Vacmaster VOA407S Operator's Manual

Vacmaster VOA407S is a powerful 4-gallon wet/dry vacuum cleaner capable of picking up both liquids and dry materials. With its double-insulated motor, this vacuum is safe to use in various environments, including workshops, garages, and construction sites. The included accessories, such as a crevice tool and a utility nozzle, allow for versatile cleaning tasks. Its compact size and lightweight design make it easy to maneuver and store.

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Operator’s Manual

Wet/Dry Vacuum

4 Gallon

Model No.

VOA407S

FOR YOUR SAFETY

Read and understand this manual before use.

Keep this manual for future reference.

Distributed By

Cleva North America, Inc.

601 Regent Park Court

Greenville, SC 29607

Replacement Filters &

Accessories available at:

Vacmaster.com

SECTION PAGE

Warranty ......................................................................................................................................

Important Safety Instructions .......................................................................................................

Double Insulation Instructions .....................................................................................................

Extension Cords ..........................................................................................................................

Symbols .......................................................................................................................................

Unpacking & Checking Carton Contents .....................................................................................

General Assembly Instructions ................................................................................................ ....

Dry Vacuum Operation ................................................................................................................

Liquid Vacuum Operation ............................................................................................................

Blower Operation ........................................................................................................................

Maintenance ................................................................................................................................

Installing & Cleaning Reusable Cloth Filter .................................................................................

Installing & Cleaning Foam Wet Filter .........................................................................................

Troubleshooting ...........................................................................................................................

Exploded View .............................................................................................................................

Parts List ......................................................................................................................................

Thank you for purchasing this Vacmaster ®

Vacmaster ®

wet/dry vacuum cleaner. Feel confident that with

you are obtaining a high quality product engineered for optimal performance.

This vacuum is capable of picking up liquids and dry materials.

FOR YOUR SAFETY: CAREFULLY READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS.

WARRANTY

We take pride in producing a high quality, durable product. This Vacmaster ® product carries a limited two (2) year warranty against defects in workmanship and materials from date of purchase under normal household use. If product is to be used for commercial, industrial, or rental use, a

90 day limited warranty will apply. Please keep your receipt as proof of purchase. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, which may vary from state to state. For product service call

Customer Service at 1-866-384-8432.

Not Covered by Warranty:

• Any part that has become inoperative due to misuse, negligence, direct/indirect abuse, accidents, improper maintenance, repairs, or alterations;

• Consumables such as filters and accessories;

• Normal wear and tear of parts and attachments, such as hose, nozzles, or casters;

• Normal deterioration of the exterior finish due to use or exposure;

• Any product where serial number/data label is tampered with or removed;

• Any product purchased from an unauthorized retailer.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS VACUUM.

Read and understand this operator’s manual and all labels on the Wet/Dry Vacuum cleaner before operating. Safety is a combination of common sense, staying alert and knowing how your vacuum works. Use this Wet/Dry Vacuum only as described in this manual. To reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to your Wet/Dry Vacuum, use only manufacturer recommended accessories.

SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

When using a vacuum, basic precautions should always be followed including the following:

WARNING:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR INJURY:

• Do not run vacuum unattended.

• Do not use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids, such as gasoline, or use in areas where they may be present.

• Do not vacuum, or use this Wet/Dry vacuum near flammable liquids, gases, or explosive vapors like gasoline or other fuels, lighter fluids, cleaners, oil-based paints, natural gas, hydrogen, or explosive dusts like coal dust, magnesium dust, grain dust, or gun powder. Sparks inside the motor can ignite flammable vapors or dust.

• To reduce the risk of health hazards from vapors or dusts, do not vacuum toxic materials.

• Do not use or store near hazardous materials.

• Do not pick up anything that is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes.

• Do not expose to rain. Store indoors.

• If vacuum is not working as it should, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, return it to a service center.

• Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.

• Do not use with damaged cord or plug.

• 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.

• Keep cord away from heated surfaces.

• Do not run the vacuum over cord.

• Do not handle plug or vacuum with wet hands.

• Do not use without dust bag and/or filters in place.

• Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used by or near children.

• To reduce the risk of injury from accidental starting, unplug power cord before changing or cleaning filter.

• Do not leave vacuum when plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before servicing.

• Turn off all controls before unplugging.

• Unplug before connecting or disconnecting hose, or any other accessories.

• Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with any opening blocked; keep free of dust, lint, hair, and anything that may reduce air flow.

• Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body away from openings and moving parts.

• Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.

• Use only as described in this manual. Use only manufacturer’s recommended attachments.

• This vacuum is provided with double insulation. Use only identical replacement parts. See

DOUBLE INSULATION INSTRUCTIONS.

