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1610RV0

16 U.S. GALLON/60 LITER
WET/DRY STAINLESS STEEL VAC

Part No. SP6952

Printed in Mexico

OWNER’S MANUAL

SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

Thank you for buying a RIDGID product.

WARNING:

To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the owner’s manual
before using this product.

• Español - página 21

• Français - page 41

SP6952 16 Gallon ESF1_SP6952 1/16/15 9:21 AM Page 1

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Page 1: ...HIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE Thank you for buying a RIDGID product WARNING To reduce the risk of injury the user must read and understand the owner s manual before using this product Español página 21 Français page 41 SP6952 16 Gallon ESF1_SP6952 1 16 15 9 21 AM Page 1 www com information itm com 1 800 561 8187 ...

Page 2: ...e these signs Do not leave Vac when plugged in Unplug from outlet when not in use and before servicing Sparks inside the motor can ignite flammable vapors or dust To reduce the risk of fire or explosion do not use near combustible liquids gases or dusts such as gasoline or other fuels lighter fluid cleaners oil based paints natural gas coal dust magnesium dust grain dust aluminum dust or gun powde...

Page 3: ...xtension cord if 25 to 50 ft long and 12 gauge for 50 ft or longer This Vac is double insulated eliminating the need for a separate grounding system Use only identical replacement parts Read the instructions for Servicing Double Insulated Wet Dry Vacs Do not put any object into ventilation openings Do not vacuum with any ventilation openings blocked keep free of dust lint hair or anything that may...

Page 4: ...xtension Wands 2 H Qwik Lock Filter 1 I Owner s Manual 1 These items may come preassembled If they are not present in the carton check the Vac power head to see if they are preassembled C I H D E G F A B Introduction This Wet Dry Stainless Steel Vac is intended for household use It may be used for vacuuming wet or dry media and may be used as a blower Read this owner s manual to familiarize yourse...

Page 5: ...J Storage Bag 1 K 8 Wheel 2 L Metal Handle 1 M Shaft 1 N Caddy Right 1 O Caddy Left 1 Key Description Qty Bag of Loose Parts Containing the following P 2 Caster 2 Q 1 2 Cap Nut 2 R Wheel Caps 2 S Screw Type AB 10 x 3 4 8 P R S Q SP6952 16 Gallon ESF1_SP6952 1 16 15 9 21 AM Page 5 www com information itm com 1 800 561 8187 ...

Page 6: ...ndicates successful engagement of handle Lowering Handle for Storage To store Wet Dry Vac press and hold release buttons while firmly sliding handle down Removing Handle Press and hold release buttons as shown While firmly pushing in release buttons pull handle upwards to remove see illustration Installing Storage Bag Install storage bag as shown with extension wand holders facing unit Correct Pos...

Page 7: ...contact the caddies If the wheels do touch the caddies move caddies inward slightly 5 Once the caddies are aligned with the raised ribs on back of the drum gently tap on rear of each caddy until firmly seated It is recommended to tap the center portion of each rear caddy After rear portions of caddies are firmly in place proceed to tap into place the front portion of each caddy until fully seated ...

Page 8: ...Insert the caster stem into the socket of the caster foot as shown Front casters only 8 Push on the caster until the ball on the caster stem is inserted all the way into the socket You will be able to hear the ball snap into the socket and the caster will swivel easily when positioning is correct 9 Rotate drum caddy assembly upright using a long phillips screwdriver install 8 10 x 3 4 screws into ...

Page 9: ... ON WARNING To reduce the risk of fire explosion or damage to Vac Do not leave Vac running while unattended you may fail to notice important signs indicating abnormal operation such as loss of suction debris liquid exiting the exhaust or abnormal motor noises Immediately stop using Vac if you notice these signs Do not leave Vac plugged in when not in use Do not continue running when float has cut ...

Page 10: ...ming Liquids 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 When the liquid in the drum reaches a predetermined level the float mechanism will rise automatically to cut off air flow When this happe...

