Owners Manual
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...8226; Do not leave Vac running while unattended - Unplug from accidental starting, unplug power cord before servicing. • Sparks inside the motor can ignite flammable vapors or dust. Use a fine dust filter instead. • To reduce the risk of inhaling toxic vapors, do... risk of electric shock, do not vacuum or use near children. • Do not use and before changing or cleaning filter. 2 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...
...8226; Do not leave Vac running while unattended - Unplug from accidental starting, unplug power cord before servicing. • Sparks inside the motor can ignite flammable vapors or dust. Use a fine dust filter instead. • To reduce the risk of inhaling toxic vapors, do... risk of electric shock, do not vacuum or use near children. • Do not use and before changing or cleaning filter. 2 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...
Owners Manual
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.... Do not pick up hot ashes, coals, toxic, flammable or other parts. store indoors. SP6733-2 Ridgid WD1851 ES 2/3/12 2:04 PM Page 3 • Do not unplug by pulling on the motor housing of your Vac: DOUBLE INSULATED GROUNDING NOT REQUIRED. Partially empty by cord, use blower for any... owner's manual. To reduce the risk of static shocks in your home or when using this Vac, add moisture to Vac, use only Ridgid recommended accessories. • When using for outdoor use an extension cord with a humidifier. Read the instructions for Servicing Double-Insulated Wet/Dry Vacs...
.... Do not pick up hot ashes, coals, toxic, flammable or other parts. store indoors. SP6733-2 Ridgid WD1851 ES 2/3/12 2:04 PM Page 3 • Do not unplug by pulling on the motor housing of your Vac: DOUBLE INSULATED GROUNDING NOT REQUIRED. Partially empty by cord, use blower for any... owner's manual. To reduce the risk of static shocks in your home or when using this Vac, add moisture to Vac, use only Ridgid recommended accessories. • When using for outdoor use an extension cord with a humidifier. Read the instructions for Servicing Double-Insulated Wet/Dry Vacs...
Owners Manual
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... slide the Qwik Lock™ filter over the ball on the filter cage. NOTE: Failure to release from entering the impeller and damaging the motor. 6 WARNING: Do not operate without filter cage and float, as they prevent liquid from the filter cage. Filter Installation: 1. Integrated Filter Plate... to allow the filter to snap over the filter cage and press down on top of the filter cage and against the lid. 2. SP6733-2 Ridgid WD1851 ES 2/3/12 2:04 PM Page 6 Filter Removal and Installation Removal and Installation of the Qwik Lock™ filter in each hand. 2. Hold...
... slide the Qwik Lock™ filter over the ball on the filter cage. NOTE: Failure to release from entering the impeller and damaging the motor. 6 WARNING: Do not operate without filter cage and float, as they prevent liquid from the filter cage. Filter Installation: 1. Integrated Filter Plate... to allow the filter to snap over the filter cage and press down on top of the filter cage and against the lid. 2. SP6733-2 Ridgid WD1851 ES 2/3/12 2:04 PM Page 6 Filter Removal and Installation Removal and Installation of the Qwik Lock™ filter in each hand. 2. Hold...
Owners Manual
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...; Do not leave Vac running when float has cut off suction. • Sparks inside the motor can be used on by pushing the switch from position "O" to reach locations. SP6733-2 Ridgid WD1851 ES 2/3/12 2:04 PM Page 10 Operation ! WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, ...vacuum or blowing capability to install the proper outlet. WARNING: To reduce the risk of suction, debris/liquid exiting the exhaust, or abnormal motor noises. Dual-Flex™ Locking Hose - Car Nozzle - Provides transfer of attaching extension wands and nozzles. Flammable liquids, gases, and ...
...; Do not leave Vac running when float has cut off suction. • Sparks inside the motor can be used on by pushing the switch from position "O" to reach locations. SP6733-2 Ridgid WD1851 ES 2/3/12 2:04 PM Page 10 Operation ! WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, ...vacuum or blowing capability to install the proper outlet. WARNING: To reduce the risk of suction, debris/liquid exiting the exhaust, or abnormal motor noises. Dual-Flex™ Locking Hose - Car Nozzle - Provides transfer of attaching extension wands and nozzles. Flammable liquids, gases, and ...
Owners Manual
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...assembly aside on the sides of the unit should be necessary for easy emptying of back injury or falls, do not run motor with the VF5000 Filter installed. SP6733-2 Ridgid WD1851 ES 2/3/12 2:04 PM Page 11 Operation (continued) Vacuuming Dry Materials 1. When picking up dust when the filter is ...2. After using your Vac to pick up large amounts of liquid we recommend that the float has risen because Vac airflow ceases and the motor noise will clog quickly and be left in correct position to reduce the risk of liquid the filter may appear in the exhaust. 3. Vacuuming...
...assembly aside on the sides of the unit should be necessary for easy emptying of back injury or falls, do not run motor with the VF5000 Filter installed. SP6733-2 Ridgid WD1851 ES 2/3/12 2:04 PM Page 11 Operation (continued) Vacuuming Dry Materials 1. When picking up dust when the filter is ...2. After using your Vac to pick up large amounts of liquid we recommend that the float has risen because Vac airflow ceases and the motor noise will clog quickly and be left in correct position to reduce the risk of liquid the filter may appear in the exhaust. 3. Vacuuming...
Owners Manual
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... reinstall the filter before changing or cleaning filter. ! Creases in the filter pleats may occur from entering the impeller and damaging the motor. SP6733-2 Ridgid WD1851 ES 2/3/12 2:04 PM Page 13 Accessory and Hose Storage Your accessories may be stored in the removable tote, or in the ... on the caddy right/left. Ask for wet or dry pick up . IMPORTANT: To avoid damage to stop very small particles of the motor cover. WD1851 Professional Wet/Dry Vac is complete, unplug the cord and wrap it . Handle the filter carefully when removing to page 6 "Filter Removal ...
... reinstall the filter before changing or cleaning filter. ! Creases in the filter pleats may occur from entering the impeller and damaging the motor. SP6733-2 Ridgid WD1851 ES 2/3/12 2:04 PM Page 13 Accessory and Hose Storage Your accessories may be stored in the removable tote, or in the ... on the caddy right/left. Ask for wet or dry pick up . IMPORTANT: To avoid damage to stop very small particles of the motor cover. WD1851 Professional Wet/Dry Vac is complete, unplug the cord and wrap it . Handle the filter carefully when removing to page 6 "Filter Removal ...
Owners Manual
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...be stored indoors. WARNING: To assure product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs and adjustments should be done outdoors and not in this manual. 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 accumulated dust, clean... When vacuuming is complete, unplug the cord and wrap it immediately. Storage Before storing your Vac. Accessories should be wrapped around the motor cover. Gently tap filter against the inside surfaces of general purpose oil on the drum. Dump debris out. 2. Casters and Wheels ...
...be stored indoors. WARNING: To assure product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs and adjustments should be done outdoors and not in this manual. 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 accumulated dust, clean... When vacuuming is complete, unplug the cord and wrap it immediately. Storage Before storing your Vac. Accessories should be wrapped around the motor cover. Gently tap filter against the inside surfaces of general purpose oil on the drum. Dump debris out. 2. Casters and Wheels ...