Ridgid VAC12000 User Manual
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OWNER’S MANUAL
12 U.S. GALLON/45 LITER
WET/DRY VAC WITH
DETACHABLE BLOWER
VAC12000
FOR QUESTIONS OR INFORMATION CONTACT US AT
1-800-4-RIDGID (1-800-474-3443) from the USand Canada
01-800-701-9811 from Mexico
www.ridgidvacs.com
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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.
SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
Part No. SP6949 Printed in Mexico
• Español - página 17
• Français - page 33
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Table of Contents
Section Page
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Unpacking and Checking
Carton Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Caster/Caster Foot Assembly . . . . . . . . 5
Wet/Dry Vac Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Positioning Detachable Blower
(Power Head Assembly). . . . . . . . . . . 6
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-10
Vacuuming Dry Materials . . . . . . . . . . 8
Vacuuming Liquids . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Section Page
Emptying the Drum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Moving the Wet/Dry Vac. . . . . . . . . . . 9
Blowing Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Assemble the Detachable Blower
for “Blowing” . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-13
Repair Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-15
Servicing of Double-Insulated
Wet/Dry Vac . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Safety is a combination of common sense,
staying alert, and knowing how your
Wet/Dry Vacuum cleaner (“Vac”) works.
Safety Signal Words
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DANGER: Indicates a hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, will result
in death or serious injury.
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WARNING: Indicates a hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION: Indicates a hazardous
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situation which, if not avoided, could
result in minor or moderate injury, or
property damage.
When using your Vac, always follow basic
safety precautions including the following:
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WARNING
- To reduce the risk of fire, electric
shock, or injury:
• Read and understand this manual and all
labels on the Vac before operating.
• Use only as described in this manual.
• Do not leave Vac running while
unattended - you may fail to notice
important signs indicating abnormal
operation such as loss of suction,
debris/liquid exiting exhaust, or abnormal
motor noises. Immediately stop using Vac
if you notice these signs.
• Do not leave Vac when plugged in.
Unplug from outlet when not in use and
before servicing.
• Sparks inside the motor can ignite
flammable vapors or dust. To reduce the
risk of fire or explosion, do not vacuum or
use near combustible liquids, gases, or
dusts, such as gasoline or other fuels,
lighter fluid, cleaners, oil-based paints,
natural gas, coal dust, magnesium dust,
grain dust, aluminum dust, or gun
powder.
• Do not vacuum anything that is burning or
smoking, such as cigarettes, matches, or
hot ashes.
• Do not vacuum drywall dust, cold
fireplace ash, or other fine dusts with
standard filter. These may pass through
the filter and be exhausted back into the
air. Use a fine dust filter instead.
• To reduce the risk of inhaling toxic vapors,
do not vacuum or use near toxic or
hazardous materials.
• To reduce the risk of electric shock,
do not expose to rain or allow liquid to
enter motor compartment. Store indoors.
• This Wet/Dry Vac is not intended for use
by persons (including children) with
reduced physical, sensory, or mental
capabilities, or lack of experience and
knowledge, unless they have been given
supervision or instruction concerning use
of the appliance by a person responsible
for their safety.
• Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close
attention is necessary when used by or
near children.
• Do not use with a torn filter or without the
filter installed except when vacuuming
liquids as described in this manual.
Dry debris ingested by the impeller may
damage the motor or be exhausted back
into the air.
• Turn off Vac before unplugging.
• To reduce the risk of injury from
accidental starting, unplug power cord
before changing or cleaning filter.
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• Do not unplug by pulling on cord.
To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
• Do not use with damaged cord, plug or
other parts. If your Vac is not working as it
hould, has missing parts, has been
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dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or
dropped into water, contact RIDGID
Customer Service.
• Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as
handle, close a door on cord, or pull cord
around sharp edges or corners. Do not
run Vac over cord. Keep cord away from
heated surfaces.
• Do not handle plug, switch, or the Vac
with wet hands.
