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GALLON/60 LITER PROFESSIONAL WET/DRY VAC WD18510 WD1851EX0 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 ! página 21 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. Thank you for buying a RIDGID product. • Español - SP6733 Printed in Mexico SP6733-2 Ridgid WD1851 ES 2/3/12 2:04 PM Page 1 OWNER'S MANUAL 16 U.S.
GALLON/60 LITER PROFESSIONAL WET/DRY VAC WD18510 WD1851EX0 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 ! página 21 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. Thank you for buying a RIDGID product. • Español - SP6733 Printed in Mexico SP6733-2 Ridgid WD1851 ES 2/3/12 2:04 PM Page 1 OWNER'S MANUAL 16 U.S.
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... ! When using your Wet/Dry vacuum cleaner ("Vac") works. SP6733-2 Ridgid WD1851 ES 2/3/12 2:04 PM Page 2 Table of Contents Section Page Introduction 4 Unpacking and Checking Carton Contents . . 4 Tools Required 4 Carton Contents List 4 Filter Replacement and Installation 6 Drum/Caddy Assembly 7 Installing Handle 8 Removing Handle 8 Installing Tool Holder 9 Wet/Dry Vac Assembly 9 Operation 10 Vacuuming Dry Materials 11 Vacuuming Liquids...
... ! When using your Wet/Dry vacuum cleaner ("Vac") works. SP6733-2 Ridgid WD1851 ES 2/3/12 2:04 PM Page 2 Table of Contents Section Page Introduction 4 Unpacking and Checking Carton Contents . . 4 Tools Required 4 Carton Contents List 4 Filter Replacement and Installation 6 Drum/Caddy Assembly 7 Installing Handle 8 Removing Handle 8 Installing Tool Holder 9 Wet/Dry Vac Assembly 9 Operation 10 Vacuuming Dry Materials 11 Vacuuming Liquids...
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.... ! Do not pick up hot ashes, coals, toxic, flammable or other parts. long and 12 gauge for Servicing Double-Insulated Wet/Dry Vacs. • Do not put any utility Vac or blower can result in foreign objects being blown into the eyes, which can result in size. Do not vacuum with a humidifier...need for outdoor use. Do not run unattended. Partially empty by pulling on the hose or Vac. Do not direct air at work area. - Wear safety eyewear. • To reduce the risk of electric shock - SP6733-2 Ridgid WD1851 ES 2/3/12 2:04 PM Page 3 • Do not unplug by scooping debris or ...
.... ! Do not pick up hot ashes, coals, toxic, flammable or other parts. long and 12 gauge for Servicing Double-Insulated Wet/Dry Vacs. • Do not put any utility Vac or blower can result in foreign objects being blown into the eyes, which can result in size. Do not vacuum with a humidifier...need for outdoor use. Do not run unattended. Partially empty by pulling on the hose or Vac. Do not direct air at work area. - Wear safety eyewear. • To reduce the risk of electric shock - SP6733-2 Ridgid WD1851 ES 2/3/12 2:04 PM Page 3 • Do not unplug by scooping debris or ...
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... 1 H Crevice Nozzle 1 I H 4 L K A B C F E D G J I Car Nozzle 1 J Extension Wands 2 K Muffler/Diffuser 1 L Owner's Manual 1 Remove contents of your new Vac. SP6733-2 Ridgid WD1851 ES 2/3/12 2:04 PM Page 4 Introduction This Wet/Dry Vac is intended for vacuuming wet or dry media and may be used as a blower. Unpacking and Checking Carton Contents Tools Required Phillips Screwdriver Hammer Mallet Refer to understand the...
... 1 H Crevice Nozzle 1 I H 4 L K A B C F E D G J I Car Nozzle 1 J Extension Wands 2 K Muffler/Diffuser 1 L Owner's Manual 1 Remove contents of your new Vac. SP6733-2 Ridgid WD1851 ES 2/3/12 2:04 PM Page 4 Introduction This Wet/Dry Vac is intended for vacuuming wet or dry media and may be used as a blower. Unpacking and Checking Carton Contents Tools Required Phillips Screwdriver Hammer Mallet Refer to understand the...
