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Sears owners manual CRAFTSMAN HOME-N-SHOP VAC WITH 4 WHEEL CASTER ASSEMBLY Daalgnad aicluilvaly for and aeld only by SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO*, U.S.A. SIMPSONS-SEARS LIMITED* CANADA 8004 1038 SCF-ALLF-00017 assembly CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION Do not pick up explosive dusts or flammable, volatile liquids. Do not operate in an explosive atmosphere of flammable gases, or dusts. Do not operate without dust filters in place except when picking up water. Keep filters clean. Replace filters if worn or broken. RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION 1. Ground the outlet box to prevent shocks. See OPERATION. 2. Use the proper extension cord to prevent fires and wiring damage. See OPERATION. 3. Read MAINTENANCE instructions before re placing brush assembly or disassembling of motor-blowers: Disassembly of this unit can result in dangerous electrical hazard if any leads (wires) are pinched against metal surfaces when unit is reassembled. ASSEMBLY The key numbers in the instructions refer to the illustrations and repair parts list. 1. Remove the caster assembly canon from in side the top flap of main carton. 2. Assemble as shown Figure 1. Tighten all screws except (Key No. 24). CUSTOMER'S RESPONSIBILITIES 1. DO make sure the voltage supply agrees with nameplate before unit is plugged in. 2. DO empty tank often to insure full power and cool motor operation. 3. DO replace bbth brushes when either is worn to about 'A" in length or approximately 750 operating hours. 4. DO disassemble corner nozzle from hose and hose from inlet on tank after each use. 5. DO use cloth filter with paper filter on dry applications. 6. DO inspect gasket on edge of lid after each removal for wrinkling and pull away. 7. DON'T operate motor unless filter bags are in proper position. 8. DON'T allow dust drum to get full. 3. Remove total vacuum cleaner unit from carton. 4. Carefully remove the lid by pushing down and in toward the motor on the locking springs and lift up. Next remove the flexible hose, comer nozzle, filter bags, and all other articles from inside the tank. 5. Turn tank upside down and place caster as sembly upside down on bottom of tank. (See Figure 2). 6. Push caster feet (Key No. 26) in snugly against tank and tighten screws (Key No. 24) (See Figure 3). 7. Turn tank and caster assembly upright. Tank is now held firmly in place when rolling. Tank may be snapped in and out of the caster assembly for emptying by placing foot on caster foot (Key No. 26) lightly & lifting tank. 9. DON'T pick up hot materials. 10. DON'T lubricate motor or blower bearings. 11. DON'T jerk the power cord to remove the plug from the socket. 12. DON'T pick up water with filters in place. 8. CAUTION; For Dry Pickup - install dust filter bags. a. Place filter bag guards (Key No. 17, page 6) on motor-blower asm. Key No. 31 and 32, page 6). b. Place cloth filter bags (Key No. 18) over filter bag guards (See Fig. 4A). 2 1 8004 1039 3 assembly and operation Fig. 5 c. Make sure the bags are up on the blower housings as far as they will go and fit over the formed wire loops on the bag guards. d. Place the paper filter bags (Key No. 19) over the cloth filter bags. e. Stretch the two rubber bands (Key No. 20) and push down and around the bottom of each paper bag. Make sure the cloth bags are completely covered and the rubber bands fit between formed wire C> loops of guard and cover (See Fig. 4B). 9. Wet Pickup -- See OPERATION pg. 4, item 2, how to operate for wet pickup. 10. Replace the lid (Key No. 30) on the tank (Key No. 28) and push down and out on . the locking handle (Key No. 11) to lock them under the lip on the tank (See Figure 5). 11. Insert either end of flexible hose (Key No. 7) into the intake ferrule (Key No. 9) (See Fig* ^ ure 6). Fasten the corner nozzle (Key No. L ; 8) to the free end of the flexible hose (See Figure 7). The HOME-N-SHOP VAC is now ready for use. Fig. 7 OPERATION Before starting the HOME-N-SHOP VAC follow the instructions in the next two paragraphs. GROUNDING-This vacuum is equipped with an Underwriter's Laboratories approved 3 prong plug for your safety. The longer prong in this plug is connected through the power cord to the vacuum lid. HCMl CM* When the plug is insert* ed in a properly ground ed receptacle box, it will protect the user from shock, should the motor insulation for MKf wm ao IS www any reason fail. If you use an extension cord with this vacuum, it should also be 3 wire. Since many receptacle boxes in present construction will not have provisions for 3 prong plugs, an 'adapter is included with this vacuum. Make sure grounding lead is firmly attached to a grounded receptacle box as shown above, before attempting to operate the vacuum. 