RIDGID RT1600M0 Owner's Manual page 34

OPERATION
Emptying the Drum
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. The Vac comes equipped with a Drain
for easy emptying of liquids. Position the
Vac near a suitable drain or receptacle
and remove the Drain Cap.
3. Remove the Powerhead Assembly by
pulling outward at the top of the two
Latches.
4. Lift Powerhead Assembly from the Dust
Drum and set aside.
5. Use the Dust Drum Handles located
at the bottom of the Dust Drum to lift
and empty into a proper waste disposal
container.
NOTE: Do not carry the Vac by the
Detachable Blower Handle when the Vac
is full.
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of back injury
or falls, do not lift a Vac heavy
with liquid or debris. Scoop or drain
enough contents out to make the
Vac light enough to lift comfortably.
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Powerhead
Assembly
Latches (2)
Drum
Moving the Wet/Dry Vac
Should it become necessary to pick the
Vac up to move it, the Drum Catch under
the Handles on the sides of the Dust Drum
are used to lift.
To maneuver the Vac, the Detachable
Blower Handle above the Vac Inlet can
be used.
Detachable
Blower Handle
Drum
Catch (2)
Vac Inlet
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Drain Cap
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