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MODEL NO.
113.177920
i Serial Number Model and serial numbers may be found on the handle. You i should record both model and serial ' numbers in a safe place for future use.
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16 GALLON FULL BLOWING WET/DRY VAC
assembly operating repair parts
Roebuck
Estates,
IL. 60179
coverage
Is Available
vice Center/department This warranty This warranty rights which Sears, applies gives
Throughout
States. States.
state to state. and Co., D817 WA, Hoffman Estates, IL. 60179
gas, hydrogen, coal dust, magnesium dust, grain dust, or gun powder. Do not use Wet/Dry Do not vacuum anything Vac as a sprayer. that is burning matches, or or
WARNING: means if the safety information is not followed someone could be seriously CAUTION: injured. When using your Wet/Dry including Vac, follow basic the following. reduce or injured or killed. if the safety someone informabe may
is a very fine dust which will not be capby the filter and may cause damage. the risk of health hazards toxic materials. do from To reduce
means
vapors or dusts, do not vacuum materials. Do not use or store near hazardous To reduce not expose the risk of electric to rain. Store
safety precautions
shock,
WARNING-To
the risk of fire, electric injury: Read and understand and all labels on the Wet/Dry
indoors. when
shock,
used by or near children. this owner's manual Do not use this Wet/Dry ter or without Vac with a torn filexcept in the filter installed
Vac before
operating. Use only as described in this manual. To reduce the risk of personal injury or damage Sears Craftsman ries. Sparks mable inside vapors the motor can ignite or dust. To reduce flamthe risk to Wet/Dry Vac, use only recommended accesso-
when vacuuming liquids as described the operation section of this manual. Do not leave Wet/Dry Vac when
plugged
in. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before servicing. Turn off Wet/Dry Vac before unplugging. To reduce shock, the risk of fire
of fire or explosion: Do not vacuum, or use this Wet/Dry or combustible Vac, near flammable
To reduce the risk of injury from acciden- To reducethe risk of falls, use extra care tal starting, unplug power cord before when cleaning on stairs. changing or cleaning filter. This Wet/DryVac is double-insulated, Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To eliminatingthe need for a separate unplug,grasp the plug, not the cord. groundingsystem. Use only identical replacementparts. Read the instructions Do not use with damagedcord, plug or for Servicing Double-InsulatedWet/Dry other parts. If your Wet/Dry Vac is not Vacs beforeservicing. working as it should, has missing parts, has been dropped, damaged,left outObservethe followingwarningsthat doors, or droppedinto water, return it to a appear on the motor housingof your Wet/ Sears Service Center. Dry Vac. Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as DOUBLEINSULATED -GROUNDINGOTREQUIRED N handle, close a door on cord, or pull cord h-_ WHEN SERVICING USE ONLY around sharp edges or corners. Do not run Wet/Dry Vac over cord. Keepcord IDENTICAL REPLACEMENT PARTS awayfrom heated surfaces. WARNING: To reduce the risk of Do not handleplug or the Wet/Dry Vac electric shock - do not expose to with wet hands. rain - store indoors. Do not put any object into ventilation openings. Do not vacuum with any ventiWARNING: For your own safety, read and understand owner's manual. Do lation openings blocked;keepfree of dust, lint, hair or anything that may reduce air not pick up hot ashes, coals, toxic, flow. flammable or other hazardous mateKeep hair,loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body awayfrom openings and moving parts.
rials. Do not use around explosive liquids or vapors.
Use only extension co.rds that are rated for outdoor use. Extension cords in poor condition or that are too small in wire size can pose fire and shock hazards. When using an extension cord, be sure it is in good condition. Using any extension cord will cause some loss of power. To keep the loss to a minimum, use the following table to choose the minimum wire size extension cord. Extens!on Cord Length 0-50 Ft. 50-100 Ft. Gauge A.W.G. 14 12
wear ear protectors for extended noisy area. For dust operations,
Introduction
This Wet/Dry hold use only. Vac is intended for houseItem Warranty Information ............................. Safety Instructions ................................. Introduction ............................................ of the of Unpacking and Checking Carton Contents ............................. Assembly ............................................... Operation ............................................... Maintenance ........................................ Repair Parts ........................................
Owner's
Manual
Contents
Page 2 2 4 4 5 8 10 12
the frequency
or missing.
Carton
Key A B C D E F G* H* J* K* L* M N P Q R
Contents
List
Description ._......................... Qty. VacAssembly ............................. 1 Pos-I-Lock Hose Assembly ......... 1 Utility Nozzle ............................... Wet Nozzle .................................. Car Nozzle .................................. Hose Lock ................................... Filter Nut ..................................... Filter Plate ................................... Filter (Red Stripe) ....................... Filter Cage .................................. Float ............................................ Extension Wands ........................ Male/Male Connector .................. Caster Foot For Storage ............. Caster ......................................... Owners Manual ........................... 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 1 4 4 1
*These items may come preassembled. If they are not present in the carton check the vac power head to see if they are preassembled.
