Westinghouse VC2511210 Instruction Manual
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
VC2511210
WET / DRY VACUUM WITH DETACHABLE BLOWER
Note : Read and understand this manual before use.
Keep this manual for future reference.
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US
120 V
60 Hz
10A
5HP
12
Gal
Thank you for purchasing this Westinghouse wet/dry vacuum cleaner.
Feel confident that with Westinghouse you are obtaining a high quality product
engineered for optimal performance. This vacuum is capable of picking up liquids
and dry materials.
FOR YOUR SAFETY: CAREFULLY READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS.
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WARRANTY
This product carries a limited two (2) year warranty against defects in workmanship and
materials from date of purchase under normal household use. If product is to be used for
commercial, industrial, or rental use, a 90 day limited warranty will apply. Warranty does
not apply to defects due to direct or indirect abuse, negligence, misuse, accidents,
repairs, alterations, or lack of maintenance. Please keep your receipt as proof of purchase.
Warranty ........................................................................................................................................
Safety Instructions and Warnings ..................................................................................................
Double Insulation Instructions .......................................................................................................
Extension Cords..............................................................................................................................
Unpacking and Checking Carton Contents....................................................................................
General Assembly Instructions ......................................................................................................
Dry Vacuum Operation ..................................................................................................................
Liquid Vacuum Operation ..............................................................................................................
Blowing Operation .........................................................................................................................
Care And Maintenance ..................................................................................................................
Installing & Cleaning Cartridge Filter ..............................................................................................
Installing & Cleaning Foam Sleeve Filter .......................................................................................
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SECTION
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Troubleshooting .............................................................................................................................
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS & WARNINGS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS VACUUM.
Read and understand this operator's manual and all labels on the Wet/Dry Vacuum
cleaner before operating. Safety is a combination of common sense, staying alert,
and knowing how your vacuum works. Use this Wet/Dry Vac only as described in
this manual. To reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to your Wet/Dry Vac,
use only recommended accessories.
Household Type
SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed
including the following:
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR INJURY:
• Do not run vac unattended.
• Do not vacuum, or use this Wet/Dry Vac near flammable liquids, gases, or explosive
vapors like gasoline or other fuels, lighter fluids, cleaners, oil-based paints, natural gas,
hydrogen, or explosive dusts like coal dust, magnesium dust, grain dust, or gun power.
Sparks inside the motor can ignite flammable vapors or dust.
• Do not vacuum anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches, or
hot ashes.
• Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
• Do not expose to rain. Store indoors.
• 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 appliance is not working as it should, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or
dropped into water, return it to a 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.
• Do not handle plug or the Wet/Dry Vac with wet hands.
• 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 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 allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used by or near
children.
• To reduce the risk of injury from accidental starting, unplug power cord before
changing or cleaning filter.
• Do not leave Wet/Dry Vac unattended when plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not
in use and before servicing.
• Turn off Wet/Dry Vac before unplugging.
• 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.
• Unplug before connecting hose.
• Use only as described in this manual. Use only manufacturer’s recommended attach-
ments.
• This appliance is provided with double insulation. Use only identical replacement
parts. See “DOUBLE INSULATION INSTRUCTIONS”.
When using as blower:
• Direct air discharge only at work area.
• Do not use Wet/Dry Vac as a sprayer.
• Do not direct air at bystanders.
• Keep children away when blowing.
• Use safety goggles.
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• To reduce the risk of electric shock-unplug before cleaning or servicing.
• DO NOT use without filters in place.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY FROM MOVING PARTS- UNPLUG
BEFORE SERVICING.
EXTENSION CORDS
When using an extension cord with your Wet/Dry Vac refer to the following table to
determine the required A.W.G. wire size. Before using the cleaner make sure the power
cord and extension cord are in good working conditions. Make repairs or replacements
before using the vacuum cleaner. Only use extension cords that are rated for outdoor
use.
Length of Extension Cord
110V-120V
25 Feet
7.5 Meters
50 Feet
15.25 Meters
100 Feet
30.5 Meters
150 Feet
45.7 Meters
Amps A.W.G Wire Size
0-6 18 16 16 14
7-10
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Not recommended
This Wet/Dry Vac is double-insulated, eliminating the need for a separate grounding
system. Use only identical replacements parts. Read the instructions for Servicing
Double-Insulated Wet/Dry Vacs before servicing. Use this Wet/Dry Vac as described in
this manual.
Observe the following warnings that appear on the motor housing of your Wet/Dry Vac.
DOUBLE INSULATED - GROUNDING NOT REQUIRED - WHEN SERVICING USE
ONLY IDENTICAL REPLACEMENT PARTS.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK-DO NOT EXPOSE TO RAIN.
STORE INDOORS.
WARNING: FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, READ AND UNDERSTAND OPERATOR’S
MANUAL. DO NOT RUN UNATTENDED. DO NOT PICK UP HOT ASHES, COALS, TOXIC,
FLAMMABLE OR OTHER HAZARDOUS MATERIALS. DO NOT USE AROUND
EXPLOSIVE LIQUIDS OR VAPORS.
WARNING: SERVICING OF DOUBLE-INSULATED WET/DRY VACUUM WITH A
DOUBLE-INSULATED WET/DRY VACUUM, TWO SYSTEMS OF INSULATION ARE
PROVIDED INSTEAD OF GROUNDING. NO GROUNDING MEANS IS PROVIDED ON A
DOUBLE-INSULATED APPLIANCE, NOR SHOULD A MEANS FOR GROUNDING BE
ADDED. SERVICING A DOUBLE INSULATED WET/DRY VACUUM REQUIRES EXTREME
CARE AND KNOWLEDGE OF THE SYSTEM, AND SHOULD BE DONE ONLY BY
QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. REPLACEMENT PARTS FOR A DOUBLEINSULATED WET/DRY VACUUM MUST BE IDENTICAL TO THE PARTS THEY REPLACE.
YOUR DOUBLE-INSULATED WET/DRY VAC IS MARKED WITH THE WORDS ‘DOUBLE
INSULATED’ AND THE SYMBOL (SQUARE WITHIN A SQUARE) MAY ALSO BE
MARKED ON THE APPLIANCE.
DOUBLE INSULATION INSTRUCTIONS
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UNPACKING AND CHECKING CARTON CONTENS
Remove entire contents of carton.
Check each item against the carton contents.
Carton contents lists
Key Description…………………… ..……
A Vac Assembly……………………… ...
B Hose…………………… .……………..
C Utility Nozzle……….………………….
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Caster Foot Assembly…..………….…
E 4 Screws (Bag)……………………… .
F Foam Sleeve Filter……..……...........
G Extension Wand……………………...
H Car Nozzle……….……………………
I Concentrator Nozzle...…………….....
J Crevice Tool……….…………………
K Cartridge Filter… ………………….….
L Filter Retainer...………………………
M Adaptor………………………………..
N Diffuser………………………………..
O Operator’s Manual.....………………
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High Efficiency Dust
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Qty.
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