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OWNERS MANUAL
WD1450
14 U.S. GALLONS/
12 CDN. GALLONS
PROFESSIONAL
WET/DRY VAC
RI
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SP6542 14 Gallon 9/7/04 1:31 PM Page 2 — IMPORTANT — If you require a French owner’s manual, call 1-800--4-RIDGID or E-mail us at info@ridgidvacs.com. Si vous nécessient un mode d’emploi en françals, téléphonez au 1-800-4-RIDGID ou contactez-nous par courrier électronique a info@ridgidvacs.com. Table of Contents Section Page Section Page Table of Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Vacuuming Liquids . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Important Safety Instructions. . . . . . . . . 2 Emp
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SP6542 14 Gallon 9/7/04 1:31 PM Page 3 • Do not vacuum anything that is burning • Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and or smoking, such as cigarettes, all parts of body away from openings matches, or hot ashes. and moving parts. • If your Wet/Dry Vac is not working as it When using as blower: should, has missing parts, has been • Direct air discharge only at work area. dropped or damaged, left outdoors, or • Do not direct air at bystanders. dropped into water, return it to an • Keep childr
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SP6542 14 Gallon 9/7/04 1:31 PM Page 4 To reduce the risk of hearing damage, The operation of any utility vac or blower wear ear protectors when using the vac for can result in foreign objects being blown extended hours or when using it in a noisy into the eyes, which can result in severe area. eye damage. Always wear safety goggles complying with ANSI Z87.1 (or in Canada For dusty operations, wear dust mask. CSA Z94.3-99) shown on package. Use only extension cords that are rated for Everyday
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SP6542 14 Gallon 9/7/04 1:31 PM Page 5 B Carton Contents List C Key Description Qty B A C D A Wet/Dry Vac Assembly.................1 B* Filter Nut ......................................1 C* Filter Plate....................................1 D* VF5000 Filter ...............................1 E* Filter Cage ...................................1 E D F* Float .............................................1 G Tug-A-Long Hose.........................1 H Utility Nozzle ................................1
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SP6542 14 Gallon 9/7/04 1:31 PM Page 6 Replacement Filter Assembly 1.Carefully slide the filter over the filter Filter Nut Filter Nut cage, sliding it over the center ring Lever Filter Plate covering the 3 slots until the filter stops against the lid. Filter 2.Place filter nut and filter plate onto threaded stud and tighten it down. Finger tighten only. NOTE: Lever of filter nut should be away Threaded Stud from plate as shown. Filter Cage IMPORTANT: Do not overtighten as this Slots (3) may
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SP6542 14 Gallon 9/7/04 1:31 PM Page 7 Drum/Caster Foot Assembly If any parts are missing or damaged contact Customer Service. Rear Do not assemble until you have all the Drum Caster parts. Foot 1.Insert the front and rear caster feet into Front the bottom of drum as shown. Light taps Caster with a mallet or hammer may be needed Foot to fully seat both caster feet. Drain 2.Install (4) #10 x 1-3/4” screws into #10 x 1-3/4" Screw (4) matching holes on both front and rear caster feet, secu
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SP6542 14 Gallon 9/7/04 1:31 PM Page 8 Accessory Storage Bag Installing Accessory Storage Bag Accessory Storage Bag 1.Position rods of accessory storage bag Rods directly over accessory rod receptacles in dust drum. 2. Slide rods of accessory storage bag into Accessory accessory rod receptacles until fully Rod seated. Receptacles Removing Accessory Storage Bag 1.Pull straight up on rods of accessory storage bag until bag is loose. Pull Straight NOTE: Powerhead will need to be Up removed b
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SP6542 14 Gallon 9/7/04 1:31 PM Page 9 Wet/Dry Vac Assembly 1.Position the powerhead assembly on Insert Hose the drum/caster foot assembly as Insert the push button end of the “Tug-A- shown (assembled earlier). Long” hose into the inlet of the vac. The 2.Rotate both latches down and press hose should snap into place. To remove until you hear them snap over the the hose from the vac, press the release flanges on the drum. button in the hose assembly and pull the hose out of the vac inlet, as s
