Craftsman 32724611 Owners Manual - Page 7

Operation WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, explosion, or damage to Vac: • Do not leave Vac running while unattended - you may fail to notice important signs indicating abnormal operation such as loss of suction, debris/liquid exiting exhaust, or abnormal motor noises. Immediately stop using Vac if you notice these signs. • Do not leave Vac plugged-in when not in use. • Do not continue running when float has cut off suction. • Do not operate Vac in areas with flammable gases, vapors or explosive dust in the air. Sparks inside the motor can ignite airborne flammables. Flammable gases and vapors include: lighter fluid, solvent-type cleaners, oil-based paints, gasoline, alcohol, or aerosol sprays. Flammable dusts include: coal, magnesium, aluminum, grain, or gun powder. • Do not vacuum up explosive dusts, flammable liquids, or hot ashes. • Do not use Vac as a sprayer. A_, WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock or injury: • Do not expose to rain or allow liquid to enter motor compartment. Store indoors. • Do not handle plug, switch, or Vac with wet hands. • Do not service Vac while it is plugged-in. If your Vac is not working as it should, has missing parts, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, return it to an independent service center or call customer service. • When using an extension cord, use only outdoor-rated cords that are in good condition. Do not allow the connection to come into contact with liquid. • Do not vacuum toxic materials to reduce the risk of inhaling the vapors or dust. Polarized Plug To reduce the risk of electric shock, this appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). This plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the proper outlet. Do not change the plug in any way. After you plug the power cord into the outlet, turn the unit on by pushing the switch from position "0" to position "1". The symbols used on the switch actuator are international "On & Off" symbols. "0" is the symbol for "OFF" and "1" is the symbol for "ON". = OFF I= ON Vacuuming Dry Materials 1. The filter must always be in correct position to reduce the risk of leaks and possible damage to Vac. 2. When using your Vac to pick up very fine dust, it will be necessary for you to empty the drum and clean the filter at more frequent intervals to maintain peak Vac performance. NOTE: A dry filter is necessary to pick up dry material. If you use your Vac to pick up dust when the filter is wet, the filter will clog quickly and be very difficult to clean. The optional Craftsman HEPA Rated Material Filter, stock number 17912 will do a better job stopping very fine particles than the 17816 filter.