Tool Use And Care; Service; Specific Safety Information; Foot Switch Safety - RIDGID 960 Mode D'emploi

960 Roll Groover

Tool Use and Care

• 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 mea-
sures reduce 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.
• 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 for
your tool. Accessories that may be suitable for one tool
may become hazardous when used on another tool.
• Keep handles dry and clean; free from oil and
grease. Allows for better control of the tool.

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

WARNING
Read this operator's manual carefully before using
the 960 Roll Groover. Failure to understand and fol-
low the contents of this manual may result in
electrical shock, fire and/or serious personal injury.
Call the Ridge Tool Company, Technical Service
Department at (800) 519-3456 if you have any questions.
WARNING

Foot Switch Safety

Using a Power Drive without a foot switch increas-
es the risk of serious injury. A foot switch pro-
vides better control by letting you shut off the
motor by removing your foot. If clothing should
become caught in the machine, it will continue to
wind up, pulling you into the machine. Because
the machine has high torque, the clothing itself can
bind around your arm or other body parts with
enough force to crush or break bones. Never use
this Roll Groover with a Power Drive that does
not have a foot switch.

Roll Groover Safety

• Roll Groover is made to groove pipe and tub-
ing. Follow instructions in Operator's Manual on
machine uses. Other uses may increase the risk of
injury.
• Keep hands away from grooving rolls. Do not wear
loose fitting gloves while operating unit. Fingers
could get caught between grooving and drive rolls.
• Only the 300 Power Drive should be used to power
the 960 Roll Groover. Use of other power drives
and threading machines may result in serious injury.
• Set up Roll Groover on a flat, level surface. Be
sure the machine, stand and groover are stable.
Will prevent tipping of the unit.
• Do not wear loose clothing. Keep sleeves and
jackets buttoned. Do not reach across the machine
or pipe. Clothing can be caught by the pipe resulting
in entanglement and serious injury.
• Do not use this Roll Groover with a 300 Power
Drive that does not have a foot switch. Foot switch
is a safety device to prevent serious injury.
• Be sure Roll Groover is properly secured to the
Power Drive. Carefully follow the set-up procedures.
Will prevent tipping of the pipe or grooving unit.
• Properly support pipe with pipe stands. Use two
pipe stands to groove pipe over 36" long. Prevents
tipping of the unit.
• Use only 300 Power Drives that do not exceed 57
RPM. Higher speed machines increase the risk of
injury.
• Lock foot switch when machine is not in use
(Figure 1). Avoids accidental starting.
Figure 1 – Locked Foot Switch
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