• Use only extension cords that are rated
for outdoor use. Extension cords in poor
condition or too small in wire size can
pose fire and shock hazards.
To reduce the risk of these hazards,
be sure the cord is in good condition and
that liquid does not contact the
connection. Do not use an extension cord
with conductors smaller than 16 gauge
(AWG) in size. To reduce power loss, use
a 14 gauge extension cord if 25 to 50 ft.
long and 12 gauge for 50 ft. or longer.
• This Wet/Dry Vac is double-insulated,
eliminating the need for a separate
grounding system. Use only identical
replacement parts. Read the instructions
for Servicing Double-Insulated Wet/Dry
Vacs before servicing.
• Do not put any object into ventilation
openings. Do not vacuum with any
ventilation openings blocked; keep free of
dust, lint, hair or anything that may reduce
air flow.
• Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all
parts of body away from openings and
moving parts.
• To reduce the risk of falls, use extra care
when cleaning on stairs.
• To reduce the risk of back injury or falls,
do not lift a Vac that is heavy with liquid or
debris. Partially empty the Vac by
scooping debris or draining liquid to make
it comfortable to lift.
• To reduce the risk of personal injury or
damage to Vac, use only Ridgid
recommended accessories.
• When using as a detached blower:
- Direct air discharge only at work
area.
- Turn unit off before setting on ground
or releasing grasp from handle.
- Do not set down in liquid; electric
shock could occur.
- Do not direct air at bystanders.
- Keep children away when blowing.
- Do not use blower for any job except
blowing dirt and debris.
- Do not use as a sprayer.
• To reduce the risk of eye injury, wear
safety eyewear. The operation of any
utility Vac or blower can result in foreign
objects being blown into the eyes, which
can result in severe eye damage.
CAUTION:
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• To reduce the risk of hearing damage,
wear ear protectors when using for
extended time or in a noisy area.
• For dusty operations, wear dust mask.
• Static shocks are common when the
relative humidity of the air is low.
Vacuuming fine debris with your Vac
can deposit static charge on the hose
or Vac. To reduce the frequency of
static shocks in your home or when
using this Vac, add moisture to the air
with a humidifier.
Observe the following warnings that
appear on the motor housing of your Vac:
DOUBLE INSULATED
GROUNDING NOT REQUIRED.
WHEN SERVICING USE ONLY
IDENTICAL REPLACEMENT PARTS.
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WARNING:
• For your own safety, read and
understand owner's manual.
• Do not run unattended.
• Do not pick up hot ashes, coals,
toxic, flammable or other
hazardous materials.
• Do not use around explosive
liquids or vapors.
WARNING: When using blower:
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Wear safety eyewear labeled “ANSI
Z87.1” on the package. Turn unit off
before setting on ground or
releasing grasp from handle.
Electric shock could occur if used
on wet surfaces. Direct tool
discharge only at work area. Do not
direct discharge at bystandaders,
Keep children away.
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WARNING: To reduce the risk of
electric shock - do not expose to
rain - store indoors.
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Introduction
This Wet/Dry Vac with Detachable Blower
is intended for household use. It may be
used for vacuuming wet or dry debris and
may be used as a blower.
Read this owner’s manual to familiarize
yourself with the product features and to
understand the specific usage of your
new Vac.
Unpacking and Checking Carton Contents
Remove contents of carton. Check each
item against the Carton Contents List.
Call 1-800-4-RIDGID (1-800-474-3443)
from the US & Canada, 01-800-701-9811
from Mexico, or E-mail us at
info@ridgidvacs.com if any parts are
damaged or missing.
Carton Contents List
Key Description Qty
A Wet/Dry Vac . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
B Male-Male Adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
C Car Nozzle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
D Utility Nozzle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
E Extension Wands . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
F Pro-Hose . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
G Caster Foot for Storage . . . . . . . . 4
H Caster Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
I Owner’s Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
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Caster
Caster Stem
Caster Ball
Pin
Caster
Foot
Hole
Dust
Drum
Drum Latch
Drum Lip
Drum Latch
Inlet
Dust
Drum
Lid
Assembly
Drain
Cap
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Caster/Caster Foot Assembly
With the lid assembly removed from the
drum, and the drum upside down on the
floor:
1. Insert the 4 caster feet into the bottom
of drum, as shown.
