Ridgid KJ-3100 Owners Manual - Page 5

KJ-2200/KJ-3100 Water Jetting Machines it ON and OFF. Any tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired. • Store idle tools out of the reach of children and other untrained persons. Tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users. • Maintain tools with care. Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control. • Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the tool's operation. If damaged, have the tool serviced before using. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained tools. • Use only accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer for your model. Accessories that may be suitable for one tool, may become hazardous when used on another tool. Service • Tool service must be performed only by qualified repair personnel. Service or maintenance performed by unqualified personnel could result in a risk of injury. • When servicing a tool, use only identical replacement parts. Follow instructions in the Maintenance section of this manual. Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow Maintenance Instructions may create a risk of electrical shock or injury. Water Jetter Safety Warnings WARNING This section contains important safety information that is specific to this tool. Read these precautions carefully before using this Drain Cleaning Machine to reduce the risk of electrical shock or other serious personal injury. SAVE ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE! Keep this manual with the machine for use by the operator. • Never operate the jetter with the hose end outside of the drain. Hose can whip, causing striking injuries and spray can penetrate skin and cause serious injury. • High pressure water can inject under skin resulting in serious injury including amputation. Do not direct spray at people or animals. • Do not operate jetter above pressure rating or 140°F (inlet water temperature). This increases the risk of injury, including burns, and damage to the jetter. • One person must control both the jetting process and the foot valve. Always use the foot valve. If the jetter hose comes out of the drain, the operator must be able to shut the water flow off to reduce the risk of the jetter hose whipping, causing striking and high pressure injection injuries. • Always use appropriate personal protective equipment while handling and using drain cleaning equipment. Drain may contain chemicals, bacteria and other substances that may be toxic, infectious, cause burns or other issues. Appropriate personal protective equipment always includes safety glasses and gloves, and may also include equipment such as latex or rubber gloves, face shields, goggles, protective clothing, respirators, and steel toed footwear. • Practice good hygiene. Use hot soapy water to wash hands and other body parts exposed to drain contents after handling or using drain cleaning equipment. Do not eat or smoke while operating or handling drain cleaning equipment. This will help prevent contamination with toxic or infectious material. • Do not spray toxic or flammable liquids. This will reduce the risk of burns, fire, explosion or other injury. • Gasoline and its vapors are highly flammable and explosive. See engine manual for precautions to reduce the risk of burns, explosions and serious injury while handling and using gasoline. • Engines produce carbon monoxide, a colorless, odorless poison gas. Breathing carbon monoxide can cause nausea, fainting or death. Do not start and run engine in an enclosed area, even if doors and windows are open. Only operate outside. • Hot surfaces can cause burns and fire. Keep body parts and flammable material away from hot surfaces. • Read and understand this manual, the engine manual and the warnings and instructions for all equipment being used with this tool before operating. Failure to follow all warnings and instructions may result in property damage and/or serious injury. The EC Declaration of Conformity (890-011-320.10) will accompany this manual as a separate booklet when required. If you have any question concerning this RIDGID® product: - Contact your local RIDGID distributor. - Visit www.RIDGID.com or www.RIDGID.eu to find your local RIDGID contact point. 3