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Save this manual for future reference FOR QUESTIONS OR INFORMATION CONTACT US AT 1-800-4-RIDGID (1-800-474-3443) OR www.ridgid.com Part No. SP6636 1/10/07 9:52 AM Page 1 OWNERS MANUAL RV2400A/RV2600B LARGE CAPACITY - 2-STAGE COMMERCIAL & HOUSEHOLD WET/DRY VACS For Your Safety: Read all instructions carefully before using. SP6636 Printed in Canada
Save this manual for future reference FOR QUESTIONS OR INFORMATION CONTACT US AT 1-800-4-RIDGID (1-800-474-3443) OR www.ridgid.com Part No. SP6636 1/10/07 9:52 AM Page 1 OWNERS MANUAL RV2400A/RV2600B LARGE CAPACITY - 2-STAGE COMMERCIAL & HOUSEHOLD WET/DRY VACS For Your Safety: Read all instructions carefully before using. SP6636 Printed in Canada
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...Wet/Dry Vac works. Use a fine dust filter instead. • To reduce the risk of fire or explosion: - To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury: • Read and understand this manual. Do not use only Ridgid recommended accessories. • Do not leave Vac... Parts 18-21 Warranty 22 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Safety is a combination of common sense, staying alert, and knowing how your Wet/Dry Vac ("Vac"), always follow basic safety precautions including the following: WARNING - WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which , if not avoided...
...Wet/Dry Vac works. Use a fine dust filter instead. • To reduce the risk of fire or explosion: - To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury: • Read and understand this manual. Do not use only Ridgid recommended accessories. • Do not leave Vac... Parts 18-21 Warranty 22 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Safety is a combination of common sense, staying alert, and knowing how your Wet/Dry Vac ("Vac"), always follow basic safety precautions including the following: WARNING - WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which , if not avoided...
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....1 (or in a noisy area. Keep children away when blowing. - Do not use blower for extended hours or when using this Vac with wet hands. • Do not put any utility vac or blower can result in foreign objects being blown into water, return it to an Authorized Service Center. • Do not...any job except blowing dirt and debris. - The best remedy to reduce the frequency of static shocks in dry areas or when the relative humidity of falls, use extra care when cleaning on cord. Dry debris ingested by or near hazardous materials. • To reduce the risk of dust, lint, hair ...
....1 (or in a noisy area. Keep children away when blowing. - Do not use blower for extended hours or when using this Vac with wet hands. • Do not put any utility vac or blower can result in foreign objects being blown into water, return it to an Authorized Service Center. • Do not...any job except blowing dirt and debris. - The best remedy to reduce the frequency of static shocks in dry areas or when the relative humidity of falls, use extra care when cleaning on cord. Dry debris ingested by or near hazardous materials. • To reduce the risk of dust, lint, hair ...
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...understand owner's manual. store indoors. The plug must be installed by a qualified electrician. 3-Prong Plug Grounding Prong Properly Grounded Outlet This vac is properly grounded. SP6636 1/10/07 9:52 AM Page 4 WARNING: Use only extension cords that are too small in wire size ...4 Extension Cord Length Gauge A.W.G. 0-50 Ft. 14 50-100 Ft. 12 Observe the following table to rain - WARNING: For your Wet/Dry Vac. SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE Grounding Instructions This appliance must be inserted into an appropriate outlet that looks like the adapter shown may...
...understand owner's manual. store indoors. The plug must be installed by a qualified electrician. 3-Prong Plug Grounding Prong Properly Grounded Outlet This vac is properly grounded. SP6636 1/10/07 9:52 AM Page 4 WARNING: Use only extension cords that are too small in wire size ...4 Extension Cord Length Gauge A.W.G. 0-50 Ft. 14 50-100 Ft. 12 Observe the following table to rain - WARNING: For your Wet/Dry Vac. SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE Grounding Instructions This appliance must be inserted into an appropriate outlet that looks like the adapter shown may...
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...Carton Contents List. It can be connected to a permanent ground such as a properly grounded outlet box cover. These types of carton. This Wet/Dry Vac is used, it must be used not only to pick up material like sawdust and gravel but also ultra fine material like , extending ... Screwdriver Hammer Mallet Refer to a known ground Adapter Introduction This Vac is rated for positioning of a temporary adaptor is not permitted by a metal screw. Call 1-800-4-RIDGID (1-800-474-3443) or E-mail us at info@ridgid.com if any parts are so small they would pass through traditional...
...Carton Contents List. It can be connected to a permanent ground such as a properly grounded outlet box cover. These types of carton. This Wet/Dry Vac is used, it must be used not only to pick up material like sawdust and gravel but also ultra fine material like , extending ... Screwdriver Hammer Mallet Refer to a known ground Adapter Introduction This Vac is rated for positioning of a temporary adaptor is not permitted by a metal screw. Call 1-800-4-RIDGID (1-800-474-3443) or E-mail us at info@ridgid.com if any parts are so small they would pass through traditional...
