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página 15 SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE Part No. WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the owner's manual before using this product. SP6734-1 Printed in Mexico Thank you for buying a RIDGID product. • Español - ES 4/25/12 12:21 PM Page 1 OWNER'S MANUAL 4.5 U.S. GALLONS/15 LITERS PRO PACK WET/DRY VAC WD45500 FOR QUESTIONS OR INFORMATION CONTACT US AT CALL 1-800-4-RIDGID (1-800-474-3443) OR www.ridgidvacs.com ! SP6734-1 RIDGID WD45500 4.5 Gallon -
página 15 SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE Part No. WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the owner's manual before using this product. SP6734-1 Printed in Mexico Thank you for buying a RIDGID product. • Español - ES 4/25/12 12:21 PM Page 1 OWNER'S MANUAL 4.5 U.S. GALLONS/15 LITERS PRO PACK WET/DRY VAC WD45500 FOR QUESTIONS OR INFORMATION CONTACT US AT CALL 1-800-4-RIDGID (1-800-474-3443) OR www.ridgidvacs.com ! SP6734-1 RIDGID WD45500 4.5 Gallon -
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..., gases, or dusts, wet/dry vacuum cleaner ("Vac") works. SP6734-1 RIDGID WD45500 4.5 Gallon - Store indoors. • Do not allow liquid to Know Your Vac 5 Installing Extension Wand Clips 6 Filter Removal and Installation 6 Cord, Hose & Accessory Storage . . . . . 7 Operation 8 Vacuuming Dry Materials 9 Vacuuming Liquids 9 Section Page Emptying the Dust Drum 9 Cord Storage 9 Blowing Feature 10 Maintenance 10 Filter 10 Cleaning and Disinfecting the Wet/Dry Vac 11 Cord Maintenance 11 Storage 11 Repair Parts 12 Warranty 14 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Safety is burning...
..., gases, or dusts, wet/dry vacuum cleaner ("Vac") works. SP6734-1 RIDGID WD45500 4.5 Gallon - Store indoors. • Do not allow liquid to Know Your Vac 5 Installing Extension Wand Clips 6 Filter Removal and Installation 6 Cord, Hose & Accessory Storage . . . . . 7 Operation 8 Vacuuming Dry Materials 9 Vacuuming Liquids 9 Section Page Emptying the Dust Drum 9 Cord Storage 9 Blowing Feature 10 Maintenance 10 Filter 10 Cleaning and Disinfecting the Wet/Dry Vac 11 Cord Maintenance 11 Storage 11 Repair Parts 12 Warranty 14 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Safety is burning...
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... small in wire size can result in foreign objects being blown into water, call customer service. • Do not pull or carry by cord, use . do not store foreign objects in your Vac is double-insulated, eliminating the need for outdoor use cord as a blower: - SP6734-1 RIDGID WD45500 4.5 Gallon - Use only identical replacement parts. Wear safety eyewear. • To reduce the risk of electric shock...
... small in wire size can result in foreign objects being blown into water, call customer service. • Do not pull or carry by cord, use . do not store foreign objects in your Vac is double-insulated, eliminating the need for outdoor use cord as a blower: - SP6734-1 RIDGID WD45500 4.5 Gallon - Use only identical replacement parts. Wear safety eyewear. • To reduce the risk of electric shock...
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... wet or dry media and may be used for household use. Carton Contents List Key Description Qty A 4.5-Gallon PRO PACK Vac ..........1 B Extension Wand Clip (Left) ..........1 C Extension Wand Clip (Right)........1 D Extension Wands 2 B E Crevice Tool 1 C F F Dusting Brush 1 G Utility Nozzle 1 G H Superflex Hose 1 E I Owner's Manual 1 D I H 4 Read this owner's manual to familiarize yourself with the product features and to understand the specific usage of carton. SP6734-1 RIDGID WD45500 4.5 Gallon - Unpacking and Checking Carton Contents Remove contents of your new...
... wet or dry media and may be used for household use. Carton Contents List Key Description Qty A 4.5-Gallon PRO PACK Vac ..........1 B Extension Wand Clip (Left) ..........1 C Extension Wand Clip (Right)........1 D Extension Wands 2 B E Crevice Tool 1 C F F Dusting Brush 1 G Utility Nozzle 1 G H Superflex Hose 1 E I Owner's Manual 1 D I H 4 Read this owner's manual to familiarize yourself with the product features and to understand the specific usage of carton. SP6734-1 RIDGID WD45500 4.5 Gallon - Unpacking and Checking Carton Contents Remove contents of your new...
