Ridgid WD1680 Owners Manual - Page 35

SP6779-2 Ridgid WD1680 E S 2/3/12 1:57 PM Page 15 Maintenance (continued) Filter Cleaning A Dry Filter NOTE: The filter is made of high quality paper designed to stop very small particles of dust. The filter can be used for dry debris or small amounts of liquid. Handle the filter carefully when removing or installing. Creases in the filter pleats may occur from installation but will not affect the performance of the filter. 1. Light cleaning of some dry debris can be accomplished without removing the filter from the Vac. Simply slap your hand on top of the lid while the Vac is turned off. 2. Clean the filter in an open area. Cleaning SHOULD be done outdoors and not in the living quarters. Filter Cleaning Your filter should be cleaned often to maintain peak Vac performance. Be sure to dry the filter before storing or picking up dry debris. 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 may allow a lot of dust to come out of the exhaust port of your Vac. Replace it immediately. Filter Removal Refer to page 5 "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 pickup. 3. Remove filter from Vac. Gently tap filter against the inside wall of your dust drum. The debris will loosen and fall. 4. For thorough cleaning of dry filter with fine dust (no debris), run water through it as described under "Cleaning A Wet Filter". Cleaning A Wet Filter Remove filter from Vac and run water over it to remove the dirt. Take care that water pressure does not damage the filter material. Installation Refer to page 5 "Filter Removal and Installation" Section of this manual. Allow the filter to dry before reinstalling and storing the Vac. 15