Operation; Vacuuming Dry Materials; Vacuuming Liquids - RIDGID WD4050 El Manual Del Propietario

Operation

To reduce the risk of fire or explosion, do not operate this vac in areas with
flammable gases or flammable vapors such as lighter fluid, cleaners, oil-base
paints, gasoline, alcohol or explosive dust such as coal, magnesium, grain or
gun powder in the air. Do not vacuum explosive dust, flammable or combusti-
ble 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. To
reduce the risk of electrical shock do not expose to rain. Store vac indoors.
Unplug power cord before changing or cleaning filter or emptying the dust
drum.
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of hear-
ing damage wear ear protectors
when using the vac or blower for
extended hours or when using it in a
noisy area. The operation of any util-
ity vac or blower can result in for-
eign 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 Z94.3-99) shown on
Package before commencing opera-
tion. Safety Goggles are 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 quali-
fied electrician to install the proper outlet.
Do not change the plug in any way.
After you plug the power cord into the out-
let, turn the unit on by pushing the switch
from position "O" to position "l". The sym-
bols used on the motor cover are interna-
tional "On & Off" symbols. "O" is the
symbol for "OFF" and "l" is the symbol for
"ON".
= OFF
NOTE: When using the unit in the vacuum-
ing mode, always insert the air diffuser in the
exhaust port. This breaks up the direct flow
of air and diffuses it.
Familiarize yourself with the accessories
included with the vac. Each accessory may
be used in various ways for vacuuming and
WARNING
blowing debris. Here is a list of the accesso-
ries and their uses.
Car Nozzle - Dry pickup nozzle for car interi-
ors and most upholstery cleaning.
Hose - Provides transfer of vacuum or blow-
ing capability to work site. Provides the
means of attaching extension wands and
nozzles.

Vacuuming Dry Materials

1. The filter must be in correct position at
2. When using your vac to pick up very fine
NOTE: A dry filter is necessary to pick up dry
material. If you use your vac to pick up mate-
rial 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

Vacuuming Liquids

= ON
1. When picking up small amounts of liquid
2. When picking up large amounts of liquid
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all times to avoid leaks and possible
damage to vac.
dust, it will be necessary for you to
empty the drum and clean the filter at
more frequent intervals to maintain vac
performance.
the vac to pick up dry material, you can
quickly dry the filter by running the vac
without hose attached for about 10 min-
utes. The clean air rushing through the
vac will help dry the filter.
the filter may be left in place.
we recommend that the filter be
removed. If the filter is not removed, it
will become saturated and misting may
appear in the exhaust.