Instructions For Engine; Machine Inspection; Machine And Work Area Set Up - RIDGID K-1500G Mode D'emploi

Figure 1 – K-1500G Drain Cleaner

Instructions for Engine

1. Engine is shipped without oil. Fill with oil prior to
starting engine (See enclosed Engine Owner's
Manual for details).
Failure to fill engine with oil will result in en-
CAUTION
gine failure.

Machine Inspection

To prevent serious injury, inspect your Drain
Cleaning Machine. The following inspection pro-
cedures should be performed before each use.
1. Check engine crankcase oil level. If low, add oil (see
enclosed Engine Owner's Manual for details).
2. Check engine fuel level. If low, add unleaded gasoline
with a pump octane rating of 86 or higher. (See en-
closed Engine Owner's Manual for details).
Use caution when handling gasoline.
WARNING
Refuel in well-ventilated area. Do not over fill fuel tank
and do not spill fuel. Make sure tank cap is closed
properly.
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3. Inspect the Drain Cleaning Machine for any broken,
missing, misaligned or binding parts as well as any
other conditions which may affect the safe and normal
operation of the machine. If any of these conditions
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are present, do not use the Drain Cleaning Machine
until any problem has been repaired.
4. Lubricate the Drain Cleaning Machine, if necessary,
according to the Maintenance Instructions.
5. Use tools and accessories that are designed for your
drain cleaner and meet the needs of your application.
The correct tools and accessories allow you to do the
job successfully and safely. Accessories suitable for
use with other equipment may be hazardous when
used with this drain cleaner.
6. Clean any oil, grease or dirt from all equipment han-
dles and controls. This reduces the risk of injury due
to a tool or control slipping from your grip.
7. Inspect the cutting edges of your tools. If necessary,
have them sharpened or replaced prior to using the
Drain Cleaning Machine. Dull or damaged cutting
tools can lead to binding and cable breakage.
8. Inspect cables and couplings for wear and damage.
Cables should be replaced when they become
severely worn or corroded. A worn cable can be
identified when the outside coils become flat.
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ing serious injury.
Machine and Work Area Set-Up
To prevent serious injury, proper set-up of the
machine and work area is required. The following
procedures should be following to set-up the ma-
chine.
1. Check work area for:
• Adequate lighting.
• Flammable liquids, vapors or dust that may ignite.
• Adequate ventilation for engine exhaust.
WARNING
oxide gas. Exposure may cause loss of consciousness
and may lead to death.
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