RYOBI RY40WD01 40V 10 Gallon Cordless Wet and Dry Vacuum Cleaner Owner’s Manual

: June 4, 2024
: RYOBI

Table of Contents

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SYMBOLS
ASSEMBLY
OPERATION
MAINTENANCE
ACCESSORIES
References
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OPERATOR’S MANUAL

40 VOLT WET/DRY VAC
RY40WD01

INCLUDES: Wet/Dry Vac, Wet Use Filter, Flexible Hose, Crevice Tool, Floor Nozzle, Extension Wands (2), Storage Clips (2), Dry Use Filter, Screws (6), Casters (4), Operator’s Manual

**WARNING:** To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the operator’s manual before using this product.

SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following:

**WARNING!**
READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONSFailure to follow all instructions listed below, may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of electric shock DO NOT expose to rain. Store indoors.

Use appliance only as described in this manual.
Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with any opening blocked; keep free of dust, lint, hair, and anything that may reduce airflow.
Do not use without a dust bag and/or filters in place.
Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Contain long hair. Keep your hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of the body and clothing, away from openings
and moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry, or long hair can be caught in internal moving parts.
Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Proper footing and balance enable better control of the product in unexpected situations. Do not use a ladder or unstable support.
- - Use safety equipment. A dust mask must be used for appropriate conditions.
Do not allow children to operate the product or play with the product as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used by or near children.
Use this product ONLY for its intended use as described in this manual. Use only the attachments recommended in this manual.
If the product is not working properly, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, return to your nearest service center.
Do not handle charger plug or product with wet hands.
Do not put any objects in ventilation openings. Do not use with any opening blocked. Keep openings free of dust, lint, hair, and anything that may reduce airflow.
NEVER vacuum materials that are burning or smoking, such as hot coals, cigarette butts, matches, burning or smoking ashes, etc.
DO NOT use to pick up flammable or combustible liquids, such as gasoline, or use in areas where they may be present.
Do not use for dry vacuuming without dry use filter in place.
Do not use for wet vacuuming without a wet use filter in place.
Use extra care when using stairs.
Do not incinerate this appliance even if it is severely damaged. The batteries can explode in a fire.
The product does not have to be plugged into an electrical outlet, therefore it is always in operating condition. Be aware of possible hazards when using the product or when changing accessories.
Remove the battery when the vacuum is not in use and before servicing.
Use this product only with batteries and chargers listed in tool/appliance/battery pack/charger correlation supplement 988000-842.
Recharge only with the charger specified by the manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type of battery pack may create a risk of fire when used with another battery pack.
Use appliances only with specifically designated battery packs. The use of any other battery packs may create a risk of injury and fire.
When the battery pack is not in use, keep it away from other metal objects like paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws, or other small metal objects that can make a connection from one terminal to another. Shorting the battery terminals together may cause sparks, burns, or a fire.
Always remove the battery pack from your appliance when you are assembling parts, making adjustments, cleaning, or when not in use. Removing the battery pack will prevent accidental starting that could cause serious personal injury.
Do not use a battery pack or appliance that is damaged or modified. Damaged or modified batteries may exhibit unpredictable behavior resulting in fire, explosion or risk of injury.
Do not modify or attempt to repair the appliance or battery pack if it has been damaged.
To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, never use or expose the battery pack or any cordless product in the presence of an open flame or temperature above 265°F. An exploded battery can propel debris and chemicals. If exposed, flush with water immediately.
Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off-position before connecting to a power source and/or battery pack, picking up, or carrying the product. Carrying battery products with your finger on the switch or energizing battery products that have the switch on invites accidents.
Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from the battery; avoid contact. If contact accidentally occurs, flush with water. If liquid contacts the eyes, additionally seek medical help. Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns.
Do not charge battery appliances in a damp or wet location. Do not use, store, or charge battery packs or products in locations where the temperature is less than 50°F or more than 100°F. Do not store outside or in vehicles.
Protect your lungs. Wear a face or dust mask if the operation is dusty. Following this rule will reduce the risk of serious personal injury.
Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, and any other condition that may affect the product’s operation. If damaged, have the product serviced before using. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained products.
Use only accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer for your model. Accessories that may be suitable for one product may create a risk of injury when used on another product.
Do not let gasoline, oils, petroleum-based products, etc., come in contact with plastic parts. They contain chemicals that can damage, weaken, or destroy plastic.
Have servicing performed by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the product is maintained.
The appliance is intended for household use only.
This product contains no serviceable parts.
Save these instructions. Refer to them frequently and use them to instruct others who may use this product. If you loan someone this product, loan them these instructions also.

