Shop-Vac 2TM Series User Manual

Series:

2TM

USER MANUAL

Commercial/Industrial use WET/DRY VACUUM

Description

The Shop-Vac® Wet/Dry vacuum cleaners are for vacuuming wet and dry non-volatile materials. Equipped with powerful, permanently lubricated, Single or Two-Stage By-Pass motors. Standard ﬁltration systems to handle dry or wet pick up. Double ﬁltration is available for most Shop-Vac® Vacs and is standard on Shop-Vac® Commercial Vacuums. Automatic ﬂoat shut off prevents overﬂow during wet pick up. cULus listed.

ATTENTION!

Read all safety rules carefully before attempting to operate. Retain for future reference.

DANGER!

Never operate this unit when ﬂammable materials or vapors are present because electrical devices produce arcs or sparks that can cause a ﬁre or explosion. NEVER OPERATE UNATTENDED!

For your records, please record the following information

Catalog No.

Model No.

Purchase Date:

and store this user manual in a safe location.

(Located on the carton)

(Located on top portion of the vacuum)

87551-01

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SECTION PAGES

Important Safety Instructions .............................................................................................

Grounding Instructions ....................................................................................................

Extension Cords .................................................................................................................

Unpacking .........................................................................................................................

Assembly ...........................................................................................................................

Set Up and Operation .........................................................................................................

Filter Installation and Maintenance ..................................................................................

Empty Liquid Waste From the Tank ....................................................................................

Automatic Suction Shut Off ................................................................................................

Lubrication ........................................................................................................................

Storage ..............................................................................................................................

Service ..............................................................................................................................

Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................

Warranty and Contact Information .....................................................................................

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3-4

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TOOLS NEEDED

• Safety Glasses

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

When using an electric appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following:

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE.

WARNING – TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR INJURY:

1. Do not leave appliance when plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before servicing. Connect to a properly grounded outlet only. See Grounding Instructions.

2. Do not expose to rain – store indoors.

3. Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used by or near children.

4. Use only as described in this manual. Use only Manufacturer’s recommended attachments.

5. 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, contact Shop-Vac Corporation for assistance.

6. 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.

7. Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug; not the cord.

8. Do not handle plug or appliance with wet hands.

9. Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with any openings blocked; keep free of dust, lint, hair and anything that may reduce air ﬂow.

10. Keep hair, loose clothing, ﬁngers and all parts of body away from openings and moving parts.

11. Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches or hot ashes.

12. Do not use without dust bag and/or ﬁlters in place.

13. Turn off all controls before unplugging.

14. Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.

15. Do not use to pick up ﬂammable or combustible liquids such as gasoline or use in areas where they may be present.

16. Do not use your cleaner as a sprayer of ﬂammable liquids such as oil base paints, lacquers, household cleaners, etc.

17. Do not vacuum toxic, carcinogenic, combustible or other hazardous materials such as asbestos, arsenic, barium, beryllium, lead, pesticides or other health endangering materials. Specially designed units are available for these purposes.

18. Do not pick up wood or coal ash; soot, cement, plaster or drywall dust without cartridge filter in place. These are very fine particles that may pass through the foam and affect the performance of the motor or be exhausted back into the air.

19. Do not leave the cord lying on the ﬂoor once you have ﬁnished the cleaning job. It can become a tripping hazard.

20. Use special care when emptying heavily loaded tanks.

21. To avoid spontaneous combustion, empty tank after each use.

22. The operation of a utility vac can result in foreign objects being blown into eyes, which can result in eye damage. Always wear safety goggles when operating vacuum.

23. STAY ALERT. Watch what you are doing and use common sense. Do not use vacuum cleaner when you are tired, distracted or under the inﬂuence of drugs, alcohol or medication causing diminished control.

