Operating Instructions - RIDGID K-7500 Manual

K-7500 Drain Cleaning Machine
2. Position the Drain Cleaning Machine within 3' of
sewer inlet.
If sewer inlet is greater than 3' from the
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front of the machine, the cable will have a greater tendency
to twist or kink. Use a front guide hose or properly support
exposed cable.
3. Set the spring loaded kickstand bar by tilting the ma-
chine forward to allow the bar to pivot behind the
tires (Figure 8) . Make sure the machine rests firmly on
the bar before continuing. The tires should not contact
the ground.
Figure 8 – Setting Kickstand Bar
Figure 9 – Releasing Kickstand Bar
To prevent tipping during use, machine
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should rest firmly on the kickstand.
4. Position the air foot switch pedal for easy operator
accessibility. Machine is designed for one person op-
eration (Figure 9) .
5. Make sure FOR/OFF/REV switch is in the OFF po-
sition.
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6. Select and install the proper tool/cutter to the end of
the cable. Securely install tool on the end of the cable
(See Figure 6) . If the connection is not secure, the cut-
ting tool may fall off in use.
" inner core cables are not recommended for
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use through P- traps and sewer bends in lines
smaller than 4". For larger lines, flexible leaders
should be used to negotiate traps. Failure to
use flexible leaders may result in cable damage.
7. Plug the Drain Cleaning Machine into the electrical
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.
To avoid electric shock and electrical
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fires, never use an extension cord that is damaged or does
not meet the following requirements:
• 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 out-
doors.
• The cord has sufficient wire thickness (16 AWG below
50'/14 AWG 50' - 100'). If the wire thickness is too
small, the cord may overheat, melting the cord's insu-
lation or causing nearby objects to ignite.
To reduce risk of electrical shock, keep all
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electrical connections dry and off the ground. Do not
touch plug with wet hands. Test the Ground Fault Circuit
Interrupter (GFCI) provided with the electric cord to insure
it is operating correctly. When test button is pushed in, the
indicator light should go off. Reactivate by pushing the
reset button in. If indicator light goes on, the machine is
ready to use. If the GFCI does not function correctly, do not
use the machine.

Operating Instructions

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Wear gloves provided with machine. Never grasp a
rotating cable with a rag or loose fitting cloth glove
that may become wrapped around the cable causing
serious injury.
Always wear eye protection to protect your eyes
against dirt and other foreign objects. Wear rub-
ber soled, non-slip shoes.