Review on Ridgid 72947 VF4000RT Standard Filter by Pamela Begay

This item is an OEM product based on the packaging and the appearance of the item itself. Installation was a bit tight but I pushed and pulled that Rubber pad gently with my fingers (I don't recommend using a tool that might damage the pad), kept light pressure on the cylinder and only when I was close give up and reinsert. into a box. The gasket slipped off the edge and the filter was in place. Patience and care when installing the filter are therefore a must. On the other hand, the tight fit ensures a good seal between the filter and the underside of the vacuum cleaner top, so that's a good thing. Then just tighten the lock nut (you saved that when you removed the old filter, didn't you?) and you're done.