Ridgid WD1680 Support Question
Ridgid WD1680 Support Question
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Question posted by joeycontractorsupplydepot on February 2nd, 2016
In Powertools Like Impact Drill Or Angle Grinder,how Many Days Before The Carbon
in powertools like impact drill or angle grinder,how many days before the carbon brush will replace
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Answer #1: Posted by TommyKervz on February 4th, 2016 2:01 AM
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The carbon brushes furnished will last approximately 50 hours of running time or 10,000 on/off cycles. Replace both carbon brushes when either brush has less than 1/4" length of carbon remaining.
Related Ridgid WD1680 Manual Pages
Owners Manual - Page 21
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1-800-4-RIDGID (1-800-474-3443) from the US and Canada 01-800-701-9811 from Mexico
www.ridgidvacs.com
! SP6779
Printed in Mexico SP6779-2 Ridgid WD1680 E S 2/3/12 1:57 PM Page 1
OWNER'S MANUAL
16 U.S.
Owners Manual - Page 22
...avoided, will result in . To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
2 SP6779-2 Ridgid WD1680 E S 2/3/12 1:57 PM Page 2
Table of Contents
Section
Page
Important Safety Instructions 2 Introduction ...Vac Assembly 8 Positioning Detachable Blower
(Power Head Assembly 9 Operation 10
Vacuuming Dry Materials 11 Vacuuming Liquids 11 Emptying the Drum 11
Section
Page
Moving the Wet/Dry ...
Owners Manual - Page 23
...SERVICING USE ONLY IDENTICAL REPLACEMENT PARTS.
! Do not direct discharge at bystanders. - Use only identical replacement parts. keep free of... corners. The operation of any ventilation openings blocked; Vacuuming fine debris with any utility Vac or blower can result...To reduce power loss, use as a detached blower: - SP6779-2 Ridgid WD1680 E S 2/3/12 1:57 PM Page 3
• Do not use with...
Owners Manual - Page 24
...F Caster Feet 2
G Caster Feet with Detachable Blower is intended for vacuuming wet or dry media and may be used for household use.
Unpacking and ...Checking Carton Contents
Remove contents of your new Vac. SP6779-2 Ridgid WD1680 E S 2/3/12 1:57 PM Page 4
Introduction
This Wet/Dry Vac with Storage 2
H #10 x 1-3/4" screws 4
I...
Owners Manual - Page 25
...™ filter over the filter cage and press down on the bottom of the filter seats securely around the base of the stud.
SP6779-2 Ridgid WD1680 E S 2/3/12 1:57 PM Page 5
Filter Removal and Installation
Removal and Installation of Filter
(cutaway view)
Qwik Lock™ Stud
Float
! This action will cause the...
Owners Manual - Page 26
... shown.
Push on the caster until the ball on both front and rear caster feet, securing them to fully seat both caster feet. SP6779-2 Ridgid WD1680 E S 2/3/12 1:57 PM Page 6
Drum/Caster Foot Assembly
If any parts are missing or damaged contact Customer Service.
You will swivel easily when positioning is...
Owners Manual - Page 27
... holder has been designed to hold all the accessories included with holder clips locked.
Cord Wrap
When vacuuming is complete, unplug the cord and wrap it around the detachable blower as shown.
Slide accessory storage...Cord Swivel
7 Position rods of accessory storage holder. SP6779-2 Ridgid WD1680 E S 2/3/12 1:57 PM Page 7
Accessory Storage Holder
Installing Accessory Storage Holder
1.
Owners Manual - Page 28
SP6779-2 Ridgid WD1680 E S 2/3/12 1:57 PM Page 8
Wet/Dry Vac Assembly
1. To assemble the lid assembly to the drum assembly, lower the lid assembly onto the dust drum. Rotate both latches down until you hear them snap over the drum latch catches of the unit located above the vacuum inlet on the dust...
Owners Manual - Page 29
... of the "DualFlex™ Locking" hose into place.
Press and Pull
Release Button
9 SP6779-2 Ridgid WD1680 E S 2/3/12 1:57 PM Page 9
Positioning Detachable Blower
(Power Head Assembly)
1.
