Inspecting Threads; Ridgid Link App Connection (Wireless Communication); 760 Fxp Power Drive - Other Uses - RIDGID 760 FXP Power Drive Manual

Inspecting Threads

1. Remove any oil, chips or debris from the thread.
2. Visually inspect thread. Threads should be smooth
and complete, with good form. If issues such as thread
tearing, thin threads, or pipe out-of-roundness are ob-
served, the thread may not seal when made up. Refer
to the Troubleshooting chart for help in diagnosing
these issues.
3. Inspect the size of the thread. The preferred method
of checking thread size is with a ring gauge. There are
various styles of ring gauges, and their usage may
differ from that shown in Figure 16.
• Screw ring gauge onto the thread hand tight.
• Look at how far the pipe end extends through the
ring gage. The end of the pipe should be flush with
the side of the gauge plus or minus one turn. If
thread does not gauge properly, cut off the thread,
adjust the die head and cut another thread. Using
a thread that does not gauge properly can cause
leaks.
Thin Ring
Gauge
Flush One Turn Large
(Basic Size)
(Maximum Size)
Checking Threads With Ring Gauge
Figure 16 – Checking Thread Size
• If a ring gauge is not available to inspect thread
size, it is possible to use a new clean fitting repre-
sentative of those used on the job to gauge thread
size. For 2" and under NPT threads, the threads
should be cut to obtain 4 to 5 turns to hand tight
engagement with the fitting and for 2" and under
BSPT threads it should be 3 turns.
RIDGID Link App Connection
(Wireless Communication)
The RIDGID 760 FXP Power Drive includes wireless
®
technology allowing communication to properly equipped
smart-phones or tablets ("devices") running iOS or Android
operating systems.
1. Download the appropriate RIDGID
device by going to RIDGID.com/apps, the Google Play
Store or the Apple App Store.
2. After the battery is installed or after the ON/OFF switch
is pressed, the top LED of the Tool Status Lights will
999-995-242.10_REV A
One Turn Small
(Minimum Size)
Link app to your
®
760 FXP Power Drive
blink blue when connection to a device is possible. See
Figure 4.
3. Find the RIDGID Link app icon on your device and
launch the app by selecting the icon. Via the app,
search for nearby tools and select the desired RIDGID
tool. Refer to your device instructions for specific in-
formation on how to connect via wireless technology.
Once connected, the top LED of the Tool Status Lights
will be lit blue.
After the initial pairing, most devices will automatically
connect to the Tools when the wireless technology is
active and in range and if device settings are config-
ured to do so. Power drive should be less than 33 ft.
(10 m) from the device to be detected. Any obstacle
between the tool and device can reduce the opera-
tional range.
4. Follow the app instructions for proper use.
5. The wireless communication turns OFF when the
battery is removed from the tool.
760 FXP Power drive – other
uses
This manual contains specific instructions for the use of
the 760 FXP Power Drive to thread with various RIDGID
die heads. When used with other RIDGID equipment
(such as the RIDGID 258/258XL Power Pipe Cutter)
follow the instructions and warnings supplied with that
RIDGID equipment on proper set up and use. It is rec-
ommended that 760 FXP Power Drive be operated in
Reverse when using with the RIDGID 258/258XL Power
Pipe Cutter.
The green LED indicating that the user is nearing the
end of a typical thread may illluminate during use in other
applications but should be ignored. The LED will turn off
after about 3-4 additional rotations.
RIDGID cannot provide specific instructions for every
possible use for the 760 FXP Power Drive. The user must
evaluate the specific work scenario and use good work
practices and methods. If there is any doubt about the use
of this Power Drive for these other purposes, do not use it.
If using the 760 FXP Power Drive for other purposes,
carefully evaluate and prepare for the work using the gen-
eral guidelines below. This Power Drive will supply high
torque and correspondingly high handle forces which can
cause striking and crushing injuries.
• The RIDGID 774 Square Drive Adapter can be used
to adapt the Model 760 FXP 12-R Power Drive to turn
a male 15/16" square. Securely attach the adapter to
prevent it from detaching in use.
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