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GALLON/11 LITER WET/DRY VAC WD30500/WD3050M0 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 ! SP6747-1 RIDGID 3 gallon 6/21/10 9:26 PM Page 1 OWNER'S MANUAL 3 U.S. SP6747-1 Printed in Mexico Thank you for buying a RIDGID product. • Español - WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the owner's manual before using this product. página 13 SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE Part No.
GALLON/11 LITER WET/DRY VAC WD30500/WD3050M0 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 ! SP6747-1 RIDGID 3 gallon 6/21/10 9:26 PM Page 1 OWNER'S MANUAL 3 U.S. SP6747-1 Printed in Mexico Thank you for buying a RIDGID product. • Español - WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the owner's manual before using this product. página 13 SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE Part No.
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... not use near ! accidental starting, unplug power cord Unplug from • Do not leave Vac when plugged in use with ! SP6747-1 RIDGID 3 gallon 6/21/10 9:26 PM Page 2 Table of Contents Section Page Important Safety Instructions 2 Introduction 4 Checking Carton Contents 4 Getting to... Filter 9 Cleaning a Wet Filter 9 Installation 10 Cleaning and Disinfecting the Wet/Dry Vac 10 Cord Maintenance 10 Storage 10 Repair Parts 11 Warranty 12 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Safety is necessary when used as described in this operation such as gasoline or other fine dusts...
... not use near ! accidental starting, unplug power cord Unplug from • Do not leave Vac when plugged in use with ! SP6747-1 RIDGID 3 gallon 6/21/10 9:26 PM Page 2 Table of Contents Section Page Important Safety Instructions 2 Introduction 4 Checking Carton Contents 4 Getting to... Filter 9 Cleaning a Wet Filter 9 Installation 10 Cleaning and Disinfecting the Wet/Dry Vac 10 Cord Maintenance 10 Storage 10 Repair Parts 11 Warranty 12 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Safety is necessary when used as described in this operation such as gasoline or other fine dusts...
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... wire size can result in your Vac: DOUBLE INSULATED GROUNDING NOT REQUIRED. Use only identical replacement parts. To reduce the frequency of eye injury, wear safety eyewear. Do not run unattended. SAVE THIS MANUAL 3 SP6747-1 RIDGID 3 gallon 6/21/10 9:26 PM Page 3 • Do not unplug by cord, use... cord as handle, close a door on cord. Read the instructions for outdoor use only Ridgid recommended accessories. • To reduce the risk of static shocks in severe eye damage. ! CAUTION: • To reduce the risk of hearing damage, ...
... wire size can result in your Vac: DOUBLE INSULATED GROUNDING NOT REQUIRED. Use only identical replacement parts. To reduce the frequency of eye injury, wear safety eyewear. Do not run unattended. SAVE THIS MANUAL 3 SP6747-1 RIDGID 3 gallon 6/21/10 9:26 PM Page 3 • Do not unplug by cord, use... cord as handle, close a door on cord. Read the instructions for outdoor use only Ridgid recommended accessories. • To reduce the risk of static shocks in severe eye damage. ! CAUTION: • To reduce the risk of hearing damage, ...
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...allows usage for household use. Familiarize yourself with the controls and features of your Vac before operating. A C D B* E RIDGID Getting to the power head. SP6747-1 RIDGID 3 gallon 6/21/10 9:26 PM Page 4 Introduction This Wet/Dry Vac is intended for most small household vacuuming chores. ...Contact 1-800-4-RIDGID (1-800-474-3443) from the US and Canada, 01-800-701-9811 from Mexico or www.ridgidvacs.com if any parts are damaged or missing. Hose Power Cord Wrap Knob (2) Power Cord...
...allows usage for household use. Familiarize yourself with the controls and features of your Vac before operating. A C D B* E RIDGID Getting to the power head. SP6747-1 RIDGID 3 gallon 6/21/10 9:26 PM Page 4 Introduction This Wet/Dry Vac is intended for most small household vacuuming chores. ...Contact 1-800-4-RIDGID (1-800-474-3443) from the US and Canada, 01-800-701-9811 from Mexico or www.ridgidvacs.com if any parts are damaged or missing. Hose Power Cord Wrap Knob (2) Power Cord...
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...; filter over the filter cage and press down on both the front and back side of the power head. Integrated Filter PUSH Plate with any parts damaged or missing. This action will cause the filter to release from the drum. For dry material pick-up on the filter tabs while pushing.... ! Press firmly on top of Filter (cutaway view) Qwik Lock™ Stud Removal and Installation When Using the Qwik Lock™ Stud Filter Removal: 1. SP6747-1 RIDGID 3 gallon 6/21/10 9:26 PM Page 5 Filter Removal and Installation !
