Maintenance - RIDGID WD1685AU0 Owner's Manual

Maintenance

Detachable Blower Intake
WARNING: To reduce the risk of
injury from accidental starting, unplug
the power cord before changing or
cleaning the filter or foam pad.
After using the detachable blower of your
Wet/Dry Vac, examine the bottom of the
blower for dust and debris. Check to see
if the intake to the blower has debris stuck
to the plastic vents and foam pad.
To clean the foam pad under the intake
shield of the detachable blower:
1. Remove the three screws holding the
intake shield.
2. Lift the intake shield off and set aside.
3. Lift the foam pad away from the
detachable blower.
4. Remove the foam pad and clean in
warm water with detergent or brush
debris away. Allow foam pad to dry.
5. Examine foam pad for reuse. If you
need to replace it, check the service
part section of this manual.
6. Replace foam pad by reversing steps
1 thru 4.
7. Reinstall intake shield and 3 screws.
The unit is ready for use.
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Foam Pad
Intake
Shield
Screws (3)