Ridgid RV2600B Owners Manual - Page 12

SP6636 1/10/07 9:52 AM Page 12 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, oilbase 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. WARNING: The operation of any utility vac can result in foreign objects being blown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety eyewear complying with ANSI Z87.1 (or in Canada, CSA Z94.3) before starting operation. Safety eyewear is available at many local retail stores. CAUTION: To reduce risk of hearing damage, wear ear protectors when using the vac for extended hours or when using it in a noisy area. After you plug the power cord into the outlet, turn the unit on by pushing the switch from position "O" to position "l". The symbols used on the switch actuator are international "On & Off" symbols. "O" is the symbol for "OFF" and "l" is the symbol for "ON". = OFF = ON Familiarize yourself with the accessories included with the vac. Each accessory may be used in various ways for vacuuming and blowing debris. Here is a list of possible accessories and their uses. 1-7/8" Multi-Nozzle Body - Holds floor inserts for specialized cleaning applications: Floor Brush, Squeegee, and Carpet Inserts. To change inserts, slide red tabs to the "open" position and pull insert from the center. Install new insert flush with nozzle body and slide tabs to the "lock" position. 1-7/8" Floor Brush Insert - Used for large area clean-ups on smooth surfaces. 1-7/8" Squeegee Insert - Used for wet pickup on smooth surfaces to pick up liquid and dry the surface in one stroke. 1-7/8" Carpet Insert - Dry and wet pickup nozzle for most upholstery and carpet cleaning. 1-7/8" Claw Nozzle - Use to pick up debris in hard to reach locations. 1-7/8" Dusting Brush - Used for detailed cleaning in small spaces. Crevice Tool - Use to pick up debris in hard to reach locations. Muffler/Diffuser - Use to disperse the exhaust air stream while reducing noise. Insert into the blowing port. Extension Wands - These wands can be connected together and provides additional length for more reach. Hose - Provides transfer of vacuum or blowing capability to work site. Provides the means of attaching extension wands and nozzles. 2-1/2" Utility Nozzle - General purpose nozzle for most vacuuming applications. 2-1/2" Wet Nozzle - Used for wet pickup on smooth surfaces to pick up liquid and dry the surface in one stroke. 2-1/2" Floor Brush - Used for large area clean-ups on smooth surfaces. 12