'Not used in Canada. Extension Cords-The use of any Extension Cord will cause some loss of power. To keep to a mini mum and to prevent overheating and motor burn out, use the table below to determine the MINI MUM wire size (A. W. G.) Extension Cord. 8004 1040 operation and maintenance Extension Cord Length 0- 50 Feet 50-100 Feet Wire Size A. W. G. No. 14 No. 12 1. TO OPERATE FOR DRY PICKUP - Insert electric plug into 110-120 V. 60 Cycle outlet only. Both motors on your vac are equipped with a separate switch. For most cleaning both motors are required; either one or both motors can be turned on as needed. Use in manner similar to household vacuum cleaner. To empty tank disconnect plug from outlet, re move lid and empty the contents of the tank into a trash can. For blowing, use the exhaust ferrule (Key No. 4) instead of the intake ferrule (Key No. 9). CAUTION: Never operate motors for dry pick up without cloth filter bags (Key No. 18) and paper filter bags (Key No. 19) properly mounted over filter bag guards (Key No. 17). See ASSEMBLY. Immediately replace a torn, ripped or excessive worn paper bag. 2. TO OPERATE FOR WET PICKUP - Discon nect plug from outlet. Remove lid from the tank. Remove paper and cloth filter from filter bag guard. (Do Not Use Filters For Wet Pickup). Empty all scraps and shavings from drum. Replace lid on tank and plug in. Both motors on your vac are equipped with a separate switch. This allows you to have the power you need, either one or both motors can be turned on as needed. Use in same manner as when using for Dry Pickup, except move nozzle across floor slowly. A special water pickup nozzle was designed for maximum pickup. This is Cat. No. 9-17817, and is available at your local Sears store. This unit has a float on each motor which will auto matically stop the suction when the tank is full of water. When the floats stop the suction, the motors will audibly pick up speed. When this happens, drain water remaining in hose into tank by raising hose above tank and turn the switches off. To empty tank, disconnect plug from outlet and roll unit to drain, remove expansion plug from lower side of unit Remove the lid from the tank and empty remaining contents of water from tank. Rinse hose, tank, inside of cover, and nozzle, with clear water after using as Wei Pickup Unit. Allow parts to dry before using for Dry Pickup. Replace expansion plug in tank and tighten securely! Replace filters on filter guards. Replace lid on tank and unit is ready for Dry Pickup. MAINTENANCE CAUTION: When servicing motor or blower unplug power cord first 1. TO REPLACE BRUSHES ON MOTOR a. Remove the brush holder cap. (See Fig. 8). b. Slide out brush and spring. c. Replace with new brush and spring and slide into motor. Replace brush holder cap. d. Be sure to replace second brush in similar manner. 2. DISASSEMBLY OF MOTOR-BLOWER ASSEMBLY The field assembly (Key No. 11, page 8, and Key No. 12, page 10) brush clip terminal must be replaced in brush holder (Key No. 6, page 8. and page 10) in the same direction as dis assembled. All field assembly leads must be at top and be replaced in a clockwise direction when looking at top of motor. See exploded views (Key No. 31, page 8, and Key No. 32, page 10). 3. For dry pickup, replace paper filter bags when emptying tank. The cloth bags can be cleaned by shaking; or vacuuming off, but paper filter bags must be in place. Fine particles will clog filter quickly requiring more frequent cleaning. REPAIR SERVICE AND PARTS-AII fine tools, on occasion, may require service or the replace ment of parts due to wear from normal use. To prolong the life of your unit when repairs are needed, call on your nearest Sears Retail or Catalog Store. Please don't risk possible additional cost or damage to the unit through inexperienced repairs. Sears Servicemen are factory trained. . J 4 8004 1041 accessory parts . REO. TAAOCMAAK CRAFTSMAN HOME-N-SHOP VAC ACCESSORY PARTS These Inexpensive accessories add greatly to the utility and convenience of the Vac in performing hundreds of cleaning jobs. These items are available from your nearest Sears Retail or Catalog Order Store. The above recommended acceuoriei ara currant and were availabla at tima thii manual wa printed. 