TROUBLESHOOTING
Trouble
Possible Cause
Suction weakens or
Clogged filter
cleaner runs hot
Air leak
Obstruction in hose
or nozzle
Misting in the
Saturated filter
exhaust air
WARNING
– IF ANY OF THE MOTOR HOUSING PARTS
SHOULD BECOME DETACHED OR BROKEN, EXPOSING THE MOTOR
OR ANY OTHER ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS, OPERATION SHOULD BE
DISCONTINUED IMMEDIATELY TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY OR FURTHER
DAMAGE TO THE VACUUM. REPAIRS SHOULD BE MADE BEFORE REUSING
THE VACUUM.
THREE YEAR HOME USE WARRANTY
Your Shop-Vac ® vacuum cleaner is warranted for normal household use, in accordance
with the User Manual, against original defects in material and workmanship for a period of
three years from date of purchase. Should this product be used for commercial or rental use,
a 90 day limited warranty will apply. Shop-Vac Corporation warrants placing this vacuum
cleaner in correct operating condition, by repair or parts replacement, during the warranty
period, without charge. This warranty does not cover accessories. Use of non-recommended
filters and/or accessories may void the manufacturer's warranty. Shop-Vac ® assumes no
responsibility for damage or faulty performance caused by misuse, careless handling, and
where repairs or modifications have been made. Do not attempt to service your vacuum
beyond that described in the User Manual. Proof of purchase date is required. The warranty
gives you specific legal rights, and you may have other rights which vary from state to state
or province to province. This warranty is void outside of the United States and Canada.
Customers in the United States: for product service contact Shop-Vac Corporation, Customer
Service, at (570) 326-3557 or go to www.shopvac.com/support. Visit www.shopvac.com for
your vacuum's parts list schematic.
Customers in Canada: for product service return the complete unit, (transportation prepaid), to
the Authorized Shop-Vac ® Service Center nearest you. Visit www.shopvac.ca for a complete
list of Authorized Service Centers in your area.
Customers in Mexico: for product service see paperwork that came with your unit.
Remedy
Brush dirt from filter. If condition continues,
change filter.
Check all fittings for tight fit (nozzles, hose, etc.)
Check that tank cover is sealed properly.
Check nozzle, hose, etc. for obstructions, and
remove if present.
Replace saturated filter with a dry filter.