24. WARNING! Do NOT use this vacuum cleaner to vacuum lead paint debris because this may disperse ﬁne

lead particles into the air. This vacuum cleaner is not intended for use under EPA Regulation 40 CFR Part 745 for lead paint material cleanup.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING

WHEN IT IS PLUGGED IN AND/OR OPERATING. UNPLUG UNIT WHEN NOT IN USE.

– DO NOT LEAVE VACUUM UNATTENDED

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

This appliance must be grounded. If it should malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock. This appliance is equipped with a cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and grounding plug. The plug must be inserted into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.

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GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

(CONT’D)

WARNING – IMPROPER CONNECTION OF THE EQUIPMENT-GROUNDING

CONDUCTOR CAN RESULT IN A RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. CHECK WITH A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN OR SERVICE PERSON IF YOU ARE IN DOUBT AS TO WHETHER THE OUTLET IS PROPERLY GROUNDED. DO NOT MODIFY THE PLUG PROVIDED WITH THE APPLIANCE – IF IT WILL NOT FIT THE OUTLET, HAVE A PROPER OUTLET INSTALLED BY A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN.

This appliance is for use on a nominal 120-volt circuit, and has a grounded plug that looks like the plug illustrated in sketch A. A temporary adaptor that looks like the adaptor illustrated in sketches B and C may be used to connect this plug to a 2-pole receptacle as shown in sketch B if a properly grounded outlet is not available. The temporary adaptor should be used only until a properly grounded outlet (sketch A) can be installed by a qualiﬁed electrician. The green colored rigid ear, lug or the like extending from the adaptor must be connected to a permanent ground such as a properly grounded outlet box cover. Whenever the adaptor is used, it must be held in place by a metal screw. IN CANADA, THE USE OF A TEMPORARY ADAPTOR IS NOT PERMITTED BY THE CANADIAN ELECTRICAL CODE. Make sure that the appliance is connected to an outlet having the same conﬁguration as the plug. No adaptor should be used with this appliance.

GROUNDING METHODS

SKETCH A SKETCH B SKETCH C

EXTENSION CORDS

When using the appliance at a distance where an extension cord becomes necessary, a 3-conductor grounding cord of adequate size must be used for safety, and to prevent loss of power and overheating. Use Table A to determine A.W.G. wire size required. To determine

appliance, inspect power cord for loose or exposed wires and damaged insulation. Make any needed repairs or replacements before using your appliance. Use only three-wire outdoor extension cords which have three prong grounding-type plugs and three-pole receptacles which accept the extension cord’s plug. When vacuuming liquids, be sure the extension cord connection does not come in contact with the liquid. NOTE: STATIC SHOCKS ARE COMMON IN DRY AREAS OR WHEN THE RELATIVE HUMIDITY OF THE AIR IS LOW. THIS IS ONLY TEMPORARY AND DOES NOT AFFECT THE USE OF THE APPLIANCE. TO REDUCE THE FREQUENCY OF STATIC SHOCKS IN YOUR HOME, THE BEST REMEDY IS TO ADD MOISTURE TO THE AIR WITH A CONSOLE OR INSTALLED HUMIDIFIER.

ampere rating of your vacuum, refer to nameplate located on motor housing. Before using

TABLE A

Volts

120V

Ampere Rating

More Not More

Than Than

0 - 6 6 - 10 10 - 12 12 - 16

Total length of cord in feet

25 50 100

AWG

Not recommended

150

16 14 14

14 12 12

UNPACKING

Remove vacuum cleaner and all accessories from the carton. Important: Remove vacuum from the toolbox following the instructions and illustrations in this manual. Remove the tank cover by pushing in the side lugs with thumbs and lifting up on the tabs of the tank cover. Remove any accessories, which may have been shipped in the tank.

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ASSEMBLY

ATTACH/DETACH TOOLBOX

Attach:

1. Place toolbox on a ﬂat, sturdy surface.

2. Place handle on toolbox in the upward position.

3. Pull bottom of the two toolbox latches in an outward motion then tilt top of latches away from lid. Open lid allowing it to rest on the handle.

