How To Get The MOST From Your SL-3 / SL-5
FAST START Steps To Getting You Up And Running Using The SL-3 / SL-5
How To Assemble Your SL-3 / SL-5 Vacuum
Step 1
To connect hose, loosen the ribbed nut by one full rotation counter clockwise.
Step 2
Insert the steel hose cuff and tighten the ribbed nut until it's snug.
Step 3
For the SL-5, attach the hose stabilizer to the base of the tank. Once connected, the SL-5 can be dragged by the vacuum hose to prevent tipping.
Step 4
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How to Operate Your SL-3 / SL-5 Vacuum
Do This Before Powering On Vacuum
Step 1
Unlock the latches on both sides of the vacuum tank.
Step 2
Remove the motor head from the tank. Inspect the filter condition to make sure it's not clogged from previous use and ensure that it is secured to the motor.
Step 3
Inspect the cloth filter and gasket to ensure it is in good condition with no tears.
Step 4
Inspect the tank and make sure that paper bag is installed correctly on the intake.
(SL-3 only)
(SL-3 only)
Step 5
Attach motor head back on the vacuum tank. Ensure the latches lock into position.
Step 6
Plug the power cable into 120V (50/60Hz) North American power receptacle.
Step 7
The machine is now ready to be turned on for use.
How to Use a Powerbrush On Your Vacuum
Part # 1F13500—Wessel Werk EBK360LED Power Brush for Centaur Vacuums. Comes as a complete kit, including: Power Head with LED front lighting and 5 depth adjustments, stainless steel telescopic wand & 10ft electrified hose with “gas pump" style handle with ON/OFF switch.
Step 1
Insert the steel hose cuff of the powerhead hose into the intake on the vacuum. Tighten the ribbed nut to secure the hose.
Step 2
Locate the power receptacle on the motor head.
Step 3
Insert the power cable from the power brush hose.
Step 4
Turn the vacuum on, followed by turning on the power brush from the handle.
How To Manage and Care For The Filters On Your SL-3 Vacuum
The SL-3 is equipped with 3-stage filtration. The first filter stage is the paper bag. The second filter stage is a washable cloth filter and third filter stage is the Micron filter. It is very important to ensure that the filters and gasket are mounted correctly, to ensure optimal suction performance. The cloth filter can be machine or hand washed (remove from cage ) for cleaning.
Step 1
To remove the Micron filter, place the motor head on a flat surface and pull the Micron filter straight up with your hands.
Step 2
To install the Micron filter, place the motor head on a flat surface and simply push the Micron filter straight down.
Step 3
Press down until the filter gasket meets the lower motor support.
Step 4
The cloth filter is equipped with a support cage. To install the cage, place it inside of the cloth filter. Pull the cloth filter up, where the upper ring of the cage is aligned with the upper ring channel of the gasket.
Step 5
The upper ring of the cage must be inserted into the upper ring channel of the gasket.
Step 6
This picture illustrates the correct mounting position of the cage inside of the cloth filter and gasket.
Step 7
Insert the cloth filter with cage into the vacuum tank. Press down until flush with the top edge of tank.
Step 8
This picture illustrates the position of the cloth filter inserted into the vacuum tank and the motor head has been reattached.
Step 9
Paper bags are available for the 12L Capacity SL-3 tank in packs of 10 (1E46400), packs of 100 (1E46401) or packs of 440 units (1E46402).
How to Manage and Care for The Filters On Your SL-5 Vacuum
The SL-5 is equipped for dual stage filtration. The first stage is the cloth filter and the second stage is the Micron filter. It is very important that the filters and gasket are mounted correctly, to ensure optimal suction performance. For information on removing or mounting the Micron filter, please refer to the "How to Manage and Care For the Filters on Your SL-3"
Step 1
The SL-5 is equipped with a foam filter protector. Ensure that it is in place before operation.
Step 2
This picture illustrates the proper fitted position of the cloth filter and gasket.
Step 3
This picture illustrates the improper position of the cloth filter and gasket. Notice the gasket has not been pressed down and properly inserted over the top edge of the tank.
