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16L 1300W Wet/Dry Vacuum cLeaner
INSTRUCTIONS AND SAFETY MANUAL
87545-86
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Congratulations on your purchase of a TITAN wet/dry vac from Titan Power
Tools (UK) Ltd. We want you to continue getting the best performance from
it so this handbook includes information on safety, handling and care. Please
retain this handbook in case you need to refer to any of the information in the
future.
Your TITAN wet/dry vac comes with a 24-month guarantee, so should it develop
a fault within this period contact your retailer.
WARRANTY
This product is guaranteed for 2 years from the date of purchase.
The warranty covers device breakdown and malfunctions when the device is used in compliance with the manner intended and the instructions for use contained in the manual.
To be covered by the warranty, proof of purchase is required (till receipt or invoice) and the
product must be complete.
The warranty does not cover wear and tear through normal use, lack of maintenance, negligence, immersion or inappropriate use (impact damage, non-respect for electrical supply
recommendations, storage, usage conditions, etc).
Also excluded from the warranty are harmful consequences due to dismantling or modifying
the device.
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Safety instructions
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR MACHINE
Read this manual carefully, taking note of all the recommended safety precautions (WARNINGS)
before, during, and after use. Keep your machine in good working condition. Familiarize yourself
with the machine’s controls before turning it on. And, above all, make sure you know how to turn it
off in case of an emergency. Keep this manual and any other documentation that came with your
machine in a safe place for future reference.
UNPACKING THE VACUUM CLEANER
When you open the packaging, make sure that the vacuum cleaner is not damaged. Remove
the vacuum cleaner from its packaging. Verify that the standard accessories are included. Do not
discard the protective packaging. Make sure that the guarantee and users manual are included.
TO BEGIN USING YOUR MACHINE SAFELY:
1. Keep your work area clean: Cluttered work areas and workbenches are a source of injury.
2. The vacuum cleaner should be properly assembled before use.
3. Use only extension cords approved for outdoor use (when the vacuum is used outside) and
make sure that they are always in good condition.
4. Protect the electric cables and, in particular, make sure that they are not crushed, pulled, or
damaged by edges, sharp pieces, or moving parts; or damaged by corrosive liquids.
5. WARNING! Do not force the tool to work too hard. It will work better and be safer at the speed
it was designed for.
6. WARNING! Do not use a damaged extension cord. Do not make any permanent or temporary
repairs to the cable itself.
7. WARNING! Do not use a vacuum cleaner that has a damaged electric cord. Have a new cable
installed by an authorised service center.
8. Do not attach anything else to the socket, electric cords, or extension cord.
9. Use the correct tools: Do not force small tools to do the work normally done with large tools.
Do not use tools for work they are not intended to perform.
10. Before plugging your vacuum cleaner into the electrical outlet, make sure that the voltage and
the outlet requirements match what is indicated on the label next to the cord.
11. Dress appropriately: Do not wear loose tting clothing or jewelry. They could become caught
in the moving parts. Rubber gloves and antiskid shoes are recommended for outdoor work.
Wear a protective cap to keep long hair protected.
12. Do not pull the device by the cord.
13. Your machine should always be turned off before unplugging it from the outlet or the extension
cord.
14. Before leaving the device unsupervised (even for a brief time) turn it off and unplug it from the
electrical outlet. This should also be done if there is a loss of power.
15. Do not underestimate its power. Always maintain a balanced and stable stance.
16. Keep children and pets away from the machine.When the machine is operating, everyone
should stay at a safe distance.
17. The device should not be used by children or by persons who are not familiar with the device
or who have not read this instruction manual.
18. The user of the device is responsible for the safety of others while using it.
19. The vacuum should only be used for its intended purposes.
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20. Before performing any maintenance, adjustment or cleaning procedures on the vacuum
cleaner, turn it off, unplug it from the electrical outlet, and wait for the motor to stop.
21. Be very careful when checking, cleaning, or performing maintenance on the device and wear
thick work gloves to protect your hands.
22. Neither the security devices nor the electric cords should be modied or removed from the
machine.
23. When using the machine, it should be kept steady and on a stable surface or supported by the
body.
