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VE46 Pipe Roll Grooving Tool
POWER REQUIREMENTS FOR
VE46 TOOLS USED WITH A
POWER DRIVE
POWER DRIVE
VE46 tools are designed for manual operation
or operation with a power drive. For power
operation, tools mount directly onto a Victaulic
VPD752 Power Drive or a Ridgid
®
300 Power
Drive with a 38-rpm maximum chuck speed.
Power must be supplied to the power drive
through a safety foot switch to ensure safe
operation. Make sure the power drive is prop-
erly grounded in accordance with Article 250
of the National Electrical Code.
If an extension cord is required, refer to the
“Extension Cord Requirements” section on
this page for cord sizes. In addition, refer to
the power drive manufacturer’s instructions
prior to use.
EXTENSION CORD REQUIREMENTS
When pre-wired outlets are not available and
an extension cord must be used, it is impor-
tant to use the proper cord size (i.e. Conduc-
tor Size American Wire Gauge). Cord size
selection is based upon tool rating (amps)
and cord length (feet). Use of a cord size
(gauge) thinner than required will cause sig-
nificant voltage drop at the power drive while
the tool is operating. Voltage drops may
cause damage to the power drive and can
result in improper tool operation.
NOTE:
It is
acceptable to use a cord size (gauge) that is
heavier than required.
The required cord sizes (gauges) for cord
lengths up to and including 100 feet (31 m)
are listed in the table below. Use of extension
cords longer than 100 feet (31 m) must be
avoided.
®
Ridgid is a registered trademark of The Ridge Tool
Company.
DANGER
• To reduce the risk of electric
shock, check the electrical
source for proper grounding.
• Before performing any mainte-
nance on the tool, turn the
switch on the power drive to the
“OFF” position, or disconnect
the power cord from the electri-
cal source.
Failure to follow these instructions could result in
death or serious personal injury.
Power Drive Rating
Volts (Amps)
Cord Lengths
25 feet
(8 m)
50 feet
(15 m)
100 feet
(31 m)
115
12 gauge 12 gauge 10 gauge
(15)
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