Step 4
This picture illustrates the correct installation of the filter on the right side.
Step 5
The filter must be pressed downwards on the top edge of the vacuum tank. This may also require stretching of the outside edge of the gasket allowing it to sit properly on the edge of the tank.
Filters for SL-3 / SL-5 Vacuum Cleaner
Disposable Paper Bag
Disposable paper bag for SL-3 and Silento 30/31 Dry vacs.
| Item | Part # |
|---|---|
| Disposable Paper Bag | various |
| Includes | Part # |
|---|---|
| Disposable Paper Bag (10) | 1E46400 |
| Disposable Paper Bag (100) | 1E46401 |
| Disposable Paper Bag (440) | 1E46402 |
Washable Dry Cloth Filter for SL-3
Reusable cloth filter with gasket.
| Item | Part # |
|---|---|
| Washable Dry Cloth Filter for SL-3 | 1E46000 |
Filter Cage
For SL-3 Dry Vac
| Item | Part # |
|---|---|
| Filter Cage | 1E74000 |
Micron Filter
Filters out 95% of all dust larger than 0.5 micron size. Use with SL-3/5 and both Silento models.
| Item | Part # |
|---|---|
| Micron Filter | 1E46403 |
HEPA Filter for SL-3 & SL-5
| Item | Part # |
|---|---|
| HEPA Filter for SL-3 & SL-5 | 1E46408 |
Filter Protector for SL-5
Foam protector for SL-5 micron filter.
| Item | Part # |
|---|---|
| Filter Protector for SL-5 | 1E60100 |
Washable Dry Cloth Filter for SL-5
For cage SL-5 use SL-6 Filter
| Item | Part # |
|---|---|
| Washable Dry Cloth Filter for SL-5 | 1E46013 |
Technical Specs for The SL-3 / SL-5CSA LOGO
SL-3 |
SL-5 |
|
|---|---|---|
12 L Dry Vacuum(#1W12010) |
20 L Dry Vacuum(#1W12020) |
|
| Primary Application | Dry Application | Dry Application |
| Dirt Collected Into | Paper Bag or Tank | Tank |
| Electrical Supply | 110 V – 15 A Outlet 50/60 Hz |
110 V – 15 A Outlet 50/60 Hz |
| Motor | Single-Stage Motor 1030 W |
Single-Stage Motor 1030 W |
| Operational Electrical Demand (W/A) | 854 Watts / 7.4 Amps | 854 Watts / 7.4 Amps |
| Recovery Capacity | 12 L / 3 GAL | 20 L / 5 GAL |
| Noise Level | 68 dBA | 70 dBA |
| Airflow | 150 CFM | 150 CFM |
| Water Lift | 90 inches | 90 inches |
| Machine Weight with Cable | 19.1 lbs (8.66 kg) | 20.6 lbs (9.34 kg) |
| Cable Length | 40 ft (12 m) | 40 ft (12 m) |
| Hose (1.5″ Dia.) Length | 10 ft (3 m) | 10 ft (3 m) |
| Toolkit (optional) | w/ Tool Kit #73 (#1B49973) | w/ Tool Kit #73 (#1B49973) |
| With HEPA Filter (optional) | #1W12016 | #1W12022 |
| Shipping Specifications | |
|---|---|
| SL-3 | |
| Shipping Weight (Vacuum + Hose) | 23 lbs (10.43 kg) |
| Shipping Weight (Vacuum + Hose + Tool-Kit) | 26 lbs (11.79 kg) |
| Box Dimensions | 16″ x 16″ x 18″ (40.7 x 40.7 x 45.8 cm) |
| SL-5 | |
| Shipping Weight (Vacuum + Hose) | 25 lbs (11.34 kg) |
| Shipping Weight (Vacuum + Hose + Tool-Kit) | 28 lbs (12.7 kg) |
| Box Dimensions | 16″ x 16″ x 18″ (40.7 x 40.7 x 45.8 cm) |
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