Tool Use And Care; Service; Specific Safety Information; Jetter Safety - RIDGID KJ-1350 Manuel De L'opérateur

KJ-1350 & KJ-1750 Jetter Machines
• Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or
jewelry. Contain long hair. Keep your hair, clothing,
and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes,
jewelry, or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
• Avoid accidental starting. Be sure switch is OFF
before plugging in. Carrying tools with your finger on
the switch or plugging in tools that have the switch on
invites accidents.
• Remove adjusting keys or wrenches before turn-
ing the tool ON. A wrench or a key that is left attached
to a rotating part of the tool may result in personal in-
jury.
• Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and bal-
ance at all times. Proper footing and balance en-
ables better control of the tool in unexpected situations.
• Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection.
Dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing
protection must be used for appropriate conditions.

Tool Use and Care

• Do not force tool. Use the correct tool for your ap-
plication. 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 the plug from the power source before
making any adjustments, changing accessories, or
storing the tool. Such preventive safety measures re-
duce the risk of starting the tool accidentally.
• Store idle tools out of the reach of children and
other untrained persons. Tools are dangerous in
the hands of untrained users.
• Maintain tools with care. Keep valves, hoses, and
nozzles in proper operating condition. Properly
maintained tools are less likely to malfunction and
cause injury.
• Check for misalignment or binding of moving
parts, breakage of parts, and any other condition
that may affect the tool's operation. If damaged,
have the tool serviced before using. Many acci-
dents are caused by poorly maintained tools.
• Use only accessories that are recommended by
the manufacturer for your model. Accessories that
may be suitable for one tool may become hazardous
when used on another tool.
• Inspect tool and extension cords periodically and
replace if damaged. Damaged cords increase the risk
of electrical shock.
• Keep handles dry and clean; free from oil and
grease. Allows for better control of the tool.
• Should replacement of the cord become neces-
sary, use only identical replacement parts that in-
clude GFCI protection. GFCI protection must be
maintained to reduce the risk of electrical shock.

Service

• Tool service must be performed only by qualified
repair personnel. Service or maintenance performed
by unqualified repair personnel could result in injury.
• When servicing a tool, use only identical replace-
ment 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 electrical shock or injury.

Specific Safety Information

Read this operator's manual carefully before using
the RIDGID KJ-1350 or KJ-1750 Water Jetters.
Failure to understand and follow the contents of
this manual may result in electrical shock, fire
and/or serious personal injury.
Call the Ridge Tool Company, Technical Service Depart-
ment at (800) 519-3456 if you have any questions.

Jetter Safety

• Do not operate above rated pressure or 140°F
(inlet water temperature). Tool will do a better and
safer job if operated at recommended pressures and
temperatures.
• Never permit the end of hose to rotate out of the
pipe being cleaned. Hose can whip and nozzle spray
can penetrate skin causing serious injury.
• Use rubber gloves and rubber boots. Insulate
against possible electrical shock if tools should elec-
trically malfunction or break down.
• Water spray should not be pointed at any human.
High pressure spray can result in serious injury. If
fluid seems to have penetrated sin, seek emergency
medical attention at once.
• Be careful when cleaning drains where cleaning
compounds have been used. Avoid direct con-
tact with skin and eyes. Serious burns can result
from some drain cleaning components.
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