Maintenance - DeWalt DCV581HAM Instruction Manual

20 v max* li-ion 2-gallon corded/cordless wet/dry vacuum
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remove battery. To charge battery, insert it into your
D
WALT charger.
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Using the Appliance (Fig. A, D)
1. Attach the appropriate accessory to the hose 
2. Insert D
WALT battery pack or plug into a 120V
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wall outlet.
3. To turn machine on, press the I/O (on/off) button 
Fig. D
Vacuum Cleaning
To Empty Tank (Fig. E)
The sound of the motor changes and suction is reduced
when the tank is full.
1. Turn machine off. Unplug it from any power source, and
remove the battery pack.
2. Unlatch tank latches 
the tank.
3. Empty contents of tank into suitable container.
4. Clean or change filter 
this manual.
Fig. E
5. Inspect machine for damage by foreign objects. Contact
the nearest D
WALT authorized service center for
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replacement of damaged or missing parts.
6. Replace power head onto the tank and latch securely.
nOTE: The machine must be used in the upright position at
all times to prevent unwanted actuation of the Automatic
Vacuum Shutoff. If unwanted actuation should happen, turn
off the motor and wait until the motor stops turning. Turn
the motor on again and suction will be restored.
Filter
Filter Care (Fig. F)
The HEPA wet/dry filter 
 5 
is a long life filter. To be effective in minimizing dust
recirculation the filters MUST be installed correctly and in
good condition.
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 2 
and remove power head from
 4 
. See Filter section of
 5 
5
4
included with this vacuum
nOTE: Never operate without a filter in place. A clean filter
is the most important factor in the operation and efficiency
of any vacuum. If the filter becomes clogged beyond
cleaning, damaged, or fails to operate properly, replace only
.
with genuine D
To Clean or Change the Filter (Fig. E, F)
1. Turn machine off. Unplug it from any power source, and
.
 3 
remove the battery pack.
2. Unlatch the tank latches 
from the tank. Twist the filter 
from the power head.
Fig. F
3. Clean the filter by shaking off excess dust, tapping into
a waste receptacle, then rinsing under running water.
Depending on the condition of the filter, a water wash is
not always required. Do not use a brush to clean filter.
4. Reinstall and secure the filter onto power head by
twisting the filter to the left.
5. Replace power head onto the tank and secure latches.
Blower (Fig. A)
The blower function can be used to remove debris from
behind small spaces, to dry a damp floor, to blow grass
clippings or leaves from an outside walk, patio, etc.
To Use as a Blower
1. Empty the tank following the instructions under the
Vacuum Cleaning section of this manual.
2. Twist the vacuum hose 
3. Insert the hose into the side exhaust port 
to secure.

MAINTENANCE

WARNING: To reduce the risk of serious personal
injury, turn unit off and remove the battery pack
before making any adjustments or removing/
installing attachments or accessories. An
accidental start-up can cause injury.
Empty the vacuum often, especially when wet debris is
in the canister.
MAINTAIN TOOL WITH CARE. Keep the side exhaust port
clean and unblocked for best and safest performance.
Do not attempt to repair the vacuum. To assure
product safety and reliability, repairs, maintenance,
and adjustments should be performed by authorized
D
WALT service centers.
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WALT replacement filters.
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 4 
and remove the power head
 5 
to the right to remove it
5
 2 
to remove.
 6 
and twist
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