Ridgid RP 330-C Owners Manual - Page 6

RP 330 Pressing Tool Specific Safety Information WARNING This section contains important safety information that is specific to this tool. Read these precautions carefully before using the RP 330 Pressing Tool to reduce the risk of electrical shock or serious personal injury. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS! A compartment in the RP 330 carrying case is included to keep this manual with the machine for use by the operator. Contact the Ridge Tool Company, Technical Service Department at (800) 519-3456 or [email protected] if you have any questions. Pressing Tool Safety • Use the RP 330 Pressing Tool only with RIDGID Standard pressing attachments (jaw set, press ring, actuator, etc.). Other uses or modifying the RP 330 Pressing Tool for other applications may damage the pressing tool, damage the attachments and/or cause personal injury. • Keep your fingers and hands away from jaws during press cycle. Your fingers or hands can be crushed, fractured or amputated if they become caught between the jaws or between these components and any other object. • Never attempt to repair a damaged jaw set, press ring, actuator or other attachment. An attachment that has been welded, ground, drilled or modified in any manner can shatter during pressing resulting in serious injury. Discard the entire damaged jaw set. Replace with a new jaw set. Never replace individual components except for damaged jaw return springs. Please call Ridge Tool Company, Technical Services for availability. • Read and understand this operator's manual, the jaw set instructions, the fitting manufacturer's installation instructions and the instructions for any other equipment used with this tool before operating the RP 330. Failure to follow all instructions may result in property damage and/or serious personal injury. Battery and Charger Safety (for RP 330-B only) WARNING Read the battery charger manual before using the charger or batteries. Failure to read, understand and follow the contents of the charger manual may result in extensive property damage, severe personal injury, or death. • Charge batteries only in the appropriate battery charger as specified in the charger manual. Other types of batteries or non-rechargeable batteries may burst resulting in personal injury and damage. • Do not probe battery with conductive objects. Shorting of battery terminals may cause sparks, burns or electrical shock. • Do not insert battery with cracked case into tool or charger. Do not operate battery if it has been dropped or damaged in any way. Damaged battery increases the risk of electrical shock. • Do not burn batteries for any reason. Batteries explode in fire. • Charge batteries in temperatures above +41°F (+5°C) and below +113°F (45°C). Store tool and battery pack in locations where temperatures will not exceed +104°F (40°C). Proper care will prevent serious damage to batteries. Improper care of batteries may result in battery leakage, electrical shock or burns. • Do not allow anything to cover the charger while in use. May result in fire. • Unplug the charger when not in use. Reduces risk of injury to children and untrained persons. • Do not charge battery in damp or wet environment. Do not expose to rain or snow. Increases the risk of electrical shock. • Do not open the charger. Have repairs done only by authorized experts. Description, Specifications and Standard Equipment Description The RP 330 Pressing Tool, when used with appropriate jaw sets, is designed to mechanically press fittings onto tubing to create a water-tight and permanent seal. When the switch on the RP 330 is depressed, an internal electric motor powers a hydraulic pump which forces fluid into the cylinder of the tool, forcing the ram forward and applying thousands of pounds of pressing force onto specially designed fittings. Attachments are also available for other uses. The entire cycle duration is approximately five (5) seconds. Once the cycle begins to deform a fitting, it will automatically continue until completion, even if the trigger switch is released. The LED displays on the back of the tool indi- 4 Ridge Tool Company