Maintenance - RIDGID WD40801 Owner's Manual

MAINTENANCE

DETACHABLE BLOWER INTAKE (FIG. 13)
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of injury from accidental
starting, unplug power cord before changing or
cleaning filter or foam pad.
After using the Detachable Blower (A) 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 (A):
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
(A).
4. Remove the Foam Pad and clean in warm soapy
water or brush debris away. Allow Foam Pad to dry.
5. Examine Foam Pad for reuse. If you need to replace
it, check on-line at store.ridgid.com/wetdry.
6. Replace Foam Pad by reversing Steps 1 through 4.
7. Reinstall Intake Shield and 3 Screws.
The unit is ready for use.
DANGER:
Do not operate without reinstalling the intake
shield.
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Fig. 13
(A)
Foam Pad
Intake Shield
Screw (3)
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