Do you have a question about the 49671 and is the answer not in the manual?
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Greg Gilchrist
January 20, 2025
Where can I get new dies for my pipe threader? Will this threader work with Rigid Universal dies?
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Mr. Anderson
May 14, 2025
The Klutch pipe threader model 49671 uses three specific sets of HSS dies for threading pipes sized 1/2"–3/4", 1"–2", and 2-1/2"–4". It is not stated whether it is compatible with Rigid Universal dies. Therefore, compatibility with Rigid Universal dies cannot be confirmed.
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4 Inch Pipe Threader Owner’s Manual WARNING: Read carefully and understand all ASSEMBLY AND OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS before operating. Failure to follow the safety rules and other basic safety precautions may result in serious personal injury. Item #49671 Page 1 of 32...
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Thank you very much for choosing a Klutch product! For future reference, please complete the owner’s record below: Serial Number/Lot Date Code: ________________________________ Purchase Date: ____________________________________________ Save the receipt, warranty, and this manual. It is important that you read the entire manual to become familiar with this product before you begin using it.
Table of Contents Intended Use ............................4 Technical Specifications ........................4 Important Safety Information ....................... 5 Specific Operation Warnings ....................... 8 Grounding .............................. 9 Extension Cords ..........................10 Assembly ............................. 11 Before Each Use ..........................13 Operating Instructions ........................17 Threading Pipe ..........................
Intended Use This 4 inch pipe threader is designed for threading various water, electric and gas pipes ranging from 1/2"- 4" and includes 3 sets of HSS dies designed for use on 1/2" - 3/4", 1" - 2", and 2-1/2" - 4" pipes. Technical Specifications Property Specification...
Important Safety Information • Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions may result in serious injury or property damage. • The warnings, cautions, and instructions in this manual cannot cover all possible conditions or situations that could occur. Exercise common sense and caution when using this tool. Always be aware of the environment and ensure that the tool is used in a safe and responsible manner.
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WORK AREA SAFETY • Inspect the work area before each use. Keep work area clean, dry, free of clutter, and well lit. Cluttered, wet, or dark work areas can result in injury. Using the tool in confined work areas may put you dangerously close to other cutting tools and rotating parts.
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ELECTRICAL SAFETY • 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 a qualified electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the outlet is properly grounded.
Specific Operation Warnings • To prevent serious injury or property damage read owner’s manual before operating. • DO NOT wear loose clothing, jewelry, gloves, or unrestrained hair that may get caught in moving parts of the machine. • Wear the proper safety gear including ANSI Z87.1 approved eye protection. •...
Grounding • This machine must be grounded while in use to protect the operator from electrical shock. This drill press is equipped with an electrical cord that has an equipment grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug MUST be plugged into a matching receptacle that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with ALL local codes and ordinances.
Extension Cords • USE A PROPER EXTENSION CORD. Make sure your extension cord is in good condition. When using an extension cord, be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your product will draw. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage, resulting in loss of power and cause overheating. •...
Assembly Unpacking When unpacking the shipping crate, verify that all the accessories below are present: • Three sets of dies in a tool box (4 pieces each set) • Two die heads ranging from 1/2 – 4 inches • One set of support legs and carriage •...
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4. Install the tray with screws. (see Figure 1-4) Figure 1-4 5. Install two handles. (see Figure 1-5) Figure 1-5 6. Please fasten all screws safely and reliably. Then finish assembly. (see Figure 1-6) Figure 1-6 7. Suspend the threader and make it stable with supporting legs and ready for use. Page 12 of 32...
Before Each Use • Inspect the work area before each use. Keep work area clean, dry, free of clutter, and well lit. Cluttered, wet, or dark work areas can result in injury. Using the tool in confined work areas may put you dangerously close to other cutting tools and rotating parts.
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The index on the outside the die head represents the pipe diameter, and in Figure 3 below, the numbers 1, 2, 3, and 4 represent the assembly sequence for the die pieces. 1. Select a set of dies that match the diameter of the pipe. Note: The 1/2"-- 3/4 " and 1"--2" dies are installed in the small die head (No.
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3. Place the dies in the die head: a. Put the selected dies into grooves of the die head according to their sequential numbers (Fig. 4) and lock the die notches in the curved disk. b. Loosen the clamp lever (die head No. 1) or loosen the lock screw (die head No. 2, see Fig. 1). c.
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2. Add oil when needed through the oil disk (21). 3. Cutting oil will overflow over the die head after the machine starts. Please see Figure 4-2 Figure 4-2 Note: Use only thread cutting oil to ensure high-quality threads. Page 16 of 32...
