Auto-Clean™ Drain Cleaning Machine
a rag. They can become wrapped around the cable,
causing hand injuries. Only wear latex or rubber gloves
under leather work gloves. Do not use damaged gloves.
• Do not allow the end of cable to stop turning while
the machine is running. This can overstress the cable
and may cause twisting, kinking or breaking of the
cable.
• Position machine so that the AUTOFEED is within
6" (15 cm) of the drain inlet or properly support ex-
posed cable when the distance exceeds 6" (15
cm). Greater distances can cause control problems
leading to twisting, kinking or breaking of the cable.
• One person must control both the cable and the
foot switch. If the cutter stops rotating, the operator
must be able to turn the machine motor off to prevent
twisting, kinking and breaking of the cable.
• Do not operate the machine in REV (reverse) rota-
tion except as described in this manual. Operating
in reverse can result in cable damage and is used to
back the tool out of blockages.
• Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Keep your
hair and clothing away from moving parts. Loose
clothing, jewelry or hair can be caught in moving parts.
• Always use appropriate personal protective equip-
ment while handling and using drain cleaning
equipment. Drains may contain chemicals, bacteria and
other substances that may be toxic, infectious, cause
burns or other issues. Appropriate personal protective
equipment always includes safety glasses and
leather work gloves in good condition, and may in-
clude equipment such as latex or rubber gloves, face
shields, goggles, protective clothing, respirators and
steel toed footwear.
• Practice good hygiene. Use hot, soapy water to
wash hands and other body parts exposed to drain
contents after handling or using drain cleaning equip-
ment. Do not eat or smoke while operating or handling
drain cleaning equipment. This will help prevent con-
tamination with toxic or infectious material.
• Do not operate this machine if operator or ma-
chine is standing in water. Operating machine while
in water increases the risk of electrical shock.
• Only use drain cleaner to clean drains of recom-
mended sizes according to these instructions.
Other uses or modifying the drain cleaning machine for
other applications may increase the risk of injury.
The EC Declaration of Conformity (890-011-320.10) will
accompany this manual as a separate booklet when re-
quired.
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If you have any question concerning this RIDGID
– Contact your local RIDGID distributor.
– Visit www.RIDGID.com or www.RIDGID.eu to find
your local Ridge Tool contact point.
– Contact RIDGID Technical Services Department at
rtctechservices@emerson.com, or in the U.S. and
Canada call (800) 519-3456.
Description and Specifications
Description
The RIDGID
®
Auto-Clean Drain Cleaning machine is de-
signed to clean
3
/
" (19mm) to 1
4
sinks, tubs and showers. The Auto-Clean drain cleaner is
supplied with an air foot pedal for ON/OFF control of the
motor and features a 2-way AUTOFEED
tomatically advances and retrieves the cable. The
AUTOFEED allows the cable to be directly fed into the
drain which minimizes mess and helps to protect fixtures.
The Auto-Clean drain cleaner is not recommended for
use with toilets.
Specifications
Motor Type ....................Universal
Motor Rating
120V Motor.................
230V Motor.................
Power Switch ...............ON/OFF/Momentary Reverse
Operating Speed..........450 r/min (RPM)
Drain Line Capacity.....
3
/
Weight .............................11 lbs. (5kg)
Cable................................
1
/
MAXCORE™ 50
Catalogue No. 34893
The Auto-Clean drain cleaner is protected under various
U.S. and International patents, including 6,412,136,
7,478,451 and D570,558.
NOTICE
This machine is made to clean drains. If prop-
erly used it will not damage a drain that is in good condition
and properly designed, constructed and maintained. If
the drain is in poor condition, or has not been properly de-
signed, constructed and maintained, the drain cleaning
process may not be effective or could cause damage to the
drain. The best way to determine the condition of a drain
®
product:
1
/
" (38mm) drain lines in
2
®
unit, which au-
Double Insulated
120VAC single phase
1.1 amp, 60Hz
120V ˜
1.1 A, 60Hz
Double Insulated
230V ˜, 50Hz
0.5 A, 100W
" (19mm) – 1
1
/
" (38mm)
4
2
" x 30' (6mm x 9.1m)
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