Inspecting Threads; Preparing Machine For Transport; Machine Storage; Maintenance Instructions - RIDGID 1215 Manual

1215 Threading Machines
2. Firmly grip the pipe and remove from the machine.
Carefully handle the pipe as the thread may still be
hot and there may be burrs or sharp edges.

Inspecting Threads

1. After removing the pipe from the machine, clean the
thread.
2. Visually inspect thread. Threads should be smooth
and complete, with good form. If issues such as
thread tearing, waviness, thin threads, or pipe out-of-
roundness are found, the thread may not seal. 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
here.
• 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.
Ring
Gauge
Flush
One Turn Large
(Basic Size)
(Maximum Size)
Figure14 – Checking Thread Size
• If a ring gauge is not available to inspect thread size,
it is possible to use a new clean fitting representative
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 BSPT it should be 3 turns.
4. Adjust the threads according to appropriate section of
"Adjusting Thread Size" under "Die Head Set-Up and
Use" heading.
5. Test the piping system in accordance with local codes
and normal practice.

Preparing Machine for Transport

1. Make sure that the ON/OFF (I/O) switch is in the
OFF (O) position and the cord is unplugged from the
outlet.
12
One Turn Small
(Minimum Size)
2. Clean the chips and other debris from the chip tray.
Remove or secure all equipment and material from
the machine and stand prior to moving to prevent
falling or tipping. Clean up any oil or debris on the
floor.
3. Place the cutter, reamer and die head in the operating
position.
4. Coil up the power cord and foot switch cord and hook
in the cord wrap. Figure 15.
5. If needed, remove the machine from the stand. Use
proper lifting techniques, be aware of the machine
weight. Machine is equipped with handles at front
and rear. Use care in lifting and moving.
Figure 15 – Machine prepared for Transport

Machine Storage

The 1215 Threading Machine must be
WARNING
kept indoors or well covered in rainy weather. Store the
machine in a locked area that is out of reach of children
and people unfamiliar with the machine. This machine
can cause serious injury in the hands of untrained users.

Maintenance Instructions

WARNING
Make sure that the ON/OFF (I/O) switch is in the
OFF (O) position and the machine is unplugged
before performing any maintenance or making any
adjustments.
Maintain threading machine according to these pro-
cedures to reduce the risk of injury from electrical
shock, entanglement and other causes.
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