Table Of Contents - RIDGID K-1000 Operator's Manual

K-1000 Rodder

Table of Contents

Recording Form for Machine Model and Serial Number............................................................................................1
General Safety Information
Work Area Safety ........................................................................................................................................................2
Personal Safety ...........................................................................................................................................................2
Tool Use and Care ......................................................................................................................................................2
Service ........................................................................................................................................................................2
Specific Safety Information
Machine Safety............................................................................................................................................................2
Description, Specifications and Standard Equipment
Description ..................................................................................................................................................................3
Specifications ..............................................................................................................................................................3
Standard Equipment....................................................................................................................................................3
Rods and Tools ...........................................................................................................................................................4
Machine Assembly
Instructions for Installing Handle and Throttle Cable...................................................................................................4
Instructions for Engine.................................................................................................................................................4
Instructions for Assembling Rods and Tools ...............................................................................................................4
Machine Inspection .......................................................................................................................................................5
Machine and Work Area Set Up ...................................................................................................................................5
Operation Instructions
Operating Rodder........................................................................................................................................................6
Accessories ...................................................................................................................................................................7
Maintenance Instructions
Torque Limiter Adjustment ..........................................................................................................................................8
Torque Limiter Adjustment Using Torque Wrench ......................................................................................................8
Torque Limiter Adjustment Using Spring Scale...........................................................................................................9
Engine .........................................................................................................................................................................9
Transmission ...............................................................................................................................................................9
Centrifugal Clutch........................................................................................................................................................9
Wheel Assemblies.......................................................................................................................................................9
Checking Engine Idle (RPM) Speed............................................................................................................................9
Throttle Adjustment .....................................................................................................................................................9
"V" Belt Tension Adjustment........................................................................................................................................9
Main Bearings ...........................................................................................................................................................10
Storing of Rods..........................................................................................................................................................10
Tool Storage.................................................................................................................................................................10
Service and Repair ......................................................................................................................................................10
Lifetime Warranty..........................................................................................................................................Back Cover
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