SYMBOLS

The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product.

SYMBOL	SIGNAL	MEANING
****	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, that, if not avoided, may result in minor or
moderate injury.
| NOTICE:| (Without Safety Alert Symbol) Indicates information considered important, but
not related to a potential injury (e.g. messages relating to property damage).

Some of the following symbols may be used on this product. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the product better and safer.

SYMBOL	NAME	DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION
****	Safety Alert	Indicates a potential personal injury hazard.
****	Read Operator’s
Manual	To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the

operator’s manual before using this product.
| Eye Protection| Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1.
| Wet Conditions
Alert| Risk of fire and burns. Do not expose the battery, battery compartment, or electronic components to rain, water, or liquids. Close cover during use.
| Long Hair| Risk of long hair being drawn into the air inlet.
| Motorhead| Do not run the unit while the motor head is unsecured.
| Recycle Symbol| This product uses lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries. Local, state or federal laws may prohibit the disposal of batteries in ordinary trash. Consult your local waste authority for information regarding available recycling and/or disposal options.
V| Volts| Voltage
min| Minutes| Time
| Direct Current| Type or a characteristic of current
| No Load Speed| Rotational speed, at no load
…./min| Per Minute| Revolutions, strokes, surface speed, orbits etc., per minute

ASSEMBLY

UNPACKING
This product requires assembly.

Carefully remove the appliance and any accessories from the box. All items listed in the Includes section must be included at the time of purchase.

**WARNING:**
Items in this Assembly section are not assembled to the product by the manufacturer and require custom installation. Use of a product that may have been improperly assembled could result in serious personal injury.

If any parts are damaged or missing, please call 1-800-525-2579 for assistance.

**WARNING:**
If any parts are damaged or missing do not operate this product until the parts are replaced. Use of this product with damaged or missing parts could result in serious personal injury.

WARNING:
Do not attempt to modify this product or create accessories or attachments not recommended for use with this product. Any such alteration or modification is misuse and could result in a hazardous condition leading to possible serious personal injury.

WET/DRY VAC ASSEMBLY
See Figure 1 – 8, pages 9 – 10.
The wet use filter, accessories, casters, and hose are packed inside the canister and must be installed before using the wet/dry vac.

Place the vacuum on a flat surface in the upright position.
Depress the locking latches on the side of the canister.
Remove the motor head assembly.
NOTE: The dry use filter is preinstalled on the motor head.
Remove the wet use filter, flexible hose, floor nozzle, casters, extension wands, storage clips, and screws from the canister.
Place the storage clips on the motor head.
Align the holes in the storage clips with the holes in the motor head. Install screws and tighten securely.
Carefully turn the canister upside down.
Slide casters into the grooves on the bottom of the canister and press down into place.
Install screws threw the holes in the casters. Tighten securely.
Make sure the casters are secure and then return the canister to the upright position.
Align the raised tab on the vacuum port to the slot on the flexible hose; slide together and tighten securely by twisting until the hose is in the locked position. Check tightness after initial use and retighten if needed.

NOTICE:
When correctly assembled, the hose is difficult to separate. If it can easily be twisted apart, the hose is not locked. Continue twisting together until the hose snaps into the locked position. If the hose is not in a locked position, it can separate during operation.