Float/Cage
WARNING: outlet For your never connect complete understood instructions.
Assembly
own safety, source are steps NOTE: because If filter cage needs to be removed, the float is placed in the wrong way, use a flat blade screwdriver and insert the blade near one of the tabs between the filter cage and the center ring of the lid. Pry the tab out of the slot. Tilt the cage and lift away from the lid. To replace, cage assembly instructions. Filter Cage---_ follow float/
plug to power
with any parts damaged 1. Place the power upside down assembly
2. Locate the float. Place the float over the opening in the center of the lid with the words "This Side Towards Lid" laying face down over the hole. WARNING: personal sure to keep other foreign ter opening float. To reduce injury hands, objects the risk of to vac be or any the fingers,
or damage
when assembling
3. Line up filter cage tabs with the slots the center ring of the lid. 4. Push on the filter cage until the tabs snap into the slots for a secure fit.
in
Filter Assembly
1. Carefully slide the filter over the filter I_;_"'-----Filter _)"'--Filter Nut Plate cage, sliding it over the center ring covering the 3 slots until the filter stops against threaded the lid. Filter "_-Red Stripe screw of the filter cage. 2. Place the hole in the filter plate over
3. Gently push on the filter plate to seat the rubber ring of the filter inside the circular channel of the filter plate. screw only. be away and 4. Place filter nut onto threaded tighten NOTE: from it down. Lever Finger tighten
Filter Cage
of filter
nut should
Your filter has a red stripe that an in-store displayer. When you the
Caster/Caster
2. Turn the dust drum floor. 3. Insert the caster upside
Foot Assembly
from the 7. Turn the drum upright. down on the of Caster __,.i U_. Caster -_ Caster Stem Ball
drum, as shown flush with bottom 5. Insert the caster the caster
foot until the foot is of the dust drum. into the socket of (4 places).
stem
Caster--=Foot
Pin
foot, as shown
6. Push on the caster until the ball on the caster stem is inserted all the way into the socket. You will hear the ball snap into the socket and the caster will swivel easily when positioning is correct.
Vac Assembly
1. Line up vacuum port in power assembly 4. Push down on top of the handles cause the flexible onto the drum lip of the channel. on top of drum the drum 5. Make sure that the locking snapped assembly assembly completely below) in place to prevent from coming tabs are the power to with drain cap located the drum. 2. Place power assembly on the front of locking tabs to hook
snug against
Push Down
4
Pull Out Flexible _ I_ Locking Tab Lid Handle
Vacuum Port
Drum Channel
Drain
Sto Tab
Out
6. Insert the push button end of the "Pos-ILock" hose into the inlet of the vac. The hose should snap into place. To remove the hose from the vac, press the release button in the hose assembly and pull the hose out of the vac inlet, as shown. 7. Place ready the utility for use. nozzle securely on the
hose by
tor. Install the hose-hose end of the hose connected connect nector. the other
connector
opposite
NOTE: The opposite end of the hose is removable if more hoses need to be attached for more length from the vac. To remove the swivel portion of the hose, grasp the hose swivel and firmly pull it out of the flexible hose. Connect the soft end of a second
Cord Wrap Switch Blowing Port Lid _ Handle
Release Button
cC>
hose
(accessory
#9-17820)
Vacuum Port
Release Button
Drum
Drain
Operation
WARNING
To reduce flammable the risk of fire or explosion, gases, vapors or explosive do not operate this vac in areas gases with or dust in the air. Flammable
vapors include but are not limited to; lighter fluid, solvent type cleaners, oilbase paints, gasoline, alcohol or aerosol sprays. Explosive dusts include but are not limited to; coal, magnesium, grain or gun powder. Do not vacuum explosive dust, flammable or combustible liquids this vac as a sprayer. To reduce the risk of health or hot ashes. hazards from Do not use vapors or
ear protectors
using the vac for extended hours or when using it in a noisy area. The operation of any utility vac can result in foreign objects being blown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety goggles complying with ANSI Z87.1 (shown on Package) before commencing operation. Safety Goggles are available at Sears retail stores. To reduce the risk of electric shock, this
The optional Craftsman High Efficiency Filter, stock number 9-17918 will do a better job stopping the very fine particles than the 9-17816 filter.
appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). This plug will fit in a polarized does plug. outlet only one way. If the plug not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the If it still does not fit, contact a qualito install the proper outlet. the plug in any way.
Vacuuming
1. When picking
Liquids
up small amounts of liq-
uid the filter may be left in place. 2. When picking up large amounts of liquid we recommend that the filter be removed. If the filter is not removed, and misting it may will become saturated appear in the exhaust.