4. Position the back of the vacuum next to the side of the toolbox containing the slot.

5. Slide tab on back of vacuum (located near top of tank) into slot on side of toolbox. Push downward making sure slots on vacuum (located near the bottom of the tank) attach to the tabs on the toolbox.

6. Close lid on toolbox.

7. Position top of latches on edge of lid and apply pressure with thumb to bottom of each latch until it snaps tightly in place. Make sure lid is secured to bottom of toolbox and latches are clamped securely.

8. Make sure vacuum is secured to toolbox.

Detach:

9. Place toolbox on a ﬂat, sturdy surface.

10. Place handle on toolbox in the upward position.

11. Pull bottom of the two toolbox latches in an outward motion then tilt top of latches away from lid. Open lid allowing it to rest on the handle.

12. Grasp handle on top of vacuum and lift upwards until vacuum is disconnected from the toolbox.

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SET UP AND OPERATION

DANGER

– This equipment incorporates parts such as switches, motors or the

like that tend to produce arcs or sparks that can cause an explosion. Do not pick up ﬂammable, combustible, or hot materials. Do not use around explosive liquids or vapors, as electrical devices produce arcs or sparks which can cause a ﬁre or explosion - do not use at ﬁlling stations or anywhere gasoline is stored or dispensed.

1. Refer to the ﬁlter installation and maintenance section to make sure the correct ﬁlters are installed for

your cleaning operation.

2. Replace tank cover on the tank by aligning tabs with the lugs. Press down firmly on the upper housing

until tank cover snaps into place.

3. Refer to Attach/Detach Toolbox section in this manual and follow the instructions

to open the toolbox.

4. Install dividers into the slots on the toolbox tray. NOTE: Divider will only ﬁt into

slot one way. If it does not slide easily into slot, turn the divider over and insert opposite end.

5. If desired, attach the vacuum to the toolbox following the instructions and

illustrations in this manual. Vacuum does not need to be attached to the toolbox to operate.

6. Remove the hose from the toolbox lid and insert machine hose end into inlet

located on top of tank cover. Twist slightly to tighten the connection.

7. Remove one of the cleaning accessories (depending on your cleaning

requirements) from the toolbox lid and attach to accessory end of the hose. Twist slightly to tighten the connection. NOTE: Many more useful tools are available at your local dealer or the Shop-Vac

website.

8. Plug the cord into the wall outlet. Your cleaner is ready for use.

I = ON, O = OFF

ACCESSORIES, HOSES AND WANDS

All Shop-Vac

vacuums covered in this manual come with accessories to cover wet and dry cleanup jobs.

Not all vacs include all accessories shown.

Nozzles and Accessories

Dual Surface Selector Nozzle

Levers control brush position for various types of cleaning.

Carpet Tool Insert

Deluxe 12" (30.48cm) Nozzle Inserts snap-in and out. Elbow swivels.

Squeegee Insert

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(1.25" (3.18cm) utility nozzle shown)

All Friction Fit Accessories

Insert wand end or hose into accessory and twist to form a tight fit.

Master Nozzle

Inserts lock into place by sliding insert onto nozzle.

Brush Insert Shown

Hoses

All Friction Fit Hoses

Insert machine hose end into inlet and twist to form a tight fit.

Wands

All Friction Fit Wands

Insert wand ends together and twist to form a tight fit.

FILTER INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE

FILTRATION SYSTEM

There are a variety of ﬁlters available for your vacuum. The ﬁlters are grouped into three ﬁltration categories. General ﬁltration is used for large debris; such as, wood chips, nails and gravel. Medium ﬁltration is used for medium debris; such as, dirt, sand and sawdust. Fine ﬁltration is used for ﬁne debris; such as drywall dust, cold ash and cement dust. It is important to have the correct ﬁlters installed for your cleaning operation to protect your vacuum motor.

NOTE: When using the vacuum to pick up very ﬁne dust. It will be necessary to empty the tank and clean the cage ﬁlter at more frequent intervals to maintain maximum pick up power.