Connect extension wands and/or accessories as needed. Refer to Installing/Removing Attachments later in the manual.
To remove the hose, rotate the hose counterclockwise and remove it from the vacuum port. To assemble the appliance for dry vacuuming:
Ensure the dry use filter is flush against the power head and turn the filter cover clockwise to make sure it is tightened securely. NOTE: The dry use filter is preinstalled on the motor head.
Place the motor head assembly inside the canister and push it down into place. To assemble the appliance for wet vacuuming:
Remove the motor head assembly from the canister.
Turn the motor head assembly upside down with the dry use filter facing up.
Rotate the filter cover counterclockwise to loosen.
Remove the filter cover and dry use filter from the motor head.
Slide the wet use filter onto the motor head and pull it down until it completely covers the filter cage.
Place the motor head assembly inside the canister and push it down into place.
NOTE: To reassemble the appliance for dry vacuuming, remove the motor head and turn it upside down. Remove the wet use filter from the filter cage. Slide the dry use filter over the filter cage and secure in place using the filter cover. Place the motor head assembly inside the canister and push it down into place.

OPERATION

**WARNING:
Do not allow familiarity with this product to make you careless. Remember that a careless fraction of a second is sufficient to inflict serious injury.
WARNING:
Always remove the battery pack from the appliance when you are assembling parts, making adjustments, cleaning, or when not in use. Removing the battery pack will prevent accidental starting that could cause serious personal injury.
WARNING:
Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1. Failure to do so could result in objects being thrown into your eyes and other possible serious injuries.
WARNING:**
Do not use any attachments or accessories not recommended by the manufacturer of this product. The use of attachments or accessories not recommended can result in serious personal injury.

APPLICATIONS
You may use this product for the following purpose:

Light-duty vacuuming of wet or dry surfaces
Blowing hard surfaces such as driveways and walkways

INSTALLING/REMOVING BATTERY PACK
See Figure 9, page 11.

Place the switch in the OFF (O) position.
Raise the battery cover.
Insert the battery pack into the product as shown.
Make sure the latch on top of the battery pack snaps into place and that the battery pack is secured in the product before beginning operation.
Depress the latch to remove the battery pack.
Lower the battery cover and make sure it is securely closed.

For complete charging instructions, see the operator’s manuals for your battery pack and charger.

STARTING/STOPPING THE WET/DRY VAC
See Figure 10, page 11.
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of fire or explosion, do not leave the product running while unattended. Immediately stop the unit if it shows signs of abnormal operation such as loss of suction, liquid or debris in the exhaust, or any abnormal motor noises.

To start the wet/dry vac: place the switch in the HIGH (II) or LOW (I) position.
To stop the wet/dry vac: place the switch in the OFF (O) position.

INSTALLING/REMOVING ATTACHMENTS
See Figure 11, page 11.
Vacuuming can be performed with only the flexible hose or the hose with vacuum attachments.

Place the switch in the OFF (O) position.
Connect a flexible hose to the vacuum port as described earlier.
Attach the tapered end of the flexible hose to an extension wand. Connect a second extension wand or additional accessories as needed.
To remove, twist the attachment or extension wand and pull from the hose.

DRY VACUUMING
See Figure 12, page 11.
Assemble the appliance for dry vacuuming as described earlier in the manual.
Vacuum only items small enough to fit through the hose or the attachment. When vacuuming, make sure that the dry use filter stays in place. The performance of the wet/dry vac will decrease with a full canister. When emptying the canister, check to see if the dry use filter needs replacing.

**CAUTION:**
In low relative humidity conditions, vacuuming fine debris with the wet/dry vac can cause a static charge resulting in static shock. To reduce static shock while using, add moisture to the air with a humidifier.

WET-VACUUMING
See Figure 13, page 11.
Assemble the appliance for wet vacuuming as described earlier in the manual.
When wet vacuuming, be aware that your wet/dry vac is equipped with a safety plug inside the filter unit housing. This safety plug is designed to shut the suction off when the canister reaches full wet capacity. When the canister is full, turn the wet/dry vac OFF and empty the canister as shown in Maintenance.

