Cord Wrap; Maintenance; Filter - RIDGID WD1950 Operator's Manual

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Maintenance

Filter

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WARNING: To reduce the risk of
injury from accidental starting,
unplug power cord before changing
or cleaning filter.
NOTE: The filter is made of high quality
paper designed to stop very small
particles of dust. The filter can be used
for dry pick up or small amounts of liquid.
Handle the filter carefully when removing
to clean or installing it. Creases in the
filter pleats may occur from installation
but will not affect the performance of the
filter.
Filter Cleaning
Your filter should be cleaned often to
maintain peak vac performance.
Be sure to dry the filter before storing or
picking up dry debris.
IMPORTANT: After cleaning, check the
filter for tears or small holes. Do not use a
filter with holes or tears in it. Even a small
hole can cause a lot of dust to come out
of your vac. Replace it immediately.
Filter Removal
To remove the filter for cleaning or
replacement, unscrew the filter nut from
the filter cage and lift off filter and filter
plate .
IMPORTANT: To avoid damage to the
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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 cord wrap of the
motor cover.
Hose Storage
Area
blower wheel and motor, always reinstall
the filter before using the vac for dry
material pick-up.
Cleaning A Dry Filter
1. Some removal of dry debris can be
2. For best cleaning results due to
3. After filter removal from vac, remove
4. For thorough cleaning of dry filter with
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Push/Pull Handle
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WARNING:
Do not operate with
the filter cage and float removed.
The float prevents water from
entering the impeller and damaging
the motor. The cage prevents fingers
from touching the moving impeller.
accomplished without removing the
filter from the vac. Slap your hand on
top of the lid while the vac is turned
off.
accumulated dust, clean the filter in an
open area. Cleaning SHOULD be
done outdoors and not in the living
quarters.
the dry debris by gently tapping filter
against the inside wall of your dust
drum. The debris will loosen and fall.
fine dust (no debris), run water
through it as described under
"Cleaning A Wet Filter"
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