Harbor Freight Tools 66163 User's Manual
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1. Filter 9 with clean soapy water Rinse the filter thor oughly Then allow to dry Use a soft brush or compressed air to clean out the Impeller area Reassemble the Auto Vacuum and store it in a clean dry safe location out of reach of children and other SKU 66163 For technical questions unauthorized persons See Figure B CONTAINER RELEASE BUTTON 3 COLLECTOR 2 FILTER 9 A IMPELLER FILTER SUPPORT FIGURE B 8 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING Procedures not specifically explained in this manual must be performed only by a qualified technician TO PREVENT AWARNING SERIOUS INJURY FROM ACCIDENTAL OPERATION Turn the Power Switch 5 of the Auto Vacuum to its OFF position and unplug the tool from the vehicle s cigarette lighter accessories outlet before performing any inspection maintenance or cleaning procedures TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM TOOL FAILURE Do not use damaged equipment If abnormal noise or vibration occurs have the problem corrected before further use please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 6 Cleaning Maintenance and Lubrication 1 BEFORE EACH USE inspect the general condition of the Auto Vac uum Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts cracked or broken parts damaged electrical wir ing and any other condition that may affect its safe operation 2 AFTER USE clean the external surfaces of the tool with a clean cloth Refer to2. SKU 66163 low persons unfamiliar with the 3 Auto Vacuum or these instructions to operate the power tool Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users Maintain Auto Vacuum Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the power tool s operation If dam aged have the power tool repaired 5 before use Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools Use the Auto Vacuum and its ac 6 cessories in accordance with these instructions taking into ac count the working conditions and the work to be performed Use of the power tool for operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation Service Have your Auto Vacuum serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained Additional Safety Warnings To avoid accidental fires do not vacuum anything that is burning 7 or smoking such as cigarettes matches hot ashes etc Do not attempt to vacuum combustible or flammable liquids Maintain labels and nameplates on the Auto Vacuum These carry important safety information If un readable or missing contact Harbor Freight Tools for a replacement A For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Avoid unintentional starting Pre pare to begin work before turning on the Auto Vacuum Do not
3. labeling and all other information provid ed with this product This is the safety alert symbol It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death DANGER indicates Ab DANGER a hazardous situation which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury AWARNING WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury ACAUTION CAUTION used with the safety alert symbol indicates a hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in minor or moderate injury SKU 66163 1 2 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 warnings and instructions Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock fire and or serious injury Save all warnings and instructions for future reference Work area safety a Keep work area clean and well lit Cluttered or dark areas invite acci dents b Do not operate the Auto Vacuum in explosive atmospheres such as in the presence of flammable liquids gases or dust Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes c Keep children and bystanders away while operating the Auto Vacuum Distractions can cause you to lose control Electrical safety a The 12 Volt Power Plug 11 of this Auto Vacuum must match the ve hicle cigarette lighter outlet Never modi
4. 12 VOLT WET DRY AUTO VACUUM exe l 1166163 SET UP AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Visit our website at http www harborfreight com Read this material before using this product Failure to do so can result in serious injury SAVE THIS MANUAL Copyright 2008 by Harbor Freight Tools All rights reserved No portion of this manual or any artwork contained herein may be reproduced in any shape or form without the express written consent of Harbor Freight Tools Diagrams within this manual may not be drawn proportionally Due to continuing improvements actual product may differ slightly from the product described herein Tools required for assembly and service may not be included For technical questions or replacement parts please call 1 800 444 3353 Revised Manual 10b SAVE THIS MANUAL Keep this manual for the safety warn ings and precautions assembly operating inspection maintenance and cleaning pro cedures Write the product s serial number in the back of the manual or month and year of purchase if product has no num ber Keep this manual and the receipt in a safe and dry place for future reference NOTICE not related to personal injury NOTICE is used to address practices CAUTION without CAUTION the safety alert symbol is used to address practices not related to personal injury General Safety Warnings IMPORTANT SAFETY WARNING Read all safety INFORMATION In this manual on the
