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Operation
WARNING: To avoid fire or explo-
sion, do not operate this filter unit in
areas with flammable gases or flam-
mable vapors such as lighter fluid,
cleaners, oil-base paints, gasoline,
alcohol or explosive dust such as
coal, magnesium, grain or gun pow-
der in the air. To avoid health haz-
ards from vapors or dusts, do not
use this system to filter toxic materi-
als. The RIDGID Airborne Filtration
System is intended for indoor use
only. Unplug power cord before
changing or cleaning filters.
CAUTION: The operation of any
power tool can result in foreign
objects being thrown into the eyes,
which can result in severe eye dam-
age. Always wear safety goggles
complying with ANSI Z87.1 (or in
Canada CSA Z94-3-M88) shown on
Package before commencing opera-
tion. Safety Goggles are available at
many local retail stores.
Your RIDGID Airborne Filtration System is
equipped with an Pull On/Pull Off switch,
a light to show power is ON, and a power
cord to plug into your electrical outlet.
When installation is complete, plug power
cord into wall receptacle. To activate Air-
borne Filtration System, pull on switch
cord. Light will come on and filter unit is in
operation. To stop operation, pull on
switch cord and the light will turn off.
Remove power cord from wall receptacle
before changing or cleaning filters.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire
or electrical shock, do not use this
Airborne Filtration System with any
solid-state speed control device.
Maintenance
IMPORTANT: To assure product safety
and reliability, repairs and adjustments
should only be performed by Authorized
Service Centers, always using RIDGID
replacement parts.
Filter Maintenance
WARNING: To avoid injury from acci-
dentally starting, unplug power cord
before cleaning or changing filters.
Cleaning
Your Airborne Filtration System consists
of two types of filters as shown under
“Removal”.
#1 - Pre Filter (intake)
Polyurethane foam
#2 - Fine Filter (mid-bag type)
Nonwoven polyester
In order to maintain peak performance
both filters need to be frequently
inspected. Both filters are somewhat frag-
ile - handle them carefully. Clean and/or
replace as directed below.
The 1st Stage Filter may be washed in
warm water with a mild detergent, dried
and then reinstalled. Check the 1st Stage
Filter for tears or small holes. Do not use
a filter with holes or tears in it. A replace-
ment 1st Stage Filter is available where
you purchased your Airborne Filtration
System. The model number is RF3001
The 2nd Stage Filter should be replaced
when it becomes clogged with fine dust. A
visual inspection can be done by sliding
the 1sr stage filter out and checking the
2nd Stage Filter. If the 2nd Stage Filter is
clogged with sawdust or has tears or
holes, replace immediately. A replace-
ment 2nd Stage Filter is available where
you purchased your Airborne Filtration
System. The model number is RF3002.
