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Mon, Mar 24, 08 at 21:47
| I have a Roadpro RPSC-807 wet dry vac that plugs into your cigarette lighter. The only thing separating the motor from the water in the canister is a filter similar to material in a nylon stocking. I’m afraid water can reach the soldered connections and motor windings (visible) and short everything out. Should I be concerned about vacuuming water with this thing or are some 12 volt appliances not affected by water? I emailed the manufacturer but they never responded. |
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| Your fears may be groundless. Sorry. Just couldn't pass that one up. :-) |
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| If you're using it as intended, there shouldn't be a problem. |
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| 12 VDC is low voltage, I'd guess too low to cause mush current , i.e., a short circuit, to occur due to water on the electrical terminals. Doesn't sound like the best "Industrial Strength" design, but should work ok. Now, a 115 VAC wet dry vac is another story, that should be protected from water. |
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