Page 11: ... of injury to bystanders keep them clear of blowing debris 11 1 Locate blowing port of your Vac 2 Insert the locking end of the Pro Hose into the blowing port of the Vac The hose should snap into place To remove the hose from the Vac press the release button in the hose assembly and pull the hose out of the Vac inlet 3 Optional Attach extension wand to opposite end of hose then place the car nozzl...

Page 12: ...locations on the caddy right left Either the hose or the wands may be stored in the two areas marked Hose Storage The hose may be stored by wrapping it around the unit and plugging the open end into one of the storage locations on the caddy assembly Alternatively the wands may also be stored in this location by plugging either of the ends of the wands onto the storage receivers located on the cadd...

Page 13: ...ilter Installation 1 Carefully slide the Qwik Lock filter over the filter cage and press down on the outside edge of the filter until the rubber gasket on the bottom of the filter seats securely around the base of the filter cage and against the lid 2 Align the small center hole in the top of the filter over the Qwik Lock stud on the filter cage Press firmly on top of the filter near the stud to a...

Page 14: ...st be replaced by the manufacturer or their service agent or by similarly qualified personnel to reduce the risk of accident Cleaning A Dry Filter 1 Some removal of dry debris can be accomplished without removing the filter from the Vac Slap your hand on top of the lid while the Vac is turned off 2 For best cleaning results due to accumulated dust clean the filter in an open area Cleaning SHOULD b...

Page 15: ...ree drops of general purpose oil on each wheel at the axle If your casters are noisy you may put a drop of oil on the roller shaft to make them quieter WARNING to assure product SAFETY and RELIABILITY any other maintenance repairs or adjustments should be performed by Authorized service centers always using RIDGID replacement parts Frame and Handles Your metal handle is painted to prevent rust how...

Page 16: ...e marked on the appliance To reduce the risk of injury from electrical shock unplug power cord before servicing the electrical parts of the Wet Dry Vac Key No Part No Description 1 830564 4 Actuator Switch 2 813213 Switch Toggle 3 832786 1 Power Head Assembly Includes Keys 5 6 4 830847 1 Lid Latch 5 509488 Float 6 823201 3 Filter Cage 7 VF5000 Qwik Lock Fine Dust Filter 8 VT2509 Utility Nozzle 9 V...

Page 17: ... 5 6 9 4 14 13 13 8 10 11 12 Repair Parts continued 16 Gallon Wet Dry Stainless Steel Vac Model Number 1610RV0 17 SP6952 16 Gallon ESF1_SP6952 1 16 15 9 21 AM Page 17 www com information itm com 1 800 561 8187 ...

Page 18: ... 3 73185 Drain Cap 4 830611 Wheel Cap 5 813836 1 Cap Nut 1 2 6 830598 8 Wheel Assembly Includes Keys 4 and 5 7 831024 1 Shaft 8 830841 Caddy Right 9 830840 Caddy Left 10 73102 Caster 11 830860 1 Storage Bag 12 820563 4 Screw Type AB 10 x 3 4 13 509748 3 Bag of Loose Parts Not Illustrated Includes Keys 4 5 10 and 12 SP6952 16 Gallon ESF1_SP6952 1 16 15 9 21 AM Page 18 www com information itm com 1 ...

Page 19: ... 25 6 9 4 28 28 7 1 0 25 6 9 8 Repair Parts continued 19 16 Gallon Wet Dry Stainless Steel Vac Model Number 1610RV0 SP6952 16 Gallon ESF1_SP6952 1 16 15 9 21 AM Page 19 www com information itm com 1 800 561 8187 ...

Page 20: ...ull refund of your purchase price What is not covered Failures due to misuse abuse or normal wear and tear are not covered by this warranty RIDGE TOOL COMPANY SHALL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES How local laws relate to the warranty Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation or exclusion may n...

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