Craftsman 17965 Support Question
Craftsman 17965 Support Question
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Question posted by duckallen8 on June 13th, 2015
Remove Motor Assembly Cover
Some debris apparently is in the motor assembly (the filter had come off of the unit and was in the bottom of the drum). How do I remove the cover so we can determine if we can access the debris and clear it?
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Answer #1: Posted by TechSupport101 on June 14th, 2015 1:37 AM
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See the maintenance section of the manual here for the best walk through in accessing areas prone to host debris on the Vacuum model.
Related Craftsman 17965 Manual Pages
Owners Manual - Page 1
... for future use.
_I, WARNING:
FOR YOUR SAFETY,
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
CAREFULLY
SAVE THIS MANUAL
FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
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6 GALLON OR 9 GALLON
WET/DRY VAC
• safety • assembly • operation • maintenance • repair parts • Espahol- pagina 15
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. You should record both...
Owners Manual - Page 2
...Vac, always follow basic safety precautions including the following:
A, WARNING
- Dry debris ingested by or near children.
• Do not use with standard filter. Store indoors.
• Do not allow liquid to enter motor...described in the United States for ...Vac when plugged in use within one year from outlet when not in . Immediately stop using your Wet/Dry Vacuum cleaner ("Vac...
Owners Manual - Page 3
...or in your
Vac:
ServicinDgouble-InsulaWteedt/Dry
Vacs.
Donotputanyobjecitntoventilation openingDs.... Vacuuming fine debris with a humidifier. To reduce the frequency of hearing damage, wear ear protectors when using this Vac,...dust mask.
A WARNING: For your Vac
(AWGi)nsize.Toreducpeowelross, can deposit static charge on the motor
warnings housing of the air is low. explosive...
Owners Manual - Page 4
...Dry Materials
7
Vacuuming Liquids
7
Section
Page
Emptying the Drum Blowing Feature Maintenance Filter
Filter Cleaning Filter Removal and Replacement Cleaning a Dry Filter Cleaning a Wet Filter Cleaning and Disinfecting the
Wet/Dry Vac Casters
Storage Repair Parts
8 8 9 9 9 .... 9 10 10
10 10 10 12
Assembly
Remove entire contents of carton.
Notify your new Wet/Dry Vac...
Owners Manual - Page 5
... set aside.
2.
Be sure power assembly completely
covers the top of drum. 3. Remove the power assembly from coming off (see detail below).
6. Insert the caster stem into the bottom of the drum. Turn the drum upright.
NOTE: Power assembly must fit into the socket. Place power assembly on the floor.
3.
Head Assembly
, Power Head Assembly Notch
lure
Port
Stem Caster Ball...
Owners Manual - Page 6
... such as loss of suction, debris/liquid exiting exhaust, or abnormal motor noises. WARNING: To reduce the risk of Hose
Operation
_. Sparks inside the motor can ignite airborne flammables. Store indoors. • Do not handle plug, switch, or Vac with wet hands. • Do not service Vac while it around the unit as it to an independent...
Owners Manual - Page 7
... impeller and damaging the motor.
1. NOTE: A dry filter is necessary to install the proper outlet. Vacuuming Liquids
_i, WARNING: Do not operate without filter cage and float, as they prevent liquid from position "O" to position "1". When picking up large amounts of liquid the filter may appear in correct position to maintain peak Vac performance. Do not change...
Owners Manual - Page 8
... Sears Car Nozzle Stock No. 17839 is recommended for easy emptying of your Vac as a blower. Remove the power assembly. The 113.179675, 9-Gallon Wet/Dry Vac comes equipped with a drain for blowing debris. Locate blowing port of liquids. Turn Vac on a clean area while emptying drum.
4. Locking Hose End
g Port
A WARNING: Always wear safety eyewear complying with liquid or...
Owners Manual - Page 9
... to allow the filter
to maintain peak Vac performance. IMPORTANT: After cleaning, check the filter for wet or dry pick up on the filter tabs while pushing down on the outside edge of the filter until the rubber gasket on the Qwik Lock TM stud, which protrudes through the integrated filter plate, lift up . Filter Installation:
1. Filter Removal: 1.
Press firmly on...
Owners Manual - Page 10
... as described in this manual. After filter removal from the Vac. Cleaning A Wet Filter
After filter is gone. Let solution stand for 20 minutes, carefully swishing every few minutes, making sure to wet all inside wall of your hand on the roller shaft to dry completely before sealing the motor on the drum.
Dump debris out.
2.
The cord should be performed...
Owners Manual - Page 12
... SP6744
Description Rocker, Switch Cover Motor Assembly Motor Gasket Motor Upper Gasket Motor Lower Cord with Terminals Lid Screws Collector Scroll Gasket Lid
Filter Cage Assembly Filter Drum
Drain Cap Caster Foot with the words "DOUBLE INSULATED" and the symbol _-_ (square within a square) may also be added.
Stock Item - Servicing a double-insulated Wet/Dry Vac requires extreme care and...
Owners Manual - Page 28
... de Sears Brands, LLC .c Marque de commerce / .o Marque d_pos_e de Sears Brands, LLC
Part No. For Sears professional installation of home appliances and items like vacuums, lawn equipment, and electronics, call anytime for the locations of the nearest
Sears Parts & Repair Service Center
1-800-488-1222 (U.S.A.)
www.sears.com
1-800-469...
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