General Safety Information; Drain Cleaner Safety - RIDGID K-39 Operating Instructions Manual

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K-39, K-39B, K-40
Operating Instructions

General Safety Information

WARNING! Read
and the accompanying safety booklet
carefully before using this equipment. If
you are uncertain about any aspect of using this
tool, contact your RIDGID distributor for more
information.
Failure to understand and follow all instructions
may result in electric shock, fi re, and/or serious
personal injury.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!

Drain Cleaner Safety

• Never grasp a rotating cable with a rag or loose fi tting cloth glove. It
could become wrapped around the cable and cause serious injury. Only
wear RIDGID drain cleaning gloves.
• Do not overstress cables. Overstressing cables may cause twisting or
kinking and result in serious injury.
• Position machine within one foot of inlet. Greater distances can result
in cable twisting or kinking.
• Do not use tool if switch is broken. Any tool that cannot be controlled
by the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
• Machine is designed for one person operation. Operator must control
switch and cable.
• Do not operate machine in reverse (REV). Operating machine in
reverse can result on cable damage and is only used to back tool out of
an obstruction.
• Do not place this tool in water. Water entering the motor housing will
increase the risk of electrical shock.
• Only use the K39/K-39B or K-40 to clean lines 3/4" to 21/2" in dia-
meter. Follow instructions on proper use of the drain cleaner. Other
uses or modifying this drain cleaner for other applications may increase
the risk of injury.
• Be careful when cleaning drains where cleaning compounds have
been used. Avoid direct contact with skin and eyes. Serious burns
can result from some drain cleaning compounds.
these instructions
Ridge Tool Company
K-39, K-39B, K-40
Battery/Charger Safety (K-39 only)
WARNING: Before using battery charger, read all instructions and cautionary
markings on (1) battery charger, (2) battery pack, and (3) K-39B.
• Use only the charger which accompanies your product or a direct
replacement. Do not substitute any other charger. May result in bat-
tery damage and/or serious injury.
• Charge only RIDGID No. BP12 rechargeable batteries. Other types of
batteries may burst causing personal injury and damage.
Do not disassemble charger or operate the charger if it had received
a sharp blow, been dropped or otherwise damaged in any way.
Replace damaged cord or plugs immediately. Incorrect reassembly or
damage may result in electric shock or fi re.
• Do not recharge battery in damp or wet environment. Do not expose
charger to rain or snow. If battery case is cracked or otherwise
damaged, do not insert into charger. Battery short or fi re may result.
• Charge battery cartridge in temperatures above 4°C (40°F) and
below 41°C (105°F). Store tool and battery pack in locations where
temperatures do not go below 4°C (40°F) or will not exceed 49°C
(120°F). Allow battery pack to return to room temperature before
attempting to charge. Improper care of batteries may result in battery
leakage, electrical shock or burns.
• Battery leakage may occur under extreme usage or temperature
conditions. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. The battery liquid is
caustic and could cause chemical burns to tissues. If liquid comes in
contact with skin, wash quickly with soap and water, then with lemon
juice or vinegar. If the liquid contacts your eyes, fl ush them with water for
a minimum of 10 minutes and seek medical attention.
• Place charger on fl at non-fl ammable surfaces and away from fl am-
mable materials when recharging battery pack. The charger and
battery pack heat during charging. Carpeting and other heat insulating
surfaces block proper air circulation which may cause overheating of the
charger and battery pack. If smoke or melting of the case are observed
unplug the charger immediately and do not use the battery pack or
charger.
• When batteries are not in tool or charger, keep them away from
metal objects. For example, to protect terminals from shorting DO NOT
place batteries in a tool box or pocket with nails, screws, keys, etc. Fire
or injury may result.
• Do not put batteries into fi re or expose to high heat. They may
explode causing serious injury.
Hand Grip
REVERSE
Autofeed Lever
FORWARD
Autofeed Lever Slide Action Chuck
Figure 1 – K-39AF Drain Cleaner
FORWARD/
REVERSE
Button
Variable Speed Switch
1