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Look for the following:
• Excessive misalignment of the tubes. Note that a
slight amount of misalignment at the pressed con-
nection is considered normal.
• Tubes that are not fully inserted into the fitting –
dou ble check the insertion marks made on the
tube to see that they are still aligned with the end of
the fitting.
• Incorrect jaw or ring alignment with the fitting con-
tour, distorted or deformed fitting.
• Any other issues per the fitting manufacturer.
If any of these problems are found, then removal of the
fitting is required and a new fitting and tube will need
to be prepared and pressed in its place.
2. Test system in accordance with normal practice and
local codes.
Cold Weather Operation
As temperature drops, all batteries experience perfor-
mance degradation. The lowest temperature at which a
tool and 1.1Ah battery can make a complete press is
15°F (-10°C). At temperatures below this, the 1.1Ah bat-
tery is not able to provide sufficient power to the press tool.
Pressing at temperatures down to 0°F (-20°C) can be
done by warming the 1.1Ah battery above 15°F (-10°C) or
using a larger capacity battery (2.0Ah, 2.2Ah, 3.3Ah or
4.0Ah).
The red and green LED's on the tool will glow when the tool
temperature is between 0°F (-20°C) and 15°F (-10°C). If
using a 1.1Ah battery, the tool may not be able to press
the connection completely. If this occurs, the tool will
stop in the middle of the press cycle and will not release
from the connection. To remove the tool from the con-
nection, press the pressure release button on the right
hand side of the tool (shown in Figure 11) . This con-
nection then must be repressed while using either a
1.1Ah battery above 15°F (-10°C) or using a 2.0Ah,
2.2Ah, 3.3Ah or 4.0Ah battery to ensure a complete
connection.
To use the press tool between 0°F (-20°C) and 15°F
(-10°C) either:
• Use a 2.0Ah, 2.2Ah, 3.3Ah or 4.0Ah battery.
• Or maintain the 1.1Ah battery temperature above
15°F (-10°C). This can be done by placing the bat-
tery in an interior pocket when not in use or allow-
ing the battery to sit in a conditioned room until it is
sufficiently warm.
If the tool temperature is below 0°F (-20°C), only the red
LED will be on and the tool will not operate unless warmed
to above 0°F (-20°C).
RP 210 Press Tool
Maintenance Instructions
WARNING
Make sure battery is removed from tool before per-
forming maintenance or making any adjustment.
Cleaning And Lubrication
1. Wipe the tool clean daily with a clean dry cloth.
2. Inspect the attachment mounting pin and lubricate the
pin with silicone lubricant as needed.
3. Check return springs in attachments with each use.
Attachments should open and close freely with only
moderate finger effort required.
Required Maintenance At RIDGID
Authorized Service Center
After 30,000 cycles, the tool will show a blinking yellow
LED on the display panel as long as the tool is turned on
to indicate that it is time for maintenance and recalibration.
The tool will not run if it is not serviced within 2,000 more
cycles (32,000 total) after the yellow blinking LED begins.
Accessories
WARNING
The following tool accessories have been de signed
to function with the RP 210 Press Tools. Other
accessories suitable for use with other tools may
become hazardous when used on the RP 210. To
prevent serious injury, use only accessories specif-
ically designed and recommended for use with the
RP 210, such as those listed below.
Ridge Tool Company provides Compact Pressing
attachments designed specifically for use with
RIDGID Compact Press Tools. Only use attachments
that are specifically designed to press the fitting sys-
tem you are installing. For a complete listing of
RIDGID attachments available for this tool, see the
Ridge Tool Catalog on line at www.RIDGID.com or
call Ridge Tool Technical Service Department (800)
519-3456.
RP 210-B Press Tool Accessories
Catalog
No.
Description
31023
Carrying Case (Plastic)
9
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