Emerson RIDGID RT140 User manual
Wet/Dry Vacs
WET/DRY VAC PARTS
& ACCESSORIES
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OWNER’S MANUAL
MANUAL DEL USUARIO
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RT14000
14 U.S. GALLON / 53 Liter
CART WET/DRY VAC
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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• SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS...........2
• INTRODUCTION ..................4
• ASSEMBLY......................6
• OPERATION ....................12
• STORAGE......................16
• MAINTENANCE..................18
• REPAIR PARTS .................20
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Melrose, MA 02176
Phone 781-665-1400
Toll Free 1-800-517-8431
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Safety is a combination of using 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
operation such as loss of suction, debris/
liquid exiting exhaust, or abnormal
motor noises. Immediately stop using
Vac if you notice these signs.
• Do not leave Vac when plugged in.
Unplug from outlet when not in use and
before servicing.
• 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 anything that is burning
orsmoking,suchascigarettes,matches,
or hot ashes.
• To avoid the risk of self-ignition of drum
debris, empty drum after each use.
Combustible materials, such as rags or
sawdust containing stain or urethane,
can be a source of such overheating.
• 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.
• This Wet/Dry Vac is not intended for
use by persons (including children) with
reduced physical, sensory, or mental
capabilities, or lack of experience
and knowledge, unless they have
been given supervision or instruction
concerning use of the appliance by a
person responsible for their safety.
•Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close
attention is necessary when used by or
near children.
• Do not use with a torn filter or without
filter installed except when vacuuming
liquids as described in this manual.
Dry debris ingested by the impeller may
damage the motor or be exhausted 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.
• 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. 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.
Do not run Vac over cord. 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
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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 1,3 mm2(16 AWG).
• This Wet/Dry Vac is double-insulated,
eliminating the need for a separate
grounding system. Use only identical
replacementparts. Readtheinstructions
for Servicing Double-Insulated 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 back injury or falls,
do not lift a Vac that is heavy with liquid
or debris. Partially empty by scooping
debris or draining liquid.
• To reduce the risk of personal injury
or damage to Vac, use only RIDGID
recommended accessories.
• When using as a blower:
- Direct air discharge only at work area.
- Do not direct air at bystanders.
- Keep children away when blowing.
- Do not use blower for any job except
blowing dirt and debris.
- Do not use as a sprayer.
•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.
•To reduce the risk of being struck by, or
pulled down by, a rolling Vac, block the
casters when using on any uneven or
sloped surface.
Observe the following warnings that
appear on the motor housing of your Vac:
WARNING: To reduce the risk of
electric shock - do not expose to
rain - store indoors.
DOUBLE INSULATED
GROUNDING NOT REQUIRED.
WHEN SERVICING USE ONLY
IDENTICAL REPLACEMENT PARTS.
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CAUTION:
•To reduce the risk of hearing damage,
wear ear protectors when using for
extended hours 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.
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.
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This Cart Wet/Dry Vac is intended for
house-hold use. It may be used for
vacuuming wet or dry media and may be
used as a blower.
Getting to Know Your Wet/Dry Vac
Read this Owner’s Manual to familiarize
yourself with the product features and
to understand the specific usage of your
new Vac.
INTRODUCTION
Professional Locking Hose - Provides
transfer of vacuum or blowing capability to
work site. Provides the means of attaching
extension wands and nozzles. Locking
Hose 48mm (1-7/8”) x 2.4m (8’) - Fits
2-1/2” Accessories.
Extension Wands - These wands can
be connected together and provide
additional length.
Crevice Tool - Used to pick up debris in
hard to reach places.
Wet Nozzle - Used for wet pickup on
smooth surfaces to pick up liquid and dry
the surface in one stroke.
Utility Nozzle - General purpose nozzle
for most vacuuming applications.
Car Nozzle - Dry pickup nozzle for car
interiors and most upholstery cleaning.
Muffler/Diffuser - Inserted in the exhaust
port to quiet and diffuse the exhaust air
stream.
Familiarize yourself with the accessories included with the Vac. Each accessory may be
used in various ways for vacuuming and blowing debris. Here is a list of the accessories
and their uses.
