OPERATION
15 Gallon Wet / Dry Vacuum (04–00) 3
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
This machine is intended for commercial use. It is
designed for wet/dry vacuuming in an indoor
environment and is not constructed for any other use.
Use only recommended accessories.
All operators must read, understand and practice the
following safety precautions:
The following safety alert symbols are used throughout
this manual as indicated in their description.
WARNING: To warn of hazards or unsafe
practices which could result in severe personal
injury or death.
FOR SAFETY: To identify actions which must be
followed for safe operation of equipment.
The following information signals potentially dangerous
conditions to the operator or equipment:
FOR SAFETY:
1. Do not operate machine:
– Unless trained and authorized.
– Unless operator manual is read and
understood.
– In flammable or explosive areas.
– Unless cord is properly grounded.
– With the use of an extension cord.
– With damaged cord or plug.
– If not in proper operating condition.
– In outdoor areas.
– In standing water.
– Without bag and/or filters in place.
2. Before operating machine:
– Make sure all safety devices are in place
and operate properly.
3. When using machine:
– Do not run machine over cord.
– Do not pull machine by plug or cord.
– Do not pull cord around sharp edges or
corners.
– Do not unplug by pulling on cord.
– Do not stretch cord.
– Do not handle plug with wet hands.
– Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
– Do not pick up burning or smoking debris,
such as cigarettes, matches or hot ashes.
– Report machine damage or faulty
operation immediately.
4. Before leaving or servicing machine:
– Turn off machine.
– Unplug cord from wall outlet.
5. When servicing machine:
– Unplug cord from wall outlet.
– Use manufacturer supplied or approved
replacement parts.
WARNING: Hazardous Voltage. Shock or
electrocution can result. Unplug machine before
servicing.
WARNING: Flammable materials can cause
an explosion or fire. Do not use flammable
materials in tank.
WARNING: Flammable materials or reactive
metals can cause an explosion or fire. Do not pick
up.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
Machine must be grounded. If it should
malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a
path of least resistance for electrical current to
reduce the risk of electrical shock. This machine
is equipped with a cord having an
equipment–grounding conductor and grounding
plug. The plug must be plugged into an
appropriate outlet that is properly installed in
accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
Do not remove ground pin; if missing, replace
plug before use.
GROUNDED OUTLET
(3 HOLE)
GROUNDING PIN
