Megapress System; Accessories; Machine Storage; Service And Repair - RIDGID MegaPress Mode D'emploi

MegaPress
(Scotch-Brite ® is a registered trademark of
3M Company) metal polishing pads (or
equivalent), steel wool or a steel bristle
wire brush.
NOTICE Do not clean pressing profile with
aggressive abrasive materials or methods,
such as emery cloth, sandpaper, grinding
wheels or rotary files. These methods may
alter critical pressing profile dimensions and
cause improper pressed connections that can
lead to leaks and extensive property damage.
2. Inspect the segment area of the
MegaPress jaws/rings daily for debris
or damage that could prevent full clo-
sure and cause out of tolerance con-
nections. While holding the jaw/ring
open, clean the areas next to the seg-
ment with a brush. (See Figure 11)
Figure 11 – Cleaning Segment Area of
MegaPress Jaw
3. Pivot pins and moving points on jaws,
press rings and actuators should be
cleaned and lubricated at least once a
month with a light weight general pur-
pose lubricating oil.
4. Check return springs in press jaws, rings
and ring actuators with each use. Jaws
and ring actuators should open and
close freely with only moderate finger
effort required.

Accessories

WARNING
To reduce the risk of serious injury or in-
correct pressed connections, only use
accessories specifically designed and
recommended for use with MegaPress
Fittings such as those listed.
10
® Fitting System
MegaPress ®
Standard Series MegaPress Jaw Sets
Catalog
No. Description
37958 1 / " MegaPress Jaw Set
2
37963 3 / " MegaPress Jaw Set
4
37968 1" MegaPress Jaw Set
MegaPress Rings
Catalog
No. Description
37973 1 1 / " MegaPress Ring
4
37978 1 1 / " MegaPress Ring
2
37983 2" MegaPress Ring
21878 V2 Actuator
MegaPress Kits and Accessories
Catalog
No. Description
48553 MegaPress Kit
48558 MegaPress Kit
48563 Carrying Case for Standard MegaPress
Tool Kits.
37993 1 / " to 1" MegaPress Prep Tool
2
37988 1 1 / " to 2" MegaPress Prep Tool
4
38008 Abrasive Strips for
Prep Tool (Pack of 10)
38003 Abrasive Strips for 1
MegaPress Prep Tool (Pack of 10)
Press Tools
Catalog
No. Description
43348 RP 340 Battery Press Tool Kit without
Jaw Sets
43363 RP 340 Corded Press Tool Kit without
Jaw Sets

Machine Storage

These tools and attachments
WARNING
must be kept indoors or well covered in in-
clement weather. Store in a locked area out of
the reach of children and people unfamiliar
with the tools. These tools can cause seri-
ous injury in the hands of untrained users.

Service and Repair

Improper service or repair can make at-
tachments unsafe to operate.
®
The "Maintenance Instructions" will take care
of most of the service needs of this machine.
Any problems not addressed by this section
System:
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2
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2
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2
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