2. Push each of the caster feet until the
feet are flush with bottom of the dust
drum.
3. Insert each of the caster stems into
the sockets of the caster feet, as
shown (4 places).
4. Push on the casters until the ball of
each caster stem is inserted all the
way into the socket. You will hear the
ball snap into the socket and the
casters will swivel easily when
positioning is correct.
5. Turn the drum upright.
Wet/Dry Vac Assembly
1. Locate the lid assembly and the drum/
caster foot assembly (assembled
previously).
2. Position the lid assembly with the inlet
of the unit located in line with the drain
cap on the dust drum.
3. To assemble the lid assembly to the
drum/caster foot assembly, lower the
lid assembly onto the dust drum.
Rotate both latches down until you
hear them snap over the lip of the
drum.
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Press and Pull
Release Button
Pro-Hose
Power Head
Latch
Detachable
Blower
Power Head
Latch
Drum
Latch
Lid Assembly
Molded
Plastic Lead
Pull
Handle
Indented
Area
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Positioning Detachable Blower
(Power Head Assembly)
1. To remove the detachable blower from
the lid assembly, press down on the
power head latch under the
detachable blower handle and lift the
blower off the lid of the Vac.
To replace the blower back onto the lid
assembly, proceed to the following
instructions.
3. Rotate the detachable blower down
until the travel of the unit stops.
4. Lightly press down on the carry handle
of the detachable blower until you
hear the slight “snap” of the power
head latch engaging the blower. The
detachable blower is now latched to
the lid assembly.
5. Your new Wet/Dry Vac is ready for
use. With the Wet/Dry Vac completely
assembled and ready for use, insert
the push button end of the Pro-Hose
into the inlet of the Vac. The hose
should snap into place. To remove the
hose from the Vac, press the release
button in the hose assembly and pull
the hose out of the Vac inlet, as
shown.
2. On top of the detachable blower
(opposite the handle side of the
blower); there is a molded plastic lead
that is used to assist assembling the
unit. Position the lead into the
indented area above the “Pull Handle”.
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Operation
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WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, explosion, or damage to Vac:
• Do not leave Vac running while unattended - you may fail to notice
important signs indicating abnormal operation such as loss of suction,
debris/liquid exiting the exhaust, or abnormal motor noises. Immediately
stop using Vac if you notice these signs.
• Do not leave Vac plugged in when not in use.
• Do not continue running when float has cut off suction.
• Sparks inside the motor can ignite airborne flammables. Do not operate
Vac near flammable liquids or in areas with flammable gases, vapors, or
explosive/airborne dust. Flammable liquids, gases, and vapors include:
lighter fluid, solvent-type cleaners, oil-based paints, gasoline, alcohol, and
aerosol sprays. Explosive dusts include: coal, magnesium, aluminum,
grain, and gun powder.
• Do not vacuum up explosive dusts, flammable liquids, or hot ashes.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock or injury:
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• Do not expose to rain or allow liquid to enter motor compartment. Store
indoors.
• Do not handle plug, switch, or Vac with wet hands.
• Unplug Vac before servicing. If your Vac is not working as it should, has
missing parts, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into
water, return it to an independent service center or call customer service.
• When using an extension cord, use only outdoor-rated cords that are in
good condition. Do not allow the connection to come into contact with
liquid.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, this
Vac has a polarized plug (one blade is
wider than the other). Except for 230 volt
models, this plug will fit in a polarized
outlet only one way. If the plug does not
fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug.
If it still does not fit, contact a qualified
electrician to install the proper outlet.
Do not change the plug in any way.
After you plug the power cord into the
outlet, turn the unit on by pushing the
switch from position "O" to position "l".
