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HomeMy WebLinkAbout307.004 - Commercial Wet Vacuum TRAINING AND EQUIPMENT MANUAL SALVAGE EQUIPMENT 307.004 COMMERCIAL WET VAC EFFECTIVE: October 2007 Current Revision Date: 12/18/18 Next Revision Date: 12/18/23 Author’s Name/Rank: Matthew Thompson, Firefighter Review Level: 1 PURPOSE Familiarize members with the operation, care, and maintenance of the Dayton 4YE62 wet vacuum (See Figure 1). Figure 1 Section 307.004 Page 1 of 3 APPLICATION The Dayton 4YE62 wet vacuum is a commercial grade shop vacuum, which should be used for water only. It can be requested and delivered by shop personnel. OPERATIONAL POLICY This section intentionally left blank. OPERATIONAL GUIDELINE This section intentionally left blank. PROCESS Operating Instructions The start/stop switch is located on the head of the machine. Ensure all three latches on the head are clamped before operation. The machine has a ball-float shutoff valve (See Figure 2). When the liquid raises the float; the air stops moving through the machine. To remove liquid from the tank: 1. Unplug the machine. 2. Push the machine to a drain or suitable dump location. 3. Unscrew the cap (located at the rear bottom of the unit) and drain the water (See Figure 3). Figure 2 Figure 3 Section 307.004 Page 2 of 3 Care and Maintenance After each use: 1. Clean the outside of the machine with a clean, dry cloth. 2. Remove the head by unlatching the three latches. 3. Set the vacuum head on its side. 4. Rinse out the tank. 5. Remove the float cage. 6. Remove the foam filter and wash. 7. Replace the filter and cage. 8. Fasten the three latches. INFORMATION The Dayton 4YE62 wet vacuum is stored in the Fresno Fire Department Air Shop. The unit can be delivered by shop personnel. The vacuum consists of a vacuum head, 65-liter tank, cart, vacuum hose, and wand/head. Approximate weight when empty is 45 pounds. For more information, access the Operating Instructions and Parts Manual at the following link: Dayton Electric, Operating Instructions and Parts Manual, 4YE62 and 4YE63 (March 2013). DEFINITIONS This section intentionally left blank. CROSS REFERENCES No cross references recognized. Section 307.004 Page 3 of 3