5. Power Switch on invites accidents For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 d Do not overreach Keep proper footing and balance at all times This enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations e Dress properly Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry Keep your hair clothing and gloves away from moving parts Loose clothes jewelry or long hair can be caught in moving parts Power tool use and care a Avoid damage to the Auto Vac uum Do not connect this Auto Vacuum to an unfused circuit This product contains no internal fuse b Make sure any liquid vacuumed does not rise above the MAX mark on the Container 2 Empty the Container often when vacuuming liquids a Do not force the Auto Vacuum Use the correct power tool for your application The correct power tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed b Do not use the Auto Vacuum if the Power Switch 5 does not turn it on and off Any power tool that cannot be controlled with the Power Switch is dangerous and must be repaired c Disconnect the 12 Volt Power Plug 11 from the vehicle s cigarette lighter accessories outlet before making any adjustments changing accessories or storing the power tool Such preventive safety mea sures reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally d Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not al Page 3 D h Q
6. fy the Plug in any way b Avoid body contact with grounded surfaces such as pipes radiators ranges and refrigerators There is Page 2 SKU 66163 an increased risk of electric shock if your body is grounded c Do not expose this Auto Vacuum to rain Water entering the electric components of this product will in crease the risk of electric shock d Do not abuse the 12 Volt Power Cord Never use the Cord for carrying pulling or unplugging the Auto Vacuum Keep the Cord away from heat oil sharp edges or moving parts Damaged or entan gled cords increase the risk of electric shock Personal safety a Stay alert watch what you are do ing and use common sense when operating the Auto Vacuum Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs alcohol or medication A moment of inattention while operat ing power tools may result in serious personal injury b Use personal protective equip ment Always wear ANSI approved safety goggles Safety equipment such as NIOSH approved dust mask non skid safety shoes hard hat or hearing protection used for appropri ate conditions will reduce personal injuries O Prevent unintentional starting En sure the Power Switch 5 is in the off position before connecting to the vehicle s cigarette lighter out let picking up or carrying the tool Carrying power tools with your finger on the Power Switch or energizing power tools that have the
7. iquids insert the Liquid Pick Up Nozzle 7 into the opening at the end of the Collector 2 IM PORTANT Make sure that the liquid vacuumed does not rise above the MAX mark on the Collector See Figure A To power the Auto Vacuum insert the tool s 12 Volt Power Plug 11 into a vehicle s 12 volt cigarette lighter ac cessories outlet IMPORTANT In certain vehicles you may have to switch the ignition to the accessory mode before the Vacu um will operate See Figure A Press and hold the Power Switch 5 to run the Auto Vacuum While running the Power On Light 4 will illuminate See Figure A SKU 66163 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 5 FIGURE A POWER ON LIGHT 4 COLLECTOR POWER SWITCH 5 LARGE SMALL LIQUID 12 VOLT CREVISE CREVISE PICK UP POWER NOZZLE NOZZLE NOZZLE PLUG 6 10 7 11 5 Vacuum in any direction until the area is cleaned of dirt debris or liquid When finished release the Power Switch 5 to turn off the Auto Vacu um Then unplug the tool from the vehicle s cigarette lighter accessories outlet See Figure A Before storing thoroughly clean the Collector 2 Filter Support 8 Filter 9 and Impeller area of all dirt de bris and liquid To do so Press the Collector Release Button 3 to remove the Collector 2 Remove the Filter 9 from the Filter Support 8 Wash the Collector 2 Filter Sup port 8 and