DRY PICK UP OPERATION NOTE: Never use the vacuum for dry pick up without a dry use ﬁlter installed. Using the vacuum without a

ﬁlter will cause damage to the motor.

WARNING – ALWAYS DISCONNECT THE PLUG FROM THE WALL OUTLET

BEFORE REMOVING THE TANK COVER.

Follow the instructions for the ﬁlter that came with your vacuum. Some ﬁlters mentioned do not come standard with all vacuums. Additional ﬁlters are available at your local dealer or the Shop-Vac

CARTRIDGE FILTER The cartridge ﬁlter can be used for dry pick up and small quantities of wet pick up. Installation is the same for both.

1. If a foam sleeve is installed on the lid cage, remove it by sliding it off the lid cage. NOTE: If the cartridge

ﬁlter has been used for wet pick up, it must be cleaned and dried before using it for dry pick up.

2. With the tank cover in an upside down position, slide the cartridge down over the lid

cage, pushing until the ﬁlter seals against the cover.

3. Place the ﬁlter retainer into the top of the cartridge ﬁlter. Hold the tank cover with one

hand, turn the handle on the ﬁlter retainer clockwise to lock the ﬁlter into place.

website.

4. To remove the ﬁlter for cleaning, hold the tank cover and turn the ﬁlter retainer

counter-clockwise to loosen and remove.

5. Slide the cartridge ﬁlter off the lid cage.

6. For standard cartridge ﬁlters and Ultra-Web

shaking or gently brushing off excess dirt. Extremely dirty ﬁlters may be cleaned with water by rinsing from the inside of the ﬁlter. Dry completely (approximately 24 hours).

7. Check the ﬁlter for tears or small holes. If none are found, reinstall the ﬁlter. To prevent

damage to your vacuum, do not use a ﬁlter with a hole or tear.

cartridge ﬁlters, clean the ﬁlter by

NOTICE – This ﬁlter is made of high quality paper designed to stop small

particles of dust. The ﬁlter can be used for wet or dry pick up. 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. The ﬁlter may become saturated when picking up large quantities of liquid causing misting to appear in the exhaust air. At this time, you should dry or change the ﬁlter to eliminate this occurrence. Please handle the ﬁlter carefully when removing it for cleaning or when installing it. Check the ﬁlter for tears or small holes. Even a small hole can cause dust to be exhausted. Do not use a ﬁlter with holes or tears. Replace it immediately.

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FILTER INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE

(CONT’D)

WARNING – KEEP FILTERS CLEAN. EFFICIENCY OF THE VACUUM IS LARGELY

DEPENDENT ON THE FILTER. A CLOGGED FILTER CAN CAUSE OVERHEATING AND POSSIBLY DAMAGE THE CLEANER. CHECK THE FILTER PERIODICALLY AND REPLACE AS REQUIRED.

WET PICK UP OPERATION

1. Your vacuum can be used for wet pick up. Remove ALL dirt and debris found in the tank. Remove all dry

use ﬁlters from the vacuum.

2. A clean cartridge ﬁlter may be used to pick up small quantities of liquid. To use the cartridge ﬁlter; follow

the instructions under dry pick up.

3. For vacuuming large quantities of liquid use a foam sleeve. If a foam sleeve did not come standard with

your unit, one may be purchased at your local dealer, the Shop-Vac customer service. To use the foam sleeve; follow the instructions in this section.

4. Misting in the exhaust air or dripping of liquid around the tank cover may occur if the ﬁlter becomes

saturated during wet pick up. If this occurs, remove the ﬁlter and allow to dry, or replace with another dry ﬁlter.

5. Turn the unit off immediately upon completing a wet pick up job or when tank is full and ready to be

emptied. When the tank is full, suction will drastically reduce. Refer to the automatic suction shut off section for more information. Raise the hose to drain any excess liquid into the tank. Follow the instructions in the emptying liquid waste section.

