Ridgid WD1680 Owners Manual - Page 23

SP6779-2 Ridgid WD1680 E S 2/3/12 1:57 PM Page 3 • Do not use with damaged cord, plug or other parts. If your Vac is not working as it should, has missing parts, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, contact RIDGID Customer Service. • Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as handle, close a door on cord, or pull cord around sharp edges or corners. Do not run Vac over cord. Keep cord away from heated surfaces. • Do not handle plug, switch, or the Vac with wet hands. • Use only extension cords that are rated for outdoor use. Extension cords in poor condition or too small in wire size can pose fire and shock hazards. To reduce the risk of these hazards, be sure the cord is in good condition and that liquid does not contact the connection. Do not use an extension cord with conductors smaller than 16 gauge (AWG) in size. To reduce power loss, use a 14 gauge extension cord if 25 to 50 ft. long and 12 gauge for 50 ft. or longer. • This Wet/Dry Vac is double-insulated, eliminating the need for a separate grounding system. Use only identical replacement parts. Read the instructions for Servicing DoubleInsulated Wet/Dry Vacs before servicing. • Do not put any object into ventilation openings. Do not vacuum with any ventilation openings blocked; keep free of dust, lint, hair or anything that may reduce air flow. • Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body away from openings and moving parts. • To reduce the risk of falls, use extra care when cleaning on stairs. • To reduce the risk of back injury or falls, do not lift a Vac that is heavy with liquid or debris. Partially empty the Vac by scooping debris or draining liquid to make it comfortable to lift. • To reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to Vac, use only Ridgid recommended accessories. • When using as a detached blower: - Direct air discharge only at work area. - Turn unit off before setting on ground or releasing grasp from handle. - Do not set down in liquid; electric shock could occur. - Do not direct air at bystanders. - Keep children away when blowing. - Do not use blower for any job except blowing dirt and debris. - Do not use as a sprayer. - Wear safety eyewear. • To reduce the risk of eye injury, wear safety eyewear. The operation of any utility Vac or blower can result in foreign objects being blown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. ! CAUTION: • To reduce the risk of hearing damage, wear ear protectors when using for extended time or in a noisy area. • For dusty operations, wear dust mask. • Static shocks are common when the relative humidity of the air is low. Vacuuming fine debris with your Vac can deposit static charge on the hose or Vac. To reduce the frequency of static shocks in your home or when using this Vac, add moisture to the air with a humidifier. Observe the following warnings that appear on the motor housing of your Vac: DOUBLE INSULATED GROUNDING NOT REQUIRED. WHEN SERVICING USE ONLY IDENTICAL REPLACEMENT PARTS. ! WARNING: • For your own safety, read and understand owner's manual. • Do not run unattended. • Do not pick up hot ashes, coals, toxic, flammable or other hazardous materials. • Do not use around explosive liquids or vapors. ! WARNING: When using blower: Wear safety goggles labeled "ANSI Z87.1" on the package. Turn unit off before setting on ground or releasing grasp from handle. Electric shock could occur if used on wet surfaces. Direct tool discharge only at work area. Do not direct discharge at bystandaders, Keep children away. WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock - do not expose to rain - store indoors. SAVE THIS MANUAL 3