FAQ – Wet and Dry Vacuums
Why does the main filter clog up quickly when picking up fine dust (e.g. when working with electric power tools)?
Cause:
Dust is expelled from the vacuum – why?
Cause:
Vacuum cannot be set to stage 2 (automatic on/off facility for electric power tools)?
Cause:
Why does the (NT) vacuum have no suction power?
Cause:
The vacuum switches itself off?
Cause:
Cause:
- Filter bag has been forgotten. (Suitability for picking up fine dust is limited when filter bag is not fitted)
- Always fit a filter bag.
Dust is expelled from the vacuum – why?
Cause:
- Suction hose is faulty or not properly engaged.
- Filter missing or faulty.
- Filter bag has not been fitted.
- Check suction hose and filter, engage properly or replace if necessary.
- Fit a filter bag.
Vacuum cannot be set to stage 2 (automatic on/off facility for electric power tools)?
Cause:
- Stage 2 is designed for operation with electric power tools only.
- The vacuum starts when the electric power tool is switched on. Vacuum continues running for about 15-20 seconds after the electric power tool is switched off and then shuts down.
Why does the (NT) vacuum have no suction power?
Cause:
- Filter bag is full.
- Cartridge filter or flat filter is dirty.
- Tool, tube or hose blocked.
- Fit a new filter bag.
- Clean the cartridge/flat filter.
- Clean the tool, tube and hose.
The vacuum switches itself off?
Cause:
- Waste container is full.
- Level sensors and the housing are wet. This can create a damp bridge.
- Empty the waste container.
- Allow the unit to dry.
- Clean the level sensors.