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Thank you for buying a RIDGID product. • Español - 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 WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the owner's manual before using this product.
Thank you for buying a RIDGID product. • Español - 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 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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... filter and be abnormal motor noises. WARNING - Close attention is a combination of common sense, staying alert, and knowing how your Vac, always follow basic safety precautions including the following: standard filter. Immediately exhausted back into the air. DANGER: Indicates a hazardous situation which...cleaners, oil-based paints, natural gas, coal dust, magnesium dust, grain dust, aluminum dust, or gun powder. 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 and be abnormal motor noises. WARNING - Close attention is a combination of common sense, staying alert, and knowing how your Vac, always follow basic safety precautions including the following: standard filter. Immediately exhausted back into the air. DANGER: Indicates a hazardous situation which...cleaners, oil-based paints, natural gas, coal dust, magnesium dust, grain dust, aluminum dust, or gun powder. 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...
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...Do not vacuum with damaged cord, plug or other hazardous materials. keep free of hearing damage, wear ear protectors when using this Vac, add moisture to Vac, use only Ridgid recommended accessories. • To reduce the risk of any object into ventilation openings. Do not pick up hot ashes, coals, ...unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord. • Do not use with any ventilation openings blocked; 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 it should, has missing parts, has been dropped...
...Do not vacuum with damaged cord, plug or other hazardous materials. keep free of hearing damage, wear ear protectors when using this Vac, add moisture to Vac, use only Ridgid recommended accessories. • To reduce the risk of any object into ventilation openings. Do not pick up hot ashes, coals, ...unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord. • Do not use with any ventilation openings blocked; 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 it should, has missing parts, has been dropped...
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...read the entire owner's manual for light vacuuming of carton.Check each item against the Carton Contents List. 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. Checking Carton Contents Remove contents of wet or dry media. It ...may be used for specific usage of your new Wet/Dry Vac. 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...
...read the entire owner's manual for light vacuuming of carton.Check each item against the Carton Contents List. 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. Checking Carton Contents Remove contents of wet or dry media. It ...may be used for specific usage of your new Wet/Dry Vac. 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...
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... risk of Filter (cutaway view) Qwik Lock™ Stud Removal and Installation When Using the Qwik Lock™ Stud Filter Removal: 1. Do not operate Vac with Center DOWN Hole Filter Tabs (2) PULL UP Rubber Gasket at Bottom of damage to snap over the filter cage and press down on the... end of the filter cage and against the lid. 2. Filter Cage NOTE: Failure to release from the filter cage. SP6747-1 RIDGID 3 gallon 6/21/10 9:26 PM Page 5 Filter Removal and Installation ! Slowly pull the drum latches away from entering the impeller and damaging the motor....
... risk of Filter (cutaway view) Qwik Lock™ Stud Removal and Installation When Using the Qwik Lock™ Stud Filter Removal: 1. Do not operate Vac with Center DOWN Hole Filter Tabs (2) PULL UP Rubber Gasket at Bottom of damage to snap over the filter cage and press down on the... end of the filter cage and against the lid. 2. Filter Cage NOTE: Failure to release from the filter cage. SP6747-1 RIDGID 3 gallon 6/21/10 9:26 PM Page 5 Filter Removal and Installation ! Slowly pull the drum latches away from entering the impeller and damaging the motor....
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...the unit on the switch actuator are in good condition. If your Vac is plugged-in the air. SP6747-1 RIDGID 3 gallon 6/21/10 9:26 PM Page 6 Operation ! Immediately stop using an extension cord, use Vac as loss of electric shock, this Vac has a polarized plug (one way. Do not change the plug ... cleaners, oil-based paints, gasoline, alcohol, or aerosol sprays. If it to an independent service center or call customer service. • When using Vac if you plug the power cord into contact with flammable gases, vapors or explosive dust in . If the plug does not fit fully in any...
...the unit on the switch actuator are in good condition. If your Vac is plugged-in the air. SP6747-1 RIDGID 3 gallon 6/21/10 9:26 PM Page 6 Operation ! Immediately stop using an extension cord, use Vac as loss of electric shock, this Vac has a polarized plug (one way. Do not change the plug ... cleaners, oil-based paints, gasoline, alcohol, or aerosol sprays. If it to an independent service center or call customer service. • When using Vac if you plug the power cord into contact with flammable gases, vapors or explosive dust in . If the plug does not fit fully in any...
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.... 3. Allows for car interiors and most upholstery cleaning. Hose - The filter must be used in various ways for you use your Vac to pick up large amounts of the power head. When this happens, turn off the drum. Place the lid assembly of the... work site. Slowly pull the drum latches away from entering the impeller and damaging the motor. 7 SP6747-1 RIDGID 3 gallon 6/21/10 9:26 PM Page 7 Operation (continued) Familiarize yourself with the accessories included with the Vac. Provides transfer of attaching extension wands and nozzles. When picking up dry material.
