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K-5208 Drain Cleaning Machine 

relieved. Do not remove hand from the cable until the ten-
sion is released. Place FOR/O-OFF/REV switch in the O-
OFF position.

Freeing A Stuck Tool

If the cable is stuck in the blockage, with the FOR/O-
OFF/REV switch in the O-OFF position, try pulling the
cable loose from the blockage. If the tool will not come
free, place FOR/O-OFF/REV switch in the REV position.
Press the clutch lever handle for several seconds until
cable is free of the blockage. Do not operate the ma-
chine in the REV position any longer than required to
free the cable end from the blockage or cable damage
can  occur.  Place  the  FOR/O-OFF/REV  switch  in  the
FOR position and continue cleaning the drain.

Retrieving The Cable

1.  Once  the  drain  is  open,  if  possible  start  a  flow  of

water down the drain to flush the debris out of the line
and help clean the cable as it is retrieved. This can be
done by turning on a faucet in the system or other
methods.  Pay  attention  to  the  water  level,  as  the
drain could plug again.

2.  The FOR/O-OFF/REV switch should be in the FOR

position – do not retrieve the cable with the switch in
the  REV  position,  this  can  damage  the  cable.  As
with feeding the cable into the drain, cables can be
caught while being retrieved.

3.  Engage the clutch lever handle and pull 6" to 12" (150

to 300 mm) cable out of drain 

(Figure 14A)

.

4.  Release  the  clutch  lever  handle  and  feed  excess

cable into the machine 

(Figure14B)

Figure 14A – Clutch Engaged, Cable Rotating, Pulling

Cable Out of Drain

Figure 14B – Clutch Released, Cable Not Rotating,

Feeding Cable Into Machine

5.  Repeat  process  until  the  cable  coupling  (joint)  has

moved past the clutch. 

a. Release the clutch lever handle, place the FOR/O-

OFF/REV switch in the O-OFF position.

b. Uncouple  the  cable  sections 

(see  Figure  8)

.  If

needed, secure the cable to prevent loss down the
drain.

c. Remove cable section from drain cleaner and place

in cable carrier if desired. Do not operate machine
with more than one cable section in the guide hose,
or with cable rotating on the ground. Rotating cable
lying  on  the  ground  can  move  around  the  area,
damage the surroundings, and cause injury.

6.  Reinsert the cable into the machine, place the FOR/O-

OFF/REV switch in the FOR position and continue re-
trieving the cable until the tool is just inside the drain
opening. 

7.  Release clutch lever handle. Do not pull the end of the

cable from the drain while the cable is rotating. The
cable can whip around and cause serious injury.

8.  Place the FOR/O-OFF/REV switch in the O-OFF po-

sition and pull the remaining cable from the drain. If
needed, change the tool and continue cleaning the
drain.  Several  passes  through  a  drain  are  recom-
mended for complete cleaning. 

9.  Remove the tool from the cable. Remove cable from

the drain cleaner.

10.  With dry hands unplug the machine. 

Draining The Machine

Place a suitable container under the drain plug 

(Figure 1)

.

Pull drain plug loose (it is retained by a lanyard) and allow
to drain. Replace plug when finished.

Summary of Contents for K-5208

Page 1: ...w and retain product serial number which is located on nameplate Serial No WARNING Read this Operator s Manual carefully before using this tool Failure to understand and follow the contents of this ma...

Page 2: ...outdoor use Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of elec tric shock This symbol indicates the risk of hands fingers or other body parts being caught wrapped or crushed in the drain...

Page 3: ...wer tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it is de signed Do not use power tool if the switch does not turn it K 5208 Drain Cleaning Machine ON and OFF Any power tool that cannot...

Page 4: ...3456 Description The RIDGID K 5208 Drain Cleaning machine is designed Drain Cleaner Safety Before using the tool test the ground fault circuit in terrupter GFCI provided with the power supply cord to...

Page 5: ...to on product serial plate for information specific to unit Controls FOR O OFF REV Switch Clutch lever handle Operating Temperature 20 F to 120 F 29 C to 49 C 999 995 137 10_REV B 5 K 5208 Drain Clea...

Page 6: ...r damage Always wear safety glasses and other appropri ate protective equipment when inspecting your drain cleaner 1 Inspect the RIDGID drain cleaning mitts Figure 3 Make sure they are in good conditi...

Page 7: ...adjust the machine clutch for the size of cable to be used see Jaw Clutch Adjustment 6 If needed place protective covers in the work area The drain cleaning process can be messy 7 Position the drain c...

Page 8: ...drum style cable carrier placing the cable carrier near the drain opening and the ma chine cable outlet allows convenient access for load ing and unloading of cable sections See Figure 7 Figure 7 Inse...

Page 9: ...ion i e SOW or complies with H05VV F H05RN F types or IEC type design 60227 IEC 53 60245 IEC 57 Has sufficient wire size For extension cords up to 50 15 2 m long use 16 AWG 1 5mm2 or heavier For exten...

Page 10: ...ndle during operation If the cutter stops rotating the operator must be able to release the clutch to prevent twisting kink ing and breaking of the cable and reduce the risk of injury Follow operating...

Page 11: ...machine as shown in the machine casting Figure 10 If the ro tation is not correct do not use the machine until it has been repaired Do not rotate the cable in reverse except as specifically described...

Page 12: ...s an indication of total cable length Feeding cable into a larger drain line or similar transition may cause the cable to kink or knot and prevent removal from the drain Minimize the amount of cable f...

Page 13: ...le and feed excess cable into the machine Figure14B Figure 14A Clutch Engaged Cable Rotating Pulling Cable Out of Drain Figure 14B Clutch Released Cable Not Rotating Feeding Cable Into Machine 5 Repea...

Page 14: ...se solvents abrasives or other harsh cleaning agents Machine Use a damp soft cloth to wipe off the ma chine Do not submerge or flush the machine with water Do not allow water to enter motor or other e...

Page 15: ...h cover they are re tained and will not come out and remove the cover Unlock the clutch lever handle and allow to fully open 3 Remove the clutch jaw assembly 4 Hold new clutch jaws assembly Catalog 61...

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