RIDGID RT1600 User Manual

Part No. SP7052 Printed in Mexico
Wet/Dry Vacs
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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• SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS...........2
• INTRODUCTION
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• ASSEMBLY
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• OPERATION
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• STORAGE
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• MAINTENANCE
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• REPAIR PARTS
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RIDGID RT1600 Specifications

General

Type	Wet/Dry Vacuum
Tank Capacity	16 gallons
Hose Length	7 feet
Motor	Induction Motor
Filter Type	Fine Dust

Summary

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

ASSEMBLY

Caster/Caster Foot Assembly

Instructions for assembling the casters and caster feet onto the dust drum.

Attaching/Removing Powerhead Assembly

Guide on how to attach and detach the powerhead assembly from the dust drum.

Inserting/Removing Locking Hose

Detailed steps for inserting and removing the professional locking hose.

Positioning Detachable Blower

Accessory Caddy Installation

Steps to install the accessory caddy onto the dust drum.

OPERATION

Vacuuming Dry Materials

Guidelines for effectively vacuuming dry materials using the filter.

Emptying the Drum

Blowing Feature

Using the Detachable Blower for "Blowing"

Vacuuming Liquids

Procedures for vacuuming liquids, including filter precautions.

MAINTENANCE

Detachable Blower Intake

Filter

Information on filter maintenance, removal, and installation for optimal performance.

Cleaning A Dry Filter

Cleaning A Wet Filter

REPAIR PARTS