WD1200/30 RIDGID MANUAL (12001 3/16/01 4:23 PM Page 1 WD1200/WD1230 OWNERS MANUAL (WD1200 SHOWN) 12 U.S./10 CDN. GALLONS WET/DRY VAC • Assembly • Operation • Repair Parts QUESTIONS OR COMMENTS? CALL 1-800-4-RIDGID www.ridgidwoodworking.com Part No.
WD1200/30 RIDGID MANUAL (12001 3/16/01 4:23 PM Page 2 Table of Contents Page Section Page Section Emptying the Drum ............................. 9 Important Safety Instructions ................. 2 Moving the Vac ................................... 9 Safety Signal Words ........................... 2 Blowing Feature .................................. 9 Save These Instructions ........................ 3 Introduction ............................................ 4 Maintenance ...............................
WD1200/30 RIDGID MANUAL (12001 3/16/01 before servicing. Turn off Wet/Dry Vac before unplugging. • To reduce the risk of injury from accidental starting, unplug power cord before changing or cleaning filter. • 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.
WD1200/30 RIDGID MANUAL (12001 3/16/01 4:23 PM Page 4 Introduction This Wet/Dry Vac is intended for house- Static Shocks Are Common - In dry hold use. areas or when the relative humidity of the air is low. To reduce the frequency of IMPORTANT NOTE static shocks in your home the best remPlease Read Carefully edy is to add moisture to the air with a console humidifier. Unpacking and Checking Carton Contents Remove entire contents of carton. Check each item against the Carton Contents List.
WD1200/30 RIDGID MANUAL (12001 3/16/01 4:23 PM Page 5 Float/Cage Assembly 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.
WD1200/30 RIDGID MANUAL (12001 3/16/01 4:23 PM Page 6 Vac Assembly 1. Line up vacuum port in top assembly with drain cap located on the front of the drum. 2. Place lid on top of drum with the handles snug against the drum channel. 3. Be sure lid completely covers the top of the drum so leakage does not occur. 4. Push down on top of the handles to cause the flexible locking tabs to hook onto the drum lip of the channel. 5.
WD1200/30 RIDGID MANUAL (12001 3/16/01 Insert the flexible plastic end of the hose, which is opposite the swivel end, into the vacuum port directly above the drain. Place the utility nozzle securely on the swivel end of the hose and the vac is ready for use. NOTE: The swivel end of the hose for your vac is removable if more hoses need to be attached for more length from the 4:23 PM Page 7 vac. To remove the swivel portion of the hose, grasp the hose swivel and firmly pull it out of the flexible hose.
WD1200/30 RIDGID MANUAL (12001 3/16/01 4:23 PM Page 8 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, oilbase paints, gasoline, alcohol or aerosol sprays. Explosive dusts include but are not limited to; coal, magnesium, grain or gun powder.
WD1200/30 RIDGID MANUAL (12001 3/16/01 4:23 PM Page 9 Operation (continued) Vacuuming Liquids Moving the Vac 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. 3.After using the vac to pick up liquids, the filter must be dried to avoid possible mildew and damage to the filter. 4.
WD1200/30 RIDGID MANUAL (12001 3/16/01 4:23 PM Page 10 Maintenance Filter WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury from accidental starting, unplug power cord before changing or cleaning filter. NOTE: This filter is made of high quality paper designed to stop very small particles of dust. The filter can be used for wet or dry pick up. Handle the filter carefully when removing to clean or installing it.
WD1200/30 RIDGID MANUAL (12001 3/16/01 Wet Nozzle (WD1200 only) Page 11 2. Using both hands, lower the nozzle body onto the insert and squeegee with the round opening of the nozzle closest to you. With fingers on the far side and thumbs holding the latches of the removable insert, flip the nozzle over so the latches are on the top and the round inlet opening is facing away from you. Make sure the squeegee stays on the insert pins.
WD1200/30 RIDGID MANUAL (12001 3/16/01 4:23 PM Page 12 Repair Parts 12 U.S. /10 CDN. Gallons Wet/Dry Vac Model Number WD12001 or WD12300 RIDGID parts are available on-line at www.ridgidparts.com Always order by Part Number - Not by Key Number 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.
WD1200/30 RIDGID MANUAL (12001 3/16/01 4:23 PM Page 13 Repair Parts Model Number WD12001 or WD12300 RIDGID parts are available on-line at www.ridgidparts.
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WD1200/30 RIDGID MANUAL (12001 3/16/01 4:23 PM Page 16 Lifetime Warranty On RIDGID Tools The RIDGID REPUTATION is the result of the consistent product quality and years of pride in workmanship. Rigorous checks and controls from raw materials to packaged products insure product confidence widely accepted as the mark of the professional trades. Therefore, RIDGID covers its products with a LIFETIME WARRANTY against defects in material or workmanship.