Choosing the Correct Filter
WARNING: To reduce the risk of
damage to the Vacuum, do not run
motor with float in raised position.
A Filter Bag or cartridge Filter
should be used and positioned
correctly during all vacuuming
operations, to avoid debris leaks
and possible damage to the vacuum
motor.
There are a variety of Filters available for
WORKSHOP
®
Wet/Dry Vacuums. The
Filters you choose should depend upon the
task you are performing. Not all available
Filters are included with each model, but
they may be purchased a from retailers
carrying WORKSHOP Wet/Dry Vacuums or
from www.WORKSHOPvacs.com.
The available Filters include:
1. Filter Bag
a. The available Filter Bag is catalog
number WS01025F.
b. The Filter Bag is intended for
cleaning up dry debris ONLY.
c. Removal of the Filter Bag is highly
recommended for wet pick-ups. If
debris being picked up has any
moisture, the bag will absorb the
moisture, making the bag non-
functional.
d. If using this vacuum for fine dust
pick-up such as spackling or flour,
it is not recommended to use the
provided Filter Bag. To pick-up very
fine dust, it is recommended to use
the Half-Height Fine Dust Pleated
Paper Cartridge Filter, catalog
number WS12045F.
e. See "Filter Removal and
Installation" section for directions on
how to change Filter Bag.
OPERATION (continued)
2. Half-Height Pleated Paper Cartridge
Filters
a. The available Half Height Pleated
Paper Cartridge Filters include
catalog numbers
WS11045F (Standard) and
WS12045F (Fine Dust).
b. Each of these Pleated Paper
Cartridge filters is intended for
cleaning up dry debris, however
when maintained properly, small
amounts of liquid will not cause
damage to the filter. When picking
up larger amounts of liquid, the
Pleated Paper Cartridge Filter will
become saturated, misting may
appear in the vacuum's exhaust,
and the Filter may be damaged.
After using the Vac to pick up small
amounts of liquid, the pleated
Paper Cartridge Filter must be
dried to avoid mildew and damage.
c. If you are using your vacuum to
pick up very fine dust, it will be
necessary for you to empty the
drum and clean the Filter at more
frequent intervals to maintain peak
vacuum performance.
d. See "Filter Removal and
Installation" section for directions on
how to change the Pleated Paper
Cartridge Filter.
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