Operation Using Machine-Mounted Tools - RIDGID 535-A Manual De Instrucciones

and work area is required. The following procedures
should be followed to set-up the machine:
1. Locate a work area that has the following:
• Adequate lighting.
• No flammable liquids, vapors or dust that may ignite.
• Grounded 20 AMP electrical outlet.
• Clear path to the electrical outlet that does not
contain any sources of heat or oil, sharp edges or
moving parts that may damage electrical cord.
• Dry place for machine and operator. Do not use
the machine while standing in water.
• Level ground.
2. Clean up the work area prior to setting up any equip-
ment. Always wipe up any oil that may have splashed
or dripped from the machine to prevent slips and falls.
3. If the workpiece extends more than four (4) feet beyond
the Threading Machine, use one or more pipe stands
to prevent tipping and the oscillation of the pipe.
4. If the workpiece extends beyond the Threading
Machine, set-up guards or barricades to create a min-
imum of three (3) feet of clearance around the Thread -
ing Machine and workpiece. This "safety zone" pre-
vents others from accidentally contacting the machine
or workpiece and either causing the equipment to tip or
becoming entangled in the rotating parts.
5. If necessary, fill the reservoir with RIDGID Thread
Cutting Oil.
6. Make sure FOR/OFF/REV switch is in the OFF position.
7. Position the foot switch so that the operator can
safely control the machine, tools and workpiece. It
should allow the operator to do the following:
• Stand facing the control switch.
• Use the foot switch with his left foot.
• Have convenient access to the control switch and
tools without reaching across the machine.
Machine is designed for one person operation.
8. Plug the Threading Machine into the 20 AMP elec-
trical outlet making sure to position the power cord
along the clear path selected earlier. If the power
cord does not reach the outlet, use an extension
cord in good condition.
WARNING
To avoid electrical shock and electrical fires, never use
an extension cord that is damaged or does not meet the
following requirements:
535 Automatic Pipe and Bolt Threading Machine
• The cord has a three-prong plug similar to shown
in Electrical Safety section.
• The cord is rated as "W" or "W-A" if being used
outdoors.
• The cord has sufficient wire thickness (14 AWG
below 25'/12 AWG 25' - 50'). If the wire thickness is
too small, the cord may overheat, melting the cord's
insulation or causing nearby objects to ignite.
WARNING
all electrical connections dry and off the ground. Do
not touch plug with wet hands.
9. Check the Threading Machine to insure it is operating
properly.
• Flip the control switch to FOR. Press and release
the foot switch. Check that the Threading Machine
rotates in a counterclockwise direction as you are
facing the front chuck and that the jaws close down
toward center. Have the Threading Machine ser-
viced if it rotates in the wrong direction or if the
foot switch does not control its stopping or starting.
• Depress and hold the foot switch. Inspect the
moving parts for misalignment, binding, odd nois-
es or any other unusual conditions that may affect
the safe and normal operation of the machine. If
such conditions are present, have the threading
machine serviced.
• Flip the control switch to REV (Reverse). Press and
release the foot switch. Check that the Threading
Machine rotates in a clockwise direction as you are
facing the chuck and that the jaws open.
• Release the foot switch and flip the control switch
to OFF.
Operation Using
Machine-Mounted Tools
Do not wear gloves or loose clothing when oper-
ating Threading Machine. Keep sleeves and jack-
ets buttoned. Do not reach across the machine or
pipe or inside chuck openings.
Do not use this Threading Machine if the foot switch
is broken or missing. Always wear eye protection to
protect eyes from dirt and other foreign objects.
Keep hands away from rotating pipe and fittings.
Stop the machine before wiping pipe threads or
To reduce risk of electrical shock, keep
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