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SP6636 1/10/07 9:52 AM Page 1 OWNERS MANUAL RV2400A/RV2600B LARGE CAPACITY - 2-STAGE COMMERCIAL & HOUSEHOLD WET/DRY VACS For Your Safety: Read all instructions carefully before using. SP6636 Printed in Canada Save this manual for future reference FOR QUESTIONS OR INFORMATION CONTACT US AT 1-800-4-RIDGID (1-800-474-3443) OR www.ridgid.com Part No.
SP6636 1/10/07 9:52 AM Page 1 OWNERS MANUAL RV2400A/RV2600B LARGE CAPACITY - 2-STAGE COMMERCIAL & HOUSEHOLD WET/DRY VACS For Your Safety: Read all instructions carefully before using. SP6636 Printed in Canada Save this manual for future reference FOR QUESTIONS OR INFORMATION CONTACT US AT 1-800-4-RIDGID (1-800-474-3443) OR www.ridgid.com Part No.
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... Use only as described in this manual. • To reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to Vac, use only Ridgid recommended accessories. • Do not leave Vac running while unattended. • Sparks inside the motor can ignite flammable vapors or dust. Never operate unattended. ... or gun powder. - This is a very fine dust which , if not avoided, may be exhausted back into the air. When using your Wet/Dry Vac works. SP6636 1/10/07 9:52 AM Page 2 Table of Contents Section Page Table of Contents 2 Important Safety Instructions 2 Safety Signal Words 2 ...
... Use only as described in this manual. • To reduce the risk of personal injury or damage to Vac, use only Ridgid recommended accessories. • Do not leave Vac running while unattended. • Sparks inside the motor can ignite flammable vapors or dust. Never operate unattended. ... or gun powder. - This is a very fine dust which , if not avoided, may be exhausted back into the air. When using your Wet/Dry Vac works. SP6636 1/10/07 9:52 AM Page 2 Table of Contents Section Page Table of Contents 2 Important Safety Instructions 2 Safety Signal Words 2 ...
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... blowing. - Vacuuming fine debris with any job except blowing dirt and debris. - If your home or when using this Vac is to add moisture to the air with wet hands. • Do not put any utility vac or blower can result in foreign objects being blown into the air. • Do not leave... risk of falls, use extra care when cleaning on stairs. • To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not lift a Vac that is low. Do not use as a toy. Dry debris ingested by cord, use cord as it should, has missing parts, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into...
... blowing. - Vacuuming fine debris with any job except blowing dirt and debris. - If your home or when using this Vac is to add moisture to the air with wet hands. • Do not put any utility vac or blower can result in foreign objects being blown into the air. • Do not leave... risk of falls, use extra care when cleaning on stairs. • To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not lift a Vac that is low. Do not use as a toy. Dry debris ingested by cord, use cord as it should, has missing parts, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into...
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...cord. If a properly grounded outlet is properly grounded. do not expose to reduce the risk of electric shock. WARNING: For your Wet/Dry Vac. Improper connection of the equipment grounding conductor can result in wire size can be installed by a qualified electrician. 3-Prong Plug Grounding ...Prong Properly Grounded Outlet This vac is properly installed and grounded in accordance with the appliance - if it is equipped with a qualified electrician or service person if...
...cord. If a properly grounded outlet is properly grounded. do not expose to reduce the risk of electric shock. WARNING: For your Wet/Dry Vac. Improper connection of the equipment grounding conductor can result in wire size can be installed by a qualified electrician. 3-Prong Plug Grounding ...Prong Properly Grounded Outlet This vac is properly installed and grounded in accordance with the appliance - if it is equipped with a qualified electrician or service person if...
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...Refer to the assembly sketch for positioning of a temporary adaptor is not permitted by a metal screw. NOTE: In Canada, the use . This Wet/Dry Vac is used not only to pick up material like sawdust and gravel but also ultra fine material like , extending from the adapter, must be connected...sure this is a metal screw connected to a permanent ground such as a properly grounded outlet box cover. Call 1-800-4-RIDGID (1-800-474-3443) or E-mail us at info@ridgid.com if any parts are so small they would pass through traditional filters. Remove contents of materials are damaged or missing...
...Refer to the assembly sketch for positioning of a temporary adaptor is not permitted by a metal screw. NOTE: In Canada, the use . This Wet/Dry Vac is used not only to pick up material like sawdust and gravel but also ultra fine material like , extending from the adapter, must be connected...sure this is a metal screw connected to a permanent ground such as a properly grounded outlet box cover. Call 1-800-4-RIDGID (1-800-474-3443) or E-mail us at info@ridgid.com if any parts are so small they would pass through traditional filters. Remove contents of materials are damaged or missing...