After you plug the power cord into the outlet, turn the unit on by pushing the switch from position "O" to position "l". The symbols used on the motor cover are international symbol "ON". "On & Off" symbols. for "OFF" "O" is the for and "l" is the symbol
3. After using the vac to pick up liquids, the filter must be dried to reduce the risk of possible the filter. mildew and damage to
O=OFF
Vacuuming
I =oN
4. When the liquid in the drum reaches a predetermined level, the float mechanism will rise automatically flow. When this happens, to cut off airturn off the
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.
vac, unplug the power cord, and empty the drum. You will know that the float has risen because vac airflow ceases and the motor noise will become in pitch, due to increased IMPORTANT: To reduce higher motor speed.
age to the vac do not run motor with float in raised position.
Emptying
WARNING: injury from
the Drum
To reduce accidental the risk of starting, emptying
cord before
equipped
of liquids to empty
sible part breakage, pick the vac up by the lip of the dust drum.
the drain cap and lift the oppothe drum. the power
Blowing Feature
Your vac features "Full Blowing". It can blow sawdust and other debris. Follow the steps below to use your vac as a blower.
is to remove
assembly Pull the flexible latches outward on each side of the lid to release from 3. While power drum. the drum. holding the latches out, lift the
assembly
WARNING: Always wear safety goggles complying with ANSI Z87.1 before using as a blower. WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury to bystanders, keep them clear of blowing debris.
1. Locate blowing per4 of your vac.
assembly
upside
down on a drum.
area while
emptying
into the proper 2. Insert the male/male adapter into the locking tab adapter end of the hose. insert the opposite end of the male/ port of wand to a male adapter the vac. 3. (Optional) into the blowing extension
To reducethe
risk of
back injury or falls, do not lift a vac heavy with liquid or debris. Scoop or drain enough contents enough out to to lift make the vac light comfortably.
Attach
Cord Wrap/Carry
The wrap wet/dry vac has handle area/carry
Handle
a convenient designed wrap the cord on the power
opposite end of hose, then place blower nozzle on the wand. 4. Turn vac on and you are ready your vac as a blower. Sears Blower recommended at Sears Nozzle handles Stock accessories retail stores. No. 9-16933
cord around the handle and snap the conon the plug to a wrap of the cord for storage. and the cord is wrapped
available extension
The Sears
recommended
for blowing
(Optional)
Maintenance
Filter
WARNING: unplug To reduce the risk of starting, changing IMPORTANT: To reduce wheel the risk of damand motor, using the age to the blower always reinstall the filter before vac for dry material pickup. Dry Filter removal of dry debris without can be the fil-
cord before
1. Some This filter is made of high quality paper designed to stop very small particles of dust. The filter can be used for wet or dry pick up. Handle the filter carefully when removing to clean or installing it. Creases in the filter pleats may occur from installation but creases will not affect the performance of the filter.
accomplished
removing
ter from the vac. Slap your hand on top of the power assembly while the vac is turned off. 2. For best cleaning mulated area. doors Cleaning results due to accube done outquarters. the filter
Cleaning
Your filter should maintain be cleaned often to peak vac performance. storing or
against the inside wall of your dust drum. The debris will loosen and fall. 4. For thorough cleaning of dry filter with
IMPORTANT: After cleaning, check the filter for tears or small holes. Do not use a filter with holes or tears in it. Even a small hole can cause a lot of dust to come it immediately. out of your vac. Replace Removal To remove replacement, the filter cage, off filter. WARNING: cage. fingers wheel. from the filter for cleaning unsc_ew remove or
fine dust (no debris), run water through it as described under "Wet Filter".
Wet Filter
After filter is removed, that water pressure strong enough run water through Take care the filter from a hose or spigot. to damage
ber: To dry a filter quickly, reinstall the filter on the vac and allow the unit to run for approximately 10 minutes. The clean air
rushing
through
It is there
to help prevent
Wet/Dry Vac
To keep your Wet/Dry with warm Vac looking its best, WARNING: SAFETY formed always with warm water parts. To assure product repairs Centers, be perreplacement clean the outside with a cloth dampened water and mild soap. To clean the drum: 1. Dump debris out. and RELIABILITY, by Sears using Service
