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Save This Manual for Future Reference SF:ARS owner's manual MODEL 113.170200 CRRFTSMRN® Serial Number Model and serial 16 GALLON numbers may be found under cord wrap CONVERTIBLE handle. You should record both model and serial numbers in a WET/DRY VAC safe place for future use.
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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. If this Craftsman WetJDry Vac is used for commercial or rental purposes, this warranty coverage applies for only 90 days from date of purchase.
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To reduce the risk of injury from acciden- To reduce the risk of fails, use extra care tal starting, unplug power cord before when cleaning on stairs. changing or cleaning filter. This Wet/Dry Vac is double-insulated, Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To eliminating the need for a separate unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
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Introduction Table of Contents This Wet/Dry Vac is intended for house- hold use only. Item Page IMPORTANT NOTE Warranty Information ......Safety Instructions ......... Please Read Carefully Introduction..........Static Shocks Are Common - In dry Unpacking and Checking areas or when the relativehumidityof the Carton Contents ......
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Float/Cage Assembly WARN|NG: For your own safe_, never connect plug to power source outlet until all assembly steps are complete and you have read and understood the safety and operation Solid End instructions. Do not operate vac Power with any parts damaged or missing. Assembly 1.
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Filter Assembly 1. Locate the filter, filter plate and filter nut. 2. Carefully slide the filter over the filter cage, sliding it over the center ring cov- ering the 3 notched areas until the filter stops against the lid. 3. Place the hole in the filter plate over threaded screw of the filter cage.
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Vac Assembly 1. Locate the power assembly and the drum assemblies (assembled earlier). Latch Latch 2. Position the power assembly with the inlet of the unit located in line with the drain cap and the drum label on the vac. Allow the assembly to rest on the vac drum.
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(one blade vac will help dry the filter. is wider than the other). This plug will fit in The optional Craftsman Fine Particle Fit- a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug ter, stock number 9-17916 will do a bet-...
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has risen because vac airflow ceases 4. When the liquid in the drum reaches a and the motor noise will become higher predetermined level, the float mecha- in pitch, due to increased motor speed. nism will rise automatically to cut off air- IMPORTANT: To reduce the risk of dam- flow.
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Blowing Feature Your new Craftsman wet/dry vac features Simply press the locking tab on the hose "SwitchableBlowing"usingthe =Pos-I-Lock"TM and remove the hose from the inlet port.
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Maintenance against the inside waft of your dust drum WARNING: To reduce the risk of and the debds will loosen and fall. injury from accidental starting, unplug power cord before changing 4. For thorough cleaning of dry filterwith fine or cleaning filter. dust (no debris), you may run water through it as described under "Wet Filter".
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Maintenance (continued) Wet/Dry WARNING: To assure product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs and adjust- To keep your WeVDry Vac looking its best, ment should be performed by Sears clean the outside with a cloth dampened Service Centers, always using Sears with warm water and mild soap. [ rep acement parts.
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farthest from you.) Wet Nozzle To pick up liquids off a smooth surface, use the 2~1/2" wet nozzle accessory sup- plied with your wet/dry vac. To use this 2. Using both hands, lower the nozzle nozzle, simply attach the nozzle to the body onto the insert and squeegee with end of an extension wand.
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Repair Parts 16 Gallon Wet/Dry Model Number 113.170200 Always order by Part Number - Not by Key Number WARNING SERVICING OF DOUBLE-INSULATED WET/DRY in s double-insulated Wet/Dry Vac, 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.
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Repair Parts 16 Gallon Wet/Dry Vac Model Number 113.170200...
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CRRFTSMRN® Accessories and Attachments Get more versatility from your Craftsman wet/dry vacuum by adding these accesso- ries. Additional wet/dry vac accessories may be purchased at your local Seam retail store 16964 Extension Wends 16935 Gutter Nozzle 16930 Hose Lock 16922 Utility Nozzle...
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Sawdust Collection Series Whole-shop Sawdust Manifold-Type Collection System 29964 Table Saw Dust Radial Arm Saw Collection Kit Dust Collection Kit 29962 29963...
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For in-home major brand repair service: Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week 1-800-4-MY-HOME (1-800-469-4663) Para pedir servlcio de reparaci6n a domicilio - 1-800-676-5811 For the repair or replacement parts you need: Call 6 am - 11 pm CST, 7 days a week PartsDirect 1-800-366-PART (1-800-366-7278)