**WARNING:**
When vacuuming liquid, make sure the vacuum does not get submerged or doused in liquid, which could cause shock, vacuum failure, or personal injury.

BLOWING
See Figures 14 – 15, page 11.
To assemble the appliance for blowing:

Remove the battery pack.
Remove the flexible hose from the vacuum port and install it into the blower port on the motor housing.
Connect extension wands and/or accessories as needed.
When blowing, keep from scattering debris by blowing around the outer edges of a debris pile. Never blow directly into the center of a pile. Watch out for children, pets, open windows, or freshly washed cars, and blow debris safely away.

MAINTENANCE

WARNING:
When servicing, use only identical replacement parts. The use of any other part could create a hazard or cause product damage.
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of commercial solvents and can be damaged by their use. Use clean cloths to remove dirt, dust, oil, grease, etc.
WARNING:
Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-based products, penetrating oils, etc., come in contact with plastic parts. Chemicals can damage, weaken or destroy plastic which could result in serious personal injury.

REMOVING WASTE FROM THE CANISTER
See Figure 16, page 11.
The canister should be checked, emptied, and cleaned after each use to obtain maximum efficiency.
Dry waste:

Remove the battery pack.
Depress the locking latches and remove the motor head assembly.
Remove the filter cover and dry use filter.
Inspect the filter, lightly shake any dust or dirt from the filter, or replace as necessary.
Empty the canister; wash out if necessary.
Replace dry use filter and filter cover.
Before replacing the motor head assembly, make sure all pieces are completely dry.
Place the motor head assembly inside the canister and push it down into place.

Liquid waste:

Remove the battery pack.
Depress the locking latches and remove the motor head assembly.
Remove and clean the wet use filter. Allow the filter to completely dry before reattaching.
NOTE: Replace the filter if it is worn or damaged.
Remove the drain plug.
Empty the canister; wash out if necessary. Before replacing the motor head assembly, make sure all pieces are completely dry.
Place the motor head assembly inside the canister and push it down into place.
Replace the drain plug.

**CAUTION:
Do not allow liquid pick-up to remain in the canister for extended periods of time. Moisture can develop in the motor compartment and shorten the life of the motor.
CAUTION:**
Do not turn the unit upside down, as the liquid may enter the motor unit.

**WARNING:**
Never use a hose, water, or any liquids to clean or rinse off the motor head assembly, battery compartment or battery. Corrosive liquids, water and chemicals can enter the motor head assembly and/or battery compartment and damage electronic components and/or the battery packs, which can result in a short circuit, increased risk of fire, and serious personal injury.

STORAGE
See Figure 17, page 11.

Clean all foreign material from the wet/dry vac.
Clean the outside of the canister with warm water and mild soap.
Empty and clean the canister, flexible hose, extension wands, and attachments with warm water and mild soap and allow to completely dry before storage.
Store flexible hose and attachments inside the canister or in the storage areas located on the motor head and canister.
The canister should be disinfected as needed and before prolonged storage.
Store indoors in a place that is inaccessible to children.
Keep away from corrosive agents such as garden chemicals and de-icing salts.

ACCESSORIES

Look for these accessories where you purchased this product or call 1-800-525-2579:

Dry Use Filter …………………………………………………………………………019166001025
Wet Use Filter ………………………………………………………………………….019166001055

NOTE: ILLUSTRATIONS START ON PAGE 9 AFTER THE FRENCH AND SPANISH LANGUAGE SECTIONS.

To request service, purchase replacement parts,
locate an Authorized Service Center or obtain Customer or Technical Support:
Visit www.ryobitools.com or call 1-800-525-2579
If any parts or accessories are damaged or missing, do not return this product to the store.
Call 1-800-525-2579 for immediate service.
Please obtain your model and serial number from the product data plate.
This product is covered under a 3-year limited Warranty. Proof of purchase is required.
MODEL NUMBER ___ SERIAL NUMBER ____
Model number on a product may have additional letters at the end. These letters designate
manufacturing information and should be provided when calling for service.
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