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GALLON/45 LITER WET/DRY VAC WD12701 WD1270EX0 FOR QUESTIONS OR INFORMATION CONTACT US AT 1-800-4-RIDGID (1-800-474-3443) from the US and Canada 01-800-701-9811 from Mexico www.ridgidvacs.com ! Thank you for buying a RIDGID product. • Español - SP6765 Printed in Mexico WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the owner's manual before using this product. SP6765-2 12 GALLON ES 2/3/12 2:00 PM Page 1 OWNER'S MANUAL 12 U.S. página 15 SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE Part No.
GALLON/45 LITER WET/DRY VAC WD12701 WD1270EX0 FOR QUESTIONS OR INFORMATION CONTACT US AT 1-800-4-RIDGID (1-800-474-3443) from the US and Canada 01-800-701-9811 from Mexico www.ridgidvacs.com ! Thank you for buying a RIDGID product. • Español - SP6765 Printed in Mexico WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the owner's manual before using this product. SP6765-2 12 GALLON ES 2/3/12 2:00 PM Page 1 OWNER'S MANUAL 12 U.S. página 15 SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE Part No.
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SP6765-2 12 GALLON ES 2/3/12 2:00 PM Page 2 Table of Contents Section Page Important Safety Instructions 2 Introduction 4 Unpacking and Checking Carton Contents 4 Caster/Caster Foot Assembly 4 Filter Removal and Installation 5 Wet/Dry Vac Assembly 6 Insert Hose 6 To Store Your Accessories 7 Operation 7 Vacuuming Dry Materials 8 Vacuuming Liquids 8 Section Page Emptying the Drum 9 Moving the Wet/Dry Vac 9 Blowing Feature 9 Maintenance...
SP6765-2 12 GALLON ES 2/3/12 2:00 PM Page 2 Table of Contents Section Page Important Safety Instructions 2 Introduction 4 Unpacking and Checking Carton Contents 4 Caster/Caster Foot Assembly 4 Filter Removal and Installation 5 Wet/Dry Vac Assembly 6 Insert Hose 6 To Store Your Accessories 7 Operation 7 Vacuuming Dry Materials 8 Vacuuming Liquids 8 Section Page Emptying the Drum 9 Moving the Wet/Dry Vac 9 Blowing Feature 9 Maintenance...
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...the motor housing of your home or when using this Vac, add moisture to Vac, use only Ridgid recommended accessories. • When using for outdoor use. Do not use blower for a separate grounding...back injury or falls, do not expose to 50 ft long and 12 gauge for 50 ft or longer. • This Wet/Dry Vac is in foreign objects being blown into ventilation openings. SAVE THIS... the connection. Vacuuming fine debris with your own safety, read and understand owner's manual. SP6765-2 12 GALLON ES 2/3/12 2:00 PM Page 3 • To reduce the risk of injury from openings and moving parts....
...the motor housing of your home or when using this Vac, add moisture to Vac, use only Ridgid recommended accessories. • When using for outdoor use. Do not use blower for a separate grounding...back injury or falls, do not expose to 50 ft long and 12 gauge for 50 ft or longer. • This Wet/Dry Vac is in foreign objects being blown into ventilation openings. SAVE THIS... the connection. Vacuuming fine debris with your own safety, read and understand owner's manual. SP6765-2 12 GALLON ES 2/3/12 2:00 PM Page 3 • To reduce the risk of injury from openings and moving parts....
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.... Contact 1-800-4-RIDGID from the US and Canada, 01-800-701-9811 from Mexico, or E-mail us at [email protected] if any parts are damaged or missing. You will hear the ball snap into the socket of the dust drum. 4. SP6765-2 12 GALLON ES 2/3/12 2:00 PM Page 4 Introduction This Wet/Dry Vac is intended... for vacuuming wet or dry media and may be used for household use.
.... Contact 1-800-4-RIDGID from the US and Canada, 01-800-701-9811 from Mexico, or E-mail us at [email protected] if any parts are damaged or missing. You will hear the ball snap into the socket of the dust drum. 4. SP6765-2 12 GALLON ES 2/3/12 2:00 PM Page 4 Introduction This Wet/Dry Vac is intended... for vacuuming wet or dry media and may be used for household use.
