How to Use a Shop-Vac With Water
- 1). Plug the Shop-Vac into the wall. These vacuums do not always have the longest power cord, so you may need an extension cord.
- 2). Power on the Shop-Vac. Like most other vacuums, the Shop-Vac is going to be loud.
- 3). Use the hose of the Shop-Vac to suck up all the water on the floor. Depending on the size of your Shop-Vac, you can soak up several gallons of water and liquid.
- 4). Power down the Shop-Vac, unplug it and roll it to an area where there is a sink or toilet. Remove the lid of the Shop-Vac. Depending on what size or model Shop-Vac you have, there may be a release button on the side or you just press down and twist the top lid. Lift up and pour the contents of the Shop-Vac down the drain or outside.
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