RIDGID WD4550 - Manual (Page 7)

NOTE: If filter cage or float ever have to
be replaced, follow the instructions below
for proper assembly:
1. Grasp the drum latches on both the right
and left side of the power head. Slowly
pull the drum latches away from the
drum. Lift the power head off the drum.
Place the lid assembly of the vac upside
down on a clean, dry surface.
2. Remove the filter nut and the filter.
3. Use a flat blade screwdriver and insert
the blade near one of the tabs between
the filter cage and the center ring of the
lid. Pry the tab out of the slot. Tilt the
cage and lift away from the lid.
4. Place the float over the opening in the
center of the lid with the words “This
side toward lid” laying face down over
the hole.
5. Line up filter cage tabs with the slots in
the center ring of the lid assembly. Push
on the filter cage until the tabs snap into
the slots for a secure fit.
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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.
WARNING: To avoid personal injury
or damage to vac be sure to keep
hands, fingers, or any other foreign
objects out of the center opening
when assembling the float .
Float/Cage Replacement
Filter
Cage
Slots (3)
Tabs (3)
Filter
Cage
Float
Labeled
End
Tabs (3)
Slots (3)
THIS SIDE
TOWARD LID
Drum Latches
(2)
Flexible
Locking
Tab
Pull
Out
And
Lift Up
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