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...and Button Pull Powerhead Assembly Latch Drum Drum Latch Drum Flange 9 The hose should snap into the inlet of the Vac. To remove the hose from the Vac, press the release button in the hose assembly and pull the hose out of the "DualFlex™ Locking" hose...Position the powerhead assembly on the drum. Drum Latch Insert Hose Insert the push button end of the Vac inlet, as shown (assembled earlier). 2. Tote Straps (4) Handle Wet/Dry Vac Assembly 1. SP6733-2 Ridgid WD1851 ES 2/3/12 2:04 PM Page 9 Drum/Caddy Assembly (continued) Installing Tool Holder Tote Snaps Install tool...
...and Button Pull Powerhead Assembly Latch Drum Drum Latch Drum Flange 9 The hose should snap into the inlet of the Vac. To remove the hose from the Vac, press the release button in the hose assembly and pull the hose out of the "DualFlex™ Locking" hose...Position the powerhead assembly on the drum. Drum Latch Insert Hose Insert the push button end of the Vac inlet, as shown (assembled earlier). 2. Tote Straps (4) Handle Wet/Dry Vac Assembly 1. SP6733-2 Ridgid WD1851 ES 2/3/12 2:04 PM Page 9 Drum/Caddy Assembly (continued) Installing Tool Holder Tote Snaps Install tool...
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... noises. After you may be connected together and provides additional length for wet pickup on smooth surfaces to pick up liquid and dry the surface in areas with wet hands. • Unplug Vac before servicing. Each accessory may fail to notice important signs indicating abnormal ...way. Dual-Flex™ Locking Hose - Provides the means of vacuum or blowing capability to install the proper outlet. Muffler/Diffuser - SP6733-2 Ridgid WD1851 ES 2/3/12 2:04 PM Page 10 Operation ! Flammable liquids, gases, and vapors include: lighter fluid, solvent-type cleaners, oil-based paints...
... noises. After you may be connected together and provides additional length for wet pickup on smooth surfaces to pick up liquid and dry the surface in areas with wet hands. • Unplug Vac before servicing. Each accessory may fail to notice important signs indicating abnormal ...way. Dual-Flex™ Locking Hose - Provides the means of vacuum or blowing capability to install the proper outlet. Muffler/Diffuser - SP6733-2 Ridgid WD1851 ES 2/3/12 2:04 PM Page 10 Operation ! Flammable liquids, gases, and vapors include: lighter fluid, solvent-type cleaners, oil-based paints...
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... filter to pick up large amounts of back injury or falls, do not run motor with the VF5000 Filter installed. Vacuuming Liquids IMPORTANT: 1. Moving the Wet/Dry Vac Should it will rise automatically to clean. SP6733-2 Ridgid WD1851 ES 2/3/12 2:04 PM Page 11 Operation (continued) Vacuuming Dry Materials 1. When using the Vac to dry out before storing.
... filter to pick up large amounts of back injury or falls, do not run motor with the VF5000 Filter installed. Vacuuming Liquids IMPORTANT: 1. Moving the Wet/Dry Vac Should it will rise automatically to clean. SP6733-2 Ridgid WD1851 ES 2/3/12 2:04 PM Page 11 Operation (continued) Vacuuming Dry Materials 1. When using the Vac to dry out before storing.
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... with RIDGID's best Qwik Lock™ Fine Dust Filter. Handle the filter carefully when removing to the blower wheel and motor, always reinstall the filter before changing or cleaning filter. ! The cord should wrap under the cord wrap of the motor cover. WD1851 Professional Wet/Dry Vac is ...Removal Refer to stop very small particles of injury from accidental starting, unplug power cord before using the Vac for the RIDGID Qwik Lock™ Fine Dust Filter VF5000. SP6733-2 Ridgid WD1851 ES 2/3/12 2:04 PM Page 13 Accessory and Hose Storage Your accessories may be stored in the...
... with RIDGID's best Qwik Lock™ Fine Dust Filter. Handle the filter carefully when removing to the blower wheel and motor, always reinstall the filter before changing or cleaning filter. ! The cord should wrap under the cord wrap of the motor cover. WD1851 Professional Wet/Dry Vac is ...Removal Refer to stop very small particles of injury from accidental starting, unplug power cord before using the Vac for the RIDGID Qwik Lock™ Fine Dust Filter VF5000. SP6733-2 Ridgid WD1851 ES 2/3/12 2:04 PM Page 13 Accessory and Hose Storage Your accessories may be stored in the...
