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PowerClear™ Drain Cleaning Machine 

PRoBLeM

PoSSIBLe ReASoNS

SoLuTIoN

Cable kinking or break-
ing.

Cable stops rotating while
foot switch is depressed.
Restarts when foot switch
is re-depressed.

Cable turns in one
direction but not the
other.

Ground Fault Circuit
Interrupter trips when
machine is plugged in or
when foot pedal is
depressed.

AUTOFEED unit doesn’t
work.

Machine wobbles or
moves while cleaning
drain.

Troubleshooting

Cable is being forced.

Cable used in incorrect pipe diameter.

Motor switched to reverse.

Cable exposed to acid.

Cable worn out.

Cable not properly supported.

Hole in foot switch or hose.

Hole in diaphragm switch.

Faulty FOR/OFF/REV switch.

Damaged power cord.

Short circuit in motor.

Faulty Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter.

Moisture in motor, switch box or on plug.

AUTOFEED unit full of debris.

AUTOFEED unit needs lubrication.

Cable not evenly distributed.

Bumpers are not on ground.

Ground not level.

Do Not Force Cable! Let the auger do the work.

Use correct cable for pipe.

Use reverse only if cable gets caught in blockage.

Clean cables routinely.

If cable is worn, replace it.

Support cable properly, see instructions.

Replace damaged component.

If  no  problem  found  with  pedal  or  hose,  replace
diaphragm switch.

Replace switch.

Replace cord set.

Take  motor  to  your  nearest  RIDGID  Independent
Service Center.

Replace cord set.

Take drain cleaner to your nearest RIDGID
Independent Service Center.

Clean the AUTOFEED unit.

Lubricate the AUTOFEED unit with lightweight
machine oil.

Pull all cable out and feed again, evenly distribute.

Place on level stable surface.

Place on level stable surface.

Summary of Contents for PowerClear

Page 1: ...PowerClear Drain Cleaning Machine Drain Cleaner Manual 99 Washington Street Melrose MA 02176 Phone 781 665 1400 Toll Free 1 800 517 8431 Visit us at www TestEquipmentDepot com...

Page 2: ...ly 6 Pre Operation Inspection 6 Machine and Work Area Set Up 7 Operating Instructions 9 Feeding the Cable into the Drain 9 Passing Through Traps or Other Transitions 10 Cleaning the Drain 10 Working t...

Page 3: ...ber which is located on name plate Serial No PowerClear Drain Cleaning Machine Drain Cleaner WARNING Read this Operator s Manual carefully before using this tool Failure to understand and follow the c...

Page 4: ...s increase the risk of electric shock When operating a power tool outdoors use an extension cord suitable for outdoor use Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of elec tric shock If...

Page 5: ...hat cannot be con trolled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired Disconnect the plug from the power source and or the battery pack from the power tool before mak ing any adjustments changin...

Page 6: ...ags can become wrapped around the cable and may result in serious personal injury Do not allow the cutter to stop turning while the cable is turning This can overstress the cable and may cause twistin...

Page 7: ...nificantly reduce the exposure level over the total working period Switch Icons Figure 3 Machine Serial Number The machine serial number is located on the underside of the housing The last 4 digits i...

Page 8: ...chemical burns infections and other causes and prevent drain cleaner damage Always wear safety glasses leather work gloves and other appropriate protective equipment when inspecting your drain cleane...

Page 9: ...lean any debris from the cable Inspect cable for wear and damage Inspect for Obvious flats worn into the outside of the cable cable is made from round wire and the profile should be round Multiple or...

Page 10: ...ge the cable or injure the operator Figure 7 Example of Extending Drain to within 6 15cm of AUTOFEED Unit 8 Evaluate the work area and determine if any barriers are needed to keep bystanders away from...

Page 11: ...cable end stops rotating the operator must be able to turn the machine motor oFF to prevent twisting kinking and breaking of the cable Twisting kinking or breaking cable may cause striking or crushin...

Page 12: ...ble drum slow down and feel the guide hose start to load or wind up this will feel like the guide hose is starting to twist or squirm This may be a transition in the drain line trap elbow etc build up...

Page 13: ...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 a...

Page 14: ...rum cavity Do not submerge or flush the machine with water Do not allow water to enter motor or other electrical components Make sure unit is completely dry before plugging in and using Front Housing...

Page 15: ...9 EU for Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment and its implementation into nation al legislation electrical equipment that is no longer usable must be collected separately and disposed of in an en...

Page 16: ...motor Faulty Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter Moisture in motor switch box or on plug AUTOFEED unit full of debris AUTOFEED unit needs lubrication Cable not evenly distributed Bumpers are not on groun...

Page 17: ...suse abuse or normal wear and tear are not covered by this warranty RIDGE TOOL shall not be responsible for any incidental or consequential damages How local law relates to the warranty Some states do...

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