Sears 113.17066 User Manual
SAVE THIS MANUALFOR
FUTURE REFERENCE
owner’s
manual
FOR YOUR
SAFETY
16 Gallon
Wet/Dry Vac With
Detachable Blower
MODEL NO.
113.170660
Serial
Number
Model and serial numbers may be found on
the handle.
You should record
both model and serial
numbers in a safe
place for future use.
READ ALL
INSTRUCTIONS
CAREFULLY
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
Part No. SP6570 Printed in U.S.A.
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• safety
• assembly
• operating
• repair parts
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FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY
ON CRAFTSMAN WET/DRY VACS
If this Craftsman Wet/Dry Vac fails due to a defect in material or workmanship
within one year from the date of purchase, return it to your nearest Sears
Store, and it will be replaced or repaired, at Sears option, free of charge.
If this Craftsman Wet/Dry Vac is used for commercial or rental purposes, this
warranty applies for only 90 days from the date of purchase.
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., D817 WA, Hoffman Estates, IL. 60179
Safety is a combination of common
sense, staying alert and knowing how
your vac works. Read this manual to
understand the vac.
Safety Signal Words
DANGER: means if the safety informa-
tion is not followed someone will be
seriously injured or killed.
WARNING: means if the safety information is not followed someone could be
seriously injured or killed.
CAUTION: means if the safety information is not followed someone may be
injured.
When using your Wet/Dry Vac, follow
basic safety precautions including the
following.
WARNING- To reduce 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 reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to Wet/Dry Vac,
use only Craftsman recommended accessories.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Sparks inside the motor can ignite flammable vapors or dust. To reduce the risk
of fire or explosion:
• Do not vacuum, or use this Wet/Dry
Vac, near flammable or combustible
liquids, gases, or explosive dusts,
such as 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 a
sprayer.
• Do not vacuum anything that is
burning or smoking, such as cigrettes, matches, or hot ashes.
• Do not vacuum fireplace soot or
ash. This is a very fine dust which
will not be captured by the filter and
may cause damage.
• To reduce the risk of health hazards
from vapors or dusts, do not vacuum
toxic materials.
• Do not use or store near hazardous
materials.
• Do not run Wet/Dry Vac unattended.
• To reduce the risk of electric shock, do
not expose to rain. Store indoors.
• Do not allow Wet/Dry Vac to be used
as a toy. Close attention is necessary
when used by or near children.
WARNING: The power cord on this product contains lead,
a chemical known in the State of California to cause birth
defects or other reproductive harm.
Wash hands after handling.
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WARNING: For your own safety, read
and understand owner’s manual. Do
not run vac unattended. Do not pick up
hot ashes, coals, toxic, flammable or
other hazardous materials. Do not use
around explosive liquids or vapors.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of
electric shock - do not expose to rain store indoors.
• Do not use this Wet/Dry Vac with a torn
filter or without the filter installed except
when vacuuming liquids as described in
the operation 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 reduce the risk of 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.
• 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 air flow.
• Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and
all parts of body away from openings
and moving parts.
• To reduce the risk of falls, use extra
care when cleaning on stairs.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
The operation of any utility vac or blower
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 (or in Canada
CSA Z94.3) before starting operation.
Everyday eyeglasses have only impact
resistant lenses. They are not safety
glasses. Safety Goggles are available at
Sears retail stores. Glasses or goggles
not in compliance with ANSI or CSA
could seriously hurt you when they break.
To reduce the risk of hearing damage,
wear ear protectors when using the vac
for extended hours or when using it in a
noisy area.
For dusty operations, wear dust mask.
Use only extension cords that are rated
for outdoor use. Extension cords in poor
condition or that are too small in wire size
can pose fire and shock hazards. When
using an extension cord, be sure it is in
good condition. Using any extension cord
will cause some loss of power. To keep
the loss to a minimum, use the following
table to choose the minimum wire size
extension cord.
Extension Cord Length Gauge A.W.G.
0-50 Ft. 14
50-100 Ft. 12
DOUBLE INSULATED —
GROUND NOT REQUIRED.
