KING CANADA

WET•DRY VACUUM

MODEL: 8510LP

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

COPYRIGHT © 2007 ALL RIGHTS RESERVED BY KING CANADA TOOLS INC.

WARRANTY INFORMATION &

SAFETY RULES FOR WET/DRY VACUUMS

2-YEAR

LIMITED WARRANTY

FOR THIS WET/DRY VACUUM

KING CANADA TOOLS

OFFERS A 2-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

FOR NON-COMMERCIAL USE.

PROOF OF PURCHASE

Please keep your dated proof of purchase for warranty and servicing purposes.

REPLACEMENT PARTS

Replacement parts for this tool are available at our authorized KING CANADA service centers across Canada. For servicing, contact or return to the retailer where you purchased your product along with your proof of purchase.

LIMITED TOOL WARRANTY

KING CANADA makes every effort to ensure that this product meets high quality and durability standards. KING CANADA warrants to the original retail consumer a 2-year limited warranty as of the date the product was purchased at retail and that each product is free from defects in materials. Warranty does not apply to defects due directly or indirectly to misuse, abuse, negligence or accidents, repairs or alterations and lack of maintenance. KING CANADA shall in no event be liable for death, injuries to persons or property or for incidental, special or consequential damages arising from the use of our products. To take advantage of this warranty, the product or part must be returned for examination by the retailer. Shipping and handling charges may apply. If a defect is found, KING CANADA will either repair or replace the product.

ITEMS NOT COVERED UNDER WARRANTY

Accessories supplied with this vacuum such as the hose, gulper tool, crevice tool, round brush, foam filter and re-usable filter are not covered under warranty and are available as optional accessories at your nearest King Canada distributor.

IMPORTANT SAFETY RULES FOR WET•DRY VACUUMS

VOLTAGE WARNING: Before connecting this vacuum to a power source (receptacle, outlet, etc.) be sure the voltage supplied is the same as that specified on the nameplate. A power source with voltage greater than the specified voltage on nameplate can result in SERIOUS

INJURY to the user - as well as damage to the motor. If in doubt DO NOT PLUG IN THE VACUUM. Using a power source with voltage less than the nameplate is also harmful to the motor.

1. KNOW YOUR VACUUM. Read and understand the owners manual and labels affixed to the vacuum.

Learn its application and limitations as well as its specific potential hazards.

2. GROUND THE VACUUM. THIS VACUUM MUST BE

GROUNDED. This vacuum is equipped with an approved 3-conductor cord and a 3-prong grounding type plug to fit the proper grounding type receptacle.

The green conductor in the cord is the grounding wire. NEVER connect the green wire to a live terminal.

See grounding instructions.

3. WEAR PROPER APPAREL. Do not wear loose clothing, gloves, neckties or jewelry (rings, watch) because suction force could get them caught in the vacuum. Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair. Roll up long sleeves above the elbows.

4. Do NOT expose to rain, this vacuum must be stored indoors.

5. Do not handle the electrical plug or vacuum with wet hands.

6. Never use this vacuum with any opening blocked, keep opening free of dust, hair, lint or anything that will restrict air flow.

7. Never vacuum anything that is on fire, burning or smoking such as matches, cigarettes or hot ashes.

Never vacuum flammable or combustible liquids such as gasoline, electrical devices could produce sparks which can cause a fire or explosion! Never vacuum toxic or hazardous materials.

8. Never use this vacuum without filters installed.

9. Never vacuum coal ash, cement or drywall dust without a re-usable filter or dust bag in place or you could damage the motor or the material could be exhausted back into the air. To prevent serious motor damage, vacuuming drywall dust is not recommended because drywall dust requires a high efficiency drywall filter and dust bag which are not available for this vacuum.

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VACUUM,

ELECTRICAL INFO & SPECIFICATIONS

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VACUUM

1) Carry handle

2) waterproof switch

3) Cover/motor assembly

4) Flex hose

5) Tank

6) Cover latch (2)

7) Crevice tool

8) Re-usable filter

9) Foam filter

10) Round brush

11) Gulper tool

12) Cord wrap posts

13) Blower outlet

ELECTRICAL INFO &

SPECIFICATIONS

POWER SUPPLY- WARNING: YOUR VACUUM MUST BE

CONNECTED TO A 110V, MINIMUM 15-AMP. BRANCH CIRCUIT.

FAILURE TO CONNECT IN THIS WAY CAN RESULT IN INJURY

FROM SHOCK OR FIRE.

GROUNDING- Your vacuum must be properly grounded. Not all outlets are properly grounded. If you are not sure if your outlet is properly grounded, have it checked by a qualified electrician. WARNING: IF

NOT PROPERLY GROUNDED, THIS VACUUM CAN CAUSE

ELECTRICAL SHOCK, PARTICULARLY WHEN USED IN DAMP

LOCATIONS. TO AVOID SHOCK OR FIRE, IF THE POWER CORD IS

WORN OR DAMAGED IN ANY WAY, HAVE IT REPLACED

IMMEDIATELY.