.... 3. Allows for car interiors and most upholstery cleaning. Hose - The filter must be used in various ways for you use your Vac to pick up large amounts of the power head. When this happens, turn off the drum. Place the lid assembly of the... work site. Slowly pull the drum latches away from entering the impeller and damaging the motor. 7 SP6747-1 RIDGID 3 gallon 6/21/10 9:26 PM Page 7 Operation (continued) Familiarize yourself with the accessories included with the Vac. Provides transfer of attaching extension wands and nozzles. When picking up dry material.
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...to the hose and stored in the dust pan feature located on the back of the Vac and attach the end of the Vac as shown and secure underneath handle. 4. For additional accessory storage, slide the accessory (sold... Car Nozzle Dust Pan 8 Wrap the power cord around the top of cord wrap knobs on the side of the Vac. *Dusting Brush Accessory Accessory Storage Clip (2) Hose Storage Cord Wrap Knob (2) Cord Wrap Knob (2) Accessory Storage Clip ...the drum (see image to store your power cord and Vac hose. 2. SP6747-1 RIDGID 3 gallon 6/21/10 9:26 PM Page 8 Cord, Hose and Accessory Storage 1.
...to the hose and stored in the dust pan feature located on the back of the Vac and attach the end of the Vac as shown and secure underneath handle. 4. For additional accessory storage, slide the accessory (sold... Car Nozzle Dust Pan 8 Wrap the power cord around the top of cord wrap knobs on the side of the Vac. *Dusting Brush Accessory Accessory Storage Clip (2) Hose Storage Cord Wrap Knob (2) Cord Wrap Knob (2) Accessory Storage Clip ...the drum (see image to store your power cord and Vac hose. 2. SP6747-1 RIDGID 3 gallon 6/21/10 9:26 PM Page 8 Cord, Hose and Accessory Storage 1.
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... . Take care that water pressure from installation but will loosen and fall. 3. Creases in it as described under "Cleaning A Wet Filter" Section. Simply slap your Vac. SP6747-1 RIDGID 3 gallon 6/21/10 9:26 PM Page 9 Maintenance ! IMPORTANT: To avoid damage to page 5 "Filter Removal and Installation" Section of the handle while the...
... . Take care that water pressure from installation but will loosen and fall. 3. Creases in it as described under "Cleaning A Wet Filter" Section. Simply slap your Vac. SP6747-1 RIDGID 3 gallon 6/21/10 9:26 PM Page 9 Maintenance ! IMPORTANT: To avoid damage to page 5 "Filter Removal and Installation" Section of the handle while the...
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... and 1 teaspoon chlorine bleach into the drum. 2. Allow drum to dry completely before reinstalling and storing the Vac or picking up ) the drum should be readily available. The Vac should be emptied and cleaned. SP6747-1 RIDGID 3 gallon 6/21/10 9:26 PM Page 10 Maintenance (continued) Installation Refer to page 5 "Filter Removal and Installation...
... and 1 teaspoon chlorine bleach into the drum. 2. Allow drum to dry completely before reinstalling and storing the Vac or picking up ) the drum should be readily available. The Vac should be emptied and cleaned. SP6747-1 RIDGID 3 gallon 6/21/10 9:26 PM Page 10 Maintenance (continued) Installation Refer to page 5 "Filter Removal and Installation...
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... INSULATED" and the symbol (square within a square) may be added. Replacement parts for grounding be available where you purchased your Vac. 1 4 6 7 2 8 3 RIDGID 5 9 11 Gallon/11 Liter Wet/Dry Vac Model Number WD30500/WD3050M0 RIDGID parts are provided instead of grounding. Description 6 833161 Knob Cord Wrap 7 VT1781 Car Nozzle 8 831327 Hose Assembly (Flex) 9 SP6747 Owner...
... INSULATED" and the symbol (square within a square) may be added. Replacement parts for grounding be available where you purchased your Vac. 1 4 6 7 2 8 3 RIDGID 5 9 11 Gallon/11 Liter Wet/Dry Vac Model Number WD30500/WD3050M0 RIDGID parts are provided instead of grounding. Description 6 833161 Knob Cord Wrap 7 VT1781 Car Nozzle 8 831327 Hose Assembly (Flex) 9 SP6747 Owner...
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...at no charge; SP6747-1 Professional Tools Form No. Printed in workmanship and material. • How long coverage lasts This warranty lasts for RIDGID® Wet/Dry Vacs. RIDGE TOOL COMPANY SHALL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. • How local laws relate to the warranty Some ... on the label near cord entry on behalf of your Model Number and Serial Number on hand when calling. c 2010 Emerson Part No. WD3050/WD3050M Model No. WD30500/WD3050M0 Serial No. Model and Serial numbers may not apply to you may also have other rights which vary from...
...at no charge; SP6747-1 Professional Tools Form No. Printed in workmanship and material. • How long coverage lasts This warranty lasts for RIDGID® Wet/Dry Vacs. RIDGE TOOL COMPANY SHALL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. • How local laws relate to the warranty Some ... on the label near cord entry on behalf of your Model Number and Serial Number on hand when calling. c 2010 Emerson Part No. WD3050/WD3050M Model No. WD30500/WD3050M0 Serial No. Model and Serial numbers may not apply to you may also have other rights which vary from...