STANLEY 3-5 Gallon Wet/Dry Vacuum Cleaner Owner's Manual

Important Safety Instructions & Grounding Instructions

When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should be always followed. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE.

⚠️ ATTENTION!

Read all safety rules carefully before attempting to operate. Retain for future reference.

☠️ DANGER!

Never operate this unit when flammable materials or vapors are present because electrical devices produce arcs or sparks that can cause a fire or explosion. NEVER OPERATE UNATTENDED!

⚠️ WARNING!

To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury:

1. Do not leave appliance when plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before servicing. Connect to a properly grounded outlet only.
2. Do not expose to rain—store indoors.
3. Always disconnect the plug from the wall outlet before removing the tank cover.
4. Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used by or near children.
5. Do not use with damaged cord or plug. If appliance is not working as it should, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors or dropped into water, contact Trademark Industries Inc. for assistance.
6. Do Not: pull or carry by cord, use cord as a handle, close a door on cord or pull cord around sharp edges or corners. Do not run appliance over cord. Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
7. Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug; not the cord.
8. Do not handle plug or appliance with wet hands.
9. Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with any openings blocked; keep free of dust, lint, hair and anything that may reduce air flow.
10. Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers and all parts of body away from openings and moving parts.
11. Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches or hot ashes.
12. Do not use without dust bag and/or filters in place.
13. Turn off all controls before unplugging.
14. Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.
15. Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids such as gasoline or use in areas where they may be present.
16. Do not use your cleaner as a sprayer of flammable liquids such as oil base paint, lacquers, etc.
17. Do not vacuum toxic, carcinogenic, combustible or other hazardous materials such as asbestos, arsenic, barium, beryllium, lead, pesticides or other health endangering materials.
18. Do not pick up soot, cement, plaster or drywall dust without filter and dust bag in place. These are very fine particles that may affect the performance of the motor or be exhausted back into the air. Additional dust bags are available.
19. Do not leave the cord lying on the floor once you have finished the cleaning job. It can become a tripping hazard.
20. Use special care when emptying heavily loaded tanks.
21. To avoid spontaneous combustion, empty tank after each use.
22. The operation of a utility vac can result in foreign objects being blown into eyes, which can result in eye damage. Always wear safety goggles when operating vacuum.
23. STAY ALERT. Watch what you are doing and use common sense. Do not use vacuum cleaner when you are tired, distracted or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication causing diminished control.

NOTE: Use only as described in this manual. Use only manufacturer's recommended attachments.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Grounding Instructions

This appliance must be grounded. If it should malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock. This appliance is equipped with a cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and grounding plug. The plug must be inserted into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.

⚠️ WARNING!

IMPROPER CONNECTION OF THE EQUIPMENT GROUNDING CONDUCTOR CAN RESULT IN A RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. CHECK WITH A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN OR SERVICE PERSON IF YOU ARE IN DOUBT AS TO WHETHER THE OUTLET IS PROPERLY GROUNDED. DO NOT MODIFY THE PLUG PROVIDED WITH THE APPLIANCE. IF IT WILL NOT FIT THE OUTLET, HAVE A PROPER OUTLET INSTALLED BY A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN.

Diagram illustrating proper grounding. Figure (a) shows a grounding plug with a ground pin and two flat blades. Figure (b) shows a grounded outlet with corresponding slots designed to accept the ground pin, ensuring a safe electrical connection.

This appliance is for use on a nominal 120-volt circuit.

No adaptor should be used with this appliance.

Introduction

This Wet/Dry Vacuum is intended for household and workshop use. Read this operator's manual to familiarize yourself with the product features and to understand the specific usage of your new vacuum.

Carton Contents & Cleaner Description

⚠️ ATTENTION!

Remove contents of carton. Check each item against the Carton Contents list. Call 1-855-392-0644 if any parts are damaged or missing.

A Stanley 3-5 gallon wet/dry vacuum cleaner is depicted. It features a stainless steel tank, a black top housing with controls and a carry handle, and a wheeled base. Accessories like hoses, wands, and brushes are also depicted.

