Shop-Vac SS12 Series User Manual

User manual
Please review before operating vac.
Manual del usuario
Por favor lea esta manual antes de usar la aspiradora.
Series SS11, SS12, SS14, SS16
Wet/Dry Vacuum
Household and Workshop Use
Series SS11, SS12, SS14, SS16
Aspiradora para aspiración de residuos
Líquidos/Sólidos
Para Uso Doméstico y Comercial
ATTENTION!
Read all safety rules carefully
before attempting to operate.
Retain for future reference.
¡
ATENCIÓN!
Lea cuidadosamente todas
las normas de seguridad
antes de utilizar la aspira-
dora. Conserve esta man-
ual para consultas futuras.
¡
PELIGRO!
Nunca opere esta unidad ante
la presencia de materiales o
vapores inflamables dado que
los artefactos eléctricos pro-
ducen arcos o chispas que
pueden causar un incendio o
una explosión.
¡
NO DEJE LA ASPI-
RADORA FUNCIO-
NANDO SIN VIGI-
LANCIA!
DANGER!
Never operate this unit when
flammable materials or vapors
are present because electri-
cal devices produce arcs or
sparks that can cause a fire
or explosion.
NEVER OPERATE
UNATTENDED!
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Manuel d’utilisation
Veuillez lire avant d’utiliser l’aspirateur.
Séries SS11, SS12, SS14, SS16
Aspirateur pour déchets secs et humides
Pour Utilisation Domestique ou dans les Entrepôts
ATTENTION!
Lisez attentivement les in-
structions sur la sécurité
avant d’utiliser cet appareil.
Conservez ce manuel pour
vous y reporter ultérieurement.
DANGER!
N’utilisez jamais cet aspira-
teur en présence de vapeurs
ou de matières inflammables.
Les appareils électriques
produisent des arcs ou des
étincelles qui peuvent causer
un incendie ou une explosion.
NE JAMAIS FAIRE
FONCTIONNER SANS
SURVEILLANCE!
BRAND/MARQUE/MARCA

Shop-Vac SS12 Series Specifications

General

Model	SS12 Series
Tank Capacity	12 Gallons
Voltage	120 V
Hose Length	7 Feet
Type	Wet/Dry Vacuum
Filter Type	Cartridge Filter, Foam Sleeve

Summary

Safety Alerts and Product Identification

General Safety Attention

Read all safety rules carefully before attempting to operate.

Hazardous Operation Warnings

Never operate this unit when flammable materials or vapors are present.

Product Model Information

Wet/Dry Vacuum Household and Workshop Use, Series SS11, SS12, SS14, SS16.

Important Safety Instructions

Detailed Safety Precautions

Follow basic precautions including reading all instructions before use.

Grounding Requirements

Ensure the appliance is properly grounded to reduce electric shock risk.

Extension Cord Guidelines

Use a 3-conductor grounding cord of adequate size for safety and performance.

Caster System Assembly

Standard Caster Assembly

Instructions for units without or with basic caster feet.

Caster Feet Attachment

Detailed steps for attaching caster feet to the tank bottom.

Tool Holder Installation

Steps for attaching the tool holder to the unit.

Filter Installation and Usage

Installing Foam Sleeve and Dry Filter

How to install foam sleeve and reusable dry filter for dry pick up.

Installing Cartridge Filter

Instructions for installing the cartridge filter for wet or dry pick up.

Installing Disposable Filter Bag

Use for dry pick up only, especially for fine dust and powders.

Filter Selection Guide

Guide to choosing the correct filter for different types of dust.

Operational Procedures

Wet Pick Up Operation

Steps for vacuuming liquids, including filter considerations.

Blower Feature Usage

How to use the vacuum unit as a powerful blower.

Troubleshooting and Maintenance

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Identifies problems like weak suction or overheating and their causes.

Two Year Home Use Warranty

Details the warranty coverage for normal household use.