RIDGID WD1855AU0 Owner's Manual page 14

Maintenance (continued)
Filter Cleaning
Your filter should be cleaned often to
maintain peak Vac performance.
Be sure to dry the filter before storing or
picking up dry debris.
Cleaning A Dry Filter
1. Some removal of dry debris can be
accomplished without removing the
filter from the Vac. Slap your hand on
top of the lid while the Vac is turned off.
2. For best cleaning results due to
accumulated dust, clean the filter in an
open area. Cleaning SHOULD be done
outdoors and not in the living quarters.
3. After filter removal from Vac, remove
the dry debris by gently tapping the
filter against the inside wall of the dust
drum. The debris will loosen and fall.
4. For thorough cleaning of a dry filter
containing fine dust (no debris), run
water through it as described under
"Cleaning A Wet Filter".
Cleaning A Wet Filter
After filter has been removed, run water
through the filter from a hose or tap. Take
care that water pressure from the hose
is not strong enough to damage the filter.
Allow the filter to dry out before storing.
IMPORTANT: After cleaning, check the
filter for tears or small holes. Do not use
a filter with holes or tears in it. Even a
small hole can cause a lot of dust to come
out of your Vac. If your filter is worn or
damaged, replace it immediately.
Allow the filter to dry before reinstalling
and storing the Vac or picking up dry
debris.
Cleaning and Disinfecting the
Wet/Dry Vac
To keep your Wet/Dry Vac looking its best,
clean the outside with a cloth dampened
with warm water and mild detergent.
To clean the drum:
1. Dump debris out.
2. Wash drum thoroughly with warm water
and mild detergent.
3. Wipe out with dry cloth.
Before prolonged storage or as needed
(i.e.; waste water pick-up) the drum
should be disinfected.
To disinfect the drum:
1. Pour 4 l of water and 5 ml chlorine
bleach into the drum.
2. Let solution stand for 20 minutes,
carefully agitating it every few minutes,
making sure to wet all inside surfaces
of the drum.
3. Empty drum after 20 minutes. Rinse
with water until bleach smell has gone.
Allow drum to dry completely before
sealing the motor on the drum.
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