Ridgid WD3050M0, WD30500 User Manual

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OWNER’S MANUAL

3 U.S. 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

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.

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Part No. SP6747 Printed in Mexico

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Table of Contents

Section Page

Important Safety Instructions. . . . . . . . . 2

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Checking Carton Contents . . . . . . . . . . 4

Getting to Know Your Vac . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Filter Removal and Installation . . . . . . . 5

Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Vacuuming Dry Materials . . . . . . . . . . 7

Vacuuming Liquids . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Emptying Dust Drum . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Cord, Hose and Accessory Storage . . . 8

Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Section Page

Cleaning Vac Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Filter Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Cleaning a Dry 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 a combination of common sense, staying alert, and knowing how your Wet/Dry vacuum cleaner (“Vac”) works.

Safety Signal Words

DANGER: Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

WARNING: Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION: Indicates a hazardous

situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.

When using your Vac, always follow basic safety precautions including the following:

WARNING

- To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury:

• Read and understand this manual and

all labels on the Wet/Dry 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

ation such as loss of suction,

oper debris/liquid exiting exhaust, or abnormal motor noises. Immediately stop using Vac if y signs.

• Do not leave Vac when plugged in.

Unplug from outlet when not in use and before servicing.

ou notice these

• Sparks inside the motor can ignite flammable vapors or dust. To reduce the risk of fire or explosion, do not 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 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.

Do not allow to be used as a toy.

• Close attention is necessary when

y or near children.

used b

• 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 ma 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.

y damage the motor or be

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Do not unplug by pulling on cord.

• o 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 should, has missing parts, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, call 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. 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 DoubleInsulated 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 personal injury or

• damage to recommended accessories.

• 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:

• 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:

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:To reduce the risk of

electric shoc rain - store indoors.

Vac, use only Ridgid

DOUBLE INSULATED GROUNDING NOT REQUIRED. WHEN SERVICING USE ONLY IDENTICAL REPLACEMENT PARTS.

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Power Cord

Power Cord Wrap Knob (2)

Car Nozzle

Dust Pan

Hose

Power Switch

Latch

Drum

Power Head

Hose Wrap Storage

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Introduction

This Wet/Dry Vac is intended for household use. It may be used for light vacuuming of wet or dry media. The light weight design allows usage for most small household vacuuming chores.

Familiarize yourself with the following product and features and read the entire owner’s manual for specific usage of your new Wet/Dry Vac.

Checking Carton Contents

Remove contents of carton.Check each item against the Carton Contents List. 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.

Carton Contents List

Key Description Qty

A 3-Gallon Wet/Dry Vac...................1

B* Filter .............................................1

C Car Nozzle...................................1

D Hose Assembly (Flex)..................1

E Owner’s Manual...........................1

* The filter comes preassembled to the

power head.

Getting to Know Your Vac

Familiarize yourself with the controls and features of your Vac before operating.

Filter Cage

Filter Tabs (2)

Integrated Filter Plate with Center Hole

PUSH

DOWN

PULL

Rubber Gasket at Bottom of Filter

(cutaway view)

Qwik Lock™ Stud

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Filter Removal and Installation

WARNING: For your own safety,

never connect plug to power source outlet until all assembly steps are complete and you have read and understood the safety and operation instructions. Do not operate Vac with any parts damaged or missing.

To Remove Power Head:

Grasp the drum latches on both the front and back side of the power head. Slowly pull the drum latches away from the drum. Lift the power head off the drum. Place the lid assembly of the Vac on its side.

WARNING: Do not operate

without filter cage and float, as they prevent liquid from entering the impeller and damaging the motor. For dry material pick-up, do not operate without the filter in place in order to reduce the risk of damage to the motor.

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.

Removal and Installation of the Qwik Lock™ Filter

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

NOTE: Failure to properly seat the bottom gasket could result in debris bypassing the filter.

"On"

"Off"

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Operation

ARNING: 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:

• 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 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, tur switch from position "O" to position "l". The symbols used on the switch actuator are international "On & Off" symbols:

n the unit on b

OFF

y pushing the

Latch (2)

Pull Out and Lift Up

Power Head

Drum

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Operation (continued)

amiliarize yourself with the accessories

F included with the Vac. Each accessory may be used in various ways for vacuuming debris. Here is a list of the accessories and their uses.

Dust Pan Feature - Allows for debris collection without removing the car nozzle and hose.

Car Nozzle - Dry pickup nozzle for car interiors and most upholstery cleaning.

Hose - Provides transfer of vacuum or blowing capability to work site. Provides the means of attaching extension wands and nozzles.

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.

NOTE: A dry filter is necessary to pick up dry material. If you use your Vac to pick up dust when the filter is wet, the filter will clog quickly and be very difficult to clean.

When the liquid in the drum reaches a

3. predetermined level, the float mechanism will rise automatically to cut off airflow. 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.

Emptying the Drum

1. Grasp the drum latches on both the front and back side of the power head. Slowly pull the drum latches away from the drum. Lift the power head off the drum. Place the lid assembly of the Vac on its side.

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 satur appear in the exhaust.

WARNING: Do not operate

without filter cage and float, as they prevent liquid from entering the impeller and damaging the motor.

ated and misting ma

2. Dump the drum contents into the proper

aste disposal container.

Power Cord

Dust Pan Feature

Accessory Storage Clip (2)

Cord Wrap Knob (2)

Flex Hose

Accessory Storage Clip (2)

Cord Wrap Knob (2)

Hose Storage

*Dusting Brush Accessory

Dust Pan

Car Nozzle

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Cord, Hose and Accessory Storage

1. Your Vac has a convenient area to store your power cord and Vac hose.

2. Wrap the power cord around the top of cord wrap knobs on the back of the Vac and attach the end of the plug to the cord.

3. Wrap the hose over the top of the Vac as shown and secure underneath handle.

4. For additional accessory storage, slide the accessory (sold separately) over the accessory storage clips located at the back of the handle of the Vac.

5. The car nozzle is attached to the hose and stored in the dust pan feature located on the side of the drum (see image to the right for correct orientation of car nozzle).

*Dusting brush accessory sold separately.

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