choosing the correct filter
WARNING: To reduce the risk of
damage to the vacuum, do not run
motor with float in raised position.
A cartridge filter should be used
and positioned correctly during all
vacuuming operations to avoid
debris leaks and possible damage
to the vacuum motor.
There are a variety of Filters available for
WORKSHOP
Wet/Dry Vacuums.
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The Filters you choose should depend
upon the task you are performing.
Not all available Filters are included with
each model, but they may be purchased
from retailers carrying WORKSHOP
Wet/Dry Vacuums or from
www.WORKSHOPvacs.com.
The available Filters include:
1. Pleated Paper Cartridge Filters
a. The available Pleated Paper
Cartridge Filters include catalog
numbers WS21200F (Everyday Dirt),
WS22200F (Fine Dust), and
WS23200F (HEPA Media).
b. Each of these Pleated Paper
Cartridge Filters are intended for
cleaning up dry debris, however, a
small amount of liquid can be picked
up without damaging the Filter.
When maintained properly, small
amounts of liquid will not cause
damage to the Filter. When picking
up larger amounts of liquid, the
Pleated Paper Cartridge Filter will
become saturated, misting may
appear in the vacuum's exhaust, and
the Filter may be damaged. After
using the Vac to pick up small
amounts of liquid, the Pleated Paper
Cartridge Filter must be dried to
avoid mildew and damage.
c. If you are using your vacuum 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 vacuum performance.
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d. See "Removal and Installation of the
Qwik Lock Filter" section for
directions on how to change the
Pleated Paper Cartridge Filter.
2. Wet Application Cartridge Filter
a. The available Wet Application
Cartridge Filter is catalog number
WS24200F.
b. The Wet Application Cartridge Filter
is intended for cleaning up liquids
and wet debris only. It is NOT to be
used for any dry debris.
c. To maintain Filter performance, rinse
thoroughly with water after each
use.
d. See "Removal and Installation of the
Qwik Lock Filter" section for
directions on how to change the Wet
Application Cartridge Filter.
3. Dust Collection Bags
(WS1200VA0 only)
a. The available Dust Collection Bag
for Wet/Dry Vacuum model
WS1200VA0 is catalog number
WS32200F.
b. The Dust Collection Bag is intended
for cleaning up dry debris ONLY.
c. If the debris being picked up has
any moisture, the bag will absorb
the moisture and may deteriorate
very quickly, making the bag non-
functional.
d. If you are using your vacuum to pick
up fine dust, the Dust Collection Bag
will make cleanup easier.
Note: Dust Collection Bag MUST be
used in conjunction with a Pleated
Paper Cartridge Filter.
e. Directions for Installation and
Removal of Dust Collection Bags
are printed on the Bags.
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