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If they are not present in the carton check the Wet/Dry Vac assembly to see if they are preassembled. If they are not present in the carton check the vac power head to see if they are preassembled. SP6636 ...1/10/07 9:52 AM Page 6 Unpacking and Checking Carton Contents (cont.) Carton Contents List Key Description Qty A Wet/Dry Vac Assembly 1 B* Filter Nut 1 C* Fine Dust Filter 1 D* Filter Cage 1 E* Float 1 F Tug-A-Long Hose 1 G Muffler/Diffuser 1 H Owner's Manual 1 * These items may come preassembled. F G...
If they are not present in the carton check the Wet/Dry Vac assembly to see if they are preassembled. If they are not present in the carton check the vac power head to see if they are preassembled. SP6636 ...1/10/07 9:52 AM Page 6 Unpacking and Checking Carton Contents (cont.) Carton Contents List Key Description Qty A Wet/Dry Vac Assembly 1 B* Filter Nut 1 C* Fine Dust Filter 1 D* Filter Cage 1 E* Float 1 F Tug-A-Long Hose 1 G Muffler/Diffuser 1 H Owner's Manual 1 * These items may come preassembled. F G...
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... Ring Press and Pull Release Button Powerhead Assembly Latch Drum Metal Extension Wand (Curved) Metal Extension Wand (Straight) Accessory Wet/Dry Vac & Hose Assembly 11 Install tool holder as shown (sold separately). To remove the hose from the vac, press the release button in the hose assembly and pull the hose out of the... curved metal extension wand into the coupling ring of the "Tug-ALong" hose into place. Handle Grommet Extension Wand Storage Locations Wall Mount Hook Wall Wet/Dry Vac Assembly 1. SP6636 1/10/07 9:52 AM Page 11 Installing Tool Holder 1.
... Ring Press and Pull Release Button Powerhead Assembly Latch Drum Metal Extension Wand (Curved) Metal Extension Wand (Straight) Accessory Wet/Dry Vac & Hose Assembly 11 Install tool holder as shown (sold separately). To remove the hose from the vac, press the release button in the hose assembly and pull the hose out of the... curved metal extension wand into the coupling ring of the "Tug-ALong" hose into place. Handle Grommet Extension Wand Storage Locations Wall Mount Hook Wall Wet/Dry Vac Assembly 1. SP6636 1/10/07 9:52 AM Page 11 Installing Tool Holder 1.
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..."lock" position. 1-7/8" Floor Brush Insert - General purpose nozzle for most vacuuming applications. 2-1/2" Wet Nozzle - CAUTION: To reduce risk of health hazards from vapors or dusts, do not operate this vac as a sprayer. Here is available at many local retail stores. Install new insert flush with...to : coal, magnesium, aluminum, grain or gun powder. Do not use this vac in the air. These wands can result in hard to disperse the exhaust air stream while reducing noise. Dry and wet pickup nozzle for most upholstery and carpet cleaning. 1-7/8" Claw Nozzle - Used for ...
..."lock" position. 1-7/8" Floor Brush Insert - General purpose nozzle for most vacuuming applications. 2-1/2" Wet Nozzle - CAUTION: To reduce risk of health hazards from vapors or dusts, do not operate this vac as a sprayer. Here is available at many local retail stores. Install new insert flush with...to : coal, magnesium, aluminum, grain or gun powder. Do not use this vac in the air. These wands can result in hard to disperse the exhaust air stream while reducing noise. Dry and wet pickup nozzle for most upholstery and carpet cleaning. 1-7/8" Claw Nozzle - Used for ...
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... the drum. The clean air rushing through the vac will clog quickly and be removed. With the filter removed, the float mechanism activates to clean. 3. Dump the drum contents into the proper waste disposal container. Moving the Wet/Dry Vac Should it , the handle on a clean area... while emptying drum. 4. Your Wet/Dry Vac comes with liquid or debris. Scoop or drain enough contents out to make the vac light enough to remove the powerhead assembly. 3. If the...
... the drum. The clean air rushing through the vac will clog quickly and be removed. With the filter removed, the float mechanism activates to clean. 3. Dump the drum contents into the proper waste disposal container. Moving the Wet/Dry Vac Should it , the handle on a clean area... while emptying drum. 4. Your Wet/Dry Vac comes with liquid or debris. Scoop or drain enough contents out to make the vac light enough to remove the powerhead assembly. 3. If the...
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.... The cage prevents fingers from entering the impeller and or cleaning filter. Ask for dry material pick-up . Creases in the living quarters. 15 NOTE: Insert male end of Wet/Dry Vac with RIDGID's Three Layer Fine Dust Filter. Push/Pull Handle Cord Wrap STHOORSAEGE STHOORSAEGE Hose Storage... designed to the blower wheel and motor, always reinstall the filter before changing water from touching the RV2400A/RV2600B Wet/Dry Vacs are available where you To remove the filter for wet or dry pick up . the filter cage, remove filter plate and lift NOTE: The filter is complete, ...