8. ise Nozzle Qty 1 Large Crevise Nozzle Qty 1 UNPACKING When unpacking check to make sure that the item is intact and undamaged If any parts are missing or broken please 2 call Harbor Freight Tools at the number shown on the cover of this manual as soon as possible OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS SAFETY INFORMATION section at the beginning of this manual including all text under subheadings therein before set up or use of this product TO PREVENT AWARNING SERIOUS INJURY i Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT 3 FROM ACCIDENTAL A OPERATION Turn the Power Switch 5 of the Auto Vacuum to its OFF position and unplug the tool from the vehicle s cigarette lighter outlet before assembling or making any adjustments to the tool Note For additional information regarding the parts listed in the following pages refer to the Assembly Diagram near the end of this manual To pick up solids attach either the Long Nozzle 6 or the short Nozzle 10 to the Collector 2 as follows a To attach the sort Nozzle 1 push the short end of the Nozzle into the opening at the front end of the Col lector making sure that the deflec tor angle is in the same orientation as the tip of the Collector Push the Nozzle in until snug b To attach the long Nozzle 6 slide it over the end of the short nozzle again keeping in mind the orientation of the Nozzle opening with the angle of the Collec tor opening To pick up
9. leave the tool unattended when it is plugged into a vehicle s cigarette lighter accessories out let Turn off the tool and unplug it from its electrical outlet before leav ing This product is not a toy Keep it out of reach of children People with pacemakers should consult their physician s before use Electromagnetic fields in close prox imity to heart pacemaker could cause pacemaker interference or pacemak er failure In addition people with pacemakers should e Avoid operating alone e Do not use with power switch locked on e Properly maintain and inspect to avoid electrical shock e Any power cord must be properly grounded Ground Fault Circuit Inter rupter GFCI should also be imple mented it prevents sustained elec trical shock The warnings precautions and instructions discussed in this in struction manual cannot cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur It must be under stood by the operator that common sense and caution are factors which cannot be built into this product but must be supplied by the operator SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Page 4 SPECIFICATIONS 1 Plug Type 12 VDC Cigaretter Lighter Plug No Must be connected to a fused 12 volt Fuse Equipped Pe Wet amp Dry Hand Held Vacuum Features High Power Motor for Efficient Cleaning Detachable Container with Filter for Convenient Cleaning Liquid Pick Up Nozzle Qty 1 Accessories Small Crev
10. ly charged Replace the fuse Clean out Container and or Nozzle Openings Empty Container Clean out Filter and or Impeller area Note If product has no serial number record month and year of purchase instead Note Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only and are not avail able individually as replacement parts SKU 66163 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page PARTS LIST amp ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM C Pana Description aly Pans Description ay 2 Scor O eter Support Yt 3 ContainerRelease Buton 1 o Fier SC sSi 4 Poweronton 1 10 Smal Grevise Nozze 1 C 5 Power Switch 1 11 12 VotPowerPug 1 e t ge0revsenoze o oo SKU 66163 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 8
11. previous instructions for cleaning the Container 2 Filter Sup port 8 Filter 9 and Impeller area 3 AMWARNING Ifthe 12 Volt Power Cord Plug 11 of this Auto Vacuum is damaged it must be replaced only by a qualified service technician PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY THE MANUFACTURER AND OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE PARTS LISTANDASSEMBLY DIAGRAM IN THIS MANUAL AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONLY NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER OR DISTRIBUTOR MAKES ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND TO THE BUYER THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO MAKE ANY REPAIRS TO THE PRODUCT OR THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO REPLACE ANY PARTS OF THE PRODUCT IN FACT THE MANUFACTURER AND OR DISTRIBUTOR EXPRESSLY STATES THATALLREPAIRSAND PARTS REPLACEMENTS SHOULD BE UNDERTAKEN BY CERTIFIED AND LICENSED TECHNICIANS AND NOT BY THE BUYER THE BUYER ASSUMES ALL RISK AND LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER REPAIRS TO THE ORIGINAL PRODUCT OR REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO OR ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER INSTALLATION OF REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO TROUBLESHOOTING Auto Vacuum does not turn on No input power Vehicle s battery low Blown fuse Low or no suction Container full Filter and or Impeller area clogged Record Product s Serial Number Here Clogged Container and or Nozzle Openings Make sure 12 Volt Power Plug is properly connected to vehicle s 12 volt cigarette lighter outlet Make sure vehicle s battery is ful
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