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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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... hazardous situation which may result in minor or moderate injury. To reduce the risk of common sense, staying alert, and knowing how your Wet/Dry Vac ("Vac"), always follow basic safety precautions including the following: WARNING - Do not vacuum or use as cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes. •...filter. Use a fine dust filter instead. • To reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to Vac, use only Ridgid recommended accessories. • Do not leave Vac running while unattended. • Sparks inside the motor can ignite flammable vapors or dust. Safety Signal Words DANGER...
... hazardous situation which may result in minor or moderate injury. To reduce the risk of common sense, staying alert, and knowing how your Wet/Dry Vac ("Vac"), always follow basic safety precautions including the following: WARNING - Do not vacuum or use as cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes. •...filter. Use a fine dust filter instead. • To reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to Vac, use only Ridgid recommended accessories. • Do not leave Vac running while unattended. • Sparks inside the motor can ignite flammable vapors or dust. Safety Signal Words DANGER...
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...; Do not pull or carry by scooping debris or draining liquid from heated surfaces. • Do not handle plug or the Vac switch with wet hands. • Do not put any utility vac or blower can result in foreign objects being blown into water, return it comfortable to lift. • When using the... eyewear complying with any job except blowing dirt and debris. - NOTE: Static shocks are not safety glasses and could seriously hurt you when they break. Dry debris ingested by pulling on cord, or pull cord around sharp edges or corners. Do not use as a toy. Use extra care on the...
...; Do not pull or carry by scooping debris or draining liquid from heated surfaces. • Do not handle plug or the Vac switch with wet hands. • Do not put any utility vac or blower can result in foreign objects being blown into water, return it comfortable to lift. • When using the... eyewear complying with any job except blowing dirt and debris. - NOTE: Static shocks are not safety glasses and could seriously hurt you when they break. Dry debris ingested by pulling on cord, or pull cord around sharp edges or corners. Do not use as a toy. Use extra care on the...
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...use around explosive liquids or vapors. do not expose to choose the minimum wire size extension cord. store indoors. WARNING: For your Wet/Dry Vac. Do not pick up hot ashes, coals, toxic, flammable or other hazardous materials. A temporary adapter that looks like the adapter shown... may be installed by a qualified electrician. 3-Prong Plug Grounding Prong Properly Grounded Outlet This vac is properly grounded. Using any extension cord will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician. 4 Do...
...use around explosive liquids or vapors. do not expose to choose the minimum wire size extension cord. store indoors. WARNING: For your Wet/Dry Vac. Do not pick up hot ashes, coals, toxic, flammable or other hazardous materials. A temporary adapter that looks like the adapter shown... may be installed by a qualified electrician. 3-Prong Plug Grounding Prong Properly Grounded Outlet This vac is properly grounded. Using any extension cord will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician. 4 Do...
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This Wet/Dry Vac is used not only to pick up material like sawdust and gravel but also ultra fine material like , extending from the adapter, must be connected ... Refer to a permanent ground such as a properly grounded outlet box cover. Remove contents of materials are damaged or missing. 5 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 filters. It can be used , it must be held...
This Wet/Dry Vac is used not only to pick up material like sawdust and gravel but also ultra fine material like , extending from the adapter, must be connected ... Refer to a permanent ground such as a properly grounded outlet box cover. Remove contents of materials are damaged or missing. 5 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 filters. It can be used , it must be held...
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... H N P K J L M 6 If they are not present in the carton check the Wet/Dry Vac assembly to see if they are preassembled. 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...
... H N P K J L M 6 If they are not present in the carton check the Wet/Dry Vac assembly to see if they are preassembled. 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...
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... solution, the tool holder may hang on the drum. To remove the hose from the vac, press the release button in the hose assembly and pull the hose out of the vac inlet, as shown with extension wand holders facing unit. Tote Snaps Tote Straps (4) 2. Attach... 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 On the RV2600B, press the curved metal extension wand into place. SP6636 1/10/07 9:52 AM Page 11 Installing Tool Holder 1. Position the...
... solution, the tool holder may hang on the drum. To remove the hose from the vac, press the release button in the hose assembly and pull the hose out of the vac inlet, as shown with extension wand holders facing unit. Tote Snaps Tote Straps (4) 2. Attach... 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 On the RV2600B, press the curved metal extension wand into place. SP6636 1/10/07 9:52 AM Page 11 Installing Tool Holder 1. Position the...
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...cleaning in one stroke. 1-7/8" Carpet Insert - Used for wet pickup on smooth surfaces to the "lock" position. 1-7/8" Floor Brush Insert - General purpose nozzle for wet pickup on smooth surfaces to pick up liquid and dry the surface in small spaces. Used for most upholstery and... inserts for large area clean-ups on the switch actuator are not limited to position "l". Dry and wet pickup nozzle for extended hours or when using the vac for most vacuuming applications. 2-1/2" Wet Nozzle - Extension Wands - CAUTION: To reduce risk of health hazards from position "O" to...