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SP6734-1 RIDGID WD45500 4.5 Gallon - ES 4/25/12 12:21 PM Page 5 Getting to Know Your Vac 1. Familiarize yourself with the controls and features of your Vac before operating. Hose Storage Crevice Tool Storage Power Cord Storage Left Cover Handle Right Cover Blowing Port Utility Nozzle Storage Dusting Brush Storage Cord & Hose Storage Area Drum Power Switch Drum Latch (2) BACK VIEW OF UNIT Extension Wands Blowing Port Accessory Storage Area Vacuum Port Inlet Left Right Extension Extension Wand Clip Wand Clip 5
SP6734-1 RIDGID WD45500 4.5 Gallon - ES 4/25/12 12:21 PM Page 5 Getting to Know Your Vac 1. Familiarize yourself with the controls and features of your Vac before operating. Hose Storage Crevice Tool Storage Power Cord Storage Left Cover Handle Right Cover Blowing Port Utility Nozzle Storage Dusting Brush Storage Cord & Hose Storage Area Drum Power Switch Drum Latch (2) BACK VIEW OF UNIT Extension Wands Blowing Port Accessory Storage Area Vacuum Port Inlet Left Right Extension Extension Wand Clip Wand Clip 5
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... Vac Filter Removal and Installation Filter Removal: 1. This action will cause the filter to release from entering the impeller and damaging the motor. NOTE: Failure to snap over the Qwik Lock™ stud on the end of the filter until the extension wand clip snaps into the depression in the bottom of Filter (cutaway view) Integrated Filter Plate with Center Hole 1. WARNING: Do not operate without filter...
... Vac Filter Removal and Installation Filter Removal: 1. This action will cause the filter to release from entering the impeller and damaging the motor. NOTE: Failure to snap over the Qwik Lock™ stud on the end of the filter until the extension wand clip snaps into the depression in the bottom of Filter (cutaway view) Integrated Filter Plate with Center Hole 1. WARNING: Do not operate without filter...
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... your Wet/Dry Vac (as shown) is the blowing port. Under the left . Correct Hose Wrap for blowing directions. 4. You will also fit in this bin. Only these nozzles has a specific location molded into the storage bin. 3. SP6734-1 RIDGID WD45500 4.5 Gallon - Please see the "Blowing" section for Storage Hose Storage Crevice Tool Storage Power Cord Storage Blowing Port Utility Nozzle Storage Dusting Brush Storage Extension Wand Extension Wand...
... your Wet/Dry Vac (as shown) is the blowing port. Under the left . Correct Hose Wrap for blowing directions. 4. You will also fit in this bin. Only these nozzles has a specific location molded into the storage bin. 3. SP6734-1 RIDGID WD45500 4.5 Gallon - Please see the "Blowing" section for Storage Hose Storage Crevice Tool Storage Power Cord Storage Blowing Port Utility Nozzle Storage Dusting Brush Storage Extension Wand Extension Wand...
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... Dusting Brush - If your vacuum with wet hands. • Unplug Vac before servicing. This plug will fit in areas with liquid. NOTE: When using Vac if you may be used on by is a list of fire, explosion, or damage to enter motor compartment. Each accessory = OFF = ON may fail to notice important signs indicating abnormal operation such as an air diffuser by pushing the Drum Power Cord Opening Power Cord switch...
... Dusting Brush - If your vacuum with wet hands. • Unplug Vac before servicing. This plug will fit in areas with liquid. NOTE: When using Vac if you may be used on by is a list of fire, explosion, or damage to enter motor compartment. Each accessory = OFF = ON may fail to notice important signs indicating abnormal operation such as an air diffuser by pushing the Drum Power Cord Opening Power Cord switch...
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General purpose nozzle for you use your Vac to pick up liquids, the filter must always be very difficult to increased motor speed. Hose - Provides transfer of liquid we recommend that the float has risen because Vac airflow ceases and the motor noise will clog quickly and be in pitch, due to clean. The filter must be removed. Vacuuming Liquids 1. When picking up dust when the filter is wet, the filter will become...
General purpose nozzle for you use your Vac to pick up liquids, the filter must always be very difficult to increased motor speed. Hose - Provides transfer of liquid we recommend that the float has risen because Vac airflow ceases and the motor noise will clog quickly and be in pitch, due to clean. The filter must be removed. Vacuuming Liquids 1. When picking up dust when the filter is wet, the filter will become...
