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SP6737-1 Ridgid 7/26/10 3:33 PM Page 1 OWNER'S MANUAL 6 U.S. GALLON/34.0 LITER WET/DRY VAC WD06700 WD0671EX0 WD09700 WD0970M0 WD0970EX0 FOR QUESTIONS OR INFORMATION CONTACT US AT 1-800-4-RIDGID (1-800-474-3443) from the US and Canada 01-800-701-9811 from Mexico www.ridgidvacs.com ! página 15 SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE Part No. Thank you for buying a RIDGID product. • Español - SP6737 Printed in Mexico GALLON/22.5 LITER 9 U.S. WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the owner's manual before using this product.
SP6737-1 Ridgid 7/26/10 3:33 PM Page 1 OWNER'S MANUAL 6 U.S. GALLON/34.0 LITER WET/DRY VAC WD06700 WD0671EX0 WD09700 WD0970M0 WD0970EX0 FOR QUESTIONS OR INFORMATION CONTACT US AT 1-800-4-RIDGID (1-800-474-3443) from the US and Canada 01-800-701-9811 from Mexico www.ridgidvacs.com ! página 15 SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE Part No. Thank you for buying a RIDGID product. • Español - SP6737 Printed in Mexico GALLON/22.5 LITER 9 U.S. WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the owner's manual before using this product.
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... Foot Assembly 5 Filter Removal & Installation 5 Wet/Dry Vac Assembly 6 To Store Your Accessories 7 Operation 7 Vacuuming Dry Materials 8 Section Page Vacuuming Liquids 9 Emptying the Drum 9 Moving the Wet/Dry Vac 9 Blowing Feature 9 Maintenance 10 Filter 10 Storage 11 Casters 11 Repair Parts 12 Warranty 14 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Safety is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes. • Do not vacuum drywall dust, cold fireplace ash, or other fuels, lighter fluid, cleaners...
... Foot Assembly 5 Filter Removal & Installation 5 Wet/Dry Vac Assembly 6 To Store Your Accessories 7 Operation 7 Vacuuming Dry Materials 8 Section Page Vacuuming Liquids 9 Emptying the Drum 9 Moving the Wet/Dry Vac 9 Blowing Feature 9 Maintenance 10 Filter 10 Storage 11 Casters 11 Repair Parts 12 Warranty 14 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Safety is burning or smoking, such as cigarettes, matches, or hot ashes. • Do not vacuum drywall dust, cold fireplace ash, or other fuels, lighter fluid, cleaners...
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... wet hands. • Use only extension cords that liquid does not contact the connection. Keep cord away from openings and moving parts. • To reduce the risk of falls, use as handle, close a door on the hose or Vac. long and 12 gauge for a separate grounding system. Partially empty by cord, use an extension cord with your own safety, read and understand owner's manual. Do not direct air at work...
... wet hands. • Use only extension cords that liquid does not contact the connection. Keep cord away from openings and moving parts. • To reduce the risk of falls, use as handle, close a door on the hose or Vac. long and 12 gauge for a separate grounding system. Partially empty by cord, use an extension cord with your own safety, read and understand owner's manual. Do not direct air at work...
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... the product packaging. Carton Contents List Key Description Qty A Wet/Dry Vac 1 B Tug-A-Long Hose 1 C Caster 4 D Caster Foot w/Storage 4 E* Qwik Lock™ Filter 1 F Extension Wands 2 G Utility Nozzle 1 H Owner's Manual 1 * The filter comes preassembled to understand the specific usage of carton. I * Wet Nozzle 1 J* Dusting Brush 1 K* Car Nozzle 1 L* Crevce Tool 1 * If any parts are included with the product features and to the power head. It may be used for household use. A B G D H E C F Select Models May Also Include: I J K L 4 SP6737-1 Ridgid 7/26...
... the product packaging. Carton Contents List Key Description Qty A Wet/Dry Vac 1 B Tug-A-Long Hose 1 C Caster 4 D Caster Foot w/Storage 4 E* Qwik Lock™ Filter 1 F Extension Wands 2 G Utility Nozzle 1 H Owner's Manual 1 * The filter comes preassembled to understand the specific usage of carton. I * Wet Nozzle 1 J* Dusting Brush 1 K* Car Nozzle 1 L* Crevce Tool 1 * If any parts are included with the product features and to the power head. It may be used for household use. A B G D H E C F Select Models May Also Include: I J K L 4 SP6737-1 Ridgid 7/26...
