Troubleshooting - RIDGID K-6200 Manual

Chart 1 Troubleshooting
PROBLEM
Cable kinking or breaking.
Drum stops while pedal is
depressed. Restarts when
pedal is re-depressed.
Drum turns in one direc-
tion but not the other.
Ground Fault Circuit Inter -
rupter trips when ma chine
is plugged in or when foot
pedal is depressed.
Motor turning but drum
is not.
AUTOFEED does not
work properly.
AUTOFEED does not
nest properly.
Machine wobbles or
moves when cleaning
a drain.
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POSSIBLE REASONS
Cable is being forced.
Cable used in incorrect pipe diameter.
Motor switched to reverse.
Cable exposed to acid.
Cable worn out.
Hole in pedal or connecting hose.
Hole in diaphragm switch.
Faulty reverse switch.
Damaged power cord.
Short circuit in motor.
Faulty Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter.
Torque limiter slipping because cable is being forced.
AUTOFEED is not routinely cleaned and fills with de-
bris.
AUTOFEED is not greased enough.
Drum may not be tight onto rear gear box drive.
Kickstand not engaged.
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SOLUTION
Do Not Force Cable! Let the cutter do the work.
Use 5 / " cables in 3" to 6" lines. Use Trap Leader
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Use reverse only if cable gets caught in pipe.
Clean and oil cables routinely.
If cable is worn, replace it.
Replace damaged component.
If no problem found with pedal or hose, replace
diaphragm switch.
Replace switch.
Replace cord set.
Take motor to authorized service center.
Replace cord set that includes a Ground Fault
Circuit Interrupter.
Do not force cable.
Disassemble AUTOFEED and clean monthly.
Apply grease to fittings weekly.
Nest drum tightly to rear drive lug.
Engage kickstand.
Set on level surface.
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