Operation - RIDGID HD0300 Owner's Manual

OPERATION

WARNING:
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• Do not leave Vac running while unattended - you may fail to notice important signs indicating abnormal
operation such as loss of suction, debris/liquid exiting the exhaust, or abnormal motor noises.
Immediately stop using Vac if you notice these signs.
• Do not leave Vac plugged in when not in use.
• Do not continue running when float has cut off suction.
• Sparks inside the motor can ignite airborne flammables.
liquids or in areas with flammable gases, vapors, or explosive/airborne dust. Flammable liquids,
gases, and vapors include: lighter fluid, solvent-type cleaners, oil-based paints, gasoline, alcohol,
and aerosol sprays. Explosive dusts include: coal, magnesium, aluminum, grain, and gun powder.
• Do not vacuum up explosive dusts, flammable liquids, or hot ashes.
• Do not leave sawdust or rags with stain or polyurethane residue inside Vac. Empty drum after picking up
these potentially self-heating materials.
WARNING:
!
• Do not expose to rain or allow liquid to enter motor compartment. Store indoors.
• Do not handle plug, switch, or Vac with wet hands.
• Unplug Vac before servicing. If your Vac is not working as it should, has missing parts, has been
dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, return it to an authorized service center or call
customer service.
• When using an extension cord, use only outdoor-rated cords that are in good condition. Do not allow the
connection to come into contact with liquid.
CAUTION:
!
Vac/Blower for extended time or in a noisy area.
POLARIZED PLUG (Fig. 3)
Push down on the Left Side Storage Lid Latch,
located at the top left of the Powerhead Assembly (A).
Open the Side Storage Lid to expose the Power Cord.
Place the Power Cord through the Cord Exit, as shown
in Figure 3. Close the Storage Lid to capture the
Power Cord through the Cord Exit, outside the
Wet/Dry Vac.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, this Vac has a
Polarized Plug (one blade is wider than the other).
This Plug will fit in a Polarized Outlet only one way.
If the Plug does not fit fully in the Outlet, reverse the
Plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician
to install the proper Outlet. Do not change the Plug in
any way.
When operating your vacuum with the Storage Lid
closed, take care to make sure that the Power Cord is
positioned completely through the Cord Exit.
NOTE: When using the unit in the vacuuming mode, the
side storage lid can be used as an air diffuser by closing
this storage lid.
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To reduce the risk of fire, explosion, or damage to Vac:
To reduce the risk of electric shock or injury:
To reduce the risk of hearing damage, wear ear protectors when using the
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Do not operate Vac near flammable
(A)
Power Cord
Polarized
Plug
Cord Exit
Storage Lid
Latch
Fig. 3
Left Side
Storage Lid
Left Side
Storage Lid
Closed
Power Cord and Polarized
Plug through Cord Exit
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