Filter Cleaning; Cleaning A Dry Filter; Cleaning A Wet Filter; Cleaning And Disinfecting The Wet/Dry Vac - RIDGID WD4075KR0 Owner's Manual

Maintenance (continued)

Filter Cleaning

Your filter should be cleaned often to
maintain peak Vac performance.

Cleaning A Dry Filter

NOTE: 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.
1. Light cleaning of some dry debris from
the filter can be accomplished without
removing the filter from the Vac. Simply
slap your hand on top of the handle
while the Vac is turned off.
2. Remove the filter from the Vac. Gently
tap the filter against the inside wall
of your dust drum and the debris will
loosen and fall.
3. For thorough cleaning of a dry filter with
fine dust (no debris) you may run water
through it as described under "Cleaning
A Wet Filter" Section.

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.
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 damaged or
worn. 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 2 l of water and 3 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.

Cord Maintenance

When vacuuming is complete, unplug
the cord and wrap it around the motor
cover. If the power cord is damaged, it
must be replaced by the manufacturer or
their service agent or by similarly qualified
personnel to reduce the risk of accident.

Storage

Before storing your Vac, the drum should
be emptied and cleaned. The cord should
be wrapped around the unit and the hose
should be stored as described in this
manual. Accessories should be kept in
the same area as the Vac so they can
be readily available. The Vac should be
stored indoors.
WARNING: To assure product
SAFETY and RELIABILITY, any
other maintenance, repairs and
adjustments should be performed by
Authorised Service Centres, always
using RIDGID replacement parts.
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