Genuine Ridgid replacement part, this item is sold individually.
The purpose of the 72947 filter is to keep dust and debris from exiting the exhaust port on the vacuum.
This Filter should be cleaned on a regular basis.
Once you can see it is getting worn or is tearing it is time to replace it.
Filter 72947
OEM part for: Ridgid
Part Number: 72947
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Product Description ?
- Classification: Part
- Weight: 0.68 lbs.
- Shipping: Ships Worldwide
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Compatibility
This part will fit the following 40 machines
Ridgid
This item works with the following types of products:
- Vacuum Parts
This part replaces obsolete part #: VF-4000RT, VF4000
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Filter need to be replaced
Tool Type
Vacuum
Difficulty
Easy
Time
Less than 15 minutes
Tools Used
, hands
Parts Used
Filter dirty and worn
Tool Type
Vacuum
Difficulty
Easy
Time
Less than 15 minutes
Tools Used
, no tools needed
Parts Used
Vacuum needed a new filter
Tool Type
Vacuum
Difficulty
Easy
Time
Less than 15 minutes
Tools Used
, Hands
Parts Used
Remove the filter cage
Remove the old filter and in stall the new one
Replace the cage and top
Needed replacement filter on Shop Vac
Tool Type
Vacuum
Difficulty
Easy
Time
Less than 15 minutes
Tools Used
, No tools
Parts Used
Filter was completely plugged,
Tool Type
Vacuum
Difficulty
Easy
Time
Less than 15 minutes
Tools Used
, Hands
Parts Used
Installed new filter.
Spent filter
Tool Type
Vacuum
Difficulty
Easy
Time
Less than 15 minutes
Tools Used
, None
Parts Used
Bad filter.
Tool Type
Vacuum
Difficulty
Easy
Time
Less than 15 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver
Parts Used
Needed a new filter
There was no filter and the foam pad was disintegrated.
Tool Type
Vacuum
Difficulty
Easy
Time
Less than 15 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver
Parts Used
Clogged filter. Needed replacing.
Tool Type
Vacuum
Difficulty
Easy
Time
Less than 15 minutes
Tools Used
, just my hands
Parts Used
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