RIDGID WD1851, Operator'S Manual

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Wet/Dry Vac Assembly
1. Position the powerhead assembly on
the drum/caddy assembly as shown
(assembled earlier).
2. Rotate both latches down and press
until you hear them snap over the
flanges on the drum.
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Drum
Latch Drum
Latch
Drum
Flange
Latch
Drum
Powerhead
Assembly
Insert Hose
Insert the push button end of the “Tug-A-
Long” hose into the inlet 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, as shown.
Release
Button Press
and
Pull
Operation
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire or explosion, do not operate this vac in areas with
flammable gases, vapors or explosive dust in the air. Flammable gases or
vapors include but are not limited to; lighter fluid, solvent type cleaners,
oil-base paints, gasoline, alcohol or aerosol sprays. Explosive dusts include
but are not limited to; coal, magnesium, aluminum, grain or gun powder.
Do not vacuum explosive dust, flammable or combustible liquids or hot
ashes. Do not use this vac as a sprayer. To reduce the risk of health hazards
from vapors or dusts, do not vacuum toxic materials.
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