Operation - RIDGID WD1855AU0 Owner's Manual

Operation

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, explosion or damage to Vac:
• Do not leave Vac running while unattended – you may fail to notice important
signs indicating abnormal operation such as loss of suction, debris/liquid
exiting the exhaust or abnormal motor noises. Immediately stop using Vac if
you notice these signs.
• Do not leave the Vac plugged in when not in use.
• Do not continue running when float has cut off suction.
• Sparks inside the motor can ignite airborne inflammables. Do not operate
the Vac near inflammable liquids or in areas with inflammable gases, fumes
or explosive/airborne dust. Inflammable liquids, gases and fumes include:
lighter fluid, solvent-type cleaners, oil-based paints, petrol, alcohol and
aerosol sprays. Explosive dusts include: coal, magnesium, aluminium, grain
and gunpowder.
• Do not vacuum up explosive dusts, inflammable liquids or hot ashes.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock or injury:
• Do not expose to rain or allow liquid to enter motor compartment. Store
indoors.
• Do not handle plug, switch, or Vac with wet hands.
• Unplug the Vac before servicing. If your Vac is not working as it should, has
missing parts, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors or dropped into
water, return it to an authorised service centre or call customer service.
• When using an extension cord, use only outdoor-rated cords that are in good
condition. Do not allow the connection to come into contact with liquid.
After you plug the power cord into the
socket, turn the unit on by pushing the
switch from position "O" to position "l".
The symbols used on the switch actuator
are international "On & Off" symbols:
= OFF
Familiarise yourself with the accessories
included with the Vac. Each accessory
may be used in various ways for
vacuuming and blowing debris. Here is a
list of the accessories and their uses:
Utility Nozzle – General purpose nozzle
for most vacuuming applications.
Wet Nozzle – Used for wet pick-up on
smooth surfaces to pick up liquid and dry
the surface in one stroke.
Car Nozzle – Dry pick-up nozzle for car
interiors and most upholstery cleaning.
Extension Wands – These wands can be
= ON
connected together and provide additional
length for more reach.
Dual-Flex™ Locking Hose – Provides
transfer of vacuum or blowing capability
to work site. Provides the means of
attaching extension wands and nozzles.
Crevice Tool – Use to pick up debris in
hard to reach locations.
Muffler/Diffuser – Use to disperse
exhaust air stream while reducing noise.
Insert into blowing port.
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