535 Automatic Pipe and Bolt Threading Machine
Grease Fittings
Figure 19 – Lubricating Machine
Cleaning Oil System
1. Place container under drain valve.
2. Open valve and drain oil.
3. Slide out chip tray and clean reservoir with mineral
spirits.
4. Use a putty knife to remove pipe scale, metal shav-
ings and dirt. Clean with mineral spirits.
5. Remove oil filter and clean screen in solvent and
blow out with compressed air if available.
Jaw Replacement
NOTE! When teeth on jaw become worn and fail to hold
pipe or rod during operation, replace entire set of
jaws. Clean teeth of jaws daily with wire brush.
1. Remove front cover.
2. Remove front support plate.
3. Remove jaws from shafts.
4. Replace with new jaws or flip over to unused side.
NOTE! Ensure key is in shaft when placing jaw onto
shaft.
5. Secure front support plate with e-clips.
6. Secure front cover with cap screws.
NOTE! Rear jaws do not have any teeth as they are for
centering purposes only. No need to replace
these jaws.
Drive Belt Inspection
The drive belt should be periodically inspected for prop-
er tension.
1
/
" deflection of belt under moderate press (4
8
lbs.) is adequate tension. If belt shows sign of wear, it
should be replaced.
Lubricate Gear
Ridge Tool Company
Machine Storage
WARNING
Motor-driven equipment must be kept
indoors or well covered in rainy weather. Store the
machine in a locked area that is out of reach of children
and people unfamiliar with threading machines. This
machine can cause serious injury in the hands of
untrained users.
Service and Repair
WARNING
Service and repair work on this Threading Machine
must be performed by qualified repair personnel.
Machine should be taken to a RIDGID Independent
Authorized Service Center or returned to the factory. All
repairs made by Ridge service facilities are warranted
against defects in material and workmanship.
When servicing this machine, only identical replace-
ment parts should be used. Failure to follow these
instructions may create a risk of electrical shock or
other serious injury.
If you have any questions regarding the service or repair
of this machine, call or write to:
Ridge Tool Company
Technical Service Department
400 Clark Street
Elyria, Ohio 44035-6001
Tel: (800) 519-3456
For name and address of your nearest Independent
Authorized Service Center, contact the Ridge Tool
Company at (800) 519-3456 or http://www.ridgid.com
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