2.5 GALLON

WET/DRY VACUUM

MODEL: VOM205P-C 2001

CAUTION: FOR YOUR SAFETY Read and understand this manual before use. Keep this manual for future reference.

Pay close attention to the Rules for Safe Operation, Warnings, and Cautions.

You will enjoy years of safe, reliable service if you use your tool properly and only for the purpose for which it is intended.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

SECTION PAGE

Safety Instructions and Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Double Insulation Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Extension Cord . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Unpacking and Checking Carton Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

General Assembly Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Dry Vacuum Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Liquid Vacuum Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Blowing Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Installing & Cleaning Reusable Cloth Filters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Installing & Cleaning Foam Sleeve Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Exploded View and Parts List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Thank you for purchasing this Channellock® wet/dry vacuum cleaner. Feel engineered for optimal performance. This vacuum is capable of picking up liquids and dry materials.

FOR YOUR SAFETY: CAREFULLY READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL

INSTRUCTIONS

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS & WARNINGS

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Read and understand all instructions before using this vacuum.

Read and understand this owner’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 Vac only as described in this manual. To reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to your Wet/Dry Vac, use only Channellock® recommended accessories.

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

• Do not run vac unattended.

• paints, natural gas, hydrogen, or explosive dusts like coal dust, magnesium vapors or dust.

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

• Keep cord away from heated surfaces.

• Do not expose to rain. Store indoors.

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

• Do not use with damaged cord, plug or other parts.

• If your Wet/Dry Vac is not working as it should, has missing parts, has been dropped or damaged, left outdoors or dropped into water, return it to an independent service center.

• Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as handle, close a door on cord, or pull cord around sharp edges or corners.

• Do not run Wet/Dry Vac over cord.

• Do not handle plug or the Wet/Dry Vac with wet hands.

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

• Do not use or store near hazardous materials.

• when vacuuming liquids as described in the operation section of this manual.

• 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

• Do not leave Wet/Dry Vac unattended when plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before servicing.

• Turn off Wet/Dry Vac before unplugging.

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• Do not put any object into ventilation openings. Do not vacuum with any ventilation openings blocked; keep free of dust, lint, hair or anything that may

• and moving parts.

• To reduce the risk of falls, use extra care when cleaning on stairs.

When using as blower:

• Direct air discharge only at work area.

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

• Do not direct air at bystanders.

• Keep children away when blowing.

• Wear safety goggles.

DOUBLE INSULATION INSTRUCTIONS

This Wet/Dry Vac is double-insulated, eliminating the need for a separate grounding system. Use only identical replacements parts. Read the instructions for Servicing Double-Insulated Wet/Dry Vacs before servicing. Use this Wet/Dry

Vac as described in this manual. Observe the following warnings that appear on the motor housing of your Wet/Dry Vac.

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.

CAUTION:

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WARNING: FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY, READ AND UNDERSTAND

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. et/Dry separately).

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WARNING: SERVICING OF DOUBLE-INSULATED WET/DRY

VACUUMM 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 VAC IS MARKED WITH THE WORDS ‘DOUBLE

INSULATED’ AND THE SYMBOL (SQUARE WITHIN A SQUARE) MAY

ALSO BE MARKED ON THE APPLIANCE.

• To reduce the risk of electric shock-unplug before cleaning or servicing.

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CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF INJURY FROM MOVING PARTS -

UNPLUG BEFORE SERVICING.

EXTENSION CORDS

When using an extension cord with your Wet/Dry Vac 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 conditions. Make repairs or replacements before using the vacuum cleaner. Only use extension cords that are rated for outdoor use.

25 Feet

Length of Extension Cord

50 Feet 100 Feet 150 Feet

110V - 120V 7.5 Meters 15.25 Meters 30.5 Meters 45.7 Meters

AMPS

0-6 18

A.W.G Wire Size

16 16 14

7-10

11-12

13-16

18

16

14

16

16

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14

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NOT RECOMMENDED

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UNPACKING AND CHECKING CARTON CONTENTS

Remove entire contents of carton. Check each item against the carton contents list.

A B C

D E

Key Description Qty

A Vac Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

B Wall Mounting Support . . . . . . . . .1

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

D Crevice Nozzle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

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

F Cloth Filter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

G Screws . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

H Foam Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

I Operator’s Manual. . . . . . . . . . . . .1

F G H I

Power Switch

Power Head

Hose

Storage

Vacuum Port

Container

Handle

Blower Port

Accessory

Storage

Cord Hook

Hook

Wall

Mounting

Support

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GENERAL ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

A Phillips head screwdriver is required.

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WARNING: DO NOT PLUG IN POWER CORD TO POWER OUTLET,

MAKE SURE PLUG IS DISCONNECTED BEFORE ASSEMBLING

THE WET/DRY VAC.

UNPACKING YOUR WET/DRY VACUUM & GENERAL ASSEMBLY

1.

2.

3.

4. Remove the contents from inside the container, make sure you have all

5. Find the handle and insert the ends into the handle opening on the power

8. Place the power head back on the container, aligning the top section with the

9. Insert the lar

10.

For your convenience this vacuum comes with a wall mounting support for storage.

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IMPORTANT!

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• Do not screw the rack to drywall only. Secure the screws to a stud.

• Do not hang from or sit on the vacuum when on mounting rack.

11. Align the two screw holes so that they are over a stud and secure the

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POLARIZED PLUG

To reduce the risk of electrical shock, this appliance has a polarized plug (one 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

DRY VACUUMING

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

ENTITLED ‘SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS & WARNINGS’. 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-BASE

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.