WHEN SERVICING USE ONLY
IDENTICAL REPLACEMENT PARTS.
This Wet/Dry Vac 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
Vacs before servicing.
When using as detached blower:
• Turn unit off before setting on ground
or releasing grasp from handle.
• Do not use on wet surfaces, electric
shock could occur.
• Direct air discharge only at work area.
• Do not direct air at bystanders.
• Keep children away when blowing.
• Do not use blower for any job except
blowing dirt and debris.
Observe the following warnings that
appear on the motor housing of your
Wet/Dry Vac.
FORESIGHT IS
BETTER THAN
NO SIGHT
WEAR YOUR
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Owner's Manual Contents
Item Page
Warranty Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Unpacking and Checking
Carton Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Repair Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
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Introduction
This Wet/Dry Vac is intended for household use only.
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 humidifier.
Unpacking and Checking Carton Contents
Remove entire contents of carton. Check
each item against the Carton Contents
List. Some units may include accessories
not shown. Notify your Sears Store
immediately if any parts are damaged or
missing.
Carton Contents List
Key Description Qty.
A 16 Gallon Wet/Dry Vac . . . . . . . . .1
B Hose . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
C Diffuser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
D* Filter Nut . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
E* Filter Plate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
F* Filter (Red Stripe) . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
G* Filter Cage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
H* Float . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
J Male-to-Male Adapter . . . . . . . . . .1
K Blower Nozzle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
L Utility Nozzle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
M Wet Nozzle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
N Car Nozzle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
O Crevice Tool . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
P Extension Wands . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Q Single Wheel Caster . . . . . . . . . . .4
R Accessory Caddy . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
S Caster Feet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
T Owner ’s Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
*These items may come preassembled. If they
are not present in the carton, check under the
lid to see if they are preassembled.
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Accessory Caddy/Caster Foot/Caster Assembly
1. Remove the power head and lid
assembly from the dust drum and set
aside.
2. Turn the dust drum upside down on
the floor.
3. Insert the 2 caster feet into the bottom
of the drum, as shown, on the 2 locations near the drain cap. Push on the
caster foot until the foot is flush with
bottom of the dust drum.
Caster
Foot
Caster
Caster
Caster Stem
Caster Ball
Caster
Foot
Pin
Hole
Dust
Drum
Dust
Drum
Drain
Cap
Caster
Caster Stem
Caster
Ball
Accessory
Caddy
Dust
Drum
4. Insert the accessory caddy into the
bottom of drum, as shown, on the
opposite side of the drain cap. Push
on the accessory caddy until it is flush
with bottom of the dust drum.
5. Insert the caster stem into the socket
of the accessory caddy and caster
feet, as shown (4 places). Push on the
caster until the ball on the caster stem
is inserted all the way into the socket.
You will hear the ball snap into the
socket and the caster will swivel easily
when positioning is correct.
6. Turn the drum upright.
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Float/Cage Assembly
1. Remove the detachable blower from
the power head assembly by pressing
down on the power head latch
beneath the carry handle of the
detachable blower. Set the detachable
blower off to the side. Place lid upside
down on the drum.
2. Locate the float and filter cage.
3. 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. (See illustration.)
4. Line up filter cage tabs, as shown,
with the slots in the center ring of the
lid assembly. Push on the filter cage
until the tabs snap into slots for a
secure fit.
NOTE: If filter cage needs to be
removed, or replaced, because the float
is placed in the wrong way, use a flat
blade screwdriver and insert the blade
near one of the tabs between the filter
cage and the center ring of the lid. Pry
the tab out of the slot. Tilt the cage and
lift away from the lid. To replace, follow
Float/Cage Assembly instructions.
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.
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 .
Power Head
Assembly
Carry Handle
Power Head
Latch
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Filter Cage
Tabs (3)
Float
Solid End
THIS SIDE
TOWARD LID
Filter Cage
Tabs (3)
Slots (3)
Power
Assembly
Slots (3)
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Filter Assembly
1. Carefully slide the filter over the filter
cage, sliding it over the center ring
covering the 3 slots until the filter
stops against the lid.
