Accessory And Hose Storage; Cord Wrap; Maintenance; Filter - RIDGID WD1851 Manual Del Operador

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Accessory and Hose Storage

Your accessories may be stored in the
removable tote, or in the two locations on
the caddy right/left. The hose may be stored
by wrapping it around the unit and placing
each end into the two areas marked Hose
Storage.
NOTE: Insert male end of extension
wand into the holder sleeve as shown.
The hose may be stored by wrapping it
around the unit and plugging the open
end into one of the storage locations on
the caddy assembly.
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Maintenance

Filter

WARNING: To reduce the risk of
!
injury from accidental starting,
unplug power cord before changing
or cleaning filter.
WD1851 Professional Wet/Dry Vac is
supplied with RIDGID's best Two-Stage
Fine Dust Filter. Replacement Two Stage-
Fine Dust Filters are available where you
purchased your vac. Ask for the RIDGID
Two-Stage-Fine Dust Filter VF5000.
NOTE: The filter is made of high quality
paper designed to stop very small
particles 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 not affect
the performance of the filter.
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Cord Wrap

When vacuuming is complete, unplug the
cord and wrap it around the power
assembly as shown. The cord should wrap
under the pull handle (above the inlet) and
around and under the cord wrap of the
motor cover.
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Hose Storage
Area
! WARNING: Do not operate with
the filter cage and float removed.
The float prevents water from
entering the impeller and damaging
the motor. The cage prevents fingers
from touching the moving impeller.
Filter Removal
To remove the filter for cleaning or
replacement, unscrew the filter nut from
the filter cage, remove filter plate and lift
off filter.
IMPORTANT: To avoid damage to the
blower wheel and motor, always reinstall
the filter before using the vac for dry
material pick-up.
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Accessory Storage
Compartment
Extension
Wand
Extension
Wand
Storage
Push/Pull Handle
Cord Wrap
Power
Cord