Carton Contents:

Cleaner Description:

Unpacking and Set-up

Unpacking and Set-up Steps:

1. Remove the power head by pushing on the side lugs with thumbs and lifting up on the tabs on the tank cover.
2. Attach casters following the instructions and illustrations in this manual.
3. Before replacing power head, please refer to Dry Pick-up or Wet Pick-up Operation in this manual to ensure you have the proper filters installed for your cleaning operation.
4. Replace power head on the tank by aligning tabs with lugs. Press down firmly on the upper housing until power head snaps into place.
5. Insert the flexible hose end with locking-nut into inlet of tank and tighten. Do not over tighten.
6. Attach the extension wands to the accessory end of the hose. Twist slightly to tighten the connection.
7. Attach one of the cleaning accessories (depending on your cleaning requirements) on the extension wands. Twist slightly to tighten the connection.
8. Plug the cord into the wall outlet. Your cleaner is ready for use.

Caster Assembly:

1. Turn tank upside down so that bottom is facing up.
2. Install casters into dolly by inserting the caster stems into the holes provided. Apply pressure and twisting motion until casters snap into place. Caster will swivel easily when positioning is correct.
3. Return dust tank assembly upright.

Operation

Dry Pick-up Operation - 1: Installing Foam Filter & Reusable Cloth Dry Filter

⚠️ WARNING!

ALWAYS DISCONNECT THE PLUG FROM THE WALL OUTLET BEFORE REMOVING THE TANK COVER.

1. Install foam filter and reusable cloth dry filter to pick up dust and dry material only. If the foam filter has been used to pick up liquids, the foam filter must be cleaned and dried before installing for dry pick-up.
2. With the power head in an upside down position, slide foam filter down over lid cage pulling until foam filter completely covers lid cage.
3. Slide cloth filter down over the foam filter pulling until the cloth filter completely covers the lid cage.
4. Slide mounting ring down over filter until ring is positioned against the ribs of the lid cage.
5. The reusable cloth dry filter should be in position over the foam filter for dry pick-up unless using a disposable filter bag.
6. To remove the filter for cleaning, remove mounting ring and filter from the lid cage.
7. To clean reusable cloth dry filter, shake off excess dirt and dust or (depending on the condition of filter) rinse with water. Allow the filter to dry completely and re-install. DO NOT MACHINE WASH OR DRY.

NOTE: Ensure that the elastic ring is completely secure and in position by pushing down firmly around the ring in several places.

⚠️ WARNING!

KEEP FILTER CLEAN. EFFICIENCY OF THE VACUUM IS LARGELY DEPENDENT ON THE FILTER. A CLOGGED FILTER CAN CAUSE OVERHEATING AND POSSIBLY DAMAGE THE CLEANER. CHECK THE FILTER PERIODICALLY AND REPLACE AS REQUIRED.

Dry Pick-up Operation - 2: Installing Foam Filter & Fabric Dust Bag

1. Install foam filter and disposable filter bag to pick up dust and dry material only. If the foam filter has been used to pick up liquids, the foam filter must be cleaned and dried before installing for dry pick-up.
2. With the power head in an upside down position, slide foam filter down over lid cage pulling until foam filter completely covers lid cage.
3. Slide mounting ring down over foam filter until ring is positioned against the ribs of the lid cage.
4. To install disposable filter bag, unscrew locking-ring and remove hose.
5. Slide collar of filter bag into retainer guides.
6. Reinsert hose and tighten locking-ring. Do not over tighten.
7. When secured in place, expand bag and position around the inside of the tank. The disposable filter bag should always be in position when using the foam filter for dry pick-up unless using the reusable dry filter.

Dry Pick-up Operation - 3: Installing Fabric Dust Bag

1. Using for dry pick-up only.
2. Unscrew locking-ring and remove hose.
3. Slide collar of filter bag into retainer guides.
4. Reinsert hose and tighten locking-ring.
5. When secured in place, expand bag and position around the inside of the tank.