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... of injury from accidental starting, unplug power cord before using the Vac/ blower for yard work, patio cleanup and workshop applications to the blower wheel and motor, always reinstall the filter before storing or picking up or small amounts of hearing damage, wear ear protectors when using as a blower for extended time or in it . IMPORTANT: After cleaning, check the filter for dry material pickup. 10...
... of injury from accidental starting, unplug power cord before using the Vac/ blower for yard work, patio cleanup and workshop applications to the blower wheel and motor, always reinstall the filter before storing or picking up or small amounts of hearing damage, wear ear protectors when using as a blower for extended time or in it . IMPORTANT: After cleaning, check the filter for dry material pickup. 10...
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... hose should be done outdoors and not in the same area as needed (i.e., waste water pick up) the drum should be disinfected. Allow drum to dry completely before reinstalling and storing the Vac. Cord Maintenance When vacuuming is damaged or worn, Replace the filter immediately. Accessories should be replaced by the manufacturer or their service agent or by Independent Service Centers, always using RIDGID replacement parts. 11 Cleaning A Wet Filter After filter...
... hose should be done outdoors and not in the same area as needed (i.e., waste water pick up) the drum should be disinfected. Allow drum to dry completely before reinstalling and storing the Vac. Cord Maintenance When vacuuming is damaged or worn, Replace the filter immediately. Accessories should be replaced by the manufacturer or their service agent or by Independent Service Centers, always using RIDGID replacement parts. 11 Cleaning A Wet Filter After filter...
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... Page 12 Repair Parts RIDGID 4.5 Gallon PRO PACK Wet/Dry Vac Model Number WD45500 RIDGID parts are provided instead of the system, and should a means for a double-insulated Wet/Dry Vac must be done only by qualified service personnel. Replacement parts for grounding be available where you purchased your Vac. 12 Description 1 510158 Filter Cage Assembly 2 VF3500 † Filter, Fine Dust 3 831327 Hose Assembly 4 VT1702 † Crevice Tool 5 VT1701 † Dusting Brush 6 VT1709 † Utility Nozzle Key...
... Page 12 Repair Parts RIDGID 4.5 Gallon PRO PACK Wet/Dry Vac Model Number WD45500 RIDGID parts are provided instead of the system, and should a means for a double-insulated Wet/Dry Vac must be done only by qualified service personnel. Replacement parts for grounding be available where you purchased your Vac. 12 Description 1 510158 Filter Cage Assembly 2 VF3500 † Filter, Fine Dust 3 831327 Hose Assembly 4 VT1702 † Crevice Tool 5 VT1701 † Dusting Brush 6 VT1709 † Utility Nozzle Key...
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ES 4/25/12 12:21 PM Page 13 Repair Parts (continued) RIDGID 4.5 Gallon PRO PACK Wet/Dry Vac Model Number WD45500 RIDGID parts are available on-line at www.ridgidparts.com Always order by Key Number 8 9 1 5 6 2 4 3 10 7 13 11 12 13 SP6734-1 RIDGID WD45500 4.5 Gallon - Not by Part Number -
ES 4/25/12 12:21 PM Page 13 Repair Parts (continued) RIDGID 4.5 Gallon PRO PACK Wet/Dry Vac Model Number WD45500 RIDGID parts are available on-line at www.ridgidparts.com Always order by Key Number 8 9 1 5 6 2 4 3 10 7 13 11 12 13 SP6734-1 RIDGID WD45500 4.5 Gallon - Not by Part Number -
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... authorized RIDGID® INDEPENDENT SERVICE CENTER. or, if after three attempts to receive a full refund of Ridge Tool Company. WD45500 Serial Number Model and serial numbers may not apply to you can elect to repair or replace during the warranty period the Wet/Dry Vac is not covered Failures due to correct problems Warranted Wet/Dry Vacs will be free of this warranty. c 2012 Emerson Part No. SP6734-1 RIDGID WD45500 4.5 Gallon - WD4522 Model No...
... authorized RIDGID® INDEPENDENT SERVICE CENTER. or, if after three attempts to receive a full refund of Ridge Tool Company. WD45500 Serial Number Model and serial numbers may not apply to you can elect to repair or replace during the warranty period the Wet/Dry Vac is not covered Failures due to correct problems Warranted Wet/Dry Vacs will be free of this warranty. c 2012 Emerson Part No. SP6734-1 RIDGID WD45500 4.5 Gallon - WD4522 Model No...