6. Before storing the vacuum cleaner or using for dry pick up, clean and dry the interior of the tank and the

underside of the tank cover. Clean and allow the ﬁlters to dry completely.

7. Wet pick up accessories should be washed periodically; especially after picking up wet, sticky kitchen

accidents. This can be accomplished with a warm solution of soap and water.

FOAM SLEEVE

1. With the tank cover in an upside down position, slide the foam sleeve down over the lid cage, pulling

until foam sleeve completely covers the lid cage.

2. Place the ﬁlter retainer onto the top of the foam sleeve. Hold the tank cover with one

hand, turn the handle on the ﬁlter retainer clockwise to lock the ﬁlter into place.

3. To clean the foam sleeve, hold the tank cover and turn the ﬁlter retainer counter-

clockwise to loosen and remove. Slide the foam sleeve up and off the lidcage. Shake excess debris off of the foam sleeve with a rapid up and down movement.

4. Hold foam sleeve under running water for a couple minutes, rinsing from the inside of

the ﬁlter. A water wash is not always required, depending on the condition of the ﬁlter.

5. Check the ﬁlter for tears. If any are found, replace with a new ﬁlter.

website or by contacting Shop-Vac®

EMPTYING LIQUID WASTE FROM THE TANK

NOTE: Vacuum must be detached from toolbox before tank cover can be removed. Refer to Attach/Detach

Toolbox section in this manual. To empty liquid waste from the tank, turn the vacuum off and remove the plug from the wall outlet. Remove the tank cover and deposit the liquid waste in a suitable drain. After tank is empty, return the tank cover to its original position.

AUTOMATIC SUCTION SHUT OFF

The vacuum is equipped with an automatic suction shut-off that operates when picking up liquids. As the

level of the liquid rises in the tank, an internal ﬂoat rises until it seats itself against a seal at the intake of the motor, shutting off suction. When this happens, the motor will develop a higher than normal pitch noise and the suction is drastically reduced. If this occurs, turn unit off immediately. Failure to turn unit off after ﬂoat rises and shuts off suction will result in extensive damage to the motor. To continue use, empty the liquid waste from the tank as outlined in the previous section.

NOTE: IF ACCIDENTALLY TIPPED OVER, THE VACUUM COULD LOSE SUCTION, IF THIS OCCURS, TURN UNIT

OFF AND PLACE VAC IN UPRIGHT POSITION. THIS WILL ALLOW THE FLOAT TO RETURN TO ITS NORMAL POSITION AND YOU WILL BE ABLE TO CONTINUE OPERATION.

LUBRICATION

No lubrication is necessary as the motor is equipped with lifetime lubricated bearings.

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STORAGE

Before storing your vacuum the tank should be emptied and cleaned. Attach vacuum to toolbox. The power cord can be wrapped around the cord wraps provided on the tank cover on front of vacuum. Accessories may be stored in the toolbox so they can be readily available.

liquids to sit in the tank for any extended period of time. The vacuum should be stored indoors.

Never allow

SERVICE

Do not attempt to service your Shop-Vac® wet/dry vacuum cleaner beyond that described in this manual. Refer all other servicing to a qualiﬁed service center.

TROUBLESHOOTING

PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTION

Parts/accessories 1. Packed in tank 1. Check in tank missing

Vacuum cleaner 1. No power at receptacle 1. Check for power will not start 2. Defective switch 2. Contact Shop-Vac® customer service

3. Defective motor 3. Contact Shop-Vac® customer service

Dust discharging 1. Filter not installed/not installed 1. Properly install filter from exhaust properly

2. Filter damaged 2. Replace filter

3. Filter clogged or dust is too fine 3. Use more efficient filter

4. Filter not functional 4. Clean or replace filter

Loss of suction 1. Loose hose connection 1. Tighten hose connection

2. Filter clogged 2. Clean or replace filter

3. Full tank 3. Empty tank

4. Hole in hose 4. Replace hose

Static shock 1. Dry environment 1. Add moisture to air (if practical, use a console or installed humidifier).

