Cord Wrap; Moving The Vac; Blowing Feature - RIDGID WD1665 Owner's Manual

Operation (continued)
4. If the contents are liquid, you may dis-
pose by using the drain provided in the
drum for easy emptying. Simply unscrew
the drain cap and allow the liquid to drain
completely out of the vac drum.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of back
injury or falls, do not lift a vac heavy
with liquid or debris. Scoop or drain
enough contents out to make the vac
light enough to lift comfortably.

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 handle to the power assembly.
Handle

Moving the Vac

Should it become necessary to pick the vac
up to move it, the handles on the sides of
the dust drum are used to lift. To maneuver
the vac, the pull handle above the inlet
should be used.

Blowing Feature

Your wet/dry vac has a "detachable blower".
It has the capability to be used as a dedi-
cated blower for yard work, patio cleanup
Drum
Latch
Pull Handle
Cord Wrap
and workshop applications to blow sawdust
and other debris.
WARNING: Always wear safety gog-
gles complying with ANSI Z87.1 (or
in Canada CSA Z94-3-M88)before
using as a blower.
WARNING: Wear a dust mask if blow-
ing creates dust which might be
inhaled.
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of hear-
ing damage wear ear protectors
when using the vac/blower for
extended hours or when using it in a
noisy area.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of
injury to bystanders, keep them clear
of blowing debris.
1. Familiarize yourself with the detachable
blower portion of your wet/dry vac.
2. Remove the detachable blower of your
vac by pressing down on the power
head latch under the handle of the
detachable blower. (This power head
latch holds the detachable blower to the
lid assembly.)
3. Lift the detachable blower up by raising
the handle upward and pulling the unit
away from it's nested position on the lid.
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Goggles
Dust Mask
Blowing Port
Extension
Wand
Male/Male
Blower
Adapter
Nozzle