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Cord Maintenance
When vacuuming is complete, unplug the
Cord and wrap the Power Cord around
the top of the Vac Handle and attach the
end of the Plug to the Cord.
If the Power Cord is damaged, it must be
replaced by the manufacturer or their
service agent or by similarly qualified
personnel to reduce the risk of accident.
Storage
Before storing your Vac, the Drum should
be emptied and cleaned. The Cord
should be wrapped around the unit and
the Hose should be stored as described
in this manual. Accessories should be
kept in the same area as the Vac so they
can be readily available. The Vac should
be stored indoors.
WARNING:
To assure product SAFETY and
RELIABILITY, any other maintenance,
repairs and adjustments should be
performed by Authorized Service
Centers, always using RIDGID
replacement parts.
Maintenance (continued)
Cleaning A Dry Filter
NOTE: For best cleaning results due to
accumulated dust, clean the Filter in an
open area. Cleaning SHOULD be done
outdoors and not in the living quarters.
1. Light cleaning of some dry debris from
the Filter can be accomplished without
removing the Filter from the Vac.
Simply slap your hand on top of the
Handle while the Vac is turned off.
2. Remove Filter from Vac. Gently tap the
Filter against the inside wall of your
Dust Drum and the debris will loosen
and fall.
3. For thorough cleaning of a dry Filter
with fine dust (no debris) you may run
water through it as described under
“Cleaning A Wet Filter” Section.
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 hose is not
strong enough to damage Filter.
IMPORTANT: After cleaning, check
the Filter for tears or small holes. Do
not use a Filter with holes or tears in
it. Even a small hole can cause a lot of
dust to come out of your Vac. If your
Filter is damaged or worn, Replace it
immediately.
Allow the Filter to dry before reinstalling
and storing the Vac or picking up dry
debris.
Cleaning and Disinfecting the
Wet/Dry Vac
To keep your Wet/Dry Vac looking its
best, clean the outside with a cloth
dampened with warm water and mild
soap.
To clean the Drum:
1. Dump debris out.
2. Wash Drum thoroughly with warm
water and mild soap.
3. Wipe out with dry cloth.
Before prolonged storage or as needed
(i.e., waste water pick up) the drum
should be disinfected.
To disinfect the Drum:
1. Pour 4 L (1 gallon) of water and
5 mL (1 teaspoon) chlorine bleach
into the Drum.
2. Let solution stand for 20 minutes,
carefully swishing every few minutes,
making sure to wet all inside surfaces
of the Drum.
3. Empty Drum after 20 minutes.
Rinse with water until bleach smell is
gone. Allow drum to dry completely
before sealing the motor on the Drum.
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