2. Place the hole in the filter plate over
threaded stud of the filter cage.
3. Gently push on the filter plate to seat
the rubber ring of the filter inside the
circular channel of the filter plate.
4. Place filter nut onto threaded stud and
tighten it down. Finger tighten only.
NOTE: Lever of filter nut should be away
from plate as shown.
IMPORTANT: Do not overtighten as this
may deform or crack the filter plate, filter
cage, or filter.
NOTE: Your filter has a red stripe that
matches an in-store displayer. When you
visit your local Sears store, just remember the color of your stripe for the correct
size filter.
Filter Nut
Filter Plate
Filter
Red Stripe
Threaded
Screw
Filter Cage
Slots (3)
Filter Nut
Lever
Vac Assembly
1. Locate the lid assembly and the
drum/caddy assemblies (assembled
earlier).
2. Position the lid assembly with the inlet
of the unit located in line with the drain
cap and the vac label on the vac.
Allow the assembly to rest on the vac
drum.
3. Rotate both latches down until you
hear the latches snap over the lip of
the drum.
Vac Label
Inlet
Drain
Snap
Latch
Down
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Positioning Detachable Blower
(Power Head Assembly)
1. Locate the detachable blower of your
Craftsman Wet/Dry Vac.
2. On top of the blower (opposite the
handle side of the blower); there is
molded plastic lead that is used to
assist assembling the unit. Position
the lead into the indented area above
the label.
3. Rotate the detachable blower down
until the travel of the unit stops.
4. Lightly press down on the carry handle
of the detachable blower until the
power head latch engages the blower.
The detachable blower is now latched
to the lid assembly.
Insert Hose
Insert the hose locking end of the "Pos-ILock" hose into the inlet of the vac. The
hose should snap into place. To remove
the hose from the vac, press the release
button in the hose assembly and pull the
hose out of the vac inlet, as shown.
Your new Wet/Dry Vac is ready for use.
PORTABLE BLOWER
Molded
Plastic
Lead
Indented
Area
Power
Head
Latch
Detachable
Blower
Release
Button
PORTABLE BLOWER
CORD WRAP
PRESS &
PULL
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Operation
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire or explosion, do not operate this vac in areas with flammable gases, vapors or explosive dust in the air. Flammable gases or vapors
include but are not limited to; lighter fluid, 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. Do not vacuum explosive dust, flammable
or combustible liquids or hot ashes. Do not use this vac as a sprayer. To reduce
the risk of health hazards from vapors or dusts, do not vacuum toxic materials.
CAUTION: To reduce risk of hearing
damage, wear ear protectors when
using the vac for extended hours or
when using it in a noisy area. 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 (or in
Canada, CSA Z94.3) before starting
operation. Safety Goggles are available at many local retail stores.
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.
After you plug the power cord into the
outlet, turn the unit on by pushing the
switch from position "O" to position "l".
The symbols used on the switch actuator
are international "On & Off" symbols. "O"
is the symbol for "OFF" and "l" is the
symbol for "ON".
=
OFF
=
ON
NOTE: When using the unit in the vacu-
uming mode, always insert the air diffuser
in the exhaust port on the detachable
blower. This breaks up the direct flow of
air and diffuses it.
Vacuuming Dry Materials
1. The filter must always be in correct
position to reduce the risk of leaks and
possible damage to the vac.
2. When using your vac to pick up very
fine dust, it will be necessary for you
to empty the vac canister and clean
the filter at more frequent intervals to
maintain peak vac performance.
NOTE: A dry filter is necessary to pick up
dry material. If you use your vac to pick
up dust when the filter is wet, the filter will
clog quickly and be very difficult to clean.
3. If your filter is wet but you need to use
the vac to pick up dry material, you
can quickly dry the filter by running the
vac without hose attached for about
10 minutes. The clean air rushing
through the vac will help dry the filter.
The optional HEPARated Media Filter,
stock number 9-17912 will do a better job
stopping very fine particles than the
9-17816 filter. This filter material is
99.97% efficient down to .3 microns.
