WARNING:
NEVER IMMERSE OR EXPOSE YOUR BATTERY PACK
TO CORROSIVE OR CONDUCTIVE FLUIDS OR ALLOW
THESE FLUIDS TO FLOW INSIDE THE BATTERY PACK.
REMOVING WASTE FROM THE COLLECTION
CONTAINER
See Figures 8 - 9, pages 10 -11.
The collection container should be checked, emptied, and
cleaned periodically to obtain maximum efficiency.
Dry waste:
Remove the battery pack.
Unlock the locking latches and remove the lid.
Remove the dry use filter.
Inspect filter, lightly shake any dust or dirt from the filter,
or replace as necessary.
Empty the collection container; wash out if necessary.
Reinstall dry use filter.
Before replacing the lid, make sure all pieces are com-
pletely dry.
Replace lid and lock securely.
Liquid waste:
Remove battery pack and store away from the container
to avoid liquid entering the battery pack.
Unlock the locking latches and remove the lid.
Empty the collection container; wash out if necessary.
Before replacing the lid, make sure all pieces are com-
pletely dry.
Replace lid and lock securely.
CAUTION:
Do not allow liquid pick up to remain in the collection
container for extended periods of time. Moisture can
develop in the motor compartment and shorten the life
of the motor.
CAUTION:
Do not turn unit upside down, as liquid may enter the
motor unit.
AFTER FRENCH AND SPANISH LANGUAGE SECTIONS.
MAINTENANCE
NOTE: ILLUSTRATIONS START ON PAGE 9
CLEANING/REPLACING THE DRY USE FILTER
See Figure 10, page 11.
Remove the battery pack.
Unlock the two locking latches and remove the lid.
To clean:
Remove the dry use filter by rotating the filter counter-
clockwise to unlock and pull the filter free of the filter
housing.
Lightly shake any dust or dirt off the filter.
Reinstall the filter by aligning the raised locking tab on the
filter with the slot on the filter housing on the underside
of the lid. Rotate the filter clockwise to lock into place.
NOTE: Make sure the filter is seated properly for dry
vacuuming. Remove the filter for wet vacuuming.
To replace:
Remove the dry use filter by rotating the filter counter-
clockwise to unlock and pull the filter free of the filter
housing.
Replace with new filter by aligning the raised locking
tab on the filter with the slot on the filter housing on the
underside of the lid. Rotate the filter clockwise to lock
into place.
NOTE: Make sure the filter is seated properly for dry
vacuuming. Remove the filter for wet vacuuming.
When purchasing replacement filter, request recommended
part number 312711007 (Model number A32VC05).
STORAGE
Clean all foreign material from the wet/dry vac.
Clean the outside of the collection container with warm
water and mild soap.
Empty and clean the collection container, flexible hose,
nozzles, and attachments with warm water and mild soap
and allow to completely dry before storage.
Store flexible hose and attachments inside the collection
container or on the lid.
The collection container should be disinfected as needed
and before prolonged storage.
Store indoors in a place that is inaccessible to children.
Keep away from corrosive agents such as garden chemi-
cals and de-icing salts.
The wet/dry vac is compatible with the RYOBI LINK modular
storage system. Please refer to the storage system operator's
manual for instruction on how to store using the system.
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