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Maintenance
WARNING: To reduce the risk of
injury from accidental starting,
unplug power cord before changing
or cleaning filter.
Filter
Push/Pull Handle
Cord Wrap
Power
Cord
Accessory Storage
Compartment
Your accessories may be stored in the
removable tote, or in the two 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 caddy.
Hose Storage
Area
HOSE
STORAGE
HOSE
STORAGE
Cord Wrap
When vacuuming is complete, unplug the
cord and wrap it around the power
assembly as shown. The cord should wrap
under the pull handle (above the inlet) and
around and under the cord wrap of the
motor cover.
Accessory and Hose Storage
!
WD1851 Professional Wet/Dry Vac is
supplied with RIDGID’s best Qwik Lock™
Fine Dust Filter. Replacement Qwik
Lock™ Fine Dust Filters are available
where you purchased your Vac. Ask for
the RIDGID Qwik Lock™ Fine Dust Filter
VF5000.
NOTE:
The filter is made of high quality
paper designed to stop very small
particles of dust. The filter can be used
for wet or dry pick up. Handle the filter
carefully when removing to clean or
installing it. Creases in the filter pleats
may occur from installation but not affect
the performance of the filter.
Filter Removal
Refer to page 6 "Filter Removal and
Installation" Section of this manual.
IMPORTANT:
To avoid damage to the
blower wheel and motor, always reinstall
the filter before using the Vac for dry
material pick-up.
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