RIDGID WD4050 - Manual (Page 6)

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Float/Cage Replacement
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.
If the 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.
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.
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.
4. Place the float in the center of the lid,
covering the opening.
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.
Float
Slots (3)
Filter Cage
Power
Head
Drum
Latch
Pull Out
and Lift
Drum
Drum
Tabs (3)
Slots (3)
Filter Cage
Tabs (3)
Power
Head
Drum