RIDGID WD40701 Owner's Manual page 7

OPERATION
4. Following use of Vac for wet pick up, allow Filter to
dry completely to avoid mildew and Filter damage.
IMPORTANT: To reduce the risk of damage to the Vac,
do not run Motor with Float in raised position.
WARNING:
!
Do not operate without filter cage and float, as
they prevent liquid from entering the impeller and
damaging the motor.
EMPTYING THE DUST DRUM (Fig. 5)
WARNING:
!
To reduce the risk of injury from accidental
starting, unplug power cord before emptying the
drum.
1. Unplug Power Cord from power source.
2. To empty contents of the Dust Drum (B), simply lift
on the two Drum Latches located on the side of the
Vac. Then lift the Powerhead (A) up and off the Dust
Drum (B).
3. Lay the Powerhead (A) upside down on a clean dry
area while emptying the Dust Drum (B) or changing
the Filter (C).
4. Empty Dust Drum (B) contents into the proper
waste disposal container.
5. The Dust Drum (B) should be emptied and cleaned
before storing your Vac.
BLOWING FEATURE (Fig. 6)
Your Vac features a Blower Port. It can blow sawdust
and other debris. Follow the steps below to use your
Vac as a Blower.
1. Locate the Blower Port, at the rear of the Powerhead
2. Insert the larger end of the Hose (I) into the Blower
3. Turn Vac ON and you are ready to use your Vac as
4. To Remove the Hose from the Vac: Turn Vac OFF.
Always wear safety eyewear complying with ANSI
Z87.1 (or in Canada, CSA Z94.3) before using as
a blower.
To reduce the risk of injury to bystanders, keep
them clear of blowing debris.
Wear a dust mask if blowing creates dust which
might be inhaled.
Fig. 5
To reduce the risk of hearing damage, wear ear
protectors when using the Vac/Blower for extended
time or in a noisy area.
(A)
Hose
Locking Tab
(B)
Drum Latch (2)
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(A) of your Wet/Dry Vac.
Port. Engage the Hose Locking Tab onto the lip of
the Blower Port. The Hose should snap into place.
a Blower.
Press the Hose Locking Tab and pull the Hose
straight out of the Blower Port.
WARNING:
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WARNING:
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CAUTION:
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CAUTION:
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(I)
Fig. 6
(A)
Blower
Port