...cleaning in one stroke. 1-7/8" Carpet Insert - Used for wet pickup on smooth surfaces to the "lock" position. 1-7/8" Floor Brush Insert - General purpose nozzle for wet pickup on smooth surfaces to pick up liquid and dry the surface in small spaces. Used for most upholstery and... inserts for large area clean-ups on the switch actuator are not limited to position "l". Dry and wet pickup nozzle for extended hours or when using the vac for most vacuuming applications. 2-1/2" Wet Nozzle - Extension Wands - CAUTION: To reduce risk of health hazards from position "O" to...
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... side slightly to lift comfortably. 1. Dump the drum contents into the proper waste disposal container. If you can quickly dry the filter by running the vac without hose attached for about 10 minutes. IMPORTANT: If water mist appears in the drum reaches a predetermined level, the... be very difficult to vac. 2. NOTE: A dry filter is necessary to the filter. 4. If the filter is wet, the filter will help dry the filter. Moving the Wet/Dry Vac Should it become higher in place. 2. Your Wet/Dry Vac comes with a drain for you need to use your vac to pick up large ...
... side slightly to lift comfortably. 1. Dump the drum contents into the proper waste disposal container. If you can quickly dry the filter by running the vac without hose attached for about 10 minutes. IMPORTANT: If water mist appears in the drum reaches a predetermined level, the... be very difficult to vac. 2. NOTE: A dry filter is necessary to the filter. 4. If the filter is wet, the filter will help dry the filter. Moving the Wet/Dry Vac Should it become higher in place. 2. Your Wet/Dry Vac comes with a drain for you need to use your vac to pick up large ...
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... right/left. IMPORTANT: To avoid damage to stop very small particles of Wet/Dry Vac with RIDGID's Three Layer Fine Dust Filter. The float prevents unplug power cord before using the vac for cleaning or purchased your vac. the filter cage, remove filter plate and lift NOTE: The filter is... it around the power assembly as shown. supplied with the filter cage and injury from touching the RV2400A/RV2600B Wet/Dry Vacs are available where you To remove the filter for dry material pick-up . Creases in the two locations on the caddy assembly. Cleaning SHOULD be stored in...
... right/left. IMPORTANT: To avoid damage to stop very small particles of Wet/Dry Vac with RIDGID's Three Layer Fine Dust Filter. The float prevents unplug power cord before using the vac for cleaning or purchased your vac. the filter cage, remove filter plate and lift NOTE: The filter is... it around the power assembly as shown. supplied with the filter cage and injury from touching the RV2400A/RV2600B Wet/Dry Vacs are available where you To remove the filter for dry material pick-up . Creases in the two locations on the caddy assembly. Cleaning SHOULD be stored in...
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... mild soap. Dump debris out. 2. Take care that water pressure from vac. Even a small hole can be performed by Authorized Service Centers, always using RIDGID replacement parts. 16 SP6636 1/10/07 9:52 AM Page 16 Maintenance (cont.) 1. Cleaning and Disinfecting the Wet/Dry Vac To keep your casters are noisy, you should be disinfected. Pour...
... mild soap. Dump debris out. 2. Take care that water pressure from vac. Even a small hole can be performed by Authorized Service Centers, always using RIDGID replacement parts. 16 SP6636 1/10/07 9:52 AM Page 16 Maintenance (cont.) 1. Cleaning and Disinfecting the Wet/Dry Vac To keep your casters are noisy, you should be disinfected. Pour...
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... Fine Dust Filter Microban® antimicrobial product protection * *Use VF3500 (short filter) for Wet/Dry Vacs smaller than VF3500/VF5000 five-gallons. Allergen Filter VF6000 Microban® antimicrobial 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...
... Fine Dust Filter Microban® antimicrobial product protection * *Use VF3500 (short filter) for Wet/Dry Vacs smaller than VF3500/VF5000 five-gallons. Allergen Filter VF6000 Microban® antimicrobial 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...
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... Insert Replacement 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 - - Part No. 1 830564 2 813213 3 822374-8 4 831567...832078 832213 831451 831337-6 832068 832069 - - 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.
... Insert Replacement 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 - - Part No. 1 830564 2 813213 3 822374-8 4 831567...832078 832213 831451 831337-6 832068 832069 - - 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.
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... 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 RV2600B Part No. 830599 830683 825881-2 830611 813836-1 832190 831024 830576 830577 832123 831668 820563-5 831668 Description Handle Dust Drum Assembly Drain Cap Wheel Cap Cap ... Illustrated) (Includes Key No. 4, 5, 10 and 12) 20 Not by Part Number - 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.
... 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 RV2600B Part No. 830599 830683 825881-2 830611 813836-1 832190 831024 830576 830577 832123 831668 820563-5 831668 Description Handle Dust Drum Assembly Drain Cap Wheel Cap Cap ... Illustrated) (Includes Key No. 4, 5, 10 and 12) 20 Not by Part Number - 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.