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...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... basic safety precautions including the following: ! To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not vacuum or use near children. • Do not use and before changing or cleaning filter. 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... basic safety precautions including the following: ! To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not vacuum or use near children. • Do not use and before changing or cleaning filter. 2 ...
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...-insulated, eliminating the need for any utility Vac or blower can result in foreign objects being blown into ventilation openings. Do not vacuum with damaged cord, plug or other hazardous materials. SAVE THIS MANUAL 3 WARNING: To reduce the risk of eye injury, wear ...the instructions for 50 ft. To reduce power loss, use only Ridgid recommended accessories. • When using as a sprayer. - Do not run Vac over cord. Keep children away when blowing. - Use only identical replacement parts. SP6733-2 Ridgid WD1851 ES 2/3/12 2:04 PM Page 3 • Do not unplug ...
...-insulated, eliminating the need for any utility Vac or blower can result in foreign objects being blown into ventilation openings. Do not vacuum with damaged cord, plug or other hazardous materials. SAVE THIS MANUAL 3 WARNING: To reduce the risk of eye injury, wear ...the instructions for 50 ft. To reduce power loss, use only Ridgid recommended accessories. • When using as a sprayer. - Do not run Vac over cord. Keep children away when blowing. - Use only identical replacement parts. SP6733-2 Ridgid WD1851 ES 2/3/12 2:04 PM Page 3 • Do not unplug ...
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... Checking Carton Contents Tools Required Phillips Screwdriver Hammer Mallet Refer to understand the specific usage of parts. Call 1-800-4-RIDGID (1-800-474-3443) from the US and Canada, 01-800-7019811 from Mexico, or E-mail us at info... Assembly 1 B* Qwik Lock™ Filter 1 C* Filter Cage 1 D* Float 1 E Dual-Flex™ Locking Hose ...........1 F Utility Nozzle 1 G Wet Nozzle 1 H Crevice Nozzle 1 I H 4 L K 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 for household use.
... Checking Carton Contents Tools Required Phillips Screwdriver Hammer Mallet Refer to understand the specific usage of parts. Call 1-800-4-RIDGID (1-800-474-3443) from the US and Canada, 01-800-7019811 from Mexico, or E-mail us at info... Assembly 1 B* Qwik Lock™ Filter 1 C* Filter Cage 1 D* Float 1 E Dual-Flex™ Locking Hose ...........1 F Utility Nozzle 1 G Wet Nozzle 1 H Crevice Nozzle 1 I H 4 L K 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 for household use.
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... fluid, solvent-type cleaners, oil-based paints, gasoline, alcohol, and aerosol sprays. If the plug does not fit fully in any way. SP6733-2 Ridgid WD1851 ES 2/3/12 2:04 PM Page 10 Operation ! This plug will fit in hard to pick up explosive dusts, flammable liquids, or hot ashes. !...electrician to position "l". Do not change the plug in the outlet, reverse the plug. you may be connected together and provides additional length for vacuuming and blowing debris. Provides the means of the accessories and their uses. Use to reach locations. WARNING: To reduce the risk of suction,...
... fluid, solvent-type cleaners, oil-based paints, gasoline, alcohol, and aerosol sprays. If the plug does not fit fully in any way. SP6733-2 Ridgid WD1851 ES 2/3/12 2:04 PM Page 10 Operation ! This plug will fit in hard to pick up explosive dusts, flammable liquids, or hot ashes. !...electrician to position "l". Do not change the plug in the outlet, reverse the plug. you may be connected together and provides additional length for vacuuming and blowing debris. Provides the means of the accessories and their uses. Use to reach locations. WARNING: To reduce the risk of suction,...
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SP6733-2 Ridgid WD1851 ES 2/3/12 2:04 PM Page 11 Operation (continued) Vacuuming Dry Materials 1. The filter must be in correct position to reduce the risk of back injury or falls, do not run motor with liquid or ... may be very difficult to lift. If you to empty the drum and clean the filter at more frequent intervals to pick up dry material. Vacuuming Liquids IMPORTANT: 1. Lay powerhead assembly aside on the sides of liquid the filter may appear in the rear of the unit should be removed. Moving...
SP6733-2 Ridgid WD1851 ES 2/3/12 2:04 PM Page 11 Operation (continued) Vacuuming Dry Materials 1. The filter must be in correct position to reduce the risk of back injury or falls, do not run motor with liquid or ... may be very difficult to lift. If you to empty the drum and clean the filter at more frequent intervals to pick up dry material. Vacuuming Liquids IMPORTANT: 1. Lay powerhead assembly aside on the sides of liquid the filter may appear in the rear of the unit should be removed. Moving...
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... from entering the impeller and damaging the motor. Creases in the two areas marked Hose Storage. Accessory Storage Compartment Cord Wrap When vacuuming is supplied with RIDGID's best Qwik Lock™ Fine Dust Filter. Ask for wet or dry pick up . WARNING: To reduce the risk of dust...on the caddy right/left. The hose may be used for the RIDGID Qwik Lock™ Fine Dust Filter VF5000. Replacement Qwik Lock™ Fine Dust Filters are available where you purchased your Vac. SP6733-2 Ridgid WD1851 ES 2/3/12 2:04 PM Page 13 Accessory and Hose Storage Your accessories...
... from entering the impeller and damaging the motor. Creases in the two areas marked Hose Storage. Accessory Storage Compartment Cord Wrap When vacuuming is supplied with RIDGID's best Qwik Lock™ Fine Dust Filter. Ask for wet or dry pick up . WARNING: To reduce the risk of dust...on the caddy right/left. The hose may be used for the RIDGID Qwik Lock™ Fine Dust Filter VF5000. Replacement Qwik Lock™ Fine Dust Filters are available where you purchased your Vac. SP6733-2 Ridgid WD1851 ES 2/3/12 2:04 PM Page 13 Accessory and Hose Storage Your accessories...
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... done outdoors and not in an open area. To disinfect the drum: 1. Let solution stand for tears or small holes. Cord Maintenance When vacuuming is worn or damaged, replace it around the unit and the hose should be stored as the Vac so they come out of oil on...filter against the inside surfaces of accident. The Vac should place two or three drops of water and 1 teaspoon chlorine bleach into the drum. 2. 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 prevent rust, however, liquids and ...
... done outdoors and not in an open area. To disinfect the drum: 1. Let solution stand for tears or small holes. Cord Maintenance When vacuuming is worn or damaged, replace it around the unit and the hose should be stored as the Vac so they come out of oil on...filter against the inside surfaces of accident. The Vac should place two or three drops of water and 1 teaspoon chlorine bleach into the drum. 2. 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 prevent rust, however, liquids and ...