Troubleshooting - RIDGID FlexShaft K9-306 Manual

should be taken to a RIDGID Authorized
Independent Service Center.

Troubleshooting

SYMPTOM
Cable kinking or
breaking.
Cable turns in one
direction but not the
other.
Ground Fault Circuit
Interrupter (GFCI)
trips when machine
is plugged in.
FlexShaft Machine
wobbles or moves
while cleaning drain.
Motor does not turn
on with switch.
999-995-214.10_REV. A
POSSIBLE REASON
Cable assembly is being forced..
Incorrect FlexShaft Machine or chain
knocker used for pipe diameter.
Cable assembly exposed to acid/
corroded.
Cable/sheath worn out.
Cable assembly not properly
supported.
Chain knocker not properly set up/
adjusted.
Faulty REV/O-OFF/FOR switch.
Damaged power cord.
Short circuit in motor.
Faulty Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter
(GFCI).
Moisture in motor, switch box or on
plug.
Ground not level.
GFCI needs to be reset.
Thermal Overload has been tripped.
FlexShaft™ Drain Cleaning Machine
SOLUTION
Do not force cable assembly. Follow
operating instructions.
Use correct FlexShaft Machine or chain
knocker for pipe size.
Clean cable assembly routinely.
Replace worn cable assembly.
Support cable assembly properly, see
instructions.
Properly set up/adjust chain knocker,
see instructions.
Have switch replaced. Take for service.
Have cord replaced. Take for service.
Take for service.
Have cord replaced. Take for service.
Take for service..
Operate in a clear, level and stable
location.
Reset GFCI.
Reset Thermal Overload.
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