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

110V OPERATION- As received from the factory, your vacuum is ready to run for 110V operation. This vacuum is intended for use on a circuit that has an outlet and a plug which looks like the one illustrated in Fig.1.

EXTENSION CORDS- The use of any extension cord will cause some loss of power. Use the table in Fig.2 to determine the minimum wire size

(A.W.G-American Wire Gauge) extension cord. Use only 3-wire extension cords which have 3-prong grounding type plugs and 3-hole receptacles which accept the tool’s plug. For circuits that are further away from the electrical circuit box, the wire size must be increased proportionately in order to deliver ample voltage to the motor. Refer to

Fig.2 for wire length and size.

SPECIFICATIONS

Model..............................................................................8510LP

Voltage................................................................................110V

Horsepower ............................................................2 HP (peak)

Amperage ..............................................................................6A

Phase ........................................................................................1

Hertz ..................................................................................60Hz

Tank size..............................................2.5 Gallon (US)/10 liters

Air flow ........................................................................110 CFM

Vacuum pressure (inches of water) ..................................49”

PROPERLY GROUNDED OUTLET

CURRENT CARRYING

PRONGS

GROUNDING

PRONG

FIGURE 1

LENGTH OF

CONDUCTOR

0-25 FEET

26-50 FEET

51-100 FEET

WIRE SIZES REQUIRED

(AMERICAN WIRE GAUGE)

110V LINES

NO.16

NO.16

NO.14

FIGURE 2

UNPACKING, ASSEMBLING & OPERATING

YOUR VACUUM

ATTENTION! The vacuum accessories are packed inside the vacuum tank.

UNPACKING YOUR VACUUM

Remove the entire contents of the carton, please note that most of the accessories are packed inside the vacuum tank. To access these accessories, turn the cover latches (A) Fig.3

backwards, remove the tank cover/motor assembly and then remove the accessories inside the tank.

WARNING! DO NOT CONNECT THE POWER CORD TO THE POWER SOURCE UNTIL THE

FOLLOWING ASSEMBLY AND SET-UP INSTRUCTIONS HAVE BEEN DONE.

INSTALLING THE CORRECT FILTER FOR THE APPLICATION

Before reinstalling the cover/motor assembly on, it is important to determine the desired cleaning application, wet or dry vacuuming. Each cleaning application requires different filters.

When vacuuming dry materials, to ensure proper filtration, the foam filter should be used when vacuuming coarse materials with low dust for maximum air flow. The re-usable filter can and should be used together with the foam filter when vacuuming coarse and dusty materials.

Place the cover/motor assembly upside down, slide the foam filter (A) Fig.4 over the cage (B).

Then slide the re-usable filter over the foam filter.

When vacuuming wet materials, to ensure proper filtration, the foam filter must be installed.

Place the cover/motor assembly upside down, slide the foam filter (A) Fig.4 over the cage (B).

Reposition and secure the cover/motor assembly to the tank with both cover latches, Fig.5.

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FIGURE 4

HOSE AND ACCESSORY ASSEMBLY

1) Insert one end of the hose (A) Fig.6 into the vacuum inlet (front of the vacuum) and twist slightly to tighten into place.

2) Attach either the gulper tool (B) Fig.6 or the crevice tool to the other end of the hose (C).

FIGURE 5

DRY VACUUMING OPERATIONAL STEPS

Before vacuuming dry materials, it is important that you have read and understood the safety rules in this manual.

1) Unplug the power cord from the power source.

2) Remove the cover/motor assembly by undoing the 2 side mounted cover latches and install a clean and dry foam filter. If the vacuuming operation is extremely dusty, install the re-usable filter over the foam filter. If it is necessary to vacuum dry materials and you have just finished vacuuming wet materials, the foam filter must be completely dried or else the foam filter will clog up quickly and it will be difficult to clean. The foam filter can be dried quickly by running the vacuum for 5-10 minutes without the hose installed.

3) Reposition and secure the cover/motor assembly to the tank using the 2 side mounted cover latches.

4) Insert the hose into the inlet on the front of the vacuum and twist slightly to tighten.

5) Attach either the gulper tool or the crevice tool to the other end of the hose.

FIGURE 6

FIGURE 7

OPERATION

6) Plug the power cord to a power source.

7) Start the vacuum by pushing the On/Off water proof switch to the On position as shown in

Fig.8. The On position is indicated by the international symbol “I” on the switch.

8) Once the vacuuming operation is finished, push the switch to the Off position indicated by the international symbol “O” on the switch and unplug the power cord from the power source.

9) Remove the cover/motor assembly and lay it aside, being careful not to damage the filters and dump the tank contents into a suitable waste disposal container. Airborn dust will be produced when cleaning, wear dust mask!

Warning!

When vacuuming fine dust, it will be necessary to clean the foam filter and re-usable filter at more frequent intervals.

WET VACUUMING OPERATIONAL STEPS

Before vacuuming wet materials, it is important that you have read and understood the safety rules in this manual.