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... the manufacturer or their service agent or by Authorized Service Centers, always using RIDGID replacement parts. 14 Cleaning and Disinfecting the Wet/Dry Vac To keep your Vac, the drum should be stored as the Vac so they come out of your cart squeak or become hard to reduce the... is worn or damaged, replace it as needed (i.e.; Casters and Wheels Should your Vac. SP6733-2 Ridgid WD1851 ES 2/3/12 2:04 PM Page 14 Maintenance (continued) Cleaning a Dry Filter NOTE: For best cleaning results due to wet all inside wall of your filter is gone. Even a small hole can be stored...
... the manufacturer or their service agent or by Authorized Service Centers, always using RIDGID replacement parts. 14 Cleaning and Disinfecting the Wet/Dry Vac To keep your Vac, the drum should be stored as the Vac so they come out of your cart squeak or become hard to reduce the... is worn or damaged, replace it as needed (i.e.; Casters and Wheels Should your Vac. SP6733-2 Ridgid WD1851 ES 2/3/12 2:04 PM Page 14 Maintenance (continued) Cleaning a Dry Filter NOTE: For best cleaning results due to wet all inside wall of your filter is gone. Even a small hole can be stored...
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...'s Manual † These replacement parts may also be available where you purchased your Vac. 16 Servicing a double- Part No. SP6733-2 Ridgid WD1851 ES 2/3/12 2:04 PM Page 16 Repair Parts 16 Gallon Professional Wet/Dry Vac Catalog Number WD1851 includes Model Numbers WD18510/WD1851EX0 RIDGID parts are provided instead of grounding. Not by Part Number - No grounding means...
...'s Manual † These replacement parts may also be available where you purchased your Vac. 16 Servicing a double- Part No. SP6733-2 Ridgid WD1851 ES 2/3/12 2:04 PM Page 16 Repair Parts 16 Gallon Professional Wet/Dry Vac Catalog Number WD1851 includes Model Numbers WD18510/WD1851EX0 RIDGID parts are provided instead of grounding. Not by Part Number - No grounding means...
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... Caddy, Left Caster Tote Screw Type "AB" #10 x 1-3/4 Bag of Loose Parts (Not Illustrated) (Includes Keys 4, 5, 10, and 12) 18 SP6733-2 Ridgid WD1851 ES 2/3/12 2:04 PM Page 18 Repair Parts (continued) Parts List for Wet/Dry Vac Cart RIDGID parts are available on-line at www.ridgidparts.com Always order by Key Number Key No.
... Caddy, Left Caster Tote Screw Type "AB" #10 x 1-3/4 Bag of Loose Parts (Not Illustrated) (Includes Keys 4, 5, 10, and 12) 18 SP6733-2 Ridgid WD1851 ES 2/3/12 2:04 PM Page 18 Repair Parts (continued) Parts List for Wet/Dry Vac Cart RIDGID parts are available on-line at www.ridgidparts.com Always order by Key Number Key No.
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WD1851 or WD1851EX Model No. Printed in workmanship and material. • How long coverage lasts This warranty lasts for the lifetime of the RIDGID® Wet/Dry Vac. • How to obtain service To obtain the benefit of this warranty, deliver via prepaid transportation the complete..., province to province, or country to alter this warranty or make any authorized RIDGID® INDEPENDENT SERVICE CENTER. SP6733-2 Ridgid WD1851 ES 2/3/12 2:04 PM Page 20 • What is covered RIDGID® Wet/Dry Vacs are not covered by this warranty. Stock No. WD18510 or WD1851EX0 Model and ...
WD1851 or WD1851EX Model No. Printed in workmanship and material. • How long coverage lasts This warranty lasts for the lifetime of the RIDGID® Wet/Dry Vac. • How to obtain service To obtain the benefit of this warranty, deliver via prepaid transportation the complete..., province to province, or country to alter this warranty or make any authorized RIDGID® INDEPENDENT SERVICE CENTER. SP6733-2 Ridgid WD1851 ES 2/3/12 2:04 PM Page 20 • What is covered RIDGID® Wet/Dry Vacs are not covered by this warranty. Stock No. WD18510 or WD1851EX0 Model and ...