WD1200/30 RIDGID MANUAL (12001 3/16/01 4:23 PM Page 10
Maintenance
Filter
WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury from accidental starting, unplug power cord before changing or cleaning filter.
NOTE: This filter is made of high quality paper designed to stop very small parti- cles of dust. The filter can be used for wet or dry pick up. Handle the filter carefully when removing to clean or installing it. Creases in the filter pleats may occur from installation but creases will not affect the performance of the filter.
Cleaning
Your filter should be cleaned often to maintain peak vac performance.
Be sure to dry the filter before storing or picking up dry debris.
IMPORTANT: After cleaning, check the filter for tears or small holes. Do not use a filter with holes or tears in it. Even a small hole can cause a lot of dust to come out of your vac. Replace it immediately.
Removal
To remove the filter for cleaning or replacement, unscrew the filter nut from the filter cage and lift off filter.
WARNING: Do not remove the filter cage. It is there to help prevent your fingers from getting into the blower wheel.
IMPORTANT: To avoid damage to the blower wheel and motor, always reinstall the filter before using the vac for dry material pickup.
Dry Filter
1.Some removal of dry debris can be accomplished without removing the fil- ter from the vac. Slap your hand on top of the lid while the vac is turned off.
2.For best cleaning results due to accu- mulated dust, clean the filter in an open area. Cleaning SHOULD be done out- doors and not in the living quarters.
3.After filter removal from vac, remove the dry debris by gently tapping the filter against the inside wall of your dust drum. The debris will loosen and fall.
4.For thorough cleaning of dry filter with fine dust (no debris), run water through it as described under “Wet Filter”.
Wet Filter
After filter is removed, run water through the filter from a hose or spigot. Take care that water pressure from the hose is not strong enough to damage filter.
Installation
Refer to page 5, “Filter Assembly”.
Allow the filter to dry before reinstalling and storing the vac.
Wet/Dry Vac
To keep your Wet/Dry Vac looking its best, clean the outside with a cloth dampened with warm water and mild soap.
To clean the drum:
1.Dump debris out.
2.Wash drum thoroughly.
3.Wipe out with dry cloth.
WARNING: To assure product SAFETY and RELIABILITY, repairs and adjustment should be per- formed by Authorized Service Cen- ters, always using RIDGID replacement parts.
NOTE: If your casters are noisy, you may put a drop of oil on the roller shaft to make them quieter.
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