Lightly press down... Blower
Detachable Blower Latch
Detachable Blower
Molded Leads
2. To replace the detachable blower onto the lid assembly, position detachable blower above the indented area of the...
Owners Manual - Page 30
...outlet only one stroke. Extension Wands - General purpose nozzle for car interiors and most vacuuming applications. Dry pickup nozzle for most upholstery cleaning.
Provides the means of fire, ...included with the Vac. Car Nozzle - SP6779-2 Ridgid WD1680 E S 2/3/12 1:57 PM Page 10
Operation
! Utility Nozzle - Used for vacuuming and blowing debris. Do not operate Vac near flammable ...
Owners Manual - Page 31
... drum and clean the filter at all times to avoid leaks and possible damage to maintain peak Vac performance. SP6779-2 Ridgid WD1680 E S 2/3/12 1:57 PM Page 11
Operation (continued)
Vacuuming Dry Materials
1.
Vacuuming Liquids
1. If the filter is necessary to pick up very fine dust, it will be in the exhaust.
! After using...
Owners Manual - Page 32
... used. It has the capability to be used to lift.
Remove the detachable blower of your Wet/Dry Vac.
2. Detachable Blower
Molded Leads
! SP6779-2 Ridgid WD1680 E S 2/3/12 1:57 PM Page 12
Operation (continued)
Moving the Wet/Dry Vac
Should it become necessary to pick the Vac up to move it, the...
Owners Manual - Page 33
... Adapter
Goggles Dusk Mask
3. The Wet/Dry Vac may also be added to the "I" position. Blowing Port
TURN CLOCKWISE TO LOCK
Blower Wand
-
SP6779-2 Ridgid WD1680 E S 2/3/12 1:57 PM Page 13
Operation (continued)
Using the Detachable Blower for "Blowing"
Two suggested methods of the detachable blower. Insert the round end of...
Owners Manual - Page 34
... of injury from the detachable blower.
4. Remove the three screws holding the intake shield.
2. Replace foam pad by reversing steps 1 thru 4.
7. WARNING: To reduce the risk of this manual... If you need to the plastic vents and foam pad. Allow foam pad to dry.
5. SP6779-2 Ridgid WD1680 E S 2/3/12 1:57 PM Page 14
Maintenance
Detachable Blower Intake
! To clean the foam pad under the...
Owners Manual - Page 35
... installation but will loosen and fall.
4. The filter can be cleaned often to remove the dirt. Replace it as described under "Cleaning A Wet Filter". IMPORTANT: After cleaning, check the filter for dry material pickup.
3. SP6779-2 Ridgid WD1680 E S 2/3/12 1:57 PM Page 15
Maintenance (continued)
Filter
Cleaning A Dry Filter
NOTE: The filter is...
Owners Manual - Page 36
... and RELIABILITY, repairs and adjustments should be readily available.
SP6779-2 Ridgid WD1680 E S 2/3/12 1:57 PM Page 16
Maintenance (continued)
Cleaning and...water pick up) the drum should be disinfected. Cord Maintenance
When vacuuming is complete, unplug the cord and wrap it must be stored as...be replaced by the manufacturer or their service agent or by Authorized Service ...
Owners Manual - Page 38
...Caster Foot, Rear Caster Wheel Accessory Storage Holder Drum Latch Lid (Includes Key No. 10 & 18) Blower Assembly (WD1680 Only) Blower Assembly (WD1680EX Only) Foam Pad Spacer Blower Wheel Washer Nut † Latch Detachable Blower † Utility ... Wand Cord Swivel Dual-Flex™ Locking Hose Owner's Manual
† These replacement parts may be available where you purchased your Vac.
18
Owners Manual - Page 39
...Replacement parts
for grounding be
marked on the appliance. insulated Wet/Dry Vac requires extreme care and knowledge of the system,
and should a means for a double-insulated Wet/Dry Vac must be done only by qualified service personnel. SP6779-2 Ridgid WD1680...insulated
appliance, nor should be identical to the parts they replace. Servicing a double-
To reduce the risk of injury...
Owners Manual - Page 40
... You should be returned to the place of purchase. • What we will be repaired or replaced, at Ridge Tool Company's option, and returned at no charge;
SP6779
Professional Tools Form No.
... relate to the warranty Some states do to repair or replace during the warranty period the Wet/Dry Vac is still defective, you . WD1680/WD1680EX Model No. or, if after three attempts to correct...
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