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If they are not present in the carton check the Wet/Dry Vac assembly to see if they are preassembled. F G H N P K J L M 6 If they are not present in the carton check the vac power head to see if they are preassembled. SP6636 1/10/07 ...9:52 AM Page 6 Unpacking and Checking Carton Contents (cont.) Carton Contents List Key Description Qty A Wet/Dry Vac Assembly 1 B* Filter Nut 1 C* Fine Dust Filter 1 D* Filter Cage 1 E* Float 1 F Tug-A-Long Hose 1 G Muffler/Diffuser 1 H Owner's Manual 1 *...
If they are not present in the carton check the Wet/Dry Vac assembly to see if they are preassembled. F G H N P K J L M 6 If they are not present in the carton check the vac power head to see if they are preassembled. SP6636 1/10/07 ...9:52 AM Page 6 Unpacking and Checking Carton Contents (cont.) Carton Contents List Key Description Qty A Wet/Dry Vac Assembly 1 B* Filter Nut 1 C* Fine Dust Filter 1 D* Filter Cage 1 E* Float 1 F Tug-A-Long Hose 1 G Muffler/Diffuser 1 H Owner's Manual 1 *...
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..., as shown (sold separately). Coupling Ring Press and Pull Release Button Powerhead Assembly Latch Drum Metal Extension Wand (Curved) Metal Extension Wand (Straight) Accessory Wet/Dry Vac & Hose Assembly 11 As an alternative storage solution, the tool holder may hang on the drum. Position the powerhead assembly on the drum/caddy assembly ...
..., as shown (sold separately). Coupling Ring Press and Pull Release Button Powerhead Assembly Latch Drum Metal Extension Wand (Curved) Metal Extension Wand (Straight) Accessory Wet/Dry Vac & Hose Assembly 11 As an alternative storage solution, the tool holder may hang on the drum. Position the powerhead assembly on the drum/caddy assembly ...
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... wands and nozzles. 2-1/2" Utility Nozzle - Safety eyewear is a list of possible accessories and their uses. 1-7/8" Multi-Nozzle Body - Dry and wet pickup nozzle for detailed cleaning in hard to pick up debris in a noisy area. Use to reach locations. Used for large area clean...Page 12 Operation WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or explosion, do not vacuum toxic materials. The symbols used in areas with the vac. Flammable gases or vapors include but are international "On & Off" symbols. Crevice Tool - Hose - Used for specialized cleaning applications:...
... wands and nozzles. 2-1/2" Utility Nozzle - Safety eyewear is a list of possible accessories and their uses. 1-7/8" Multi-Nozzle Body - Dry and wet pickup nozzle for detailed cleaning in hard to pick up debris in a noisy area. Use to reach locations. Used for large area clean...Page 12 Operation WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or explosion, do not vacuum toxic materials. The symbols used in areas with the vac. Flammable gases or vapors include but are international "On & Off" symbols. Crevice Tool - Hose - Used for specialized cleaning applications:...
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...remove the powerhead assembly. 3. Another option is wet, the filter will rise automatically to lift. If you use your filter is not removed, water could enter the motor blower housing which could overload and damage the motor. Moving the Wet/Dry Vac Should it become higher in place. 2. ...SP6636 1/10/07 9:52 AM Page 13 Vacuuming Dry Materials 1. IMPORTANT: To reduce the risk of back injury or falls, do not run...
...remove the powerhead assembly. 3. Another option is wet, the filter will rise automatically to lift. If you use your filter is not removed, water could enter the motor blower housing which could overload and damage the motor. Moving the Wet/Dry Vac Should it become higher in place. 2. ...SP6636 1/10/07 9:52 AM Page 13 Vacuuming Dry Materials 1. IMPORTANT: To reduce the risk of back injury or falls, do not run...
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...Cord Wrap STHOORSAEGE STHOORSAEGE Hose Storage Area Power Cord Maintenance Filter WARNING: Do not operate the WARNING: To reduce the risk of Wet/Dry Vac with RIDGID's Three Layer Fine Dust Filter. IMPORTANT: To avoid damage to performance of the storage locations on the caddy right/left. ...unit and plugging the open area. supplied with the filter cage and injury from touching the RV2400A/RV2600B Wet/Dry Vacs are available where you To remove the filter for the RIDGID replacement, unscrew the filter nut from entering the impeller and or cleaning filter. Handle the ...
...Cord Wrap STHOORSAEGE STHOORSAEGE Hose Storage Area Power Cord Maintenance Filter WARNING: Do not operate the WARNING: To reduce the risk of Wet/Dry Vac with RIDGID's Three Layer Fine Dust Filter. IMPORTANT: To avoid damage to performance of the storage locations on the caddy right/left. ...unit and plugging the open area. supplied with the filter cage and injury from touching the RV2400A/RV2600B Wet/Dry Vacs are available where you To remove the filter for the RIDGID replacement, unscrew the filter nut from entering the impeller and or cleaning filter. Handle the ...