24. Only work in full daylight or with appropriate articial light.
25. We recommend using some type of hearing protection for your ears.
26. If the machine vibrates abnormally, stop the motor and look for the cause immediately. Vibrations usually mean a problem.
27. The vacuum cleaner should be properly checked before each use. Do not use a machine that
is not in perfect condition. If you notice a problem that could constitute a danger to the user,
have the machine repaired before using it.
28. For safety reasons, replace worn or damaged parts. Use only manufacturer approved replace-
ment parts. Parts from sources other than the manufacturer may not t properly or may be
dangerous or cause injuries. The power cord can only be replaced by specialized customer
service centers.
29. Only use the vacuum cleaner in areas that are dry and protected from bad weather. Do not
use it outside when it is raining.
30. Store the vacuum in a dry place, out of the reach of children.
31. Do not leave the power cord lying around once clean up is done; someone could trip.
32. Take care when emptying extremely heavy tanks.
33. To avoid spontaneous combustion, empty the tank after every use.
34. Do not use this machine to vacuum up ammable or combustible liquids, such as gasoline,
photocopier powder, or volatile substances; and do not use the machine in areas where these
liquids are present. Do not vacuum up acids.
35. Do not vacuum up any materials that are toxic, cancer causing, combustible, or any other
dangerous materials, such as asbestos, asbestos dust, arsenic, barium, beryllium, lead, pesticides, or any other substances hazardous to your health.
36. Extreme caution should be used when vacuuming up wood or charcoal ashes, soot, cement,
plaster, or plasterboard dust. These particles are extremely ne and can pass through the
lters affecting the motor’s performance or be blown into the air. If necessary, you may need a
more efcient lter.
37. Do not vacuum up anything that is burning or smoldering, such as cigarettes, cigarette butts,
matches, or hot ashes.
38. Never vacuum up salt water; it may destroy the motor.
CAUTION !
In order to avoid electric shock, do not expose the device to rain. Store it inside.
Read the owner’s manual and the safety instructions before using the device in order to avoid
injury or damage to property: Do not vacuum up any materials that are ammable, combustible,
or hot. Do not use this device near explosive liquids or fumes because electric devices generate
arcs or sparks that may cause a re or explosion. Do not use this device in a petrol station or in
an area where petrol is stored or distributed. In order to avoid health risks from fumes or dust, do
not vacuum up toxic material, carcinogens, or other dangerous materials such as asbestos, lead,
pesticides, or other materials hazardous to your health.
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This device is not for the use by persons (including children) whose physical, sensorial, or mental
capacities are reduced, or persons lacking experience or knowledge, unless they have been
supervised by a person responsible for their safety, been monitored, or had previous instruction on
the device’s use. Children should be monitored to ensure they do not play with the device.
If the power cord must be replaced, this repair should be done by the manufacturer, a manufacturer’s representative, or an authorised service center in order to avoid all danger to your safety.
SYMBOLS
WARNING – To reduce the risk of injury, user must read instruction manual.
Double insulated for additional protection.
Conforms to relevant safety standards.
Degree of protection provided by enclosure.
RyyWxx: Manufacturing code. “R” - RoHS compliance, “yy” - Year of production, “W” - Week
of production “xx”.
ENVIRONMENT
This product is marked with the recycling symbol for electrical and electronic equipment waste. This means that this product should not be disposed of with household
waste, but it should be taken care of by a selective collection system in accordance with
European directive 2002/96/CE. It will then be recycled or dismantled in order to reduce
the impact on the environment; electrical and electronic equipment are potentially
dangerous to the environment and the health of human beings due to the presence of
dangerous substances. For further information, you can contact your local or regional
government.
IPX4
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Technical data
Power .............................................................................................................. .1100W(1300W Max.)
Supply Voltage ................................................................................................................230V~50Hz
Protection .................................................................................................................................. IPX4
Tank capacity ....................................................................................................................... 16 Litres
Tank construction material .......................................................................................... Polypropylene
Vacuum Pressure (kPa) ..............................................................................................................14.7
Weight (kg) ................................................................................................................................. 5.45
This tool is double insulated. There are two independent barriers of insulation to protect you from
the possibility of electric shock.
