Tool Use And Care; Service; Specific Safety Information; Drain Cleaner Safety - RIDGID K-39 Operator's Manual

extraction and collection facilities, ensure these are
connected and properly used. Use of these devices
can reduce dust-related hazards.
Power Tool Use and Care
• Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power
tool for your application. The correct power tool will
do the job better and safer at the rate for which it is de-
signed.
• Do not use the power tool if switch does not turn it
ON and OFF. Any power tool that cannot be controlled
with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
• Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or
the battery pack from the power tool before making
any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing
power tools. Such preventive safety measures re-
duce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.
• Store idle power tools out of the reach of children
and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power
tool or these instructions to operate the power
tool. Power tools are dangerous in the hands of un-
trained users.
• Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or
binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, and any
other condition that may affect the power tool's
operation. If damaged, have the power tool re-
paired before use. Many accidents are caused by
poorly maintained power tools.
• Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly main-
tained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less
likely to bind and are easier to control.
• Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc. in
accordance with these instructions and in the man-
ner intended for the particular type of power tool,
taking into account the working conditions and
the work to be performed. Use of the power tool for
operations different from those intended could result in
a hazardous situation.
• Keep handles dry and clean; free from oil and
grease. Allows for better control of the tool.

Service

• Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair
person using only identical replacement parts. This
will ensure that the safety of the power tool is main-
tained.
K-39/K-39B Drain Cleaning Machine

Specific Safety Information

Read this operator's manual carefully before using
the K-39/K-39B Drain Cleaner. Failure to understand
and follow the contents of this manual may result in
electrical shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.

Drain Cleaner Safety

• Never grasp a rotating cable with a rag or loose fit-
ting cloth glove. It could become wrapped around the
cable and cause serious injury.
• Do not overstress cables. Overstressing cables may
cause twisting or kinking and result in serious injury.
• Position K-39/K-39B 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 can-
not 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 K-39/K-39B to clean lines
diameter. Follow instructions on proper use of the
drain cleaner. Other uses or modifying this drain clean-
er 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.

Battery/Charger Safety

WARNING
structions 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 substi-
tute any other charger. May result in battery damage
and/or serious injury.
• Charge only RIDGID No. BP12 rechargeable bat-
teries. Other types of batteries may burst causing
personal injury and damage.
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