Ridgid K-375R Owners Manual - Page 10

Kollmann K-375R 1/2″ Cage Machine WARNING Do not allow tension to build up in the cable. This will happen if the cutting tool hits a snag and stops turning, but the motor and its drum continue to rotate. Torque builds until the cable suddenly twists, potentially wrapping around your hand or arm. This can happen quickly and without warning, so proceed slowly and carefully as you feed the cable into the drain. If tool gets hung up in an obstruction, refer to Reverse Operating Instructions in the "Special Procedures" section. 6. Once obstruction is cleared, it is recommended that operator flush debris from line with running water. Repeat Step 5 several times if necessary for thorough cleaning job and then work cable through additional stoppages as required. 7. To retrieve cable from drain line, release foot actuator and allow machine to come to a complete stop. Pull one to two feet of cable from sewer and manually push back into the machine. This procedure should be continued until it is apparent that tool is just inside sewer inlet. WARNING Never retract tool from sewer inlet while cable is rotating. Tool can whip causing serious injury. NOTE! It is recommended that a continuous flush of water be used to clean the cable and tool as they are retrieved. 8. Turn FOR/OFF/REV switch to OFF position and remove cord from power source. 9. Pull remaining cable and tool from sewer and hand feed cable back into machine. Special Procedures Reverse Operating Instructions Use REVERSE only to free a tool caught in an obstruction. If this should occur, immediately remove foot from foot switch and allow machine to come to a full and complete stop. Tighten screw on nose of machine so that it firmly captures cable to avoid kinks occurring inside the drum. Place FOR/OFF/REV switch to REV (Reverse) position. Grasp cable with gloved hands and pull while tapping foot switch. When tool is dislodged, place FOR/OFF/REV switch to FOR (Forward) position, loosen set screw on nose of machine and follow normal operating procedures. WARNING Never operate this machine in REV (reverse) for any other purpose. Operating in reserve can damage a cable and cause serious injury. Drum Removal WARNING FOR/OFF/REV switch should be OFF and machine unplugged before removing or installing drum. 1. Disengage the V-belt drive from the drum (Figures 9 and 10). Figure 9 - Push down on Figure 10 - With belt tension motor to release spring ten- released, slip belt off drum sion on belt 2. Rotate the drum so that the release pin is in the 12 o'clock position and is easily accessible (Figure 11). Figure 11 - Rotate drum so release pin is easily accessible. Figure 12 - Lift release pin UPWARD to release drum lock mechanism. 8 Ridge Tool Company