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General Pipe Cleaners Mini-Rooter XP Operating Instructions Manual

For 1-1/4 through 4 lines (30mm – 100mm)
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Operating Instructions for
General Mini-Rooter XP
For 1-1/4" through 4" lines (30mm – 100mm)
Your Mini-Rooter XP is designed to give you years of trouble-free,
profitable service. However, no machine is better than its operator. We
therefore suggest you read these instructions through carefully before
using your machine on the job. This will enable you to operate the Mini-
Rooter XP more efficiently and more profitably. Failure to follow these
instructions may cause personal injury to operator or damage to
equipment.
GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION
WARNING! Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all
instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious
personal injury. Call General's customer service department at 412-771-
6300 if you have any questions.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
Work Area Safety
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Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered benches and dark areas invite accidents.
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Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable
liquids, gases, or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.
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Keep bystanders, children, and visitors away while operating a power tool. Distractions can cause
you to lose control.
Electrical Safety
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Grounded tools must be plugged into an outlet, properly installed and grounded in accordance with
all codes and ordinances. Never remove the grounding prong or modify the plug in any way. Do
not use any adapter plugs. Check with UL approved tester or a qualified electrician if you are in
doubt as to whether the outlet is properly grounded. If the tool should electrically malfunction or break
down, grounding provides a low resistance path to carry electricity away from the user.
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Avoid body contact with grounded surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators.
There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is grounded.
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Don't expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will increase the risk
of electric shock.
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Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord to carry the tools or pull the plug from an outlet. Keep
cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Replace damaged cords immediately.
Damaged cords increase the risk of electric shock.
When operating a power tool outside, use an outdoor extension cord marked "W-A" or "W". These
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cords are rated for outdoor use and reduce the risk of electric shock.
•
Use only three-wire extension cords which have three-prong grounding plugs and three-pole
receptacles which accept the tool's plug. Use of other extension cords will not ground the tool and
increase the risk of electric shock.

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  • Page 1 General Mini-Rooter XP For 1-1/4" through 4" lines (30mm – 100mm) Your Mini-Rooter XP is designed to give you years of trouble-free, profitable service. However, no machine is better than its operator. We therefore suggest you read these instructions through carefully before using your machine on the job.
  • Page 2 • Use proper extension cords. Insufficient conductor size will cause excessive voltage drop and loss of power. • Before using, test the Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) provided with the power cord to insure it is operating correctly. GFCI reduces the risk of electric shock. •...

  • Page 3: Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (Gfci)

    When servicing a tool, use only identical replacement parts. Follow instructions in the Maintenance • section of this manual. Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow Maintenance Instructions may create a risk of electric shock or injury. Specific Safety Information •...

  • Page 4: Operation

    OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS SET-UP 1. Place machine within approximately two feet of drain opening. Be sure the Mini-Rooter XP Guide Tube (XP-GT) is in place. If you can’t place the machine this close to the drain opening, run the cable through the optional Guide Tube Extension (GTE) or a metal guide tube to prevent cable whipping.

  • Page 5: Special Operations

    5. Feed the cable into the line and against the obstruction with a firm, even pressure. Adjust the feeding rate to the resistance met. Do not force the cable – let the cutter do the work. The job won’t get done any faster and you could damage the cable.

  • Page 6: How To Use Dual-Drum (Optional)

    3. After the cable has been straightened out, slide the distributor tube and cone back along the cable until it can be repositioned and bolted to the front of the drum. 4. Then, push the excess cable back into the drum. HOW TO REMOVE DRUM FROM MACHINE 1.

  • Page 7: Cable Maintenance

    4. Each of the cables can be “chucked” in place to provide more torque by pressing the knurled knob against the spring and tightening it against the cable. MAINTENANCE To keep your machine operating smoothly, it is essential that all bearings and distributor tube bushings be lubricated.
  • Page 8 TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE (Table 3) Problem Probable Cause Solution Cable kinks or Operator forcing the cable. Do not force the cable. Let the cutter do breaks the work. Too much slack between Allow no more than two feet between machine and drain. machine and drain.

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