Operation; Vacuuming Dry Materials - RIDGID WD1850 Owner's Manual

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Operation

To reduce the risk of fire or explosion, do not operate this vac in areas with
flammable gases, vapors or explosive dust in the air. Flammable gases or
vapors include but are not limited to; lighter fluid, solvent type cleaners, oil-
base paints, gasoline, alcohol or aerosol sprays. Explosive dusts include but
are not limited to; coal, magnesium, grain or gun powder. Do not vacuum
explosive dust, flammable or combustible liquids or hot ashes. Do not use this
vac as a sprayer. To reduce the risk of health hazards from vapors or dusts, do
not vacuum toxic materials.
CAUTION: To reduce risk of hearing
damage, wear ear protectors when
using the vac for extended hours or
when using it in a noisy area. The
operation of any utility vac can result
in foreign objects being blown into
the eyes, which can result in severe
eye damage. Always wear safety
goggles complying with ANSI Z87.1
(or in Canada, CSA A94.3) shown on
Package before
operation. Safety
available at many local retail stores.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, this
appliance 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.
After you plug the power cord into the outlet,
turn the unit on by pushing the switch from
position "O" to position "l". The symbols
used on the switch actuator are international
"On & Off" symbols. "O" is the symbol for
"OFF" and "l" is the symbol for "ON".
= OFF
Familiarize yourself with the accessories
included with the vac. Each accessory may
be used in various ways for vacuuming and
blowing debris. Here is a list of the
accessories and their uses.
Utility Nozzle - General purpose nozzle for
most vacuuming applications.
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Wet Nozzle - Used for wet pickup on
smooth surfaces to pick up liquid and dry
the surface in one stroke.
Car Nozzle - Dry pickup nozzle for car
interiors and most upholstery cleaning.
Extension Wands - These wands can be
connected
additional length for more reach.
Hose - Provides transfer of vacuum or
blowing capability to work site. Provides
commencing
the means of attaching extension wands
Goggles are
and nozzles.
Crevice Tool - Use to pick up debris in
hard to reach locations.
Muffler/Diffuser - Use to disperse
exhaust air stream while reducing noise.
Insert into blowing port.

Vacuuming Dry Materials

1. The filter must always be in correct
position to reduce the risk of leaks and
possible damage to vac.
2. Your Wet/Dry Vac comes with the
VF5000 Filter installed. When using
your vac to pick up very fine dust, it will
be necessary for you to empty the drum
and clean the filter at more frequent
intervals
= ON
performance.
NOTE: A dry filter is necessary to pick up
dry material. If you use your vac to pick up
dust when the filter is wet, the filter will
clog quickly and be very difficult to clean.
3. If your filter is wet but you need to use
the vac to pick up dry material, you can
quickly dry the filter by running the vac
without
10 minutes. The clean air rushing
through the vac will help dry the filter.
10
together and provides
to maintain peak
hose attached for about
vac