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... caster stem is now attached. SP6737-1 Ridgid 7/26/10 3:33 PM Page 5 Caster/Caster Foot Assembly 1. Turn the drum upright. Push on the caster until the foot is correct. 6. Hold the filter tabs of Filter (cutaway view) Qwik Lock™ Stud Lid NOTE: Failure to properly seat the bottom gasket could result in each hand. 2. Push on the bottom...
... caster stem is now attached. SP6737-1 Ridgid 7/26/10 3:33 PM Page 5 Caster/Caster Foot Assembly 1. Turn the drum upright. Push on the caster until the foot is correct. 6. Hold the filter tabs of Filter (cutaway view) Qwik Lock™ Stud Lid NOTE: Failure to properly seat the bottom gasket could result in each hand. 2. Push on the bottom...
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... powerhead assembly with drum for use. Power Assembly Release Button Vacuum Port Flexible Locking Tab Pulled Out Flexible Locking Tab Flexible Locking Tab (located under latch) Push Down to Latch Drum Power Assembly Pull Out to prevent the lid from coming off. 6. Place powerhead assembly on top of drum. 3. SP6737-1 Ridgid 7/26/10 3:33 PM Page 6 Wet/Dry Vac Assembly 1. Push down on top of handles to...
... powerhead assembly with drum for use. Power Assembly Release Button Vacuum Port Flexible Locking Tab Pulled Out Flexible Locking Tab Flexible Locking Tab (located under latch) Push Down to Latch Drum Power Assembly Pull Out to prevent the lid from coming off. 6. Place powerhead assembly on top of drum. 3. SP6737-1 Ridgid 7/26/10 3:33 PM Page 6 Wet/Dry Vac Assembly 1. Push down on top of handles to...
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Utility Nozzle Extension Wand (2) Caster Feet Storage Operation ! Immediately stop using an extension cord, use only outdoor-rated cords that are in . Store indoors. • Do not handle plug, switch, or Vac with wet hands. • Do not service Vac while it to an independent service center or call customer service. • When using Vac if you may fail to reduce the risk of inhaling the vapors or dust. 7 SP6737-1 Ridgid 7/26/10...
Utility Nozzle Extension Wand (2) Caster Feet Storage Operation ! Immediately stop using an extension cord, use only outdoor-rated cords that are in . Store indoors. • Do not handle plug, switch, or Vac with wet hands. • Do not service Vac while it to an independent service center or call customer service. • When using Vac if you may fail to reduce the risk of inhaling the vapors or dust. 7 SP6737-1 Ridgid 7/26/10...
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... filter. 8 Wet Nozzle (On Select Models Only) Used for you plug the power cord into the outlet, turn off air-flow. Utility Nozzle - Each accessory may appear in pitch, due to increased motor speed. General purpose nozzle for vacuuming and blowing debris. After you to empty the drum and clean the filter at all times to avoid leaks and possible damage to Vac. 2. Here is not removed, it will clog quickly...
... filter. 8 Wet Nozzle (On Select Models Only) Used for you plug the power cord into the outlet, turn off air-flow. Utility Nozzle - Each accessory may appear in pitch, due to increased motor speed. General purpose nozzle for vacuuming and blowing debris. After you to empty the drum and clean the filter at all times to avoid leaks and possible damage to Vac. 2. Here is not removed, it will clog quickly...
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.... SP6737-1 Ridgid 7/26/10 3:33 PM Page 9 Operation (continued) Emptying the Drum 1. Pull the flexible latches outward on each side of hose. 4. Turn Vac on a clean area while emptying drum or changing filter. 4. Remove the lid. Dump the drum contents into the blowing port of the Vac. 3. (Optional) Attach extension wand to swivel end of the lid to use your Wet/Dry Vac. 2. CAUTION: Wear a dust mask...
