Shop-Vac MC150A Motor Replacement

Unlatch the two side clips securing the power unit assembly to the tank.

Remove the power unit assembly from the tank assembly.

Use a 3.5 mm hex key to remove the three screws securing the top cover.

Remove the top cover.

Use a 3.5 mm hex key to remove the four screws securing the power unit assembly.

Separate the power unit assembly from the cover.

Pull out and disconnect the four spade connectors from the switch module.

Use a Torx T15 driver to unscrew the two screws securing the metal motor bracket.

During reassembly, be sure to reattach the green ground wire clip to the bracket.

Separate the clip from the green wire and transfer it to the replacement motor.

Remove the motor bracket.

Turn the part over to the other side.

Use the socket wrench remove the bolt securing the aluminum plate.

Unscrew the two Phillips head screws holding the cover to the motor.

After removing the cover to the motor, you can replace the motor.