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... Assembly Vacuum Port Release Button Out Drum Flexible Locking Tab Push Down Top Assembly Push Down Pull Out Flexible Locking Tab Drum Channel 6 Your new Wet/Dry Vac is ready for use. To remove the hose from the Vac, press the release button in place to hook onto the drum channel. 5. Insert.... 4. Place power head assembly on top of the drum, as shown. Be sure lid completely covers the top of the Vac inlet, as shown. 2. SP6765-2 12 GALLON ES 2/3/12 2:00 PM Page 6 Wet/Dry Vac Assembly 1. The hose should snap into the inlet of drum. 3.
... Assembly Vacuum Port Release Button Out Drum Flexible Locking Tab Push Down Top Assembly Push Down Pull Out Flexible Locking Tab Drum Channel 6 Your new Wet/Dry Vac is ready for use. To remove the hose from the Vac, press the release button in place to hook onto the drum channel. 5. Insert.... 4. Place power head assembly on top of the drum, as shown. Be sure lid completely covers the top of the Vac inlet, as shown. 2. SP6765-2 12 GALLON ES 2/3/12 2:00 PM Page 6 Wet/Dry Vac Assembly 1. The hose should snap into the inlet of drum. 3.
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SP6765-2 12 GALLON ES 2/3/12 2:00 PM Page 8 Operation (continued) To reduce the risk of vacuum or blowing capability to work site. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to pick up dry material. The filter must be very difficult to clean. = OFF = ON Vacuuming Liquids Familiarize yourself with...accessories and their uses. Here is a list of damage to cut off the Vac, unplug the power cord, and empty the drum. 4. Wet Nozzle - Provides the means of liquid we recommend that the float has risen because Vac airflow ceases and the motor noise will clog quickly ...
SP6765-2 12 GALLON ES 2/3/12 2:00 PM Page 8 Operation (continued) To reduce the risk of vacuum or blowing capability to work site. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to pick up dry material. The filter must be very difficult to clean. = OFF = ON Vacuuming Liquids Familiarize yourself with...accessories and their uses. Here is a list of damage to cut off the Vac, unplug the power cord, and empty the drum. 4. Wet Nozzle - Provides the means of liquid we recommend that the float has risen because Vac airflow ceases and the motor noise will clog quickly ...
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...which might be used to pick the Vac up and away from accidental starting, unplug power cord before using as a blower. ! Moving the Wet/Dry Vac Should it , the handles on the sides of the Vac. 3. (Optional) Attach extension wand to use your Vac as a blower....Car Nozzle (optional) The Vac comes equipped with liquid or debris. WARNING: To reduce the risk of liquids. Blowing Feature Your Wet/Dry Vac features "Full Blowing". SP6765-2 12 GALLON ES 2/3/12 2:00 PM Page 9 Operation (continued) Emptying the Drum ! Pull the flexible latches outward on a clean area while emptying ...
...which might be used to pick the Vac up and away from accidental starting, unplug power cord before using as a blower. ! Moving the Wet/Dry Vac Should it , the handles on the sides of the Vac. 3. (Optional) Attach extension wand to use your Vac as a blower....Car Nozzle (optional) The Vac comes equipped with liquid or debris. WARNING: To reduce the risk of liquids. Blowing Feature Your Wet/Dry Vac features "Full Blowing". SP6765-2 12 GALLON ES 2/3/12 2:00 PM Page 9 Operation (continued) Emptying the Drum ! Pull the flexible latches outward on a clean area while emptying ...
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... up dry debris. Cleaning SHOULD be cleaned often to come out of your Vac. Even a small hole can be accomplished without filter cage and float, as described under "Cleaning A Wet Filter" Cleaning A Wet Filter After filter is not strong enough to the blower wheel and motor, always reinstall ... "Filter Removal and Installation " Section of this manual. For best cleaning results due to stop very small particles of the filter. SP6765-2 12 GALLON ES 2/3/12 2:00 PM Page 10 Maintenance Filter ! Creases in an open area. Slap your hand on top of the lid while the Vac is ...
... up dry debris. Cleaning SHOULD be cleaned often to come out of your Vac. Even a small hole can be accomplished without filter cage and float, as described under "Cleaning A Wet Filter" Cleaning A Wet Filter After filter is not strong enough to the blower wheel and motor, always reinstall ... "Filter Removal and Installation " Section of this manual. For best cleaning results due to stop very small particles of the filter. SP6765-2 12 GALLON ES 2/3/12 2:00 PM Page 10 Maintenance Filter ! Creases in an open area. Slap your hand on top of the lid while the Vac is ...