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SP6542 14 Gallon 9/7/04 1:31 PM Page 10 Operation WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or explosion, do not operate this vac in areas with flammable gases, vapors or explosive dust in the air. Flammable gases or vapors include but are not limited to; lighter fluid, solvent type cleaners, oil- base paints, gasoline, alcohol or aerosol sprays. Explosive dusts include but are not limited to; coal, magnesium, grain or gun powder. Do not vacuum explosive dust, flammable or combustible liquids or hot
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SP6542 14 Gallon 9/7/04 1:31 PM Page 11 Operation (continued) Moving the Wet/Dry Vac Vacuuming Liquids Should it become necessary to pick the IMPORTANT: vac up to move it, the handle on the sides 1. When picking up small amounts of liquid of the dust drum are used to lift. To the filter may be left in place. maneuver the vac, the push/pull handle on 2. When picking up large amounts of liquid the powerhead of the unit should be used. we recommend that the filter be removed. If the filter is no
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SP6542 14 Gallon 9/7/04 1:31 PM Page 12 Accessory Storage Your accessories may be stored in the accessory storage bag, or in the two locations on the rear caster feet. NOTE: Insert male end of extension wand into the holder sleeve as shown. Accessory Storage Bag Male End Hose Storage of Extension Areas Wand Push/Pull Handle Cord Wrap Cord Wrap When vacuuming is complete, unplug the cord and wrap it around the power Power Cord assembly as shown. The cord should wrap under the pull handle (a
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SP6542 14 Gallon 9/7/04 1:31 PM Page 13 Maintenance Cleaning A Wet Filter Filter After filter is removed, run water through the WARNING: To reduce the risk of filter from a hose or spigot. Take care that injury from accidental starting, water pressure from the hose is not strong unplug power cord before changing enough to damage filter. Remember: To dry or cleaning filter. a filter quickly, reinstall the filter on the vac Your 14 Gallon Professional Wet/Dry Vac and allow the unit to run for a
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SP6542 14 Gallon 9/7/04 1:31 PM Page 14 Filter Replacement Which Replacement Filter Meets Your Needs? Filter System with Filter System with ® ® Microban Microban Standard antimicrobial product protection Choosing a filter is as easy antimicrobial product protection Fights and inhibits the growth Fights and inhibits the growth Filter as 1, 2, 3... of mold, mildew and bacteria of mold, mildew and bacteria that can shorten filter life that can shorten filter life STEP UP STEP UP Applications VF4
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SP6542 14 Gallon 9/7/04 1:31 PM Page 15 MAXIMIZE VACUUM PERFORMANCE WITH A NEW FILTER Typical Replacement Frequency is 2 Times Per Year Log on to www.ridgidvac.com/filterclub to Join Our Filter Club and/or Enter Our $500 Home Depot Gift Card Sweepstakes. (No Need to Join the Filter Club to Win) DIRT DRYWALL DUST NEW USED FILTER FILTER (after 8 hours POLLENS of average use) PET DANDER SAWDUST WATER/ LIQUIDS 15 Keep Your Environment Clean!
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SP6542 14 Gallon 9/7/04 1:31 PM Page 16 Repair Parts 14 Gallon Professional Wet/Dry Vac Model Number WD14500 RIDGID parts are available on-line at www.ridgidparts.com Always order by Part Number - Not by Key Number Key No. Part No. Description 1 830564 Actuator, Switch 2 813213 Switch, Toggle 3 830701 Motor Cover Assembly 4 830566 Motor Exhaust 5 509776-7 Motor Assembly (Includes Keys 12 through 15) 6 829718-8 Cord Assembly 7 819260-7 Lead Assembly 8 830609 Foam Pad 9 830567-1 Lid Assembly (
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SP6542 14 Gallon 9/7/04 1:31 PM Page 17 RIDGID parts are available on-line at www.ridgidparts.com 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 double- insulated Wet/Dry Vac requires extreme care and knowledge of the system, and should be done only by qualified service personne
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SP6542 14 Gallon 9/7/04 1:31 PM Page 18 Notes 18
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SP6542 14 Gallon 9/7/04 1:31 PM Page 20 What is covered ® RIDGID tools are warranted to be free of defects in workmanship and material. How long coverage lasts ® This warranty lasts for the lifetime of the RIDGID tool. Warranty coverage ends when the product becomes unusable for reasons other than defects in workmanship or material. How can you get service To obtain the benefit of this warranty, deliver via prepaid transportation the complete product to ® RIDGID TOOL COMPANY, Elyria, Ohio, or
