Plumbing Product User Manual

K-6200 Drain Cleaning Machine
Periodically lubricate cables and couplings with RIDGID
Cable Rust Inhibitor.
When not in use, store cables indoors to prevent deteri-
oration by the elements.
Cables should be replaced when they become severely
corroded or worn. A worn cable can be identified when
outside coils of cable become flat or lose their rigidity.
Machine Storage
Motor-driven equipment must be kept in-
doors or well covered in rainy weather. Store the machine
in a locked area that is out of reach of children and peo-
ple unfamiliar with drain cleaners. This machine can
cause serious injury in the hands of untrained users.
Service and Repair
WARNING
The “Maintenance Instructions” will take care of most of
the service needs of this machine. Any problems not
addressed by this section should only be handled by an
authorized RIDGID service technician.
Tool should be taken to a RIDGID Independent Auth-
orized Service Center or returned to the factory. All repairs
made by Ridge service facilities are warranted against de-
fects in material and workmanship.
When servicing this machine, only identi-
cal replacement 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: [phone]
E-mail: [e-mail]
For name and address of your nearest Independent
Authorized Service Center, contact the Ridge Tool Com-
pany at [phone] or http://www.ridgid.com
Figure 16 – Lifting Hook
Maintenance Instructions
WARNING
Make sure machine is unplugged from power source
before performing maintenance or making any ad-
justment.
Autofeed Assembly
Proper cleaning and lubrication of the autofeed is advised
for long, trouble-free operation. After each use, hose out
autofeed with water and grease bearings.
Lubrication
Grease all exposed, moving and rotating parts as re-
quired. A grease fitting is provided for the drum front and
rear bearings.
Cables
Drain drum after every use. Flush drum periodically, re-
move sediment that can corrode cable.
Cables should be thoroughly flushed with water to prevent
damaging effects of drain cleaning compounds.
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WARNING
WARNING