Wet/Dry Vacuum Operator’s Manual 4 Gallon Model No. VF408 FOR YOUR SAFETY Read and understand this manual before use. Keep this manual for future reference. Distributed By Cleva North America, Inc. 601 Regent Park Court Greenville, SC 29607 Replacement Filters & Accessories available at: Vacmaster.
TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE Warranty........................................................................................................................................ Safety Instructions & Warnings..................................................................................................... Double Insulation Instructions....................................................................................................... Extension Cords.....................................................
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 Vacmaster® recommended accessories.
DOUBLE INSULATION INSTRUCTIONS 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.
UNPACKING & CHECKING CARTON CONTENTS Remove all contents from the box. Remove the power head and take out any contents inside the collection tank. Check each item against the carton contents list. A Carton Contents List: C B G F K H L O P D I M Q E R J N S Key A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S Description............................................ Vac Assembly........................................ Hose...................................................... 2-in-1 Utility Nozzle..
GENERAL ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS A Philips head screw driver is required. 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 1 7 8 9 14 15 10 11 12 2 2 13 WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE TO RAIN. MAKE SURE PLUG IS DISCONNECTED BEFORE ASSEMBLING THE WET/DRY VAC. UNPACKING YOUR WET/DRY VACUUM & GENERAL ASSEMBLY 1. Verify that the power cord is disconnected from the outlet. (fig. 1) 2. Undo the latches. (fig. 2) 3. Lift the power head off the collection tank. (fig. 3) 4.
DRY VACUUM OPERATION 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 DRY VACUUMING WARNING: BE SURE TO READ, UNDERSTAND, AND APPLY, INFORMATION ENTITLED ‘SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS & WARNINGS’. DO NOT VACUUM IN AREAS WITH FLAMMABLE GASES, VAPORS, OR EXPLOSIVE DUSTS IN THE AIR. FLAMMABLE GASES OR VAPORS INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO: LIGHTER FLUID, SOLVENT TYPE CLEANERS, OIL-BASED PAINTS, GASOLINE, ALCOHOL, OR AEROSOL SPRAYS. EXPLOSIVE DUSTS INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO: COAL, MAGNESIUM, GRAIN, OR GUN POWDER.
LIQUID VACUUM OPERATION 7 2 3 4 8 9 10 5 6 LIQUID VACUUMING WARNING: BE SURE TO READ, UNDERSTAND, AND APPLY, INFORMATION ENTITLED ‘SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS & WARNINGS’. DO NOT VACUUM IN AREAS WITH FLAMMABLE GASES, VAPORS, OR EXPLOSIVE DUSTS IN THE AIR. FLAMMABLE GASES OR VAPORS INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO: LIGHTER FLUID, SOLVENT TYPE CLEANERS, OIL-BASED PAINTS, GASOLINE, ALCOHOL, OR AEROSOL SPRAYS. EXPLOSIVE DUSTS INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO: COAL, MAGNESIUM, GRAIN, OR GUN POWDER.
clean and dry the inside and outside before storage. REMEMBER! The foam wet filter must be removed after wet vacuuming, and a cartridge filter must be installed before dry vacuuming again. MAINTENANCE 1 2 3 4 5 1. Verify that the power cord is disconnected from the outlet. (fig.1) 2. Disconnect the hose from the vacuum. (fig. 2) 3. Undo the latches and remove the power head from the collection tank. (fig. 3) 4. Clear all dirt or debris from the collection tank and hose. (fig. 4) 5.
INSTALLING & CLEANING CARTRIDGE FILTER 1 2 3 4 5 6 Installing Cartridge Filter 1. Verify that the power cord is disconnected from the outlet. (fig. 1) 2. Remove power head and place in upside down position. 3. Install the cartridge filter over the filter cage and carefully push filter in until it stops against the power head. (fig. 2 & 3) 4. Place filter retainer on top of cartridge filter and tighten down by turning retainer clockwise. (fig. 4 & 5) Removing and Cleaning Cartridge Filter 1.
INSTALLING & CLEANING FOAM WET FILTER 1 2 3 4 5 Installing Foam Wet Filter 1. Verify that the power cord is disconnected from the outlet. (fig. 1) 2. Remove power head and place in upside down position. Follow instructions to remove cartridge filter. 3. Carefully slide foam wet filter down over the filter cage making sure the cage is completely covered. (fig. 2 & 3) 4. Place the power head onto the collection tank. Cleaning Foam Wet Filter 1.
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PARTS LIST Part 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 Part Number 551009101 551013103 551013104 551009103 551001111 551009106 551009108 551009109 551003109 551004115 551004114 551004116 551004113 551009110 551001112 551009111 551009104 551009105 Description Handle Assembly Hose Storage Rack Power Head Assembly Float Filter Basket Latch Assembly Collection Tank Rear Wheel Assembly A Front Casters Rear Wheel Assembly B 1-1/4" Extension Wand 1-1/4" Multi-Surface Floor Nozzle 1-1/4" Crevice Tool