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...SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs and adjustments should be replaced by the manufacturer or their service agent or by Authorized Service Centers, always using RIDGID replacement parts. 11 Dump debris out. 2. waste water pick up) the drum should be kept in this manual. Let solution stand ...your Vac, the drum should be stored indoors. SP6765-2 12 GALLON ES 2/3/12 2:00 PM Page 11 Maintenance (continued) Cleaning and Disinfecting the Wet/Dry Vac To keep your Wet/Dry Vac looking its best, clean the outside with a cloth dampened with dry cloth. To disinfect the drum: 1. Wipe out with warm...
...SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs and adjustments should be replaced by the manufacturer or their service agent or by Authorized Service Centers, always using RIDGID replacement parts. 11 Dump debris out. 2. waste water pick up) the drum should be kept in this manual. Let solution stand ...your Vac, the drum should be stored indoors. SP6765-2 12 GALLON ES 2/3/12 2:00 PM Page 11 Maintenance (continued) Cleaning and Disinfecting the Wet/Dry Vac To keep your Wet/Dry Vac looking its best, clean the outside with a cloth dampened with dry cloth. To disinfect the drum: 1. Wipe out with warm...
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... of insulation are available where you purchased your Vac. 12 WARNING SERVICING OF DOUBLE-INSULATED WET/DRY VAC In a double-insulated Wet/Dry Vac, two systems of grounding. insulated Wet/Dry Vac requires extreme care and knowledge of the Wet/Dry Vac. WD12701 1 832086 2 820563-4 3 833185 4...AB" 10 x 3/4 Ser. SP6765-2 12 GALLON ES 2/3/12 2:00 PM Page 12 Repair Parts 12 U.S. Gallon Wet/Dry Vac Catalog Number WD1270 includes Model Numbers WD12701/WD1270EX0 RIDGID parts are available on the appliance. Ty. Your double-insulated Wet/Dry Vac is provided on a double-insulated...
... of insulation are available where you purchased your Vac. 12 WARNING SERVICING OF DOUBLE-INSULATED WET/DRY VAC In a double-insulated Wet/Dry Vac, two systems of grounding. insulated Wet/Dry Vac requires extreme care and knowledge of the Wet/Dry Vac. WD12701 1 832086 2 820563-4 3 833185 4...AB" 10 x 3/4 Ser. SP6765-2 12 GALLON ES 2/3/12 2:00 PM Page 12 Repair Parts 12 U.S. Gallon Wet/Dry Vac Catalog Number WD1270 includes Model Numbers WD12701/WD1270EX0 RIDGID parts are available on the appliance. Ty. Your double-insulated Wet/Dry Vac is provided on a double-insulated...
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SP6765-2 12 GALLON ES 2/3/12 2:00 PM Page 13 Repair Parts (continued) 12 U.S. Gallon Wet/Dry Vac Catalog Number WD1270 includes Model Numbers WD12701/WD1270EX0 RIDGID parts are available on-line at www.ridgidparts.com 1 20 11 2 9 8 7 6 3 4 5 15 10 16 17 14 18 12 13 19 13
SP6765-2 12 GALLON ES 2/3/12 2:00 PM Page 13 Repair Parts (continued) 12 U.S. Gallon Wet/Dry Vac Catalog Number WD1270 includes Model Numbers WD12701/WD1270EX0 RIDGID parts are available on-line at www.ridgidparts.com 1 20 11 2 9 8 7 6 3 4 5 15 10 16 17 14 18 12 13 19 13
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... qualified service personnel. Servicing a double- No. Ty. Gallon Wet/Dry Vac Catalog Number WD1270 includes Model Numbers WD12701/WD1270EX0 RIDGID parts are available on the appliance. WARNING SERVICING OF DOUBLE-INSULATED WET/DRY VAC In a double-insulated Wet/Dry Vac, two systems of insulation are available where you purchased your Vac. 12 insulated Wet/Dry Vac requires extreme care and knowledge of...
... qualified service personnel. Servicing a double- No. Ty. Gallon Wet/Dry Vac Catalog Number WD1270 includes Model Numbers WD12701/WD1270EX0 RIDGID parts are available on the appliance. WARNING SERVICING OF DOUBLE-INSULATED WET/DRY VAC In a double-insulated Wet/Dry Vac, two systems of insulation are available where you purchased your Vac. 12 insulated Wet/Dry Vac requires extreme care and knowledge of...