Operating Instructions • Do not force the pipe threader. Tools do a better and safer job when used in the manner for which they are designed. Plan your work, and use the correct tool for the job. • Be sure the pipe ends and threads of the die are sufficiently oiled at all times. •...
pipes, then push the start button (Fig. 7). Caution: To achieve good pipe threads, the gear shift should be placed at Slow when threading larger pipes with a diameter bigger than two inches or at Fast for smaller pipes (see Fig. 7). SLOW FAST 2-1/2"-4"...
Fig. 9 6. Rotate the cutting knife handle to move the cutting knife to the pipe. 7. Move the gear shift to Fast (Fig. 7) and start the threader to start cutting into the pipe. 8. For each turn of the pipe, turn the cutting knife handle about 1/10 turn. Caution: Cut with moderate speed and force to avoid the distortion of the pipe and the damage of the cutting knife.
Maintenance • Put the power switch in the locked or off position before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing the threader. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of accidental starting. • Use only identical parts with the threader. Parts that may be suitable for one tool may create a risk of injury when used with another tool.
Parts Diagrams and Lists Main Components Part Part Description Qty. Description Qty. Screw M6*16 Elastic spacer M10 Elastic pin 4.5*16 Chip pan assembly Screw M5*10 Screw Rear block plate Speed index Grease fitting Rivet Upper Casting body Switch box Set screw Switch Bearing Screw M4*10...
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Frame Part Part Qty. Description Description Qty. Bolt M8*15 Wheel Front Support leg assembly Flat washer Nut M8 Ring D16 Tool Tray Bolt M10*60 Handle Wheel Support leg assembly Nut M8 Wheel Support leg assembly A Front Support leg assembly A Nut M8 Bolt M8*65 Tray assembly...
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Drive Components: Part Description Qty. Rear jaws Rear centering head Rear scroll Rear centering assembly Screw M5*16 Drive shaft assembly Pin 8*30 Screw M8*55 Ring D=8 Hand wheel Jaw insert set Jaw holder assembly Front scroll Front chuck assembly Ring D=180 Page 24 of 32...
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Carriage Part Part Description Qty. Description Qty. Rail plug Screw M5*10 Rear rail Spring Clamp M12 Front block Inlet oil tube φ10.5*15*600 Spring Carriage Oil elbow Rear block Outlet oil tube φ10.5*15*620 Copy frame Oil filter Plate Lock Screw M5*16 Retaining ring D=18 Copy block Gear...
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Gear Box Part Part Description Qty. Description Qty. Motor 110V Bearing 6006 Seal 30*47*7 Sleeve Motor gear Big sleeve Spacer Clutch gear Elastic spacerφ6 A type retaining ring D=25 Screw M6*15 Ring Gear housing Middle clutch Spacerφ8 Sleeve Screw M8*30 Spacer Bearing 6002 Clutch gear...
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1/2-2" Die Head Part Description Qty. Screw M6*18 Retaining ring Throw-out lever Lock screw Throw-out link Screw M4*6 Head w/post NPT Screw M6*12 Post Clamp lever Spacer Index Cam plate Detent ball Page 27 of 32...
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2 1/2 - 4" Die Head Part Description Qty. Screw M6*35 Retaining ring Screw M6*20 Spring Screw M4*8 Clamp lever Spacer Lock screw Rear plate Cam plate Spacer D=10 Flat nut Roller Pinφ6*25 Head plate Lock pin Pinφ2.5*14 Set screw M8*12 Index Post Detent ball...
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Reamer Part Description Qty. 5-blades reamer cone Elastic pin φ8*50 Elastic pin φ8*50 Pin 15*40 Hinged link Pin 20* Reamer frame Reamer shaft Cutter Part Part Description Qty. Description Qty. Cutter handle Hex Nut M8 Elastic pinφ6*35 Cutter head Wheel housing Roller housing Wheel pin Pin D=1.5...
Troubleshooting Problem Cause Remedy The fuse is blown. Replace the fuse. The motor does not A poor power contact Replace the plug wire. run or makes breaking Locate the broken point with a The inside of the cable is broken. sounds when running.
Northern Tool and Equipment Company, Inc. ("We'' or '"Us'') warrants to the original purchaser only ("You'' or “Your”) that the Klutch product purchased will be free from material defects in both materials and workmanship, normal wear and tear excepted, for a period of one year from date of purchase. The foregoing warranty is valid only if the installation and use of the product is strictly in accordance with product instructions.
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Distributed by Northern Tool and Equipment Company, Inc. Burnsville, Minnesota 55306 NorthernTool.com Made in China Page 32 of 32...
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Do you have a question about the 49671 and is the answer not in the manual?
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Where can I get new dies for my pipe threader? Will this threader work with Rigid Universal dies?
The Klutch pipe threader model 49671 uses three specific sets of HSS dies for threading pipes sized 1/2"–3/4", 1"–2", and 2-1/2"–4". It is not stated whether it is compatible with Rigid Universal dies. Therefore, compatibility with Rigid Universal dies cannot be confirmed.
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