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Electric Drain Cleaner - CE50

E&OE

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Look for spaces between the cable coils. Kinking, stretching (pulling cable by hand) or running the cable

in reverse can deform the it. Cables with spaces between the coils should be replaced.

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Check for signs of excessive corrosion of the cable, which weakens it. This can be caused by storing the

cable wet or corrosive chemicals (often found in drain cleaners). replace corroded cables.

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Before use, fully retract the cable so that no more than 50mm (2") of cable is protruding from the front

hub assembly. This will help prevent cable "whip" when the machine is turned on.

Perform a machine test:
1. Place the motor switch in the "OFF" position.
2. With dry hands, connect the machine to a grounded electrical supply, then place the motor switch in the

"FOR" position.

3. Press the foot switch and note the direction of rotation of the cable drum. If the foot switch does not

properly control machine operation, do not use the machine until the foot switch has been repaired. The

cable drum should rotate clockwise when viewed from the front of the machine and will match the

direction arrow on the drum. If the rotation is not correct, do not use the appliance until it has been

repaired.

4. After inspection, set the motor switch to the "OFF" position, then disconnect the machine from the

electrical supply.

Once you have verified that the machine is in good working order, inspect the work area.

Work Area Set-Up

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Verify that work area has adequate lighting.

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Make sure work area is free of flammable liquids, vapours or dust that may ignite. Sparks can be

generated during machine operation. Do not work in area until these sources of ignition have been

identified and corrected.

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Choose a firm, stable location for the machine and operator that will remain relatively dry. Do not use the

appliance while standing in water. If needed, remove water from the work area.

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Verify the electrical outlet is properly grounded. If there is any doubt regards proper earthing of the

electrical supply, have a qualified electrician inspect and verify it.

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Make sure there is a clear, unobstructed path from the machine to the electrical outlet.

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Inspect the drain to be cleaned. If possible, determine the best access point(s) to the drain, the size(s)

and length(s) of the drain, distance to tanks or mainlines, the nature of the blockage, presence of drain

cleaning chemicals or other chemicals, etc. If there are chemicals present in the drain, read and adhere

to the specific safety measures required to work around those chemicals. Contact the chemical

manufacturer for required safety instructions and information.

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If necessary, remove fixtures (toilet, sink, etc.) to allow access to the drain. Do not feed the cable

through a fixture. This could damage the machine and fixture.

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Determine the correct cable size for the drain, as per:

Cable Size

Pipe Size

Typical Applications

12mm ½”

(included)

50mm (2”) to 100mm (4”)

Roof stacks and small floor drains (no roots)

10mm 3/8” (not

included)

38mm (1-1/2”) to 75mm (3”)

Roof stacks, laundry lines and small drains (no roots)

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If needed, place protective covers over the work area floor.

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Make sure that the machine handle is locked into the upright position for transport. If the machine needs

to be lifted, use proper lifting techniques or seek assistance if needed. Use caution when moving

equipment up and down stairs. Wear appropriate footwear to help prevent slipping.

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