2. Relative humidity of air is low 2. This situation is temporary and does not affect the use of the vacuum cleaner.

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WARNING – IF ANY OF THE MOTOR HOUSING PARTS SHOULD BECOME

DETACHED OR BROKEN, EXPOSING THE MOTOR OR ANY OTHER ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS, OPERATION SHOULD BE DISCONTINUED IMMEDIATELY TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY OR FURTHER DAMAGE TO THE VACUUM. REPAIRS SHOULD BE MADE BEFORE REUSING THE VACUUM.

ONE YEAR INDUSTRIAL/COMMERCIAL WARRANTY

One year limited warranty

Shop-Vac date of purchase to correct by repair or parts replacement without charge any product defect due to faulty material or workmanship. Should this product be used for rental service, a 90 day limited warranty will apply. THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER ACCESSORIES. Shop-Vac or faulty performance caused by misuse or careless handling, or where repairs or modiﬁcations have been made or attempted by others. Proof of purchase date is required. This warranty gives you speciﬁc legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state or province to province.

Customers in the United States: for product service contact Shop-Vac (570) 326-3557 or go to www.shopvac.com/support. Visit www.shopvac.com for your vacuum’s parts list schematic.

Customers in Canada: for product service return the complete unit, (transportation prepaid), to the Authorized Shop-Vac® Service Centre nearest you. A complete list of Authorized Service Centres is included with each vacuum cleaner.

Customers in Mexico: for product service see paperwork that came with your unit.

Corporation warrants the vacuum cleaner contained in this package for one year from the

assumes no responsibility for damage

Corporation Customer Service, at

SHOP-VAC CORPORATION

2323 Reach Road, P.O. Box 3307 Williamsport, PA 17701-0307 (570) 326-3557 www.shopvac.com

SHOP-VAC CANADA

1770 Appleby Line Burlington, Ontario L7L 5P8 (905) 335-9730 www.shopvac.ca

Shop Vac-México, S.A. de C.V.

Paseo de los Adobes 1081-3 Fraccionamiento Guadalajara Technology Park Zapopan, Jalisco, México C.P. 45019

Patents Issued and Pending.

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Série :

2TM

MANUEL D’UTILISATION

À usage commercial et industriel ASPIRATEUR SEC/HUMIDE

Description

Les aspirateurs à déchets secs et humides Shop-VacMD sont prévus pour aspirer des déchets secs et humides non volatiles. Ils sont équipés d’un puissant moteur à dérivation, à un ou deux étages. Ils sont lubriﬁés en permanence et dotés de systèmes de ﬁltration livrés de série qui permettent d’aspirer des déchets secs ou humides. Un système à double ﬁltration est livrable sur la plupart des aspirateurs Shop-VacMD. Ce type de système est livré de série sur les aspirateurs à usage commercial Shop-VacMD. Lorsqu’on aspire des déchets humides, le ﬂotteur arrête automatiquement l’aspirateur de fonctionner pour éviter un débordement. Classe cULus.

ATTENTION!

Lisez attentivement tous les règlements relatifs à la sécurité avant d’essayer de faire fonctionner l’appareil. Conservez-les pour référence ultérieure.

DANGER!

Ne faites jamais fonctionner cet appareil en présence de matières ou de vapeurs inﬂammables car les dispositifs électriques produisent des arcs électriques ou des étincelles qui risquent de provoquer un incendie ou une explosion. NE LAISSEZ JAMAIS L’APPAREIL EN FONCTIONNEMENT SANS SURVEILLANCE!

Pour vos dossiers, veuillez noter les renseignements suivants et

conserver ce mode d’emploi dans un endroit sûr.

N° de catalogue

(Situé sur la boîte)

N° de modèle

(Situé sur la partie supérieure de l’aspirateur)

Date d’achat :

87551-01

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