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1.

2. our

10 for installation instructions.)

3. Place the power head section back on the container, and secure it in place

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS: DRY VACUUMING

4. Insert the larger end of the hose into the vacuum port on the power head.

Push the required attachment onto the free end of the hose or extension.

5.

6. Turn the motor on by pressing the switch to the ‘I’ ON position and begin

7. Once you have completed vacuuming, press 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

LIQUID VACUUM CLEANING

WARNING: BE SURE TO

READ, UNDERSTAND, AND

APPLY INFORMATION,

ENTITLED ‘SAFETY

INSTRUCTIONS & WARNINGS’. 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-BASE 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.

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WARNING: DO NOT PLUG IN POWER CORD TO POWER OUTLET,

MAKE SURE PLUG IS DISCONNECTED BEFORE ASSEMBLING

THE WET/DRY VAC.

1.

2.

DO NOT USE THE REUSABLE CLOTH FILTER FOR LIQUID VACUUMING.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS – WET VACUUMING

3.

4. Verify that the switch is in the ‘O’ OFF position before plugging the power

5.

6. After use, empty the container, clean and dry the inside and outside before

IMPORTANT!

When vacuuming large quantities of liquids, do not immerse the nozzle completely in the liquid; leave a gap at the tip of the nozzle opening to action when the container reaches its maximum capacity. You will notice an increase in motor speed. When this happens, turn off the machine, disconnect from power supply, and drain the liquid into a suitable receptacle or drain. To turn the machine off and remove plug from power supply. Empty the container, clean and dry the inside and outside before storage.

REMEMBER!

BLOWING OPERATION

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WARNING: ALWAYS WEAR SAFETY GOGGLES COMPLYING WITH

ANSI Z87.1 (OR IN CANADA, CSAZ94.3) BEFORE USING BLOWER.

WARNING: KEEP BYSTANDERS CLEAR FOR BLOWING DEBRIS.

WARNING: WEAR A DUST MASK IF BLOWING CREATES DUST

THAT MIGHT BE INHALED.

1.

2. Make sure the container is empty before using as a blower.

3. Remove hose from the vacuum port.

4. Insert the larger end of the hose into the blowing port on the back side of the

5.

6.

MAINTENANCE & FILTER CLEANING

1.

2.

3.

4.

IMPORTANT!

ALWAYS USE DUST FILTER FOR DRY VACUUMING.

If the machine is used

NOTICE!

replace it immediately.

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WARNING: ALWAYS DISCONNECT THE PLUG FROM THE

POWER OUTLET BEFORE REMOVING THE POWER HEAD FROM

CONTAINER.

INSTALLING AND CLEANING REUSABLE

CLOTH FILTER

Installing Reusable Cloth Filter

1.

2. Remove power head and place in upside down position.

3.

4. Replace and lock the power head on to the container.

Removing and Cleaning Reusable Cloth Filter

1. With the removed power head in the upside down position.

2. indoors in living areas.

3.

4.

INSTALLING AND CLEANING FOAM CLOTH FILTER

Installing Foam Sleeve Filter

1.

2. Remove power head and place in upside down position. Follow instructions

3.

4. Replace the power head on to the container.

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Cleaning Foam Sleeve Filter

1. With the removed power head in the upside down position, carefully remove

2.

3.

TROUBLESHOOTING

WARNING! TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK -

ALWAYS DISCONNECT THE PLUG FROM THE POWER OUTLET

BEFORE TROUBLESHOOTING.

SYMPTOM

Vacuum will not operate.

POSSIBLE CAUSES

1. No power supply.

2. Faulty power cord.

3. Container full.

Dust comes from the motor cover.

is missing or damaged.

CORRECTIVE ACTION

1. Check power supply - cord, breakers, fuses.

2. Unplug and check the power cord. If damaged, have it repaired by a professional.

3. Empty Container.

1. Attach or replace the and motor/speed vibration.

1. There is a blockage in the nozzle, hose, or the vacuum inlets. Or the

1. Check nozzle, hose and inlets for blockage. Take

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EXPLODED VIEW AND PARTS

KEY NUMBER DRAWING NUMBER

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5

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6

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551200101

551012115

551012116

551012104

551012107

551098111

551012109

300447

300450

300455

551012108

300439 MANUAL PARTS LIST

DESCRIPTION

Handle

Power Head Assembly

Filter Cage

Water Seal Cup Assembly

Tank Assembly

Suction Seat

Mounting Rack Assembly

Rack Holder Assembly

1-1/4" Crevice Tool

2-IN-1 Utility Nozzle

2.5-4GAL VAC Foam Filter

2.5GAL VAC Cloth Filter

1-1/4"X4' Hose

QUANTITY

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1

1

1

1

1

1

1

1

1

1

1

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WARRANTY

We take pride in producing a high quality, durable product. This Channellock® 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. Warranty does not apply to defects due to direct or indirect abuse, negligence, misuse, accidents, repairs or alterations and lack of maintenance. legal rights, and you may have other rights, which vary form state to state. For product service call Customer Service at (866) 384-8432.

CHANNELLOCK and CHANNELLOCK BLUE are registered trademarks of Channellock, Inc.

www.channellockproducts.com

Manufactured in China for Do it Best Corp. A Licensee of Channellock, Inc.

Fort Wayne, Indiana 46801 www.doitbestcorp.com

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