RIDGID WD1950 Vacuum Cleaner User Manual


 
10
Operation
WARNING
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, aluminum, 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.
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".
Utility Nozzle - General purpose nozzle for
most vacuuming applications.
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 together and provides
additional length for more reach.
Hose - Provides transfer of vacuum or
blowing capability to work site. Provides
the means of attaching extension wands
and nozzles.
Crevice Tool - Use to pick up debris in
hard to reach locations.
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 f
or y
ou to empty the
drum and clean the filter at more
frequent intervals to maintain peak vac
performance.
NO
TE:
A dr
y filter is necessar
y to pic
k up
dry material. If you use your vac to pick
up dust when the filter is wet, the filter will
clog quic
kly and be v
er
y difficult to clean.
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
.
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.
WARNING: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
eyewear complying with ANSI Z87.1
(or in Canada, CSA Z94.3) before
starting operation. Safety eyewear
are available at many local retail
stores.
WARNING:To reduce the risk of
fire or electric shock, do not run vac
unattended.
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