Ryobi Wet & Dry RVC-G Series Questions & Answers
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I have the Ryobi 20L Wet & Dry RVC-1220I-G vacuum cleaner. I want to wash the carpet and I'm not sure if there is a filter on or not
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My unit is blowing air from both the exhaust outlet and the top handle unit on one side. Suction is low. Filter clean but have discovered a broken seal around the top of the unit where it attaches to the bucket. Is this the cause?
What is the new price of this vacum
No idea sorry. Also depends what country you live in!!
Have a look on the bunnings website or google it. It would have taken more effort to ask the question on here.
The on/off rocker switch is not working. If i turn the unit upside down the rocker switch falls off - so it is not seated on the switch. I tried pushing hard but I am concerned i might break something if I continue with that. Is there a simple answer to this problem. The unit is less than 6 months old.
I would take the piece of junk back to Bunning for either a refund, replacement or a completely different machine. They are a rubbish machine and not very well designed espresso for a workshop vac
Does anyone know why my vacuum is blowing air and not sucking?
I have this problem also and I can't figure out how to access the foam filter in the outlet
What class vac is 20ltr wet dry?
No idea sorry Paddy
Can you get a kit for ryobi 20L wet and dry vacuum
Not sure what you mean, Bob
What do you mean by Kit??
I need to get some nozzles for when we are detailing cars.
I have one of these vacuums & I am using it to remove water from a flooded garage which it does well but the downside is the constant need to carry the canister outside (which only holds 13L & NOT 20L of water) to empty it. Is it possible to get a fitting that could attach to the drain plug on the bottom of the canister so I could then put a long hose on it to drain outside? Hopefully I could then vacuum water continuously with no need to empty the canister effectively using it as a vacuum water pump.
Great question.
size of bag required for this unit
How many decibels does this machine produce
Too many it's loud
Ours is about 12 months old and caught on fire, melting its innards. Why would that be?
Without knowing any of the circumstances it is impossible to say. However it will rely on air flowing through the motor to dissipate heat built up during operation and if that airflow is blocked I could see how that could cause the motor to burn out, especially if left for a prolonged period of time. Just think how your normal vacuum cleaner gets warm when in normal use. Mind you, I would have hoped Ryobi would include an overheat cutout for safety. Stupid question but I have to ask: I presume you weren't using it to suck up petrol or other flammable substance?
No, just sawdust. The bag was very full apparently.
What is the chain that hangs down dragging on the ground?
I believe that in certain applications this vacuum is permanently installed in a workshop/workstation and switched on remotely with plumbing etc and the chain is to prevent it walking away over time.
The On/Off Switch on top of Ryobi is not working? Feels soft when you press either side. What is the problem?
Awaiting answet
Second time to write this! The On/ Off Switch is Not Working on my Ryobi. What is the Problem. Await your advice.
Still waiting to hear a reply.
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Very demanding of a free service, with answers supplied by readers, not a company! I had to replace my power switch. Wasn't difficult, I paid $4.50 at Altronics & made it fit with little trouble. It's a cheap unit though, so people shouldn't expect to get the same qualities as a more expensive one. It performs remarkably well given the low price.
I have a Ryobi wet and dray cleaner. It has been excellent. However, at the moment it is blowing fine dust out the exhaust outlet and not picking up as well as it has been. I have cleaned the filter. Any clues?
how do you attach the bag
Hi Bob,If by Bag you mean the filter surrounding the motor housing, I had to unscrew the lid or covering plate on the base of the housing, the bag or filter could be worked off. Moving tin equal stages away from the frame. Because it has a slight tape at the top, it gets progressively easier. I washed and dried the filter and replaced after comparing both ends to ensure it was going back on in the correct way(fat end first). The tail end I ensured was clamped by the screw on base. Hope this helps ...cheers Bertie
a option also in these kinds of vacuums' is to line the bucket with a bin liner makes cleaning up easy.
How to use for wet use
Instructions are given in the user manual. Take out the filter and dust bag and use without those.
How do you attach the bag - the instructions are woeful?
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