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Your TUFF SUCKER™ Wet/Dry Vacuum has been engineered and manufactured to Ryobi’s high standard for dependability, ease of operation, and operator safety. When properly cared for, it will give you years of rugged, trouble-free performance. WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the operator's manual before using this product.
n Introduction ... 2 n General Safety Rules ... 3 n Specific Safety Rules... 3-4 n Safety Rules for Charger ... 5 n Symbols... 6-7 n Features... 8 n Assembly ... 9 n Operation... 10-13 n Maintenance ... 13-15 n Parts Ordering / Service ... 16 This tool has many features for making its use more pleasant and enjoyable.
Use battery only with charger listed. MODEL BATTERY PACK (P100) CHARGER (P110) P710 130255004 PERSONAL SAFETY n Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool.
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n Do not use to pick up hard objects such as nails, screws, coins, etc. Damage or injury could result. n Hand vac does not have to be plugged into an electrical outlet, therefore it is always in operating condition. Be aware of possible hazards when using the hand vac or when changing accessories.
SAFETY RULES FOR CHARGER WARNING! READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS. Failure to follow all instructions listed below, may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury. n Before using battery charger, read all instructions and cautionary markings in this manual, on battery charger, battery, and product using battery to prevent misuse of the products and possible injury or damage.
Some of the following symbols may be used on this tool. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpreta- tion of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and safer. SYMBOL NAME Volts Amperes Hertz Watt Minutes Alternating Current Direct Current...
The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product. SYMBOL SIGNAL DANGER: WARNING: CAUTION: CAUTION: SERVICE Servicing requires extreme care and knowledge and should be performed only by a qualified service technician. For service we suggest you return the product to your nearest AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER for repair.
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Motor ...18 Volt DC Charger Input ... 120 V, 60 Hz, AC only Charge Rate ... 1 Hour CREVICE TOOL BRUSH ATTACHMENT SQUEEGEE ATTACHMENT KNOW YOUR WET/DRY VACUUM See Figure 1. Before attempting to use this product, familiarize yourself with all operating features and safety rules.
UNPACKING This product has been shipped completely assembled. n Carefully remove the tool and any accessories from the box. Make sure that all items listed in the packing list are included. n Inspect the tool carefully to make sure no breakage or damage occurred during shipping.
NOTE: If the charger does not charge the battery pack under normal circumstances, return both the battery pack and charger to your nearest Ryobi Authorized Service Center for electrical check. n Charge the battery pack only with a recommended char- ger.
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LED. After 30 minutes, reinsert the battery pack in the charger. If the green LED continues to remain on, return battery pack to your nearest Ryobi Authorized Service Center for checking or replacing. NOTE: This situation only occurs when continuous use of the tool causes the batteries to become hot.
WARNING: Battery tools are always in operating condition. There- fore, switch should always be locked when not in use or carrying at your side. STARTING/STOPPING THE VACUUM See Figure 4. n To start the vacuum: slide the switch toward the front of the vacuum.
Only the parts shown on the parts list are intended to be repaired or replaced by the customer. All other parts should be replaced at a Ryobi Authorized Service Center. TO INSTALL TO REMOVE Fig. 7...
CLEANING THE HAND VAC See Figures 9 - 12. The dust bowl should be checked, emptied and cleaned periodically to obtain maximum dust collection. REMOVING THE DUST BOWL See Figure 9. n Remove the battery pack from the vacuum. n Depress the release button located on top of the hand vac. Pull the dust bowl down and out as shown to separate it from the motor housing.
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REATTACHING THE DUST BOWL See Figure 12. n Position the two sections as shown. Align slots on bottom of dust bowl with tabs on bottom of motor housing then snap the two sections together. BATTERIES The battery pack for this tool is equipped with nickel-cadmium rechargeable batteries.
Ryobi Authorized Service Center. Be sure to provide all pertinent facts when you call or visit. Please call 1-800-525-2579 for your nearest Ryobi Authorized Service Center. You can also check our web site at www.ryobitools.com for a complete list of Authorized Service Centers.