RIDGID RP 210-B, Manual

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Tools For The Professional
TM
RP 210-B
Ridge Tool Company
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Performing the Press Fit action
• Check that the correct jaws have been fitted for the joint that is going to
be pressed.
• Check that a charged battery is correctly inserted into the tool and place
the jaws over the fitting.
• Press the ON switch (Fig.1, ref. 1). Check the LED indicator: the green
LED must light.
• Press the start trigger (Fig.1, ref. 3) to initiate the automatic press cycle.
Important: Keep fingers and hands away from jaws during pressing
cycle!
• Wait until the complete pressing cycle has been completed.
• The tool features an automatic pressing facility. This ensures a full pres-
sing cycle at all times. For safety reasons, the automatic pressing facility
only engages after the electronic control has completed system checks.
Rotation of the jaw holder
• The jaw holder can be rotated 270° (Fig.1, ref. 5).
TRouBLeShooTing
LeD Status Description
Green Glows Tool ON
Blinks Battery too low. Recharge Battery.
Red Glows Out of temperature range
Blinks Jaws mounting pin not fully engaged.
Insert pin.
Yellow Glows Machine is locked - service after 32,000 cycles or
after a malfunction.
Blinks Service indicator after 30,000 cycles.
Note: Tool will lock after 32,000 cycles.
• If there is a power supply interruption during pressing procedure, the
machine stops and the pistons will be brought into the original position
after a few seconds.
note:- for 210-B press yellow release button on side of tool.
• Whenever a pressing cycle is not fully completed the complete procedure
must be repeated.
• It is strongly recommended to never attempt to repeat a pressing cycle
that has been interrupted. This may lead to damage to the joint and pos-
sible leakage. The joint should be cut out and replaced by a new one.
• The use of jaws not specifically designed for pressing the fittings being
used may lead to damage and incorrectly compressed fittings. Contact
your RIDGID Press Fit Service Centre for any malfunction not covered in
this instruction manual.
mainTenanCe
Always remove the battery before performing any maintenance.
Daily
- Clean the Press Fit tool with a soft cloth. Do not use detergents to clean
the crimping tool. Check the condition of the tool and ensure that the
press rolls (Fig.1, ref. 6) are free of metallic particles. Use lubricating and
corrosion prevention spray if they appear dry.
every 32,000 pressings (or every 3 years)
- The Press Fit tool must be sent for inspection and maintenance to the
nearest authorized RIDGID Press Fit repair centre. After 30,000 cycles a
warning signal will indicate that the tool should be serviced (see trouble-
shooting).
- The Pressing Tool is locked by the electronic monitoring system (yellow
LED blinks) after 32,000 pressing operations. It must then be sent to an
authorised servicing agent for servicing (see www.ridgid.eu for addres-
ses).
- The repair centre will fully overhaul the tool and inspect that it is opera-
ting correctly.
- Any unauthorized modifications and/or repairs will invalidate the warranty.
any repairs or Service to the RiDgiD Press Fit tool must only be made
by an approved RiDgiD Press Fit Service Centre.
SToRage
- Before storing the tool for long periods clean the tool thoroughly and wipe
clean.
- Keep the tool away from moisture and heat, and do not expose the tool
to extreme temperatures.
- Keep away from children.
- The RIDGID Press Fit tool is made of numerous metal and plastic parts.
Ensure that the tool is correctly disposed of in accordance with local
regulations.
WarNING!
Keep fingers and hands away from jaws during pressing cycle!
Fingers or hands can be crushed, fractured or amputated if they
become caught between the jaws.
Always verify that the jaw is correctly fitted in the press tool and that
the locking pin is firmly closed.
imPoRTanT:
This jaw set is designed to make Press Fit connections for the specific
system and size noted on the jaw set and packaging.
Follow fitting manufacturer’s recommendations on proper installation.
The use of incorrect jaw sets for a system or size will result in an
improper seal that could result in extensive property damage.