Vacuuming Dry Materials; Vacuuming Liquids - RIDGID HD03180 Mode D'emploi

OPERATION

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.

VACUUMING LIQUIDS

1. Vacuuming up small amounts of liquid (less than
2" (5 cm) collected in Drum) does not require Filter
removal.
2. When larger amounts of liquid are to be picked up,
remove all Dry Use Only Paper Filter(s) and replace
with a RIDGID VF3700 Wet Application Foam Filter.
Do Not remove the Filter Cage or Float. The Foam
Filter is specifically designed for high volume liquid
pick up. If the Paper Filter is used and becomes
saturated, you may see "mist" coming from the
Blowing Port.
3. When the Drum is "full" the Float will rise and cut
off airflow. The motor sound will rise in pitch and
its speed will increase indicating the Drum is "full".
Turn OFF the Vac before emptying the Drum.
4. Following use of Vac for wet pick up, allow Filter to
dry completely to avoid mildew and Filter damage.
IMPORTANT: To reduce the risk of damage to the Vac,
do not run Motor with Float in raised position.
WARNING:
!
Do not operate without filter cage and float, as
they prevent liquid from entering the impeller and
damaging the motor.
EMPTYING THE DRUM (Fig. 6)
1. Remove the Powerhead Assembly (A) to empty
contents of the Drum (B), simply lift the Two
Powerhead Assembly Latches on the front and rear
of the Vac.
2. Lift the Powerhead Assembly Carry Handle and
remove the Powerhead Assembly (A) from the
Drum (B).
3. Set the Powerhead Assembly (A) upright in a clean,
dry area while emptying the Drum.
4. Dump the Drum (B) contents into the proper waste
disposal container.
5. The Drum (B) should be emptied and cleaned
before storing your Vac.
Powerhead Assembly
Latch (2)
(B)
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Fig. 6
Powerhead
Assembly
Carry Handle
(A)