Save These Instructions - RIDGID WD1665 Owner's Manual

Do not use this Wet/Dry Vac with a torn filter
or without the filter installed except for vacu-
uming liquids as described in the operation
section of this manual.
Do not leave Wet/Dry Vac when plugged in.
Unplug from outlet when not in use and
before servicing. Turn off Wet/Dry Vac
before unplugging.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire
or electric shock, do not run vac
unattended.
To reduce the risk of injury from accidental
starting, unplug power cord before changing
or cleaning filter.
Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug,
grasp the plug, not the cord.
Do not use with damaged cord, plug or
other parts. If your Wet/Dry Vac is not work-
ing as it should, has missing parts, has
been dropped, damaged, left out- doors, or
dropped into water, return it to a Authorized
Service Center.
Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as
handle, close a door on cord, or pull cord
around sharp edges or corners. Do not run
Wet/Dry Vac over cord. Keep cord away
from heated surfaces.
Do not handle plug or the Wet/Dry Vac with
wet hands.
Do not put any object into ventilation open-
ings. Do not vacuum with any ventilation
openings blocked; keep free of dust, lint,
hair or anything that may reduce air flow.
Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all
parts of body away from openings and mov-
ing parts.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

The operation of any utility vac or blower
can result in foreign objects being blown into
the eyes, which can result in severe eye
damage. Always wear safety goggles, not
glasses, complying with ANSI Z87.1 (or in
Canada CSA Z94.3-99) shown on package.
Everyday eyeglasses have only impact
resistant lenses. They are not safety
glasses. Safety Goggles are available at
many local retail stores. Glasses or goggles
not in compliance with ANSI or CSA could
To reduce the risk of falls, use extra care
when cleaning on stairs.
This Wet/Dry Vac is double-insulated, elimi-
nating the need for a separate grounding
system. Use only identical replacement
parts. Read the instructions for Servicing
Double-Insulated Wet/Dry Vacs before ser-
vicing.
Use this Wet/Dry Detachable Blower Vac as
described in this manual.
When using as detached blower:
• Turn unit off before setting on ground or
releasing grasp from handle.
• Do not use on wet surfaces, electric
shock could occur.
• Direct air discharge only at work area.
• Do not direct air at bystanders.
• Keep children away when blowing.
• Do not use blower for any job except
blowing dirt and debris.
Observe the following warnings that appear
on the motor housing of your Wet/Dry Vac.
DOUBLE INSULATED
GROUNDING NOT REQUIRED
WHEN SERVICING USE ONLY
IDENTICAL REPLACEMENT PARTS
WARNING: To reduce the risk of
electric shock- do not expose to
rain-store indoors.
WARNING: For your own safety,
read and understand owner's man-
ual. Do not pick up hot ashes, coals,
toxic, flammable or other hazard-
ous materials. Do not use around
explosive liquids or vapors.
seriously hurt you when they break.
To reduce the risk of hearing damage, wear
ear protectors when using the vac for
extended hours or when using it in a noisy
area.
For dusty operations wear dust mask.
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