Service And Repair; Optional Equipment; Disposal - RIDGID 918 Manual

918 Roll Groover
Troubleshooting (cont.)
PROBLEM
Pipe raises or tends to
tip Groover over back-
wards.
Pump not delivering oil,
cylinder does not
advance.
Pump handle operates
with "spongy" action.
Cylinder extends only
partially.

Service And Repair

WARNING
Improper service or repair can make the machine
unsafe to operate.
The "Maintenance Instructions" will take care of most of
the service needs of this machine. Any problems not ad-
dressed by this section should only be handled by a
RIDGID Authorized Independent Service Center. Use
only RIDGID service parts.
For information on your nearest RIDGID Authorized Inde- pendent Service Center or any service or repair questions,
see Contact Information section in this manual.

Optional Equipment

WARNING
To reduce the risk of serious injury, only use ac-
cessories specifically designed and recommended
for use with the RIDGID 918 Roll Groover, such as
those listed below.
Catalog
No. Description
48405 Roll Set for 8-12" Sch 10 (8" Sch 40) With Carry
Case
48407 Roll Set for 1¼"-1½" Sch 10/40 With Carry Case
48412 Roll Set for 1 Sch 10/40 and 1¼"-1 1/2" Sch
10/40 with Carry Case
48417 Roll Set for 2"-6" Copper
59992 2½"-12" Stabilizer
76822 Inch Diameter Tape
20
POSSIBLE REASONS
Pipe support stand not properly set up.
Pump release valve open.
Low oil in reservoir.
Dirt in pump body.
Seats worn or not seating.
Too much oil in reservoir.
Air trapped in system.
Too much oil in reservoir.
Pump reservoir is low on oil.
Depth adjustment set incorrectly.
SOLUTION
Properly set up stands.
Close release valve.
Check oil level per instructions.
Have serviced by qualified technician.
Have serviced by qualified technician.
Check oil level per instructions.
Bleed air from hydraulic system per instructions.
Check oil level per instructions.
Fill and bleed system.
Follow depth adjustment instructions.
76827 Metric Diameter Tape
49662 Toolbox
51432 Drive Roll 2" - 6"
49217 Groove Roll 2" - 6"
54317 Box Wrench
42360 1206 Stand
Mounting Kits
Catalog Model
No. No. Description
48292 911 300 Power Drive Mount Kit Only
48397 914 1224 Carriage Mount Kit Only
48402 915 535 Carriage Mount Kit Only
56607 917 1233/300 Compact Carriage Mount Kit Only
56532 — Stand, Pipe Leg For 1233/300 Compact
For a complete listing of RIDGID equipment available
for these tools, see the Ridge Tool Catalog online at
RIDGID.com or see Contact Information.

Disposal

Parts of the 918 Roll Groover contain valuable materials
and can be recycled. There are companies that specialize
in recycling that may be found locally. Dispose of the
components and any waste oil in compliance with all ap-
plicable regulations. Contact your local waste management
authority for more information.
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