r • Save This Manual For Future Reference __ARS owners manual MODEL NO. 113.178490 16 GALLON DOUBLE INSULATED WET/DRY VAC Serial Number SEAIRS/ r.RI1FT$MI1N Modelandserialnumbermaybe found on the motorcover. You should record both model and serial number in a safe place for future use. FOR YOUR SAFETY: READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY Sold by SEARS, Pad No. $P5384 16 GALLON PROFESSIONAL WET/DRY VAC • assembly • operating • repair parts ROEBUCK AND CO., Chicago, IL. 60684 U.S.A. Printed in U,S.A.
FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON CRAFTSMAN WET/DRY VACS If within one year from the date of purchase, this Craftsman Wet/Dry Vac fails due to a defect In material 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.
WEAR YOUR 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 This Wet/Dry Vac is intended for either commercial household use. TWO VERY IMPORTANT Please or OWNERS MANUAL CONTENTS Item Page Warranty Information ......................................
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. l 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. I FILTER :AGE 2. Locate the float.
NOTE: If the filter cage needs to be removed, because the float is placed in the wrong way, use a slotted screwdriver and apply the slotted end to one of the filter cage tabs. Push in on the tab and lilt the cage up. Tilt the filter cage slightly away from the open slot to release the other two tabs, Pull the cage away from the lid. To replace, follow float/cage assembly instructions. _;_ filter assembly FILTER NUT _ FILTER PLATE 1.
caster/caster foot assembly 1. Turn the dust drum upside down on the floor. 2. Insert the caster feet into the bottom of drum, as shown (4 places). CASTER 3. Push on the caster foot until the foot is flush with bottom of the dust drum. Installation of caster feet may require taps with a hammer tot complete seating. CASTER 4. Insert the caster stem into the socket of the caster foot, as shown (4 places). PIN CASTER_ FOOT 5.
OPERATIONS WARNING To avoid fire or explosion caused by the igniting of vapors or dust due to the arcing of the motor brushes, do not operate this vac in areas with flammable vapors such as lighter fluid, cleaners, oilbase paints, gasoline, alcohol or explosive dust such as coal, magnesium, grain or gun powder in the air. Do not vacuum explosive dust, flammable or combustible liquids or hot ashes. Do not use this vac as a sprayer for any flammable or combustible liquid.
MAINTENANCE filter maintenance I_-'--_- WARNING: Unplug power cord before changing or cleaning filter. FILTER NUT FILTER PLATE NOTICE: This filter is made of high quality paper designed to stop very small particles of dust. The filter can be u sealfor wet or dry pick up. Handle the filter carefully when removing to clean or installing it. Creases in the filter pleats may occur from installation, but creases will not affect the performance of the filter.
SEARS WET/DRY VAC RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES WARNING: To avoid personal Injury or damage from Incompatible Sears Craftsman recommended accessories. 2-1/2" DIAMETER accessories, use only PLASTIC ACCESSORIES 7 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 9-16901 9-16964 9-16902 9-16978 9-16925 Round Dusting Brush Two Piece Extension Handle Crevice Tool Car Nozzle Dry Floor Nozzle 1-1/2" DIAMETER 6. 7. 8. 9-17817 9-17820 9-17829 9-16934 Squeegee Nozzle Extension Hose, 7 Ft. Extension Hose 13-1/2 Ft.
PARTS LIST FOR 16 GALLON ELECTRONIC WET/DRY VAC 113.
PARTS LIST FOR 16 GALLON ELECTRONIC WET/DRY VAC 113.178490 Always order by Part Number - Not by Key Number Key No. Part No. 1 2 3 73321 73313 814957 4 9426108 5 73319 6 73320 7 73304 8 ;73305 9 73310 10 73311 11 73322 12 73312 13 73303 14 73301 15 816652-1 16 73374 17 73352 Description Motor Cover Variable Speed Knob Screw, Flat Hd.
-_AIRtS owners manual SERVICE MODEL NO. 113.178490 16 GALLON PROFESSIONAL WET/DRY VAC Service is available by returning this Vac to the nearest Sears Service CentedDepartment throughout the United States. Model and serial number by be found on the Motor Cover of your Wet/Dry Vac. 16 GALLON DOUBLE INSULATED WET/DRY VAC HOW TO ORDER REPAIR PARTS WHEN ORDERING THE FOLLOWING REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYS GIVE INFORMATION: PART NUMBER PART DESCRIPTION MODEL NUMBER 113.
