING USE ONLY IDEN-
TICAL REPLACEMENT PARTS.
WARNING: To avoid electric shock, do not expose
to rain - store Indoors.
WARNING: For your own safety, read and under-
stand owner's manual. Do not pick up toxic or
flammable materials, hot ashes or coal. Do not use
around expolosive liquids or vapors.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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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.
INTRODUCTION
WEAR YOUR
This Wet/Dry Vac is intended for either commercial or
household use.
TWO VERY IMPORTANT NOTES -
Please Read Carefully
1, Exhaust Air - This wet/dry vac is designed to ex-
haust some airfrom two (2) areas around the handles.
Air exhausted from these areas is normal.
2. 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 isto add moisture tothe air with a console or
installed humidifier.
Item Page
Warranty Information.................................................. 2
Safety Instructions...................................................... 2
OWNERS MANUAL CONTENTS
Introduction ................................................................ 3
Unpacking and Checking Canon Contents ................ 3
Assembly .................................................................... 4
Operation ................................................................... 7
Maintenance ............................................................... 8
Repair Parts ............................................................. 10
UNPACKING AND CHECKING CARTON CONTENTS
Remove entire contents of canon. Check each item
against the Canon 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 Foot with Accessory Storage ............... 4
E Caster .............................................................. 4
F Filter Cage ....................................................... 1
G Filter Plate ....................................................... 1
H Filter ................................................................ 1
I Float ................................................................ 1
J Filter Nut .......................................................... 1
K Owner's Manual .............................................. 1
ASSEMBLY
float/cage assembly
WARNING: For your own safety, never connect plug
to power source outlet until all assembly steps are
complete and you have read and understood the
safety and operation Instructions. Do not operate
vac with any parts damaged or missing.
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1. Remove the top section of the vac from the drum and
the drum itself out of the carton. Place the top section
of vac upside down into the drum or place on a clean
smooth surface.
2. Locate the float. Place the float over the opening in
the center ofthe lid with the words "This Side Towards
Lid" laying lace down over the hole.
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 when
assembling the float.
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FILTER
:AGE
FLOAT
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SOLID END
SLOTS
LID
COLLECTOR-
3. 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.
TABS,
SLOTS(3)
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