RIDGID RT1400M0 Owner's Manual page 29

OPERATION
Vacuuming Liquids
1. Vacuuming up small amounts of liquid
(less than 5 cm (2") collected in Dust
Drum) does not require Filter removal.
2. When larger amounts of liquid are to
be picked up, remove the Filter, but
not the Filter Cage or Float, to prevent
the Filter from becoming saturated with
liquid. If the Filter becomes saturated,
you may see "mist" coming from the
Blowing Port.
3. When the Drum is "full" the Float will
rise and cut off airflow. The motor
sound will rise in pitch and its speed
will increase indicating the Drum is
"full". Turn OFF the Vac and unplug the
power cord before emptying the Drum.
WARNING:
Do not operate without filter cage
and float, as they prevent liquid from
entering the impeller and damaging
the motor.
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.
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Emptying the Dust 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
Powerhead Carry 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.
Drum Latches (2)
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Powerhead
Carry Handle
Dust
Drum
Drain
Cap
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