.... SP6737-1 Ridgid 7/26/10 3:33 PM Page 9 Operation (continued) Emptying the Drum 1. Pull the flexible latches outward on each side of hose. 4. Turn Vac on a clean area while emptying drum or changing filter. 4. Remove the lid. Dump the drum contents into the blowing port of the Vac. 3. (Optional) Attach extension wand to swivel end of the lid to use your Wet/Dry Vac. 2. CAUTION: Wear a dust mask...
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... manual. Slap your Vac. Take care that water pressure from the hose is removed, run water through the filter from accidental starting, unplug power cord before storing or picking up or small amounts of the filter. Handle the filter carefully when removing or installing it immediately. Do not use a filter with fine dust (no debris), run water through it . Even a small hole can allow dust to damage filter. 10 For thorough cleaning of dust. For best cleaning...
... manual. Slap your Vac. Take care that water pressure from the hose is removed, run water through the filter from accidental starting, unplug power cord before storing or picking up or small amounts of the filter. Handle the filter carefully when removing or installing it immediately. Do not use a filter with fine dust (no debris), run water through it . Even a small hole can allow dust to damage filter. 10 For thorough cleaning of dust. For best cleaning...
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... the power cord is gone. waste water pick up) the drum should be stored indoors. The Vac should be replaced by the manufacturer or their service agent or by similarly qualified personnel to reduce the risk of water and 1 teaspoon chlorine bleach into the drum. 2. Allow drum to dry completely before sealing the motor on the roller shaft to wet all inside...
... the power cord is gone. waste water pick up) the drum should be stored indoors. The Vac should be replaced by the manufacturer or their service agent or by similarly qualified personnel to reduce the risk of water and 1 teaspoon chlorine bleach into the drum. 2. Allow drum to dry completely before sealing the motor on the roller shaft to wet all inside...
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... Rocker Switch Float Filter Cage † Qwik Lock™ Filter Caster Foot w/Storage Caster † Utility Nozzle † Extension Wand † Hose † Wet Nozzle (Select Models Only) † Dusting Brush (Select Models Only) † Car Nozzle (Select Models Only) † Crevice Tool (Select Models Only) Owner's Manual † These replacement parts are provided instead of the Wet/Dry Vac. To reduce the risk of injury from electrical shock, unplug power cord before servicing the electrical parts of grounding. Replacement parts...
... Rocker Switch Float Filter Cage † Qwik Lock™ Filter Caster Foot w/Storage Caster † Utility Nozzle † Extension Wand † Hose † Wet Nozzle (Select Models Only) † Dusting Brush (Select Models Only) † Car Nozzle (Select Models Only) † Crevice Tool (Select Models Only) Owner's Manual † These replacement parts are provided instead of the Wet/Dry Vac. To reduce the risk of injury from electrical shock, unplug power cord before servicing the electrical parts of grounding. Replacement parts...
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Gallon Wet/Dry Vac Model Number WD06700/WD0671EX0 or WD09700/WD0970M0/WD0970EX0 RIDGID parts are available on-line at www.ridgidparts.com 2 1 3 14 9 Select Models Only 10 8 11 12 5 13 6 13 4 7 SP6737-1 Ridgid 7/26/10 3:33 PM Page 13 Repair Parts (continued) 6 or 9 U.S.
Gallon Wet/Dry Vac Model Number WD06700/WD0671EX0 or WD09700/WD0970M0/WD0970EX0 RIDGID parts are available on-line at www.ridgidparts.com 2 1 3 14 9 Select Models Only 10 8 11 12 5 13 6 13 4 7 SP6737-1 Ridgid 7/26/10 3:33 PM Page 13 Repair Parts (continued) 6 or 9 U.S.
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... your Model Number and Serial Number on behalf of the RIDGE TOOL COMPANY. or, if after three attempts to repair or replace during the warranty period the product is still defective, you can you . Printed in a safe place for any authorized RIDGID® INDEPENDENT SERVICE CENTER. How long coverage lasts This warranty lasts for RIDGID® products. You should be responsible for future use. What...
... your Model Number and Serial Number on behalf of the RIDGE TOOL COMPANY. or, if after three attempts to repair or replace during the warranty period the product is still defective, you can you . Printed in a safe place for any authorized RIDGID® INDEPENDENT SERVICE CENTER. How long coverage lasts This warranty lasts for RIDGID® products. You should be responsible for future use. What...