Service; Specific Safety Information; Drain Cleaner Safety; Battery/Charger Safety - RIDGID K-39 Series Operator's Manual

K-39/K-39B Drain Cleaning Machine
• Store idle tools out of the reach of children and
other untrained persons. Tools are dangerous in
the hands of untrained users.
• Maintain tools with care. Keep cutting tools sharp
and clean. Properly maintained tools with sharp cutting
edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
• Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts,
breakage of parts, and any other condition that
may affect the tools operation. If damaged, have the
tool serviced before using. Many accidents are
caused by poorly maintained tools.
• Use only accessories that are recommended by the
manufacturer for your model. Accessories that may
be suitable for one tool may become hazardous when
used on another tool.
• Keep handles dry and clean; free from oil and
grease. Allows for better control of the tool.

Service

• Tool service must be performed only by qualified
repair personnel. Service or maintenance performed
by unqualified repair personnel could result in injury.
• When servicing a tool, use only identical replace-
ment parts. Follow instructions in the Maintenance
Section of this manual. Use of unauthorized parts
or failure to follow maintenance instructions may create
a risk of electrical shock or injury.

Specific Safety Information

WARNING
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.
Call the Ridge Tool Company, Technical Service Depart-
ment at (800) 519-3456 if you have any questions.

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.
• 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.
• 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 fire.
• Do not recharge battery in damp or wet environ-
ment. Do not expose charger to rain or snow. If
battery case is cracked or otherwise damaged, do
not insert into charger. Battery short or fire may result.
• Charge battery cartridge in temperatures above
+40°F (4°C) and below +105°F (41°C). Store tool
and battery pack in locations where temperatures
do not go below 40°F (4°C) or will not exceed 120°F
(49°C). Allow battery pack to return to room tem-
perature before attempting to charge. Improper
care of batteries may result in battery leakage, electri-
cal 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, flush them with water for a minimum of 10
minutes and seek medical attention.
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