The symbols used on the switch actuator
are international "On & Off" symbols.
=
OFF
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=
ON
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Operation (continued)
Familiarize yourself with the accessories
included with the Vac. Each accessory
may be used in various ways for
vacuuming and blowing debris. Here is a
list of the accessories and their uses.
Extension Wands - These wands can be
connected together and provides
additional length for more reach.
Utility Nozzle - General purpose nozzle
for most vacuuming applications.
Car Nozzle - Dry pickup nozzle for car
interiors and most upholstery cleaning.
Male To Male Adapter - Use this
accessory to connect the blower nozzle
to the exhaust of the power assembly
Pro-Hose - Provides transfer of vacuum
or blowing capability to work site.
Provides the means of attaching
extension wands and nozzles.
Caster Feet - Store accessories with
your Vac.
Vacuuming Dry Materials
1. The filter must always be in correct
position at all times to avoid leaks and
possible damage to Vac.
2. When using your Vac to pick up very
fine dust, it will be necessary for you to
empty the drum and clean the filter at
more frequent intervals to maintain
peak Vac performance.
Vacuuming Liquids
1. When picking up small amounts of
liquid the filter may be left in place.
2. When picking up large amounts of
liquid we recommend that the filter be
removed. If the filter is not removed, it
will become saturated and misting may
appear in the exhaust.
WARNING: Do not operate
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without filter cage and float, as they
prevent liquid from entering the
impeller and damaging the motor.
3. When the liquid in the drum reaches a
predetermined level, the float
mechanism will rise automatically to cut
off air-flow. You will know that the float
has risen because Vac airflow ceases
and the motor noise will become higher
in pitch, due to increased motor speed.
When this happens, turn off the Vac,
unplug the power cord, and empty the
drum.
4. After using the Vac to pick up liquids,
the filter must be dried to avoid
possible mildew and damage to the
filter.
IMPORTANT: To reduce the risk of
damage to the Vac, do not run motor with
float in raised position.
NOTE: A dry filter is necessary to pick up
dry material. If you use your Vac to pick
up material when the filter is wet, the filter
will clog quickly and be very difficult to
clean.
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Drum
Latch
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Operation (continued)
Emptying the Drum
WARNING: To reduce the risk of
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injury from accidental starting,
unplug power cord before emptying
the drum.
1. To remove the lid to empty contents of
the dust drum simply lift the two drum
latches at the front and rear of the dust
drum and lift the lid assembly up and
off the dust drum and set to the side.
2. Lay the lid assembly upside down on a
clean area while emptying drum or
changing the filter.
3. Dump the drum contents into the
proper waste disposal container.
Moving the Wet/Dry Vac
Should it become necessary to pick the
Vac up to move it, the handles on the
sides of the dust drum are used to lift. To
maneuver the Vac, the pull handle above
the inlet should be used.
Blowing Feature
Your Wet/Dry Vac has a “detachable
blower”. It has the capability to be used
as a dedicated blower for yard work,
patio cleanup and workshop applications
to blow sawdust and other debris.
WARNING: Always wear safety
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eyewear complying with ANSI Z87.1
(or in Canada, CSA Z94.3) before
using as a blower.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of
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injury to bystanders, keep them
clear of blowing debris.
CAUTION: Wear a dust mask if
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blowing creates dust which might
be inhaled.
4. If the contents are liquid, you may
dispose by using the drain provided in
the drum for easy emptying. Simply
unscrew the drain cap and allow the
liquid to drain completely out of the Vac
drum.
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WARNING: To reduce the risk of
back injury or falls, do not lift a Vac
heavy with liquid or debris. Scoop
or drain enough contents out to
make the Vac light enough to lift
comfortably.
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of
!
hearing damage, wear ear protectors
when using the Vac/Blower for
extended time or in a noisy area.
