Ridgid WD1450 Owners Manual - Page 10

SP6542-2.qxd 6/26/07 1:20 PM Page 10 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. ! WARNING: The operation of any utility vac can result in foreign objects being blown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye Utility Nozzle - General purpose nozzle for most vacuuming applications. Wet Nozzle - Used for wet pickup on smooth surfaces to pick up liquid and dry damage. Always wear safety eyewear complying with ANSI Z87.1 (or in Canada, CSA Z94.3) before starting operation. Safety eyewear are available at many local retail stores. the surface in one stroke. Car Nozzle - Dry pickup nozzle for car interiors and most upholstery cleaning. Extension Wands - These wands can be connected together and provides additional length for more reach. ! CAUTION: To reduce risk of hearing damage, wear ear protectors when using the vac for extended hours or when using it in Hose - Provides transfer of vacuum or blowing capability to work site. Provides the means of attaching extension wands and nozzles. a noisy area. To reduce the risk of electric shock, this appliance has a polarized plug (one ! WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not run vac unattended. 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 still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the proper outlet. Do not change the plug in any way. Vacuuming Dry Materials 1. The filter must always be in correct position to reduce the risk of leaks and possible damage to vac. 2. Your Wet/Dry Vac comes with the VF5000 Fine Dust Filter installed. When using your vac to pick up very 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 fine dust, it will be necessary for you to empty the drum and clean the filter at more frequent intervals to maintain peak vac performance. NOTE: A dry filter is necessary to pick up dry material. If you use your vac to pick up dust when the filter is wet, the filter will clog quickly and be very difficult to clean. 3. If your filter is wet but you need to use Familiarize yourself with the accessories the vac to pick up dry material, you can included with the vac. Each accessory may quickly dry the filter by running the vac be used in various ways for vacuuming without hose attached for about and blowing debris. Here is a list of the 10 minutes. The clean air rushing accessories and their uses. through the vac will help dry the filter. 10