Description, Specifications And Accessories; Description; Specifications/Standard Equipment; Operating Instructions - RIDGID 600 Operator's Manual

No. 600 Portable Power Drive
tor's Manual on power drive uses. Other uses
may increase risk of injury.
2. Use proper extension cords. (Figure 1)
Insufficient conductor size will cause excessive
voltage drop, loss of power and overheating.
Minimum Wire Gauge for Cord Set
Nameplate
Amps
0-25
0-6 18 AWG 16 AWG
6-10 18 AWG 16 AWG
10-12 16 AWG 16 AWG
12-16 14 AWG 12 AWG
Figure 1 – Extension Cord Chart
3. Do not use dull or damaged die heads. Sharp
cutting tools are less likely to bind and tool is
easier to control.
4. Secure power drive using No. 601
. Hold power drive firmly. Prevents losing
ARM
control of the tool.
5. Do not use power drive if
is broken. Purpose of switch is to pre-
SWITCH
vent injuries.
6. Keep handles dry and clean; free from oil
and grease. Allows for better control of the tool.
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Description, Specifications &
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Description

The RIDGID No. 600 Portable Power Drive is a double
insulated electric motor driven, heavy-duty unit which
provides power to thread pipe using RIDGID 11-R die
heads. Double insulation of this tool provides equivalent
protection of a properly grounded three wire system.

Specifications/Standard Equipment

Threading Capacity ...........Pipe and Conduit:
Motor ...........................Universal type, 1020
4
Total Length (in feet)
26-50 51-100
16 AWG
14 AWG
14 AWG
NOT
RECOMMENDED
SUPPORT
MOMENTARY CONTACT
".
through 1 1 /
4
Watt, 15 Amps. 115 Volt
AC 60 Hz 5.2 Amps.
220 Volt (50-60 Hz).
Ridge Tool Company • Elyria, Ohio, U.S.A.
Switches:
On/Off ............................Heavy duty paddle type
Direction change ...........For threading and back-
Gear Head .............................Diecast aluminum hous-
Body ............................Durable heavy duty
Length..................................20" (500mm)
Weight..................................12 lbs. (5 kg)
No. 601 Support Arm ........Absorbs power drive
Accessories
No. 11-R Die Heads (7) .......
No. 318 Oiler ....................Complete with 1 gallon
Metal Carrying Case ...........For Power Drive and 6
Figure 2 – No. 600 Power Drive Dimensions

Operating Instructions

W : O
ARNING PERATOR SHOULD BE THOROUGHLY FAMILIAR
WITH SAFETY PRECAUTIONS BEFORE ATTEMPTING
TO OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT
"
1 /
8
1. Push
DIE HEAD
POWER DRIVE WORM GEAR
securely (Figure 3).
N :
OTE DIE HEAD INSTALLATION CAN BE MADE INTO EITHER SIDE OF FACE
.
GEAR
with safety locking device
automatically cuts OFF
power when released.
ing off die head.
ing, permanently greased.
plastic motor housing
and handle.
torque.
", ", ", ",
1 / 1 / 3 / 1 / 3
8 4 8 2
"
1 1 /
4
RIDGID Thread Cutting
Oil.
Die Heads.
.
spline end first, squarely into
until spring catches
", 1",
/
4