Jaw Insert Replacement; Drive Belt Inspection; Machine Storage; Service And Repair - RIDGID 1224 Mode D'emploi

Jaw Insert Replacement

NOTE! When teeth on jaw inserts become worn and fail
to hold pipe or rod during operation, replace
entire set of jaw inserts. Clean teeth of jaw in-
serts daily with wire brush.
1. Place screwdriver in insert slot and turn 90 degrees in
either direction.
2. Place insert sideways on locking pin and press down
as far as possible.
3. Hold insert down firmly with screwdriver, turn so teeth
face up.
Screw Driver
Insert
To Remove
Figure 26 – Replacing Jaw Inserts

Drive Belt Inspection

The Drive Belt should be periodically inspected for
proper tension. 1 / " deflection of belt under moderate
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pressure (4 Ibs.) is adequate tension. If belt shows sign
of wear, it should be replaced.

Machine Storage

WARNING
Motor-driven equipment must be kept indoors or well
covered in rainy weather. Store the machine in a locked
area that is out of reach of children and people unfamiliar
with threading machines. This machine can cause seri-
ous injury in the hands of untrained users.
PRESS
DOWN
Locking
Teeth
Pin
To Replace
1224 Threading Machine

Service and Repair

WARNING
Service and repair work on this Threading Machine must
be performed by qualified repair personnel. Machine
should be taken to a RIDGID Independent Authorized
Service Center or returned to the factory. All repairs
made by Ridge service facilities are warranted against de-
fects in material and workmanship.
WARNING
When servicing this machine, only identical replacement
parts should be used. Failure to follow these steps may
create a risk of electrical shock or other serious injury.
If you have any questions regarding the service or repair
of this machine, call or write to:
Ridge Tool Company
Technical Service Department
400 Clark Street
Elyria, Ohio 44035-6001
Tel: (800) 519-3456
E-mail: rtctechservices@emerson.com
For name and address of your nearest Independent
Authorized Service Center, contact the Ridge Tool Com -
pany at (800) 519-3456 or http://www.RIDGID.com
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