ACCESSORIES
The vacuum cleaner is supplied with the following accessories:
1 Hose
2 Plastic extension tubes
1 Crevice tool
1 Master nozzle
1 Foam sleeve (tted on tool)
1 Dust collection bag (for dry cleaning only)
DESCRIPTION
1. On/Off switch
2. Carrying handle
3. Vacuum port
4. Castor foot
5. Castor
6. Tank locking clamp
7. Power cord storage
8. Vacuum cleaner tank
9. Motor Assembly
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Getting started
WARNING: Always ensure that the plug is disconnected from power source, the tool is switched
off before making any adjustments or maintenance procedures. Install the appropriate lter before
placing the motor assembly back on the tank. For more information on installing your foam sleeve,
refer to Operation. Remove the vacuum cleaner and all of the accessories from the packaging.
Open the locking clamps with your thumbs and remove the motor assembly from the tank. Then,
remove the accessories from the tank. With the electric cord disconnected from the outlet, and
the motor assembly removed from the tank, place the tank upside down so that the base is facing
upwards. Assemble the feet and the castors according to the following instructions for your model.
CASTOR SYSTEM ASSEMBLY
Remove all of the straps holding the castor feet together.
1. Facing the tank’s vacuum port, take castor feet marked A.
2. Insert the castor foot stem into the sockets also marked A, located on the front left and rear
right of the tank.
3. Make sure that the castor feet are fully inserted into the tank base and attach using the screws
supplied.
4. Take the castor feet marked B.
5. Insert the castor foot stem into the sockets also marked B, located on the front right and rear
left of the tank.
6. Make sure that the castor feet are fully inserted into the tank base and tighten using the screws
supplied. Turn the tank right side up and replace motor assembly.
Attach the hose to the vacuum port located on the tank.
The extension tubes slide one inside the other. Twist the extension tubes to lock them in place.
Attach the extension tubes to the accessory end of the hose.
Install the cleaning accessories (as needed) onto the end of the extension tubes.
Insert the power cord plug into a wall socket. You are now ready to use your vacuum cleaner.
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Operation
WARNING : If the vacuum cleaner accidentally tips over, the shut-off oat mechanism may cover
the joint and stop the suction. If this happens, simply stand the vacuum upright and turn it off until
the oat returns to its normal position.
VACUUMING DRY MATERIALS
In order to ensure proper ltering when vacuuming dust and dry materials, a foam sleeve and a
dust collection bag should be installed. If the vacuum was used to vacuum up liquids, the foam
sleeve must be cleaned and dried before using it to vacuum up dust.
NOTE: NEVER USE A VACUUM WITHOUT THE FILTER!
INSTALLATION AND CLEANING
Foam Sleeve
WARNING : Always ensure that the plug is disconnected from power source, the tool is switched
off before making any adjustments or maintenance procedures. Once the motor assembly is upside down, slide the foam sleeve down over the cage. Keep sliding it down until it completely
covers the cage.
The foam sleeve should be cleaned regularly as described in the following steps:
1. Unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet before removing the motor assembly. Turn the
motor assembly over. Slide the foam sleeve toward the top of the cage to remove.
2. Shake the foam sleeve up and down quickly.
3. Submerge the foam sleeve in water for one or two minutes, then rinse it from the inside out.
Systematic cleaning with water is not necessary, it depends on the condition of the foam
sleeve.
4. Gently wring out the water, wipe it with a clean cloth, and let it dry. The foam sleeve is now
ready to be reinstalled over the cage.
DUST COLLECTION BAG
Fine dust, such as dust from cement, soot and plaster are too ne to be used with only the foam
sleeve and risk getting into the motor and damaging it, thereby, nullifying the vacuum cleaner’s
guarantee. Therefore always use a dust collection bag when cleaning these types of materials.
1. Unplug the vacuum from the electrical outlet and remove the motor assembly from the tank.
2. Hold the cardboard collar tightly and slide the rubber protective element as far as possible onto
the intake port.
3. When everything is in place, unfold the bag out and position it around the inside walls of the
tank.
