Maintenance Instructions - RIDGID 1224 User Manual

8. When desired length of thread has been reached, depress Release
Handle to disengage Latch (Fig. 14). Die Head will automatically open.
9. Release Foot Switch and turn REV/OFF/FOR Switch to OFF position.
10. Turn Carriage Handwheel clockwise to back Die Head off.
11. Swing Die Head to UP position. Push Cam Locking Plate Handle until
Release Handle relatches.
12. To switch back to NPT service, reverse Steps 1, 2 and 3.
Installing dies in No. 713 and 913 Quick-opening Die Head (L.H. only)
The 713 and 913 Die Heads (Fig. 7) for left-hand threads requires three sets
of Dies to thread pipe ranging from 1/4" through 2". One set of Dies is required
for each of the following pipe size ranges: (1/4" and 3/8"), (1/2" and 3/4") and
(1" through 2").
1. Lay Die Head on bench with numbers face up.
2. Flip Throwout Lever to OPEN position.
3. Loosen Clamp Lever to approximately three turns.
4. Lift tongue of Clamp Lever Washer up out of slot under Size Bar. Slide
Throwout Lever all the way to end of slot in the OVER direction indicated
on Size Bar.
5. Remove Dies from Die Head.
6. Die numbers 1 through 4 must agree with those on Die Head.
7. Insert Dies to mark on side of Dies.
8. Slide Throwout Lever back so that tongue of Clamp Lever Washer will
drop in slot under Size Bar.
9. Adjust Die Head Size Bar until Index Line on Lock Screw or Link is
aligned with proper size mark on Size Bar.
10. Tighten Clamp Lever. For bolt threads, align Index Line with BOLT line on
Size Bar.
11. If oversize or undersize threads are required, set the Index Line in
direction of OVER or UNDER size mark on Size Bar.
Installing dies in 711 and 911 Die Heads (R.H. only)
The 711 and 911 Die Heads (Fig. 8) for right-hand threads requires four sets
of Dies to thread pipe ranging from 1/8" through 2". One set of dies is required
for each of the following pipe size ranges: (1/8"), (1/4" and 3/8"), (1/2" and
3/4"), and (1" through 2"). Bolt threading requires a separate set of Dies for
each bolt size.
1. Place Self-Opening Die Head on bench in vertical position.
2. Make sure Trigger Assembly is released.
3. Loosen Clamp Lever.
4. Pull Lock Screw out of slot under Size Bar so that Roll Pin in Lock Screw
will bypass slot. Position Size Bar so that Index Line on Lock Screw is all
the way to the end of REMOVE DIES position.
5. Lay Head down with numbers up.
6. Remove Dies from Die Head.
7. Die numbers 1 through 4 must agree with those on Die Head.
8. Insert Dies to mark on sides of dies.
9. Move Lever back to lock in Dies.
10. With Head in vertical position, rotate Cam Plate until Roll Pin on Lock
Screw can be positioned in slot under Size Bar. In this position Dies
will lock in Die Head. Make sure Roll Pin points toward end of Size Bar
marked REMOVE DIES.
11. Adjust Die Head Size Bar until Index Line on Lock Screw or Link is
aligned with proper size mark on Size Bar.
12. Tighten Clamp Lever. For bolt threads, align Index Line with BOLT line on
Size Bar.
13. If oversize or undersize threads are required, set the Index Line in
direction of OVER or UNDER size mark on Size Bar.
Installing Dies in 714 and 914 receding Die Heads (2-1/2" through 4")
(Fig. 12)
1. Lay Die Head on bench with numbers face up.
2. Loosen Size Adjusting Nut and lift Die Head Washer out of slot.
3. Rotate Cam in direction of larger pipe sizes until Adjusting Screw bottoms
in slot.
4. Remove Dies from Die Head.
5. Insert Dies into slots making sure number on Die agrees with number on
Die Head. Insert until Ball Detent in Die Head engages drill point in Die.
6. Rotate Cam to size setting desired.
7. Reinstall Die Head Washer and tighten Size Adjusting Nut.

MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING: Always unplug Power Cord before servicing machine.
Lubrication
NOTE: If any maintenance is required other than that listed below, take machine
to an authorized RIDGID warranty Repair Center or return to factory.
Proper lubrication is essential to trouble-free operation and long life of
threading machine.
1. Remove four mounting Screws and remove the Cover.
2. Use grease gun to apply grease to the Shaft Bearing (Fig. 4). Grease
fittings every 2 to 6 months, depending upon amount of machine use.
Use only good grade of cup grease.
3. Apply moderate coat of Lubricating Grease on Large Gear each time
Bearings are lubricated. Use grease containing Molybdenum disulfide.
WARNING: Do not operate the threading machine with Cover off. Always
replace Cover immediately after lubricating machine.
Oil System Maintenance
To help assure proper operation of threading machine, keep oil system clean,
as follows:
1. Replace Thread Cutting Oil when it becomes dirty or contaminated. To
drain the Oil, position a container under Drain Plug and remove Plug.
2. Keep Oil Filter Screen clear to assure proper flow of clean Oil to work.
Oil Filter Screen is located in the bottom of Oil Reservoir. Do not operate
machine with Oil Filter Screen removed.
Cleaning Oil System Reservoir (weekly)
1. Place container under Chip Pan Drain Plug (Fig. 15).
2. Remove Drain Plug and drain oil.
3. Slide out Draw Tray and clean with mineral spirits.
4. Lift up and remove Insert Tray. Use a putty knife to remove pipe scale,
metal shavings and dirt. Clean with mineral spirits.
5. Remove Oil Filter and clean Screen (Fig. 15).
6. Using putty knife, remove sludge build-up on bottom of Chip Pan.
Jaw Insert Replacement (Fig. 16)
NOTE: When teeth on Jaw Inserts become worn and fail to hold pipe or rod
during operation, replace entire set of Jaw Inserts. Clean teeth of Jaw Inserts
daily with wire brush.
WARNING: Never remove Insert if Jaw is out of machine. A spring loaded
Locating Pin behind Insert can cause injury.
1. Remove insert - Place screwdriver in Insert Slot and turn 90 degrees in
either direction.
2. Install new insert - Place screwdriver sideways on Locking Pin and press
down as far as possible.
3. Hold Insert down firmly and with screwdriver, turn so teeth face up.
FIGURE DESCRIPTIONS
Fig. 1 No. 1224 Machine dimensions
Fig. 2 No. 1224 Pipe and Bolt Threading Machine
Fig. 3 Machine Switch Markings (REV-OFF-FOR)
Fig. 4 Greasing Main Shaft Bearings
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