CAUTION: To reduce the risk of injury from moving parts - Unplug before servicing.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock - Unplug before cleaning or servicing.

When using as blower:

• Direct air discharge only at work area.

• Do not use Wet/Dry Vacuum as a sprayer.

• Do not direct air at bystanders.

• Keep children away when blowing.

• Wear safety goggles.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

For Household Use Only

DOUBLE INSULATION INSTRUCTIONS

This Wet/Dry Vacuum is double-insulated, eliminating the need for a separate grounding system.

Use only identical replacement parts. Read the instructions for Servicing Double-Insulated Wet/Dry

Vacuum before servicing. Use this Wet/Dry Vacuum as described in this manual.

Observe the following warnings that appear on the motor housing of your Wet/Dry Vacuum.

DOUBLE INSULATED - GROUNDING NOT REQUIRED - WHEN SERVICING USE ONLY

IDENTICAL REPLACEMENT PARTS.

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK - DO NOT EXPOSE TO

RAIN. STORE INDOORS.

WARNING: FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, READ AND UNDERSTAND THE OPERATOR’S

MANUAL. DO NOT RUN UNATTENDED. DO NOT PICK UP HOT ASHES, COALS,

TOXIC, FLAMMABLE OR OTHER HAZARDOUS MATERIALS. DO NOT USE AROUND

EXPLOSIVE LIQUIDS OR VAPORS.

CAUTION: DO NOT VACUUM DRYWALL DUST OR FIREPLACE SOOT OR ASH WITH

STANDARD WET/DRY FILTER. THIS TYPE OF DUST IS VERY FINE WHICH MAY

NOT BE CAPTURED BY THE FILTER AND CAUSE DAMAGE TO MOTOR. WHEN

VACUUMING FINE DUST USE A FINE DUST FILTER (SOLD SEPARATELY).

WARNING: SERVICING OF DOUBLE-INSULATED WET/DRY VACUUM

WITH A DOUBLE-INSULATED WET/DRY VACUUM, TWO SYSTEMS OF INSULATION

ARE PROVIDED INSTEAD OF GROUNDING. NO GROUNDING MEANS IS PROVIDED

ON A DOUBLE-INSULATED APPLIANCE, NOR SHOULD A MEANS FOR GROUNDING

BE ADDED. SERVICING A DOUBLE INSULATED WET/DRY VACUUM REQUIRES

EXTREME CARE AND KNOWLEDGE OF THE SYSTEM, AND SHOULD BE DONE

ONLY BY QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. REPLACEMENT PARTS FOR A

DOUBLE-INSULATED WET/DRY VACUUM MUST BE IDENTICAL TO THE PARTS

THEY REPLACE. YOUR DOUBLE-INSULATED WET/DRY VACUUM IS MARKED WITH

THE WORDS ‘DOUBLE INSULATED’ AND THE SYMBOL (SQUARE WITHIN A

SQUARE) MAY ALSO BE MARKED ON THE APPLIANCE.

EXTENSION CORDS

When using an extension cord with your Wet/Dry Vacuum refer to the following table to determine the required A.W.G. wire size. Before using the cleaner make sure the power cord and extension cord are in good working condition. Make repairs or replacements before using the vacuum cleaner. Only use extension cords that are rated for outdoor use.

120V

Ampere rating

More than Not more than

0 6

Length of Extension Cord

25ft (7.62m) 50ft (15.24m) 100ft (30.48m) 150ft (45.72m)

A.W.G. Wire Size

14 12

Not recommended

SYMBOLS

The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product.

SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING

DANGER

Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

WARNING

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION

NOTICE

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.

(Without Safety Alert Symbol) Indicates a situation that may result in property damage.

UNPACKING & CHECKING CARTON

Remove all contents from the box. Remove the power head and take out any contents inside the collection tank. Check each item against the carton contents list.

Carton Contents List:

Key Description .......................... Q t y.

A Vacuum Assembly ...................1

B Handle .....................................1

C Hose ........................................1

D Reusable Cloth Filter ...............1

E Foam Wet Filter .......................1

F Floor Brush/Squeegee Nozzle...1

Extension Wand .......................3

2-in-1 Utility Nozzle ..................1

I Caster

J Operator’s Manual ...................1

NOTE: The hose and accessories for this vacuum are 1-1/4" (3.2 cm) diameter.

Accessory

Storage

Blower Port

Power Cord Storage

Handle

Power Head

On/Off Switch

Hose Storage Rack

Latch

Vacuum Port

Collection Tank

Accessory Storage

Caster

Anti-static Chain

GENERAL ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING: DO NOT PLUG THE POWER CORD INTO A POWER OUTLET. MAKE SURE

THE PLUG IS DISCONNECTED BEFORE ASSEMBLING THE WET/DRY VACUUM. TO

REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE TO RAIN.