5 8004 1042 8004 1043 HOME-N-SHOP VAC CRAFTSMAN HOME*N-SHOP VAC-MODEL NUMBER 758.17831 Key No. 1 2* 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 Part No. 163098 161754 14311 14326 11947-01 163162 13325 14277 14314 14312 14317-01 11969-01 14313 13354 450123 14319 14318 14329 14276 14283 Description Screw, #6 x 3/8 Phillips Pan HD., Type B Screw, #4 x 3/8 Phillips Pan HD., Sheet Metal Nameplate Ferrule With Screen Collector Screw, #8 x 1/2 Phillips Pan Head, Type B Hose Assembly Corner Nozzle Ferrule Gasket Handle Handle Clamp Retaining Ring Float Assembly Screw, 10-24 x 1/2 Phillips Round Head, Type 23 Guide . Guard Filter Bag, Cloth - Filter Bag, Paper Rubber Band 3" x 3/8" Key Part No. No. Description 21 13968 Plug Assembly 22 14692 Tie . 23 15366 Screw, #10-24 x 1/2 Long Slotted Head, (Type 23) 24 9426089 Screw, #8 x 1/2 Long Stoned P8n Head, Type AB 25 14333 Caster 26 14332 Caster Foot 27 16419-01 Caster Tube 28 13059 Tank Sub Assembly 29 14261 Gasket (Lid) 30 17187 Lid With Gasket Assembly 31 14551 Motor-Blower Assembly 32 14552 Motor-Blower Assembly With Cords 16677 Owners Manual (Not lllus.) *Standard Hardware Item -- May Be Purchased Locally CRAFTSMAN GUARANTEE During the first year, we will repair the Craftsman Home-N-Shop Vac, free pf charge if defective in material or workmanship. This guarantee is available by simply returning the Vac to our stores or service centers throughout the United States and Canada. SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO. 7 8004 1044 CRAFTSMAN HOME-N-SHOP VAC-MODEL NUMBER 758.17831 8004 1045 CRAFTSMAN HOME-N-SHOP VAC-MODEL NUMBER 758.17831 Key Part No. No. Description Key Part No. No. Description 1 15540 Switch 11 15551 Field Assembly 2 18032 Screw, #8-32 x 3/8 Long, 12 15539 Bearing Retainer Type-23, Phillips Oval Hd. 13 15544-15 Housing Cover 3 15709-15 Cover Plate 14 9427238 Screw, #8-32 x 3/4 Long, 4 15536 Screw. #8-32 x 5/16 Long, Type-23, Phillips Pan HD. iO Type-23, Phillips Fillister Hd. 15 18470 Armature & Blower Assembly 5 15549-15 Housing 16 15531 Pressure Ring 6 15548 Brush Holder 17 13873 Connector 7 15546 Brush & Spring 18 15538 Clip 8 15547 Brush Cap 19 15543 Screen 9 15537 Retainer 20 15303 Nameplate 10 9416323 Screw, #8-32 x 7/16 Long. Type-23, Phillips Pan HD. 21 15710 22 13949 Hole Plug Bushing x 3VA dOHS-N-aiAlOH CRAFTSMAN HOME-N-SHOP VAC--MODEL NUMBER 758.17831 8004 1047 CRAFTSMAN HOME-N-SHOP VAC--MODEL NUMBER 758.17831 8004 1048 Key Part No. No. Description Key Part No. No. Description 1 15722 Interconnecting Cord Assembly 13 15539 Bearing Retainer 2 15540 Switch 14 15544-15 Housing Cover 3 18032 Screw. #8-32 x 3/8 Long, Type-23. Phillips Oval HD. 15 9427238 Screw, #8-32 x 3/4 Long, Type-23, Phillips Pan HD. 4 15709-15 Cover Plate 16 18470 Armature & Blower Assembly 5 15549-15 Housing 17 15531 Pressure Ring 6 15548 Brush Holder 18 13775 Connector 7 15546 Brush & Spring 19 15538 Clip 8 15547 Brush Cap ' 20 15543 Screen 9 15537 Retainer 21 15302 Nameplate 10 9416323 Screw, #8-32 x 7/16 Long, 22 15719 Type-23, Phillips Pan HD. 23 13949 11 15536 Screw. #8-32 x 5/16 Long, Type-23. Phillips Fillister HD. ' 24 15723 12 15551 Field Assembly 25 15590 26 15591 Lead Bushing Cord Assembly Lead Assembly Lead OVA dOHS-N-3MIOH Sears owners manual CRAFTSMAN HOME-N-SHOP VAC ~ WITH 4 WHEEL CASTER ASSEMBLY MODEL NO. 758.17831 HOW TO ORDER REPAIR PARTS SEARS SERVICE IS AT YOUR SERVICE WHEREVER YOU LIVE OR MOVE IN THE U.SA The Model Number will be found on the name plate attached to the lid of the HOME-NSHOP VAC. Always mention the Model Number when requesting service or repair parts for your CRAFTSMAN HOME-N-SHOP VAC. All parts listed herein may be ordered through SEARS, ROE BUCK AND CO. or SIMPSONS-SEARS LIMITED. When ordering parts by mail, selling prices will be furnished on request or parts will be shipped at prevailing prices and you will be billed accordingly. ' WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYS GIVE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION AS SHOWN IN THIS LIST. 1. The PART NUMBER 2. The PART DESCRIPTION 3. The NAME of ITEM-- HOME-N-SHOP VAC 4. The MODEL NUMBER 758.17831 Your Sears merchandise takes on added value when you dis cover that Sears has over 2,000 Service Units throughout the country. Each is staffed by Sears-trained, professional technicians using Sears approved parts and methods. > 16677 Rev. C Designed exclusively for and sold only by SEARS, ROEBUCK AND CO., U.S.A. SIMPSONS-SEARS LIMITED, CANADA Printed in U.S.A. t/72 8004 1049