RIDGID RT12000 Owner'S Manual Download Page 9

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Inlet Ridges

Hose Release Button

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INSERT

HOSE

REMOVE

HOSE

Remove Hose:

1.  Rotate Hose End in either direction to 

disengage Inlet Ridges.

2. Press the Hose Release Button and 

pull the Hose End straight out of the 
Vac Inlet.

OPERATION

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            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 off suction.
•  Sparks inside the motor can ignite airborne flammables.  Do not operate 

Vac near flammable liquids or in areas with flammable gases, vapors, or 
explosive/airborne dust. Flammable liquids, gases, and vapors include: 
lighter fluid, solvent-type cleaners, oil-based paints, gasoline, alcohol, and 
aerosol sprays.  Explosive dusts include:  coal, magnesium, aluminum, 
grain, and gun powder.

•  Do not vacuum up explosive dusts, flammable liquids, or hot ashes.
•  Do not leave sawdust or rags with stain or polyurethane residue inside Vac.  

Empty drum after picking up these potentially self-heating materials.

                     WARNING:  To reduce the risk of electric shock or injury:

• Do not expose to rain or allow liquid to enter motor compartment. 

Store indoors. 

•  Do not handle plug, switch, or Vac with wet hands.
•  Unplug Vac before servicing.  If your Vac is not working as it should, has 

missing parts, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into 
water, return it to an authorized service center or call customer service. 

•  When using an extension cord, use only outdoor-rated cords that are in 

good condition.  Do not allow the connection to come into contact with 
liquid. 

ASSEMBLY

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Summary of Contents for RT12000

Page 1: ...U S GALLON 45 Liter WET DRY VAC OWNER S MANUAL WARNING To reduce the risk of injury the user must read and understand the owner s manual before using this product RT12000 DRAIN D R A IN TABLE OF CONTE...

Page 2: ...terials such as rags or sawdust containing stain or urethane can be sources of such overheating Do not vacuum drywall dust cold fireplace ash or other fine dusts with standard filter These may pass th...

Page 3: ...ccessories When using as a blower Direct air discharge only at work area Do not direct air at bystanders Keep children away when blowing Do not use blower for any job except blowing dirt and debris Do...

Page 4: ...nsion Wands These Wands can be connected together and provide additional length Wet Nozzle Used for wet pickup on smooth surfaces to pick up liquid and dry the surface in one stroke Utility Nozzle Gen...

Page 5: ...er 1 H Professional Locking Hose 1 I Extension Wands 2 J Utility Nozzle 1 K Wet Nozzle 1 L Car Nozzle 1 M Owner s Manual 1 The Filter comes preassembled This Product Requires Assembly Check all parts...

Page 6: ...Dry Vac Assembly Caster Foot Caster Caster Ball Caster Stem Caster Foot Post Hole Caster Foot Post Dust Drum 2 Press in on the two Latches located on either side of the Dust Drum until they snap into...

Page 7: ...ended Flange to the rear of the Powerhead Assembly as shown 3 Insert a 10 x 3 4 19 mm Pan Head Screw through the hole at each end of the Carry Handle and into the Powerhead Assembly Tighten securely H...

Page 8: ...ase Button and pull to disengage Accessory Nozzle Ridges Extension Wand Release Button DISCONNECT Inserting the Professional Locking Hose 1 Locate the end of the Professional Locking Hose and align it...

Page 9: ...dust Flammable liquids gases and vapors include lighter fluid solvent type cleaners oil based paints gasoline alcohol and aerosol sprays Explosive dusts include coal magnesium aluminum grain and gun p...

Page 10: ...tric shock this Vac has a Polarized Plug one blade is wider than the other This Plug will fit in a Polarized Outlet only one way If the Plug does not fit fully in the Outlet reverse the Plug If it sti...

Page 11: ...does not require Filter removal 2 When larger amounts of liquid are to be picked up remove the Filter but not the Filter Cage or Float to prevent the Filter from becoming saturated with liquid If the...

Page 12: ...nal Locking Hose Release Button end with the Blower Port Ridges Push the Hose End straight into the Blower Port until the Hose Release Button fully engages the Blower Port Ridges 3 Optional Attach the...

Page 13: ...al Locking Hose Powerhead Assembly Hose Storage Clips 2 Cord Storage To store the Cord wrap it around the top Handle Cord Wrap beneath the two Tabs Secure the Cord using the Cord Clip on the Plug WARN...

Page 14: ...ses 3 Slide Filter off Filter Cage IMPORTANT To avoid Blower Wheel and Motor Damage always reinstall Filter before using Vac for dry pickup Filter Installation 1 Slide the Qwik Lock Filter over the Fi...

Page 15: ...un water through it as described under Cleaning A Wet Filter 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 hos...

Page 16: ...are within a square may also be 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 12 U S Gallon 45 L...

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