RIDGID K-400 Operator's Manual page 12

K-400 Drain Cleaning Machine
6. Take the drain cleaning machine to the
work area along the clear path. Before
moving the machine, make sure that the
handle is locked into the up position for
transport (see Figure 9). If the machine
needs to be lifted, use proper lifting tech-
niques. Use care moving equipment up
and down stairs, and be aware of possible
slip hazards. Wear appropriate footwear to
help prevent slips.
7 . Position the drain cleaning machine so
that the K-400 cable outlet is within 2 feet
(0.6m) of the drain access. Greater dis-
tances from the drain access increases
the risk of the cable twisting or kinking. If
the machine cannot be placed with the
drum opening within 2' (0.6m) of the drain
access, extend the drain access back to
within 2' (0.6m) of the cable outlet with
similar sized pipe and fittings. Improper
cable support can allow the cable to kink
and twist and can damage the cable or in-
jure the operator. (See Figure 10.) If using
front guide hose, place machine so that at
least 6" (150mm) of guide hose can be
placed in drain opening.
Figure 10 – Example of Extending Drain to
within 2' (0.6m) of Cable Outlet
8. Evaluate the work area and determine if
any barriers are needed to keep by-
standers away from the drain cleaner and
work area. The drain cleaning pro cess
can be messy and bystanders can distract
the operator.
9. Select proper tool for the conditions. If
the nature of the obstruction is unknown,
it is good practice to use a straight or
bulb auger to explore the obstruction and
retrieve a piece of the obstruction for in-
spection.
Once the nature of the obstruction is
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known, an appropriate tool can be se-
lected for the application. A good rule of
thumb is to start by running the smallest
available tool through the blockage to
allow the backed up water to start flowing
and carry away the debris and cuttings as
the drain is cleaned. Once the drain is
open and flowing, other tools appropriate
for the blockage can be used. Generally,
the largest tool used should be no bigger
than the inside diameter of the drain
minus one inch.
B
A
Figure 11 – Tools Supplied With K-400
The K-400 is supplied with these tools
(Figure 11).
A.Cable Pin Key
B.The T-202 Bulb Auger – for exploration
of the clog and pulling out stoppages
such as hair, etc.
C.The T-205 "C" Cutter – for use in
grease blockages and cleaning the
walls of the pipe.
D.The T-211 Spade Cutter – for use after
an auger and to open up floor drains.
Proper tool selection depends on the spe-
cific circumstances of each job and is left
to the users' judgement.
A variety of other cable attachments are
available and are listed in the Optional
Equipment section of this manual. Other
information on cable attachments can be
found in the RIDGID Catalog and on line
at www.RIDGID.com or www.RIDGID.eu.
To Couple Cable
To Uncouple Cable and Tools
and Tools
Snap Together Insert Pin
Figure 12 – Connecting/Disconnecting Tools
10. Securely install the tool to the end of the
cable. The T-slot coupler allows the cutting
tool to be slid onto the cable coupler.
Make sure that the spring-loaded plunger
in the cable coupler moves freely and re-
tains the tool. If the pin sticks in the re-
C
D
Slide Apart