2. Wash drum thoroughly and mild soap. 3. Wipe out with dry cloth.
NOTE: If your casters are noisy, you may put a drop of oil on the roller shaft to make them quieter. 10
Wet Nozzle
To pick up liquids off a smooth surface, use the 2-1/2" wet nozzle accessory supplied with your wet/dry vac. To use this nozzle, simply attach the nozzle to the end of an extension wand. Connect a second extension wand to the first, and connect the 2-1/2" the extension wand. x 7' hose to
2. Using
both hands,
body onto the insert and squeegee with the round opening of the nozzle closest to you. With fingers on the far side and thumbs holding the latches of the removable the latches insert, flip the nozzle over so are on the top and the round is facing away from you. stays on the
Liquids may be picked up by dragging the nozzle across the surface. The squeegee will dry the surface as you vacuum. Replacement rubber for the squeegee nozzle may be obtained through Sears Parts. If the rubber becomes worn, it may be flipped over for use on the opposite (Replacement To reverse service the or replace side or replaced. part #822256). squeegee: 1. Lay the wet nozzle on a flat surface with the round inlet opening facing up and the two latches close to you as shown. Latches Nozzle
below the
tabs until you see and hear the into the nozzle
body. Snap the latche# over the locking tabs into their original position.
Body
Removable Insert 2. Using both hands, position each thumb on the removable insert, (below the latches) and two fingers of each hand on each latch, lift and disengage the two latches from the tabs on the nozzle body. 3. Gently pull the latches to remove the insert. To reinstall follow the removable toward yourself
4. Inspect squeegee
the pins of the insert to make the holes of the slots and fit into the matching body.
hands and gently twist in opposite directions. The insert pins should snap into proper Twist Backward position. Twist Forward
insert correctly,
face with the pins positioned upward and the latches close to you as shown. Place the rubber squeegee on the The wet nozzle pickup use. assembly is ready for wet insert, with the pins fitting through the matching holes in the squeegee. (Make sure the new working farthest _.._ ._ from you.) : ._ . . "_ : 11 edge is located
Repair Parts
16 Gallon Wet/Dry Vac Model Number 113.177920
Always order by Part NumberNot by Key Number
WARNING
SERVICING
In a double-insulated instead of grounding. appliance, nor should insulated should Wet/Dry be done
OF DOUBLE-INSULATED
Wet/Dry Vac, two systems
WET/DRY
of insulation
VAC
are provided
No grounding means is provided on a double-insulated a means for grounding be added. Servicing a doubleextreme service care and knowledge personnel. of the system, and Your Replacement "DOUBLE parts for a INSULATED" on the appli-
be identical a square)
Vac is marked
Key No.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25
Part No.
73180 824941 822467-5 824967 STD611007 818793 818961 818413-2 15534-1 73352 823690-4 509238 9-17816 9-16937 9-16938 809544-3 73185 9-16990 73102 9-17822 9-17823 821421-10 815096 826355-1 826354 822256 SP6436
Description
Toggle Switch Motor Cover Cord w/plug Motor (Includes Key No's 7,thru 10) * Screw, Pan Hd. Ty "AB" 10x3/4 Lid Gasket Spacer Blower Wheel Washer Nut, Hex Flange Lid Float/Filter 1 Filter Plate t Filter Nut Dust Drum Drain Cap t Caster Foot w/Storage Casters t Hose 2-1/2" t Adapter Ring "O" Adapter Hose Spring Tab End Hose Interlock Squeegee Owners Through (Not Illustrated) Manual (Not illustrated) Department Of Most Sears Retail x 7' Hoselock Cage 1- Filter (Red Stripe) 1/4-20
Repair Parts
16 Gallon Wet/Dry Vac Model Number 113.177920
2 J
22
21
2O J 23 25
13
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Accessories
Get more versatility ries. Additional wet/dry or Sears/Craftsman from your Craftsman vac accessories Power
and Attachments
wet/dry vacuum by adding these accessoretail store may be purchased at your local Sears
17820
2-1/2"x7'
Hose
17822
Pos-I-Lock
Hose
16964 Extension
Wands
16922
Utility
Nozzle
17817
Wet Nozzle
16925
Dry Nozzle
16978
CarJ_lozzle
16933
Blower
Nozzle
16902
Crevice
Tool
m===_li=_.==pm=
16939 Drum
16935Gutter Nozzle
Whole-shop
Collection
System
For in-home
major brand
repair service:
1-800-4-MY-HOME
Para pedir servicio de reparacibn For the repair or replacement
(1-800-469-4663)
a domicilio - 1-800-676-5811 parts you need:
PartsDirect
1-800-366-PART
Para ordenar piezas con entrega
(1-800-366-7278)
a domicilio - 1-800-659-7084
For the location of a Sears Parts and Repair Center in your area: Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
1-800-488-1222
For information on purchasing a Sears Maintenance Agreement or to inquire about an existing Agreement: Call 9 am - 5 pm, Monday - Saturday
1-800-827-6655
SEARS
HomeCentral
SM
The model and serial numbers will be found on the handle. When requesting service following information: Product Type Part Number or ordering parts, always provide the Model Number Part Description
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Chicago, IL 60179 U.S.A. 2001 Emerson Electric Co.
Part No. SP6436 Form No. SP6436 Printed in U.S.A. 4/01