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9 Gallon Wet/Dry Vac

WD0970

9 Gallon Wet/Dry Vac

WD0970

The RIDGID® 9 Gallon High Performance Wet/Dry Vac is designed for those who want a traditionally styled, compact vac that delivers the powerful performance and rugged durability required for job site clean-up. This vacuum’s 9 gallon drum size results in a more compact design that requires less storage space on a service truck or in a work shop or garage. And its top carry handle makes transporting easier than ever. It features the Patented Qwik Lock™ Filter Fastening System that makes installing or removing your filter quick, easy & secure.

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Features

  • 4.25 Peak HP Motor delivers the required power for efficient clean-up of medium sized messes
  • 9 Gallon Drum provides the capacity to clean-up spills and messes at the job-site or in the work shop
  • Accepts Dust Bags to further reduce mess and cleanup time. Dust Bag Model number VF3503
  • 4 Swivel Casters provide easy 360 degree mobility
  • On-Board Accessory Storage for up to 4 items. No more searching and fumbling to find accessories
  • Lower Center of Gravity helps prevent tipping. Compact Design stores more easily
  • 1-Layer Standard pleated paper filter captures common everyday dirt
  • 7’ Tug-A-Long® Locking Hose won‘t pull loose during use
  • Top Carry Handle makes transporting the vac to and from jobs easy

Specifications

Drum Size 9 Gallons (US)
Peak HP 4.25
Air Watts 175
Voltage 120
CFM 70
Amps 8.2
Cord Length 10’
U.L. Listed Yes
Replacement Filters VF4000, VF5000, VF6000, VF 3503, VF7000
Accessory Size 1 7/8"
Net Weight 14.1 lbs.

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Ordering Information
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Catalog Number Model No. Description Air Watts  (G/h) Weight
lb. kg
41588 WD0970  9 Gallon Wet/Dry Vac  175  16.70  7.60 
  • 72947 - Everyday Dirt 1-Layer Pleated Paper Filter (VF4000)
  • 31728 - 1 7/8" Extension Wand (VT1708)
  • 31733 - 1 7/8" Utility Nozzle (VT1709)
  • 31738 - 1 7/8" Wet Nozzle (VT1710)
  • 31713 - 1 7/8" x 7' Wet/Dry Vac Hose Kit (VT1720)
9 Gallon Wet/Dry Vac is rated 4.4 out of 5 by 319.
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Rated 2 out of 5 by from Kinda cheep! Cheep hose and the accessories are cheep rigid plastic. The caster are push in and will work loose over time. Good suction.
Date published: 2017-08-16
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Great vacuum I've only used this vacuum a handful of times but it's pretty powerful! I hope it lasts as long as other shop vacs I've had. Only downside is the filters are about $22 each.. great vacuum. Recommend
Date published: 2017-08-12
Rated 5 out of 5 by from The car detail kit is an excellent add on. Product met all my expectations. Easy to use . I have enjoyed using it. It works extremely well. All the attachments make it easy to use. Instructions and care are simple.
Date published: 2017-08-10
Rated 5 out of 5 by from This product is very good Very strong easy move around love it , price is right ,thinking buy one more because I am Auto detail
Date published: 2017-08-10
Rated 4 out of 5 by from This vac was worth the money spent. The shop vac has good suction. The suction head picked up my floor mats in my pickup truck. I like the way it cleans the carpet and the mats. I have used it to clean the garage floor. I like this tool.
Date published: 2017-08-10
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Easy to operate Good value for quality a product. great suction, durable and easy to operate.
Date published: 2017-08-04
Rated 2 out of 5 by from Disappointing I chose this product, from among several other brands and styles available when I shopped for a wet vac, based on the Rigid name and the reputation for quality. I was very disappointed when I finally got it home and started using it. The top is loosely attached to the drum and vibrates when carried by the handle. The hose is entirely too stiff and is therefore difficult to use and maneuver. The two pieces of wand attach very loosely and are awkward to use, wiggling during use. The dry floor nozzle was less than efficient at picking up anything larger than dust. Unless the one I purchased was a fluke among all Rigid wet vacs, there have got to be other brands' wet vacs that are better.
Date published: 2017-07-31
Rated 1 out of 5 by from This product has much less vacuuming abilites than its predesscors Not worth the money I will keep my old unit and get a new filter somewhere and make it work and return the one just purchased.
Date published: 2017-07-30
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how loud is this vacume

Asked by: DeeDee
Moderately loud
Answered by: DrRoger
Date published: 2016-08-20

drianage plug size ?

what is recommended to attach a hose or pipe for drainage with my Rigid 9 gal wet/dry vac ? Or what size adaptor ?
Asked by: Bran
the hose size is 1 7/8" diameter exactly
Answered by: DIYmikey
Date published: 2016-09-11

Where can I get an adapter that fits the 1 7/8" hose? I want to attach the unit to an outlet port from a tool.

Ridgid does not sell an adapter for 1 7/8" hose. Their alternative is to buy another hose that is 2".
Asked by: DismalDave
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