1) Unplug the power cord from the power source.

2) Remove the cover/motor assembly by undoing the 2 side mounted cover latches and install a clean and dry foam filter. If wet vacuuming under normal conditions (small amounts of liquid pick-up), the foam and re-usable filters can be installed, but when vacuuming large amounts of liquid, only install the foam filter, see Fig.9. Make sure the inside of the tank is clean.

3) Reposition and secure the cover/motor assembly to the tank using the 2 side mounted cover latches.

4) Insert the hose into the inlet on the front of the vacuum and twist slightly to tighten.

5) Attach either the gulper tool or the crevice tool to the other end of the hose.

6) Plug the power cord to a power source.

7) Start the vacuum by pushing the On/Off waterproof switch to the On position as shown in

Fig.10. The On position is indicated by the international symbol “I” on the switch.

8) When vacuuming large amounts of liquid, do not completely immerse the nozzle accessory in the liquid, leave a gap at the top of the nozzle accessory opening to allow air inflow.

9) Once the vacuuming operation is finished, push the switch to the Off position indicated by the international symbol “O” on the switch and unplug the power cord from the power source.

Warning!

Never use the re-usable filter for vacuuming wet materials.

The foam filter should be cleaned after each wet vacuuming operation.

Should it become necessary to pick up the vacuum to move it, DO NOT pick up the vacuum by the top handle unless the tank is empty. Do not pull the vacuum by the hose, this may tip the vacuum over.

AUTOMATIC SUCTION SHUT-OFF AND EMPTYING LIQUID FROM TANK

This section relates to wet vacuuming operations. This vacuum is fitted with an automatic suction shut-off float cup (A) Fig.12 which floats up when the liquid level increases in the tank, it then stops the suction action when the tank has reached its maximum capacity of liquid. Make sure the float cup is clean at all times.

The user will notice an increased motor speed, when this happens;

1) Turn off the vacuum immediately and unplug the power cord from the power source.

2) Remove the cover/motor assembly and lay it aside, being careful not to damage the filters and dump the tank contents into a suitable waste disposal container.

3) The inside of the tank should be cleaned, also check the foam filter and clean it from the inside out if necessary.

4) To continue vacuuming wet materials, reposition and secure the cover/motor assembly, plug the power cord to a power source and proceed.

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FIGURE 9

FIGURE 10

FIGURE 11

FIGURE 12

OPERATION & MAINTENANCE

BLOWER FEATURE

This vacuum can be used as a powerful blower. To use the blower feature, disconnect the hose from the inlet and reconnect it to the blower outlet (A) as shown in Fig.13. Turn the vacuum On, your vacuum is now a blower to clear work tables of debris, blow leaves etc...

STANDARD AND OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

The following chart lists the standard accessories included and the available optional accessories for this wet•dry vacuum. Please note that these accessories are not covered under warranty and are available at your nearest King Canada distributor.

Model

KVAC-1030

KVAC-1050

KVAC-1090

KVAC-1101

KVAC-1103

KVAC-1105

KVAC-1107

Description

Foam Filter- 1pc.

Re-usable Filter- 1pc.

5ft. x 1-1/4” Flex Hose- 1pc.

1-1/4” Round Brush- 1pc.

1-1/4” Gulper Tool- 1pc.

1-1/4” Crevice Tool- 1pc.

10” x 1-1/4” Floop Sweep- 1pc.

Usage

Wet•Dry Vacuuming Applications

Wet•Dry Vacuuming Applications

Replacement hose

Upholstery and car interiors

Upholstery and car interiors

General purpose

General purpose

Included/Optional

1pc. Included

1pc. Included

1pc. Included

1pc. Included

1pc. Included

1pc. Included

Optional

ON-BOARD ACCESSORY STORAGE

When accessories are not in use, they can be stored in the on-board storage as shown in

Fig.14.

MAINTAINING YOUR VACUUM AND ACCESSORIES

Warning! To reduce the risk of injury and electrical shock, unplug the power cord from the power source. Airborn dust will be produced when cleaning, wear dust mask!

To maintain peak vacuum performance, the foam and re-usable filters must be cleaned often.

When not in use, wrap the power cord around the power cord posts as shown in Fig.15.

Filter maintenance- Clean the foam filter and re-usable filter by washing them inside out in a mild soapy water and then rince with clean water. Allow these filters to dry completely before using.

General Maintenance and Inspection- The inside of the tank, hose and accessories should be cleaned after every use, this cleaning should only be done outdoors with the power cord disconnected from the power source. Check the condition of the power cord and make sure it is not damaged. Also check the condition of the filters for tears and small holes. Do not use filters with tears or small holes, replace with new filters.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Reduced efficiency/increased motor speed-

Inlet is block or tank is full- Unblock inlet or empty tank.

PARTS DIAGRAM & PARTS LISTS

Refer to the Parts section of the King Canada web site for the most updated parts diagram and parts list.

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