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Powerhead
Assembly
Carry Handle /
Power Cord
Wrap
Cart Push
Handle
ON/OFF
Switch
Casters (2)
Drain
Hose
Storage
Clips (2)
Drum Latches (2)
Rear Caster
Feet/Storage (2)
Caster
Feet/
Storage (2)
Cart Wheels (2)
Blowing
Port
Handle
Holders (2)
Dust Drum
Inlet Port
Accessory
Caddy
Power Cord
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Unpacking
Carton Contents List
Key Description Qty
A Wet/Dry Vac ..................................1
B Professional Locking Hose ...........1
C Front Caster Feet w/Storage .........2
D Casters...........................................2
E Rear Axle Foot w/Storage (Right)..1
F Rear Axle Foot w/Storage (Left)....1
G Axle................................................1
H 8” (20cm) Wheels...........................2
I 1/2” (13mm) Cap Nuts...................2
J Wheel Caps ...................................2
K Cart Push Handle...........................1
L Carry Handle/Cord Wrap ...............1
M Hose Storage Clips........................2
N* Qwik Lock™ Filter..........................1
O Muffler/Diffuser...............................1
P Crevice Tool...................................1
Q Utility Nozzle ..................................1
R Wet Nozzle.....................................1
S Car Nozzle.....................................1
T Extension Wands...........................2
U Accessory Caddy...........................1
V Pan Head Screws #10 x 3/4” (19mm).8
W Owner’s Manual.............................1
* The Filter comes preassembled.
This Product Requires Assembly.
Check all parts from carton against the
Carton Contents Parts list.
If any parts are damaged or missing contact
1-800-4-RIDGID (US and Canada), or by
INTRODUCTION
Phillips Screwdriver
Tools Required
Mallet
16mm
5/8” (16mm)
Socket
Recommended:
Hammer
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ASSEMBLY
NOTE: Remove Powerhead Assembly
from Dust Drum prior to assembly of the
Caster Feet and Casters (See Attaching/
Removing Powerhead Assembly to Dust
Drum section, if needed).
1. Turn Dust Drum upside down on floor.
2. Place Caster Foot on floor, as shown.
Insert the Stem of a Caster into Socket
of Caster Foot.
3. Push on the Caster until the Caster
ball end snaps fully into the Socket and
the Caster swivel freely. Repeat for the
other Caster and Caster Foot.
4. Place Caster Foot with Caster over
post on bottom of Dust Drum and press
firmly in place, as shown.
5. Repeat for the other Caster/Caster
Foot Assembly.
Front Caster/Caster Foot
Assembly
Front
Caster
Foot
w/Storage
(2)
Casters (2)
Caster Ball
Caster Stem
1. While facing the rear of the Dust Drum,
place the Right Rear Axle Foot w/
Storage over the Left Post and press
firmly in place.
2. Repeat for the Left Rear Axle Foot w/
Storage on the Right Post. The Axle
slots in the Rear Axle Feet w/Storage
should be aligned
3. Use a #10 x 3/4” (19mm) Pan Head
Screw (supplied) to secure each Rear
Axle Foot w/Storage to the Drum.
Rear Feet, Axle and Wheel
Assembly
Right Rear
Axle Foot
w/Storage
Left Rear
Axle Foot
w/Storage
Pan Head
Screws
Axle
Slots
Rear
Posts
Caster Foot
Post Hole
Front Caster Foot
w/Storage (2)
Post
Dust
Drum
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ASSEMBLY
4. Locate the Axle and one Cap Nut.
Place the Cap Nut on one end of the
Axle and tap gently with hammer until
fully seated.
*Tip:Usea5/8”(16mm)Sockettosecurely
hold the Cap Nut while hammering the
Axle.
5/8"
Cap Nut
Axle
5/8" (16mm)
Socket (optional)
5. Slide a Wheel onto the Axle making
sure the smooth side of the Wheel
faces the Cap Nut.
6. Slide the open end of the Axle through
the Axle Slot in one of the Rear Axle
Feet w/Storage and continue until the
Axle open end extends through the
other Rear Axle Foot w/Storage Slot.
Axle Feet
w/Storage
Axle
Slot
Wheel
Cap Nut
DRUM NOT SHOWN
FOR CLARITY
7. Reposition the Dust Drum so the
already assembled Wheel is against
the floor.
8. Install the second Wheel onto the Axle
making sure the smooth side of the
Wheel faces upward.
