Shop-Vac 5 Gallon 4.5 Peak HP Stainless Wet/Dry Vac

If something's not right

• Loss of suction

  Likely cause: The filter is clogged

  Fix: Replace Part — Clean it first — shake or brush off dirt, or rinse from the inside and let it dry about 24 hours; replace it if it's damaged. · Shop-Vac 9030400 Cartridge Filter

  Source: manufacturer

• Loss of suction

  Likely cause: A loose hose connection, a full tank, or a hole in the hose

  Fix: Check or Adjust — Tighten the hose connection, empty the tank, or replace a holed hose.

  Source: manufacturer

• Dust blowing out of the exhaust

  Likely cause: The filter is missing, damaged, clogged, or too coarse for the dust

  Fix: Replace Part — Install the filter properly, clean it, or replace it. · Shop-Vac 9030400 Cartridge Filter

  Source: manufacturer

• Motor pitch rises and suction drops while picking up water

  Likely cause: The tank is full and the float has shut off suction

  Fix: Check or Adjust — Turn it off immediately and empty the tank.

  Source: manufacturer

• Mist in the exhaust during wet pickup

  Likely cause: The filter is saturated, or the inlet deflector isn't fitted right

  Fix: Check or Adjust — Remove the filter and let it dry, or swap in a dry one; refit the inlet deflector facing the top of the tank. A foam sleeve is best for wet pickup.

  Source: manufacturer

What keeps the 5 Gallon 4.5 Peak HP Stainless Wet/Dry Vac running