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VACUUMING UP WATER AND LIQUIDS
Remove all dirt and debris from the tank. A foam sleeve must be used to vacuum up wet debris.
• Unplug the power cord from the wall outlet before removing the motor assembly from the tank.
Turn the motor over.
• Remove the dust collection bag and install the foam sleeve as described previously in Opera-
tion Section.
START VACUUMING
The vacuum cleaner is equipped with an automatic shut-off system that works when you vacuum
up liquids. When the liquid reaches a certain level in the tank, an internal oat closes against a
joint which cuts off the motor intake and suction.
1. Turn off the vacuum cleaner.
2. Unplug the vacuum cleaner from the power source.
3. Raise the hose so that it drains into the tank.
4. Remove the motor assembly from the tank.
5. Be careful when emptying heavy tanks. Drain the tank into an appropriate drain. Place the mo-
tor assembly back on the tank. Engage the locking clamps.
BLOWER FEATURE
This vacuum can be used as a powerful blower. To use your unit as a blower insert hose end into
blower port on rear of unit. Clear hose of any obstructions before attaching to blower port. Caution
should be used when using as a blower due to the powerful force of air when using certain attachments.
WARNING : ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION TO PREVENT DEBRIS FROM BEING BLOWN
OR RICOCHETING INTO THE EYES OR FACE WHICH CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY.
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Maintenance and Repair
The vacuum cleaner does not require lubrication or supplementary maintenance. Before storing
the vacuum cleaner, always empty and clean the tank. Never leave any liquids standing in the
tank for an extended period of time. Clean the foam sleeve in order to avoid clogging from debris.
Never use water or chemical cleaning products with detergent to clean the vacuum cleaner. Use a
dry cloth. If the supply cord needs replacing, the task must be carried out by the manufacturer, the
manufacturer’s agent, or an authorised service centre in order to avoid a safety hazard.
Troubleshooting
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTIONS
Missing Parts/Accessories 1. They are wrapped up in 1. Check the tank
the tank.
The vacuum cleaner does 1. No power at the outlet. 1. Check the power.
not start 2. Not plugged in correctly. 2. Unplug/insert the plug
into the outlet again.
3. The power cord is cut. 3. Have it replaced by an
Authorised Customer
Service Center.
4. On/Off switch defective 4. Have it repaired by an
Authorised Customer
Service Center.
5. Defective Motor. 5. Have it repaired by an
Authorised Customer
Service Center.
Dust coming out of the 1. The lter is not installed 1. Install the lter correctly.
exhaust port or not installed correctly.
2. The lter is damaged. 2. Replace the lter.
3. The lter is clogged or 3. Use a more efcient lter.
the dust is too ne.
4. The lter doesn’t work. 4. Clean or replace the lter.
Loss of suction 1. The exible hose tting 1. Tighten the tting.
is loose.
2. Filter clogged. 2. Clean or replace the lter.
3. Tank or bag full. 3. Empty or replace them.
4. Hole in the hose. 4. Replace the hose.
5. Hose or accessory 5. Check and unclog as
clogged. necessary.
Static Shock 1. Dry environment. 1. Increase humidity. (Where
possible, use a portable or
stationary humidier.)
2. Air’s relative humidity 2. This is temporary and does
too low. not affect the use of
the vacuum cleaner.
Mist in exhaust air 1. The lter is saturated. 1. Clean or replace the lter.
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Declaration of Conformity
We, Importer
Titan Power Tools (UK) Ltd
BA22 8RT
Declare that the product
16L 1300W WET/DRY VACUUM CLEANER
TTB350VAC
Complies with the essential health and safety requirements of the following directive:
EC Low Voltage Directive
2006/95/EC
EC Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive
2004/108/EC
2002/95/EC Restrictions of the Use of Certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment
Standards and technical specications referred to:
EN 60335-2-2
EN 60335-1
EN 62233
EN 55014-1
EN 55014-2
EN 61000-3-2
EN 61000-3-3
Authorised Signatory and technical le holder
Date: 02/11/2011
Signature:
Name: Peter Harries
Titan Power Tools (UK) Ltd. Trade House, Mead Avenue, BA22 8RT
Quality Manager
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