General Safety Information; Work Area Safety; Electrical Safety; Personal Safety - RIDGID K-39 Series Operator's Manual

K-39/K-39B Drain Cleaning Machine

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.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!

Work Area Safety

• Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered
benches and dark areas invite accidents.
• Do not operate tools in explosive atmospheres,
such as in the presence of flammable liquids,
gases, or dust. Tools create sparks which may ignite
the dust or fumes.
• Keep bystanders, children, and visitors away while
operating a tool. Distractions can cause you to lose
control.

Electrical Safety

• Double insulated tools are equipped with a polarized
plug (one blade is wider than the other). This plug
will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug
does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still
does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install a po-
larized outlet. Do not change the plug in any way.
Double insulation eliminates the need for the three
wire grounded power cord and grounded supply system.
• Avoid body contact with grounded surfaces such
as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators. There
is an increased risk of electrical shock if your body is
grounded.
• Don't expose power tools to rain or wet condi-
tions. Water entering a power tool will increase the risk
of electrical shock.
• Do not abuse 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 electrical shock.
• When operating a power tool outside, use an out-
door extension cord marked "W-A" or "W". These
cords are rated for outdoor use and reduce the risk of
electrical shock.
• Use proper extension cords. (See chart.) Insufficient
conductor size will cause excessive voltage drop and
loss of power.
2
Minimum Wire Gauge for Extension Cord
Nameplate
Amps
0 – 6
6 – 10
10 – 12
12 – 16
• Keep all electric connections dry and off the
ground. Do not touch plugs or tool with wet hands.
Reduces the risk of electrical shock.

Personal Safety

• Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use com-
mon sense when operating a power tool. Do not
use tool while tired or under the influence of drugs,
alcohol, or medications. A moment of inattention
while operating power tools may result in serious per-
sonal injury.
• Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jew-
elry. Contain long hair. Keep your hair, clothing, and
gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jew-
elry, or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
• Avoid accidental starting. Be sure switch is OFF be-
fore plugging in. Carrying tools with your finger on the
switch or plugging tools in that have the switch ON in-
vites accidents.
• Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before turning
the tool ON. A wrench or a key that is left attached to
a rotating part of the tool may result in personal injury.
• Do not over-reach. Keep proper footing and bal-
ance at all times. Proper footing and balance enables
better control of the tool in unexpected situations.
• Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection.
Dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hear-
ing protection must be used for appropriate conditions.

Tool Use and Care

• Do not force tool. Use the correct tool for your
application. The correct tool will do the job better and
safer at the rate for which it is designed.
• Do not use tool if switch does not turn it ON or
OFF. Any tool that cannot be controlled with the switch
is dangerous and must be repaired.
• Disconnect plug from the power source before
making any adjustments, changing accessories,
or storing the tool. Such preventive safety measures
reduce risk of starting tool accidentally.
Ridge Tool Company
Total Length (in feet)
0 – 25 26 – 50
18 AWG 16 AWG
18 AWG 16 AWG
16 AWG 16 AWG
14 AWG 12 AWG
51 – 100
16 AWG
14 AWG
14 AWG
NOT RECOMMENDED