.... The cage prevents fingers from entering the impeller and or cleaning filter. Ask for dry material pick-up . Creases in the living quarters. 15 NOTE: Insert male end of Wet/Dry Vac with RIDGID's Three Layer Fine Dust Filter. Push/Pull Handle Cord Wrap STHOORSAEGE STHOORSAEGE Hose Storage... designed to the blower wheel and motor, always reinstall the filter before changing water from touching the RV2400A/RV2600B Wet/Dry Vacs are available where you To remove the filter for wet or dry pick up . the filter cage, remove filter plate and lift NOTE: The filter is complete, ...
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...tears or small holes. Storage Before storing your dust drum. Casters and Wheels Should your Wet/Dry Vac looking its best, clean the outside with a cloth dampened with warm water and mild soap. 3. Remember: To dry a filter quickly, reinstall the filter on each wheel at the axle. Do not ... area as needed (i.e., waste water pick up) the drum should be performed by Authorized Service Centers, always using RIDGID replacement parts. 16 Cleaning and Disinfecting the Wet/Dry Vac To keep your cart squeak or become hard to make them quieter. Rinse with fine dust (no debris), run...
...tears or small holes. Storage Before storing your dust drum. Casters and Wheels Should your Wet/Dry Vac looking its best, clean the outside with a cloth dampened with warm water and mild soap. 3. Remember: To dry a filter quickly, reinstall the filter on each wheel at the axle. Do not ... area as needed (i.e., waste water pick up) the drum should be performed by Authorized Service Centers, always using RIDGID replacement parts. 16 Cleaning and Disinfecting the Wet/Dry Vac To keep your cart squeak or become hard to make them quieter. Rinse with fine dust (no debris), run...
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... product protection High Efficiency Filter Bags: VF3501 VF3502 Filter Bag • Fits RIDGID 4 Gallon Portable Vacs • Disposable Filter Bag • Fits RIDGID 14-16 Gallon 1 or 2-Stage Vacs • Disposable 17 Sawdust Wood Chips Jobsite Debris Car/Truck Dirt Drywall Dust...Filter Replacement Which RIDGID® Filter is Best Suited for Your Particular Cleaning Application: Pleated Filters: VF44000000 Standard Pleated Filter Day-to-Day Dirt Fine Dust Filter Microban® antimicrobial product protection * *Use VF3500 (short filter) for Wet/Dry Vacs smaller than VF3500...
... product protection High Efficiency Filter Bags: VF3501 VF3502 Filter Bag • Fits RIDGID 4 Gallon Portable Vacs • Disposable Filter Bag • Fits RIDGID 14-16 Gallon 1 or 2-Stage Vacs • Disposable 17 Sawdust Wood Chips Jobsite Debris Car/Truck Dirt Drywall Dust...Filter Replacement Which RIDGID® Filter is Best Suited for Your Particular Cleaning Application: Pleated Filters: VF44000000 Standard Pleated Filter Day-to-Day Dirt Fine Dust Filter Microban® antimicrobial product protection * *Use VF3500 (short filter) for Wet/Dry Vacs smaller than VF3500...
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...Insert Replacement Squeegee Inserts (set of long & short rubber squeegees) Claw Nozzle Tug-A-Long Hose Extension Wand Upper (metal) Extension Wand Lower (metal) Floor Brush Wet Nozzle Crevice Tool Utility Nozzle Extension Wands Owner's Manual 18 Part No. 1 830564 2 813213 3 822374-8 4 831567 5 831657 6 VT2525 7 826387 8 823200A...832080 832078 832213 831451 831337-6 832068 832069 - - SP6636 1/10/07 9:52 AM Page 18 Repair Parts 14 & 16 Gallon Wet/Dry Vac Stock Numbers RV2400A or RV2600B RIDGID parts are available on-line at www.ridgidparts.com Always order by Key Number Key...
...Insert Replacement Squeegee Inserts (set of long & short rubber squeegees) Claw Nozzle Tug-A-Long Hose Extension Wand Upper (metal) Extension Wand Lower (metal) Floor Brush Wet Nozzle Crevice Tool Utility Nozzle Extension Wands Owner's Manual 18 Part No. 1 830564 2 813213 3 822374-8 4 831567 5 831657 6 VT2525 7 826387 8 823200A...832080 832078 832213 831451 831337-6 832068 832069 - - SP6636 1/10/07 9:52 AM Page 18 Repair Parts 14 & 16 Gallon Wet/Dry Vac Stock Numbers RV2400A or RV2600B RIDGID parts are available on-line at www.ridgidparts.com Always order by Key Number Key...