9. Using a hammer, gently tap the
remaining Cap Nut onto the open end
of the Axle.
Cap Nut
5/8" (16mm)
Socket (optional)
Wheel
Axle Foot
w/Storage
Axle
DRUM NOT SHOWN
FOR CLARITY
5/8"
10. Turn the Dust Drum with Rear Axle
Feet w/Storage and Wheel Assembly
upright.
11. Using a mallet or hammer gently
tap the Wheel Caps into the Wheel
recesses.
12. Continue to the Wet/Dry Vac Assembly
section.
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Wheel
Cap
Wheel
Recess
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ASSEMBLY
Wet/Dry Vac Assembly:
2. Press in on the two Latches located
on either side of the Dust Drum until
they snap into place, securing the
Powerhead Assembly to the Dust Drum.
3. To remove the Powerhead Assembly,
pull out on the two Latches and lift
Powerhead Assembly from the Dust
Drum. Do not force the Latches to
rotate more than slightly outside Drum
flange.
Drum
Latches
(1 on each
side)
Dust
Drum
Powerhead
Assembly
Attaching/Removing
Powerhead Assembly to
Dust Drum
1. Place Powerhead Assembly on top of
Dust Drum with the Extended Lip of
the Lid aligned with the Inlet. Be sure
Powerhead Assembly is fully seated on
the Dust Drum.
Extended
Lip
Vac
Inlet
Dust
Drum
Powerhead
Assembly
Dust Drum
Locking
Tabs (2)
Accessory
Caddy
ASSEMBLED
Accessory Caddy Installation
1. Position the Accessory Caddy on the
back of the Dust Drum and align the
Locking Tabs.
2. Slide the Accessory Caddy Tabs into
the Dust Drum and push the Locking
Tabs in until you hear a click. Pull on
the Accessory Caddy to confirm it has
locked into place.
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Powerhead
Assembly
#10 x 3/4" (19mm)
Pan Head Screws
(2)
Extended
Flange
Carry Handle/Cord Wrap
Assembly
1. Locate the Carry Handle/Cord Wrap
and the two (2) #10 x 3/4” (19mm) Pan
Head Screws in loose parts bag.
2. Position the Carry Handle/Cord Wrap
on top of the Powerhead Assembly,
with the Carry Handle/Cord Wrap
Extended Flange to the rear of the
Powerhead Assembly, as shown.
3. Insert a #10 x 3/4” (19mm) Pan Head
Screw through the hole at each end
of the Carry Handle/Cord Wrap and
into the Powerhead Assembly. Tighten
securely.
Hose Storage Clips Assembly
1. Locate the two (2) Hose Storage Clips
and four (4) #10 x 3/4” (19mm) Pan
Head Screws in the loose parts.
2. Place a Clip into the recess next to one
of the Latches. The Curve of the Clip
should face outward.
3. Insert a #10 x 3/4” (19mm) Pan Head
Screw into each mounting hole and
tighten securely.
4. Repeat on the other side.
Hose
Clips
(1 on each
side)
#10 x 3/4" (19mm)
Pan Head Screws (2)
Powerhead
Assembly
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Cart Push Handle
Release
Buttons (2)
Handle
Holders (2)
Dust Drum
Cart Push Handle
Release
Buttons (2)
Handle
Holders (2)
Installing/Removing Cart Push
Handle
1. To Install Handle: Slide the Cart Push
Handle into the two Handle Holders
found on the rear of the Dust Drum.
2. Press down evenly on the Cart Push
Handle until both sides are fully seated
in the Handle Holders. The Release
Buttons should audibly snap into the
Locking Holes.
3. To Remove Handle: Grasp both
sides of the Handle just above the
Handle Holders. Press in firmly on the
two Release Buttons using the index
fingers while pulling up on the Cart
Push Handle. It may help to place a
foot on one of the rear feet to secure
the Vac.
Inserting/Removing the
Professional Locking Hose
1. To Insert Hose: Locate the end of the
Professional Locking Hoseand align it
with the Drum Inlet. Position the Hose
Release Button with the Ridges on the
Vac Inlet. Push the Hose end straight
into the Vac Inlet until the Hose Release
Button fully engages the Inlet Ridges.
Drum
Inlet
Ridges
INSERT
HOSE
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Professional Locking
Hose
Hose Release
Button
REMOVE:
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