Safety Information - RIDGID 246 Operating Instructions Manual

SAFETY INFORMATION

Read and follow the safety information and operating instructions
WARNING
!
The high pressure exerted by the cutter may cause the
cut section of the pipe to fly with considerable force.
This can result in serious eye or body injuries.
• Wear safety glasses or goggles.
• Avoid standing close to either end of the pipe.
• Be sure no other personnel are in the immediate area
before applying cutting pressure.
• Do not exceed recommended cutting capacities for
sizes and types of pipe.
Ratchet Knob
Ratchet Pin
Inner Side Arm
Graduation
Marks
Chain Pin
Fig.1
To Set Cutter
1. Lift and turn ratchet knob to neutral position (pin not in groove).
2. Turn adjusting knob until the edge of the outer side arm lines up with the mark for the size pipe to be cut. The
graduation marks are on the inner side arm.
3. When working conditions permit, place cutter on pipe with adjusting knob to the right, while straddling the long end of
the pipe.
To Adjust Chain
4. After cutter is properly set, wrap chain around pipe snugly. Set proper chain pin into hooks. Turn adjusting knob
counterclockwise until chain is tight.
5. Turn ratchet knob so that arrow points to red handle. (See Fig. 1). Chain must be properly set to assure ample travel for
cutting action.
To Cut Pipe
6. Use ratcheting motion in direction indicated by arrow on ratchet knob, until pipe is severed.
To Lubricate Cutter
1. Lift and turn ratchet knob to neutral position (See Step 1).
2. Turn adjusting knob clockwise until side arms are fully closed.
3. Lubricate fitting in adjusting knob. Use a good grade of cup grease. Lubricate until grease appears at the seals.
4. Occasional application of oil to pins and cutting wheels will assure continued freedom of action.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Ratchet Knob
Ratchet Pin
Inner Side Arm
Adjusting Knob
Graduation
Outer Side arm
Chain Pin
Hook
Inspect chain for damaged wheels, links or pins.
DO NOT use the tool if the chain or any other part of
the tool is broken or damaged.
Save These Instructions."
Adjusting Knob
Marks
Outer Side arm
Hook
Fig.2
"NOTE:
IMPORTANT
If ratcheting action stops before pipe
is severed, you have jammed the
cutter. DO NOT force the handle or
adjusting knob, simply lift and turn
ratchet knob so that arrow points
AWAY from red handle (see Fig. 2).
Use a pumping action in direction
indicated by arrow to release the
chain - Reset cutter using proper
chain pin in hook.