Craftsman 9 Gallon Shop Manual

Safety
Assembly
Operation
Maintenance
Parts
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Operator’s Manual 
9 Gallon Wet/Dry Vacuum
Model No. 125.12005
Sears Brands Management Corporation, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A
www.craftsman.com
CAUTION: Before using this 
product, read this manual 
and follow all its Safety Rules 
and Operating Instructions. 

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 Warranty
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL 
INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS
VACUUM 
Read and understand this operators 
manual and all labels on the Wet/Dry 
Vacuum cleaner before operating. Safety is 
a combination of common sense, staying 
alert and knowing how your vacuum works. 
Use this Wet/Dry Vac only as described in 
this manual. To reduce the risk of personal 
injury or damage to your Wet/Dry Vac, use 
only Craftsman recommended accessories.
Household Type 
SAVE THIS MANUAL...

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Extension Cords
  starting, unplug power cord before 
  changing or cleaning fi lter.
• Do not leave Wet/Dry Vac unattended 
  when plugged in. Unplug from outlet 
  when not in use and before servicing.  
• Turn off Wet/Dry Vac before unplugging.
• Do not put any object into ventilation 
  openings. Do not vacuum with any 
  ventilation openings blocked; keep free 
  of dust, lint, hair or anything that may 
  reduce air fl ow.
• Keep hair, loose clothing, fi ngers, and 
  all parts of body away from...

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Introduction
Table of Contents
Read this operators manual to 
familiarize yourself with the product 
features and to understand the specifi c 
usage of your new Wet/Dry Vac. This Wet/Dry Vac is intended for 
vacuuming wet and dry materials and 
may be used as a blower.
Section Page
Warranty ................................................. 2
  Important Safety Instructions ........... 2
 Polarized Plug .................................... 3
Extension Cords ..................................... 3...

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Assembly
Remove entire contents of carton and 
check for parts inside the collection 
tank. Check each item against the 
Carton Contents List.  If any parts are 
missing or damaged please call 
1-800-469-4663 for replacement.A
C
D
F
GH
I
JK E
B
Blower Port
Handle
Collection Tank
Latch
Caster Assemblies
On/Off Switch
Power Head
Vacuum Port
Caster
Drain
Hose Storage Rack
Carton Content List 
Key       Description........................Qty.
A             Vac Assembly.........................1
B...

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Assembly (continued)
A Phillps head screw driver is required.
UNPACKING YOUR WET/DRY 
VACUUM & GENERAL ASSEMBLY
1.  Verify that the power cord is 
     disconnected from the outlet.  
     (Fig. 1)
2.  Undo the latches.  (Fig. 2) 
3.  Lift the power head off the collection  
 
     tank and place on a fl at clean  
     surface. (Fig. 3) 
4.  
Remove the contents from inside the 
     collection tank, make sure you have 
     all contents as listed on carton 
     content list on page 5.  (Fig. 4)
5....

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Operation
Vacuuming Dry Materials
!
1.  Verify that the power cord is
     disconnected from the outlet. (Fig. 1)
2.  For dry vacuuming, the cartridge fi lter
     must be installed correctly. To verify,
     please refer to Installing Cartridge Filter
     on page 10.
3.  Place the power head back on the
     collection tank, and secure it in place
     using the latches. (Fig. 2)
4.  Insert the locking end of the hose into
     the vacuum port and lock in place. 
     (Fig. 3). 
5.  Choose the desired...

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Operation (continued)
Vacuuming Liquids
!
!
1.  Verify that the power cord is
     disconnected from the outlet. (Fig. 1)
2.  Remove cartridge fi lter as shown in
     Removing and Cleaning Cartridge  
     Filter on page 10. Then install the 
     foam sleeve fi lter as shown in 
     Installing Foam Sleeve Filter on page 
     12 and secure power head back on 
     the collection tank.
DO NOT USE THE CARTRIDGE FILTER
FOR LIQUID VACUUMING.
3.  Fit the desired nozzle to the vacuum
     hose. (Fig. 2)
4....

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Operation (continued)
Blowing Feature
WARNING:   Always wear safety goggles complying with ANSI Z87.1 (or in 
                     Canada, CSA Z94.3) before using blower.
WARNING:   Keep bystanders clear from blowing debris.
WARNING:   Wear a dust mask if blowing creates dust that might be inhaled. !
!
!
This Wet/Dry Vac has blowing capabilities.
To use the blower feature follow the
instructions listed.
1.  Verify that the power cord is
     disconnected from the outlet. (Fig. 1)
2.  Make sure the...

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Emptying the Collection Tank
Installing & Cleaning the Supplied Cartridge Filter
Maintenance
1.  Verify that the power cord is
     disconnected from the outlet. (Fig. 1)
2.  Disconnect the hose from the vacuum.
     (Fig. 2)
3.  Undo the latches and remove the power
     head from the collection tank. (Fig. 3) 
     Place power head on a soft, clean 
     surface upside down.
4.  Clear all dirt or debris from the collection 
     tank and hose into a proper waste 
     container. (Fig. 4) 
5.  Clean...