Can a Shop-Vac work as a blower?

Many Shop-Vac-brand vacuums can easily be converted into blowers. The powerful vacuum motor, which easily sucks up twigs and wet objects, can just as effectively blow them away with a simple adjustment of the hose.

What is a rear blower on a Shop-Vac?

What is the open port on the back of my Shop-Vac® wet dry vac? This is the blower port*. You can connect your hose to this port and use it as a blower to blow leaves from your patio, grass clippings from the sidewalk, etc. Many blower ports are open and do not have a cap. This is normal.

Is the Craftsman Shop-Vac a wet vac?

OVERVIEW. This Craftsman wet/dry vacuum is a unique 2-in-1 unit that allows users to switch between a wet/dry vacuum and a high powered, handheld blower with the push of a button. This 16-gallon wet/dry vacuum is the perfect size for a variety of tasks around the home, shop, or jobsite.

How do I switch from vacuum to blower?

To convert your wet/dry shop vac into a blower:

1. Remove the shop vac motor from the base.
2. Take the hose out of the vacuum port on the shop vac.
3. Insert the hose in the exhaust port of the shop vac.
4. Turn the shop vac on, and use the hose as a blower.

Is Craftsman shop vac Made in USA?

Filters included for wet and dry pick up. Accessories are 2.5 in. for vacuuming the smallest to largest bulky debris a breeze. It is made in USA with US and global components.

How does a blower vac work?

With the air pushed aside, a tiny, low-pressure area (known as a partial vacuum) is left behind in the compartment. Suction is created when air rushes in through the intake hose to fill this area, and leaves ride this jet of air just like a stream of water.

How do I stop my shop vac from blowing dust?

To keep your shop vac from blowing dust out the back in the future, I recommend shaking off the dust from the filter each time you empty the bin. That will help to keep the filter from clogging up on you.

What is a good horsepower for a Shop-Vac?

1.5 to 2 HP
The horsepower of a shop vac translates into performance regardless of its size. If you are looking for a shop vac for personal use, it should be at least 1.5 to 2 HP. And for professional use, the power should be a minimum of 3.

When should you use a leaf blower?

Use it for leaves that have been trapped around rocks, at the bases of fences, or in the tight spots around your house. It’s also handy for getting leaves off your deck, or for removing small amounts of dirt and grass clippings from your drive.