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Blowing Port
Goggles
Dust Mask
Male-Male
Adapter
Car Nozzle
Extension
Wand
Blowing Port
Car Nozzle
Male-Male
Adapter
Car Nozzle
Male-Male
Adapter
Hose
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Operation (continued)
1. Familiarize yourself with the detachable
blower portion of your Wet/Dry Vac.
2. Remove the detachable blower of your
Vac by pressing down on the power
head latch under the handle of the
detachable blower. (This power head
latch holds the detachable blower to
the lid assembly.)
3. Lift the detachable blower up by raising
the handle upward and pulling the unit
away from its nested position on the
lid.
Assemble the Detachable
Blower for “Blowing”
This may be assembled three ways:
1. Insert the small end of one of the
extension wands into the blowing port
of the detachable blower. Insert the
male-male adapter into the extension
wand and install the car nozzle onto
the male-male adapter.
- OR -
2. Insert the male-male adapter into the
blowing port of the detachable blower.
Connect the large end of the
extension wand to the male-male
adapter. Connect the car nozzle to the
extension wand. If the additional reach
is not needed, simply omit the wand,
and connect the car nozzle to the
male-male adapter.
3. The Wet/Dry Vac may also be used for
blowing using the seven foot hose
supplied with the Wet/Dry Vac. Install
the male-male adapter in the blowing
port of the Wet/Dry Vac. The malemale adapter will insert into the inside
of the push button end of the Vac
hose. Assemble the hose to the malemale adapter and connect the car
nozzle to the opposite end of the
hose. The unit is ready for blowing
applications.
4. Turn the blower “ON” by toggling the
switch in the handle of the blower to
the “ON” position.
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Foam Pad
Holder
Foam Pad
Intake Shield
Screws (3)
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Maintenance
Blower Intake
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WARNING: To reduce the risk of
injury from accidental starting,
unplug power cord before changing
or cleaning filter or foam pad.
After using the detachable blower of your
Wet/Dry Vac, examine the bottom of the
blower for dust and debris. Check to see
if the intake to the blower has debris
stuck to the plastic vents and foam pad.
To clean the foam pad under the intake
shield of the detachable blower:
1. Remove the three screws holding the
intake shield.
2. Lift the intake shield off and set aside.
3. Lift the foam pad away from the
detached blower, the foam pad holder
will also lift away from the blower.
4. Remove the foam pad from pad holder
and set the foam pad holder to the
side. Clean the foam pad in warm
soapy water or brush debris away.
Allow foam pad to dry.
5. Examine foam pad for reuse. If you
need to replace it, check the service
part section of this manual.
6. Replace foam pad holder on blower
with the tabs away from the blower.
Reinstall foam pad under the tabs of
the holder.
7. Reinstall intake shield and 3 screws.
The unit is ready for use.
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
to clean or installing it. Creases in the
filter pleats may occur from installation
but will not affect the performance of the
filter.
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.
IMPORTANT: To avoid damage to the
blower wheel and motor, always reinstall
the filter before using the Vac for dry
material pickup.
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Filter
Cage
Qwik
Lock™
Stud
Filter
Tabs (2)
Integrated Filter
Plate with Center
Hole
P
USH
DOWN
PULL
U
P
Rubber
Gasket at
Bottom of
Filter
(cutaway
view)
Lid
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Maintenance (continued)
Filter Removal and Installation
Filter Removal:
1. Hold the filter tabs of the Qwik Lock™
filter in each hand.
2. With one thumb on the Qwik Lock™
stud, which protrudes through the
integrated filter plate, lift up on the filter
tabs while pushing down on the stud.
3. This action will cause the filter to
release from the filter cage. Slide filter
off cage.
Filter Installation:
1. Carefully slide the Qwik Lock™ filter
over the filter cage and press down on
the outside edge of the filter until the
rubber gasket on the bottom of the filter
seats securely around the base of the
filter cage and against the lid.
2. Align the small center hole in the top of
the filter over the Qwik Lock™ stud on
the filter cage. Press firmly on top of
the filter near the stud to allow the filter
to snap over the ball on the end of the
stud. The filter is now attached.
