Cleaning A Dry Filter; Cleaning A Wet Filter; Installation; Cleaning And Disinfecting The Wet/Dry Vac - RIDGID WD4550 Owner's Manual

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Cleaning A Dry Filter

NOTE: For best cleaning results due to
accumulated dust, clean the filter in an
open area. Cleaning SHOULD be done
outdoors and not in the living quarters.
1. Remove filter from vac. Gently tap the
filter against the inside wall of your dust
drum and the debris will loosen and fall.
2. For thorough cleaning of a dry filter with
fine dust (no debris) you may run water
through it as described in the "Cleaning
A Wet Filter" Section.

Cleaning A Wet Filter

After filter is removed, run water through
the filter from a hose or spigot. Take care
that water pressure from the hose is not
strong enough
Remember: To dry a filter quickly, reinstall
the filter on the vac and allow the unit to run
for approximately 10 minutes. The clean
air rushing through the filter will dry it.
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.
IMPORTANT: If your filter is damaged or
worn, Replace the filter immediately.

Installation

Refer to "Filter Assembly/Replacement"
Section of this manual.
Allow the filter to dry before reinstalling
and storing the vac.
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to damage filter.
Cleaning and Disinfecting the
Wet/Dry Vac
To keep your Wet/Dry Vac looking its best,
clean the outside with a cloth dampened
with warm water and mild soap.
To clean the drum:
1. Dump debris out.
2. Wash drum thoroughly with warm water
and mild soap.
3. Wipe out with dry cloth.
Before prolonged storage or as needed
(i.e., waste water pick up) the drum should
be disinfected.
To disinfect the drum:
1. Pour 1 gallon of water and 1 teaspoon
chlorine bleach into the drum.
2. Let solution stand for 20 minutes,
carefully swishing every few minutes,
making sure to wet all inside surfaces of
the drum.
3. Empty drum after 20 minutes. Rinse
with water until bleach smell is gone.
Allow drum to dry completely before
sealing the motor on the drum.
WARNING: To assure product SAFETY
and RELIABILITY,
adjustments should be performed by
Independent Service Centers, always
using RIDGID replacement parts.
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