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This symbol indicates the risk of hands, fingers or other
body  parts  being  caught,  wrapped  or  crushed  in  the
drain cleaning cable.

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PowerClear™ Drain Cleaning Machine 

General Power Tool Safety
Warnings*

WARNING

Read  all  safety  warnings,  instructions,  illustra-
tions and specifications provided with this power
tool. Failure to follow all instructions listed below
may result in electric shock, fire, and/or serious
injury.

SAVe ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRuCTIoNS

FoR FuTuRe ReFeReNCe!

The  term  "power  tool"  in  the  warnings  refers  to  your
mains-operated (corded) power tool or battery-operated
(cordless) power tool.

Work Area Safety

Keep work area clean and well lit. 

Cluttered or dark

areas invite accidents.

Do  not  operate  power  tools  in  explosive  atmo-
spheres,  such  as  in  the  presence  of  flammable
liquids, gases, or dust. 

Power tools create sparks

which may ignite the dust or fumes.

Keep children and by-standers away while operat-
ing a power tool.

Distractions can cause you to lose

control.

electrical Safety

Power  tool  plugs  must  match  the  outlet.  Never
mod ify  the  plug  in  any  way.  Do  not  use  any
adapter  plugs  with  earthed  (grounded)  power
tools.

Unmodi fied  plugs  and  matching  outlets  will

reduce risk of electric shock.

Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded sur-
faces such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrig-
erators.

There is an increased risk of electrical shock

if your body is earthed or grounded.

Do not expose power tools to rain or wet condi-
tions.

Water entering a power tool will increase the risk

of electrical shock.

Do  not  abuse  the  cord.  Never  use  the  cord  for
carrying,  pulling  or  unplugging  the  power  tool.
Keep  cord  away  from  heat,  oil,  sharp  edges  or
moving parts.

Damaged or entangled cords 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  operating  a  power  tool  in  a  damp  location  is
unavoidable, use a ground fault circuit interrupter
(GFCI)  protected  supply.

Use  of  a  GFCI  reduces

the risk of electric shock.

Safety Symbols

In this operator’s manual and on the product, safety symbols and signal words are used to communicate important safe-
ty information. This section is provided to improve understanding of these signal words and symbols.

This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this
symbol to avoid possible injury or death.

DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.

NOTICE indicates information that relates to the protection of property.

This symbol means read the operator’s manual careful-
ly  before  using  the  equipment.  The  operator’s  manual
contains important information on the safe and proper
operation of the equipment.

This  symbol  means  always  wear  safety  glasses  with
side  shields  or  goggles  when  handling  or  using  this
equipment to reduce the risk of eye injury.

NOTICE

DANGeR

WARNING

CAuTIoN

This symbol indicates the risk of electrical shock. 

* The text used in the General Power Tool Safety Warnings section of this manual is verbatim, as required, from the applicable UL/CSA 62841 edition standard.

This section contains general safety practices for many different types of power tools. Not every precaution applies to every tool, and some do not apply to this
tool.

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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