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RIDGID RT-175 Operator's Manual

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RT-175
OPERATOR'S
MANUAL
WARNING!
Read this Operator's Manual
carefully before using this tool.
Failure to understand and fol-
low the contents of this manu-
al may result in electrical
shock,fire and/or serious per-
sonal injury.
Electric
Soldering Gun
99 Washington Street
Melrose, MA 02176
Phone 781-665-1400
Toll Free 1-800-517-8431
Visit us at www.TestEquipmentDepot.com

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  • Page 1 Electric RT-175 Soldering Gun OPERATOR’S MANUAL WARNING! Read this Operator’s Manual carefully before using this tool. Failure to understand and fol- low the contents of this manu- 99 Washington Street al may result in electrical Melrose, MA 02176 shock,fire and/or serious per- Phone 781-665-1400 sonal injury.

  • Page 2: General Safety Information

    Model RT-175 Electric Soldering Gun General Safety Information • When operating an electrical tool outside, use an outdoor extension cord marked “W-A” or “W”. WARNING! Read and understand all instructions. Failure These cords are rated for outdoor use and reduce the to follow all instructions listed below may risk of electrical shock.

  • Page 3: Specific Safety Information

    Description • Disconnect all power from the unit before servic- The RT-175 Electric Soldering Gun is capable of solder- ing. Eliminates the risk of electrical shock and acci- ing joints in copper tube up to 3″ diameter while using a dental starting.
  • Page 4 (C – See Figure 1)..11″ Weight ......32 Lbs. Handles Stainless Steel Locknut Sleeves Threaded Stud Carbon Tips Figure 2b – RT-175 Handles and Carbon Tips Figure 1 – Soldering Gun Case Dimensions Transformer ON/OFF Switch Solder Gun Cable Power Cord Handles Figure 2a –...

  • Page 5: Tool Inspection

    • Flammable liquids, vapors, dust or any combustible materials that may ignite. 2. Position RT-175 Soldering Gun near the copper tub- To prevent serious injury, inspect your electric ing that is to be soldered. soldering gun. The following procedures should be followed.
  • Page 6 Fitting 2. Thoroughly clean the copper tube and fitting and apply the flux (Figure 3). NOTE! When using the RT-175, proper soldering tech- niques should be followed. Copper Tube Figure 5 – Positioning Carbon Tips Figure 3 –...

  • Page 7: Maintenance

    Carbon Tip Replacement to function with the RT-175 Electric Soldering Gun. Other The carbon tips will wear down as the RT-175 is used. accessories suitable for use with other tools may become They should be inspected before each use and replaced hazardous when used on the RT-175.

  • Page 8: Service And Repair

    Service and repair work on this tool must be performed by qualified repair personnel. Soldering unit 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.
  • Page 9 99 Washington Street Melrose, MA 02176 Phone 781-665-1400 Toll Free 1-800-517-8431 Visit us at www.TestEquipmentDepot.com Printed in U.S.A. 1/04 999-997-047.10...

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