RIDGID WD1665 manual Maintenance, Assemble the Detachable Blower for “Blowing”, Blower Intake

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Assemble the Detachable Blower for “Blowing”

Assemble the Detachable Blower for “Blowing”

This may be assembled three ways.

1.Insert the small end of one of the exten- sion wands into the blowing port of the detachable blower. Insert the male- male adapter into the extension wand and install the blower nozzle onto the male-male adapter.

-OR -

2.Insert the male-male adapter into the blowing port of the detachable blower. Connect the large end of the extension wand to the male-male adapter. Con- nect the blower nozzle to the extension wand. If the additional reach is not needed, simply omit the wand, and con- nect the blower nozzle to the male to

Blowing

Port

Blower Nozzle

male adapter.

3.The wet/dry vac may also be used for blowing using the seven foot hose sup- plied with the wet/dry vac. Install the male/male adapter in the blowing port of the wet/dry vac. The male/male adapter will insert into the inside of the push button end of the vac hose. Assemble the hose to the male/male adapter and connect the blower nozzle to the opposite end of the hose. The unit is ready for blowing applications.

4.Turn the blower “ON” by toggling the switch in the handle of the blower to the “ON” position.

Blower Nozzle

Male/Male

Adapter

Male/Male

Hose

Adapter

Maintenance

Blower Intake

WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury from accidental starting, unplug power cord before changing or cleaning filter or foam pad.

After using the detachable blower of your wet/dry vac, examine the bottom of the blower for dust and debris. Check to see if the intake to the blower has debris stuck to the plastic vents and foam pad.

To clean the foam pad under the intake shield of the detachable blower:

1.Remove the three screws holding the intake shield.

2.Lift the intake shield off and set aside.

3.Lift the foam pad away from the detached blower, the foam pad holder will also lift away from the blower.

4.Remove the foam pad from pad holder and set the foam pad holder to the side.

MaintenanceFoam Pad Holder

Blower Intake Foam Pad

Manual backgroundIntake Shield

Screws (3)

Clean the foam pad in warm soapy water or brush debris away. Allow foam pad to dry.

5.Examine foam pad for reuse. If you need to replace it, check the service part section of this manual.

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RIDGID WD1665 manual Maintenance, Assemble the Detachable Blower for “Blowing”, Blower Intake