PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION
The wet/dry
vacuum will not
operate.
No power supply.
Check the power supply, cord, breakers, and
fuses.
Faulty power cord.
Unplug and check the power cord. If
damaged, have it repaired by a professional.
Collection tank is full. Empty the collection tank.
Switch in the wrong position. Press the ON ‘I’ button on the power head.
The dust comes
out from the
motor cover.
The cartridge filter is missing or
damaged.
Attach or replace the cartridge filter.
Incorrect use of foam filter when
dry vacuuming.
Replace the foam wet filter with the
cartridge filter.
The exhaust filter is missing or
damaged.
Attach or replace the exhaust filter.
Vacuum has been used to collect
fine dust, such as dry wall dust,
fireplace soot, or ash, without a
fine dust filter.
Remove the standard cartridge filter and buy
the appropriate fine dust filter.
Reduced
efficiency and
motor/speed
vibration.
There are blockages in the nozzle,
or hose, or the collection tank
inlet.
Unplug and check nozzle, hose, and collection
tank inlets for blockages.
The cartridge filter is clogged by
dry dust.
Take off the filter and clean it or install a new
cartridge filter.
Float valve has closed.
Empty the collection tank of any liquid waste
and ensure the float valve located underneath
the filter is able to move freely.
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Review this table to find do-it-yourself solutions for minor performance problems. Any
service needed, other than maintenance described in this Use & Care Guide, should be
performed by a qualified service agent.
TROUBLESHOOTING
WARNING
Always turn off and unplug vacuum cleaner before performing maintenance to the
vacuum cleaner. Failure to do so could result in electrical shock or personal injury.