Wet Pick-up Operation

This cleaner requires only a minimum of conversion when going from dry to wet pick-up. Remove ALL dry pick-up filters. The foam filter must be positioned over the lid cage with the mounting ring while vacuuming liquids. When picking up several tanks full of liquid, the foam filter will become saturated and misting may appear in the exhaust air. At this time, you should dry the foam filter or change to a dry foam filter to eliminate the misting and possible dripping of liquid around the lid. After completing a wet pick-up job, raise the hose to drain any excess liquid into the tank before shutting off. The interior of the tank should be periodically cleaned.

Emptying Liquid Waters from the Tank

Your Stanley Wet/Dry may be emptied of liquid waste by removing the power head. To empty, stop the motor and remove the plug from the wall receptacle. Remove the power head and deposit the liquid waste contents in a suitable drain. After the tank is empty, return the cover to its original position. To continue use, plug the cord into the wall receptacle and start the motor.

Automatic Shut-off

The cleaner is equipped with an automatic shut-off that operates when picking up liquids. As the level of the liquid rises, an internal float rises until it seats itself against a seal at the intake of the motor, shutting off suction. When this happens, the motor will develop a higher than normal pitch noise. To continue use, empty the liquid waster from the tank as outlined in the previous paragraph.

NOTE: IF ACCIDENTALLY TIPPED OVER, THE VACUUM COULD CLOSE SUCTION. IF THIS OCCURS, PLACE VAC IN UPRIGHT POSITION AND TURN SWITCH OFF. THIS WILL ALLOW THE FLOAT TO RETURN TO ITS NORMAL POSITION, AND YOU WILL BE ABLE TO CONTINUE OPERATION.

Troubleshooting

⚠️ WARNING!

REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY FROM MOVING PARTS AND/OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK, TURN POWER SWITCH OFF AND DISCONNECT GROUNDED PLUG FROM ELECTRICAL OUTLET BEFORE PERFORMING TROUBLESHOOTING CHECKS.

NOTE: No lubrication is necessary as the motor is equipped with lifetime lubricated bearing! For product service or any other service please contact Alton customer service or an authorized service representative. Minor problems often can be fixed without calling Alton Customer Service according to below chart.

⚠️ 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.

Trouble & Possible Causes:

Storage

Before storing your vacuum cleaner the tank should be emptied and cleaned. The power cord can be wound around the housing of the unit for convenience. The accessories can be stored on the accessories holder of the caster dolly. The cleaner should be stored indoors.

Warranty

Trademark Industries Inc. 1 Year Limited Warranty

This warranty covers any defects in materials or workmanship of the enclosed product. Trademark Industries Inc. will repair or replace any defective materials due to craftsmanship of the product. This warranty does not cover any problem caused by misuse, abuse, accidents or acts of God, such as floods or hurricanes. Consequential and incidental damages are not covered under this warranty. Coverage terminates if you sell or otherwise transfer the ownership.

If you feel you have a defective product, please submit a copy of your receipt to the address below and call 1-855-392-0644 for instructions prior returning this item to the store or sending back to:

Trademark Industries Inc.
21 Staffern Drive
Concord, ON, L4K 2X2

We will inspect the product and contact you within 72 hours to give you the results of our inspection. We reserve the right to repair or replace the product at our discretion. However, we may replace the product with one of similar but not exact features.

Parts and Service Information available call Trademark Industries Inc. at 1-855-392-0644.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may have other rights which vary from state to state.

Parts List - Main Unit

An exploded view diagram shows the internal components of the vacuum cleaner, numbered for reference in the parts list below.

Trademarks

Stanley® and STANLEY are trademarks of Stanley Black & Decker, Inc., or its affiliates and are used under license by Alton Industry Ltd. Group. ©2011 Stanley Black & Decker, Inc. New Britain, CT 06053 U.S.A. http://www.stanleyblackanddecker.com