Vacuuming Liquids
1. When picking up small amounts of liquid the filter may be left in place.
2. When picking up large amounts of liquid we recommend that the filter be
removed. If the filter is not removed, it
will become saturated and misting
may appear in the exhaust.
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1. To remove the lid to empty contents of
the dust drum, simply lift the two drum
latches at the front and rear of the
dust drum. Lift the lid assembly up and
off the dust drum and set to the side.
NOTE: Do not pick up the lid assembly
by lifting on the handle to the detachable
blower. Lift the lid assembly by the latches. This will ensure that the detachable
blower and the lid will not separate during
removal of the lid assembly.
2. Lay vac motor assembly upside down
on a clean area while emptying vac
canister.
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Operation (continued)
WARNING: To reduce the risk of
injury from accidental starting, unplug
power cord before emptying the drum.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of
back injury or falls, do not lift a vac
heavy with liquid or debris. Scoop or
drain enough contents out to make the
vac light enough to lift comfortably.
Emptying the Dust Drum
3. After using the vac to pick up liquids,
the filter must be dried to reduce the
risk of possible mildew and damage to
the filter.
4. When the liquid in the drum reaches a
predetermined level, the float mechanism will rise automatically to cut off
airflow. When this happens, turn off
the vac, unplug the power cord, and
empty the drum. You will know that the
float has risen because vac airflow
ceases and the motor noise will
become higher in pitch, due to
increased motor speed.
IMPORTANT: To reduce the risk of damage to the vac do not run motor with float
in raised position.
3. Dump the vac canister contents into
the proper waste disposal container.
To Store Your Accessories
Your Craftsman Wet/Dry Vac caddy is
designed to provide better stability and
accessory storage. There are six storage
locations at the rear of the vac caddy, two
storage locations on caster feet and two
storage locations on the vac lid.
Conveniently store accessory nozzles
and extension wands on the rear of the
caddy and use the front storage for hose
storage and/or male-to-male and air diffuser storage.
Craftsman recommended accessories are
available at Sears retail stores.
PORTABLE BLOWER
CORD WRAP
HOSE
HOSE
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Dust
Drum
Latch
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Dust
Drum
Latch
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Operation (continued)
Cord Wrap
When vacuuming is complete, unplug the
cord and wrap it around the cord wrap
ears on top of vac.
Moving the Vac
Should it become necessary to pick the
vac up to move it, the handle on the sides
of the dust drum are used to lift. To maneuver the vac, the push/pull handle in the
rear of the unit should be used.
PORTABLE BLOWER
CORD WRAP
Cord Wrap Area
PORTABLE BLOWER
CORD WRAP
Handle
Handle
Blowing Feature
Your wet/dry vac has a “detachable blower”. It has the capability to be used as a
dedicated blower for yard work, patio
cleanup and workshop applications to
blow sawdust and other debris.
1. Familiarize yourself with the detachable blower portion of your wet/dry
vac.
2. Remove the detachable blower of your
vac by pressing down on the latch
under the handle of the detachable
blower. This latch holds the detachable blower to the lid assembly.
3. Lift the detachable blower up by raising the handle upward and pulling the
unit away from the nested position of
the hinges.
Assemble the Detachable
Blower for “Blowing”
This may be assembled two ways.
1. Insert the small end of one of the
extension wands into the blowing port
of the detachable blower. Insert the
male-to-male adapter into the extension wand and install the blower nozzle onto the male-to-male adapter.
— OR —
2. Insert the male-to-male adapter into the
blowing port of the detachable blower.
Connect the large end of the extension
wand to the male-to-male adapter.
Connect the blower nozzle to the
extension wand.
3. Turn the blower “ON” by toggling the
switch in the handle of the blower to the
“ON” position.
WARNING: Always wear safety
goggles complying with ANSI Z87.1
(or in Canada CSA Z94.3) before using
as a blower.
WARNING: Wear a dust mask if
blowing creates dust which might be
inhaled.
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of hear-
ing damage, wear ear protectors when
using the vac/blower for extended
hours or when using it in a noisy area.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of
injury to bystanders, keep them clear
of blowing debris.
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