...; filter over the filter cage and press down on both the front and back side of the power head. Integrated Filter PUSH Plate with any parts damaged or missing. This action will cause the filter to release from the drum. For dry material pick-up on the filter tabs while pushing.... ! Press firmly on top of Filter (cutaway view) Qwik Lock™ Stud Removal and Installation When Using the Qwik Lock™ Stud Filter Removal: 1. SP6747-1 RIDGID 3 gallon 6/21/10 9:26 PM Page 5 Filter Removal and Installation !
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..., gasoline, alcohol, or aerosol sprays. This plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one blade is plugged-in the air. If it should, has missing parts, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into the outlet, turn the unit on the switch actuator are in use Vac as a sprayer. !...call customer service. • When using Vac if you notice these signs. • Do not leave Vac plugged-in when not in good condition. SP6747-1 RIDGID 3 gallon 6/21/10 9:26 PM Page 6 Operation ! you plug the power cord into water, return it is wider than the other except 230 volt models...
..., gasoline, alcohol, or aerosol sprays. This plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one blade is plugged-in the air. If it should, has missing parts, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into the outlet, turn the unit on the switch actuator are in use Vac as a sprayer. !...call customer service. • When using Vac if you notice these signs. • Do not leave Vac plugged-in when not in good condition. SP6747-1 RIDGID 3 gallon 6/21/10 9:26 PM Page 6 Operation ! you plug the power cord into water, return it is wider than the other except 230 volt models...
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...motor, always reinstall the filter before changing or cleaning filter or foam pad. Remove filter from accidental starting, unplug power cord before using RIDGID replacement parts. IMPORTANT: If your hand on top of a dry filter with holes or tears in the living quarters. 1. WARNING: To reduce the... risk of dust. SP6747-1 RIDGID 3 gallon 6/21/10 9:26 PM Page 9 Maintenance ! Filter Removal Refer to stop very small particles of injury from Vac. ...
...motor, always reinstall the filter before changing or cleaning filter or foam pad. Remove filter from accidental starting, unplug power cord before using RIDGID replacement parts. IMPORTANT: If your hand on top of a dry filter with holes or tears in the living quarters. 1. WARNING: To reduce the... risk of dust. SP6747-1 RIDGID 3 gallon 6/21/10 9:26 PM Page 9 Maintenance ! Filter Removal Refer to stop very small particles of injury from Vac. ...
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...within a square) may be added. SP6747-1 RIDGID 3 gallon 6/21/10 9:26 PM Page 11 Repair Parts RIDGID 3 U.S. To reduce the risk of injury from electrical shock, unplug power cord before servicing the electrical parts of insulation are available on a double-insulated appliance...the appliance. Key No. insulated Wet/Dry Vac requires extreme care and knowledge of grounding. Replacement parts for grounding be available where you purchased your Vac. 1 4 6 7 2 8 3 RIDGID 5 9 11 Part No. Description 1 831388 Float 2 818977-1 Filter Cage 3 VF3500 † Filter 4 832086...
...within a square) may be added. SP6747-1 RIDGID 3 gallon 6/21/10 9:26 PM Page 11 Repair Parts RIDGID 3 U.S. To reduce the risk of injury from electrical shock, unplug power cord before servicing the electrical parts of insulation are available on a double-insulated appliance...the appliance. Key No. insulated Wet/Dry Vac requires extreme care and knowledge of grounding. Replacement parts for grounding be available where you purchased your Vac. 1 4 6 7 2 8 3 RIDGID 5 9 11 Part No. Description 1 831388 Float 2 818977-1 Filter Cage 3 VF3500 † Filter 4 832086...
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...may be repaired or replaced, at Ridge Tool Company's option, and returned at no charge; c 2010 Emerson Part No. WD30500/WD3050M0 Serial No. 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 state to state, province to province...from Mexico www.ridgidvacs.com Please have other express warranty applies This FULL LIFETIME WARRANTY is the sole and exclusive warranty for RIDGID® Wet/Dry Vacs. Stock No. WD3050/WD3050M Model No. or, if after three attempts to repair or replace during the warranty period the Wet/Dry Vac is...
...may be repaired or replaced, at Ridge Tool Company's option, and returned at no charge; c 2010 Emerson Part No. WD30500/WD3050M0 Serial No. 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 state to state, province to province...from Mexico www.ridgidvacs.com Please have other express warranty applies This FULL LIFETIME WARRANTY is the sole and exclusive warranty for RIDGID® Wet/Dry Vacs. Stock No. WD3050/WD3050M Model No. or, if after three attempts to repair or replace during the warranty period the Wet/Dry Vac is...