Maintenance Instructions - RIDGID 1215 Manual

Die
W
Pipe
Starting to Cut Thread
A - Full Width Die Thread
Thin Ring
Gage
D
Flush
One Turn Large
(Basic Size)
(Maximum Size)
B - Checking Threads Within Pipe Gage
Figure 11 – Checking Thread Length
NOTE! If a ring gauge is not available, a fitting can be
used. This fitting should be representative of
those being used on the job. The pipe thread
should be cut to obtain 2 to 3 turns hand tight en-
gagement with fitting. If pipe thread is not proper
diameter the index line should be moved in the di-
rection of the OVER or UNDER size mark on
size bar. (Refer to "Installing Dies In Die Heads").
Accessories
Only the following RIDGID products
WARNING
have been designed to function with the 1215 Threading
Machine. Other accessories designed for use with other
tools may become hazardous when used on this
Threading Machine. To prevent serious injury, use only
the accessories listed below.
Accessories For Threading Machine
Die Heads and Dies
Pipe Bolt
Model Capacity Capacity
" - 2" " - 2"
811A NPT 1 / 1 /
8 4
" - 2" " - 2"
815A NPT 1 / 1 /
8 4
" - " " - 2"
816 NPT 1 / 3 / 1 /
8 4 4
" - 2"
817 NPT 1" - 2" 1 /
4
" - 2" " - 2"
811A BSPT 1 / 1 /
8 4
" - 2" " - 2"
815A BSPT 1 / 1 /
8 4
" - 1"
531 Bolt — 1 /
4
" - 2"
532 Bolt — 1 1 /
8
Stands:
No. 1203 Leg Stand
Pipe Supports:
VJ-99, VJ-98, RJ-99
Die
Die Flush
W
With End
of Pipe
Pipe
Completed Thread
D D
One Turn Small
(Minimum Size)
Dies Opening Operation
Universal Quick R.H.
Universal Self R.H.
Universal TAP R.H.
Universal TAP R.H.
Universal Quick R.H.
Universal Self R.H.
500B Quick R.H.
500B Quick R.H.
1215 Threading Machine
No. 1219 Nipple Chuck (Right Hand Only):
Pipe Adapters ........... 1 /
Stud Adapters.......... 1 /
1 /
Jaw Inserts For Coated Pipe
NOTE! See Ridge Tool Catalog for complete list of pipe
supports, thread cutting oil and dies.

Maintenance Instructions

WARNING
Make sure machine is unplugged from power
source before performing maintenance or making
any adjustment.
Oil Flow Control Valve
The flow of oil out of the die head can be increased or
decreased by adjusting oil control valve. (See Figure 7.)
Lubrication
Proper lubrication is essential to trouble-free operation
and long life of threading machine. Two oil inlets are pro-
vided on top of machine housing to allow for oiling of the
front and rear bearings. (See Figure 12.)
NOTE! Bearings should be oiled periodically, depending
on usage of machine.
1. Fill bearing cavity with oil.
2. Depress ball bearing to allow oil to reach bearing.
Oil Inlets
Figure 12 – Lubricate Bearings
Oil System Maintenance
To help assure proper operation of threading machine,
keep oil system clean, as follows:
1. Replace thread cutting oil when it becomes dirty or
contaminated. To drain oil, position a container under
the drain plug and remove plug.
" through 1 "
1 /
8 2
" through 1" UNC
4
" through 1" UNF
4
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