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RIDGID WD1200 Owner's Manual

12 u.s./10 cdn. gallons wet/dry vac
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WD1200/30 RIDGID MANUAL (12001
QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS?
CALL 1-800-4-RIDGID
www.ridgidwoodworking.com
Part No. SP6407
3/16/01
4:23 PM
Page 1
WD1 200/WD1 230

OWNERS MANUAL

12 U.S./10 CDN.
GALLONS
WET/DRY VAC
• Assembly
• Operation
• Repair Parts
For Your Safety:
Read all instructions carefully
(WD1200 SHOWN)
Printed in Canada

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  • Page 1: Owners Manual

    WD1200/30 RIDGID MANUAL (12001 QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS? CALL 1-800-4-RIDGID www.ridgidwoodworking.com Part No. SP6407 3/16/01 4:23 PM Page 1 WD1 200/WD1 230 OWNERS MANUAL (WD1200 SHOWN) 12 U.S./10 CDN. GALLONS WET/DRY VAC • Assembly • Operation • Repair Parts For Your Safety:...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    WD1200/30 RIDGID MANUAL (12001 Table of Contents Table of Contents Table of Contents Section Section Section Important Safety Instructions ... 2 Important Safety Instructions ... 2 Important Safety Instructions ... 2 Safety Signal Words ... 2 Safety Signal Words ... 2 Safety Signal Words ...

  • Page 3: Save These Instructions

    WD1200/30 RIDGID MANUAL (12001 before servicing. Turn off Wet/Dry Vac before unplugging. • To reduce the risk of injury from acciden- tal starting, unplug power cord before changing or cleaning filter. • Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.

  • Page 4: Introduction

    J Caster Foot w/Storage (WD1230) 2 (WD1200) ...4 K Caster Foot (WD1230 only)... 2 L Caster Twin Wheel... 4 M Wet Nozzle (WD1200 only) ... 1 N Car Nozzle (WD1200 only)...1 O Hose Lock (WD1200 only)... 1 P Owners Manual ...1 Caster/Caster Foot Assembly 1.

  • Page 5: Float/Cage Assembly

    WD1200/30 RIDGID MANUAL (12001 Float/Cage Assembly WARNING: For your own safety, never connect plug to power source outlet until all assembly steps are complete and you have read and understood the safety and operation instructions. Do not operate vac with any parts damaged or missing.

  • Page 6: Vac Assembly

    WD1200/30 RIDGID MANUAL (12001 Vac Assembly 1. Line up vacuum port in top assembly with drain cap located on the front of the drum. 2. Place lid on top of drum with the han- dles snug against the drum channel.

  • Page 7: To Store Your Accessories

    WD1200/30 RIDGID MANUAL (12001 Insert the flexible plastic end of the hose, which is opposite the swivel end, into the vacuum port directly above the drain. Place the utility nozzle securely on the swivel end of the hose and the vac is ready for use.

  • Page 8: Operation

    WD1200/30 RIDGID MANUAL (12001 Operation To reduce the risk of fire or explosion, do not operate this vac in areas with flammable gases, vapors or explosive dust in the air. Flammable gases or vapors include but are not limited to; lighter fluid, solvent type cleaners, oil- base paints, gasoline, alcohol or aerosol sprays.

  • Page 9: Vacuuming Liquids

    WD1200/30 RIDGID MANUAL (12001 Operation (continued) Vacuuming Liquids 1.When picking up small amounts of liquid 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.

  • Page 10: Maintenance

    WD1200/30 RIDGID MANUAL (12001 Maintenance Filter WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury from accidental starting, unplug power cord before changing or cleaning filter. NOTE: This filter is made of high quality paper designed to stop very small parti- cles of dust. The filter can be used for wet or dry pick up.

  • Page 11: Wet Nozzle

    WD1200/30 RIDGID MANUAL (12001 Wet Nozzle (WD1200 only) To pick up liquids off a smooth surface, use the 2-1/2" wet nozzle accessory sup- plied with your wet/dry vac. To use, simply attach the nozzle to the end of an exten- sion wand.

  • Page 12: Repair Parts

    Repair Parts 12 U.S. /10 CDN. Gallons Wet/Dry Vac Model Number WD12001 or WD12300 RIDGID parts are available on-line at www.ridgidparts.com Always order by Part Number - Not by Key Number SERVICING OF DOUBLE-INSULATED WET/DRY VAC In a double-insulated Wet/Dry Vac, two systems of insulation are provided instead of grounding.
  • Page 13 WD1200/30 RIDGID MANUAL (12001 Repair Parts Model Number WD12001 or WD12300 RIDGID parts are available on-line at www.ridgidparts.com 3/16/01 4:23 PM Page 13...
  • Page 14 WD1200/30 RIDGID MANUAL (12001 3/16/01 4:23 PM Page 14 Notes...
  • Page 15 WD1200/30 RIDGID MANUAL (12001 3/16/01 4:23 PM Page 15 Notes...
  • Page 16 3/16/01 4:23 PM Page 16 Lifetime Warranty On RIDGID Tools The RIDGID REPUTATION is the result of the consistent product quality and years of pride in workmanship. Rigorous checks and controls from raw materials to packaged products insure product confidence widely accepted as the mark of the professional trades.

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