Vacuuming Liquids; Important; Emptying The Drum; Moving The Wet/Dry Vac - RIDGID WD1245 Manual Del Usuario

SP6439-3 E S 8/29/06
Operation (continued)
1. When picking up small amounts of liquid

Vacuuming Liquids

the filter may be left in place.
2. When picking up large amounts of liquid
we recommend that the filter be
removed. If the filter is not removed, it
will become saturated and misting may
appear in the exhaust.
3. When the liquid in the drum reaches a
predetermined level, the float mechanism
will rise automatically to cut off air-flow.
You will know that the float has risen
because vac airflow ceases and the
motor noise will become higher in pitch,
due to increased motor speed. When this
happens, turn off the vac, unplug the
power cord, and empty the drum.
4. After using the vac to pick up liquids, the
filter must be dried to avoid possible
mildew and damage to the filter.
IMPORTANT: To reduce the risk of
damage to the vac, do not run motor with
float in raised position.

Emptying the Drum

WARNING: To reduce the risk of
injury from
unplug power cord before emptying
the drum.
1. The vac comes equipped with a drain for
easy emptying of liquids. Simply
unscrew the drain cap and lift the
opposite side slightly to empty the drum.
2. Another option is to remove the lid. Pull
the flexible latches outward on each
side of the lid to release from the drum.
3. While holding the latches out, lift the top
assembly up and away from the drum.
4. Lay top assembly upside down on a
clean area while emptying drum or
changing filter.
5. Dump the drum contents into the proper
waste disposal container.
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accidental starting,
WARNING: To reduce the risk of back
injury or falls, do not lift a vac heavy
with liquid or debris. Scoop or drain
enough contents out to make the vac
light enough to lift comfortably.
When vacuuming is complete, unplug the
Cord Maintenance
cord and wrap it around the motor cover.
Should it become necessary to pick the

Moving the Wet/Dry Vac

vac up to move it, the handles on the sides
of the dust drum are used to lift. To
maneuver the vac, the pull handle above
the inlet should be used.
Your Wet/Dry Vac features "Full Blowing". It

Blowing Feature

can blow sawdust and other debris. Follow
the steps below to use your vac as a
blower.
WARNING: Always
eyewear complying with ANSI Z87.1
(or in Canada, CSA Z94.3) before
using as a blower.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of
injury to bystanders, keep them clear
of blowing debris.
CAUTION: Wear a dust mask if
blowing creates dust which might be
inhaled.
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of
hearing damage wear ear protectors
when using the vac/blower for
extended hours or when using it in a
noisy area.
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