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8 9 11

UNPACKING YOUR WET/DRY VACUUM & GENERAL ASSEMBLY

1. Verify that the power cord is disconnected from the outlet (Fig. 1).

2. Undo the latches (Fig. 2).

3. Lift the power head off the collection tank (Fig. 3).

4. Remove the contents from inside the collection tank; make sure you have all contents as listed on page 6 (Fig. 4).

5. Turn the collection tank upside down and insert the four casters into the sockets on the bottom of the base. Press casters down until they snap into place (Fig. 5).

6. Insert the handle into the slots located on the top of the power head (Fig. 6). Apply pressure until the handle snaps into place.

7. Your vacuum comes ready for dry vacuum cleaning. If the reusable cloth filter is not installed, refer to page 12 for installation instructions (Fig. 7 & 8).

8. For wet vacuum cleaning, remove the reusable cloth filter, and install the supplied foam wet filter. See page 12 for the foam wet filter installation instructions (Fig. 9).

9. Place the power head back on the collection tank and secure into place using the latches (Fig. 10).

10. Insert the locking end of the hose into the vacuum port on the collection tank and turn clockwise to lock into place (Fig. 11).

11. Choose the desired attachment and insert onto the end of the hose or extension wand (Fig. 12).

NOTE: An anti-static chain is attached to the bottom of the tank. It is normal for this chain to drag on the ground. Operating the vacuum in dry conditions can build up static, and the chain helps dissipate any build-up by allowing it a path of least resistance to the ground.

POLARIZED PLUG

To reduce the risk of electrical shock, this appliance has a polarized plug (one blade wider than the other). This plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the proper outlet.

Do not change the plug in any way. Double insulation eliminates the need for the three wire grounded power cord and grounded power supply system.

DRY VACUUM OPERATION

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DRY VACUUMING

WARNING: BE SURE TO READ, UNDERSTAND, AND APPLY INFORMATION

ENTITLED “IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS”. DO NOT VACUUM IN AREAS

WITH FLAMMABLE GASES, VAPORS, OR EXPLOSIVE DUSTS IN THE AIR.

FLAMMABLE GASES OR VAPORS INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO: LIGHTER

FLUID, SOLVENT TYPE CLEANERS, OIL-BASED PAINTS, GASOLINE, ALCOHOL,

OR AEROSOL SPRAYS. EXPLOSIVE DUSTS INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

COAL, MAGNESIUM, GRAIN, OR GUN POWDER. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF HEALTH

HAZARDS FROM VAPORS OR DUST, DO NOT VACUUM TOXIC MATERIALS.

WARNING: DO NOT PLUG THE POWER CORD INTO A POWER OUTLET. MAKE SURE

THE PLUG IS DISCONNECTED BEFORE CHANGING THE FILTERS.

CAUTION: DO NOT VACUUM DRYWALL DUST OR FIREPLACE SOOT OR ASH

WITH STANDARD WET/DRY FILTER. THIS IS A VERY FINE DUST WHICH WILL NOT

BE CAPTURED BY THE FILTER AND MAY CAUSE DAMAGE TO MOTOR. WHEN

VACUUMING FINE DUST USE A FINE DUST FILTER (SOLD SEPARATELY).

1. Verify that the power cord is disconnected from the outlet (Fig. 1).

2. In order to prepare your vacuum for dry vacuuming, make sure the reusable cloth filter completely covers the filter cage. Your wet/dry vacuum comes with the reusable cloth filter preinstalled. For installation instructions, see page 12 (Fig. 2 & 3).

3. Place the power head back on the collection tank and secure it in place using the latches (Fig. 4).

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS: DRY VACUUMING

4. Insert the locking end of the hose into the vacuum port on the collection tank and lock into place.

5. Push the required attachment onto the free end of the hose or extension wand (Fig. 5).

6. Verify that the switch is in the ‘O’ OFF position before plugging the power cord into the power outlet. Plug the power cord into the outlet (Fig. 6 & 7).

7. Turn the motor on by flipping the switch to the ‘I’ ON position and begin vacuuming (Fig. 8).

8. Once you have completed vacuuming, flip the switch to the ‘O’ OFF position and unplug the power

cord from the outlet.

O = OFF I = ON

DO NOT USE THE REUSABLE CLOTH FILTER FOR LIQUID VACUUMING.

LIQUID VACUUM OPERATION

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LIQUID VACUUMING