NOTE: Failure to properly seat the
bottom gasket could result in debris
bypassing the filter.
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without filter cage and float, as they
prevent liquid from entering the
impeller and damaging the motor.
WARNING: Do not operate
Cleaning A Dry 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.
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".
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Pull Handle
Handle
Cord Wrap
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Maintenance (continued)
Cleaning A Wet Filter
Remove filter from Vac, run water through
the filter from a hose or spigot. Take care
that water pressure from the hose is not
strong enough to damage filter.
Cleaning and Disinfecting the
Wet/Dry Vac
To keep your Wet/Dry Vac looking its
best, clean the outside with a cloth
dampened with warm water and mild
soap.
To clean the drum:
1. Dump debris out.
2. Wash drum thoroughly with warm
water and mild soap.
3. Wipe out with dry cloth.
Before prolonged storage or as needed
(i.e.; waste water pick up) the drum
should be disinfected.
To disinfect the drum:
1. Pour 1 gallon of water and 1 teaspoon
chlorine bleach into the drum.
2. Let solution stand for 20 minutes,
carefully swishing every few minutes,
making sure to wet all inside surfaces
of the drum.
Storage
Before storing your Vac, the drum should
be emptied and cleaned. The cord should
be wrapped around the unit and the hose
should be stored as described in this
manual. Accessories should be kept in
the same area as the Vac so they can be
readily available. The Vac should be
stored indoors.
Casters
If your casters are noisy, you may put a
drop of oil on the roller shaft to make
them quieter.
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WARNING: To assure product
SAFETY and RELIABILITY, any other
maintenance, repairs, or adjustments
should be performed by Authorized
service centers, always using RIDGID
replacement parts.
3. Empty drum after 20 minutes. Rinse
with water until bleach smell is gone.
Allow drum to dry completely before
sealing the motor on the drum.
Cord Maintenance
When vacuuming is complete, unplug the
cord and wrap it around the motor cover.
If the power cord is damaged, it must be
replaced by the manufacturer or their
service agent or by similarly qualified
personnel to reduce the risk of accident.
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Repair Parts
12 U.S. Gallon Wet/Dry Vac With Detachable Blower
Model Number VAC12000
RIDGID parts are available on-line at www.ridgidparts.com
Always order by Part Number - Not by Key Number
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WARNING
SERVICING OF DOUBLE-INSULATED WET/DRY VAC
In a double-insulated Wet/Dry Vac, two systems of insulation are provided
instead of grounding. No grounding means is provided on a double-insulated
appliance, nor should a means for grounding be added. Servicing a doubleinsulated Wet/Dry Vac requires extreme care and knowledge of the system,
and should be done only by qualified service personnel. Replacement parts
for a double-insulated Wet/Dry Vac must be identical to the parts they replace.
Your double-insulated Wet/Dry Vac is marked with the words "DOUBLE
INSULATED" and the symbol (square within a square) may also be
marked on the appliance.
To reduce the risk of injury from electrical shock, unplug power cord before
servicing the electrical parts of the Wet/Dry Vac.
Key 12 Gallon
No. Part No. Description
1 509488 Float
2 823201-3 Filter Cage
3 VF4000 Qwik Lock™ Filter
4 73185 Drain Cap
5 828833 Caster Foot w/Storage
6 73102 Caster
7 834905 Drum Latch
8 826832-2 Lid
9 826833-1 Pull Handle
10 818961 Spacer
11 832804-1 Blower Wheel
12 315534-1 Washer
13 826817 Nut
14 826388 Latch Powerhead
15 828993 Male-Male Adapter
16 VT2509 Utility Nozzle
17 VT2503 Car Nozzle
18 VT2508 Extension Wands
19 831337-12 Pro-Hose
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Repair Parts (continued)
12 U.S. Gallon Wet/Dry Vac With Detachable Blower
Model Number VAC12000
RIDGID parts are available on-line at www.ridgidparts.com
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