Vacuuming Liquids; Emptying The Drum; Moving The Wet/Dry Vac; Blowing Feature - RIDGID WD1450 Owner's Manual

SP6542 14 Gallon
Operation (continued)

Vacuuming Liquids

IMPORTANT:
1. When picking up small amounts of liquid
the filter may be left in place.
2. When picking up large amounts of liquid
we recommend that the filter be
removed. If the filter is not removed, it
will become saturated and misting may
appear in the exhaust.
3. After using the vac to pick up liquids, the
filter must be dried to reduce the risk of
possible mildew and damage to the filter.
4. When the liquid in the drum reaches a
predetermined level, the float mechanism
will rise automatically to cut off air-flow.
When this happens, turn off the vac,
unplug the power cord, and empty the
drum. You will know that the float has
risen because vac airflow ceases and the
motor noise will become higher in pitch,
due to increased motor speed.
IMPORTANT: To reduce the risk of
damage to the vac, do not run motor with
float in raised position.

Emptying the Drum

WARNING: To reduce the risk of
injury from
unplug power cord before emptying
the 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
comfortably.
1. The vac comes equipped with a drain
for easy emptying of liquids. Simply
unscrew the drain cap and lift the
opposite side slightly to empty the drum.
2. Another option is to remove the
powerhead assembly.
3. Lay powerhead assembly aside on a
clean area while emptying drum.
4. Dump the drum contents into the proper
waste disposal container.
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accidental starting,
enough to lift

Moving the Wet/Dry Vac

Should it become necessary to pick the
vac up to move it, the handle on the sides
of the dust drum are used to lift. To
maneuver the vac, the push/pull handle on
the powerhead of the unit should be used.

Blowing Feature

Your vac features a blowing port. It can
blow sawdust and other debris. Follow the
steps below to use your vac as a blower.
WARNING: Always
goggles complying with ANSI Z87.1
(or in Canada, CSA Z94.3-99) before
using as a blower.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of
injury to bystanders, keep them clear
of blowing debris.
1. Locate blowing port of your vac.
2. Insert the locking end of the tug-along
hose into the blowing port of the vac.
The hose should snap into place.
3. (Optional) Attach extension wand to
opposite end of hose, then place the car
nozzle on the wand.
4. Turn vac on and you are ready to use
your vac as a blower.
WEAR YOUR
FORESIGHT IS
BETTER THAN
NO SIGHT
Swivel
End of
Hose
Extension Wand
(Optional)
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wear safety
Blowing
Port
Tug-A-
Long
Hose
Car Nozzle
(Optional)