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...put a drop of oil on the drum. Frame and Handles Your metal handle is gone. Gently tap filter against the inside surfaces of your Wet/Dry Vac looking its best, clean the outside with a cloth dampened with fine dust (no debris), run water through the filter from a hose or...warm water and mild soap. 3. The cord should be performed by Authorized Service Centers, always using RIDGID replacement parts. 16 The vac should be stored indoors. Casters and Wheels Should your vac, the drum should be emptied and cleaned. Remove filter from the hose is removed, run for ...
...put a drop of oil on the drum. Frame and Handles Your metal handle is gone. Gently tap filter against the inside surfaces of your Wet/Dry Vac looking its best, clean the outside with a cloth dampened with fine dust (no debris), run water through the filter from a hose or...warm water and mild soap. 3. The cord should be performed by Authorized Service Centers, always using RIDGID replacement parts. 16 The vac should be stored indoors. Casters and Wheels Should your vac, the drum should be emptied and cleaned. Remove filter from the hose is removed, run for ...
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... product protection High Efficiency Filter Bags: VF3501 VF3502 Filter Bag • Fits RIDGID 4 Gallon Portable Vacs • Disposable Filter Bag • Fits RIDGID 14-16 Gallon 1 or 2-Stage Vacs • Disposable 17 Sawdust Wood Chips Jobsite Debris Car/Truck Dirt Drywall Dust...Filter Replacement Which RIDGID® Filter is Best Suited for Your Particular Cleaning Application: Pleated Filters: VF44000000 Standard Pleated Filter Day-to-Day Dirt Fine Dust Filter Microban® antimicrobial product protection * *Use VF3500 (short filter) for Wet/Dry Vacs smaller than VF3500...
... product protection High Efficiency Filter Bags: VF3501 VF3502 Filter Bag • Fits RIDGID 4 Gallon Portable Vacs • Disposable Filter Bag • Fits RIDGID 14-16 Gallon 1 or 2-Stage Vacs • Disposable 17 Sawdust Wood Chips Jobsite Debris Car/Truck Dirt Drywall Dust...Filter Replacement Which RIDGID® Filter is Best Suited for Your Particular Cleaning Application: Pleated Filters: VF44000000 Standard Pleated Filter Day-to-Day Dirt Fine Dust Filter Microban® antimicrobial product protection * *Use VF3500 (short filter) for Wet/Dry Vacs smaller than VF3500...
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Not by Part Number - VT1786 - - SP6636 1/10/07 9:52 AM Page 18 Repair Parts 14 & 16 Gallon Wet/Dry Vac Stock Numbers RV2400A or RV2600B RIDGID parts are available on-line at www.ridgidparts.com Always order by Key Number Key RV2400A No. Part No. 1 830564 2 813213 3 822374-8 4 831567 5 831657 6 VT2525 7 826387 8 823200A 9 823201-1 10 ... Squeegee Inserts (set of long & short rubber squeegees) Claw Nozzle Tug-A-Long Hose Extension Wand Upper (metal) Extension Wand Lower (metal) Floor Brush Wet Nozzle Crevice Tool Utility Nozzle Extension Wands Owner's Manual 18
Not by Part Number - VT1786 - - SP6636 1/10/07 9:52 AM Page 18 Repair Parts 14 & 16 Gallon Wet/Dry Vac Stock Numbers RV2400A or RV2600B RIDGID parts are available on-line at www.ridgidparts.com Always order by Key Number Key RV2400A No. Part No. 1 830564 2 813213 3 822374-8 4 831567 5 831657 6 VT2525 7 826387 8 823200A 9 823201-1 10 ... Squeegee Inserts (set of long & short rubber squeegees) Claw Nozzle Tug-A-Long Hose Extension Wand Upper (metal) Extension Wand Lower (metal) Floor Brush Wet Nozzle Crevice Tool Utility Nozzle Extension Wands Owner's Manual 18
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SP6636 1/10/07 9:52 AM Page 20 Repair Parts 14 & 16 Gallon Wet/Dry Vac Stock Numbers RV2400A or RV2600B RIDGID parts are available on-line at www.ridgidparts.com Always order by Key Number Key RV2400A No. Part No. 1 830599 2 830683-1 3 825881-2 4 830611 5 813836-1 6 830682 7 831024 8 830576 9 830577 10 832123 11 830597-1 12 820563-5 13 831668...
SP6636 1/10/07 9:52 AM Page 20 Repair Parts 14 & 16 Gallon Wet/Dry Vac Stock Numbers RV2400A or RV2600B RIDGID parts are available on-line at www.ridgidparts.com Always order by Key Number Key RV2400A No. Part No. 1 830599 2 830683-1 3 825881-2 4 830611 5 813836-1 6 830682 7 831024 8 830576 9 830577 10 832123 11 830597-1 12 820563-5 13 831668...